I ONLY HAVE A MINUTE

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As I look over my Social Media posts, it seems the story of the week has to do with Gayle King’s controversial interview of Lisa Leslie regarding the legacy of Kobe Bryant.

This topic is so controversial, I will not go into the details here. I’m sure many of you have heard or seen the interview by now. In this forum, I do not labor to dwell on negative news, but rather, to use our current events to encourage and educate us as Church Leader’s Wives.

This event reminds me of a poem written by Dr. Benjamin E. Mays, a pioneering civil rights leader and a past president of Morehouse College. Two titles have been given to this poem, "God's Minute" and "Just a Minute." I’m not sure which one is correct, but both titles are fitting.

I only have a minute.

Sixty seconds in it.

Forced upon me, I did not choose it,

But I know that I must use it.

Give account if I abuse it.

Suffer, if I lose it.

Only a tiny little minute,

But eternity is in it.

How many times have we seen the devastating effect of words on the lives of men, women, and children? Too many to count.

In the Church, we, as wives, can be so overwhelmed, so distracted, that in the heat of the moment, we may speak a word that has unintentional consequences. “I’m sorry,” is the right thing to say, but the effect takes longer than a minute to live down.

Scripture is our weapon against the wiles of the devil. I offer you three passages here, but please don't be limited. May we search God's Word and saturate our tongues in His truth so that we live in peace, without regrets.

Ephesians 4:29 – Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.

Philippians 4:8 – Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.

1 Corinthians 13:1 – Though I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, and have not charity, I am become as sounding brass, or a tinkling cymbal.

Your words, your choice, your legacy, your minute. How will you spend it?

Prayer: Lord, may every word we speak glorify You and edify Your people. In the Matchless Name of Jesus. Amen

Pre-Game Strategy

Well, February 2, 2020 is Super Bowl LIV (Number 54).

As I observe families and friends preparing for the Big Game, which took a season to prepare for, I am mindful of how we, as Wives of Christian Leaders, prepare for our Big Game every week. I'm talking about our Sunday Worship Services.

In any given game, we live up to the Wife's Call by playing in different positions on the field to help the Quarterback, our husbands, reach the goal; safe delivery of the Gospel to our congregations.

Here are some positions I've played. (Please share with me your positions.)

Assistant Coach - Teaching and training the women and children in the Word.

Defense - This position prevents the opposing team from advancing. Satan tries every week, but we are vigilant to protect our husbands and the congregation from being devoured.

Offense - When you look onto the field, these players are the biggest, strongest ones and their work can win or lose the game. As wives, e block for husbands, who carry the ball faithfully every Sunday.

And sometimes we come out of the stands to be:

The Cheerleader - We give pep talks when our husbands are down. We inspire congregations to rise to the fullest potential. We sense when a player needs to be relieved, and we provide a safe place for those who may not have done so well today, hugging them and sending them back out, knowing that God will use even this for His glory.

Being a member of "Team Husband" has its challenges. Every successful game begins with a Pre-Game Strategy. Ours takes place every Saturday.

Bathing in prayer for her husband and the congregation
Preparation of the Game Uniform. Every thing is laid out for me the night before. Nothing messes up a spirit more than a wardrobe malfunction or a forgotten piece of equipment. LOL
Rest. Satan often will find our weak spot and blind side when we are not at optimal strength. Guard your rest time.
And I dare not leave out Sunday pre-service prep. Sunday mornings can create a rush like none other. Go into your personal "locker room" and have your personal worship time with the Lord.

As with any team member, the Wife must also be skilled in passing and rushing. The above strategies will grow you into a great receiver and an awesome team player.

Share with us your Pre-Game Strategies and Post-Game Successes.

Embrace and Accept the Call.

Lady Shirle Perkins

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