Nothing earth-shattering in this post today. I’d just like to ask you to pray about a unique opportunity I have today. Even if you get this “after the fact” I’d still like to ask you to pray.
I moved to Spencer to pastor Owen Valley Christian Fellowship in November of 2005. I wanted something different…for my life…as a pastor. In some ways I guess you can say I was tired of playing it safe. I had been a pastor for 30+ years and it was time to get out of my comfort zone and to put “feet to my faith.” As time moved on I tried to do that. Some intentional; some not. I dreamed of the church being involved in the community so when a question came asking if we did anything for Thanksgiving, I said, “No, but we will.” So within 3 weeks we started serving a Thanksgiving dinner. From Day 1 it was a success. If we did something for Thanksgiving why not Christmas? So we started a Christmas breakfast. The traction has been slower but we had a good turnout at the Lions Club (we use their building since it is in town) this past Christmas and also delivered over 60 meals. In time I found myself involved in different organizations in our community. Due to the need to cutback some, I am now involved as a board member of the Owen County Chamber of Commerce. Three years ago they were looking for a venue to host what are called Legislative Breakfasts. One year there are three of them on the 3rd Saturday of January through March; another year there are four of them. This is our third year hosting the meeting.
Through these meetings I have had the opportunity to meet some local politicians who truly care and have a heart for their districts. One such man is Bob Heaton. He played basketball at Indiana State with some other guy named Larry Bird. Bob is a Christ-follower with a heart for truth and for the people he represents.
Now comes the part where I tell you of my opportunity and request. NO IT IS NOT RUNNING FOR PUBLIC OFFICE. I would not even consider that in any way, shape or form. It is something I consider much more important. Bob asked if I would be interested in opening the session at the Indiana House with prayer some day. I said, “Yes” (with a little bit of fear and hesitation). Lo, and behold, I got a call asking me to open the session of the House on Monday, February 18th at 1:30. So today is the day.
I’d like to ask that you pray for me and that I might have the right words to say. Thanks.
Awesome! Go for it big brother! You are covered from here! (From my brother, Rob)
I hope and pray it went well. I have complete faith that it did! You have the Holy Spirit residing in you! Smile
What a grand opportunity, Bill! I’ll most certainly be praying for you, my friend.
Blessings!
What an honor. Praying that God speaks through you, brother. May your words be His words.
Wow Bill, that inspires me because I know God is in it.