Got Your Six
Have you ever heard that phrase? It is an old pilot term that relates to a clock. Twelve would represent forward, and 6 would represent your backside. Thus, when anyone says they got your six, they have your back…meaning they are making sure you are safe and secure from anyone coming up from behind.
Whether you are a pilot, a preacher, teacher, businessman, sports figure, spouse, or parent, it does not matter. You need someone to cover your six. Even though Mom had eyes in the back of her head, I can assure you she needed someone protecting and looking out for her.
If you are married, I hope that you and your spouse are back to back. Each one of you should know that the other one is there if they fall, if they fail, or if they falter. Solomon said: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up.
Lean On Me
Sometimes in our lives we all have pain
We all have sorrow
But if we are wise
We know that there’s always tomorrow
Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on
For it won’t be long
‘Til I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on
Please swallow your pride
If I have things you need to borrow
For no one can fill those of your needs
That you won’t let show
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
I just might have a problem that you’ll understand
We all need somebody to lean on
Lean on me, when you’re not strong
And I’ll be your friend
I’ll help you carry on
For it won’t be long
‘Til I’m gonna need
Somebody to lean on
You just call on me brother, when you need a hand
We all need somebody to lean on
Lyrics: Bill Withers
If you don’t have that, look for someone who does not have anyone to cover their six….and you can be there for each other. Everybody needs somebody to lean on.
Shalom!
Dan Skognes