Today I planned to ride my bike to the work. I had left some clothes there yesterday and thought it would be a good way to get some extra miles and save gas. Everyone wins. Actually, by everyone, I mean me times two. Anyway, I got up this morning and there was a pretty thick blanket of fog. I headed out anyway and tried to keep an eye on the traffic hoping they would do the same with me. When I got to the office I had this email waiting for me.
Greetings,
I was starting my drive to the office this morning and I was reminded how God gives us vision through the Fog. I noticed as I was pulling out of the garage, how dense the fog was and how it was difficult to see to far in the distance. It is like those that have not given their lives to the Lord. Their eyes are not focused and are cloudy. As I came to the intersection of Rt. 91 and Terex, I noticed an individual on a bike and I said, “Lord, please be a light for that person so that they will have a great ride and bring them home safely in this fog”. As my arrow turned green for me to continue, I looked at the individual on the bike and it was Joe Coffey. Thanks for keeping us in the clear.
Keep Smiling,
Greg Patton
I remember thinking while I was waiting for the light to change at Terex that people must be thinking how foolish I am to be out in the fog. It never crossed my mind that someone might be praying for me. Greg humbles me because he reminds me of how many opportunities I have to pray for people. I am thankful for friends who can teach me so gently. The next time you see someone doing something that is just plain silly, go ahead and pray for them. You might be praying for someone you really care about or you might by praying start to really care about them. It might have been foggy this morning but as far as I can tell my friend Greg was seeing the world crystal clear.
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Seeing Through the Fog
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Joe,
I'm apprehensive about driving that seemingly long wooded stretch of Terex Rd. because of the deer crossing). Your leap of faith and the email from Greg shows me--yet again--how truly amazing God Is. Sometimes, I think it is even hard for Christians and regular church-goers to to see through the fog. What I find equally challenging is determining when things are really clear or only appear to be clear. Making this determination takes daily prayer, bible study, & reflection for me; as well as hearing the unadulterated word of God from you and other ministers. I pray that the vision and mission of HCC is not foggy--or becomes less of a fog--for those who don't see clearly now. For example, Hudson Chapel is a great church that will be even greater when all or most members can clearly see the need for and value of diversity. This country needs it and Christians (I believe) should lead it.
First comment words so true. I see and hear people talking about diversity and am involved somewhat. But not clear on HCC vision on diversity. 25 Years and Beyond was made clear to me. Not so much diversity. What do we do?
How about bringing Summer of Soul to Sunday morning? Saturday night service has been great, regardless of who has preached.
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