Few Words – Many Lessons

If I end up in a nursing home, I want to lead a bible study. Max Lucado

When I read Max’s words yesterday, they summarized for me so many thoughts I have been having lately. 

1. It’s all about service. Max is a really smart guy, but it’s not about what he knows, it’s about what he does. He has written a ton of books, leads a church, blesses the body. We are so tempted to judge our Christian experience by how we are blessed instead of how we bless. Some of us think Christianity is a school of thought. Although we can always learn more, at some point we need to put it into practice. 

2. Our obligation to serve never ends. He isn’t looking forward to a “rest” home. He intends to serve just as long as he is able. 

3. Fewer words are best. Max has written a lot. I have always enjoyed his books. They are short, readable and convey a simple message. His one sentence above is a great example.

4. We don’t know the end of the story. Max begins his thought with “if.” We really don’t know what  lies ahead. I don’t like to think I’ll end up in a nursing home, but the odds are, like most of us, I will. We shouldn’t spend too much time planning for what we will do later. We should focus on doing something now. When the future arrives, we just keep putting one foot in front of the other. The walk doesn’t end, ’til it does.

5. We have a SALT meeting tonight at Amana. We start at 6. If you are over 50 your invited. Bring a dish if you can, don’t worry if you can’t. There is always plenty of food. Come hungry, but come  with service on your mind. 

Be blessed.

Nick