Concluding with Class

Just heard that Tony Dungy is retiring from coaching the Colts. It is no secret that I am a dedicated Steeler fan. And just like the dad in the movie My Big Obnoxious Greek Wedding--or something like that-- who can take any word and share how it comes from a Greek oroot, Tony Dungy was once a Steeler... But I digress.

I have gotten to see this man quite a bit as the Colts are only 2 hours and 30 mins away from us. What a class act. Even in his retirement speech, the man is gracious to others and continueally referencing his relationship with the Lord. It just flows out of him.

I also read about President Bush leaving office. Again--from what I saw in action--a man of character. I am still not sure of some of his decisions, and some comments I heard about his view of the Bible were disappointing, but my point is that he could leave with anger, malice , self-centeredness. But that, as I recall, was the Previous President of the United States.

I hope that when I leave something--a job, an opportunity, a ministry--that I leave it in a way that is about others and that my character points to Christ. I am so impressed with Dungy that it cause the fact to pale by comparison that he was the first Black man to coach a team to a Super Bowl victory.

Maybe Tony will be willing to come speak at Momentum or Youth Emphasis Week. He lives out what he teaches and the entire press is confirming it.