It's thursday. My last working day[though i work saturdays but somehow i'm so used to it i don't see it as work]. Working for an Australian boss with Australian colleagues ha been interesting. They are highly professional and passionate about their work. They have great attitudes and often challenge me about my own attitude towards music teaching.
I have often had to talk to myself, "Charis. These are ppl who don't know God. You, however, know that this job has literally dropped into your lap because of God. He provided. You never really had to strive for any of your music jobs. Shouldn't your attitude be even better than them?"
Yes. I confess, since I was a young child, i've been prone to complaining and grumbling about duties. My parents reprimanded me a lot. And now, I really need to reprimand myself. To have a totally grateful appreciation for blessings and opportunities my heavenly Daddy has given to me.
I have been so much more free financially because of this job. Teaching about 28 students a week here alos means a lot more valuable experience in teaching and in dealing with different personalities/backgrounds, particularly Aussies.
I still work in two other places. One place is a like a comfortable old shoe. I have learnt to appreciate the flexibility and experience I get there.
The other is where God provides affirmation for just being a teacher and person that I get no where else. The family I teach just showers appreciation . "Charis, you're a fantastic teacher. You're excellent. The kids love ya...etctec". I always feel overwhelmed as I never think in such glowing terms about myself or anything much else. The power of positive words.....and this job also fell in my lap. I love this family. Of affectionate, positive ppl.
God. You are very good. I love you.
I have often had to talk to myself, "Charis. These are ppl who don't know God. You, however, know that this job has literally dropped into your lap because of God. He provided. You never really had to strive for any of your music jobs. Shouldn't your attitude be even better than them?"
Yes. I confess, since I was a young child, i've been prone to complaining and grumbling about duties. My parents reprimanded me a lot. And now, I really need to reprimand myself. To have a totally grateful appreciation for blessings and opportunities my heavenly Daddy has given to me.
I have been so much more free financially because of this job. Teaching about 28 students a week here alos means a lot more valuable experience in teaching and in dealing with different personalities/backgrounds, particularly Aussies.
I still work in two other places. One place is a like a comfortable old shoe. I have learnt to appreciate the flexibility and experience I get there.
The other is where God provides affirmation for just being a teacher and person that I get no where else. The family I teach just showers appreciation . "Charis, you're a fantastic teacher. You're excellent. The kids love ya...etctec". I always feel overwhelmed as I never think in such glowing terms about myself or anything much else. The power of positive words.....and this job also fell in my lap. I love this family. Of affectionate, positive ppl.
God. You are very good. I love you.
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