The Letter

To sit and soak in the Scripture this weekend was rich. As Heather read, I realized the profound nature of Philippians and the gravity that the study of this book had in the life of Emmanuel. Our lives have been changed. The things that I value have changed. My hunger to be consumed for that which is ultimate has amplified. Reading the letter, as a whole, was a fresh means to close this chapter in the life of Emmanuel.

As Heather was reading, several quips leapt off the page through me.... thoughts like living a life that Jesus will be proud of.....making Jesus attractive to all....because of Paul's life and example most of the Christians here have become far more sure of themselves in the faith....live in such a way that I am a credit to the gospel....There's suffering for Him. The suffering is as much a gift as the trusting..... God's energy is at work deep within me...I've dumped all else in the trash compared to the high privilege of knowing Christ.....There's far more to life for us.....Celebrate God every day.. revel in Him!... let petitions and praises shape your worries into prayers.... Put into practive what you've learned....

Each of these thoughts, and a hundred more like them, were launching pads of reflection for me. It was fresh to marinate in His Word and to ask God to bring His Word alive in me... in this body called Emmanuel from the inside out. I really do want to release all passion toward Him and revel deeply in Him as I recognize that He longs for me... for each of us to receive and experience the amazing grace of the Master, Jesus Christ, deep, deep within ourselves.

It's true! Very true!!

Bring on 2007.... Fateful Tales..... and an ever-increasing passion to gain traction in all things that advance the Kingdom of God. May we gain ultimate traction in securing a deep, abiding foundation in Jesus Christ. Yes!




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For the Glory,
Mark