For a while now, I have been praying about and burdened for the "Professional Christian." As I have written about in previous blogs, I'm concerned at the expectation and pressure that is placed on church leaders to maintain a spotless, or at least a "better-than" image. The problem is, no one is perfect...no one is spotless...no one is "better-than". Left unchecked, an environment of hiding and denial can be created where the leadership becomes a group of people who have signed an unwritten pact to avoid the shame of confessing their sin.....and at worst... buy into the illusion that they don't have any. While honesty and authenticity are said to be encouraged by the leadership, they are seldom valued. We say we want the truth....but the truth is....to quote Jack Nicholson..."We can't handle the truth." To which I would add, "out of the light of God's grace." Grace among leaders isn't given much of a chance.
I believe there is hope for restoration and healing.
In response to this burden, Mary Beth and I feel the Lord has called us to start a ministry to ministry leaders. We're calling it "Restore Worship" and God is already directing us and laying the foundation for this new journey. I'd love for you to check it out at www.restoreworshiponline.com.
As a result, this is my final entry here at The Rockalot Blog. I'll continue blogging through the new ministry at www.restoreworshipblog.com. Please RSS the new blogsite and stay in touch.
It's been a great ride....see you on the other side. :)>
Best wishes on your new endeavor, brother. Life is a series of changes, isn't it?
Posted by: Steve | August 11, 2007 at 11:36 PM
Good luck in your new ministry. I will be praying for you often and checking your blog almost every day.
I guess God has given you a whole new vision and direction. Please pray for me that I can also have the same.
Posted by: Old Friend | August 13, 2007 at 08:00 AM