There is a weekly ritual at the McCool household. On Wednesday after Bible Study, and on Thursday after rehearsals, there is a small pack of ladies from the Choir that head over to our home to watch American Idol with Megan, our oldest. I usually stroll in after the show has begun, only to catch the featured drama that accompanies the end of the show. It's always fun to hang out and laugh!

This week was different. This was the week we auditioned for singers at church. Not for the general Choir, but the Vocal Team that sings on mic. It was like our own little Idol audition! The differences are clear, but at the end of the evening, there was disappointment. In God's economy, disappointment may hurt, but the redemptive fruit that results is sweet. I thank God that He doesn't allow us a pain-free existence. Who would I be without pain? Who would you be?

Until next time!

Mickeal