I am sitting in an airport right now and thought I would just throw out some random thoughts. I am listening to a sermon online and processing a bunch of things. Here are a few of those things:
- Many do not have an income problem, but an “out go” problem.
- I am not sure how it happens, but everyday God gives me more love for my kids.
- Mature people do not look for people to blame, they look for ways to solve problems.
- Super excited about what God has done, is doing and will do at Grace Fellowship. The Next Chapter is going to be amazing.
- I am more convinced than ever that many people just exist rather than live.
- I am amazed how many people do not face their addictions until they run out of money.
- My personal sin grosses me out more and more all of the time. This makes me more and more grateful for God’s sacrifice and grace.
- Gratefulness is never silent or invisible. This idea is rocking my world.
- It is easier to preach and shepherd people by thinking about them in generic categories versus actually getting to know people and communicate to their real life situations.
- I wish more people would consider and practice the idea of seeing weekend church services as a chance to serve and an opportunity to give the gospel a way to others. Take the focus of yourself. Invite others. Volunteer. Do not act like you own a particular seat in the auditorium. Smile. Say hello.
A Pastor's Thoughts 
Many people do not face their addictions until they run out of money (or whatever) because they cannot “see” what others so plainly see. There is a fierce wall called denial that they do not choose, it just comes with the addiction. That’s a part of what addiction is. They don’t choose this blindness. When you see people like this pray that God will open their eyes so they can “see”.
I am so looking forward to growing with Grace and being in the position to be able to do more. I love Grace, I thank God for bringing the people there together and for providing awesome leadership.