Back to Emerge. I met some awesome people, for sure. And had some crazy midnight snowball fight madness. YEP. IT HAPPENED. That mostly means I got soaked, laughed a lot, and was laughed at for my lack of skill when throwing snow. So did Jordan though. The next day, when we were meeting new people, we were actually referred to as, "The girls who couldn't throw." True story. We throw like girls. Like pansy LITTLE girls, not like major league baseball girls (if there is such a thing.) Extending your network of friends and family of Christ is such an important thing as a Christian. Fellowship has so many purposes, the foremost being to encourage others, and likewise to be encouraged. I'm never sure how much of an impact I have on others when meeting, I really hope that I am encouraging, buuuuut who knows. I'm an inherently selfish being, there are lots of things I need to work on. One thing I do know is how encouraged I was this weekend! That's sweet fellowship for ya.
There was also a huge concept that was brought to my attention that I would like to share! Our speaker's name was Joyce Somethingorother (I think that's right) and she did a terrific job. She spoke over the weekend about rest and work in Christ. Joyce explained to us the importance of taking your Sabbath seriously, managing your time wisely, and working hard. She pointed out that many people claim that "Because of Jesus, the law isn't as important anymore." If that's the case, then how about that little 6th commandment, "DON'T KILL OTHER PEOPLE, YO." There is a REASON God wanted a day of rest to be in the ten commandments. It wouldn't be there if it didn't matter. If I took one thing away from this weekend, it's to take notice of what I'm doing with my time, and to be intentional about how I spend my Sabbath. The 24 hour period of my choosing, that will consist solely of things which add to my appreciation and enjoyment of our Creator, moments which remind me to be thankful of the life given to me by my Saviour, and the time to reflect and listen to what the Holy Spirit is telling me.
Also: Here's a shout out to everyone from the UCM Emerge weekend who may or may not read this. Thanks for making the weekend an awesome one! Or.. Should I say crisp? </endinsidejoke>
Also also: My bad for not posting in over a month. Don't hate. It just happens sometimes..
