Front Seat

One of the most beautiful things about being a teacher is getting front row seats to the lives of your students. So often we get to watch this interesting cycle of life continue. We watch them flourish as they blossom into amazing humans. They then are blessed to pour into someone else and the cycle continues. I am honored to be part of the story, however small a role I may play.

‘I met you as a little girl and loved the world we shared as teacher and student. You had bright eyes and a heart filled with dreams. You found your place in this beautiful but sometimes harsh world. Now you get your own ‘person’ to pour into. He is blessed to have you as his cheerleader. The same way I was blessed to cheer you on.

I’ve said this numerous times: “Don’t leave your seat empty.” We are chosen and positioned in places for divine purposes. God trusts us to not drop the ball. In spite of all that comes to distract, disappoint and discourage – still we rise. We rise to purpose – we forge ahead. Someone is waiting on you , waiting on me. Waiting on us to remain faithful to the call. So, where ever God positions you – occupy till He repositions or relocates you. Take your seat with courage and conviction.

Don’t push your way to the front; don’t sweet-talk your way to the top. Put yourself aside, and help others get ahead. Don’t be obsessed with getting your own advantage. Forget yourselves long enough to lend a helping hand.

Philippians 2: 3-4 (MSG)

Published by Restored Heart

An educator, author, a mom, friend, and a girl who loves that Her heavenly Father loves doing life with her. Passionate about introducing others to the Christ who heals hearts among other things....

3 thoughts on “Front Seat

  1. Aww that’s sweet ❤️. You’re so right about someone always waiting. We met a young Jamaican lady in church on Sunday, obviously going through some things so we exchanged numbers and to think we almost didn’t make it to church this Sunday.

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  2. Thank you for the encouragement, Mary. I am so grateful for those who long ago nurtured me in my Christian faith and growth. Now it’s my honor and privilege to provide a legacy of faith-filled integrity for the next generation. I pray my words, actions, and attitudes provide a worthy model.

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