Hosting retreats has been challenging and rewarding as i have been continually faced with opportunities to minister to and encourage those around me as i attempt to create space and opportunities for people to grow. This has led me to play lots of broomball, lead skiing trips, teach about God, worship and pray with people, and have lots of conversations about what it means to live for Christ.
There are several things that i have grown to understand more. It is important to maintain an attitude of humility. It is hard to focus outward when you are tired. It is important to have to times of being still before the Lord in prayer. This is difficult when one becomes busy. Intentionality is key. You can be laid back and still be intentional, but you can't go with the flow. Being intentional is about always having a reason for everything you do and say in all circumstances. This is difficult to do from you one's own strength. It requires a continual dependence on Holy Spirit.
Some incredible things i've seen... I've seen several groups enter HoneyRock and leave transformed. I've seen many individuals come and leave changed. I've seen God working in people's hearts to do a new thing in their life. I've seen fresh snow. I've seen my first bald eagle and otter. I've seen community.
We have many more groups coming this weekend and next. Pray that we continue to press on and have fresh energy.
Blessings....
PS We built Quincy huts (like an igloo). Below is inside of one of them.
