SHAPED

I begin this day in earnest thankfulness for those who have helped shape my life. Biblical characters, historic figures, family, friends, spiritual fathers and mothers, authors, actors, teachers and occasionally, even strangers have been used by the Master Craftsman to form me. As we have all experienced, I’ve had some who intended my harm. But my detractors, accusers, betrayers and openly antagonistic enemies have also played an important role in my formation. For them as well, I am equally grateful. Lord, I thank You for each and every one You have employed to forge me into a man of Your making. May I also be a quality tool in Your hand, useful for shaping others.