Get Used to the Heat and Get in the Kitchen

Townhall ^ | November 21, 2021 | Michael Brown

[FryingPan101]

You’ve heard the saying, “If you don’t like the heat, then get out of the kitchen.” Well, that only works if you’re not called to be in the kitchen. For those of us who are called to be there, it would be better to say, “Get used to the heat and get in the kitchen.”

When it comes to the conflicts and controversies of our day, if we love God and we love our neighbor, do we really have a choice?

On a daily basis, often from many different sides, I get blasted for positions I take in writing or on the air. Should I have a pity party? Feel sorry for myself? Throw in the towel?

[FryingPan101]

This is the reason for my name…FryingPan101. Twenty-one years ago I joined FreeRepublic. I had a lot to say…or so I thought. Some of what I said inspired criticism and harsh rebuke. My feelings were hurt. I decided to get out and I posted my reasons why. A Freeper told me to go ahead and get out of the kitchen if I couldn’t stand the heat. Another Freeper told me to think about it. Start new. Choose a new name and be more thoughtful next time around. She said learn from it….be like a frying pan…. and get back in the kitchen. I’ve been here ever since. Often saying nothing. Always being inspired to cook up a thought or two. I can’t think of another donation more important than to FreeRepublic. I’m grateful to the Robinson family for this kitchen. Happy Thanksgiving week to everyone.

[DannyTN]

Or use air conditioning.

[Reddy]

Amen. Great article and great comments by you. Have a blessed Thanksgiving.