Striving for Excellence through Skill Sharpening

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Existence loses its purpose if it is lived in a constant state of hustle and activity. A life well lived is one that invests in honing one's abilities. Investing in your skill-sharpening now will pay off later in life. By God's grace, strive to be the greatest in all that you do and do not accept for mediocrity. You have a dedication to self-improvement similar to that of a farmer. A prudent farmer will make use of his seasonal off-season to replace, repair, and update his machinery. He physically hones the plow's points, fixes tractor engines, and maintains and cleans his tools.

An agriculturalist who is well-prepared and constantly striving for improvement will not just make it through, but thrive. In the same vein, there are moments to act and moments to collect yourself, hone your skills, and plan for the next big project. A person with refined abilities is a useful tool in God's hands. His goal is to make the most of you. Your role is to keep getting better. Spending time honing heaven's gifts will yield more enduring outcomes from your endeavors.

The manner in which the blade of a knife cuts through a delicious, ripe tomato is how God desires to use your existence to cut through life's obstacles. A concert pianist with experience practices the piano. A good writer looks up new terms and obsesses over sentence construction. A good speaker develops a variety of communication techniques and an understanding of his audience. An experienced mother tests other mothers on how to be better mothers. Long after the competition is over, a talented golfer keeps hitting balls, smashing the tiny white spheres through the darkness. So, search out fresh ways to keep your mind bright and involved in new concepts.

Study the writings of sage religious leaders whose wisdom has withstood the examination of time and learn from them. Books are a great way to hone your skills. If you want to increase your accountability and dedication, join a book club. You can go to graduate school or attend seminars. To keep sharp, use a range of tools. Steel sharpening causes sparks to fly, so expect some pain and developing pains. There is no place to stand still—you are either growing larger or getting smaller. You are progressing as your abilities get more refined. You are fully using God's abilities and gifts as stewards. You will reach the verge of giving up if you swing at problems with a boring life.

Use God's Word to hone your thinking. There's nothing like divine wisdom to hone the intellect. The precepts of God resemble a sharp stone on a dulled edge. He softens the edges of your hard-earned life. God restores your life to its brilliant, dazzling silver edge, much like he does with an axe that has been dulled and chipped over time. Learn about your abilities through tests and other people's advice. A hint: carrying out the strategy is nearly straightforward when you work inside your skill set. Maintain your edge, and you could be able to unlock some quite remarkable doors.