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TALLY BOOK |
Famous Last Words “Hey Larry, I fixed …” |
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At the Ranch, we partnered together to impact children and young people from 18 states and many from our own region. 62% were from a distance of 75 miles or less. That’s good as we desire wholeheartedly to be a blessing to our neighbors. |
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LEGACY I DIRECTORS AWARD presented to D.J. Buseman of Canistota, SD, Adrianna Otte of Frederic, WI and Emilie Hamilton of Rapid City, SD |
LEAGACY II DIRECTORS AWARD given to Chelsea Davis of Castle Rock,
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| “Why?”
It is one of those questions that generally requires more of us than we
are willing to give. Perhaps that explains the fear and turmoil of parent
teen relationships. To recognize authority and to honor it does not
eliminate true open discussion to the matter of why. As a parent and one
in leadership, there are many times when I must stand unmoved. “Why”
may not be the most pertinent question at the immediate moment; however,
it may be a very relevant question to address, especially if we do not
know the answer. And can that be? History proclaims the sad commentary of
the many that held to a position without asking why. Consider what
Christopher Columbus accomplished. Consider the turn of events when Martin
Luther nailed his 95 theses to the Wittenberg door. Consider Boston Harbor
or Tiananmen Square. Good examples of actions that produced results,
because someone went beyond just asking why, but also were willing to find
answers.
“Why” has often been equated with rebellion. Historically and humanly speaking and much too often this has been the case. Biblically speaking, rebellion is not a righteous act; however, complacency and acceptance are not always acceptable either. Our ponderings of “why” must not come from selfish motives but should be stirred in hopes of positive and holy results. Can this be done? In a relationship founded in love, sacrifice and earnest desire for growth, one should be able to ask “why” with confidence and hope of growing stronger in fellowship and union. The challenge is to not be caught up by foolish and empty questions as the Bible warns us of arguing with a mocker, but to realize and respect the God-given position that each of us maintain. For example, a parent and a child; the parent is to be the recipient of honor and obedience. The child is to receive love and direction. The Bible outlines quite well the position of those we come into contact with, and thus we must use that absolute to determine our responses to one another. We must carefully come into each situation with serious desire to adhere to Godly principles. LBR
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