Listen and Celebrate.

Listen, God speaks in many ways, unexpected... 

We returned to Numbers this AM and got to learn about biblical consultants and some unlikely speakers.
Balaam and Balak, and talking donkeys ruled the day.
(cartoon above from Ridgeway Community Church)

Best conversation centered around our old friend/topic: what is our motivation for coming to church..

Three options surfaced and great discussion ensued.
1. Obligation: kids, family, always done it
2. Searching/Seeking knowledge, spirit, God's presence, "to be filled.
3. Celebration - revel in our blessings and give back to God for his goodness, sacrifice of praise.

The open door welcomed visitors again today, and we remain focused on taking our knowledge and applying it to action...

Reminders:

• Listen to voices that are unexpected. 
• Learn on your own, never just blindly follow. 
• God is at work, actively, in our world today... from talking donkeys, to sticks, stones and rocks.
• Seek God on your own through passion and discipline and service.
• Strive to come to church on Sunday am and celebrate, as an example of service to both believers and non-believers alike.