It's been a difficult week in America. We have been stunned by the impossible to understand killings in Louisiana, Minnesota and Dallas. I have already written my thoughts on these events so will not pursue that today.
We are also aware that our nation is not the only nation suffering huge division and violence. In Iraq a suicide bomber strikes a busy shopping area and over 200 are killed and injured. We do not even notice the violence taking place in the Old City of Jerusalem. God, in your mercy.
But let me skip past this. Today as we came to prayer in worship I was thinking about these issues and then thought about the unlimited possibilities that will be unleashed in 500 kids this week when we have Vacation Bible School. Maybe my generation has failed but that is no reason to give up. Our church (and churches all over the world) have an opportunity to sow seeds in young lives that may grow to fruition. When we share the story of Jesus with a 5 year old we may be planting a seed in one who will become a leader who changes the world. We may begin to ignite the passion in a fifth grader that will propel them into a difference making life. With people all over the country giving of themselves to build up faith in the next generation we may see this thing turn around.
We have the opportunity to give, serve and love in ways that will be life-changing. God will touch lives and empower new ministries and mission.
Anticipate a great week!
On another note...
This week United Methodists will be gathering in various places to elect bishops and make assignments of bishops for the next four years. I will be with others in our jurisdiction gathering in Wichita where we will elect 3 new bishops and also find out who will be assigned to lead the United Methodist Church in Missouri. Pray for us as we engage in this work.
So I'm doing "political" stuff. Many of you are teaching children. Everyone is going about life and living their faith. It all matters.
It's been a good day. I hope you've had a good day too.
steve
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