I Hope You Dance

Recently I had the joy of watching my young granddaughter squealing with delight as she stood on her papa’s feet and they danced around the room. I was struck with parallels to our position as UMC sons and daughters.

First, we are to position ourselves with our back to the world and our face gazing up at Jesus. We don’t need to watch out for what is behind us. If we have our eyes fixed on his face, he’ll tell us everything we need to know.

Second, if our feet are on top of his, we only move when he moves. It’s not up to us to figure out the next step or fret over which path to take.

And, third, if we are gazing up at him, we will see love reflected in his face and know he delights in keeping us close to his heart.

The choice is ours. We can strike out on our own — or we can dance. I hope you dance! _________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Thank you for continuing to faithfully pray for the Kingdom to come fully in our Methodist stream.

PRAYER POINTS FOR AUGUST/SEPTEMBER

• Transitional Leadership Council of the Global Methodist Church (globalmethodist.org)
• God’s vision and timing for the Global Methodist Church
• WCA President Rev. Keith Boyette, Vice President Rev. Walter Fenton and Council Members as they continue to prepare for what’s ahead
• Churches and pastors in upheaval over unexpected moves
• Bishop Taylor as she retires and Bishop Wallace-Padgett as she begins her term leading Holston
• Holston WCA Chapter President Rev. Chuck Griffin and other leaders in Holston
• Pastors and congregations to focus on current ministry opportunities while also preparing for the future

The Holston WCA Intercessory Prayer Group continues to meet on Zoom at 11:00 Wednesdays and we would love for you to join us. Contact me at wilderfamily@hotmail.com and I will send you the access link.

Becky Wilder

WCA International Intercessor Leader for Holston Chapter