I have been attending a new church for the past few months. I have to admit I feel a little guilty, like I am being unfaithful and cheating on the church I currently belong to. Don't get me wrong, I love my old church: the congregation is large and diverse, the pastor is humorous and full of incredible wisdom, the ministries are supportive and loving... so why am I thinking of making a move?
I believe that God has a plan for me and change is a part of it. Although it is expected and often good, I have always found change to be uncomfortable - so I avoid it. God is challenging my complacency by leading me to this new place of worship. He is giving me exciting things to think about, opportunities for growth in faith and reliance in him.
The fact that God is in control and has a specific path for me becomes more and more apparent as I go through the process of deciding where to worship. Guilt, doubt and insecurity continually pop up. I have become consumed with self-centered questions: "Did I do enough for my church? Will they be mad at me if I leave? How will they be able to continue the level of care without me? Will they forget me?" and especially "Will they still like me?"
I have come to realize that it is not all about me. If what I am doing aligns with where God is leading me, I can't go wrong. The church will do just fine without me - the congregation is large and diverse, someone else will step in and do the work that I have been doing. I have used my God given gifts to further his message in ways that are unique to my abilities. I have done my best to be the salt and the light, to uplift those in need and support the church's vision and mission. God loves me, values me and appreciates the work I have done. Now he has something new in mind and I get to discover what it is. Get over yourself, Coventry! Get ready for something big. Now that you are finally out of the way, God can really get to work.
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