Dear Friends and Family, 2020 has been a difficult year. Trials like this cause us to reevaluate what's most important in life. A few nights ago my daughter (Naomi The Writer) suggested we watch It's a Wonderful Life as a family.
George Bailey had high hopes for traveling the world and building huge buildings. He struggles to find contentment and ultimately feels like such a failure that he is ready to jump off a bridge and end it all... that's when he meets Clarence his guardian angel. This quote at the end of the movie really impacted me.
I often struggle to realize how empty success can be. Looking at success to find significance creates anxiety. At the end of my life, I won't wish for more success. I will yearn for connection with friends, family, and community. Reflecting on this gives me hope for resilience in 2021.
Below is my father's USMC Airborne picture from 1973. My dad embodied resilience. He was an unbeatable man. He taught me the value of friendship, duty, and responsibility. I've enjoyed getting to know some of his old friends and I look forward to spending more time with them in 2021.
Dad went home to be with the LORD on February 17, 2018. I miss him dearly, and I'll never forget the lessons he taught me.
- Be patient
- Be content and
- Live with integrity
My dad wasn't perfect, but he was a fully committed follower of Jesus Christ. I'm committed to doing my best to follow in his footsteps.
Merry Christmas! and Happy New Year! from the Johns Family
May the Lord bless and protect you; may the Lord’s face radiate with joy because of you; may he be gracious to you, show you his favor, and give you his peace. Numbers 6:24-26
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