This guy's intensity reminds me of the Apostle Paul's singular focus and determination to know nothing save Jesus Christ, and him crucified (II Cor. 2:2). Indeed, though he was talking about running a race, these verses from I Corinthinans 9 seem to apply as well:
"Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an incorruptible.I therefore so run, not as uncertainly; so fight I, not as one that beateth the air: But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway." (I Cor. 9:24-27)
Brad,
ReplyDeleteThese are incredibly well done! I am so glad that I stumbled upon them. You should consider putting them into a book one day...in your free time :)
I am sorry that I did not get a card mailed to you and Cindy on the occasion of your ordination as Elder of the Chicigo Church. What a huge responsibility and incredible opportunity! I am encouraged about the future of our denomination just knowing that you will be "at the table." Please know how much we appreciate and support you and your family in this calling.
Phil 1:6, "Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ"
Glad to be your brother in Christ,
Randy Gasser