I am reading Being George Washington by Glenn Beck. So much I never knew about the Revolutionary War and this remarkable man. After the war was won, the real battle began - to build a strong republic, made up of human beings no less. How in the world would we govern this nation?
"On Monday morning, May 14, 1787, the day the Constitutional Convention opened, there was no quorum. There wouldn't be one until Friday, May 25 - even then, only 29 delegates showed up - barely a majority. Washington didn't just show up on opening day; he showed up every day. He rarely excused himself for a break, unlike other delegates, who might be gone for weeks. Some hardly attended at all.
But Washington was there. He was persistent. As Calvin Coolidge said:
"Nothing in the world can take the place of Persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan 'Press on!' has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race."
Life isn't all glamour. It's putting one foot in front of the other - and to do that you'd better be there in the first place. To make a real impact you've got to get involved. Show your face. Prove your commitment. Earn your respect."
You have so much to offer. Get out there and offer it! The world needs exactly what you have - and by "the world" I mean YOUR world. It doesn't have to be big.
"Whoever can be trusted with very little can also be trusted with much..." Luke 16:10
This week, look around you. What do you see that sparks your interest? That pushes your injustice button? That calls to your heart? Begin there.
If you are unsure of your calling or talent, you can hear the voice of God. My friend Linda is GREAT at helping women turn on the ears of their heart. Don't miss this conference
Blessings,
Beth
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