Free Soloing
We all need someone to help us see danger before we stumble into it.
Program: Real FamilyLife (90 seconds)
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Dennis Rainey: We all need someone to help us see danger before we stumble into it.
Guest: The old bumper sticker you see every once in a while "Friends don't let friends drive drunk", and friends don't let friends drive themselves off a cliff in a marital relationship, and they don't let friends do certain things because they are friends. That's the environment in which accountability needs to take place.[ Read Full Transcript ]
Dennis Rainey: I once was preparing to speak on the topic of accountability, when I came across a magazine article. It described a practice gaining popularity among mountain climbers called, "Free Soloing."
The magazine showed a picture of a man on the face of a mountain hanging only by his fingertips. The article went on to say that relying on ropes is out. Depending on people is passé. Climbers want the danger and thrill that comes from being on their own.
You know, I've observed a number of Christian leaders who have fallen into sin and I've noticed something about all of them. They had all been "free soloing." They had refused to accept the safety and perspective that accountability provides.
One final thought. Is there anyone who holds you accountable for your actions? Why don't you ask a good friend to help you in this area. None of us were created for free soloing.
I'm Dennis Rainey, and that's Real FamilyLife.
Date: 7/30/2009 12:00:00 AM
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