The Tiger In You

Recently, Tiger Woods went before the whole world and apologized for many things related to the downfall of his extra marital affairs. I listened to his statements live and analyzed them just like everyone else. I found his many apologies to be quite impressive and believable. I realize that some moments were awkward and that much of this seemed staged and rehearsed. However, I took the position of one trying to listen with the mind of Christ.

When I did this, I couldn't help but think of how many times I have had to apologize for things I have done. Am I any better or worse in my debt and sin because my apologies and transgressions aren't as public? No way! Have I had an affair and cheated on my wife? No, but I have sure done my fair share of terrible things that need forgiveness and apology. So, how's the Tiger in you? Does he owe you or the general public anything? No, not really. One of his most profound statements was "just because I was a very high profile powerful celebrity who had everything doesn't mean that the everyday rules of life don't apply to me."

Think about this. Jesus was drawing in the dirt and sand when he said "those among you who can cast the first stone because you have not sinned...go ahead." Funny how no stones were cast. We also read in the bible that we "should not point out the speck in our brothers eye when we have a plank in our own eye" basically blocking our view. Look inside of yourself. Know that you need forgiveness and should be apologizing yourself. Affairs are terrible. No doubt. But so are many of the other sins we commit each day.
...and that's what i'm talking about. Love Rob