What's the Point...

...so recently, on a tour of a famous Saint Louis landmark, some friends and I were loitering around the back of the tour and came to an aspect of the tour that was photo worthy. We knew this because there was a sign that said "Photo Opportunity." We thought it was funny, so I took a picture by the sign, rather than the actual object.

Why? Because I think I am hilarious and ironic. 

However, several days later, I went to caption that picture, and I had no idea how to caption it, because I couldn't remember what we were actually supposed to be taking a picture of - completely missing the point of that stop on the tour. Is this a big deal? 

No, mostly because the tour had free beer at the end, so I think it was intended for us not to remember. However, missing the point is a microcosm of my life story. 

Here is the thing: all too often, because of arrogance, a lack of humility, going too fast, distraction, or a cornucopia of other reasons, I often miss the point of events in my life, and miss the point of who God is calling me to be. Sometimes I am way off, other times, just slightly. These writings are a compilation of stories, thoughts on faith, community and attempts to follow Jesus where the point has been missed. 

The 'point' of these writings (get it? 'the point'? - man, I AM hilarious) is hopefully to provide some sort of cathartic release for the writer, but also so that we can all learn and take steps to hitting the mark. 

...glad you are here for the journey.