Winston Churchill addressed the House of Commons after the devastating loss of Tobruk to Gen. Rommel during World War II. After listening to days of criticism and the demands for retribution of the military leadership, Churchill said this... I cannot pretend to form a judgment upon what has happened in this battle. I like commanders on land and sea and in the air to feel that between them and all forms of public criticism the Government stands like a strong bulkhead. They ought to have a fair chance, and more than one chance. Men make mistakes and learn from their mistakes…you will not get generals to run risks unless they feel they have behind them a strong government. I find special meaning in these words as they point logically to another, ultimate authority. Our Savior, Jesus Christ, is our strong bulkhead. With Him in our hearts, we have the freedom to be ourselves and are no longer subject to fear and anxiety. When our relationship is on sound footing, we are able to live bold lives in His service. If He calls us to a task, we know that He will equip us for it and that He will remain faithful to us. We can risk being ridiculed or rejected and always know that our ultimate authority accepts us. Our strong bulkhead will not be moved. Listen as Pastor Mark talks about our relationship with Jesus and how He acts as our bulkhead and how Jesus never shies away from those difficult conversations.
Posted on: Sun, 06 Apr 2014 21:11:29 +0000
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