The show is over – here's to the next one. But how did the critics see it? If they thought the play or musical was good they will write words of praise for the acting or singing, and may make special mention of you or another member of the cast. Great, we like that. On the other hand they may not see it that way. Perhaps we did not perform as well as we should, prompts were needed, we didn't quite bring the show to life as we might have. They write that the show was not a good one or our acting/singing was not good enough. It hurts, but we try to forget and move on.
In our employment there is, at times, the threat of possible redundancy or disappointment that the promotion we were hoping for didn't happen. The company chose someone else even though we feel we deserved it. Or we were one of those to be made redundant. It feels so unfair. In either case we may be forced into looking for a new job with another company, or at least feel like it. Again it hurts, but we try to be positive and move forward.
With God it never ends. We may not understand everything that happens, but in the long run it is for our benefit. The Lord will guide us in his own way, when he decides we need it. We need to constantly strive to reach or maintain his high standards. Not easy is it? I find, all too often, that I'm falling short and having to apologise and ask forgiveness. Fortunately His grace and mercy are unlimited and we all receive forgiveness and the chance to start again.
Just checked my half-yearly report, it says 'can do better'. How was yours?
Jim Finch
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