What is your platform?

Written By Jed Davis, Aspen Group Project Developer

We recently hosted the Alignment 4 Conference in Naperville, IL. These conferences always stir much reflection and emotion from within myself as they're a tremendous reminder of our common thread, the Great Commission. An eclectic group of church leaders across ages, denominations, genders, locations, and races all wrestling with equipping and propelling the local church for impacting lives through the Gospel. It doesn't get much more compelling than this thread. A thread which resonates with the heart of Christ. 

In the end, the heart of Aspen Group is aligning these platforms and facilities. Allowing these leaders to boldly and confidently stand upon their platforms. Leaving lasting imprints upon their culture. Imprints of the love and sacrifice of our Savior. I'm thankful to play a small role in the overall picture of humanity and God. It's truly an honor. So, what are you reflecting upon this week? Be encouraged! Step up and walk upon the platform God has built for you. Your community is waiting.

I can't help but think of our unique callings. Our unique platforms the Lord has given to each. Platforms of ministries and missions within the communities we find ourselves. Platforms the others may never build or even see. I'm encouraged as these leaders ponder the relationships between their platforms and facilities. How does one cripple or support the other? What could be versus what is? And, what's my response or better yet my responsibility to these relationships?