A few weeks ago I was in a conversation with my oldest son. It was your normal subject amongst us, sports, well baseball. Those who really know me and know I am a die hard Atlanta Braves fan. After a great season they were eliminated in the first round of the playoffs by the Dodgers. Frustrated at that fact and being a passionate fan, I was very upset. I said " Man I hate the Dodgers!". Cedric said "Dad I understand you love sports, but why hate any sports team." He went on to say he tries not to say he hates any team. Why waste energy on hating them. Well he has a strong point. As a Christian we shouldn't hate, anything. I try to be a good example to my kids and sometimes I find my actions aren't always good. It took this point he made to me for me to see that. Its funny that we spend so much time trying to teach our kids things and sometimes they teach us lessons. Cedric came into my life when I was young and I have grown up with him. He has grown into a fine young man and he endures a lot in his life. More then most 16 almost 17 year olds should have to, but it seems like kids have to now a days. The point I'm trying to make is that sometimes we learn lessons from unexpected places. I'm sure he didn't think anything about what he was saying to me, but I took it to heart. Some people know it all or claim they do, I will be the first to tell you I don't. So when someone comes along with advice or an opinion, listen. Maybe you can learn something or apply it to your life. It could make your life better or help you make someone else's life better. Don't shrug it off, think about it. Cedric is wise sometimes, and I'm hoping he uses that wisdom for the better.
Proverbs 1:7 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.
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