This past Sunday, my brother-in-law, John, was ordained as a deacon. As the pastor read about a man of good report, I knew this church had made the right decision - my brother-in-law IS a good man. I know because I have watched him live his life with honesty and integrity for the last 20 plus years. John's calm even temper, even in the face of difficult circumstances, always amazes me and challenges me at the same time. He stands as a voice of reason amidst the chaos. I am so happy that this honor has been bestowed upon him. The people that he ministers to will discover what his family has known all along - he is a man of good report.
