Good morning! I hope you had a wonderful weekend and have hit the ground running this morning.
This past week I had the pleasure of conducting a sports camp at our church. I always enjoy doing sports camps, because it is a time to teach the basics and fundamentals of a game to a group of children. It is also a time when I pass along my own experiences as a player in conjunction with the knowledge and wisdom of my coaches from years past.
The passing on of knowledge and skills is seen in Scripture as well:
Job 8:10 (NLT)
But those who came before us will teach you. They will teach you from the wisdom of former generations.
One of the greatest sources of wisdom and insight that we have is the experience of those who have gone before us. Military officers study the tactics and outcomes of past military strategists. Law enforcement officials study past crimes and schemes. The lessons of life lived are powerful. They give great wisdom and insight into the challenges of today.
In today’s world we are encouraged to be self sufficient, but unfortunately all too often we end up re-inventing the wheel. We make mistakes that could have been avoided by studying the past undertakings of others.
This week I want to challenge you to tap into the wisdom of those who have gone before you. You may want to have lunch with someone from a different generation and let them share with you the struggles of the Great Depression or World War. Perhaps you could learn from that grandparent who raised many children and has now watched the raising of grandchildren. Find someone who was a pioneer in your career field and ask a few questions that open the doors their vault of experience.
Until next Monday, may God’s richest blessings be yours this week.
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