Celebrating Success

 I once heard a phrase in seminary that has stuck in my mind like glue, "it is easier to sit with someone in their grief than in their joy." I have thought long and hard about this phrase. Certainly, as a community, we are always more than willing to reach out, support, and pray for those who are suffering, but what about those in our community who are celebrating success? The birth of a grandchild, a new job, acceptance into a program or a team, a financial win, a new house, a marriage, or even a birthday. Why do we not celebrate each other as a community more often?

I realize it's easy to get caught up in life's busyness and forget to take a step back and celebrate each other's successes. Perhaps we don't want to brag or draw attention to ourselves or worry we might make someone feel bad. 

However, God wants us to celebrate our successes. 

We have all been blessed with unique gifts and talents. Whether it's the ability to offer wise counsel, a heart full of faith, the gift of healing, or the talent for bringing people together, these gifts are all from the Holy Spirit. They are meant not just for our benefit but for building up our church and serving those around us.

If we don't share our successes, how do we even know each other's gifts? 

This week, I will share some Bible stories of success. I encourage you to share your success stories with congregation members.

So, as we move forward, let's be intentional about celebrating our successes and the divine gifts that make them possible. Let's be a community that shines brightly, showing the world God's love and power through our unity and actions.

Thank you for being such a wonderful and supportive congregation  I look forward to hearing your success stories and celebrating with you all at the  year-end picnic on Sunday

Blessings 

Rev. Kim 


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