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TITLE: Keeping up with the Joneses | Previous Challenge Entry
By William Pinder
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His friend, Merrill, remarked, “You were hot today. You were sinking those birdie putts.”
“Yeah, I was feeling it. I had the touch all day.”
“Well, I enjoyed it. Time to head back to the family.”
“Back to the real world of dealing with the wife and kids. That is no fun.”
While driving home to his well-manicured neighborhood, an evil voice hissed behind him, “You’re doing well with your job and your golf game. Don’t worry about your family. They’re fine, just fine. You’re a good provider. That’s all that matters.”
Back in his office at home, Bob checked the latest stock reports on the television screen. His teenage son, Johnny, walked past the door and plopped in front of the computer. He started playing “Golf Pro” to try to beat his highest score.
After the stock reports, Bob switched to watching “The Masters.” He was glued to his idols, who were geniuses with the golf ball.
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Later that evening, the family gathered for supper in the living room. They were having roast beef, mashed potatoes, green beans, and silence. For dessert, they watched “The Carol Burnett Show.”
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Surrounded by a throng of humans in agony, the evil genius pierced Bob’s heart with his gaze and sneered, “Congratulations, you kept up with the Joneses. Meet the Joneses.”
Scripture: Philippians 3:14
“I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.”
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