Where Will You Throw Your Stone?

When I first heard of Frank Gifford’s death, I was scrolling through my Facebook feed.

The news of his passing came through a friend’s link. I have to admit, I really didn’t know much about this man—the New York Giants football/broadcaster legend—though, of course, I knew who he was.

While I was growing up, my father often spoke about Gifford and his athleticism on the field.

By the time I was born, Gifford had traded football for sports commentating—something that he obviously excelled at.

Now, Frank Gifford’s wife—the fun, perky Kathie Lee—I’d followed since her Name That Tune days and on to Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee. I liked her. She seemed like the girl next door—down-to-earth, unpretentious, and someone I’d like to share a cup of coffee and conversation with.

Well, over the years, life has grown busy as it so often does and I rarely watch television anymore. Sometimes, I’ll turn on the news or an old movie classic, but I just don’t have the time or inclination to stay tethered to the T.V. (A lot of the content is depressing and not family friendly. And—I’m a writer so I’d rather write.)

This week, another link piqued my interest.

This one via Today on Twitter. (This is Kathie Lee’s beautiful memorial to her husband—a man who wasn’t perfect and not without failings, yet a man who grew in his faith and loved the Lord.)

I think I’ve listened to this eight minute clip half a dozen or so times now. Hands down, it’s one of the most memorable tributes I’ve ever heard.

 

I jotted down key takeaways (things I wanted to consider and come back to):

 

• His world got smaller as His God got bigger.

 

• Frank asked Jesus into his heart. He may have strayed from his faith, but his faith never left him.

 

• He knew every sin was forgiven. He knew he would be with the Lord. Forgiveness, grace, and hope are the foundation of our Christian faith…

 

• A trip to the Holy Land changed his life. (Kathie Lee referenced the young shepherd boy, David, and the miracle of a single stone used to kill the giant, Goliath.)

 

• Where are you going to throw your stone for the kingdom of God?

 

• What legacy will you leave?

 

• Ask yourself… “What is MY stone? What’s my gift? How can I make this world a better place?”

 

• Then… Throw your stone. Throw it well and transform this hurting world.

 

Please take time to watch this outstanding tribute. You’ll be so glad you did.

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