What a great time in Clearwater! I spoke Feb. 18th at First Christian Church in Clearwater. I had a chance to fill their pulpit and share a bit of my heart/ passion. I decided to share from John 9 and the blind man. The topic was compasion: standing firm for the needs of others. It is great miracle that Jesus perfroms. Not simply for the blind man, but for the disciples to realize that the troubles of the world are shining moments for God to do something great.
For me, it is clear that the disciples had their eyes opened as much as the blind man. My eyes were opened a bit too as I had a chance to meet many people from church formerly known as Central Christian Church. 20 + smiling faces were there to see the "new guy."
Though it is not certain whether we will worship together regularly in the future, I was certain to recognize that we will not worship without the blessing of their legacy. The fact that this church passed the assetts on for a new and different work amazes me.
But that's what the kingdom is about, personal sacrifice for continued ministry so that God may get the credit He is due.
Thanks to FCC for allowing the chance to share what we are hoping to do and thanks for Central Christian for their sacrifice for a new church work.
