I just got back from a pastors retreat after spending 2 days with 23 incredible men. The theme for the retreat was "IGNITE: Setting a Fire to Your Passion." Some amazing things took place during this retreat as God spoke into our lives through various speakers. I could tell from the start that this was going to be an remarkable experience. The men that were present opened up and shared their challenges, heartaches, and passions. You got the feeling that there wasn't anything that we weren't willing to share and do for one another. This experience with these guys reminded me of the "Band of Brothers" bunch, a mix of guys who came from all walks of life and experiences and yet were fighting the same war together. When you realize that God has strategically placed others around you who are also battling the "elements of darkness" as you are, you quickly appreciate and value that you are not alone in fulfilling God's call to reach and disciple people. What I learned and gleaned from this experience is when ministry has you feeling weak, exasperated, frustrated, and wanting to look for another occupation; many times the best way to get through is to call or hang out with another brother. So don't ever give up or give in, call a brother whose in the same shoes as you, he'll gladly give you some time and an ear. Why? We're serving in God's Army together; we are a "band of brothers!"
5.17.2008
Band of Brothers
I just got back from a pastors retreat after spending 2 days with 23 incredible men. The theme for the retreat was "IGNITE: Setting a Fire to Your Passion." Some amazing things took place during this retreat as God spoke into our lives through various speakers. I could tell from the start that this was going to be an remarkable experience. The men that were present opened up and shared their challenges, heartaches, and passions. You got the feeling that there wasn't anything that we weren't willing to share and do for one another. This experience with these guys reminded me of the "Band of Brothers" bunch, a mix of guys who came from all walks of life and experiences and yet were fighting the same war together. When you realize that God has strategically placed others around you who are also battling the "elements of darkness" as you are, you quickly appreciate and value that you are not alone in fulfilling God's call to reach and disciple people. What I learned and gleaned from this experience is when ministry has you feeling weak, exasperated, frustrated, and wanting to look for another occupation; many times the best way to get through is to call or hang out with another brother. So don't ever give up or give in, call a brother whose in the same shoes as you, he'll gladly give you some time and an ear. Why? We're serving in God's Army together; we are a "band of brothers!"
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I too loved the retreat (it was ACTUALLY a genuine retreat, and not the usual 'preached at, sing a little, either 'ra-ra' or 'beat me up' thing we have grown to call 'retreats')...so first, Thank you, Barry and all who helped plan and put this retreat together. I came back refreshed, challenged to be sure to let God keep the passion in me burning hotly, with a fresh 'Word' from the Lord, and renewed relationships with some fellow 'Band of Brothers.'
Thank you again!
Jerry
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