Heroes

As I was growing up, like all little boys I had my heroes. They usually possessed super human strength or speed or some other ability that I dreamed of having. However, as I have "grown -up" (which some say is debatable) my view of what makes a hero has changed greatly. I would like to take the time this week to share with you a little bit about a hero of mine.

I meet my hero about 18 years ago when I started to college. From the first time we meet he and I have developed what I would call a life-long friendship. On several occasions we have spent time sharing with one another about life and ministry. As well as many fun times. I guess if I were truly honest I would have to say he has become a mentor of mine.

For the past year and a half I have observed as this faithful Christ follower has endured struggles that I cannot imagine any individual facing. It seems as though this man and his family has been through more trials in the past 3 years than many will face in a lifetime. Yet I have not seen him waiver in his faith. After losing his wife to cancer approximately 3 years ago. Just yesterday his 12 year old daughter passed away after her near 2 year battle with cancer. Yet from what I know, about he and his family, they will continue to lean on God while glorifying and praising the Savior.

I wish you could meet my hero, I know that if you were able to spend some time with him you also would be blessed. I can say this, my relationship with him during my college years and still to this day has a great impact on where I am today. Gary Brittain, you will always be a friend, mentor and "hero" to me.

Thank you for your testimony to how great our God is.