Good morning. Last night was a tough night. This whole what to do for church thing came to a head last night. It seems that right now my ministry seems to be with men (which I love). Carrying this over to women and children, I have not had any kind of clear leading on what to do or how to do it (or even if that is what my ministry is supposed to be). I was talking with my wife last night and I allowed satan to creep into our conversation on churches and on where I see my ministry. I got frustrated about what I want - selfishness. I ask forgiveness for that and now I am back to trying to do what God wants. I want to see my family grow. We are visiting a new church on Sunday to begin the pursuit of where God wants us as a family.
Does this mean no "house church" as I started this journey with. For now it does mean that, but it also means some new things as God continues the molding/cutting away process. Allowing some time to pass is a good thing. Meeting with brothers and hearing their hearts is a good thing. For now, I am putting on hold anything I have been trying to do in regards to a family community group. What I am picking up is going to be more focused on the men, as I believe if the men are reached and are discipled and are growing, families will benefit.
As I have stated in many past posts, I am just trying to be obedient to God and what He wants for me. Being a part of 2 great men's small groups, I am learning and hearing more about what men want and need as followers of Christ. I want to get some men together very soon to discuss this some more. I have met with small pockets of men over some food (some food has been good, some not so good but the fellowship has always been great), and these meetings along with the finer focus the Lord has been and will continue to give me is causing some incredible excitement. I am not just talking about Bible study - I am talking about camping trips, dinners, football games, etc. - then bringing along unbelievers to show them Christ and truly what it means to follow him (discipleship). I know I am starting to ramble, but I am excited about this. Through talking with my wife last night and listening to her and what the Lord is telling me, I really believe this is what the Lord has been trying to tell me. For me the focus will be on getting men to understand the calling on our lives and to walk together to get where the Lord wants us to be. It,s still all about community, because if this is done right it will still benefit the entire family!
A Little About Me
- "Chewy" Shane Roberts
- I am an avid marathon runner, in love with my beautiful wife Jennifer, father of 2 great boys Will and Brooks, searching for what the Lord wants for me. I love Tar Heel Basketball, reading,drinking good coffee (I am a coffee snob), and good beer (not in excess!). Go Ugly Mug!
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I really believe you are a leader of men, well, a fellow brother...you know what I mean. One of the best quotes I've ever heard was this, "The greatest leader to ever grace this earth was a servant. Who was & is this graceful man? Jesus." I think you are where God wants you to be. He birthed in you, a while back, the desire to serve & grow alongside other brothers. Now, that is community. Community, like you shared last night, takes on many different shapes. Community, to me, is like worship. It wears many different faces.
Now, you sharpen me & I pray I sharpen you. I say this in the humblest sense b/c God teaches about 2 being better than one. Sometimes your spiritual eyes see things I don't & vice versa. I would never contact/lead/pursue/seek churches the way you have---well, that's your spiritual leadership/fathering to our family. I do "see" community in you, in the men you so boldly walk with, in your actions. Cool!
Getting thoughts out is so cleansing & it's so ok if the Home Church thing doesn't come to fruition. You do have home church with us 3:) & what really matters is your arms wide open for any type of community or fellowship---you were & still are OPEN to His leading.
Now, there is this awesome yoga move known as the "tree" (don't laugh too hard) & I loved it the other night b/c it challenged my balance, thinking, agility, & ouch!, my trust. Ummm...I all of a sudden feel "crunchy granola"---lol! Anyway, you, we, are challenged & stretched---that's soooooo good & means, ummm, yes, we have to open our arms, plant our feet, & just be where He has us. Ironically, this means we'll stumble, wobble, lose our footing---so, oh well, we'll dig back in & plow ahead. Try, try again, right???
Shane, I am so not meaning to be too hokey. See, what Jesus is doing on Mon AM'S & in your work Bible Study does bleed into our home & then into "community". He's given you that right before your eyes!!!! Now---don't you be leavin' me outta the campin' trips---yes, read that w/ attitude:).
I love you...your BMX biking, camping wanna be wife (w/make up & cute clothes on, of course-hee).
Happy Friday---so, tomorrow AM I COMMIT TO WALKING THE 5K!
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