We all say crazy things at times. In the heat of the moment, whether you are excited or fearful, angry or joyful, we tend to make proclamations that seem at times to be ridiculous. The disciples of Jesus were no different than us, as they made comments and proclamations that seemed outlandish.
In John 11 when Jesus says it’s time to go visit Lazarus in a town where they were just given death threats, we read…”Thomas, nicknamed the Twin, said to his fellow disciples, “Let’s go, too-and die with Jesus.”
How about this one? In Luke 9:57 we read, “As they were walking along, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow you wherever you go.”
Really? Do we really want to go where Jesus is going? Do we really want to be where God is at work? YES!!
We discover in the Old Testament that when you want to be where God is, get ready for a rollercoaster ride! Buckle up for an up and down journey, the thrills and spills of following God.
Exodus 15 a song of celebration; then complaining about water; then it’s all good
Exodus 16 manna and quail, yay God! But then there is disobedience
Exodus 17 no water, but then a water miracle
Exodus 17 battle with mankind; victory together
You can read a summary of some of these events in Psalm 106. The story of Moses and the many challenges and celebrations on his journey is astounding! But the incredible thing to see is that they were not alone on this journey. They didn’t have to have all the answers to move forward. They didn’t have to see the light at the end of the tunnel to keep moving. They didn’t have to question, “I wonder if.” All they had to do was just trust and obey. Right?
Our leadership took time to reflect back on 2014 and ask, “How did we see God show up in 2014 at True North?” In a short time, we came up with over a dozen specific moments! That was just in a short time, with a small number of people.
Truth is, we have had our ups and downs – but GOD is with us! I have seen His hand at work in our church and in our people! GOD is alive in us and with us!
“I will go where you go”…begins with having an attitude and a spirit of wanting to be where God is! God is a faithful God who will not abandon or leave us. This may be a rollercoaster ride in our life, but we don’t ride alone. Praise God!
As we move forward as a church, I strongly encourage you to do following:
1. Focus on the truth that God is with us! Write down 1-2 things in which you know that God was directly involved in last year. Take time to remember what is true about God – He with us.
2. Take your eyes off the negative, don’t allow it to scare you. See your obstacles as opportunities to see God at work! Pray for peace and strength, when you see a tough time coming.
I believe God is at work at True North! Want proof? Call me and I’ll give you a dozen reasons!
God bless you as you faithfully follow Him.
In John 11 when Jesus says it’s time to go visit Lazarus in a town where they were just given death threats, we read…”Thomas, nicknamed the Twin, said to his fellow disciples, “Let’s go, too-and die with Jesus.”
How about this one? In Luke 9:57 we read, “As they were walking along, someone said to Jesus, “I will follow you wherever you go.”
Really? Do we really want to go where Jesus is going? Do we really want to be where God is at work? YES!!
We discover in the Old Testament that when you want to be where God is, get ready for a rollercoaster ride! Buckle up for an up and down journey, the thrills and spills of following God.
Exodus 15 a song of celebration; then complaining about water; then it’s all good
Exodus 16 manna and quail, yay God! But then there is disobedience
Exodus 17 no water, but then a water miracle
Exodus 17 battle with mankind; victory together
You can read a summary of some of these events in Psalm 106. The story of Moses and the many challenges and celebrations on his journey is astounding! But the incredible thing to see is that they were not alone on this journey. They didn’t have to have all the answers to move forward. They didn’t have to see the light at the end of the tunnel to keep moving. They didn’t have to question, “I wonder if.” All they had to do was just trust and obey. Right?
Our leadership took time to reflect back on 2014 and ask, “How did we see God show up in 2014 at True North?” In a short time, we came up with over a dozen specific moments! That was just in a short time, with a small number of people.
Truth is, we have had our ups and downs – but GOD is with us! I have seen His hand at work in our church and in our people! GOD is alive in us and with us!
“I will go where you go”…begins with having an attitude and a spirit of wanting to be where God is! God is a faithful God who will not abandon or leave us. This may be a rollercoaster ride in our life, but we don’t ride alone. Praise God!
As we move forward as a church, I strongly encourage you to do following:
1. Focus on the truth that God is with us! Write down 1-2 things in which you know that God was directly involved in last year. Take time to remember what is true about God – He with us.
2. Take your eyes off the negative, don’t allow it to scare you. See your obstacles as opportunities to see God at work! Pray for peace and strength, when you see a tough time coming.
I believe God is at work at True North! Want proof? Call me and I’ll give you a dozen reasons!
God bless you as you faithfully follow Him.
Pastor Rex
P.S. By the way, if God is at work in our church…you better believe that the opposition will try to derail us! Pray for daily for our church! Pray for one another!