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I am married to the best woman in the world and she's way out of my league. Way to go, me. I love being the father of our little boy, Romey. We were blessed with him on July 8, 2010. My daughter, Paisley Joy, brings me so much joy. She joined our family on July 23, 2012. We also have a dog, Sasha, our Shiba Pug. I wear many hats as a music pastor while Courtney works as a music teacher in Kettering. Life is Good!!

Wednesday, June 8, 2011

My Counselor

The last couple of days, I've spent my mornings running. During these runs, I've had the opportunity to listen to Francis Chan's "Forgotten God." As I've been listening, I've been convicted of how I take for granted the Holy Spirit. While I realize the Holy Spirit is with me, I don't think I realize the gift that is here with me. When Jesus said another Counselor is coming to take His place, I should recognize the significance of that statement. If Jesus, in the human form, says it's better to have the Holy Spirit than to have Him here on earth, then I really am not taking full advantage of the Spirit's role in my life. I have the privilege of allowing the Spirit to govern my life and to guide me, and Jesus says it's better than having Him here in the flesh. So, what am I missing? Obviously, I don't realize the greatness that I have counseling me. I know I don't take advantage of that opportunity. God has provided me with someone who can give advice and direction, and I know it comes in perfect truth. No other advisor in the world can make such a bold statement. And, this Counselor is God and was sent to dwell in me. Yet, with that opportunity afforded to me, I still have somehow missed this along the way. I've missed it because I'm stubborn and want to rely on my own strengths and gifts instead of seeking help. It's my humanity that always gets in the way, and ultimately, my pride. Until I learn to die to self, I'll never learn how experience the Holy Spirit in the way God has planned for me. I'm trying to learn. I'm trying to do better. I must be more intentional about this on a daily basis.

- Just my thoughts...

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