Lost Bullet

Nº 319

September 10, 2024

When God forgives, there is an immediate and complete change in relationship. Instead of hostility, there is love and acceptance. Instead of enmity, there is friendship. - Billy Graham 

On September 6, 1901, William McKinley, the 25th president of the United States, visited Buffalo, New York to participate in the magnificent Pan-American Exposition. During a public reception, an anarchist shot McKinley twice at close range.

One bullet ricocheted off a button on McKinley’s jacket. The other lodged in his abdomen. Surgeons searched diligently but were unable to locate the second bullet. McKinley recovered quickly and his doctors were optimistic. However, the lost bullet created a devastating infection that reversed the initial prognosis. McKinley died on September 14th.

Ironically, on display at the Pan-American Exposition was one of the first X-ray machines. Had the surgeons been aware that this radical new resource was available, the bullet may have been found and McKinley’s life might have been saved.

We tend to overlook the spiritual resources available to us and miss the benefits they can provide. David reminds us, “Praise the Lord, O my soul, and forget not his benefits---who forgives all your inequities.” (Psalm 103:2-3a)

God’s resources are always available. He provides forgiveness for all our iniquities. Don’t allow sin to hide and fester deep within. Remember the amazing benefit of God’s forgiveness that is always available.

Excelsior,

Dan Bolin

Author & President