Celebrations All Around Us!
So we had the opportunity at St. Luke this weekend to shred our mortgage - literally.
It was tons of fun to stand in front of everyone at all four weekend services and put a copy of the mortgage through the shredder prompting thunderous applause! Praise God that we are now DEBT FREE! It’s amazing to think about how God has positioned us now for future mission and ministry in our community and the world. We had cake after all four worship gatherings - that was a lot of cake.
We celebrated. The smiles were genuine. Maybe even a tear of joy for those who might have been around in 1988 when the mortgage began?
On a day of a big celebration, I think it’s important to encourage us to see celebrations all around us. You might miss them if you don’t look closely.
*A baby was baptized at The Grove, and God’s family celebrated the welcoming of another member of God’s family. A celebration, indeed.
*60 people came to Alpha tonight, and whether they know it or not, a lifelong friendship has begun with a simple, “Hello, my name is.” God has created a new Christian friendship. A celebration, indeed.
*A worshipper heard a biblical truth in a brand new way, and commented on how comforting is was for him at this time. God’s Word is living and active. A celebration, indeed.
*Our children’s choir, Raise the Praise, sang “Amazing Grace” with actions and beautiful voices. A classic hymn sung with young voices stirred the memory of a much-older worshipper, and the song stirred the heart and reminded that one of a once-thriving faith. Perhaps a new commitment to Christ ensues? A celebration, indeed.
Keep your eyes open, St. Luke…there are celebrations all around us. Do you think heaven is celebrating with us?