Ocean City, New Jersey

We spent the weekend in Ocean City, NJ. The city was founded by Methodist ministers who had a vision for a christian community that would be untainted by the world. They chose this spot because of the seperation from the mainland and the natural beauty that surrounds it.

One of our goals for this weekend was to build relationships with friends and spouses without the everyday distractions that come from work, children, etc. It was a great weekend of talking, eating, laughing and enjoying friends.

I heard a song today that captured some of the things the Lord was doing in my heart as I watched the power and beauty of the ocean.

I hope you never loose your sense of wonder. You get your fill to eat but always keep that hunger. May you never take one single breath for granted. God forbid love'll ever leave you emty-handed. I hope you still feel small when you stand beside the ocean. Whenever one door closes I hope one more opens.
Promise me that you'll give faith a fighting chance. And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance... I hope you dance, I hope you dance I hope you never fear those mountains in the distance. Never settle for the path with least resistance. Livin' lively takin' chances, they're worth takin' Loving might be a mistake but it's worth makin Don't let some healthin' heart leave you bitter. When you come close to coming out reconsider. Give the heavens above more that just a passing glance And when you get the choice to sit it out or dance... I hope you dance.