January 16th, 2025
by Anna Clyburn
by Anna Clyburn
A Vision for the New Year
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, I'm reminded of the skilled craftsmen who built the magnificent cathedrals of old. These master builders would begin their work with nothing more than a vision and a foundation stone. Though they knew they might never see the completed cathedral in their lifetime, they laid each stone with precision and purpose, guided by a blueprint that stretched far beyond their years.
Like these cathedral builders, we, too, are called to build something greater than ourselves. The prophet Habakkuk writes, "Write the vision and make it plain... though it tarries, wait for it" (Habakkuk 2:2-3). This ancient wisdom speaks directly to us today as we look toward the future of our church family.
Vision isn't just about seeing what lies ahead; it's about seeing what could be through God's eyes. Just as a carpenter first sees the table in the raw lumber or a sculptor sees the masterpiece in the uncut stone, we must see the potential that God has planted within our congregation.
As we enter this new year, let us be like those cathedral builders – faithful in the small things, patient in our progress, and unwavering in our commitment to the greater vision God has given us. Whether we're strengthening our children's ministry, expanding our community outreach, or deepening our worship experience, each "stone" we lay this year builds toward something eternal.
Let us join together in prayer, asking not just for sight but for vision – the kind of vision that sees beyond the immediate and into God's greater purpose for our church family. For as Proverbs 29:18 reminds us, "Where there is no vision, the people perish."
This year, let's commit to being both visionaries and builders, dreaming big dreams while remaining faithful in the small steps that will take us there.
Love,
Pastor Vondie and Lori
As we stand at the threshold of a new year, I'm reminded of the skilled craftsmen who built the magnificent cathedrals of old. These master builders would begin their work with nothing more than a vision and a foundation stone. Though they knew they might never see the completed cathedral in their lifetime, they laid each stone with precision and purpose, guided by a blueprint that stretched far beyond their years.
Like these cathedral builders, we, too, are called to build something greater than ourselves. The prophet Habakkuk writes, "Write the vision and make it plain... though it tarries, wait for it" (Habakkuk 2:2-3). This ancient wisdom speaks directly to us today as we look toward the future of our church family.
Vision isn't just about seeing what lies ahead; it's about seeing what could be through God's eyes. Just as a carpenter first sees the table in the raw lumber or a sculptor sees the masterpiece in the uncut stone, we must see the potential that God has planted within our congregation.
As we enter this new year, let us be like those cathedral builders – faithful in the small things, patient in our progress, and unwavering in our commitment to the greater vision God has given us. Whether we're strengthening our children's ministry, expanding our community outreach, or deepening our worship experience, each "stone" we lay this year builds toward something eternal.
Let us join together in prayer, asking not just for sight but for vision – the kind of vision that sees beyond the immediate and into God's greater purpose for our church family. For as Proverbs 29:18 reminds us, "Where there is no vision, the people perish."
This year, let's commit to being both visionaries and builders, dreaming big dreams while remaining faithful in the small steps that will take us there.
Love,
Pastor Vondie and Lori
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