Darryl Kile

     I was reading a book recently and it referenced Darryl Kile who pitched in the major leagues for the Houston Astros, Colorado Rockies, and St. Louis Cardinals.  He passed away at age 33 of a heart attack.  Shortly after his death the Astros and Cardinals created an award in his honor.  It is simply called the Darryl Kile Good Guy Award.  Simply put the award goes to a player who exemplifies his characteristics as: "a good teammate, a great friend, a fine father, and a humble man."
     Sometimes it may be hard but I myself strive to be those things to people.  I can be a good teammate by simply being e a team player at church and at youth.  I can be a great friend by simply listening and helping my friends who they need it, or even when they don't.  I can be a fine father by learning from those fathers I know and respect (like Rick Knox).  And I can be a humble man by emulating Joseph.  (I'm talking about Jesus' earthly father in this instance)
     Once I think about it, it really isn't that hard to do.  Sometimes its challenging but we have others who have come before us that we can look up to for help and guidance.  We can model our behavior after those role models.  So today strive to be good, great, fine, and humble.

grace&peace
kevin