Bright Future

All our dreams can come true…if we have the courage to pursue them. — Walt Disney

Today is a big day for three of my favorite guys. Looking at the future through their eyes I can’t help but be encouraged.

Tyler is engaged to my grand daughter. Today he graduates from LSU. Ok, so it’s not Florida, but still a pretty impressive accomplishment. It hasn’t been easy for Tyler and he has reached this milestone in spite of some pretty tough obstacles.  Most importantly He recognizes this is a beginning and is not even taking a deep breath to celebrate this accomplishment. His enthusiasm and energy are awesome. His love and willingness to fight for Jessie and Kaydence are impressive. I can’t help love those who love the ones I love. He already has a great job before graduating. It’s just a question of time before he’s running that company. Congratulations Tyler and thanks.

Nicky, my grandson, has a solo performance in today’s Christmas program at school. It’s tough growing up without your dad. I have tried to help out in this regard, but I know it’s not the same. Nicky is as bright and enthusiastic as Tyler. He always has an encouraging word and a gift of insight. He has stepped up and taken on a challenging part in today’s production and I am excited to think about watching him today. Even more I am excited about watching him tackle life ahead. Congratulations Nicky and “break a leg.”

Jason Miller is the pastor of my church. He’s been in that role for months, but today he is finally moving from Denham Springs to Acadiana. In the brief period he has been the Pastor of Amana Christian Fellowship, he has shown enthusiasm and a gift for plain speaking sermons. The future is very bright at Amana. Congratulations Pastor Jason. I’m glad to call you “Pastor.”

God surrounds us with people to encourage and lead us forward. These three guys are all quite a bit younger than I am, but I am inspired and encouraged by their lives and their attack on problems and their promising futures.

Thank you Lord for all of them and bless their every endeavor. 

Hanging around with the young, keeps you young.

Be blessed.

Nick