Apr 25 2008
Swirling People
The mists of time are still thick and grey. They resist penetration. But every once in a while the wind swirls and creates gaps and glimpses of what is to come.
Faintly shapes of men, women and families can be made out. There is a future ahead. There is promise of a goal. Squinting does not good to the task at the feet though. Peering into mystery merely allows what is now to dampen with dew, slicking the grasp and giving pause to cold hands.
Ok, done with the flowery prose. What am I saying? Well, true to my typical self-doubt, I have been wondering if the timeline we are looking at for possibly planting a church is too short. I have wondered if God really means for us to do this, or if this is just something that we desire. Lately though, I am noticing that I am making connections with people who may be able to link up with us and help. Maybe they will actually participate in the plant. Maybe they will wind up being just prayer partners. I don’t know where it will land, but the fact that these connections are happening is immensely encouraging to me.
I try not to think too much on these things because I can waste too much time dreaming and not focusing on the here and now. Right now, I need to get the ethics review updated and resubmitted. I also need to plan with Cheryl what next month is going to look like as I work intensively to complete the first part of my grad essay. This month has been relaxing but I also need to use it to stage.
Your prayers are appreciated. Thanks!
