Reverence: A Lesson from My First Job

Dear friends, today I’d like to share a story from my youth, a tale of my first job and the profound lesson of reverence it taught me. It’s a story that has shaped my life and I hope it might inspire you too.

My First Job: The Humble Paper Route

As a young lad, my first job was a paper route. I was responsible for delivering the daily news to my neighbors, come rain or shine. It was a simple job, but it was my first taste of responsibility and hard work.

The Old Man and His Newspaper

On my route, there was an elderly gentleman, Mr. Patterson. He lived alone and his highlight of the day was reading his newspaper. He’d wait for me on his porch every morning, eager for the day’s news. I admired his patience and his passion for knowledge.

The Day I Learned About Reverence

One rainy day, I was in a hurry and carelessly tossed the newspaper onto Mr. Patterson’s wet porch. The paper got soaked, the ink ran, and it was unreadable. When I saw his disappointed face, I realized the importance of my job. I understood that what might seem insignificant to one, could mean the world to another. That day, I learned about reverence.

Reverence: A Lesson for Life

Reverence is about respect, not just for people, but for our actions and their impact on the world. It’s about understanding that every action, no matter how small, has significance. It’s about doing our jobs, whatever they may be, with care and dedication.

My friends, I urge you to approach your tasks, your responsibilities, and your life with reverence. Recognize the impact of your actions and strive to make it a positive one. And remember, no job is too small to be done with great care.

Until next time, remember to live with reverence. It’s a lesson that has served me well, and I hope it will do the same for you.

With wisdom and warmth,

Kev