Selection Committee '13

Serving on the Selection Committee continues to stretch me, and it has been a privilege learning from those I serve alongside.  Initially, I was somewhat let down with how the current elder selections were progressing; but, after yesterday's meeting, I was encouraged.

I've been motivated to not just become more focused on prayer; but, we were urged to spend time fasting as well, particularly for the next time we meet.   The idea is to utilize the regular meal time for prayer instead.   I can extend this to apply to my current evening fast - to pray as I begin and end the fast daily.  During the meeting we spent much time in prayer; and I can see how essential it is in this process.

Also, we've been able to see God at work, "pruning" the list of candidates before we even get to the interviews and selection decisions.   Another area in which I am encouraged is that while I can see that I am more "quiet" and may not contribute as much verbally to the meetings, I am serving by handling the meeting minutes, elder bios, etc.   And, I know that I would speak up if there really was a need to do so.

I trust the LORD that His Will will be done; and that we will be His instruments to select the leaders for our church who He has chosen.  Amen.

27-May:  I decided to fast today, rather than tomorrow, when I have a really heavy schedule and long day.  I actually started last night; and won't eat until tomorrow morning.   So, it will be about a 36 hour fast.  I do feel like God has been with me today; for, I have not felt overly hungry; I've had this sense of peace all day; and I've had a chance to pray and spend time with God more than the usual.   I do feel that this has been good preparation for tomorrow; and I look forward to seeing God at work in the elder selection process.

28-May:  The committee interviewed the candidates today.  We spent much time in prayer; and after the interviews, I am at peace with the selections as having been made with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.