From this day forward I want you to know. First and foremost, that I will constantly seek to BE the FATHER that you need me to be. That I will not allow job or circumstance to keep me from being emotionally available. That I will not allow alcohol or addictive habits to dull my senses so that I CAN be available. That you can call on me around the clock, no matter what, no matter where. That I will never be in a situation that is more important than your welfare.

Good Prayer for Men and Future Men. By Darrin Patrick, which I heartily recommend to any current or future pastor. In the book Darrin tells about a prayer that he says with his boys every night. It is a simple but powerful prayer that we would all do well to incorporate into our lives. God, make me a man with thick skin and a soft heart. Make me a man who is tough and tender. Make me tough so I can handle life. Make me tender so I can love people. God, make me a man.

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Tuesday, October 11, 2011. Reaching new heights by His grace. And in that swirling whirlwind. I like how universities seem to leave all the REALLY difficult work for third year and then spring it on you all at once. Not that I am complaining.