Fred Dallas

Isn't it amazing how easily we pass off what God has called us to do to those we think are more gifted? I've not had the training. I don't have the personal charisma. I'm too old? I'm too young. What becomes obvious in God's word is that he's chosen to use ordinary individuals to accomplish extraordinary tasks. Jesus didn't go to the synagogue, the jewish schools, or the places of religious learning to find those that would eventually change the world and deliver a message that would bring peace to troubled souls, give hope to those who have given up, or to offer forgiveness to those plagued and weighed down by the realization of our sin. They were simple men, fishermen, tax collectors, and a political zealot. They were emotional even ambitious. What becomes evident is their desire to share not just their story but His Story. The idea was not to gather men and women for the purpose of being 'better, cleaner, nor holier' but to inspire th

Lord, we stand here as a desperate people, hungry for the things of you. Come quiet the storms that rage all around us so that we hear the passion that beats through your heart. Spirit put healing in our hands, put life in our words, and drive a passion for the lost deep in the hearts of us, your people. Inhabit the praise of us, your children, and father send us out with a reckless passion. Deliver us from evil and set a standard of unity to break down walls and to heal your people. Unity is the cry of your church. Lord, reconcile the children to the fathers and with love, forgiveness, and mercy rush through the hearts of our land. We cry out our deep need for you Jesus, O God, come in power and bring Glory to your NAME. Amen.