…happened to me this week.
Peak Performance went live for its 1st over night. And it was uhhmazing. I wish you could see my face. No hype here.
Allow me to share highlights:
- The conversations. It was crazy how quick we resonated with each other and started developing inside jokes. Picture a kneeled preacher holding an offering plate to the sky…nah…you had to be there.
- The teamwork. Adam Lehman did his usual fantastic job of connecting and helped record some of our moments. (The best ones could never be captured. You just have to be there.) And oh-my-dang Tim McLeroy pulled out the stops in serving the group. A leader of leaders and yet he mastered the kitchen so our dining was a seamless part of the experience. Also, Discovery Church is part of the team. They appreciate my passion and I feel their support.
- The freedom of the truth. God is real. He loves us. And wants us to experience a secure identity in Him. He knows what we need and He’s ready to give it. I never get tired of helping people figure out who they are from what they do. There is no greater reality than a secure identity in Christ.
People I feel sorry for:
- Anybody that wasn’t there. There is nothing like experiencing the most important paradigm shift ever. And to share in the experiences of others while it happens for them causes disdain for the way most skim life.
- Those that believe the best ministry is done from a distance. The deepest transformation is relational. Too many leaders with an insecure identity have modeled brokenness.
- Those that came to the retreats when they were only 1 day. Having 2 nights was a game changer.
- Those that spend money on ministry conferences that hype and don’t transform. I just made some friends for life. We do the sessions together then we laugh over meals. Heaven I tell you.
I though I’d share from my journal a bit (actually, it’s Brad’s journal). I was scarred that the transformation that we experienced would either dissipate or be too hard to hold onto. But I woke up this morning with a peace and calmness I have never felt. I was able to love my kids differently, love my wife differently, and somehow, patience was at the root. I didn’t need to prove or scramble or grovel anymore. So in my quiet time, this is what came from the Spirit as I tried to get with Jesus to understand deeper the link between the physical drive/urge that I felt in my chest for the old way, and the filling that he brings (I found it hard to make that link and maybe it was hard for others and this will help):
Son, There is no one like you. I love talking and joking with you. You are so creative and your passion to lead… just changes people. Bud (I was seeing God as my earthy dad – it helped to have a face I knew), my heart beats fast seeing you with your kids and being musical and teaching. Oh… when you love… I explode with joy over you. It overflows! And so YOU overflow. The energy and joy and drive you have to love comes from the overflow of MY heart when I am with you. And so the things you feel strongly – sex, gently loving your children, the peace and calmness – that is from the overwhelming heart in me for you. Be in that joy and it will never fade. It’s your choice. Start there each day
Hope some of you can relate. Thanks again Chris for getting me there.
Real cool Tucker. Real cool!
Tucker…wow! Thanks for sharing bro. That is fantastic honesty, awareness, and growth. Way to go man, way to go. Much more to come.
Nice Tucker
Awesome stuff Tucker! I’ve felt the same way. I was wondering how the truth that I’ve gain this weekend would hold outside of the safety of that space. But Jesus has reaffirmed who I am over and over. I’ve experienced unbelievable joy and peace in the midst of overwhelming/stressful circumstances (even only 2 days after the retreat!) when I place my identity in the heart of the One who loves me more than I know.
I wish everyone I know can know their secure identity…it changes everything!
Tucker, I can’t believe you read Brads journal! He might have to come at you with his light saber.
Proud of you brother. The trip wasn’t a mountaintop experience, it was a foundation overall. The best is yet to come. Almost as good as the pizza in Chicago!
You guys are getting me uber psyched. So great to hear. I’ll get you guys an email with contact info.
I could also get a copy of Brad’s journal to everyone. Ok with you Brad?
I read Tuckers and it was kind of boring…although I did like the illustrations.
bahahaha!
Just so we are clear (People Magazine) is offering me a substantial amount of money for my journal. But I will tell you if the price is right we can negotiate the details.
I need a like button
Ha! Brad I already sold it to tmz. Put some of my illustrations in there.
I miss you guys. The other day I did something stupid and saw Brad’s dad glare in my mind.