I've been reading Faith Statements this week. Essentially, these are the efforts of sixth graders to explain, in their own words, their personal beliefs and theology. It's literally the highlight of my year in ministry.
I was struck by the words of many sixth graders, particularly as they talked about the topic of forgiveness. Then, I found this video:
Red Sox fans literally sent this guy death threats after his infamous gaffe. How good must Buckner have felt during the extended ovation? And the fans; finally releasing him from their bad graces?
Forgiveness is a good thing.
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Bill Buckner was my favorite player when I was really little. I remember crying when I saw on the news that the Cubs were trading him. I don't think I knew that could happen. I felt really bad for him when he made that error, but I'll be honest, it made me feel better that he wasn't on the Cubs any more.
I watched an interview with Buckner afterwards and he cried... alot... Forgiveness can be a pretty emotional thing.
My eyes misted up a little when I saw that on SportsCenter yesterday. I defy any real sports fan not to get a little emotional.
Fun Fact #1 about Bill Buckner: Buckner won the same amount of Championships for Boston as Junior Seau.
*delighted giggle*
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