I'm Glad I'm Not Obama!

This coming Tuesday Barack Obama will be sworn in as our new president. This is an exciting and pivotal moment in our country's history. He is popular, in some circles considered a rock star, a hero, even a superman.

Though he wanted this position and he campaigned for it - for years - I'm glad I'm not him. In my life memory there has never been a time when we need leadership as our country - even our world - does at this time. I'm praying that God has raised Obama up 'for such a time as this.'

Few would say their lives are better off than four years ago. Most would admit that the days ahead are filled with fear and uncertainty. For economic, moral, even spiritual reasons I hope Obama leads, even calling on God's power to guide and help him. From my perspective he has been given an amazing opportunity to step up and do just this. Numerous people are willing to trust him, to follow him, and to buy into his vision for the future. There will be some rocky days, but it is imperative that he lead. Will he make mistakes? Probably! Will he be criticized? Isn't he in leadership? Yet, no matter where we stand in our support or lack of support for Obama, we need to pray for him as he strives to lead us. It is time to come together in unity as a nation and trust that through God's help 'the best is yet to be!'