For more than a century, the pinnacle of golf has been to score 59—a
score that had been recorded only three times in PGA Tour history before 2010.
Then, in 2010, Paul Goydos scored a 59—only to be equaled a month later by
Stuart Appleby’s 59. Consequently, some sportswriters speculated that the most
coveted achievement in golf was now becoming commonplace! It’s amazing to see
two 59s in the same season, but it would be a mistake to begin to view this as
ordinary.
For those who follow Jesus Christ, it is also a mistake to view the
remarkable as ordinary. Think about prayer for instance. At any moment we can
talk to the Creator God who spoke the universe into existence! Not only are we
welcomed into His presence, but we are invited to enter boldly: “Let us
therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find
grace to help in time of need” (Heb. 4:16).
There is nothing ordinary about access to God—yet sometimes we take this
privilege for granted. He is almighty God, but He is also our Father who loves
us and allows us to call on Him at any moment of any day. Now that’s
extraordinary!
God is always available to hear the prayers of His children. (RBC)