Many have asked me what the purpose of the Rescue Response Team (RRT) videos. The answer is quite simple; community. Having been with an active SAR team for many years and associated with others for as long, it struck me that are a ton of stories to be told; some from the technicians and members of the team, and others from the patient or injured person themselves.

My core heart is to see transformation in the hearts of men and women all over the world. Transformation of our hearts, our culture… our lives. Jesus said the Truth will set you free. Serving and transformation go hand in hand. Changing lives only occur when our lives our put on the firing line of community with others. A perfect example of this is a Search-and-Rescue team.

I put my vision out there and spoke with a friend of mine (Eli Pyke of Zion Pictures) and the same hope of freedom was heard from him. Thus, the first project of hope began and the Rescue Response Team had it’s first call out. The bulk of the projects are given to the members of RRT, to have them place their heart, emotions and energies out there. Matt, the Team Leader, is perfect example of strength, honor and service. This is why he is Team Leader, respect and honor is given him, because he whole heartedly gives to others without asking for anything in return.

True community that expects transformation, must give first. This giving must cost them something; a sacrifice if you will. Putting the patient first must mean everything else done from that point on is to serve that one person. A community of service is not one person or idea, but many working together to perform and give blessings. Yes, a leader is needed, but only as far as to cultivate the makings of a vision and that vision is performed by many. Narcissism has no place in community.

I wanted the heart and sound of service; thus communication, patient treatment, rigging for the rescue and transporting of the patient for medical help is all part of the scope. Music, light, angles, and sometimes… the quietness of just listening to the wind through the trees are enough to tell the tale. Love, Light and Melody.

I hope this helps. In short, God transforms our lives, but He needs vessels of clay, willing to perform tasks others are not willing to do. Thus, the projects are “dedicated to everyone who risks their lives to rescue those in need”. And this my friends, can be anywhere and everywhere; inspire and implement solutions.

Lance

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