I heard an interview with Ernie Banks on NPR recently. He was talking about his career and life. He spoke about the first time he walked onto Wrigley Field and how he knew: that was where he was supposed to be.
He shared that he understood Mr. Wrigley had an apartment in the park and Mr. Banks really wanted to talk him about the possibilty of living in it so he could spend more time there.
And then he shared one of his secrets to success. To realize the job is very important, but not so important.
I think I am beginning to understand. In as much as Ernie Banks is one of the most beloved baseball icons of all time, he found out the relative unimportance of baseball by pursuing its importance at the highest level.
A contradiction.
To realize that what we do isn't so important, we have to become the best at it.
Is there anything to learn about ministry from a bygone ball player?
Its not sour grapes. And its not throwing in the towel.
More like sweet fruit? Reaching for the brass ring?
Where is it for us?
What is it for us?
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