Departures

Then Moses said to him, “If your Presence does not go with us, do not send us up from here.”  Exodus 33:15 It’s been a season of saying good-bye to beloved people in our church, including a charter member of our community.  We are thankful for those God has given to faithfully mentor and guide us through tough times and places.  While there were great rewards, sometimes the burdens of leadership could be heavy.  Leading the church could be much like navigating the wilderness with the ancient people of Israel, as Moses did. And Moses’ story has always offered great inspiration to those in leadership, as he is one of the most intriguing Old Testament figures.  Surviving Pharoah’s edict of infanticide to be adopted into the royal household, he received an education and training in Egypt’s systems. In a fit of anger, ... continue reading