Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church Ordinary. What a strange little word. It has to be one of the loneliest words in our vocabulary. After all, who wants a bumper sticker that announces to the neighborhood, “My child is an ordinary student at Babbling Brook Elementary”? Who wants to be that ordinary person who lives an unremarkable life, not doing much of anything, going through the motions, having superficial friends, working at a job they neither care about or enjoy? Why do many people prefer this path? Because it’s predictable, safe and easy. It’s a slow easy slide into mediocrity. Rod Dreher described it like this… “Everydayness is my problem. It’s easy to think about what you would do in wartime, or if a hurricane blows through, or if you spent a month in Paris, or if you won the lottery or bought that special thing you really wanted. It’s a lot more difficult to figure out how you’re going to get through today, without despair.” Sound familiar? Everyone really wants to leave their mark, have a legacy, and make a difference. We want to find an amazing adventure that captures our heart, but we’re so afraid of the risks. We need help, someone to show us the way. We were not called to live like other Christians… we are called to live like Christ! If you’ve made it this far, it’s because deep down inside you KNOW your life matters, you KNOW your actions have an eternal consequence and you KNOW the Creator of the Universe wants to use YOU. Even though you KNOW all this, you may have gotten sucked into the routines and habit that define success but lack significance. But don’t give up yet, deep down inside there’s a little glowing ember telling you “You were made for more…” If you’re feeling a bit bored and you’re ready to take the next step in your journey, here’s how to get started... Surround yourself with people you admire. We become like the people we spend time with. Connect with inspiring people. Join a small group, Sunday school, or Bible Study that challenges and brings out the best in you. “Those who walk with angels learn to soar above the clouds.” proverb Be Grateful for what you have, are where you are. Gratitude turns what you have into what you want. Gratitude takes nothing for granted, is constantly awakening to new wonders and sees opportunities everywhere. Lead with Courage! Many people prefer to just sit and soak, Christians stand and serve. In baptism we say, “Here I am, Lord, send me!” We are the risk takes, the change makers, the leaders of the New Way. So roll up your sleeves, jump in and make an impact. I’m so thankful to be a part of this church (and you hope you are too!) We have great people who inspire me, who believe God is calling them to do something extraordinary in our world and, who are willing to roll up their sleeves and make it happen. I’m glad you’re one of them! Blessings,
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