On April 28, I went on a quick roadtrip to my alma mater about 4 hours away to say farewell to a friend. No, he didn't pass away or anything like that, but he was leaving a ministry in which he had invested 19 years of his life. And I am honored to be part of that. His name is Dan. He's a father of three and a faithful and devoted husband. To me, he is a spiritual mentor of sorts. I have never been part of his Bible studies, but I just watched his example from a distance. He handled his relationships with students and his gift of teaching as if God personally gave them to his care. And he did. He was and still is an example of integrity, devotion, and service to a God he loves and loves to teach and talk about. Dan is leaving the campus ministry to pursue more of his gifts. Most importantly, Dan is leaving a legacy of care and compassion and a brazen love for Jesus to those he invested in. Thanks, Dan.
So, I too, want to leave such things behind. I don't know how but the Lord will lead me. Perhaps I'll still forget things and leave things involuntarily. In God's work, I hope to forget myself and leave His legacy voluntarily.
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| This is Dan in his silly graduation gown making his farewell speech. Thanks again, Dan-O! |
