HAROLD KELLER / L’Observateur / December 27, 2000

Instead of trying to write an inspirational message to the readers of this column, I have decided to be selfish and take a personal inventory. Most of the year I have looked at other people and events and shared my feelings about each.As I say goodbye to 2000 and welcome 2001, I would like, in the coming year, to change the things in my life that need changing.

Over the past year a few people have accused me of talking a better game that I walk. I’ve also been told that I’m not a great example as a Christian. When you hear things like that about yourself it ruffles your feathers a little, but then I’m reminded that open rebuke is better than secret love.The Bible says the truth will set you free. It may hurt initially, but if it’s the truth, it should be something used to build on and become a better person.My goals in 2001 are to allow God to increase in my life and for “the old Harold Keller,” with all his pride, selfishness and condemning spirit, to decrease. I want to be honest with people and, especially, honest with the person I’ve cheated the most – mThe legacy I would like to leave is for my children and grandchildren to say that I had integrity, was faithful, was always punctual, had a great attitude and was full of enthusiasm. It’s scary knowing that I have such a long way to go.The Bible also says that God will give you the desires of your heart. I humbly ask for His wisdom and direction in overcoming all of my character defects.Last, but not least, I want to be a godly husband to my always-faithful wife, and I want to love her as God loves the church.

With all my good intentions, I know that unless I love and seek God more, none will be accomplished. I have to keep in mind that God is the molder and I am the clay. My desire is to be molded into the person that God intended me to be.Happy New Year!

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