Thought for the Day 2/4/2022

Friday Tale - The Schulz Philosophy 

The following is the philosophy of Charles Schulz, the creator of the 'Peanuts' comic strip. You don't have to actually answer the questions. Just ponder on them. And read to the end. 

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.
2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.
3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America pageant.
4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.
5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.
6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

                                             How did you do? 

The point is, none of us remember the headliners of yesterday.
There are no second-rate achievers. They are the best in their fields.
But the applause dies. Awards tarnish. Achievements are forgotten.
Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners. 

                                      See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.
2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.
3. Name five people who have taught you something worthwhile.  
4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special.
5. Think of five people you enjoy spending time with.

                                               Easier? 

                                            The Lesson:

The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials, the most money ... or the most awards.  They simply are the ones who care the most.

~ Charles Schultz

 

BUT we request of you that you appreciate those 
who diligently labor among you, and have
charge over you in the Lord and give you instruction,
and that you esteem them very highly in love
because of their work.
~ 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13