Baa

Earlier this week, I celebrated 12 years in ministry.  It's been full of a lot of ups and a lot of downs, but I have to say, God led me here.  I've been reflecting on Psalm 23 (my passage for Sunday), and I think that's the psalmist's feeling, more or less.

God led me here.  

I had a good friend remind me that God isn't calling me close to him so I can get a church off the ground.  He's calling me close to him (and that's that).  For his name's sake.  Because he loves me.  

David's conclusion is that goodness and mercy will pursue him for the rest of his life.  Anyone can look in the rearview mirror and get a glimpse of the crap that seems to chase you.  But David makes a different decision.

So, here's to enjoying green pastures.