Five Years

Little did I know when I stood up

Lego Hero Factory figure in hand

My Bible open and my notes beside

That this would be it

I thought I knew what God was doing

I thought I knew what God should do

I was wrong

On both counts

Knowing I’m in the right place now

Doesn’t make the loss any smaller

I miss preaching

I miss teaching

But Jesus is still here

In the middle of my struggles

I am not alone

I am not alone

My primary identity is not

Invested in a paid ministry role

Or a title of respect

Or time behind a pulpit

I am a child of God

I am a minister of the Gospel

In my office cubical

Or playing a board game

Jesus is still here

In the midst of my questions

I am not alone

I am not alone 

The last time I preached a sermon was Feb. 10, 2013 at Easton Presbyterian Church.