I noticed this article in the Deseret News the other day and
paused to think about the ramifications.
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| The Reid's, Pressler's and Clayton Christensen DesNews |
It is no secret that I am not a big Harry Reid fan but I AM an
admirer of the methods and principles advocated by Clayton Christensen. So it was with some surprise that I noticed both
men were found doing something that I would not have thought they would do
together.
Clayton Christensen is famous for his missionary efforts (see here). He always seems to be
at the forefront of the efforts to share the gospel with those not of our
faith.
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| Clayton Christensen and Larry Pressler DesNews |
On the other hand, I seldom hear much about Bro. Reid and his
work in the Church (I have heard Orrin Hatch
mention that Harry Reid is a faithful home-teacher, but that was about it). Most press for Bro.
Reid seems to paint him in a negative tone
(which, obviously, colors my own perceptions)
and emphasize the things I would not consider Christ-like or Latter-day
Saint-like.
The remarkable story of these three men has me pondering my
own level of commitment to what I believe (not
that I’m doubting the truth but wondering how much effort I’m putting in). I mean, this is same Harry Reid who “purportedly” lied on the Senate floor about Mitt
Romney. What good can he offer to
someone who is seeking truth? And why would he help a Republican?
I get that Clayton Christensen is going to help with the
sharing of the message – BUT, HARRY REID!!
It may sound judgmental (and it is), but there’s a part of me that believes someone who espouses the political platforms of the Democratic
Party and practices shenanigans in the ‘ways of Harry’ must not be living as
closely to the Savior as he should.
The truth is that Harry has been (at least in this one instance) more
faithful to his calling as a disciple of Christ than have I.
And if I’m honest with myself, I suspect that he has probably
been just as faithful in many other ways – else how could he be prepared to share
so effectively.
It is a slippery slope when our thoughts are focused on the
weaknesses of others. The usual result
is forgetting to look inside for the rot that has begun to fester in our
hearts.
As I have said elsewhere, judgment is not mine to make on the
dealings of another. All judgment must
be left to the One who really knows.
It’s just so hard sometimes!!
So I offer two prayers.
Thanks given to Harry Reid, Clayton Christensen, and Larry
Pressler for faithful work together.
Humble repentance and
forgiveness sought by yours truly.
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