Destiny

From a very early age I have dreamed of great accomplishments. I have listened to others tell of their dreams and hopes. Today, after many years have passed some have accomplished their dreams; others are yet working toward fulfillment of their dreams; and sadly, there are those that have given up their dreams.

Why did some give up, while other persevered? I think the answer is in the following story:

A young man, just starting out in life, decided to go fishing early one morning. When he arrived at his favorite spot, he couldn’t believe his eyes because standing in the water a few feet from the shore was his hero, an aged man who had enjoyed great success in life.

Barely able to contain his emotions, he waded out into the lake toward the old gentleman. The old man acknowledged him with a smile. Then the young man just started sputtering, “Sir, good morning! I admire your life. You have accomplished so much! Please tell me the secret to your success!”

The old gentleman, without warning, grabbed the young man by the back of the neck and forced him face down into the water. The young man struggled for air and just when he thought he was about to die the old man freed him.

Coughing and spitting out water he gasped, “You could have killed me! What were you thinking?”

With no emotion the old man answered, “You wanted to know the secret of my success. When you want to succeed as much as you wanted that next breath of air – then you will succeed.”

Never let go of your God-given dreams, they define your destiny.

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