There was a time when I bought lottery tickets, aspiring to be blessed with that big, ol' jackpot.I surely won't be tempted again, now that I've heard the story of Jack Whittaker.
It all started with big hopes and big dreams.
But a short time later, there were signs of trouble.
And now, it seems, four more years later, poor ol' Jack has literally become "poor ol' Jack."
There are all kinds of things a person could say about this man's transgressions. Certainly he could have made better choices? Not hanging out at strip clubs would probably have been a start.....
But I offer a different perspective. After winning the jackpot, Jack Whittaker gave 10% of his winnings to the Church of God. He obediently brought his tithe into the storehouse. Many people talk about doing such a thing, but he stepped out in faith and did it. Based on the extreme turmoil that ensued in his life afterwards, I can only conclude that Jack Whittaker was likely the victim of a series of violent, spiritual attacks.
The world's way would be to marvel at his stupidity, criticize his poor decisions, and let him go down in history as the dumbest lottery winner ever. The Christian way is quite different. Let's show him as much love as possible.
Thank you, Jack Whittaker, for your bravery. Thank you for sacrificing yourself for whatever purposes God had for you. Bless you, sir, and bless your family. I hope the next seven years are better than the last. In Jesus name
BTJ
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