The World's Fastest Indian

On Saturday I was able to watch the movie, The World's Fastest Indian and was very impressed. There are a few scenes that are probably not appropriate for children, however the rest of the story is entertaining and very inspiring. The movie is based on the life of New Zealander, Burt Munro. I don't want to spoil the movie for you if you would like to see it, but the general plot is that Burt has devoted his entire life to making his Indian motorcycle go fast, and it's his dream to go over 200 mph. His destination to accompish this feat is in Utah at the Bonneville salt flats. The story that unfolds demonstrates the difficulties, and pains of trying to accomplish one's dream. But it also reveals the hidden joys of having other people, unexpectedly, joining in the pursuit of your dream.

The one thing that stood out the most about Burt's story is that one in never too old. Burt was 68 years old when he broke 200 mph! Not only that, but he had to put the bike down on the salt going 206...and he walked away to ride again! I have met too many followers of Christ who have given up on their dreams. God sets us apart with a dream--a purpose and it is never too late to pursue and achieve the dreams that God has given us.

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, before you were born I set you apart;” ~ Jeremiah 1:5

I have met people who have dreamed about doing many different things; like starting an orphanage, taking a mission trip, planting a church and yet they felt like it will never happen. I have also met so many retired people who feel like they don't have a place in what God is doing...that ministry is for those who are younger, etc. No matter who you are or how old you are, it is never too late to live out the dream that God has put in your heart! So what is your dream?