Michael Harrison's e-devotion

As I write to you this day, I am watching the memorial service of Jerry Falwell. You have to see that through this man God brought much to pass and passed on many blessings. Again, it is very true that some people don't care for this man and didn't agree with him. What I have to share with you today is all about legacy. This was a man of legacy. His vision and his dreams were filled by God because in that last week I have heard from countless people who were either saved by Jesus or called to the ministry under Jerry Falwell's leadership and care. Job 4:3 (nlt) --- "In the past you have encouraged many people;you have strengthened those who were weak. Daniel 10:19 (nlt) --- "Don't be afraid," he said, "for you are very precious to God. Peace! Be encouraged! Be strong!"As he spoke these words to me, I suddenly felt stronger and said to him, "Please speak to me, my lord, for you have strengthened me." Please understand that those p...

Last Friday evening my wife and I attended the Michael W. Smith Concert at Thomas Road Baptist Church where Jerry Falwell has been pastor for over 50 years. The story of Falwell, the church and Liberty University is one of vision and blessing. We saw Dr. Falwell across the auditorium at the concert. It was such a shock to get a text message yesterday from our local TV station announcing that Falwell was found in his office unresponsive. A short time later I learned that he was dead. This is a difficult day for those who surround this great man. We have lived in Virginia for almost 6 years, yet I have known about Jerry Falwell since I was a young kid. I remember his strong words and staunch concerns for the morality of our nation and desire to see people come to know God. He never backed down, yet he was always kind. No, I didn't always agree with what he said or did, but I admired Dr. Jerry Falwell. It is evident that God's hand was on this gentle giant who is now in heaven...