Tomorrow
Scripture: Matthew 6:7-21
Ten years ago, when I began as your Senior Pastor, I did like a lot of good pastors do - I tried to listen for what is important and valuable to your church. We sometimes call them sacred cows. In some churches, they are reserved pews or seats. Or a favorite hymnal. Or the placement of something special in the sanctuary and God help the pastor who moves it.
So it's a good thing for a new minister to ask around and listen closely and try to understand what a congregation values.
Ten years ago, I embarked on a listening tour, and...
(posted 1/31/23)