The Award
“So
do not give up your hope (in Jesus) which will be greatly rewarded.”
Hebrews 10:35
Hannah couldn’t believe her eyes. Her picture flashed on
the giant jumbo-tron and her name was echoed throughout the huge
room filled with students from around the world...
Hannah...United States of America
She had won a
bronze medal for her science project. Slowly she made her way to the stage
where she stood with others. It was a
dream come true.
It hadn‘t always gone well with Hannah. Over the course
of four years she
had worked hard gathering data, keeping records and doing
research. There
were times of discouragement…times of tears.
But Hannah liked her project. Every year she broadened her experiment.
She didn’t give up.
Didn’t get mad and throw a fit.
Didn’t blame others
Didn’t throw a pity
party
Did Hannah have to work this hard? True, a science
project was scheduled
each school year but she could have squeaked by with minimal
effort. Who
would know? Who would care? And if anyone said something
she'd have the perfect excuse.
·
The teacher
didn’t like my project.
·
I’m not a science
student.
·
I’m not the
teacher’s pet.
·
So and so stole
my idea.
·
Life’s not fair!
Consider this
Thomas Edison made 1,000 attempts before the light bulb
was a reality.
Mother Theresa stated:“God has not
called me to be successful. He has called me to be faithful.”
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Jase Robertson of Duck Dynasty made this observation
regarding his daughter Mia who suffered from a cleft palate.
“True beauty is persevering
with joy despite difficulties.”
Jesus Christ put gifts in you...more than you could
ever imagine.
He wants to reward you.
He loves you...passionately!
He has
good things in store for you.
Don‘t lose heart. Don’t have a pity party.
Just call on God! He will amaze you!
Dear
Lord, Please help me finish strong!
Nothing here short of wonderful encouragement. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteDear Elaine,
DeleteThank you for your encouraging note. So nice to hear from you!