The success perspective (2)

Success is not a destination; it's a journey. And it's important to check our perspective at all stages of the journey, and to celebrate our progress often. The Mississippi River in the United States is a vital source of hydroelectric energy, providing drinking water for millions and supporting many ecologically and commercially important fish species. But at its source, the stream can be crossed by foot. Same river, different perspectives! Great things have small beginnings.

The Serenity Prayer is a good thing to stand on in our life journey. It goes like this: 'God, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.' It was first prayed in a little church in Massachusetts by theologian Reinhold Niebuhr during a Sunday morning service. Only a small group of people was in the congregation that day, but one person liked the prayer and, after the service, he asked Niebuhr for a copy. 'Here,' Niebuhr responded, handing over a crumpled piece of paper. 'I doubt I'll ever have any more use for it.' Well, guess what? Next to the Lord's Prayer, it's the most used prayer in the world. It is ironic though that Niebuhr's prayer became so popular - clearly he didn't realise what he had!

With this story in mind, read this Scripture and really consider: 'Though you started with little, you would end with much' (Job 8:7 TLB).



So what now? With God's help, you will have success at every stage of your journey. Enjoy it.





— SCRIPTURE —

'Though you started with little, you would end with much.' Job 8:7 TLB
— SOULFOOD —

Num 34-36, Mark 5:21-30, Ps 57 , Pro 11:14