The longer I've been in Costa Rica, the more I'm convinced that God does not call people to be missionaries to serve people. If God just wanted us to serve, most of us probably won't ever leave our own neighborhood. There are people to serve everywhere. I've decided that God calls us to be missionaries so that we might be better formed for the purpose he has for us while at the same time bettering other people's lives. My experience in Costa Rica is definitely shaping me into a better person; one better equipped to make a difference in the world.
So what are you doing? How are you been changing the place you live in for the better? If you're not, WHY not? You have been blessed - unfairly blessed. It's a beautiful thing to share what you have with others, even those who may not deserve it. You will not regret it.
So I'm throwing down the gauntlet. I'm challenging you. Are you fulfilling the life you set out for yourself? Are you really all you can be?
Think about it. It's never too late to make life better than it was yesterday.
Thursday, December 16, 2010
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Respect
How long has it been since you sat down and thought about what you learned in elementary school?
To be honest, I can barely remember what I learned about from class but I do have distinct memories of learning SOMETHING. I remember learning how to be nice to my classmates, not to lie, and how to deal with disappointment. Most of the memories I have from elementary school are wrapped up in my mind with some kind of lesson. And most of these lessons were taught by my teachers.
I had a lot of respect for my elementary school teachers before this year but now that I've taught a little myself, there's just no comparison. Kids can be awesome but they can also be AWFUL!! How anyone could decide to spend their entire lives with these children/creatures is just incredible to me. I'm SO thankful that someone is willing to do it (it means I'm off the hook).
So just in case you've lost respect for the people in this world, remember your elementary school teachers. Whether you had bad ones or good ones they taught you something. Be grateful to them.
To be honest, I can barely remember what I learned about from class but I do have distinct memories of learning SOMETHING. I remember learning how to be nice to my classmates, not to lie, and how to deal with disappointment. Most of the memories I have from elementary school are wrapped up in my mind with some kind of lesson. And most of these lessons were taught by my teachers.
I had a lot of respect for my elementary school teachers before this year but now that I've taught a little myself, there's just no comparison. Kids can be awesome but they can also be AWFUL!! How anyone could decide to spend their entire lives with these children/creatures is just incredible to me. I'm SO thankful that someone is willing to do it (it means I'm off the hook).
So just in case you've lost respect for the people in this world, remember your elementary school teachers. Whether you had bad ones or good ones they taught you something. Be grateful to them.
THANK YOU TEACHERS!!
Field Trip to the Reserve!
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