Still In The Game

April 8th, 2009 | It has dominated the local news for weeks now and it seems that everywhere you go someone has an opinion.  Some are sad, some are mad, some are glad while others seem downright bad (harsh) in their assessment of his accomplishments here and his future there.  Of course, I am talking about the recent decision of John Calipari to leave Memphis in order to become the new head basketball coach for the University of Kentucky Wildcats.  You all know I am not a big sports fan, but for my part, I wish him well in his new position.  Whatever your opinion, you would have to agree that he did bring some positive notoriety to Memphis and will, no doubt, be missed.  In the flurry of sports media commentary after the decision was made public, I heard someone say, “He was the heart and soul of the team”.  This Easter, as we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord, I am happy to announce that the “heart and soul” of our team is alive and well and still with us.  His final words to the infant church, prior to His ascension, continue to be a source of encouragement: “And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Matthew 28:20 Years ago someone told me that if his wife ever left him, he was going with her.  That is exactly how I feel about Kathy and how we should feel about the Lord.  Our divine coach is at work and I pray we are looking for and listening to all his signals. Still in the game, Bro. James P.S.  Congrats to Josh Pastner, the new coach for the Tigers.  I wish him and the team well.  Maybe the “heart and soul” did not move to Kentucky after all.