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Daily devotion for 25Sep

One thing rarely asked is this: “Is God trustworthy?” #toughquestionsforgod #dailydevotion

Lead Singer of 3 Doors Down Speaks of Christ’s Love During Powerful Concert Moment

Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the rock group 3 Doors Down, spoke of Christ’s love during one of the band’s concerts, making for a powerful moment.

Many people today are broken and lost, feeling alone and unloved. They erroneously believe, for one reason or another, that no one cares or loves them and that their lives mean nothing. They believe there is no hope and see no end to their struggle and pain.

People are in desperate need of Christ’s love, healing and forgiveness. But how can they accept or receive something they have never heard of? That’s why it’s so crucial for Christians to share the message of Christ’s love. That was exactly what the lead singer of 3 Doors Down did during one of the band’s concert stops.

A clip posted on YouTube captures Brad, the singer of songs like “Kryptonite” and “Here Without You,” addressing a crowd of thousands. Brad admits that he typically doesn’t speak much during concerts but that “something was put on my heart.” He informs concertgoers that they matter, and even when they feel alone and broken, Jesus Christ loves them.

Brad says that the world constantly tells people they don’t deserve love. He goes on to add that people are repeatedly told that they are not good enough in this or that way, that they don’t measure up, and that they fail to miss the mark.

“They’re driven down our throats every single day, that we’ll never be good enough, and that nobody really, really loves us,” he said. “But my friends, I just want to take a second to tell you that’s an absolute lie. You are loved. You are loved, and you are enough, and you will win. Not only can you win, but you will win. And you’ll always be enough for one reason, and that’s because Jesus Christ loves you.”

Later in the clip, Brad states that Christ's love for us remains even in our many stumbles, falls and failures.

Before the end of the clip, Brad asks if the crowd would do him a favor and repeat some words after him.

“I am the one that Jesus loves,” Brad says.

What a powerful and moving moment of someone using their platform and influence to share the love of Christ with thousands.

Romans 5:8 “But God has made clear his love to us, in that, when we were still sinners, Christ gave his life for us.”

Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman Brighten the Day of 8-Year-Old Battling Cancer

Actors Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman helped to brighten the day of an 8-year-old battling a rare form of cancer.

Some truly terrible things happen in this world. Turn on a local or national television news broadcast or go to any news-oriented website, and you’ll quickly be confronted with one, but likely multiple instances detailing a horrible, heartbreaking situation. Sadly, there is no escaping it. It is all around us in this fallen, lost world.

But whatever awful situation you may read or hear about, there is one that will always hit you right square in the gut: children battling deadly diseases. Children are the most innocent and vulnerable members of society. Hearing one of those little ones has cancer or some other life-threatening condition is enough to bring tears to most people’s eyes.

In a clip posted on social media, Ryan Reynolds and Hugh Jackman do what they can to help bring a smile to a young man battling cancer. The joy the two gentlemen bring the 8-year-old is enough to make you smile.

Nash, an 8-year-old fighting a rare form of cancer, is a massive fan of Ryan and Hugh. The video begins with Nash coloring at a table when he’s interrupted by Ryan unexpectedly entering the room. Ryan informs the little guy that there is no way out of the room and that, unfortunately, he’s stuck with him.

Nash is left speechless, unable to comprehend that Ryan Reynolds has just entered the room. 

Ryan sits down with the young man, spends time with him and carries on a conversation. He informs Nash that what he’s going through is enormous for someone of his young age to have to endure. He also tells the little guy that the grit, perseverance and determination he develops during this situation will serve him well in life.

Near the end of the clip, Ryan brings up Hugh on his phone, who greets the young man and gives him some encouragement.

Ryan’s visit with Nash ends with the two of them warmly embracing.

Ephesians 4:32 “And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you.”

Man Turns Coworker’s Entire Workstation Into a Lego Masterpiece

One man played a prank on his coworker and turned his entire workstation into a LEGO masterpiece.

Everyone must make a living and find a way to pay those pesky and annoying bills that seem to arrive every month. For most people, the answer to their bill issue is to get a 9-to-5 position that will pay enough to meet those financial obligations. That weekly or bi-weekly paycheck always makes going into the office worth it.

While we should all be grateful when the Lord provides us a way to make a living, working an everyday job can get old fast. Going to the same place and doing the same thing Monday through Friday can become dull and might even make you resent your place of work.

Well, one man found a way to bring a little change and add fun to his work life. Likely inspired by the classic television show The Office, one man played a hilarious prank on his coworker who was on vacation for two weeks.

In the clip posted on YouTube, the young man announces that he has decided to turn his coworker’s workstation, including his desk and computer, into the LEGO version. He only has two weeks to complete his prank, so he has to work fast.

His transformation begins easily enough with the contents of the coworker’s mug—pens, highlighters, scissors and the mug itself. Then, he quickly moves on to the stapler, tape dispenser and even the trash can.

Then, the young man unveils the LEGO computer screens that he has expertly crafted using the tiny toy blocks. Hilariously enough, the computer monitors are even built to make it appear his coworker is in the middle of a game of solitaire.

His handiwork is complete as he puts the final piece in place. He carries a smooth, large brown LEGO surface that will now serve as his coworker’s desk. Once he locks it into place, the transformation is finally finished.

When the man, Jerry, returns to find his workstation, which is now a LEGO masterpiece, he takes it all in stride. There were several laughs, and he even critiqued what he could have or should have done better.

Proverbs 17:22 “A glad heart makes a healthy body, but a crushed spirit makes the bones dry.”

Loving Without Judging: Seeing Beyond Body Size

Have you wondered what the 40 Day Journey is like? Here's a clip from a live group call, where Heather answers the question from a participant “When I see someone struggling in a larger body, I don't want to judge them for their size, but is it wrong to think I don’t want to struggle the way they do, or that I don't want that life?” Ready for real body image change? Learn more here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge To find out more or to get Christian body image coaching, Visit https://www.improvebodyimage.com 🔔God made your body on purpose and for His purpose! Subscribe to Compared to Who? for relatable, truth-centered discussions on body image, eating disorders, intuitive eating, and faith. If you want biblical truth around body and food, you're in the right place: https://www.youtube.com/@ComparedtoWho/tutorials?sub_confirmation=1 👋🏻 Stay Connected With Me Take the 5-Day Body Image Challenge: https://www.improvebodyimage.com Join our Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024 ============================= 🙏🏻Great Videos to Improve Your Body Image for Christian Women 👉 Inspiring Videos to Improve Your Body Image and Get Rid of Body Image Idol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbyqdRN8NeM&list=PLd0CDQLO0fRZtgISdT2G_7eWpPp6LpyiC&pp=iAQB 👉 Learning How to Love Your Body Well: https://youtu.be/8PdAYBxOWe4?si=xlQrmX6VjEdEpaKQ 👉 New Workbook for Christian Women with Body Image Issues: Get Healthy, Feel Better About Your Body https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ag2jODjSgMM 👉 I Just Want to Feel Okay About My Body: https://youtu.be/fhDjy4BFsR4 👉 Six Things for a Christian Women to Do When She Feels Fat: https://youtu.be/CZjWDB0KSzY?si=g0if4H9OlMT6FExT ============================= 😁 About Compared to Who?. **The Go-to Podcast for Christian women who want to improve their body image and stop comparing!** Are you a Christian woman who is tired of the same old answers to your body image and comparison struggles? Have you "tried everything," yet still feel like your body isn't enough or should be better? Do you know that "you're fearfully and wonderfully made" yet STILL feel like maybe God should have made your body better? If you answered yes, then Compared to Who? A Biblical Approach to Body Image is the show for you! I'm Heather Creekmore, author of four books, podcast host, speaker, and Christian body image coach. My approach to body image issues is relatable, authentic, and truth-driven. Listen to laugh about all the common ways we struggle and find encouragement for our journey. Interested in coaching, connecting, or learning more about the show? Visit: https://www.improvebodyimage.com 📩 Email: [email protected] 🔔Your body is not a mistake! God made you on purpose, for his purpose. Subscribe to Compared to Who? for relatable biblical truth about your body image! https://www.youtube.com/@ComparedtoWho/tutorials?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= #bodyimage #bodyimageissues #bodyimagefreedom #christiancoaching #christianpodcast #christianwomen #heathercreekmore #comparedtowho #40dayjourney #bodyimageworkbook ⚠️Disclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. Advice, suggestions, ideas presented here do not constitute or substitute for medical or mental health advice. Please seek counsel from your doctor or mental health provider. Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Compared to Who? You're invited to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube channel is provided. © Compared to Who?

How Do I Hold Onto The Truth About Body Image Idolatry?

Have you wondered what the 40 Day Journey is like? Here's a clip from a live group call, where Heather answers the question from a participant "I feel like I’m finally seeing clearly about body image idolatry, but how do I hold onto this truth going forward and not lose it?" Ready for real body image change? Learn more here: https://www.improvebodyimage.com/40-day-challenge To find out more or to get Christian body image coaching, Visit https://www.improvebodyimage.com 🔔God made your body on purpose and for His purpose! Subscribe to Compared to Who? for relatable, truth-centered discussions on body image, eating disorders, intuitive eating, and faith. If you want biblical truth around body and food, you're in the right place: https://www.youtube.com/@ComparedtoWho/tutorials?sub_confirmation=1 👋🏻 Stay Connected With Me Take the 5-Day Body Image Challenge: https://www.improvebodyimage.com Join our Private Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/764271297116024 ============================= 🙏🏻Great Videos to Improve Your Body Image for Christian Women 👉 Inspiring Videos to Improve Your Body Image and Get Rid of Body Image Idol https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KbyqdRN8NeM&list=PLd0CDQLO0fRZtgISdT2G_7eWpPp6LpyiC&pp=iAQB 👉 Learning How to Love Your Body Well: https://youtu.be/8PdAYBxOWe4?si=xlQrmX6VjEdEpaKQ 👉 New Workbook for Christian Women with Body Image Issues: Get Healthy, Feel Better About Your Body https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ag2jODjSgMM 👉 I Just Want to Feel Okay About My Body: https://youtu.be/fhDjy4BFsR4 👉 Six Things for a Christian Women to Do When She Feels Fat: https://youtu.be/CZjWDB0KSzY?si=g0if4H9OlMT6FExT ============================= 😁 About Compared to Who?. **The Go-to Podcast for Christian women who want to improve their body image and stop comparing!** Are you a Christian woman who is tired of the same old answers to your body image and comparison struggles? Have you "tried everything," yet still feel like your body isn't enough or should be better? Do you know that "you're fearfully and wonderfully made" yet STILL feel like maybe God should have made your body better? If you answered yes, then Compared to Who? A Biblical Approach to Body Image is the show for you! I'm Heather Creekmore, author of four books, podcast host, speaker, and Christian body image coach. My approach to body image issues is relatable, authentic, and truth-driven. Listen to laugh about all the common ways we struggle and find encouragement for our journey. Interested in coaching, connecting, or learning more about the show? Visit: https://www.improvebodyimage.com 📩 Email: [email protected] 🔔Your body is not a mistake! God made you on purpose, for his purpose. Subscribe to Compared to Who? for relatable biblical truth about your body image! https://www.youtube.com/@ComparedtoWho/tutorials?sub_confirmation=1 ================================= #bodyimage #bodyimageissues #bodyimagefreedom #bodyimageidolatry #comparedtowho #40dayjourney #heathercreekmore #christianwomen #christianpodcast ⚠️Disclaimer: This show is for informational purposes only. Advice, suggestions, ideas presented here do not constitute or substitute for medical or mental health advice. Please seek counsel from your doctor or mental health provider. Copyright Notice: This video and my YouTube channel contain dialogue, music, and images that are the property of Compared to Who? You're invited to share the video link and channel and embed this video in your website or others as long as a link back to my YouTube channel is provided. © Compared to Who?

Daily Devotion for 24Sep

Regardless of what’s going on in your life .. God has a great plan … right? #toughquestionsforgod #dailydevotion ##icmi

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Daily Devotion for 23Sep

Sometimes the path of life ahead seems so unrealistic and daunting! Is God really leading us to a wonderful life, or is it “pin-in-the-sky?” #toughquestionsforgod #dailydevotion #icmi

School Janitor’s Emotional Reaction to Students’ Jeep Surprise Will Warm Your Heart

A high school janitor's emotional reaction to a group of students' Jeep surprise will warm your heart.

Life can and often is a struggle to survive. The concerns, worries and burdens that typically accompany everyday living can weigh and run you down physically and mentally. Unfortunately, there will be instances that push you to your brink, causing you to cry out for help.

When life's dark valleys and storms arrive, remember that God has promised He will never leave nor forsake us. Even when it may seem that He has disappeared or ceased to be involved, He is still working in that situation. No problem or circumstance is too big for Him.

Additionally, God also uses those around us in these situations. He'll also allow those around us to shower us with love and kindness even when we aren't struggling or hurting. It's one of the many ways the Lord shows how much he loves and cares for us.

In a short but touching clip posted on YouTube, a group of high school students came together to show how much they love and appreciate a janitor at their school. Francis Apraku works at a Virginia high school, and he has struck up friendships with the students.

The students mentioned that Francis is always such a friendly, caring individual. One of the students said Francis is the first person to ask about their problems if they were having a bad day. He genuinely cares about them, showing them kindness and concern.

The students, wanting to return the favor, decided to do something nice for Francis. The video states that the hard-working janitor sends money to his relatives in Ghana. But the students asked him if he could buy anything at all for himself. If he could, what would it be? A Jeep Wrangler, Francis told them.

That's precisely what the students set out to buy. They immediately started a fundraising campaign, raising $22,000 for the Jeep Wrangler.

When the moment arrived, and the boys presented Francis with the 2015 Jeep Wrangler, he was brought to his knees with tears streaming from his eyes.

"I can't believe this in America," Francis said. "Only in America. America is a great country. I mean, God bless America."

Ephesians 4:32 "And be kind to one another, full of pity, having forgiveness for one another, even as God in Christ had forgiveness for you."

I Need Thee Every Hour by the Bagpipe Preacher

Inspirational rendition of the beautiful hymn, "I Need Thee Every Hour", by the Bagpipe Preacher...

Daily Devotion for 20Sep

Wait a minute, the Bible says to trust in God regardless…? Really? #toughquestionsforgod #dailydevotion #icmi

Adele Has Heartwarming Interaction with Young Fan During Concert

A young fan gets spotted by Adele at her concert, and it is absolutely precious. Watch as Adele stops to talk with her little concert buddy.

This video clip starts at an Adele concert. We see Adele simply talking with her audience when she spots an adorable young fan sitting in the front row. Adele stops mid-sentence to say hello to the little girl. This little girl is just so blessed to be called out by Adele. I bet she’s just so tickled.

Adele decides to bend down, even in her long, beautiful gown so that she can speak with her young fan more personally. She tells the little girl it’s nice to meet her and asks, “What’s your name?” The little girl responded to Adele, “Kathy.” The crowd cheers as Adele repeats her name louder into the microphone. The little girl is then asked how old she is, and she responds a little more clearly, “Five!” Adele hilariously then says, “Five? Is that right? I’m thirty-six.” The audience laughs.

Adele continues her sweet conversation with the little girl by asking Kathy if she’s enjoying the show and by talking about what Kathy is wearing. Adele also thanks her young fan, Kathy, for coming to her show. Before Adele starts to get up, she tells Kathy how cute she is. It’s such a sweet interaction. The clip ends with Adele joking about how difficult it is going to be to stand up in her dress. Again, the crowd bursts into laughter. 

How sweet of Adele to stop to talk with this little fan, Kathy. I’m sure Kathy and her parents felt so special! Adele’s kindness and tenderheartedness are shown in this intimate interaction.

Ephesians 4:32 - Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, as God in Christ forgave you.

Heroic Officer's Daring, Action-Movie Move Saves Man’s Life

A heroic officer successfully performed a daring, action-movie maneuver during an emergency and saved one man's life.

Law enforcement is one of the most dangerous career fields. The men and women in those professions often see and interact with some of society's worst elements. They continually risk their safety and lives for the well-being of others. When most people run away from a disaster or an emergency, firefighters and police officers head towards it.

While those men and women are certainly heroic and completely deserving of respect and admiration, Hollywood movies commonly embellish their deeds. In many action films, firefighters and police officers have almost superhero abilities, pulling off impossible feats with little ease. Well, one police officer's heroic action does not require any embellishment. What she did was straight out of a movie!

A clip posted on YouTube captured the woman's brave move as she and her partner responded to the scene. The video explains that a driver was experiencing a medical emergency while heading down the road. The truck was swerving back and forth on the road, which could have resulted in deadly crashes.

The responding police vehicle can be seen pulling up next to the truck. While moving down the road, the officer can be heard telling the driver to "roll the back window down all the way!" and to "Stop the vehicle."

Unfortunately, as the officers explained, the driver was in a daze and did not respond to those instructions. The officer was left with only one move in trying to get the vehicle to stop.

With the police car only six inches away from the truck, the female officer begins to climb out of the police vehicle and into the truck. She goes from the police car to the truck while both vehicles continue to move down the road!

Once inside the truck, the police officer manages to stop the vehicle. She quickly put it in park and shut it off.

What an extraordinary and heroic move! She put her own life at risk as she saved the truck driver and other motorists from potential harm.

2 Timothy 1:7 "For God did not give us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of self-control."

Bride’s Big Day Gets a Disco Twist with Surprise Flash Mob to ABBA Classic

One bride's big day took a disco twist when she was surprised with a flash mob to an ABBA classic tune.

Marriage is a massive step for any couple. It should not be taken lightly and should only be entered into after much prayer and consideration. Once that has been done and the big question has been popped, things quickly turn into the wedding-planning phase.

A wedding is a beautiful ceremony filled with joy, laughter and love. It's also an intricately and delicately planned occasion that can often take several months or even years. But when everything has been planned and sorted out, the big day arrives faster than most couples anticipate. At that point, their only hope and wish is that everything goes off without a hitch. Experiencing unplanned issues on your wedding day could be horrible and even cause an unmitigated disaster.

A clip posted on YouTube shows a bride experiencing something she had never planned for or anticipated. However, instead of becoming a massive problem and ruining her big day, it likely became one of the sweetest, most memorable parts of her wedding day.

The short clip shows a massive group of wedding attendees participating in a flash mob. The crowd essentially moves as one as they perform a synchronized dance number to ABBA's "Dancing Queen."

While the crowd moves and grooves to the 1970s hit, the camera pans right and captures the bride and groom standing together as they look down at the crowd. The bride's reaction indicates that she was completely surprised and blown away by the impromptu dance routine from her family and friends. 

While she is absolutely taken aback, it's also clear that she loves it.

What a sweet, memorable moment the bride and her groom will remember for the rest of their lives.

Psalm 149:3 "Let them give praise to his name in the dance: let them make melody to him with instruments of brass and corded instruments of music."

Officer Rushes to The Scene And Helps Deliver Baby in CVS Parking Lot

An officer rushed to the scene of an emergency and helped to deliver a baby in a CVS parking lot.

The men and women in law enforcement are some of the bravest individuals you will ever meet. They regularly experience the worst elements our society has to offer. When everyone else runs away from an emergency or disaster, police officers and firefighters go in the other direction. They are individuals looking to help whenever something tragic occurs.

Police officers and firefighters often offer comfort and safety during uncertainty and despair. Their efforts may even save a life or, as one clip posted on social media shows, help bring a new life into the world.

As every parent knows, children do not generally adhere to any schedule. When they want or need something, they want it now, regardless of the time or the inconvenience it may cause Mom and Dad.

When on duty, Lieutenant Sedrick Hayes received a radio call for help; he immediately rushed over. Once on the scene, he discovered Cam and Lindsay Hamden. The couple was in a CVS parking lot because Lindsay was pregnant, and they both knew the child was about to arrive and they weren't going to make it to the hospital.

 As the clip mentions, Lindsay was grateful for Officer Hayes' assistance with the birth.

"He was like, 'How are you? Are you Ok?'" Lindsay said. "I'm like, 'I'm in a lot of pain,' and she shoots out and then she starts crying. And hearing him say, like, 'She's breathing, her color looks good.'"

Later in the clip, it's revealed that God had placed Officer Hayes in the right place at the right time. This was the second birth that the officer had helped with while on duty. He had previously helped deliver a baby in 2001.

Isaiah 41:10 "Have no fear, for I am with you; do not be looking about in trouble, for I am your God; I will give you strength, yes, I will be your helper; yes, my true right hand will be your support."

Teacher Finds Out She’s Pregnant and Her Co-Workers React with Pure Joy

The day began like any other—just another morning of lesson plans, grading, and greeting students. But when her phone buzzed in her pocket, it didn’t feel like an ordinary day. This teacher finds out she’s pregnant, and her co-workers react with pure joy! She answers the phone call that would change everything. 

On the other end of the line was a nurse delivering the news she had waited seven years to year. “Hey! You are pregnant,” the nurse said. The look on her face was one of pure joy and shock. It was as if the world had stopped for a moment. 

After seven long years of battling infertility, endless doctor appointments, and heartache after heartache, this news felt almost too good to be true. The good Lord knows this woman had to have cried, prayed, and pleaded for this moment, wondering if she would ever get to become a mother. And now, standing in her classroom, her knees nearly gave as she let the good news sink in. She no doubt felt so many raw emotions at once, like gratitude, joy, and disbelief. She pressed her hand to her mouth, hardly able to believe life was growing inside her.

Within seconds, word spread quickly, and her fellow friends and co-workers came rushing out of their classrooms. One by one, they gathered around her, eyes wide with excitement. They began jumping up and down, some squealing, others shouting with joy!  A few twirled in celebration, and before she knew it, she was wrapped in a sea of arms—friends who had stood by her through the toughest days and now were here to share in her joy. The joy in the air was infectious. It was as if the entire hallway had become a stage for a spontaneous celebration of life and love, all because God had answered her prayers.

For seven years, this teacher had waited for this moment. Seven years of longing, doubt, and countless prayers whispered into the night. It had been a journey of faith—one that had stretched her heart in ways she never expected. But now, standing in the middle of her friends’ God had answered her long-awaited prayer–a baby! Her struggles weren’t forgotten, but they had been redeemed. 

In that hallway, surrounded by laughter, tears, and heartfelt congratulations, it was clear: sometimes, the greatest miracles come after the longest waits. And when they do, they bring with them a flood of joy that makes every tear and prayer along the way worth it. It isn’t amazing the beautiful way God works through our most difficult seasons of waiting? 

1 Samuel 1:27 "For this child I prayed, and the Lord has granted me my petition that I made to him."

Quick-Thinking Bus Driver Saves Child Running Down Busy Street

Watch as a bus driver’s quick thinking helps save a child who was spotted running down a busy street. 

A bus driver named Peter saw a little boy running down the middle of a street all alone. This little boy was found in just a diaper and a tank top. He didn’t even have any shoes on. Peter quickly decided to help the little boy. Peter chose to block the intersection and secure his bus. This helped to protect himself, the little boy, and others who may stumble onto the scene.

After making sure the environment was safe, Peter quickly jumped off of his bus and picked up the little boy. Peter found that the little boy couldn’t speak. He then decided to call his union rep as well as 911 to get assistance.

The Police showed up to help, but the cutest thing was that the little boy wanted to get another hug from Peter. Isn’t that just so precious? As we go on to find out in the video, the little boy was about four blocks from home and happened to wander out of his home while his father was asleep and his mother was at work. Thank goodness there was a good man like Peter around to help!

Upon the boy’s return, Peter shares that the mom of the little boy was beyond grateful for Peter’s quick thinking and the help he provided for her son. Peter even goes on to say that the mom and he are good friends on Facebook, now. Even situations like these can develop friendships.

I wonder how many people passed this little boy on the street and didn’t do anything. Sometimes, it can be hard to take action when we’re caught up in the busyness of life and our own circumstances. We can thank God for good people in the world, such as Peter and that he took quick action to help a young child in need. 

Hebrews 13:16  "And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased."

Daily Devotion for 18Sep

Life is hard! Life can be overwhelming at times! So, now what …? #toughquestionsforgod #dailydevotion #stpaulludington #inchristministriesinternational

Teacher Uses Creative Yet Simple Method to Teach Kids About Fairness

An elementary school teacher used a creative yet simple method to teach children about fairness.

Life is not fair, and anyone who has spent any amount of time in the world knows this. Anyone who says the world is fair is either lying, insane or likely a little of both. Unfair situations and circumstances happen to people every single day. People have to endure painful, horrible and unjust things that they did not bring upon themselves.

Despite life not being fair, children grow up with this idea that things must be fair. They have to be fair because why wouldn't they be?  However, fairness and life being fair are not part of most people's realities. A clip posted on social media shows how a teacher used class time to teach her elementary students about fairness.

As the teacher explained, the impromptu lesson came about because she heard a student say that so and so received something that they did not. Of course, this was an unfair ordeal; that was the student's assessment.

The teacher then has several students grab a yardstick at the front of her classroom. One by one, the children reach out for the yardstick. Some of them, being shorter than others, require a chair to reach the yardstick, while other kids do not.

The educator then explains the situation to the kids.

"Jack is way taller; he didn't need the chair," the woman says. "Not all of you are going to need the same things. Some things are going to be really easy for some of you. Some things are going to be really hard for some of you. So, you might look around and think, 'Hey, that's not fair.'"

The clip ends with the teaching perfectly summarizing the lesson on fairness.

"Fair doesn't mean everyone gets the same thing," she says. "Your experience isn't the experience."

Proverbs 31:9 "Open your mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy."

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