Chapter Five

I am not lacking in any gift, as I eagerly wait
for our Lord Jesus Christ to be revealed.
1 Corinthians 1:7

The Girl Who Has Everything

As I mature, as I grow in wisdom, I come to realize just how good God has been to me.

In grade school, I already found an outlet for my gifts. Starting in the fifth grade, I was allowed to accompany the assemblies on the piano, playing “The Star Spangled Banner,” and the “Viking March” and “Rustic Dance” for the students to march on and off the stage.

Soon I was also playing Elgar’s “Pomp and Circumstances” for the graduation ceremonies. What a special honor and thrill for me to be a part of each graduation, always receiving a beautiful corsage for my efforts.

My drawing and writing talents found a spot when I became editor of “Orr Bits,” our school newspaper. Leadership abilities emerged when elected Mayor of the Student Council.

High School brought more opportunities for expression. Two years in a row my float designs won first place in the homecoming parade.
My best friend, Judy, introduced me to the school counselor, who pulled my school record. She looked at the record. She looked at me. “Why, you’re the girl who has everything!”

But I still had many lessons to learn before I would begin to realize the full responsibility that comes with God’s gifts. May my gifts glorify the Lord!

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