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ACCOMPLISHMENT FEELS GREAT
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PHOTO: First ever US Gold Medal Olympians in Ice Dancing: Meryl Davis & Charlie White, source
ACCOMPLISHMENT FEELS GREAT!
Ask Meryl Davis and Charlie White (above). On Monday, they made history by setting new world records and becoming the first ever U.S. GOLD Medal Olympians in Ice Dancing.
Yes. I’ve been watching the Winter Olympics… not as steadfastly as the Summer Olympics since everybody in Sochi looks so cold. But each night, if at home, I’ve been catching up on world athletes skating, skiing, flipping, dipping, curling and shooting. Biathlon… Who knew?
HARD WORK => SWEET SUCCESS
Proverbs 13:19 begins, “Desire realized is sweet to the soul…” Isn’t that true? It’s been heartbreaking to watch some Olympians who have worked relentlessly for 4, 8, sometimes 12 years fall or fall apart. But it’s been exhilarating to see those who have worked just as hard rise to the top of their game and eke out victory. Success is sweet, especially when it comes after 17 years of skating together.
According to their website, Meryl Davis and Charlie White have put in the hard work and skated together longer than any other US ice dance team – 17 years. Charlie started skating at age 3 and Meryl at age 5, and the soon-to-be-graduates of the University of Michigan became a team by age 10. In their (almost) 2 decades together, they have won 2010 Olympic Silver Medals, 2011 & 2013 World Championships, 2009-2014 U.S. Championships, and 2009-2013 Grand Prix Final Championships. One report said they worked on one of their winning lifts for 2 whole years! There’s already talk about Dancing With the Stars.
TEAM WORK
What’s even more fascinating is that Meryl and Charlie have been training partners with rivals Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir (CANADA) for 9 years in suburban Detroit under the same coach, Russian-born Marina Zoueva. 4 years ago, Tessa and Scott won the GOLD medals, while Meryl and Charlie took SILVER. This year, Meryl and Charlie took GOLD, while Tessa and Scott took SILVER. There’s something about daily working with folks who are in the top tier of your field. There’s accountability and the constant push to do your very best.
OUR GOOD NEWS!
Kudos to our Hope in the Hills and extended internet family for our accomplishment thus far going through the Bible in a year. We are currently finishing the Book of Leviticus (whew!), which means we have completed 4 books of the Bible in 2.5 months, reading or listening 15 minutes daily using the Chronological Reading Plan on BIBLE.COM. That’s Genesis, Job, Exodus, and Leviticus, and Leviticus was tough going some days. That’s why it’s good to pause and say, “Good Job! Enjoy! Accomplishment feels great!”
On Sunday, we start the Book of Numbers. If you’re just tuning in, feel free to jump in with NUMBERS or start with GENESIS. The point is to encourage each other to spend time in relationship with the Lord each day, and to get to know Him better through His Word.
And know you’re not alone. We’re all in this together. Similar to Meryl and Charlie training with Tessa and Scott, we’re all pushing each other to finish well. I love God’s Word, but some days, I was motivated to keep reading about Israel’s dietary laws and treatments of skin diseases simply because I knew we would discuss on Sundays. If you’re not here in L.A., get a partner, or use the APP to share with me that you’re keeping track. It helps.
Whatever goals we’ve set – gold medals, Dancing With the Stars, or going through the Bible in a Year – let’s take a moment to savor the sweet feeling of accomplishment when we’ve completed a part of the journey. As I finished Leviticus this morning, I could’ve thrown my hands up in the air and waved to the heavenlies. I may as well had been on the Olympic platform. All I needed was a head wreath and leaf bouquet… and a coat, scarf and skully!
What have you accomplished? Let’s celebrate it.
Lots of love from the LaLa,
Naima
Rev. Naima Lett, D.MIN, ABD
The Hollywood Christian®
Author of coming release Confessions of a Hollywood Christian®
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Bible in One Year,
Rev. Naima, Thank you for inspiring and encouraging us to read the Bible in one year! When I first saw it on your blog I thought, it’s impossible, I’ll never have the time with a two-year-old and the crazy DC commute.
But, I am so excited to tell you that I listen each morning during my commute on the YouVersion, the Bible App. I am learning a great deal and enjoying that time in God’s word. I’m still working on my patience with DC drivers, but the Word focuses me on what important.
Thank you again! Andrea
You’re welcome, Andrea, and THANK YOU for letting me know.
I’m ecstatic for you that you jumped in and took that leap of faith at the beginning of the year and continue to make the commitment every day to drawing closer to the Lord through His Word every day.
CONGRATULATIONS!!! I LOVE IT!!!
I pray that your time each day will be exactly what you need. I remember the commute in D.C.! LOL! Godly proud of you. Go forth!
Lots of love from the LaLa,
Naima
Greetings with love from my bride Suzanne and me. It has been some time since you have graced the halls of Grace Church with your talent, supported by your super huz, Kevin.
Our daughter Laura is a D.Drama.ABD through UCSD and is struggling desperately . Please pray for her. She is gifted beyond belief and we love her with all our heart.
We relate to our children. They are proliferate computer folk.
While a misty sad, we must disconnect from your blog.
Love from us in Him,
we
Totally understand, Rick. Wonderful to hear from you.
Will definitely pray for your daughter.
Please feel free to have her reach out to me. We love artists, and we love artists in California.
Best to you and Suzanne,
Lots of love from the LaLa,
Naima
I was introduced to you by my sister Zeda, who is a minister of music. I’m working working on promoting her CD. I am also promoting my fiance’s health and wellness products. She is a RN and her focus is on detoxification . We would love to bring our ministry to beautiful sunny California. We heard you and your husband’s testimony and were very impressed. We are praying for you and your husband’s success. And remember 3 John 2 Beloved, I wish above all things that thou may prosper and be in good health, even as thy soul prospers.