“It’s a Wonderful Life”

I must say first and foremost that I never heard a disparaging word about Max or can remember a time that Max did not seek to reflect an example of his Savior, our Lord.  I remember meeting Max while stationed in San Diego with the Navy.  I had heard rumors of this wonderful man that sought to walk with Jesus and share his faith as much as he could, along with his wife and family, with neighbors and fellow military personnel.  I very much appreciated Max and his family’s kindness and hospitality, especially around the holidays with my own immediate family so far away in Massachusetts.  I have fond memories of dinners around the table, my first viewing of “It’s a Wonderful Life,” the fun games played in the living room of their home, and the sincere sharing of struggles and victories.  Max seemed to draw out thoughts and reflections at a deeper level than other men I had been involved in ministry with.  You truly felt like you were talking to a friend and someone that listened and made you feel like you were the only one in the room at the time.  He was very gracious, patient, and understanding with my immaturity in the Lord and age.  He passed on to his family this same willingness to be patient and overlook other’s shortcomings and serve them without expecting anything in return.  I think that’s one of the most heartfelt lessons I learned from Max is to serve rather than seek to be served.  I know he will hear the precious words we all long to hear from our Savior, “Well done good and faithful servant.”  Max will be missed but I look forward to spending eternity together worshiping our Lord together which he helped me to know more while he was here with us.  I pray you and your family are doing well and the God will provide you the peace to make it through this difficult time.  

Love you all, 
Scott D