Marvin Returns (part 3)

In which Marvin concludes his tale and reveals exactly why the pastor and Dolores hauled him into the church office. If you have not done so yet, first listen to Marvin Returns and Marvin Returns (part 2) to get the full story.

Comments

Jonathan said…

marvin...

that's some pastor you've got there. first he censors you, then he trys to buy you off. sounds to me like he's hiding something...maybe something about that dead evangelist. geez...i hate to sound skeptical, but this guy sounds like the kind of guy who could sell ice to eskimos. just ask yourself...what are you willing to sell yourself for...judas sold himself for 30 pieces of silver. are you selling yourself for a bag of cheap goodies and a spot on the "leadership" team?

j.

2:01 PM

Willie Hewes said…

Hi Marvin,

This story is starting to sound really weird. I'm really glad you're happy, but I think Jonathan above may have a point. What are you actually doing as a co-leader, just bringing the refreshments? How does that help you share the gospel?

I'm not saying you should be mercenary about your relationship with your church, but having a look at what the church gets out of you, and what you get out of the church, and where God's place in all of this is, could be worth your time.

(I'm sorry this is such a late reply, I've not had the time to listen. I will go listen to your next post now. Thanks!)

5:15 PM

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