Guess where I am!?

So, you've seen the image can you guess where I am at the moment? Yup, for the astute (and cultured) readers of this blog; that is the Sydney Opera house in the background. And, NO, this was not done in Photoshop!

I arrived in Sydney yesterday with my friends Dave and Julia from Bryanston Methodist Church (which is the Church where I preach on Sunday?s). The fact that I am here is truly an act of God?s grace, and the generosity of God?s people. Julia, who is one of our worship leaders at Bryanston, came to the Hillsong Conference last year. She was so encouraged, inspired and uplifted by the conference when she returned. As a result she encourage a few friends to come along this year. Dave was one of them. Then when our Church began the 40 days of community teaching series Dave and Julia approached me to say that they would like to bless me by arranging for me to go to the Conference this year. At first I said that I cannot go (even though I desperately wanted to), the offer just seemed too generous! I asked them to speak with the senior minister of the Church and to pray about it. About two weeks later they came along and said ?we?re booking for you to go!?

I was overwhelmed! These two friends had raised the money for my airfare, accommodation in Sydney, and the Conference attendance cost. I still cannot believe that people would be so generous and appreciative! Isn?t the body of Christ amazing!?

I will be attending the minister / pastors stream of the Conference! I am certain that there will be many inspiring and informative clergy based sessions. I am SO excited. Tomorrow we will make our way to Olympic Park in Sydney for the first of the official sessions.

Unfortunately internet access is not as readily available as I had hoped. However, there is an internet café nearby. So, as I have a chance to I will come along and put some thoughts, new insights, and ideas here. So look in from time to time.

Thanks SO much to Dave and Julia, and all of the generous and caring people at Bryanston Methodist Church, who have made this trip possible for me. It is sure to bring new energy, insight, and blessing into my devotion to Christ and service of the world!