We should all be paying attention to the struggle that he is going through right now (following the federal indictment). Mr. Bonds, or Barry if i may be so bold, chose worldly treasures over spiritual treasures and he is paying the price for that decision. Even if he never faces jail time, even if he wins his case, he will never be viewed the same again. The court of popular opinion [which was already swaying against him] will view him as a cheater, and even worse... a liar.
Barry had an opportunity to value spiritual wealth above worldly wealth during the congressional hearings last year. He had the chance to tell the truth (with total imminuty i might add); but instead, he chose to hide his misdeeds and value his single-minded pursuit of a written record and fame. His constant grasp for athletic glory and honour came at the cost of his integrity. I think we can see that his choice was of benefit to him temporarily, but now that the truth is being exposed, he's in a whole lotta trouble.
I think there are few things worse in this world than lying. Afterall, it was a lie that got us in this situation in the first place [and by situation i mean separation from God, selfishness, death, ... you know the rest]. But lying sometimes seems the easiest way, the simpliest way, sometimes even the better way. However, God not only values truth, but He is the Truth... and He calls us to no less.
What's your take on Barry? What's you take on truth?
3 comments:
I love it when my son puts his frequently profound thoughts in writing. Very good analysis and I totally agree.
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Truth is sometimes harder to tell in the short term, but it is actually the much easier road in the long run.
I think these guys get away with so much that after awhile they just think it will fad away. Bonds had one problem and that was some people just never liked him so the storu got legs. I like how you think Alex wasn't it Eve's fault? Ha, ha.
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