Day 22: Titus 2:6-7
Titus 2: 6-7: “….encourage the young men to be self controlled. In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned….”
Today would have been my Uncle Charles’ 101st birthday. Uncle Charles was a bachelor all his life, living with his parents (my grandparents). As a young boy, I had the joyous privilege to visit them in the summers at their country place, exploring in the woods, fishing and swimming in the creek, and taking care of the animals. Every morning after breakfast, the four of us would have a time of devotion from a book similar to The Upper Room. Uncle Charles would read the scripture passage, message, and lead the prayer. On Saturdays, he and I would go to the Lutheran church about two miles away and clean the church. He also kept the large cemetery in good condition during the summer months. The thing he did the best was ring the bell from the balcony every Sunday service (he even let me ring it once!). My uncle set a spiritual example for me to follow like Paul did for Titus. As I continue my spiritual journey, the traditions given to me by Uncle Charles and others throughout my life serve to enrich my faith day by day. During this Lenten season, we would do well to remember the examples set by those who have come this way before us.
Beloved Father of our Lord and Savior, help us to follow the example of Jesus every day. Thank You for the Holy Spirit who helps us along the way to be an example for Your people. Amen.
Contributed by Mike
