YOUR BUSINESS AUTHORITY
Springfield, MO
Dear editor,
You probably haven’t seen me on a golf course very often. In fact, I currently don’t own a set of my own clubs – that’s how little I’ve golfed in my life. But if I were invited to play with you, I’d hope you’d allow me to take advantage of that rule in golf referred to as a mulligan. By Oxford definition, a mulligan is an extra stroke allowed after a poor shot, not counted on the scorecard. What a great concept – an acknowledgement that somewhere along the course, I’m going to blunder and need a second chance to redeem myself (... or several times).
In Christianity, we regard the Apostle Paul for his courageous and powerful writings and unfailing resolve of his testimony of Christ. But Paul wasn’t always that way. He persecuted the early Christians, “giving his voice against them” as they were condemned to death. But Paul received a heavenly mulligan while on the road to Damascus – an experience that changed him forever. Thank goodness for grace, right?
We allow second chances in golf, and in our faith traditions. But in society and politics, we are sometimes so hasty to condemn. I’m pleased with and fully support the decision of the Missouri State University Board of Governors on Nov. 22 to retain President Biff Williams in his capacity with the university. He deserved the mulligan. Now, Biff, go play a great shot.
—Brandon Wall, Rogersville
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