That means good morning, noon, evening, and night because I have no idea when or where you are reading this so I decided to hit all four.
I have a story for ya'll today! It's based off of the parable of the talents.
Let's start with the characters: three students. A, B, and C. All of these girls are gifted with different talents. Student A has the gift of being athletic, sympathetic, and understanding. Student B has the gift of music, singing and dancing. Student C has the gift of words, being able to speak and to help others see the other side of the conversation.
They're graduating, going off to college soon. They meet with their counselor.
"Student A," says the counselor. "I have noticed that you have been blessed with the gift of being athletic and compassionate. I'm thinking that becoming a physical trainer or physical therapist for those who aren't as blessed would suite you."
Student A responds enthusiastically, and years later, she is renowned for helping thousands regain their strength.
The counselor meets with Student B.
"Student B, I have noticed that you have the incredible talent of music. You have the ability to bring other's together through your words. I think that you could become an amazing singing artist who will bring the world together."
Student B agrees, and later becomes a famous music artist who is known for expressing emotion through her beautiful music.
The counselor meets with Student C.
"Student C, you might have the greatest gift of all. Words can be extremely powerful, and you could become a great public speaker."
Student C, acting indifferent, thanks the counselor for her time and leaves.
It's after graduation now, and S.C has been spending more time on the computer or with their friends then thinking about the future. They receive a scholarship to a high university, but puts off accepting it and instead goes to the movies.
A few years later, the Students and the counselor meet again at a high school reunion.
"Well done, S.A! I can't believe how many lives you have affected. Your talents have grown so much, and I am very proud of you."
S.B comes up and starts to talk with the counselor.
"You were right! Music has truly helped me express my feelings and others through my songs. Thank you so much for helping guide me in the right direction."
"You're welcome, S.B. I'm very proud of how you have managed to help others."
It's nearing the end of the reunion, and S.C runs into the counselor.
"S.C! It's been a long time. I haven't heard from you in forever! How has the public speaking thing gone?"
S.C responds in a tired voice: "I haven't used it."
The counselor, shocked, says: "Why have you not used your talents? You could have helped so many people with your inspiration. I'm sorry, I must go... I wish you well."
Sound familiar?
This is just a modernized version of the Parable of The Talents.
As you can see, S.C didn't not use their talents because they were scared, necessarily, but because they didn't want to. We need to want to excersize our talents and to grow personally. As a Young Woman, learning to cook and to change diapers is a really good talent to learn as you grow closer to becoming a mother. As a Young Man, learning how to used a saw or to jumpstart a car are good talents to learn.
This leads into my scripture of the week: Matt. 25: 21
"His lord said unto him, Well done, thou good and faithful servant: thou hast been faithful over a few things, I will make thee ruler over many things: enter thou into the joy of thy lord."
Heavenly Father will exalt us if we learn to grow what he has given us. When we grow our talents, we grow our spirits.
Please comment any ways this has affected your life or what you want me to post about next!
Stay Talented,
Your Sister
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