Since coming out of atheism 11 years ago, the gospel has always been very real to me and faith came easy. Last January I experienced a crisis of faith. All of a sudden I was doubting everything I had known to be True. This was very difficult since I had been in full time ministry for years. I “knew” all the ways that I could avoid this and go back to trusting God. At least on paper. Doing it has proved to be more difficult. 2009 was a tough year because my faith in the Lord has not come easily. I believe it is simply a season, but it is certainly hard. I’ve been doing the Daniel fast and expecting great things to happen but I often find my mind wandering when I am trying to pray. So if you remember, would you pray for my faith and my TRUST in the Lord? Thanks.
Anonymous, I will be praying for you. 2009 was extremely difficult for me and it appears the season is continuing into 2010. But you are right, just as it will not be winter forever, seasons of life change. During these difficult seasons, the trust/confidence in God part is surrendering to His will even when we do not know His will. I know how you feel, Anonymous and know that you are in my prayers.
I can’t believe that it’s already the 21st! This fast was so much easier than anticipated, because of the support, openness, honesty and community at Buckhead Church. I feel so blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful people. Jeff, thank you so much for your amazing vision and leadership!! God has really opened my eyes in these last 20 days – thank you!
Anonymous praying for you and myself as well. All along I’ve been praying to God that nothing will distract me from Him.
Sara, you are so kind! A friend might let me use her car but if I need you to pick me up I’ll let you know asap. You are right, I don’t want to miss tonight! Thank you so very much! Blessings!
January 21, 2010 at 7:41 am
So thankful that we made it! Praying I’ll be able to go since my car broke down! Blessings.
January 21, 2010 at 8:20 am
Since coming out of atheism 11 years ago, the gospel has always been very real to me and faith came easy. Last January I experienced a crisis of faith. All of a sudden I was doubting everything I had known to be True. This was very difficult since I had been in full time ministry for years. I “knew” all the ways that I could avoid this and go back to trusting God. At least on paper. Doing it has proved to be more difficult. 2009 was a tough year because my faith in the Lord has not come easily. I believe it is simply a season, but it is certainly hard. I’ve been doing the Daniel fast and expecting great things to happen but I often find my mind wandering when I am trying to pray. So if you remember, would you pray for my faith and my TRUST in the Lord? Thanks.
January 21, 2010 at 8:47 am
Hey Mercedes! I am so sorry to hear about your car! Let us know if we can give you a lift- I know this is a night you won’t want to miss!!!
January 21, 2010 at 9:12 am
EPIC! See you tonight.
January 21, 2010 at 10:42 am
Anonymous, I will be praying for you. 2009 was extremely difficult for me and it appears the season is continuing into 2010. But you are right, just as it will not be winter forever, seasons of life change. During these difficult seasons, the trust/confidence in God part is surrendering to His will even when we do not know His will. I know how you feel, Anonymous and know that you are in my prayers.
January 21, 2010 at 11:11 am
I can’t believe that it’s already the 21st! This fast was so much easier than anticipated, because of the support, openness, honesty and community at Buckhead Church. I feel so blessed to be surrounded by such wonderful people. Jeff, thank you so much for your amazing vision and leadership!! God has really opened my eyes in these last 20 days – thank you!
January 21, 2010 at 11:14 am
Anonymous praying for you and myself as well. All along I’ve been praying to God that nothing will distract me from Him.
Sara, you are so kind! A friend might let me use her car but if I need you to pick me up I’ll let you know asap. You are right, I don’t want to miss tonight! Thank you so very much! Blessings!
January 21, 2010 at 5:08 pm
So excited about completing my first fast tonight and worshiping with everyone!!!
January 24, 2010 at 10:16 pm
So…where is the father-daughter dance? Thanks for being such an inspiration and leader.