Gatherings

Some people love having large get togethers. I tend to like the small ones.

When there are a lot of people at an event I end up not really having a meaningful conversation with anyone because there is too much going on. Maybe because I am easily distracted. Who knows.

Of course, Jesus handled both large groups and one-on-one situations in an amazing way. He connected privately with the very vulnerable and publicly criticized the overbearing leaders. He spoke to thousands and healed one-on-one.

Sometimes we are required to be out of our comfort zone and participate in the size of gathering we are least comfortable in. That helps us to stretch and grow.

But it is ok to have a preference. And it is ok for your preference to change over time.

The important thing is to be sure to gather and connect.

Satan does some amazingly destructive work when he can isolate us.

If you have not been invited to connect recently, step out there and do the inviting! Take time out for a coffee or walk with a friend and catch up!