Yesterday was good. It was fun. It was charged with the presence of God. The band brought life. Frank and Silas (and Jimmy) are primed and ready to be the back-up for the 'chick band.' Yeah, it was right yesterday. As we closed out the day in the latter part of the last service, I was caught up by the energy in the room. We were singing "I am Free" and I think that we were truly free! There was dancing, shouts, passion, laughter, singing and it was beautiful! Where the spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom and hope.

As we wrapped up true, I honestly landed on one question. My ability to live a life that leaves an incredible God-impression hinges upon my answer to that question. Will I believe Jesus as much as the 11 disciples as they stood in a vineyard, with their dreams 'caving in' on them? I know that this is a leap of faith and a hope beyond hope, but will I believe Jesus that I might do something on this earth that bears so much fruit for His fame? Is it plausible that a few hundred years from now, people will still be talking about a movement out of this little hamlet in Crestview that was authentic, passionate, and truly expanded the name of Christ? I want to believe Christ as much as the 11 disciples that night in the vineyard! I want to trust Him when He says that our Father will bear so much fruit in our lives that we might actually change the course of history. I long to remain in Him and to prepare the way for His life with that hope driving me

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So, I am going to dig ditches... create channels for the floodwaters of Jesus Christ to flow in and through my life. That is my role. That is your role! We are to irrigate the way (remain/abide), so that our Father, who is the master gardener, will have deep ditches through which to pour His grace. When His presence and power fall, I long for there to be ample room to catch as much of His life and His passion possible.

Then, I will be true... about True... living for True. He is the True! Enjoy Him. Make much room for Him. Grow, together, in Him. Bring your shovel!

Feel free to add a comment. Enjoy today.

For the Glory,
Mark