Devotional
Self-Deliverance (Do or Do Not)
‘They’ call it silly season in the motorsports world. It’s the time of year when there are many uncertainties in how, who, what or when things will happen in drag racing. Yup, tons of movement and even more none movement in our sport these days. It really is hard to figure out where things are going with all the craziness we are seeing with the various associations and promoters we work with.
A Shoe Salesman
As I look back over the last 16 years as a Christ follower, I’m realizing how much my beliefs and views of our Lord has changed. As a young follower, my ideas of a model believer, worshiper and pastor were defined by man. Those beliefs have been dramatically changed as I’ve read His word, listen to the messages of many godly men and followed His leading for my life.
Is Perception Reality?
Many years ago I heard Bishop TD Jakes talking about mountain top experiences and what you can expect after you’ve been there. He said, and I paraphrase, “When the Lord leads you to a mountaintop experience, there will always be a fresh devil waiting at the bottom of the hill to steal your joy.” If I had a nickel for every time this happened…yes, the enemy will always try to steal your joy, ALWAYS!
A Good Good Father
I’m reminded this morning that not only is He the God of the universe, but He is a Father who loves us beyond anything we can comprehend. Spend a few minutes this morning worshiping Him!
Struggling in the Dog Days
Phil 3:14 ‘I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.’
It’s hot, humid and buggy in the racing business in the late summer and early fall. It seems like it rains more often which puts everyone on edge…the racers, promoters, track operators and media crews small and large. I have found when the bone-weary days hit, we must be on high alert against the attacks of the enemy. It’s easy to become discouraged when you’re tired, it’s late at night and you have to much time to ponder the motives of those around you which are usually nothing more than a figment of your imagination.
Business as Ministry
Today is a day for us to shine in our business like never before. Not because we do not bring our best every time we do our job, but because the enemy is sending his minions to try and kill, crush and destroy us. I have no need to get into any specifics because they simply do not matter. Today we will be the light of Christ on our world through our actions.
Waiting On God
I wrote my original post on this topic 2 years ago today. As I explained in the devotional, the work He is doing in me was far from complete. It continues today and has gotten more intense as we navigate the waters of life and business. I have found I am required to be more generous in forgiveness, extend more grace, demonstrate more patience and show unconditional love like never before. More of Him and less of me. Am I making progress, yes, still many miles to go before we are done.
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