From March 1, 2011
I came across another Ralph Waldo Emerson quote today that I really like. It says, “Enthusiasm is the mother of effort, and without it nothing great was ever achieved.” Enthusiasm is so important for a teacher to have ~ what you're excited about, the kids will more likely want to learn about...
This quote reminded me of one of my favorite verses from Colossians. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for others. You know you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as your reward. It is the Lord Christ you are serving.” (Chapter 3, Verses 23 & 24)
This passage of Scripture has always been a challenge for me. It is so easy to fall into doing what I do to please others – my parents, my boss, the parents of my students… I have to constantly remind myself that it is not about me! It is not about other people noticing my efforts! I need to be seeking the approval of God alone, to find my fulfillment in Him…
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