This past week I had the privilege of sitting at the feet of Ray Ortlund in Nashville. Ray is a hero of mine who oozes love and grace. He dropped wisdom-nuggets all day — it was like drinking out of a fire hose!
For what it’s worth, here are some of my takeaways from our time together:
Time doesn’t heal wounds, Jesus does.
“Live dangerously and give your heart away.”
You will be present with people in their memories.
If you want to know the mind of Christ, look at the Old Testament.
A broken-hearted man in process can preach Christ crucified with authority.
Wallpaper your reality with Scripture (i.e. post verses on your bathroom mirror).
You matter to God more than the ministry. You are not just a cog in His wheel.
“Christianity is for people who are bad at Christianity!”
Christ has welcomed you. He doesn’t just tolerate you.
What holds a larger church together is trust.
People are attracted to humble leaders.
Don’t let anything take the heart out of you!