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The Piano Lesson
Wishing to encourage her young son's progress on the piano, a mother took
the small boy to a concert featuring a renowned pianist. After they were seated, the mother
spotted a friend in the audience and walked down the aisle to greet her.
Seizing the opportunity to explore the wonders of the concert hall, the
little boy rose and eventually explored his way through a door marked "NO
ADMITTANCE." When the house lights dimmed and the concert was about to
begin, the mother returned to her seat and discovered that her son was
missing.
The curtains parted and spotlights focused on the impressive
grand piano on stage. In horror, the mother saw her little boy sitting at
the keyboard, innocently picking out "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star." At
that moment, the great piano master made his entrance, quickly moved to
the piano, and whispered in the boy's ear, "Don't quit. Keep playing."
Then, leaning over, the great pianist reached down with his left hand and began
filling in a bass part. Soon his right arm reached around to the other
side of the child and he added a running obligato. Together, the old
master and the young novice transformed a frightening situation into a
wonderfully creative experience. The audience was mesmerized.
That's the way it is with God. What we can accomplish on our own is
hardly noteworthy. We try our best, but the results aren't exactly
graceful flowing music. But with the hand of the Master, our life's work
truly can be beautiful. Next time you set out to accomplish great feats,
listen carefully. You can hear the voice of the Master whispering in
your ear, "Don't quit. Keep playing." Feel His loving arms around you.
Know that His strong hands are playing the concerto of your life.
Remember, God doesn't call the equipped, He equips the called. He'll
always be there to love and guide you on to great things. Keep the
faith, and keep playing. Together, you and the Master will make beautiful music.
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