Tuesday, April 28, 2009

Family

This is my family. My daughters and my awesome wife. I am going to make a statement that I would render as fact. Here it goes...Behind the success of every husband is the greatness and support of his wife and kids. Think about it for a second. Real success can't be gained without support and hard work. Who wants to work hard when they're lacking support. On the flip side of that, who wants to support someone who doesn't work hard. My wife is amazing. She can do just about anything. If she had to, she could do it all. The reality is, I can't do it all, and without her my life would become a sinking ship. So, if you're wondering why you're not supported, put your work ethic in question. If you are not supporting, then ask yourself this, "Why not?" The challenge for families to today is to override the creativity of hollywood comedy and perversion, and call the husbands, wives, and children of the USA to stand out of the crowds as families who want to preserve the sanctity of marriage and diminish the divorce rate. We are to raise up children of good character and moral standing in a world that lacks integrity. Next time you watch a TV show that portrays the husband, or man, as a moron, affirm your husband. Make sure he knows you believe in him. When the wife, or a woman, of a TV show is considered clumsy or emotional, affirm her, she is strong. As families we can change the way the world views North Americans. I LOVE MY WIFE!

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

Real Significance

What is Real Significance? Most would define Real Significance by what is important to them personally. Others might argue that Real Significance is determined by history. Sure, both sides may be true to a degree. The past has laid a beautiful foundation for how we should live and when to make impact in a suffering world. Sometimes I wonder if we have so embrassed our past that we haven't any room to be open for today and the future. Real Significance should be defined by asking ourselves, "What impact can I make on others that will be important to them?" Within the church, so many people have opinions about this or that. I often sit back wondering how these concerns will impact our world? What Real Significance is there in these "concerns"? To be honest, I am so bothered by the appearance of neglected landscape. It communicates to me poor stewardship, lack of participation, and sometimes slow decay. Now, that is my opinion. Obviously, I am guilty of the same blindness as others. So, as I write this, I am, in my heart, wanting to be more focused on what is important in God's eyes. I want God to determine, for my life and ministry He has placed me in, Real Significance.