Graduation Thoughts...

This past week,I have had the privelege of attending two baccalaurete services for two very different schools. At each service a local pastor did a great job of sharing a message of challenge with the soon to be graduates. That got me to thinking about what I would share if I were asked to do so.

I would share the the graduates a simple way to keep themselves out of trouble in all areas of life. Three little words can make a lasting difference in the choices they make and the roads they travel. Three little words have the power to change the course of their lives and help them develope the potential God has given them.

The three little words are a question that they can learn to ask of themselves. No one else needs to ask it. The answer will be immediately obvious and they won't have to think long to know what it is.

This question can enhance their lives in relationships, finances, job choices, time management, social activities. And because the question is only three words, they will never forget it.

Those three little words that make one powerful question are... "Is it Wise?" If they learn to ask that question of all situations they face, they will travel roads that take them far! If they need to justify or rationalize the answer, then they are not being honest in the answer. Usually within seconds of asking the question, "Is is wise?" they will know the answer to whatever decision they are trying to make.

Graduates, for years you have had the benefit of adults in your lives to give you guidance... now you are about to embark on a journey that might take you away from the direct influence of those adults... so, I encourage you to learn to ask the simple little question, "Is it Wise?" at every crossroad you reach in life! Best wishes for an Exciting next chapter in your lives!