nyc.3 sunday in the city without my friend

The plan was to take the train from the upper west side to the upper east side. I was feeling lazy this particular early morning. On my way to the train I decided to walk across the park. 

As I walked,
I thought of you. 

(I notice more with you, I find)

One of my favorite coffee shops closed down. I didn't know where to go and eat after church. I asked for a recommendation and instead i received an invitation! Lunch followed by an afternoon of adventure with new people...I love how God interrupts my plans. (sometimes) 

As I enjoyed the company

of new friends,

doing life with them,

laughing,

I thought it would be nice

for you to be the familiar

part of the experience.

I was invited to a prayer group before the Redeemer open forum. The forum was exhilarating. My hero is Tim Keller. 

As I listened to the music,
I sensed the Spirit
dancing,
swirling
around and in
the bodies of
the sons and daughters of our King.

I wanted the skeptical to know Him. 

I imagined you 

would cry
with me
for
the flailing ones
who don't yet know
the One who loves
sacrificially.

i missed you today.

that's all.