What's the Big Deal? Learning to Listen…

January 24th, 2007 |

I am about to do something that I have not done in 30 years of ministry. I thought about doing it, I have been asked to do it, and I guess I have fought doing it for no better reason than “we have never done it that way before”, a sentiment that by the way I would chastise you for having. However, it is a new day and time to rethink some things. So here it is, for the first time in the history of this preacher I am going to move the Sunday night service to accommodate those of you who want to get back home to watch the Super Bowl. So mark the date on your calendar, next Sunday night February 4th our Sunday evening service which actually be a Sunday afternoon service which will begin at 4:00. Most of you know that I am not a sports enthusiast, but I know many of you are. It is not your fault that they choose to play one of the biggest games of the year on Sunday night. So we will gather a little early that day to focus on worship and the Word so that those of you who want to can enjoyed the game in it’s entirety. I have been writing this article a little tongue and cheek, but believe me this has not been a easy decision. I think I surprised the staff by bringing it up in the first place because they know my stance on this for all these years. So why the change of heart? One thing stands out as I sought the Lord on the matter, He clearly impressed upon me that He really does not care what time our service is on Sunday nights. What He really wants are people who will gather to worship Him in spirit and in truth no matter what time the service starts. This is not a matter of watering down the Word or lower our standards or taking our eyes off of Him. It is simply about making a small time change. In the scheme of eternity it is really not big deal. What is a big deal for me, is that I am learning to listen to Him even when it involves small things.