who's your Caddy

The game of golf is very fascinating. Most of us have either played the game, or enjoy watching it on television. And, if you really think about it, you can make the argument that the game of golf and life are very similar in many respects. It's to that end that I would like to make the following analogy.

   As you step onto the fairway of life, look at it as a tough 543 yard par 5 with fairway bunkers on the left at 276 yards and on the right at 285 yards; The rough is really thick and water is on the left starting at about 305 yards and wraps all the way around to behind the green. The green is elevated and is guarded by deep front side traps.

   By the way, this is the 18th hole and you have to make par to be a winner.

   Yes, before you teed off you knew you must avoid those obstacles and hazards if you were going to make par. And your caddy is key because he knows this course like the back of his hand.

   Life is very similar to this 18th hole. It will have its share of rough places, traps and hazards. However, you can have victory over these snares in life with Jesus Christ as your caddy. Trust him for the right club and yardage advice and how to read the green.

   The pros who are sugccessful in golf stay focused. Likewise, to be successful and victorious in life it is critical that you stay focused and follow God's word.

   Let's go! It's tee time!