I read a story recently about a young man that really did not have much going for himself.  He failed every subject in the 8th grade.  He made the golf team, but lost the most important match of the season.  He was awkward socially and very shy.  While in high school he never once asked a girl out on a date.

Only one thing was important to him and that was drawing.  He was proud of his artwork, even though no one else appreciated it.  He submitted cartoons to the editors of his high school yearbook, but they were turned down.  Even so, he aspired to be an artist.  After high school he submitted his artwork to Disney, only to be turned down again.

Still this young man did not quit.  He decided to write his own autobiography in cartoons.  The character he created became famous world-wide- the subject of not only cartoon strips, but countless books, television shows, and licensing opportunities.  This young man was Charles Schulz, creator of the "Peanuts" comic strip.  Like his character, Charlie Brown, Schultz may not have been able to do many things, but he made the most of what he could do.

I encourage you today, to make the most of your God given gifts.  What you make of your life is up to you.  Fill your days with God's Word and the activities that bring you closer to your goals.

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