Instead of going to church this evening, my family gathered together at a local pizza parlor for a tasty supper and fellowship with a truly remarkable human being. This man was one of the very first people to warmly welcome us into the church family. He's fostered positive development of our children over the past few years, and has developed deep and meaningful relationships with my wife and me.
He also happens to be moving out of state in the morning.
It's extremely difficult to say goodbye. I mean, it's not as if the person who moves away is dead. God forbid! However, there is a palpable, tangible, grief that accompanies a major relational change, or physical departure. While things will undoubtedly never be the same again, we are extremely excited for, and in support of our friend. A new journey is unfolding, and his whole life is about to receive a well-deserved restoration. While we won't be with him to experience the metamorphosis firsthand, we pray for covering over his life, and wish him all the best.
Godspeed, EJ!
Good Night
