The Burning Question:
What is the last thing you got a really good deal on and how much did you save?
Morning Devotional:
Sometimes Failures are just practice. My son Malachi is finally on the cusp of getting his driver’s license. He finished his behind-the-wheel practice hours, and wouldn’t you know it, my wife Kris snagged him a test appointment for the very next day! Appointments have been booked solid for months, so this felt like a stroke of luck. Except, Malachi was thrown for a loop. He barely had 24 hours’ notice, and nerves got the better of him. He failed the test.
The disappointment was real, but here’s the thing: the instructor believed it was mostly nerves. We reminded Malachi of what my wife, Kris, had said beforehand: “Treat it like a practice test.” Now, he knows what to expect. He won’t be surprised by the format, the car, or the routes. He’ll be calmer and more prepared next time.
Many of us face setbacks. We stumble, we fall, we fail. But failure doesn’t have to be the end of the story. It can be a valuable learning experience, a chance to identify weaknesses and prepare for the future.
Proverbs 24:16 “For though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble by one transgression.” (NIV)
So, take heart! If you’ve experienced a setback, remember it’s not a reflection of your worth. It’s simply a lesson on your path. Learn from it, dust yourself off, and get ready to rise again, stronger and wiser.
–Ryan
Bible Quiz:
Question: Who was told by an Angel to put on his clothes and shoes?
Answer: Peter Acts 12:8
Storytime: There was a Random boy at my house.