Think About It

I have recently been reading a book about the two-sport Florida State University player, Charlie Ward. Ward came to Tallahassee from South Georgia as a promising football player, but made a more lasting impression as a basketball star. Even though he won a Heisman Trophy on the gridiron, he made his living for a decade as a point guard in the NBA. There are a lot of great things that could be said about Ward because of his talent, but it is his personality that sticks out to me. Almost everyone who watched him play commented on his calmness – especially during adversity. Again, just about everyone who knew him also talked about on his spiritual life and goodness as a person. It is good to read about someone who really was a good guy and finished first! We live in a time that seems to spotlight caustic characters. While these folks tend to draw attention to themselves, the people who exhibit consistent character are the true leaders. Let’s find them in our world and follow them