“Simply be the example they need to see by being faithful and true in all that you do. Speak the truth and live a life of purity and authentic love as you remain strong in your faith.” (1 Timothy 4:12 TPT)
Winter has settled in around Iowa. Snow and ice cover everything. Most days, the temperature remains below the freezing point, so the ice doesn’t melt. For a runner, this type of weather is discouraging since slippery roads can lead to falls and injuries. Thus, I am always on the lookout for any signs of change. Today I noticed a dried leaf on the edge of a pile of snow. It had absorbed enough of the sun’s warmth to melt about a millimeter of the ice around it. I stopped to take a picture, because it spoke to me.
All of us hope to leave a positive impact on this world. We hope our legacy is significant--a sign that our life mattered. Contributions by celebrities are often more publicized than those who are not famous. Thus, ordinary acts of kindness by obscure individuals may go unnoticed; yet, they are no less meaningful. Not everyone has the opportunity to influence millions of people, but we can be good examples to those in our immediate vicinity. Like a dry leaf on the edge of a pile of snow, we can absorb the Son’s light and warmth and affect our surroundings. Virtues of purity, authenticity, and honesty always leave an imprint. We can be faithful in all that we do, speaking truth, showing kindness, extending grace. Our impact may seem miniscule, but it can be deeply transformative to those who are touched by our lives.
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