God Hears & Answers 5.22.22
I’ve just got to share the most remarkable testimony with you today concerning this blog. In my mind, this was going to be my final blog. I had come to the conclusion that no one read it and I could better utilize the time it takes each week to prepare. Yet, I was sad and it wasn’t the decision I really wanted to make.
You see, as a boy, my childhood pastor, Ward Tanneberg, always wrote an article in the bulletin. (as it was called at that time) I faithfully read it each week. Sometimes I learned a theological truth, or laughed at a silly joke. When he talked about his activities or family, it endeared me to him and I felt more connected to him as my spiritual leader. It truly was impactful. So back in 1987, when I assumed the role of pastor here at WFA, I wanted to connect with people the same way. So I began a weekly article that appeared in our “bulletin” and eventually evolved into this electronic version called “a blog.”
I was, and am, amazed at how important it is to me to share my heart. It’s like having a cup of coffee with each of you. I obviously can’t do that in person, but I feel like I’m sharing my heart when I write. But…..as I stated…..I came the conclusion I was only doing it for “me” and no one else was benefiting.
But…..guess what? The Lord, in His kindness, prompted a member of our congregation to send me an email last week. Wow! I was surprised to find out that she read my blog every week, and liked it!! She wrote: “I love your blog. Each one is so inspiring or hits home at the right time. I am seriously thinking about printing all of them and posting them on my bulletin board. Thank you for taking the time to research and write them. They do make a difference.”
My heart was warmed! Honestly, I got tears in my eyes. I was so touched by her email and even more touched that the Lord knew that I needed some encouragement and that I should continue to share each week in this manner. God is faithful. It was almost like He answered a prayer that I really hadn’t actually prayed. So…..I will, with joy, continue to share each week and hope that many of you read and enjoy this blog.