Today I mourn the passing of a great man of God, Zig Ziglar. He was the patriarch of the self development and positive attitude movements. Zig, who had spoken so many times heart to heart with Jesus got to see Him face to face on November 28th
If you ever heard Zig by tape, CD, YouTube or MP3, you know that he had a distinctive voice and style. It took getting use to but was comforting after a while.
.As I reflect on Zig’s life I think of three key concepts- Faith…family…future.
He had deep faith that controlled all he was and did. He taught Sunday School for years in the Dallas area. He sowed seeds of the Word of God in hearts of generations for many years.
Family was foundational for him as well. Just two days before he died he and his wife celebrated their 66th wedding anniversary! He wrote a book about the death of one his children called “Confession of a Grieving Christian.” He had balance. Zig did not see everything as sunshine but understood one best saw the light against a dark background. He trusted God’s heart when he could not see His hand.
Finally, Zig was committed to the future. He encouraged people to plan their future. He told people set their visions and dreams and put them on paper. Perhaps worse than living an unexamined life is to live one unplanned. Our motto should be if the Lord is willing we will do this and that, and at least have a plan and path to pursue.
If God wants to change you , He certainly can
Just ask the Apostle Paul who used to be called Saul.
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