growing up is hard

To teach, we must be disciplined.
To discipline, we must love.
To love, we must be humble.
Humility stems from a process of discipline, patience, and experience.
These things I am learning in my personal journey as a teacher.
I cannot change anyone, but I can love and lead and be an example. That can bring change.
We must "be transformed by the renewing of our minds." (Romans 12:2) Changing the way we think. How can I teach others to change the way they think when they won't be bothered to listen? I love. I try to love. I try to be patient.
When does teaching cross over into parenting? Motivation into scolding? Strictness into frustration and anger?
These things I am struggling through.
Don't give up. Don't let up. Don't give in. Don't wallow in self pity.
I have been given the great task and responsibility...no, the honor and privilege of leading young people.
I want to leave a mark. I want to excel. I want to make a difference.
Today I felt very unnecessary. But I refuse to allow the enemy any footholds in my life.
The victory has been won! Satan is defeated!
I am safe in God. Tucked into Him through Jesus Christ.
I've been put in my situations for a reason. I must press on to where He is leading.
"I'm off and running, and I'm not turning back." (Phil. 3:14 Msg)