Bicycle Talents

Bicycle Talents A friend loaned me his bike for the winter. He is on a lengthy trip out of state. I found the parable parallels out of Matthew 25 interesting... The Kingdom of God is like a man going on a journey who entrusted his property to his servants. I realized this week that my friend Harold has entrusted his property to me, so I should make wise use of it while I have it. So, Harold, here is my mid-winter report. When I received the bike on November 2, there were about 700 miles on it. So far I have added over 700 more. I have ridden every day that I have worked except a few icy days in December. I have increased my average riding speed by about 3 miles per hour thanks to the fancy speedometer I use to challenge and race against myself. I have traded many mind numbing commute hours for exhilarating rides during which I try to think and pray as I also improve my health. Thank you for the use of your bike. Jesus says this is what the God's Kingdom is like. He gives talents in portions - 5, 3, 1. No matter what you have been given, God wants you to use it. What has God entrusted you with this semester? Don't bury it. Timidity and fear is not an option. When the master returns, I definitely want to be one of the ones who hears these words, "Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!" - Monty Moreland Registration is still open It is not too late... now is the time to sign up for a class. Click here to visit the web site with class information and the sign-up form. Free accredited classes! There is no better deal for gaining college credit... unless you can convince someone to pay you to take classes. Until then, take advantage of the generosity of supporters at The Center. Free Lunch Today 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM Bring friends! Menu: Baked Potato Bar Thanks to Howie and Carol Steward We are still in need of volunteers and donations for lunches this semester. Please reply if you are able to help. What is the Meaning of Life? An interfaith panel discussion made of of students from different religious and secular groups. Discussion includes how our beliefs affect our daily lives, is there a universal Good/Evil, What happens when you die, and what is the Meaning of Life? The discussion is not intended to be a debate, but to foster discussion with individuals from different backgrounds to promote greater understanding of each other, and to develop meaningful relationships. Come listen and ask questions of the panelists. Friday Feb. 5th 5:00pm in Barnwell Room SUB. Sponsered by: Cornerstone and Secular Student Alliance As We Forgive - Free Movie A movie about mercy and forgiveness as thousands of people who commited murder during the Rwandan genocide are released to their original communities. The movie examines two women's lives as they encounter for the first time the men who murdered their families. Free: Wed. Feb 10th 7:00pm BSU SPeC. Sponsered by: Campus Bible Fellowship