Not Without You

A Great View From Here

By Scott Anderson, Executive Pastor

Last week, over 2,000 people experienced The View From Here. You never know how things are going to land…

People were seated on the stage, and looking out toward the worship seats.

Three people's stories of life change were projected into the auditorium, with spotlights highlighting the importance of a person in a seat.

Story-telling is a big part of what we do at Eagle Brook, and we’ve got no shortage of stories, either.  This place is filled with people whose lives have been transformed by Christ, and about 2,000 of invested Eagle Brookers seized the opportunity to share in the life-stories of a few of them last week (November 2-6).  As one who helped to birth the idea of the View From Here event, I was amazed by two things once it all came to life over the span of five days and ten sessions.

First, I’m in awe of the talent that God has brought together here at Eagle Brook.  Many of the technical geniuses that work here could make a lot more money in a secular job, but they willingly share the skills and talents they have been blessed with so that we can experience God in a more impactful way.  We start the process with a kernel of an idea and they take it and make it something that will be talked about for years to come – I am so thankful for the opportunities we get because of the people who work with us! I love how their work can bring the connection alive.

Second, I was amazed at the level of engagement and ownership that people exhibited after the sessions.  I know that people in general love Eagle Brook, enjoy its programs, and love to part of something beyond themselves – I get that.  Walking out of the rooms over those ten sessions, though,  were people who were ready to be a greater part of it, more than they have in the past, or even more than they ever thought possible.  I’ve had numerous conversations since the events with people who were prayerfully yet excitedly choosing to go out on a limb for the possibility of reaching people they may never personally meet or know.  Do you know how unusual that is?  Do you know how unique that is?  I do.

Pastor Bob asked the people at the event to be the ones to lead the way for the rest of the congregation. He asked them to make their 3-year commitments by November 16 so we could inspire the rest to participate in what God is doing by Commitment Weekend: November 21/22. If you were challenged, or if you are reading this and feel ready to lead the way, you can make your pledge online right here. We’re asking God to surprise us with his goodness, and I really think he will–through YOU.

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