The guys’ final varsity basketball game did not finish with a win, but it was an exciting game.  I would like to quote a blog from KSN, 

“There is a large following here in Hutchinson from the
Lodge. The student section is the biggest yet, all decked
out in purple gear and orange hard hats. I like that.”

If you attended the game, you know this quote is true.  The ML fans were numerous and, indeed, purple.  It was fun just to see how excited people were for our teens and our community.  The game was close the entire way as we tried to close the five to ten point gap.  I will try not to be biased, but I was excited to see Zack go for a quick and slick lay-up that ended up in an attempted three point play that showed Collegiate that we had come to play and that they could not expect an easy win.

The thrill of the game is something that seems innate here in Medicine Lodge.  People change work schedules and make special plans so that they don’t miss the game.  I enjoy seeing people paint their faces, getting hyped to see their friends play the best they can.  I am not the kind of person to shout and jump, myself, but I do love to see others get excited and encourage those who are playing their best.

Seeing all of this reminds me of what it is like to go to be a part of a church family – united in the strong desire to shout and cheer about what God has done.    I love to see teens who understand the love and grace that God has shown to each of us and that change their schedules and make special plans so that they can go and celebrate with others who also love God.  This is a celebration out of Love, not a weekly meeting that we have to go to.  I want to leave you with a quote and with an encouragement.  Keep seeking God and maybe one day you will find yourself at a church singing, learning and growing as you celebrate what God has done for you.

Psalm 150:1-6

Praise the Lord!

Praise God in his sanctuary;
praise him in his mighty heaven!
Praise him for his mighty works;
praise his unequaled greatness!
Praise him with a blast of the ram’s horn;
praise him with the lyre and harp!
Praise him with the tambourine and dancing;
praise him with strings and flutes!
Praise him with a clash of cymbals;
praise him with loud clanging cymbals.

Let everything that breathes sing praises to the Lord!

Praise the Lord!

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