It was just a few days ago that the National Association of Christian Financial Consultants (NACFC) held their annual meeting in Orlando, Fl.  One of our featured guests was Pat Boone, and as he sang some of his million record hits from the 50’s and 60’s, I realized that half the room was singing along while the younger half of the room was saying what kind of music is this?  It had words you could hear and pronounce there was a melody; and there was our hero from the fifties with white shoes and a pink sports jacket making the years disappear.

The conference was also highlighted by music from internationally acclaimed violinist Maurice Sklar and Floridian singer Debbie Hart who inspired everyone with their talents.  But it was not all fun and games.  Several financial advisors from the NACFC have been realigning their practices with the guidelines from a program called “Biblical Entrepreneurship”.  What a delight to hear from all of the people who wish to bring their practice into a place where they plan from day one to be in conformation with Biblical principles. This also resounded with a sense of love for their clients. 

Despite some tragedies that prevented some speakers from attending, those who were able to be part of the 12th annual NACFC conference left with a great feeling of moving closer to the Lord in their walk and in their work.  Even if you were not there, I would urge all of my MMM readers to visit Pat Boone’s website and see how the Lord is using him in incredible ways.  He is The Ambassador for Tourism for the country of Israel and actively offers insights to that government on the hopes and dreams of American travelers there.  You might even wish to go with Pat and his family on future trips, including the Holy Land, and you can view information about that atwww.patboone.com.  I would also highly recommend the DVD available on this same site saluting our troops entitled, “For My Country: The History of the National Guard”.

I believe God is calling all of us to be on the ready for such a time as we are living.  The world’s definitions for success and happiness in things and glory fade faster than yesterday’s headlines.  In fact, notice how quickly even financial news seems to get discounted before the end of the day and often is forgotten a week later.  I hope my pain from the Cav’s season disappears as fast!  Doesn’t it make you wonder how a book like the Bible has survived so long despite all the critics and attempts to debase it?  Maybe God did have something to do with that… and God’s book has “love letters” that will not be wiped out by every wave that breaks.

Matthew 20:32-34 (NIV) “Jesus stopped and called them. ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ ‘Lord’, they answered, ‘We want our sight’. Jesus had compassion on them and touched their eyes. Immediately they received their sight and followed him.” 

Monday Morning Message Sent 5/17/10

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