DAY 27: "Why Trace Crossing is so Special" by George Vinson

DAY TWENTY-SEVEN: "Why Trace Crossing is so Special" by George Vinson

George Vinson here, writing from the Nashville area. You may or may not know me, but I'm the guitar player that gets to come play at Trace Crossings every now and again. When Kevin Williams invited me to contribute an entry to this blog, I was both honored and excited. I've known K. Williams for many, many years and we are fast friends. And I have been a fan of the 'other Kevin' since serving with him at the Church at Brook Hills.

Two years of the Trace... wow. I have followed your journey since Day One and have had the privilege of being with you folks in worship several times. From the first time way back in the Hancock Building, to recent services in your current home, I have always felt Holy Spirit's presence and have seen firsthand how God is moving in your Faith Family.

I have often wondered what makes Trace Crossing so special. As a traveling musician, I get to play at all sorts of fellowships... big Baptist boxes, small 100-seaters, churches in homes, churches in Jesus-Domes... heck, I've even played churches from Japan to the Middle East and points between. I know and believe that God's presence in there in all of those places, from the promise that where two or more believers are gathered, He's there in their midst.

But I have run across a few places that just seem extra special. And The Church at Trace Crossing is one of those for me.

So what makes it special? Is it your two Kevins? Both incredibly gifted and anointed men for sure. Is it the story of how your church was born? Maybe it's the fact that you have eschewed a traditional approach to worship and facilities. I'm almost certain that it could be the musicians you allow to join you from time to time (lol).

As much as all those things are important, I think what makes TC so special might possibly be the concept of 'many people... one passion'. Not that a clever catch-phrase a cool church makes. On the contrary; clever and cool never brought new life to a dying soul.

No... the more I think about it, what makes Trace Crossing so special is you!

Before I wrote this blog, I went and read all the journal entries. I was amazed by the stories of grace, mercy, love, forgiveness, and all the words and prayers that point back to the author and finisher of our faith, Jesus Christ. These stories represent God's hand truly at work. It's great that you have gifted and inspired leadership, and that God has blessed you with tools and resources. But that special quality I sense every time I'm with you is the fact you are committed to Christ... to follow His commands... to live out His story for all to see.

So congrats on the two years... you're now a toddler! I pray that as you grow, you keep your sight firmly set on the Father. Don't try to be anything other than what you are today... 'many people... with one passion'.

My prayer for Trace Crossing:
So thank God for His marvelous love,
for His miracle mercy to the children He loves.
Lift high your praises when the people assemble,
shout Hallelujah when the elders meet!
Psalm 107: 31-32 (The Message)

George Vinson
Thompson’s Station, TN