Good morning all. God is good all the time, all the time God is good. TOO BLESSED TO BE STRESSED! Jesu Jevu!
I talked about slowing down in yesterdays thoughts. Today, who am I
that God would use me? I am not anybody and besides, who would listen
to me? God uses us all in different ways. We have to keep the faith,
believe in Jesus, and continue on.
In 1936 a group of
rag-tag middle class and blue collar boys attended the University of
Washington and formed a rowing team. They were not considered varsity,
even though they could beat the varsity team. Rowing, then as now, was
considered a sport for the elite, an Ivy League Sport. But these young
men mustered together, formed a team of rowers and did not let criticism
or unbelief alter there efforts.
They tried out for the
Olympics and won the right to represent the USA in the 1936 Olympics in
Berlin. Now, track and field was dominated by America; however, out of
6 races on the water the Germans had won 5 golds and 1 silver. Coming
into this rowing event Italy and Germany were favored to take top
honors.
The team faced many adversities and coming into the 2000
meter remaining mark were in 5th place. They increased their rowing
stroke and when all was said and done they won by 1/2 second in front of
Italy and 1 second ahead of Germany. This rag-tag team from Washington
University had succeeded to do what they set out to do: WIN A GOLD
MEDAL!
We, you and I should do the same as we are facing a
strong, dauntless foe who believes he can win the final race. Remember
what Jesus did after his crucifixion and burial when he returned to the
disciples. Read this a moment:
John 20: 18 Mary Magdalene came and told the disciples that she had seen the Lord, and that he had spoken these things unto her. 19 Then
the same day at evening, being the first day of the week, when the
doors were shut where the disciples were assembled for fear of the Jews,
came Jesus and stood in the midst, and saith unto them, Peace be unto
you.
20 And when he had so said, he shewed unto them his hands and his side. Then were the disciples glad, when they saw the Lord.
21 Then said Jesus to them again, Peace be unto you: as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you.
22 And when he had said this, he breathed on them, and saith unto them, Receive ye the Holy Ghost:
The disciples were "assembled for fear of the Jews" and Jesus came to
them. Notice, and put your name in here. Jesus said: Peace be unto you
as my Father hath sent me, even so send I you, (name)Johnny. Then,
listen, THEN HE BREATHED ON THEM AND SAID-----(put your name in here)
Johnny, receive ye the Holy Ghost.
Wow! Just as the rowers, just as the disciples, we must not worry
about what the world says and does, but go forth with the word of Jesus
Christ, knowing the Holy Ghost is our constant companion. HOW GREAT IS
THAT!?!?
Also, remember, God breathed life into the nostrils of man back in Genesis. How powerful is just the breath of God? Wow!
I do hope I tied this all together enough so that you can understand
the idea I am trying to convey. Don't give up, Jesus, God, the Holy
Ghost is on your side; better than having Nationwide on your side for
sure. Love you all.
Soli Deo Gloria
Johnny
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