(15) Basketball has begun in our home. For Jenica, that is. She had her 4th basketball game today, and it's so much fun to watch her improve from year to year. I love the conversations we have on the way to school in the morning, and I almost wish we lived 10 miles away from school instead of 2 so the chatting doesn't have to end so quickly. This morning, our conversation centered on how great we feel when we do really well at something. It is so satisfying; so rewarding. She is taking a "Careers" class this quarter, and they visited our Physical Therpy Office yesterday. She thought a career in PT sounded really great, being able to help patients learn to walk again, following surgery. It's only natural to pat ourselves on the back when something great happens, whether it involves scoring the most points in a ball game, or if we get to help someone recover from physical injuries that limit their abilities to stand or walk. But God is the one who ultimately deserves the credit. If we have skill or expertise in a certain area, it's because God gave us that gift. He is responsible. He is the One who deserves the pat on the back. It's not because of what we've done; it's because of what HE has done. And what an honor it is, to be used by Him to impact the lives of others. As I think of Jenica's ballgame today, I think of the patience and hard work that goes into coaching Jr High girls. That's one tough job.
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