“Scattered”

The top of my desk looks like the surface of a typical landfill.  Why can’t I get organized?  It seems like every time I get one thing finished, two more are added to my ‘collection.’  No wonder I’m scattered!  (Or maybe this is WHY I’m scattered…)  Anyway, Jesus told a parable about a farmer who scattered his seed.  Some fell on hard ground, some on rocks, some in the weeds, but some fell on good soil and produced a huge crop.  His reminder to us is to stop worrying about the soil and get busy scattering the seed.  Look for people to bless this week- people to invite to church or your small group- people to talk to about your faith.  God promises that if we do our part, He’ll do His!  See you next week!        -Brad

Easter 2009

I am fairly notorious for ability to misplace things.  One of the most common things I lose is keys- keys to my car, my office, my house- you name it.  This week’s message focused on things that are ‘Hidden’- specifically, the keys to fulfillment, peace and purpose.  We looked at Jesus’ parable about the kingdom of heaven being like a ‘treasure hidden in a field’ that is worth so much that we would JOYFULLY give all we own to obtain it.  Here’s a promise- if you’ll seek God’s hidden treasure, you WILL find it!  Easter was an incredible celebration at The Crossing.  Over 1200 people came together for a morning committed to worship and rejoicing!  Thirteen adults and numerous children prayed to become Christians in our Easter services!   Thank you, Lord, for using us!  See you next week! -Brad