Reflections

I've sat down to try to gather myself from this morning's activities. I am in awe of the way God is moving in the hearts of our men. Soo too in the heart of my son-in-law, Andy Justison. It thrills me to see God working through them, as they for Christ sake, attempt to impact their world for God's glory. Many have stepped up, and others who have been steady serve as examples of encouragement. Too often we spend time, wasted time reflecting on the negative rather than accentuating the positive. We have men in our fellowship hungry to learn more of God, to go deeper into their devotion and service. We're quickly trying to find a place for them to get busy for the Lord. One of the men asked we remember he and his wife in prayer as they will be visiting family today who are lost. May God use them to touch hearts with His message of love and hope! We had our first Men's Breakfast in quiet awhile. I was pleased with the number of men who chose to come and take part. I was also thankful for Ross who has taken on the responsibility of leading the coordination effort for this fellowship and ministry. As I looked upon the men, some there when I started as pastor, faithful men who have stood the course of time and trouble, I was drawn to say a prayer of thanks for them. I appreciate their loyalty. I also saw new faces God has brought to our men's group. These new faces are also exhibiting love and loyalty to Christ and a heart to serve. I am deeply appreciative of Nicky and Beverly Barnett, Brent and Tawm Rosendal and Jack and Pat Story. The first two couples were led to us as God moved us to step out and become their endorsing and sending church. Jack and Pat were raised from within our fellowship to take on the MTL support ministry. I appreciate Jack's willingness to see a need and think outside the box. God has truly blessed; and I'm sitting back reflecting on this and more, and am drawn to stand quietly in awe of Him and all He is doing.