The second session of "Just Walk Across the Room" was about caring for the people that God puts in our lives. More than that, it was about reaching out to people whose paths we cross, so that we do more than just cross paths.
As Christians, over time we discover that we are surrounded more and more by fellow believers. And while the fellowship of believers is wonderful, we're more effective in reaching unbelievers for Christ if we truly care for all of the people that we meet.
The DVD session told the story of Dave, a guy that Bill met as part of a sailing team. Over time, Bill developed a friendship with Dave. Their common interest in sailing brought them together, but it was Bill's intentional kindness toward Dave--asking how his week had been, how his wife was--that moved them from teammates to friends. It was that friendship that allowed Bill to help Dave through the death of Dave's father. And Dave credits that friendship and care with helping him on his journey to faith in Christ.
Jesus cared for others, and not just people that already believed. Luke 15:1-2 gives a glimpse of Jesus's love for others overpowering the pressure to only spend time with the "good crowd".
This week, I encourage you to prayerfully look at your own life. Who do you share a common interest with, but aren't connected with? "Walk across the room" to them, with no agenda besides loving them and enjoying your common interest.
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Lindsay! Hello! Sorry I did not know an email to contact you...but I also did not realize that this blog was yours...I remember looking at it before and had know idea that this was THE Lindsay that I know and miss. How are you?...and yes I can definately make a more neutral one for you. I have a red one made, but I can email you some pics of some fabrics I have. Just let me know your email. I have so much stuff to put up in my store, but just not enough time. :)
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