03-28-25

ECCLESIOLOGICAL ETCHINGS
March 28, 2025
I want to say, “Thank you!” In the last few months, I have been asking a number of folks to take on a task for me, and some of them have been a bit last minute. The number of YES’s has been a gift. There is some real excited energy around Cypress Creek Christian Church right now, but so often when new things are happening there are unexpected things that arise. I can juggle. Actually, at one time, I was really good with three balls, and could occasionally keep a four ball in the air for 10 seconds. Today, I am a bit out of practice. But the metaphor works — we can juggle a certain number of items, and even throw in an extra, and we can keep them all in the air for a little while. But then, inevitably, everything comes crashing down. It’s been nice to toss a few of the juggled items to others who are keeping them in the air. In the years to come, as we continue to grow (and I think we will), we are going to need to do more and more of this. It is important for people to get involved, to step in and make sure something important doesn’t drop. Equally important, God might have invited that very person into the church for that specific purpose. In no way do I believe that God controls people’s every move, but in my ministry, I have experienced the right people showing up and the right moment more often than I can count. And many of them have been exceptional jugglers of ministry stuff. So again, thank you! And when I am on Sabbatical, I know there will be a need for even more people to step in and help juggle a few of the unforeseen things that come with church life.

With your help, and the fullness of Christ’s Body, amazing things are accomplished in your name, Lord God. When we are feeling a little overwhelmed by the number of items we are juggling, give us eyes to see that next person who is stepping up and ready to help keep a few things going. Thank you! Amen.