Sunday Rumination

What a great night. Most Sunday's have that familiar rhythm to them: Set up, greetings, worship, meet and greet, worship through the word, fellowship and then tear down. Last night was certainly different. I believe this is the Lord's work in keeping us dependant upon Him and trusting in His leading, His building, His grace being all sufficient.

Last night I walked into the entire church building torn apart as they had just completed stripping the floors and waxing them. It was a surprise to say the least. We made the quick decision to hold services in a smaller room where we typically have children's ministry and we then mixed the children in with the little ones. This worked out great...had a kind of home Bible study feel to it. Our guest speaker, Pastor Mark, did an outstanding job in feeding us Psalm 116. He has a great handle on the language.

I was really encouraged to see everyone jump to help another brother out who's car got stuck in the snow not more than 30 feet from the church. Robert...you're amazing. Clementine...thank you for running in the slow to get your shovel. This brother was out of trouble and in service by the second worship song! This is the body serving the body and a wonderful thing to see. Praise God.

Dacyl and I had a chance to have dinner with Mark and his wife (Heidi) afterwards. They are a real blessing and have a genuine heart for God's people and His Word. Wonderful friends.

NOW....next week....we start the book of Acts! I am stoked and can't wait! Though called the Acts of the Apostles, it's better called the Acts of the Holy Spirit. I am excited to see how the Lord would use this section of His word to build the body of Calvary Monroe. Woo!