The Ultimate Chief

A Direct Order from the Ultimate Fire Chief:

God has been so good. I woke up this morning with a deep feeling of thankfulness. Wallace and Fluetta, my two zebra finches, were singing away. The snow is falling and it brings me a bit of serenity and reminds me that God created seasons for us to enjoy. It's hard sometimes to recognize that the weather and seasons have parallels to our lives; sometimes it's hot and we have to find the comfort of a big tree--or air-conditioning; sometimes it's sunny and 70; sometimes it's cold and rainy; sometimes its windy and dangerous. Being content in all situations is my ultimate goal. This is easier said than done. I'm a man of many goals and driven with passion for the things that are placed on my heart. This causes some inner-conflict when things don't go as planned; however, when I'm reminded of the big picture in life, I find that it's better to go along with the changes and ask one question. Most people think we should ask "Why?" It's my goal to always ask "What?" What do I learn from the situation I find myself in? What is God trying to say about me, or my life? What should my next step be? I have two deeply rooted desires: to preach and firefight. Although I do both now, I sense that God is calling me to the next level of obedience. One thing about God is that He never lets us get comfortable. If you or I get comfortable in our faith, we are in great danger. I have been hearing from the Lord lately about changing my focus from 80% firefighting and 20% preaching, to 80% preaching and 20% firefighting. Some of this is due to my current circumstances, but ultimately this is something I have foreseen for over a year. God continually adjusts my desires to fit His needs. It's my job to listen and surrender my life to Him; in doing so, I will still firefight 80/20 but the difference is the fire that He is calling me to fight. God speaks of an eternal fire after the day of judgment. This is the fire that really matters. Although fighting physical fire is more of an excitement...and adrenaline rush, that fire can be put out by other brave men and women. I must never forget that God has called me to always, and everywhere I go, fight the eternal fire--the fire that has the power to kill the soul. Will you fight with me?