The Gaping Hole
by Kathy Brown on December 22nd, 2009 | 0 comments
The latest revelations about Tiger Woods seem to shock everyone. This twisted saga illustrates the purpose of Christmas.
When one of Tiger’s mistresses was interviewed, she was asked if she owed Tiger’s wife an apology. She said no; that was his business, not hers. She had done nothing wrong. Then, she was confronted with the rumor that her past involved prostitution. She refuted the accusation and added that she was a Christian and wouldn’t lie. Apparently, she had created a religious idol to accommodate her own preferences and practices. The One True God, holy and righteous, had been replaced with an imaginary friend who informed her morality.
The great golfer’s silence, in contrast to the many who have spoken up, only fuels speculation. What compelled him to engage in this startling behavior? The humanist cannot explain it in terms of bad circumstances. Tiger Woods had everything: money, unbelievable career, beautiful wife, two healthy children and adoring fans. None of this seemed to be enough; he craved more.
Christians see the answer at the manger. The bed of hay speaks of an expected occupant. All gathered around to see what would fill the gaping hole. They did not come to find a carved totem or made-up playmate placed in the center of humanity’s yearning. The throne of man’s heart would not be gorged with worldly stuffing. Someone came to rule there, and now. He alone satisfies perfectly.
Merry Christmas from the Savior:
"I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full." John 10:10
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