Recently, on the anniversary of Chuck Yeager's historic jet flight that broke the sound barrier for the very first time, Felix Baumgarten, also broke the sound barrier traveling at Mach1.24 or 833 mph. Yet, Baumgarten did it without a supersonic jet or space shuttle. 
From 24 miles above the earth, Baumgarten skydived from 24 miles above the earth, wearing a pressurized flight suit. His jump shattered the speed of sound during his four minute and twenty second freefall before he opened his parachute and gently landed on the ground.
What drives men like Baumgarten and Yeager to risk life and limb to do what never has been done before? Are they just thrill seekers or adrenaline junkies? Are they just crazy? Maybe, but their courageous exploits capture our attention and our admiration.
"Expect Great Things From God; Attempt Great Things For God!"
William Carey boldly challenged Christians to believe God enough to take a leap of faith which launched the modern missionary movement with those words in 1792. He was "crazy" enough to believe God's Word and then acted upon it. What about you?
"I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me." (Philippians 4:13)
"Jesus replied, "What is impossible with men is possible with God." (Luke 18:27)
"Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us, to Him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever! Amen" (Ephesians 3:20-21)
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9)
"Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." (Joshua 1:9)
Baumgarten trusted in aerospace science and technology to take his big leap. You and I have the promises and resources of Almighty God to equip us, encourage us, and empower us to do great things for His glory. What do we really have to be afraid of? So unbuckle your seat belts. Step out on the edge. Take a leap of faith! It will capture the attention of an unbelieving world and bring glory to God.
Expect Great Things from God; Attempt Great Things for God!
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