We had 75 in the service tonight. I preached from Exodus 1 and 2 about the birth of Moses and Luke 1 and 2 about the birth of Jesus. We talked about how God overthrows rulers and all the folks who chase after the things of this world. And how God does not promise, after He has overthrown them to put us in their place; rather, He is the only one to be honored and powerful. He promises us peace and joy, not comfort and happiness.
At dinner, it seemed really nice and calm, in spite of the fact that we did not have as many volunteers as usual. And we all got time to sit down and talk with people. we're learning to not simply listen-- as if our lives are too mundane, not edgy enough, or as if we are somehow therapists. Rather, we are also telling our stories--otherwise we'll never get to know them.
A man came up and said, "I am 70 years old and have never heard anyone talk as much about Jesus as you do." Well, I am a preacher... but at the same time, it's sad. This is it: Christians just keep it to themselves. While we argue and write and go to conferences about what's relevant, there's folks not even hearing about Jesus.
A woman said, "Since we have been coming on Monday nights, we've had more peace in our marriage."
I wish I had the money to open up a dinner, food and clothing pantry every night of the week. Nothing but evangelism.
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Don't wish but expect it to happen. By the end of 09 The Rock will add 2 more services for the community in one way or another. Also, The Rock will sponsor another church plant. The following year the Rock and Embrace will be an NCCD of sorts!
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