I decided to escape the social pressures of New Hope today, and instead i went to the lantern church. What a pleasant change of scenery it was too. The message was about understanding God's grace. I loved it and i couldent have come away any more satisfied. What i realised through out the service is that ive been putting too much pressure on the people around me. I need to understand the difference between what people are capable of doing throught God and what God is capable of doing. I've expected the people around me to be forgiving of me and to show grace. I assume that they have unconditional patience and love but the fact of the matter is, only God can offer that. It hurts to know that, and to experience the rejection but it is so unbelievably comforting to know that God will never reject me for the mistakes i have made and will make.
What a week it has been.
I have had some good times. -Went to Banff thursday after a good work out
-Friday ,had a long work day on the roof (most of which i was apparently being a "storm cloud") but after went to the Stampeders game (lost 47:20) and then consoled a close friend who just split from a 3 year relationship. A late night to say the least
-Saturday went to Sylvan lake. I was dragged out there but glad i went. Saturday night went to a party and was able to see some old time friends
-Today i may take Abu to Riley park.
-Tomorow is another day
Still lovin the new book.