Following a passion

Sunday I spoke at homecoming in one of our churches. It's a small church with a lot of older members. Their music style is southern gospel. What is unique about this church is a ministry they have been doing for years. Each Sunday, the pastor holds services at a truck stop in Montgomery. Some days, nobody shows up. On other days there might be five or six. Regardless, he shows up every Sunday to share the gospel with those who are willing to come. Occasionally, a member accompanies him there. What I like about this is that the church is willing to do something to engage people outside the church building. None of those who participate in the service at the truck stop is likely to ever attend or join this church. Nevertheless, the ministry goes forward, and the focus is outward on the Kingdom of God, not inward on the church members or the church organization. Are there other things this church could do. Sure, and I hope they will discover some new venues that may enhance the vitality of their congergation. Now, however, I celebrate what they are doing and thank God for their effort.