DECISIONS, DECISIONS, DECISIONS

It's hard for leaders to make decisions--especially since they will impact an entire church. It's hard for people to make choices--particularly ones that will affect a church's leadership. Either way, decisions, easy or hard, must be made. Voting requires one to be educated about the situation and circumstances... But I wish I knew the whole story, not just tidbits and pieces of information. What happened here? What happened there? Why is there so much controversy and speculation? What's best for the church? What's best for the leadership? What will occur if this is passed or turned down? Who's staying? Who's leaving? Why would he/she do that?

A great deal has transpired within the past three years. I can't necessarily complain or be overjoyed about the things that have happened in this time, but I'm extremely concerned for the future and for the unity of our church. Of course, you take the bad with the good; and for every action, there is a positive or negative reaction. But how many consequences are going to be suffered before there are factions and discrepancies within the church? We all worship the same almighty Father, Lord, and Sovereign. Yet, in terms of leadership, especially in this case, I get the impression that politics and personal interests are the culprit. What kind of agendas are people trying to accomplish...and at who's expense?

I'm not trying to denounce anyone's character or refute motives among the leadership, but I urge my fellow brothers and sisters in Christ to ponder the choices you'll be making concerning our church. We want a shepherd that disciples, but we also desire unity among the Christ-body. Regardless of personal opinions, we must each come to a decision in what we feel will best benefit the church. Choices are hard to make and certain issues are difficult to confront, but in the end, it's all about Jesus.

Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.