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 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.
 

        Author Unknown