Yesterday was an opportunity not often afforded to me. I met with a friend from a few years ago. We talked of the varied paths we have both taken.
A theme continued to run through the conversation. As we age, we have taken bits and pieces of others thoughts, actions and opinions. For better or worse, our own lives have been a copy of the original – in fact, we could often be seen as mere footnotes of another.
Now we are both looking for our own voices. We desire to be original for the sake of others. There is a contribution that each of us has to this world. Big or small, in the spotlight or in a dim light, we are models as well.
There is a bridge that is crossed (perhaps more than once) when we realize God has gifted us for the sake of others. We cross from knowledge seekers to wisdom givers. Not for our own sake, but for the sake of others.
Our voice rings in harmony with others, but we also solo – a glorious voice for God’s kingdom and all who dwell therein.