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I am just throwing this out there.
When I had problems in my life, I came to you. Why? Because I believe that you understand whats in my heart, and I feel there are similarities in our lives. You never had all the answers but you did have a listening ear and the advice that God would see me through it.
Sometimes we don't want all the answers, we need
more than a warm handshake, and a sympathetic smile only goes so far. Me, coming from a family of men who never show emotion. I have drown in that pride.
I would rather you stumble through a prayer, it shows you are but human and genuinely care for the loved ones in mourning. Sometimes there is nothing to say, it is just the fact that you feel the loss in your heart also. Some don't want polished and professional. Myself, I look forward to a good ole 'hello' or 'hey buddy', a slap on the back or a joke goes a long way. I don't need a tv avangelist. I just want a man who lights a fire in my heart for the word of God and to help prepare me for eternal life.
When you stumble and get emotional during sermons or prayers, that is when I realize how much Christ has done for you and how much you want us all to feel that love. For all the things you aren't and all the things you are, we are truly blessed. Without the Dj and his listeners, where would I be? I am a product of the love that was showed to me through you and your congregation. You have been my educators about Christ. I know that you have prayed for you, just as you have prayed for me. I have felt it.
In closing, You just be you. Your congregation loves you regardless of those things. I like the Dj, he has been there when I have needed him. And I hope I returned the favor right now. And I think your congregation would agree with me!!!We are all created different, there is no mold. God made you that way for a reason, He doesn't want you to change.
Isiah 30:21 Thanks!!
Signing off,
Markus
Posted by Markus Woodring, on October 9, 2007 at 16:49
I like you just the way you are. You care about your flock when you get emotional. I prefer you don't have the sing-song voice. I agree with Markus. He is right on! Happy Appreciation Day again! From one of your sheep. Hannah
Posted by Hannah Bashore, on October 30, 2007 at 15:47
God uses each one of us in a different way. We are all broken vessels and He mends us to His way. When we are weak, then he is strong. You do a fine job. Emotional is as good as it gets. Yeah some pastors get boisterous when the preach. I believe that is the Holy Spirit speaking through them. When they get throu the preaching their voice goes back to normal.
Posted by christine, on August 13, 2009 at 23:07
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