Human, Messy, Sacred (#998)
A couple of weeks ago, Kyle asked Wayne about his trip to Boise. This week, we have the opportunity to hear from someone who was present at that gathering and how it affected her. In her post, she described true fellowship as human, messy, and sacred. That depiction resonated with Wayne, causing him to wonder if our attempts to organize the messy out of human engagement also lose the sacred? Kyle and Wayne explore that question and her other comments. They also talk about finding joy every day, especially through challenging stretches of thealing or struggle. They begin by talking about moments where it seems the enemy is trying to steal their joy or creativity.
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Human, messy, sacred. I love that!
I’m in Nampa Idaho, and was unable to meet in Boise that weekend, and wondered how it went. It was so refreshing to hear that letter.
I’ve had my own coming out of the box experience(s) – I went back in a few times. But in living wild, even feral, God has won me over. I don’t desire the religious machinery anymore, at all. I’ve witnessed its carnage too many times, and I’ve never been closer with our Abba than now.
Wayne, you have been one of the prominent voices I’ve listened to over the many years, and I appreciate your mentoring so much.
It would have been nice to meet you, but it sounds like there was plenty going on in Boise already.
Thank you for your voice in the wild, wonderful wilderness of relationship!!
Rory
I’m sorry I missed you up there, Rory. I’ve seen your name a lot over the years. I love your journey and the freedom it has brought to your life. And thanks for your gracious encouragement.
When I stepped away from the 2×2 system almost 3 years ago, it required the most faith I’ve ever mustered. God has been faithfully feeding me in the wilderness, but I thought the wilderness would be a temporary situation. I love what you said about God being wild, claustrophobic, and busting out of the boxes we put him in. Maybe the wilderness is exactly where I need to be until he leads me right to the promised land. I don’t need to find a new system.
Thank you for giving us insight into what it means to live relationally with God. I know he called me out of religion into a relationship, but I didn’t know how to pursue that. The fruit it has produced in you is obvious. I, too, want to experience that kind of relationship with my heavenly Father. You are a blessing to many. Thank you.
I think you don’t know how because this is something he does inside of us, not something we can do. Ask him to show you the way. It’s his Spirit that guides us into all truth, not our Bibles or our religious leaders. The Bible is filled with great wisdom to help us draw near to him, not to replace Him, as He makes himself known. You’re on a good journey, Cyndi. Keep going down this trail and see what he does.