Category Archives: Christian Living

The Point-man

“One generation shall praise thy works to another, and shall declare thy mighty acts. “– (Psalm 145:4)

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Point man

Have you ever been on a team? It could be any sports team or fine arts. Everyone on that team has a position. A certain individual responsibility to the team and the position. In my short athletic experience (high school) I watched offensive linemen during practice that could throw and catch like they were our starting receivers and quarterbacks. These guys could be quarterbacks or receivers but, these guys were responsible for holding the line. They were responsible for creating a hedge of protection around the one that was selected. They were in charge of protecting the quarterback so the quarterback could have those precious moments to get rid of the football in hopes of scoring and winning the game before being stopped by an angry defense.
Likewise, the church has people that are vital. These men and women are designed and custom fitted to handle their positions. Some work in the foreground and others three in the background; all will be seen by almighty God. All will have the King’s attention. Think about that for a moment.
We captivate our heavenly Father when we serve our brothers and sisters to which He calls us His family. When we share what Jesus has done in our lives or even share with someone the saving knowledge of Christ. Jesus stands at the right hand of the father as your number one fan.
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I beleve God is seeking out the Point Man. Men who regardless of the opposition choose to go directly into the enemy’s strongholds searching to neutralize enemy threats and bring hope to the imprisoned. Who are the ones locked up? It’s our children.
Our children are the ones who suffer from our misguidance. This includes us (me included) who are home but not connected. Of course we can justify why we work long hours and how we are not home regularly although it is when we arrive in the driveway and that moment from the engine shutting off and you getting out of the vehicle can seem like an eternity. Don’t check out of the best years of your life parent. I implore you to know your children. Invest into your children even grandchildren.
“Children born to a young man are like sharp arrows in a warrior’s hands.” – (Psalms 127:4)
Growing up during the 80’s I was an A-team fan however, I watched a few episodes of MacGyver. Where the main character of the story was industrious. He could whip up something out of menial items. MacGyver had a knack of making things work; to the natural eye it was a paperclip, but to MacGyver? It was a weapon of mass destruction. I am not saying our children are objects. In the hands of God seeking warriors, our children can be weapons against the enemy of this dark world who is desperate to steal their God given rights.
We as fathers literally guide our children to their God given destination. It takes patience. I have a son and for now I am taller than him. There will come a time where he will be taller than me. I point to him as the future of our family’s legacy. He points to me as his example of living it out. Where are you directing your children?

Better Luck Next Time

So I woke up early on my day off to participate in a motorcycle safety riders course.  I had this idea that when I reached the next rank I would buy my motorcycle. I thought of it like a graduation gift to

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myself.
Reality hit me with a big bat of

What If

I have never ridden a motorcycle before. Furthermore, would I want to ride one if I learned how? So off I went. I arrived at the class and learned! As a leader you may have to get out and do something new, especially if you want a different result. Try, even if it may flop, but never be afraid to venture. It is what keeps us going. I believe our Heavenly Father has created us and his DNA can be seen in people every day. This is your moment to unlock your true potential! The potential that God releases over your life for the purposes he has already destined. Venture out!!!
And that’s what I did. I went to the basic riders course. Let me tell you I had a great time. The instructors were very patient with us and I learned the basics. I was given a bike and I was “cool” with my helmet and boots. It was great. Did I pass? No, I didn’t. I didn’t pass because the instructors felt I needed more time with the motorcycle. I agree with them whole heartily…it was my first ride ever. Sometimes we just need to realize we need a little bit more experience.  That’s okay. Remember John Mark (Acts 15:36-41)? Well, Paul and Barnabas had a disagreement about his ability to minister help at one point because Mark had abandoned them before…he needed some more experience. Then, later in Luke 4:11 Paul sends for Mark because he would be very helpful to Paul for the ministry. He flopped before! He flopped in a way that would seem big to us…to the point of running out on his team, but did God count him out? NO, he gave him another opportunity.  You my friend may have flopped before, but don’t stop venturing out…you may have better luck next time!

Friday Focus: Serve in love

Serve in love…

No one enjoys having a cold sore- because they hurt, and whoever you speak to does not listen to anything you say because they are fixated on “that thing” on your lip. At least that is what we may perceive. So what do cold sores have to do with serving? Well let me take you on a trip. My son is such an awesome young man! I love him for who he is and who God is making him to be. This weeks focus is on serving with love. Anyway, he wanted a drink of my beverage, but I had a cold sore and my wife shouted “don’t use his straw! Look, Daddy has an ouchie on his lip!” To my surprise my son grabbed my cheeks, looked at my sore, then looked at me straight in the eye and says “I don’t see an ouchie, I see my daddy and I love him.”
I was expecting to hear an “ewe that’s gross”. He did what I believe our focus should be this week when we serve in our ministries or jobs. We should serve with love. Serving with love is not weakness. Serving in love is like, on the eve of your betrayal after dinner you grab a towel and basin to wash your students feet. Serving in love is waiting for the master to just say the word for your daughter to be healed. Serving in love is helping a victim even to the point where your’re paying for his expenses while others have passed him by.
Serving in love is healing the hurts, loving them through it, like Jesus.

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