Do you know what delayed gratification
is? It is something you need to know about and understand the
significance to your life.
If you practice delayed gratification,
you put off an immediate pleasure so that you can experience a
greater pleasure at a later date.
Saving money is a great example of
this. Instead of spending your money on little things, like candy,
you save it up to buy one big thing, like an ipad.
Practicing music or sports is another
example. Remember those times when you would rather take a break or
go to a fun event, but it is time to practice. Practicing can lead
you to greater opportunities if you stick with it. You might get to
play in an exciting tournament or perform an amazing song. Or maybe
just being good at it is the greater pleasure.
Jesus is our perfect example. He
endured death on the cross, so that we could live. We were the joy
set before him.
Let us remember what He did, and never
lose heart.
Hebrews 12:1-3
And let us run with perseverance
the race marked out for us, 2fixing our eyes on Jesus, the
pioneer and perfecter of faith. For the joy set before him he endured
the cross, scorning its shame, and sat down at the right hand of the
throne of God. 3Consider him who endured such opposition from
sinners, so that you will not grow weary and lose heart.
This is not only inspiring to your kids, but I needed to hear it today as well.
ReplyDeleteThanks Jen.
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