FROM THE PASTOR

In my 2nd game this week, I hit a sharp ground ball right at the 1st baseman who was playing a little deep. He was expecting the pitcher to cover first, but he wasn’t there in time. As I went tearing down the line (think turtle not hare), I knew it was going to be close. Having turned on the after burners (haha), my foot hit the bag a split second before him. I was safe, but the Umpire called me out! It was a terrible call.

So being the stalwart Christian that I am, just a bastion of patience and humility, I looked right at him, and with great compassion I said, “I’d like to challenge that call!” He said something like, “Aw, too bad.” I really don’t know what he said, I was too frustrated to even listen.
If you’re watching the World Series, notice how many times the Managers cover their ears. That means they want to challenge the call. It will happen many times, amazingly so because these are the top umpires in the world. Even so, they are still human.
The league I played in this week is still a league where you can’t challenge the umpire.

Colossians 3:15 basically says, “Let the peace of Christ be the Umpire in your hearts.” I never once won an argument with an umpire. So why in the world would I argue with the Ultimate Umpire? This is a great verse, especially when you’re facing difficult decisions. If you have time, sit with your decision, and go with what gives you the greatest peace in your heart.

Thank you for allowing me the opportunity to play in the 65+ World Series this past week. I’ve never been more sore in my whole life. Muscles hurt that I didn't even know I had. As of this writing, we qualified to play in the Championship Game to see who wins the World Series. I will let you know this Sunday morning.

We love you guys, be blessed!

Randy & Pam