my STORY: ed kingma

Role
Elder

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How did you get involved?
To be a disciple and follower of Jesus Christ, and to be a disciple to others in any way that is needed in their life.


Best part of your role?
As a "Partner" at Crossroads, to be the hands and feet of Christ to anyone I meet.  As an Elder at Crossroads, to provide leadership under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and to again be an example of Christ in support of the staff and our church body.

Faith Story or Passion:
In addition to my previously submitted Faith Story (see home page), my passion is to be used by God where ever He leads me.  This past year (2007) has been an incredible year of growth for me.  From the first Men's Retreat, my mentorship with Chip Yeomans, my involvement with Tony and Jenn in prayer for, and the eventual birth and ongoing work of the Stockbridge Boiler Room, and now my acceptance and appointment as an elder at Crossroads, God has been stretching me and working on me to engage in his Kingdom Work.  My roles as a husband, father, employer, and friend to others have all benefited from a renewed Spirit within me.  My requirement of God is to serve!

Favorite Color(s):
Maize & Blue -- The only true colors on earth!  GO BLUE!!

Your favorite place on earth?
Hawaii - hands down!  Give me the opportunity, and I would be there in a heartbeat!

Makes you laugh?
My wife.  Nancy and I laugh all the time.  Life can be hilarious.  God does indeed have a sense of humor!

Makes you cry?
Seeing how God transforms lives -- including my own.  I am not ashamed to have tears run down my face at our retreats, at church, or anywhere God and the Spirit are moving in lives!