New tasks

The last year has increased our capacity to deal with unwanted change and to equip ourselves with the skills need for new tasks. In the ministry I have had to learn to adapt and have often felt totally out of my depth and comfort zone. The reading from Acts 6 takes us back to a time when the church was expanding and they disciples needed to make some decisions and changes. They decided the following:

"Meanwhile, we’ll stick to our assigned tasks of prayer and speaking God’s Word.” (The Message)

While, they decided to focus on what they were equipped to do, they let others get on with the other tasks, in order to allow the church to flourish. This is always a challenge for us in the church. I have learnt to rely on the amazing gifts of God's people and to work together as a team - we all need each other in order to move the Kingdom forward.

One of the things I have begun to do is put a few of my messages, bible studies and podcasts onto a new hosting app called Anchor. If you haven't visited it before, please take a look when you have time. Thanks. 

https://anchor.fm/delme-living-in-grace

Living in Grace

D3LM3

Sharp, Sharp

I have the privilege of being able to share at a Men’s Weekend on the North Coast, over this weekend. I have found that it is so vital for us to take time out to encourage one another and to hone our faith-skills. We live in a time where many things ‘blunt’ our desire to serve Christ and to lead effectively. We need to be consciously making time to sharpen our faith.

It reminds me of the following words from Solomon:

Proverbs 27:17 - As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend.

Ecclesiastes 10:10 - Using a dull axe requires great strength, so sharpen the blade. That’s the value of wisdom; it helps you succeed.

Who can you go to in order to have your Spiritual life sharpened?

Living in Grace

D3LM3