Johann Wolfgang von Goethe
How incredible is the mind? While I am not an expert on Goethe, this quote applies to all of us. Look at all of the people we consider successful and how people look to them for guidance after they have seemingly solved the riddles we never knew existed. Donald Trump knows how to get money from other people and in the process, go broke then come out with more money than he started with...pure genius. Is he a good man, I don't know. Does he care for others, I don't know. But since he has effectively placed himself in the limelight, he must be awesome!
I believe what is awesome about "The Trump" is more his ability to present himself consistently as successful and always correct. It would not surprise me if he spent 20-30 minutes every day reminding himself that he is right and no one can change his mind. The constant narrative running in his head throughout the day that the world is his oyster. What confidence!
Trust me, I am not a huge fan of Donald Trump, but I am a fan of anyone who can stand alone (and never underestimate just how alone Donald Trump really is) but still make their way and be successful despite their circumstance. Our children could learn quite a bit from a person who does not appear to bow to peer pressure. Is he smug? Yes. Can he be an ass? Yes. Is he disliked in many circles? Absolutely! These are all perceptions from a distant public. Who knows what he is really like, in those silent moments alone? The learning point is this...follow your dream. Be relentless in your pursuit of your dreams! Never sell yourself short regarding the abilities you have and the goals you set for yourself. Be strong and courageous!
Read through the book of Deuteronomy some time and you will see that phrase a number of times. God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of strength and power. Is Donald Trump a believer in the power of Christ in our lives? I have no idea. That is not my responsibility, but rather his. Those of us who do believe in Christ's ultimate sacrifice for our salvation, must consider how awesome our support base is when it comes to being bold. We can do all things through Christ who strengthens us! How powerful! How much genius, power and magic must be in the boldness we have through our Lord? We pray for strength and direction and the opportunity to worship through our actions. Be strong and courageous in those actions.
A quick note...these bold actions do not have to be cliff diving, alligator wrestling, etc. They say people are incredibly fearful of public speaking. We all know the joke about how death is second to public speaking for people when it comes to fear. That means the person giving the eulogy would rather be in the coffin! Speaking your mind, defending a point, friend, belief are all bold actions. Living a life that gives as much as it gets is bold. Taking care of family, supporting those that have little, is bold. Being respectful and taking people where they are, is bold. Living life as the gift it is can be the most bold action you ever take.
As I mentioned, my thought is "The Donald" spends some time each day reinforcing his beliefs. We should too. Get up in the morning and ask for the guidance to do the best you can with the best attitude you can. Ask for the courage to follow those dreams set before you and the strength to be prepared for whatever those dreams and goals may bring. It will not always be easy, but easy is not always the best way.
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; He will never leave you nor forsake you.
Deuteronomy 31:6
Pretty Awesome! :)
Awesome thoughts, my friend, and true.
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