Boston

Flag at Rowes Wharf

This blog is more for me than anything. I love Boston, it's my favorite city and after the events of today I just need to get some thoughts off my mind. If you are so inclined, read on and see my ramblings on Boston.

Anyone who knows me knows I love Boston. I love the city, the culture, the people, the food and of course the Red Sox. The events of today grieve me for the city that I love. I’m clear across the country but my heart is, as it is many days, in Boston. As soon as I got to work this morning I opened my MLB app and listened to the Red Sox game as I worked. After the win I switched to the WEEI (Boston sports talk) for the post-game show. I was only partially listening as I was working on a new ad I need to get out. It was a while before I realized there were talking about a breaking tragedy. Once I realized what happened I was pissed. I've never lived in Boston but it is my city. It felt like a sucker punch to the gut.               

                                                                   

It's hard to see but this is the 2012 Boston Marathon winner just past the finish line.

As I watched the video of the blast going off at the finish line I noticed a couple of things that impressed me. Right away many people rushed to toward the blast site and began doing anything they could to help those who were injured. In the face of tragedy, Bostonians stepped up. I also noticed a well organized response and that the majority of people stayed calm and got to work

As my heart aches for Boston I'm confident in this, Jesus heart also breaks over this senseless tragedy. I pray that Jesus comforts this town. I pray the Holy Spirit moves in this city and that what was intended for evil is used for God's glory. 

Last year at this time I was in Boston standing in 90 degree heat at the finish line of the Boston Marathon. It was a beautiful day. While I was last there I visited City on a Hill Church. I'm confident that Pastor Bland Mason and his team will be at the forefront of helping Boston heal. Here are some pictures of my trip a year ago.