I was at my seat in time for the National Anthem and a baseball game featuring a fireworks display following. National Anthem singers do have to audition but some slip through the cracks, or in this case, the music staff. It most definitely was the situation on that night. I\u2019m sure the singer\u2019s resume was filled with amateur contests entered but probably no mention of any 1st place finishes or even 2nd or 3rd place finishes. With a country twang and nasal voice that could have come from any rural area, this American Idol want-a-be started off key and never found it. The notes wobbled as the singer performed a personal rendition of \u201cThe Star Spangled Banner.\u201d I wanted to yell, \u201cJust sing it like it\u2019s written!\u201d but I kept my mouth shut. My ears were not so fortunate. In retrospect, the only thing that was on key that night was the fireworks that went off during \u201cbombs bursting in air.\u201d We\u2019ve all had nights like that. Peter messed-up three times and then was haunted by an on-key rooster (Matt. 26:69-75). So, put past failures behind you and try until you get it right. Then strive for excellence.<\/p>\n
Now join me in remembering the following global prayer requests:
\n\u2022 Pray for Karl and Julie as they settle back into Serbia after time in the U.S.
\n\u2022 Pray for Mary and her ministry among Russian Jews.
\n\u2022 Pray for Elise and Trey as they move into a new location in Zagreb, Croatia.
\n\u2022 Continue to pray for summer missionaries and summer mission teams.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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