Disruptions
Disruptions in life come in all shapes and colors. Through unusual weather, schedule stress, and air travel uncertainty, disruptions have been real in the lives of millions of Americans. We have experienced some of it ourselves.
Disruptions make us aware of the joy of normalcy. Sometimes when we are living in the normal rut of our schedule and lives, we dream about how a challenge or disruption may help us. Then, when disruptions come, it becomes apparent that the normalcy of life is not bad, but good. It is where we are comfortable, safe, and secure.
Disruptions challenge us to flexibility. There are times when disruptions come and we have absolutely no control over the outcome. We can make a few decisions here and there that may alter things, but in reality, our alterations have little effect at all. Therefore, we are forced into flexibility. When this happens, we just shake our head and say, “Whatever.” For me, when I know I have no control in the situation, I look to the One who does. Yes, our Sovereign Ruling King, Jesus Christ. This is where peace and comfort overrules all else in my life.
Disruptions point us to our need for the Lord. When those mild to severe disruptions come into our lives, we are moved to think of the Lord and our desperate need for Him. Today, all over America, retailers, businesses, corporations, organizations, and churches are concerned with how the inclement weather will affect the financial outcome of what is normally their greatest month of the year. While these concerns are real, I want to challenge us to look to the Lord.
Jesus said,
“Let not your hearts be troubled.” (John 14:1)
“Therefore, I tell you, do not be anxious about your life…” (Matthew 6:25)
“But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33)
“Therefore, do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.” (Matthew 6:34)
Yours for the Great Commission,
Ronnie W. Floyd
Dr. Ronnie Floyd is the President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.
A Pastor and His Children
A pastor must do all he can do to have a good relationship with his children. Through the years, this seems to always be a topic of conversation when talking with pastors. My wife is a “Preacher’s Kid” and understands the pressure of growing up in a pastor’s home, and now what it is like to be married to a pastor. Therefore, we worked very hard as a team to capture the hearts of our children for the Lord, the gospel, and for our family.
In November, we hosted the Annual Meeting of the Arkansas Baptist State Convention. They requested that we conduct an authentic and transparent conversation of my relationship with our two sons. I hope you will sit back for a few minutes and laugh with us, grow with us, and share our conversation together. Be sure you share it with others. Thanks for taking a few minutes to watch it.
Dr. Ronnie Floyd is the President & CEO of the Southern Baptist Convention Executive Committee.