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“THINKABOUTIT” THOUGHT FOR THE DAY

Wednesday; September 3, 2008

          To most of us parents, it’s a rather common retort; but, the phrase “I know how to do that” isn’t relegated just to young people.  Whether it’s in response to a child being taught something by a parent or a new employee being mentored by a supervisor, often, in our most prideful voice; we don’t want people to think that we can’t do something.  Sometimes, there is truth in the statement; but, all too often, we make the brash comment only to find ourselves struggling with our ignorance once the teacher is gone.

         When someone offers to teach us, let’s shelve our ego and allow them to show us.  Most times, whether it’s the first or umpteenth time we’ve been instructed, we are bound to learn something new; but, even if it’s a task with which we are very familiar, we can serve others by giving them the joy and satisfaction of teaching us something … even if we already know how to do it.  Remember, it’s not always about education, at times it’s about selflessness.       

         Think about it!  For the Madison Avenue Church of Christ; this is Charlie Wharton.

 

 

 

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