I hope this podcast doesn’t become short-lived (haven’t seen one in a couple of months) but even if it is, this one episode was worth all the efforts.

sevenmiles - I don’t like whining, so sometimes I avoid prayers that seem to me to be self-indulgent whining. I’m trying to learn that God wants me to cast All my cares upon Him, even those that seem trivial. I do try to frame my prayers in an optimistic, postive light. After all, if we go into prayer with a faith attitude, we should have the assurance that our prayer will be answered in the best way possible, even if that means more tough times. As I learned from experience, sometimes that means I’ll be navigating more pain for awhile. Maybe that’s why Roman 8:28 is so inspirational.

Sam - When your book goes audio, let me know. I’d love to be the reader for it.

Tony - “God allows what He hates, to accomplish what He loves.”

I’ll have to chew on that one for awhile, but I think I like it. It surely applies to sending His Son, in the most maximum way possible.

Thanks for the prayers, Tony. I really appreciate it. I don’t appreciate being identified with The Sound of Music. That’s almost as much of a stigma as being identified with Titanic, which inadvertently happened to me on the AP message board many moons ago. Unfortunately, honestly compels me to admit that I’m a fan of both movies. But I like football too, so don’t get wrong idea. Da-Bears.

Aaron - It’s always good to hear from you. On a personal note, thanks for the nice e-mail the other day. Keep playing your tunes, brother Aaron.

My pastor says often “God allows what He hates, to accomplish what He loves.” That little phrase has carried the day for those us he shepherds in our local faith community and beyond.

I loved the Caedmon’s Call reference. That line has always resonated with me too.

By the way, I have a map of the U.S. right in front of my desk in my office. I looked up just now and see that Nebraska is at the center of my gaze. As often as I remember, I’ll pray “God bless Curt!” — part homage to Julie Andrews (Sound of Music) and fully thankful for mirth and musings of “Movie Man” McLey.

Barliman,

This podcast is yet another excellent wrinkle to the overall Rabbit Room concept. You are truly a blessing to the Body of Christ. God bless you son.