It is windier in Nebraska than Kansas. Really? Could this be true? If there have been any surprises for us here, it may be that. It is nearly always windy. When it is calm, you keep thinking that your forgetting something:)
Today we have sustained winds from 25-30mph, and gusts up to 45mph.
But I'm not complaining. I'm just saying.
Have you ever wondered what God is up to? Yeah. Have you ever asked God? Yeah. Has God ever told you? Yes and no sometimes.
Sounds kinda like John 3:8 The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or where it is going. So it is with everyone born of the Spirit."
It isn't always an immediate clear answer, but it can be perceived...
If you are listening.
If you are asking.
If you can step back and take a big view.
If you put out a windsock.
If you walk out in it.
God, sustain the wind of your Spirit in us. Gust in us, and through us, bringing your healing and hope.
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Monday, April 12, 2010
Retreat
Suzanne and I went on a retreat this past Friday through Sunday. According to the Definitions from Webster for Retreat we find this:
1 a : an act or process of withdrawing especially from what is difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable b : the usually forced withdrawal of troops from an enemy or from an advanced position
2 : a place of privacy or safety : refuge
3 : a period of group withdrawal for prayer, meditation, study, or instruction under a director
So, which one was it?
Well I do not find my work dangerous or disagreeable, but sometimes it is difficult.
While not a forced withdrawal, it could be seen as a necessary time to pull back.
The St. Benedict monastery was a place of privacy, safety, and refuge.
And for sure, we were a group gathered for prayer, meditation, study, and instruction.
Suzanne and I enjoyed the time together, catching up, reaquanting with other pastors and spouses, with each other, and with ourselves.
My challenge to you, take a moment or a day or a longer time of retreat. The work will wait for you, and it may be good for you and those around you.
1 a : an act or process of withdrawing especially from what is difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable b : the usually forced withdrawal of troops from an enemy or from an advanced position
2 : a place of privacy or safety : refuge
3 : a period of group withdrawal for prayer, meditation, study, or instruction under a director
So, which one was it?
Well I do not find my work dangerous or disagreeable, but sometimes it is difficult.
While not a forced withdrawal, it could be seen as a necessary time to pull back.
The St. Benedict monastery was a place of privacy, safety, and refuge.
And for sure, we were a group gathered for prayer, meditation, study, and instruction.
Suzanne and I enjoyed the time together, catching up, reaquanting with other pastors and spouses, with each other, and with ourselves.
My challenge to you, take a moment or a day or a longer time of retreat. The work will wait for you, and it may be good for you and those around you.
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