Hey kids. I am speaking this Sunday at The Ridge while Don continues his honeymoon in Italy. Poor guy. He has no privileges. :)
Ya know, Don has become one of the people I love and admire most. He has become my close friend. He has made his share of mistakes but even those contribute to making him the person he has become. And, last time I checked we have all made a few mistakes in life. His love for God is genuine. He is a prayer and faith giant! He is relentlessly positive and hopeful! He is already a phenomenal leader! His passion for The Word and desire to help others is so strong. I am ready for him to return. He is gonna be a world class pastor!
In the mean time, I do have a small problem. I have had a
crazy busy week and I have no clue what I am gonna say Sunday. I must get ready
... so I must get quiet. The quality of what I have to say rises in direct proportion to the amount of time I spend in silence and solitude before I go talk.
I am notifying all my peeps that I am gonna be very silent and absent the next 2 days. (“peeps” is street slang for people close to me. It makes me sound very cool when I use it. Also gives me street cred in my hood) I will be turning off my phone for long periods, so I may not answer calls or return text. Please leave me a voice mail if it’s important, but ya probably won’t hear back from me till Sunday afternoon or Monday.
Pray for me that God will give me peace, clarity and words that bring His wisdom to His People.
And one more thing. Please people… do all you can to put a stop to the incessant questioning of the chicken's motive for crossing the dang road. Just freakin' leave it be! Enough is enough!! *
blessings, joy and peace
jess
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Dearest Jess, you are the most loved Pastor I've ever known. Anyone that hears you speak is so impressed by your love of God, your vigor for his message and your human delivery. We all pray for you and beg God for your healing so you nay be able to teach us whenever possible. All of us are looking forward to Sunday, and hear your sermon...You are loved !!!
Posted by: Mary McGuire | June 13, 2009 at 10:37 AM