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"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in hell."

Officer Jonathan Shoop
EOW July 12, 2020

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“I believe that our story-our battles to be who we are and have a meaningful and connected experience-is our training to be warriors. Our story is our call to grow, to lead, and to realize our potential.”
T.J. Jones
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This was a great book and instantly became one of my favorites. Jones begins by telling his own story of change to find a deeper meaning. He breaks down his advice into 3 steps: Awaken (self), influence (connect with people), and inspire (pass the sword).
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Very relatable and easy to read. Solid leadership book. I will be recommending it to my students.
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