Struggling Well With Life

It’s a line from an old hymn.  I love to hear the story of the gospel.  It is fascinating to hear how folks come to faith, but is also a reminder of our own story, our own salvation experience.  Last night 170 of us gathered at the Harris Y and heard the old story repeated again, and again.  What made this service extra special was that our Megan Joy, told her story and was baptized along with 20 others.  I am grateful for her, for her love for Jesus, for some pretty significant changes in her life this year.  I am also grateful for this church.  Going into the ministry I never dreamed we would be in one place for so long, our pastors in our church when I was growing up never seemed to make it past 3-4 years, but being here since our girls were born has afforded them some history.  Last night there were several friends who have known Megan her entire life, who have prayed for, and poured into her life.  I am grateful for history we have here, for the weight of influence that this community has had in the life of our family.