2.3.09

Being an example for Christ is hard to do. It is a constant battle we face each day. We need to set the example in this world. One coach always told me to never say, "Let's Go," to teammates, but he always told me to say, "Watch Me." This might sound conceited, but if you think about it, it is just what we want to say. We want to be the example and show the right way. In 2 Kings 9-10, there is a story of Jehu, commander of the army and King of Israel, who fulfills God's prophecy and slays hundreds of men as he followed what the Lord told him. I would encourage you to read these two chapters and see how God used the tenacious Jehu. Jehu was the only northern King who was ever anointed by God and was ever spoken positively about. He was a wonderful example in the Old Testament. It is interesting to point out the name Jehu and how close it is to the perfect example of JESUS. In 2 Kings 10:15, he says, "give me your hand." Jehu grabbed a mans hand and lifted him into his chariot. This is very significant and there is emphasis on giving another man your hand. When a man grabs another mans hand it is significant just like when one meets another person you grab and shake their hand. The story of Jehu ends and he fulfills the God's prophecy and yet he was so focused on fulfilling God's prophecy he still continued to worship other gods at the end of the story. It is hard to keep focused but easy to lose it as well. So, be a leader reach out your hand and grab on to those around you and bring them along. Have a wonderful long Tuesday! There is snow all over the ground in VA and it is so pretty outside!