Sunday Reflections

It was really good to be back yesterday. As I shared during the service, I sincerely appreciated the opportunity to be away these past two weekends. Preaching at my home church was an absolute treat two weeks ago, and being with Laurie last week was very important to both of us. Thank you again for all the cards, calls, meals, and prayers following her surgery. She’s on the mend and continuing to get a little stronger each day - P.T.L.!

I was stoked about yesterday’s message even though it hit me right between the eyes! I also had a heavy heart over the fact that I realized it was a painful message for a number of you. In fact, I had a really good conversation with someone earlier tonight who shared that she went home in tears yesterday, not because she was upset with anything in the message, but because she is so burdened for her husband to know and love the Lord. And I know that yesterday was a tough day for a number of others as well. May the Lord continue to keep us sensitive to the needs around us.

It was very special to get to close the service celebrating Wendy’s baptism. I loved it that Doug brought their two girls up on the stage so that they could be sure to see it. What a wonderful testimony!

And it was also good to have my own father in the service yesterday. He came down on Friday to give us a hand around the house until Laurie gets back on her feet. He’s a been huge help. But without a doubt, the highlight of the day for me were the three “Happy Father’s Day!” greetings I received from Sarah, Emily and Robert! Robert surprised me with a card and gift at breakfast and then both girls called in the afternoon.