Building friendship and other stuff

Okay, after a bit of a sabbatical from blogging we are back and ready to roll. This post will be a bit random because I have a few things bouncing around in this head of mine.

• The election is almost over! Has anyone else felt that the campaigning has gone on way too long?
• ProjectOKC has been a part of some really cool things lately. A kid’s celebration in the heart of the Paseo & a fall festival in Grace Living Center for OKC’s urban core. Check out our Meetup group at www.meetup.com/projectokc to see how you can jump in and be a part.
• We are collecting lightly used clothing for a December 13th giveaway to some children in the Paseo & Mid-Town area. Email me for more information on where to drop off the clothing. (see the contact us link at the bottom of the page)

Just a brief final thought… Many times we connect with people thinking about how we can leverage the friendship to be beneficial for ourselves. Sometimes we start programs designed to help people but really the program was just started to get people to attend your church. I want all of us to practice loving unconditionally. Love people, connect with people and serve people, not because of what you get out of it though.

The love you show towards others builds bridges naturally in relationships. Sometimes, our own strategy interferes with God’s strategy. Take a break and enjoy the time it takes to grow great friendships!

-Rex Barrett
image via Ric e Ette