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Random Moments

Random inspiration at needed times. I think about this often — how God has revealed himself in some surprising, random ways, sometimes in epic moments, and other times in the most common moments of the day-to-day. Through struggles, a sunset, or a quiet moment at the ocean. Through the words of a song, at the heart of a crisis, through laughter with some friends. In a picture that stirs a memory, a late night bike ride, or a random movie that  took me to another level.

The last few months have been a challenging stretch, but the last few weeks have brought some needed  encouragement and inspiration from a lot of different directions. In early September I was with some guys who finished their three-year RHYTHMinTWENTY journey, and with another group of guys who are just getting started.  The stories, the hope of an encounter with God in a fresh and new way, the depth of great relationships, and the continued pursuit of God… it was a just a glimpse of heaven, and it has for sure had a deep impact on me. It makes me want to keep chasing the rhythm this mysterious God has for me and others.

Then last friday I got to go to a Mumford and Sons concert with my son Dylan and a friend of his. Just being in the moment with them was awesome. I love Mumford. Their music is just plain fun, the lyrics inspirational, and their talent is off the charts!  It was a great reminder of how God can work through all of us, despite our mistakes and screw ups. He can reveal truth and encouragement in a ton of different ways. The guys  in that group have made some mistakes, and sometimes I wonder where they are coming from, but that does not change the amazing ways God can use them through their music.

As I was listening to “Roll Away Your Stone,” some of the words to that song really stood out that night.

” It seems that all my bridges have been burned,

But you say that’s exactly how this grace thing works.

It ‘s not the long road home that will change this heart.

But the welcome I receive with the restart.”

As I was listening I was reminded how many times I have needed that restart, and I thought about the incredible restoration I have seen in my own life and the lives of so many others who needed God’s grace, who were desperate for that restart!

The last couple of weeks have given me resolve to keep my eyes and ears open to what He may have for me.next. In the most epic and most common moments, ideas, hope, inspiration can  come.

Here is to waiting, watching,  listening…

 

 

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