Curiosity

 “Curiosity about life in all of its aspects, I think, is still the secret of great creative people.” (Leo Burnett)

When I was a teenager, I used to wonder why some people struggled communicating as well verbally (or in writing) as I could. Why were they unable to even draw a realistic picture like I could so easily. It just didn’t make any sense in my mind.  You just did this and that, and out came the desired talent (or ability) well. It was just that simple. If I could do this, everyone else should be able too. (Even siblings within the same family have different talents.)

The older I’ve gotten I’ve come to realize that not everyone knows how to do the same this and that at the proficient level that comes to me as naturally as breathing. Nor do they enjoy trying (and failing) at what I am gifted in.  I admire others who can talents like play an instrument well, are a professional actor, or have a strong desire to care for the ill in a caring manner. None of the above abilities are me. This is what I can do. I can take my strengths, and serve my heavenly Father to my absolute best as long as I live on the Earth.

Do you realize that your heavenly Father made you just the way you are today with all your strengths and weaknesses. There was not mistake made by Him (on anything about you).Psalm 139:14 (VOICE): I will offer You my grateful heart for I am Your unique creation filled with wonder and awe. You have approached even the smallest details with excellence. Your works are wonderful. I carry this knowledge deep within my soul. Whether you believe it (or not), God has always loved you, and will continue that until He sees you in Heaven one day.

Romans 5:8 (VOICE) says this: But think about this: while we were wasting our lives in sin, God revealed His powerful love to us in a tangible display. [Jesus Christ] died for us. I don’t think it’s possible to show a more sincere sign of love than that. Take just a moment, and thank God for all the unique assets He has gifted you with.