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In service of children and God

In January, when thinking about my 2015 resolutions I made happiness my goal. I wrote about finding happiness in the everyday. Even when I can barely see over the pile of IEPs on my desk, I try to choose happiness. Everyone finds that happiness in different places. For me comes from serving others. Educators who work in the public schools are public servants. We work for the public. For most of us, that means a life dedicated to the service of children.

While sitting in church a few weeks ago, I listened to a great message about serving others. Like all good sermons, it made me think about my own life and life’s work. Jesus was a servant for all man. Read in Mark 10:45, “The Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.”

In the Service of Children

Christian living is walking in the shadow of our servant King. It is making sure that we stay in the path where he loves to serve his people—the path of faith and love. (source)

Serving our communities and being an example of His love is a great way to find happiness in the day to day business of being an SLP. The educators I admire most have a servant’s heart. They make a connection, go the extra mile, and become a pillar of strength for the children they serve. I can only hope to some day look back and see the contributions I’ve made to the lives of children who crossed my path. When the pile of paperwork and the difficult situations make me question the this job I remember His sacrifice. There is no greater example of servanthood than His sacrifice for us. I hope you had a wonderful school year. I hope you take time over the summer to rest, relax, and recharge. Find some new ways to use your talents to serve Him and better support the children you serve during the school year.
Where did you find your happiness this year?

 

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