Over The Top
Last night in our missional community we were looking at a few verses that are found in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. (Matthew 5: 38-42) After a long discussion I had our students break into smaller groups to discuss further the words of this INDESCRIBABLE man, Jesus. They talked it over came to some conclusions and to more questions. That is really what I was the most excited about. The passage encourages followers to go the extra mile.
"Are you saying if we are falsely accused we should take the heat for it? That could ruin my record. It seems a little over the top!"
When she said it was over the top, a rushing wind of excitement filled my heart. In the midst of knowing all the answers, not know where I was going with my line of questioning, the truth came out. Not from the mouth of their so called shepherd but from the mouth of a sheep. I quickly jumped up and said "Yes!" in a very dramatic way. I could see the look in there eyes: a connection.
Sadly, it has been a long time since I have been moved by scripture but last night was awesome. For a second I was overwhelmed by the passionate, challenging voice of the scripture. Interacting with scripture is supposed to be like this. It has been awhile but I feel challenged. I feel like Jesus himself was in the room talking to me face to face. Challenging me where I needed to be challenged. It was masterfully timed affirmation from an Indescribable God. The night before last, Louie Giglio and his posse rolled through Denver. He gave this talk using astronomy as an Illustration. To make a long point short, Louie successfully illustrated that we are so small. He had mentioned that the size of our solar system, compared to the known universe, is proportionate to a quarter laying on the ground of North America. WOW! And that is not the crazy part. "He sees the depths of our heats and He loves us the same."
I am still processing what has gone on in the last couple of days; at the concert and at my missional community. It has been a very good spiritual week for me so far. I have felt pursued by God, challenged, and discovered the joy of hardships and conflict. Here are a couple of picture taken from the Hubble Telescope for your enjoyment. Take a second and marvel at the power of God, His design, and most importantly the thought that you and I are beyond microscopic and He still loves us.
Last night in our missional community we were looking at a few verses that are found in Jesus' Sermon on the Mount. (Matthew 5: 38-42) After a long discussion I had our students break into smaller groups to discuss further the words of this INDESCRIBABLE man, Jesus. They talked it over came to some conclusions and to more questions. That is really what I was the most excited about. The passage encourages followers to go the extra mile.
"Are you saying if we are falsely accused we should take the heat for it? That could ruin my record. It seems a little over the top!"
When she said it was over the top, a rushing wind of excitement filled my heart. In the midst of knowing all the answers, not know where I was going with my line of questioning, the truth came out. Not from the mouth of their so called shepherd but from the mouth of a sheep. I quickly jumped up and said "Yes!" in a very dramatic way. I could see the look in there eyes: a connection.
Sadly, it has been a long time since I have been moved by scripture but last night was awesome. For a second I was overwhelmed by the passionate, challenging voice of the scripture. Interacting with scripture is supposed to be like this. It has been awhile but I feel challenged. I feel like Jesus himself was in the room talking to me face to face. Challenging me where I needed to be challenged. It was masterfully timed affirmation from an Indescribable God. The night before last, Louie Giglio and his posse rolled through Denver. He gave this talk using astronomy as an Illustration. To make a long point short, Louie successfully illustrated that we are so small. He had mentioned that the size of our solar system, compared to the known universe, is proportionate to a quarter laying on the ground of North America. WOW! And that is not the crazy part. "He sees the depths of our heats and He loves us the same."
I am still processing what has gone on in the last couple of days; at the concert and at my missional community. It has been a very good spiritual week for me so far. I have felt pursued by God, challenged, and discovered the joy of hardships and conflict. Here are a couple of picture taken from the Hubble Telescope for your enjoyment. Take a second and marvel at the power of God, His design, and most importantly the thought that you and I are beyond microscopic and He still loves us.
This is a picture of the Whirlpool galaxy.
This picture is at the very core of the Whirlpool galaxy. It seems God leaves His mark on more than just you and I.
Prayer~ Father continue to grow me. Help me to be "over the top" so I can bring You glory. God I pray that I can bring You glory in my community, marriage and in the lives of my friends. Please use me to further Your kingdom.
posted by dpop27 at 8:04 AM
3 Comments:
Dan,
It sounds like you are really growing right now. I can't wait to be around you for your album. I can't wait to pour this passion I am hearing from you, into your record and allow it to touch others. I can't wait for our worship times.
grace and peace,
mattie
10:56 PM
Dan "did you know your collar is up Lillpop,
That is really encouraging news. We are struggling at our missional community with a multitude of things including attendance. Barely five people show up each time. I am glad that things are working out at your MC.
Rock on smooth criminal...
2:19 PM
How cool is that?!! Christ rocks ~ and it's awesome when we let Him rule as well :~) x
8:54 AM
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