Sunday Postgame Report

Full day. I love it.

The first Sunday of 2009. It held a few firsts to go along with it. It was the first time for us to celebrate communion together with Capital City. It was the first Sunday for some guests I had the privilege to meet afterward. It was the first time I used video of an atheist to make a point about sharing the reality of Christ. It was the first Sunday that we were in our new house. It was the first time we tried the Mexican restaurant near the church.

The worship band was on today. Great time of worship and good mix of songs. I love that song we ended with, "You Made The Way"! The flow and simplicity of the song is ripe for serious worship. I know Melissa wasn't feeling full strength with her voice today, but she did excellent. God doesn't need us to "feel" our best in order for Him to use us.

The video I showed from Penn of Penn & Teller fame is so real and poignant. He mischaracterizes why many do not share their faith. It is not hate, it is fear that is the culprit. Yet, it is also a lacking of love. If we love someone deeply enough, there is no fear that can keep us from reaching out to them. Paul tells us love casts out fear. If we will allow ourselves to be filled with the love of God for people, we will have a whole lot less reasons not to share His reality with those around us.

Let us all make sure we use the right amount of "seasoning" in our conversations this week. Colossians 4:2-6.

I so enjoy meeting people. I am still meeting people and learning names of those who are regular attenders at Capital City but today I also got to meet a couple that it was their first time ever. I hope that is an every week occurrence because it never gets old.

Had a great lunch with some friends. I love Mexican food.

Got in a nap during the Miami vs. Baltimore game. Glad I slept through it. Sorry I watched what I did. It was quite a turn around for Miami this year. Just being in the playoffs was a major feat after a 1 - 15 year in 2007. As far as I am concerned, Tony Sparano should have been Coach of the Year with that turn around. But, that is just my opinion and others felt like Mike Smith was more deserving for what he accomplished in Atlanta, which is also quite impressive.
Rough football playoff weekend. I really wanted to see Miami take down Baltimore and the Colts continue past the Chargers. Oh well, at least the Cards advanced. And, as my daughter says, "Dad, it's only football!"

This week is our week of prayer. I love the prayer times, but 5 am is going to come early. If you are able and are in the area, would love to see you between 6-8 am or 6-8 pm each day this week.

Happy New Year!