Prior to the MASTERS last Sunday, I watched a show about Phil Michelson (AKA Lefty).
I've watched Phil play golf for over 20 years, and I always thought he was a lefty...period.
No, he is right handed. However, as he learned to play the game of golf at an early age, he literally faced his daddy and imitated his game. Since, he was facing him, he actually performed these skills left-handed! AMAZING!
Does this ever have spiritual parallel! As Christians, we should model God. If we face our Heavenly Father, or Abba, we can imitate his game of life! What's more, since the Father sent us a model in His Son, we can watch Him. As we study his words and actions, we can model them. Now, that is easier said than done, due to the fact we have 3 main enemies:
1. Our carnal nature
2. The Devil
3. The World
So.......in Jeremiah 29:13 (NASB), God says: You will seek Me and find Me when you search for Me with all your heart. I am getting this image of Phil facing his earthly father, and doing every move just like Daddy. Hmmmm How can I do that as a Christian?
1. Pray honestly.
2. Read the Bible.
3. Go to Worship.
4. Receive God's love. (It will change U.)
5. Listen.
6. Do the same golf swing. OK...Be Obedient!
Honestly, I need help! Well, Phil sure had to practice. It wasn't just a one time facing his father and imitating thing. We all are in the same boat, so we can go out to the range (out to eat & fellowship). Or, we can get up a foursome and play 18 (Go to Sunday school or small group). Hey, let's get in a tournament!! (Go help others!!)
In conclusion, I am going to segue to another parallel. This is not original, but it's a good-un!
Much as the moon reflects the light of the sun to help brighten the darkness of night, we, as Christians, must reflect the light of the Son to shine His light in to a dark world!
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