“I can do all things through him who
strengthens me.”
(Philippians 4:13 NRSV)
“Do three or four
things really well,” said the guy leading the conference. I have never
forgotten these words as I often recall them to help keep myself grounded in
reality. We want to do a lot of things at the same time similar to the metaphor
of someone spinning multiple plates on sticks at the same time. When a plate
loses speed, it’s time to give it a spin just so we can rush over to the other
plate to keep it going. Before long, we are reminded of our humanity and the
need for rest and nurture.
I, too, resonate with
the idea of spinning plates. I want to be involved in so many things, but I
have to remember those words, “Do three or four things really well.” Otherwise,
we do multiple things with mediocrity and grow weary and tired. What are three
things you do really well?
Without any doubt,
you know that you can do [insert an activity,
hobby, gift, or strength] really well. I am a musician. I know it. I
attempt to do this well, and I use this strength to bless others. What are your
strengths? Have you ever asked someone to help you identify them? Whatever they
may be, focus on three or four of them and do them really well. Spin a few
plates. Focus on them. Watch them strengthen and grow before your eyes. Look to
God for strength, and you will do all
things really well when you focus on a few.
IronMaker’s
Daily Challenge: Brainstorm as many strengths/gifts
you may have and write them down. Choose three or four of them and focus on
them for a season; whether that’s today, a week, a month, or even a year. In
reality, you will only ever do three or four things really well.
Prayer:
Lord Jesus of Nazareth, High Priest of Heaven, show me
my strengths and how I can use them for your glory, this day. Amen.
Jonathan Crabtree
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