Alone . . .

I have spent the last couple of days pretty much alone. Dan is out west having a blast getting re-acquainted with his old high school classmates as they celebrate their 30 year class reunion. Burke has been with his maternal grandparents in South Bend.

I don’t like being alone, but there are times when God arranges it that way. I stubbornly submit! Having this time has brought me face to face with certain reality checks. I realize that being who I am has it’s consequences. When Jesus told His disciples, “Take up your cross and follow me,” there was more than just a directive being given. His statement to them was actually a clue for all future disciples.

There are certain crosses to bear in this Christian life and journey. Sometimes it will be lonely. Sometimes there will be sacrifice involved. Oftimes, friends will be scarce—depending on the weather. There are times when the Lord will want you to Himself. And, if we listen and cooperate, He will speak to us and give us exactly what we need to sustain us.

I feel I experienced some of that this weekend.

I’m not a loner and never will be. But, my weekend of solitude has given me a little more confidence and developed my character just a little bit more.

Blessings to you……Pastor Randy

“You’ve got to be willing to do the things today that others won’t do, in order to have the things tomorrow others won’t have”!
–Les Brown, Motivational Speaker