Ministry Vomit

Several years ago I had an intern who replied, "we not to stop feeding our students so much - let's give them an opportunity to throw it up."

Although graphic, what he meant was, we need to provide opportunities for our students to apply what we've been teaching. C.S. Lewis wrote, "Experience is a brutal teacher, but you learn." In ministry, we are called to equip the saints through knowledge but we do them a great disservice if we don't help them apply their new found knowledge.

Last night we had our first of three planning meetings for our upcoming Student Led Sunday. On this special day we'll teach all of our adult connect groups, lead in worship, preaching, and the other duties of a Sunday morning - greeters, ushers, etc. It was really great to cast the vision and become a member of the group as they brainstormed and thought through how we are going to minister and share the gospel on this special day.

Some of my most rewarding moments in ministry isn't speaking in front of thousands, writing a published article, or being around giants of the faith. I find the most fulfillment in ministry when I see students grab vision and begin to apply God's Word towards serving others. I love hearing the conversations that are full of "what if's" and "maybe we could" and "what about" and "how can use God's Word".

I'm excited about what the next few weeks holds as we gather thoughts and begin working toward serving the body in this meaningful way. I'm looking forward to seeing our students stretch themselves in serving the Savior and see what God might do in the life of our church and our students.

Last night we had the beginnings of ministry vomit and I was feeling great.