Sweet Home Alabama!

Chapel is this Sunday at 8:00 AM (9:00 EST) at the Star Mazda transporter at Barber Motorsports Park. Both Star Mazda races will be held on Sunday! Pray for good and safe racing and that Christ is proclaimed in this place!

St. Pete Pics!!!!

Are you clergy?

I was asked by a fan in St. Pete as I walked through the paddock area if I was clergy and if I could take a prayer request for someone. I said sure! He proceeded to tell me about a woman that has in-operable cancer and will die soon. I wrote down her name and asked him how he knew her. He said, "She is my wife".

I asked if I could pray with him. He agreed. As I prayed for her healing either here on earth or when she reaches heaven, he began to cry. As I ended my prayer, he gave a bear hug with tears flowing. I whispered in his ear, "It will be OK. And if you have faith in Christ, you will see her again". As we parted ways, he was still crying at his impending earthly loss.

We are all "clergy". It does not have to say "ministry" on your shirt to share the love and hope of Christ. Go ye therefore...

Will you pray for my driver?

I was asked that question on pit road by a crew chief during qualifications today! His car was actually on the track for quals and he came over to me and asked if I would pray right there, right now, with him for the driver on the track. I was impressed with his request....

Why? Typically during a qualification run, everyone is focused on their team, the car, the traffic, the speed, and the position. This guy wanted to focus on God.

How many times do we stop in the middle of an important event and just pray? I prayed with that crew chief on pit lane while his car was on the track. When God prompts; act. Pray with out ceasing...

In St. Pete!

With the USF2000 and Star Mazda series! 35-40 USF2000 entries and 22 Star Mazda entries! Pray for a safe weekend and that hearts would be changed for Christ!

What are your Godly Characteristics?

Below is an excerpt of the devotional from today's service at Sebring. Honestly answer the questions below as you read the lesson...

1 Samuel 16:10 Jesse had seven of his sons pass before Samuel, but Samuel said to him, “The LORD has not chosen these.” 11 So he asked Jesse, “Are these all the sons you have?”

Samuel approaches Jesse and asks to see his sons. By the world’s standards, the first of the seven brothers were king material. But God told Samuel, “No.” Seven sons down and no king. Samuel must have been wondering what was up. So, Jesse called for his youngest son, David. Up to this point, Jesse hadn’t seen the need to summon David from his shepherding tasks. After all, he was just a shepherd.

1 Samuel 16:11 “There is still the youngest,” Jesse answered, “but he is tending the sheep.” Samuel said, “Send for him; we will not sit down until he arrives.” 12 So he sent and had him brought in. He was ruddy, with a fine appearance and handsome features. Then the LORD said, “Rise and anoint him; he is the one.” 13 So Samuel took the horn of oil and anointed him in the presence of his brothers, and from that day on the Spirit of the LORD came upon David in power.

Jesse’s other sons weren’t necessarily bad; they just weren’t what God was looking for in a king. Had Samuel selected the king without listening for God’s confirmation, he would have selected the wrong son.

- When things get tough in your life, are you more likely to take care of things yourself or turn everything over to God?

- Has there been a time when you did something without God’s confirmation?

Isn’t it funny how God often picks the least likely person to accomplish his tasks? God turned down charisma, good looks, and physical stature and he selected young David to lead Israel.

- David’s character qualified him to be used by God. Based on your character, are you qualified to be used by God?

- In what areas of life do you need to develop Godly character?

The LORD does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. - 1 Samuel 16:7

Adapted from “ Facing your Giants” by Max Lucado, Thomas Nelson Publishing

INDYCAR Ministry - Represent!

A number of the USF2000 drivers are displaying the new decals courtesy of Business Art & Designs! Thanks to all for your support!

Are we going to have a morning prayer?

This was asked of me this morning by a staff member. I said absolutely! So we joined hands with another staff member and I prayed for safety and that through our work here today that it would bring glory to our Savior, Christ Jesus!

Have you prayed today?

35 USF2000 Entries at Sebring!

Please pray for a safe week! http://www.usf2000.com/news/12-03-12/35-Car_Grid_Set_to_Challenge_in_USF2000_Season_Opener_at_Sebring.aspx

2012 Car Count!

I received word yesterday that there may be between 35-40 cars at both Sebring and St. Pete for the USF2000! What an incredible opportunity to share Christ's love with these new teams and drivers!

Pray as I prepare for those events. That God would go before me to prepare ears to hear and hearts to receive!