Posted on Jan 7, 2016
Which Bible character do you most identify with, and why?
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There are many characters in the Bible who through many different backgrounds accomplished great things. What I like most about them is that they weren't all endowed with supernatural powers - most of them were everyday people without wealth or status - much like us. Yet they followed their divine calling and did things that were beyond their wildest dreams.
I identify most with the disciple Peter. Obviously he was a Sailor (lol). While he accomplished some phenomenal things - he didn't start out that way. Initially he was rambunctious, spoke his mind, and was the only disciple who was rebuked by Jesus. He later went on and denied the Lord three times before he was crucified.
In my own life I tend to be rambunctious at times but thankfully life experiences, faith, and wisdom have toned it down. When I was younger I didn't care what people thought - I spoke my mind and it was years before I saw as a leader what that made me look like. Once I developed a people-centered approach to leadership I began to make an impact in others. When you get into a position of authority, you work less for a boss and more for the people you lead. While it is a hard job and presents many challenges - leadership was my best experiences in the Navy. There is no greater joy than to watch your subordinates grow and develop. Before I retired I had several of those young leaders put on Chief Petty Officer - a major milestone for them. You can't buy that feeling anywhere. I'm not bragging on me - they were hungry and jumped at the challenges before them - I was simply there to ensure they had the tools they needed to grow.
Peter's blunder was foretold to him but his stubborn pride denied it. His restoration was one of the more profound scriptures to me. John 21:15-22, he was asked three times if he loved Jesus. It was as if he was getting three chances to undo his blunder just a few weeks before.
Peter was one of the founding Apostles of the early church and credited by the Catholic Church as being the first Pope. Amazing what happened in the life of this simple fisherman...
Who do you identify most with, and why?
I identify most with the disciple Peter. Obviously he was a Sailor (lol). While he accomplished some phenomenal things - he didn't start out that way. Initially he was rambunctious, spoke his mind, and was the only disciple who was rebuked by Jesus. He later went on and denied the Lord three times before he was crucified.
In my own life I tend to be rambunctious at times but thankfully life experiences, faith, and wisdom have toned it down. When I was younger I didn't care what people thought - I spoke my mind and it was years before I saw as a leader what that made me look like. Once I developed a people-centered approach to leadership I began to make an impact in others. When you get into a position of authority, you work less for a boss and more for the people you lead. While it is a hard job and presents many challenges - leadership was my best experiences in the Navy. There is no greater joy than to watch your subordinates grow and develop. Before I retired I had several of those young leaders put on Chief Petty Officer - a major milestone for them. You can't buy that feeling anywhere. I'm not bragging on me - they were hungry and jumped at the challenges before them - I was simply there to ensure they had the tools they needed to grow.
Peter's blunder was foretold to him but his stubborn pride denied it. His restoration was one of the more profound scriptures to me. John 21:15-22, he was asked three times if he loved Jesus. It was as if he was getting three chances to undo his blunder just a few weeks before.
Peter was one of the founding Apostles of the early church and credited by the Catholic Church as being the first Pope. Amazing what happened in the life of this simple fisherman...
Who do you identify most with, and why?
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David because of his ups and downs in life including betrayal by people he loved and his growth in the Lord despite and in fact because of his challenges. His record of experiences recorded in the psalms gives each of us hope.
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SCPO Charles Thomas "Tom" Canterbury
I enjoy the Psalms. We really get a glimpse into the life of David with the troubles and trials he faced.
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Paul, the apostle, because of the 180 degree change in my life following my encounter with Christ.
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