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Wk 2 Reading - Contributions
Abbie writes:
Wow...the next three chapters in our textbook, The Art of Possibilities, were extremely eye-opening for me! Ever read something that makes you feel self-absorbed, small-minded, and ashamed? That's how I felt when I read about making your life a contribution, instead of focusing on competing and playing games on a daily basis. Committing your life to being a contribution forces you to take the focus off of yourself and on to other people!
I don't think it was a coincidence that yesterday during the church service I attended, the pastor spoke about Jesus's life being focused around pleasing his Father. This is how we should live our lives, focused on pleasing our Father. I think one way of doing this is living our lives to be a contribution to others. I feel like I'm finally getting the message that is so desperately being directed at me.
Another aspect of the book that I connected with was Rule Number 6. I thought it was best put by the authors in the quote "Lighten up, which may well light up those around you." I'm going to post this on my desk as I start school again tomorrow - I think it will make a big difference with the way I look at things in the classroom!
kathykellen said...
Abbie
I can totally relate to how you expressed feeling about this week's reading! Even though some of the concepts have been very convicting, I am liking the opportunity to pause, look inside truthfully and be open to changing some of my practices.
I, too, really liked Rule Number 6, and think your idea of making the quote "Lighten up, which may well light up those around you," visible is a great one, as you start the new school year!
You have been, (and continue to be) a wonderful contributor to me on our shared journey of EMDT this year! You are a blessing!!
August 9, 2010 7:54 PM
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