One of my favorite news interviewers has gone on to be with the Lord. Tim Russert of Meet the Press had of the best Political News Shows on Television besides Wolf Blitzer of course. I faithfully watched him for years. His smile and cool demeanor were the qualities that appealed to me. He could ask the hard questions with ease and cause the panelists to go beyond their prepared responses. He was engaging and personable, yet he knew how to ask the questions and get the answers. You couldn't dance around his questions, because he would ask you again without fear. You had to either 1) answer the question or 2) find another response that satisfied the original question.
His desire to inform the public would push the panelist beyond their comfort zone. He was a joy to watch, a leader to learn from and he will be missed. Sunday mornings won't be the same without him.
I pray for God's peace to comfort his family. God is with you and you are not alone. I pray that all journalists will take those qualities from his pages of life. Get the truth, walk in compassion and inform the people as Tim did.
Scriptures of comfort for the family:
Psalm 9:9 - The Lord is a refuge for the oppressed a stronghold in times of trouble.
Psalm 18:2 - The Lord is my rock, my fortress and my deliverer; my God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. He is my shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.
God bless you Tim and may we see you in heaven some day!
Freya S. Williams
Author, Pray Before You Vote! Jesus Is Not a Democrat or a Republican! Jesus Is Lord!
www.praybeforeyouvote.org
www.praybeforeyouvote.blogspot.com
Friday, June 13, 2008
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