Thursday thots

I was reminded today (again) what it's all about. It's not about predictability, it's not about easy or fun (necessarily) and it's definately not about fixed rules, inflexible attitudes or entrenched methods. It's all about the mission Christ has given us--no matter how difficult it may be, no matter how far it moves us outside our comfort zone or how unfriendly (or difficult) the one served may be.

I hope the following words ring true to you. Because they speak volumes to me about you, our family of faith and the journey God has in store for us.

Mission: Transforming the world, with God’s love, one heart at a time.

Vision: "Imagine a ragtag collection of surrendered and transformed people who love God and others. They are mesmerized by the idea that this is not about them, but all about Jesus. They are transfixed by His story and His heart for their city. They are seed-throwers and fire-starters, hope-peddlers and grace-givers, risk-takers and dreamers, young and old. They link arms with anyone who tells the story of Jesus. They empower the poor, strengthen the weak, embrace the outcast, seek the lost. They serve together, play together, worship together, live life together. Their city will change because God sent them. We are they. We believe that small things done with God's love will change the world. With God's Spirit to empower and guide us, we're transforming the world, with God's love, one heart at a time."

And may we never waver, never grow weary or lose our sense of this calling. Because a wonderful journey with God awaits us.