I work with teenagers all day long. My patience or lack thereof can get in the way of being effective….if I don't keep a lid on it. So, what do I do?
I surround myself with scripture.
On my desk (table), I tape down THE WORD! Sometimes I never look at a single verse….other times I practically snort them up my nose. Everybody has one of those days, right?
I know every job comes with its challenges and mine is no different but I don't want to lose my saltiness when God has given me opportunities to touch young lives at my job.
Know what I mean, Vern?
When I think back to my school days (yea, that was a long time ago) I can still remember the quality that made the biggest impact on my life — my FAITHful teachers. The ones who lived for Christ, outloud! I felt safe in their care and I understood their consistency.
Kids still need that today. Matter of fact, they need it today more than ever.
I wish I could say that I'm on top of my game all the time but that just wouldn't be honest. I struggle to stay positive when the same kid never does his homework or assignments. I fantasize about boxing his ears just want him to succeed in class and see him mature into a "productive" human being.
Is that too much to ask?
Ingesting God's word is the best weapon against discouragement. That's why I surround myself with it. It beats groveling in the pit and it does wonders for the spirit.
What do you do to make your day successful?
Lord
You've given me a job that requires me to love others. Whether they are lovable or not isn't the question. What I do with my time with them is what matters most. Help me to be LIKE YOU in word & action.
Amen