Tomorrow night, I have the opportunity to speak at a banquet honoring graduating seniors from an area high school. I am planning on sharing that this is a life marker in their lives similar to a mile marker along the highway – a marker showing progress and accomplishment. All of us pass life markers through the course of our lives – first words, first steps, first day at school, getting a driver’s license, first date – many, many life markers. It is a huge step for them.
For some, this could mean a new chapter in their lives. Unfortunately, for some, it may mean nothing more than more of the same – a continuation of life as usual. The choice is really up to them. That is the significance of this particular life marker – no longer will they have anyone standing over them, making decisions for them – this one is on them. They can choose to do life as usual, or they can take hold of this opportunity to become the person God intended.
As I prepared this talk, I began to ask myself some of the same questions. Questions like, what am I doing today to become more like Jesus – to be more of the person God intended? Do I have the drive to relentlessly pursue God’s plan for my life?
How about you?
There is good news! It is never too late! Grab hold of the opportunity afforded by a new day! Go make a difference!
Clay in the Hands 
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