Look, I'm not afraid to admit it...I love Rocky! I love Rock's common-man wisdom and draw strenght from it.
In the past year, I've drawn strength from one scene in Rocky Balboa (a.k.a. Rocky VI). Rocky challenges his son to get some courage and quit being rapt in what others think about him or his dad's desire to fight at 60 years of age. With a father's perception, Rocky understands his son's heart--he's insecure. You've got to check it out!
God also understands how insecurity paralyzes leaders. Knowing that Joshua needed a boost of courage after the death of Moses, his mentor, God spoke into his young, inexperienced heart. "Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their forefathers to give them. Be strong and very courageous. Be careful to obey all the law my servant Moses gave you; do not turn from it to teh right or to the left, that you may be successful whereever you go" (Joshua 1:6-8).
If you are fighting some insecurities, draw some strength from God...and, if necessary, from Rocky too.
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Tuesday, August 5, 2008
Monday, July 21, 2008
An Urgent Message for Men Who Have Influence
You've got to take 5 1/2 minutes of your life and watch "Slow Fade"... a music video by Casting Crowns. It's impact could be life changing for you and those you care about.
Slow Fade is not about male-patterned baldness. It's about thinking through our choices before we make them. The song will remind you that the choices we make at any given moment have consequences, both short-term and long-term, that can either bring blessing or tragedy upon us and those we care about.
Watch it for the wife who calls you "husband," the children who call you "dad," the athletes who call you "coach," the parents who call you "son" or "daughter," the congregation who calls you "pastor," the employees who call you "boss," and the host of others who call you "friend."
Satan is out to destroy every one of us, including those around us. Hey, I'm not paranoid. I am just realistic.
So check this out. If it strikes a chord in you and you would like to talk, I'd be honored to connect asap. I'll listen and I'll pray.
Slow Fade is not about male-patterned baldness. It's about thinking through our choices before we make them. The song will remind you that the choices we make at any given moment have consequences, both short-term and long-term, that can either bring blessing or tragedy upon us and those we care about.
Watch it for the wife who calls you "husband," the children who call you "dad," the athletes who call you "coach," the parents who call you "son" or "daughter," the congregation who calls you "pastor," the employees who call you "boss," and the host of others who call you "friend."
Satan is out to destroy every one of us, including those around us. Hey, I'm not paranoid. I am just realistic.
So check this out. If it strikes a chord in you and you would like to talk, I'd be honored to connect asap. I'll listen and I'll pray.
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