Well, we already know that Redwood Kids can be done without Ray, but today we learned that it can even be done without Suzanne. I taught the story today, and as I arrived at the church I realized–as a panicky grade five kid greeted me with the observation that Ray, Suzanne, Nikki, and even Greg wouldn’t be around–the irony of the situation and message I would be teaching.
The theme of this Sunday was, “Trust in God.” What better way to apply what you’re teaching than by doing it–believe that God could make Redwood Kids happen this morning despite the lack of key people, especially Suzanne. 
Other than teaching I also kind of led worship. I became Suzanne this morning; I was tempted to wear her name tag as a joke. I also had a strange feeling this morning, I felt like being a leader and taking charge during the worship practice. It was the first time I felt that at Redwood Kids, me spiritual leader. I held back a little, mainly because I’m not the type of person to step all over someone when it comes to leadership, but I knew that if I had the role, I could do it. And it would be fun.
Leading worship felt like taking me out of my comfort zone, but it’s an awesome thing to do. All of a sudden, that passion, the relationship you have with God, which you kept all bottled up inside, is suddenly shared intimately with a group of people.
Anyway, I’m happy today. I served God. I did what he wanted me to do. I pleased him. I wasn’t afraid. I trusted. Even after a rough week, God helped me pull it together. I think this week was suppose to teach me to step out a lot more in my faith than I ever have in my life. Leave my comfort zone. Trust God.
It’s time I become a baby in a basket floating down a river.
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