What a great time we had last night! Thirteen ladies hung out for 3 1/2 hours at Pacific Rim in Hobbs. We had great food and great conversation. I personally enjoyed the Spicy Tuna Sushi Roll and a cup of Won-ton soup. Yummy!! We also celebrated Ashley Davis' birthday. Her close friend Carla made a pink and black purse birthday cake. It was amazing. She is very talented. If anyone is in search for a great cake for any occasion, let me know and I can give you her number. She can do anything and I mean anything.
Night's like these are so important to me. I love to be with a group of ladies and talk about a wide variety of topics. Our conversation went from childbirth to bowel patterns. We discussed the school system and relationships. I learned so much about these women. I left last night having rekindled old friendships and strengthened my new ones. One fault I see in the institutional church today is the lack of true fellowship. We come to church every week, find our seat upon arrival and once the sermon is over we make a mad dash to the closest exit. Why do we do this? Building relationships and having true fellowship is one of the greatest reasons for attending the local church. Now many may disagree. "Heather, the Word is the most important part of a church service." I agree, it is VERY important but I can study and learn the Word on a deserted island. What I can't do, is fellowship and ask questions. We are each called to be a friend to someone. So next time you get the opportunity, step out of your comfort zone and come make a friend.
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As always, you have such a way with words! Well put! I hate I missed all the fun! We are having a great time here tho......see ya on Monday or Tuesday. Oh yea.....it's all about relationship!!! love it! love you! Crill
ReplyDeletegreat writing. You are so right. We women especially need to have conversations and lots of them with other women. It may be something deep snd serious, or it may be fun and light hearted. You hit the nail on the head. We are so blessed to have you as our leader. I really missed being there but I'll be back soon. love ya, Patti
ReplyDeleteExcellent!! I think one reason for "fellowship" is for accountability. But, in today's world, not many want to be held accountable. That goes for both leaders and layman. God knew what He was doing. The Message is "preached" by the life we live, which means others must truly KNOW US, both inside and out, which only happens with fellowship !!! It doesn't mean we won't make mistakes, but it does mean we must DEAL with them. Thanks once again Heather! Well put!!
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ReplyDeleteHello from a long lost friend!!! I read your blog every time I get an email that you have posted. I truly can say that each time I read your blog, it makes me think of why we are all here and how we can become better friends in Christ. Heather, I know that I live a ways away, but I think of you often and how everytime I hear you speak or read your writings your words really do speak to me and I am so cherished to have a friend like you.
Deedra
Heather,
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful post! I am sorry that I did not make it. I agree that we need the fellowship with one another for accountability, to learn, to teach, to be a shoulder to cry on, or someone to laugh with. All of this helps all of us to grow. There is a great difference in preaching and fellowship. Can't wait til the next one in June so that i can be there!
Kim Stinson