It's awesome to enter the Christmas Season as a part of a community of people planting a church together! We are so excited about the momentum generated from our first Longleaf LIVE series. It was a big step. We're praying for the continued growth of the community of people that represent the foundation of our church plant. We can't wait for The Christmas Experience on December 20th! It's going to be a fun and engaging event and we're celebrating family style! No matter your age, you're going to love The Christmas Experience. Do not miss this! The event is set for 6PM on the 20th at the Galleria Mall Conference Center in Warner Robins. The event is posted on our facebook page. Also, watch for an eVite that you can forward along and invite your friends.The Christmas Season is such a special time. We celebrate the remarkable moment in history when "the word became flesh". Our savior was born into humanity and made a way for us! As I contemplate this incredible truth and what it means for us, I am overflowing with energy and excitement. As I think about how to direct and sustain the energy of Christmas into 2010, three things come to mind that I want to carry forward into the new year:
- The Heart of a Child: During Christmas, families circle up tight and life slows down. That alone is such a blessing. Beyond that, families get to celebrate the hearts of children. The hearts of children are purer than most adults and they approach this season with such fullness and joy. The truth is, we become more like children during Christmas. I want to carry this mentality forward into 2010.
- A Why Worry Approach: If you were not a part of our first Longleaf LIVE series, this might seem out of place. I DON'T MEAN losing all focus and just hanging out at Starbucks all the time. I mean more focus on what I can do, and less worry about what only God can do. Christmas creates a healthy pause and allows us the emotional and mental margin that we crave all year long. Jesus is the first born of many sons and daughters. At Christmas, we pause to bask in the grace and truth of a Heavenly Father that knows our needs, our hopes and our dreams. I want to trust in Him more and more in 2010 and remember that today has enough trouble of it's own, tomorrow will take care of itself.
- A Generous Spirit: Generous spirits are renewed around Christmas and we seek outlets to give. When we seek, we find. Please take a moment to read the blog post just below this one about Project Intersect at Longleaf Church. In particular, please bring canned foods to The Christmas Experience. At the epicenter of God's unfolding plan is the local church. Generosity helps fuel our mission and vision at Longleaf Church so Amy and I are committed to giving more to Longleaf in 2010. We hope and pray for more and more people to come along us and give intentionally towards the compelling mission and vision of Longleaf Church.
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