It seems like yesterday, or maybe it seems like twenty years ago, it just depends on my mood, work load, and sleep the night before, that I arrived here at St. John’s UMC Davenport. Our furniture was picked up early in the morning on July 1, 2008 in Clearfield, and by 7pm I was greeting the chairmen of the SPRC and Trustees receiving my keys and touring our freshly remodeled home. We spent the night in Moline and our belongings arrived the next morning as Beth was interviewing for her new job as the secretary to the Principal at AHS.
Since that time it has been a whirlwind. We have met many great people and we have accomplished a lot. I could look back and write extensively about what has happened, but that is not my style. Know that we have loved most every moment since our arrival, and hopefully we have touched people and shown all who have come in contact with us the love that is Jesus. But now is a time to keep driving forward.
One of my favorite sermon illustrations is how small the rear view mirror is in a car in compassion to the front windshield. We need a wide view of what is coming, and smaller view to allow us to reflect on what has been. As I go forward I see many places that need my attention, while remembering what has happened before. There are many people to love, and there are even more opportunities for ministry.
So as we begin year II let us pray.
Gracious God, You are where we draw our strength. Give us your vision to see where and what we should do. Give us the compassion to love as Jesus. Give us the wisdom to do as you want us to do. Give us the courage to do what is right. Give us the humility to know that these things can only be done through your Son, Jesus, AMEN.
Peace Ron
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