It was an overwhelming feeling to stand in the spot where the most famous speech in the history of the world was delivered, the spot where Jesus outlined the character and conduct of a believer and gave his disciples and the world the beatitudes, the golden rule, and the Lord's Prayer. Someone suggested we read Scripture. We talked about the wonderful experiences and thanked the guides and government officials who had introduced us to their country. Then out of his mouth came a hymn he had known as a child, a hymn he hadn't thought about in years. Now Jew and gentile, meeting, from many a distant shore, around an altar kneeling, one common Lord adore.
Faith changes lives.
I know, because faith has changed mine. I could not be governor if I did not believe in a divine plan that supersedes all human plans. Politics is a fickle business. Today's friend is tomorrow's adversary. People lavish praise and attention.