I have been following the news in Iran lately. My wife and I often discuss what happens when you try to bring democracy into a non-Christian nation, especially a Muslim country. It just doesn’t seem to work.
Today Iran’s Supreme Leader finally spoke up. Naturally, my mind started to wander after I heard his title – Supreme Leader. I have now declared that as my new title. The great thing about it is I don’t need a Congregational Meeting to bestow that title on me. If I did, I wouldn’t be a very good Supreme Leader. I figure it is best just to declare that title. So from now on, you may address me as, Supreme Leader. My next step is to get some new business cards made.
Tim – would you please take care of getting a new name plate for my office door? Sue – (and you can basically substitute any Sue here, Sue Whited, Sue Steege or Sue Brese) would you please refer to me by my new title while in public. We all know who the real Supreme Leader is, and I bow to you Supreme”ness,” but out doctrine says only a man can hold the office of Supreme Leader. So in public I would appreciate your cooperation.
In the mean time, I will consider a dress code for the Supreme Leader. I do like turbans, but they are over done. I am leaning toward Pope-like head dress. I’ve always wanted one. And until I decide on the right kind of robe, I will be wearing my bathrobe to church.
And my real name is more Supremish. Supreme Leader Charles will be on my new cards.
Well, I think I have given this enough thought. Feel free to share yours, just remember who you are addressing.
By the way, this is all pending Kathy Figini’s approval.
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Kathy said,
June 19, 2009 at 9:45 am
I approve – oh great Supreme Leader Charles! Your business cards have been ordered.
Leo said,
June 19, 2009 at 9:52 am
Does this mean you have to be fed grapes during the day and have someone fan you as you eat them ?
chuckwhited said,
June 19, 2009 at 9:53 am
Thanks for offering Leo – but my wife and kids do that now with very little complaining.
Kathy said,
June 19, 2009 at 10:04 am
Leo, if you are offering grapes and a fan – I accept – Fridays are good for me!
Karen C. said,
June 19, 2009 at 11:57 pm
LOL
Cathy said,
June 21, 2009 at 9:11 pm
Dear Supreme Leader Charles~ You are so awesome. I love it that I have a pastor who has such a great sense of humor. It truly is one of your great qualities that makes you so special. Don’t ever lose that zeal for enjoying life!
sweetsoup said,
June 21, 2009 at 10:11 pm
This post is so hilarious. You should go into comedy writing (besides your sermons, I mean).
Jim Brese said,
June 22, 2009 at 10:06 am
It could just a case of (s) wine flu. It going around. I thought I was the top dog in my home too.
Cathi Brese Doebler said,
June 22, 2009 at 4:25 pm
I kind’vd like the sound of “Ultimate leader” better, but that’s only when I’m in charge.
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