Five Minute Friday: Hero

Welcome! Its Friday and I am doing a happy dance, literally. It was a busy week-but a good week. I was blessed by Rand Hummel's preaching at my church's revival this week. Today at school was one word--crazy....lets just say a fundraiser meeting and chocolate-enough said. But, my favorite thing about Friday is "Five Minute Friday" taking a break from the business of life and breathing and thanking the Lord that He helped me through another week at school. The writing prompt today is: HERO. As I thought of this word I wasn't quite sure where to go with it...but then I figured it out. =-) Yay me! 

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There are many people who have been influential in my life to make me what I am today. If it weren't for each teacher, pastor, friend, and my parents I wouldn't be where I am today. In Science this week I taught my students how God has a plan for their life and how they need to take the time to learn from those around them, especially the adults in their life. I pray and hope everyday I am being that godly influence in their life. I have to admit, the past few weeks (since Christmas break ended) has been the hardest. 

I had many teachers that helped me a long the way, tutored me in math, spelling, and reading--they are my hero because they encouraged me not to give up when I wanted to throw the towel in. 

My parents are my heroes, because they gave me things I needed (and didn't always necessarily need) they were sacrificial and loving. They taught me how to love God, serve Him, and were willing to "cut the apron strings off" when I told them I wanted to move to Florida. 

The pastors I have had in my life were my heroes. They showed me how to live a godly life, taught me God's Word and were always there when I needed advice.

My current pastor's wife is a hero of mine because she shows what a Proverbs 31 woman should be. She is  encourages, a second mom, and someone who I know will give me godly advice. 

I may have taken for granted at the time the influence these people had in my life, but today I am very thankful for the time and the love people invested in me--after all most of them were teachers and I am now one. I hope to show the same to the students and kids around me~