Harry's Right
Here's a powerful and convicting article by Harry Wood -- and I think Harry's right.
If This Is Not A Place. . .
If this is not a place where tears are understood, Then where shall I go to cry? And if this is not a place where my spirit can take wings, Then where shall I go to fly? I don't need another place for trying to impress you With just how good and virtuous I am. I don't need another place for always being on top of things; Everybody knows that it's a sham. I don't need another place for always wearing smiles, Even when it's not the way I feel. I don't need another place to mouth the same old platitudes; Everybody knows that it's not real. So if this is not a place where my questions can be asked, Then where shall I go to seek? And if this is not a place where my heart cry can be heard, Where, tell me where, shall I go to speak? So if this is not a place where tears are understood, Where shall I go, where shall I go to fly? -- Ken Medema
What a great article. I guess the question is: Who is being changed; the sheep (goats?)or the church?Maybe that's why Paul keeps telling us to always preach the Gospel.
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Lots of food for thought there--thanks for the link. Our open door policy has certainly brought in all kinds, hasn't it?! And sent out all kinds as well! Tides are good and natural--just like a wind, which strengthens the tenderest stems as they grow to bend and not break. Personally, I'm strengthened and envigorated by the tides! We could all just float along in a placid little pond, but our weaknesses would never be exposed. Surrounded by algae but as long as the boat isn't rocking, we're happy and comfortable. And stagnant.
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