The wind stirs…
Well, I’m new to this whole Voxtropolis thing. I still haven’t figured out how to upload pictures, but I’m sure I’ll figure it out. I had a conversation with a friend today. I told him that I’ve been feeling the rumblings of God within me to plant a church. Who the heck am I? When I think about it, I get too scared to even share the details of location with you all because God might actually move before I’m ready. My buddy said he’d pray for me. He also said to keep praying. What a paradox! I pray for God to move and when I feel like he wants to, I’m not ready so I stop motion…I’m the bottleneck! Sheesh, I feel like a dumb sheep.  Anyway, as I pray through these thoughts and stirrings, I invite any visitors to this VOX to pray with me. Okay, I’ll let you know a timeline: I’m thinking Fall of 2007. That’s all the info I’m able to give with the courage within me that is currently defficient. I have much to accomplish and learn between now and Fall ‘07. Other than that, I feel that I MUST do something meaningful and substantial in this life and I can think of no other task more worthy than to ignite a movement of Christ within a dark community. Thanks for your ear (or eyes rather), any comments are welcome…
May 31st, 2006 at 6:42 pm
It’s been my experience that when God says move, then move. I have out-slowed God many times.
Remember the story of David. The shepherd taking on Goliath. He tried on Saul’s armour and all the weapons of fighting, but he couldn’t use them.
David realized that all he needed.. all the skills, strength and knowledge he needed he already had. God had been preparing him all his life w/o his knowledge for this defining moment. Only a shepherd was skilled to work the sling.. they used it to direct sheep and protect their flock.
The point being, God has already equipped you to do the job he is calling you to do, whether you believe it or not.
Step off that cliff, and find, like Indiana Jones did that there is a sure foundation where nothing seems to be.
Obedience puts us in a place where real faith is possible.
May 31st, 2006 at 6:53 pm
Hey thanks for sharing. Yes it sounds like you’re about to get into risky and uncharted waters. I’ll be doing the same thing soon. It’s definitely a vision that cannot be accomplished alone, so keep sharing and allowing others to catch a glimpse of your vision. I’ll be tuning in…
June 5th, 2006 at 4:11 am
Thanks guys. As I read your comments, I couldn’t hold back the smile of knowing that you’re right. I appreciate your encouragement and look forward to your future insights. As an update, one step forward was taken today…my wife and another couple have caught my vision and now share this dream. What the heck does this mean? Please pray for God to speak clearly to those of us who know God but struggle with fear.