Simon Birch

I'm not going to share what this movie is about - reviews could do the job. I'm going to share how this movie encouraged me.

The section that particularly touched me was how God uses what people think is stupid to make a difference. Simon enjoys counting mississippis; or rather, counting the seconds he could hold his breath under water. While his buddy dismisses a skill like this as pointless, it was this very skill that saved another child's life.

This portion really made me cry buckets. I just couldn't help but be thankful for a God who uses me in every single way. "When I'm weak, then I'm strong."

Lord, help me remember this lesson that You've taught. It's amazing how a movie could touch each and every one in its own special way.

While I aim to do well and crossover, help me to remain focused on the purpose You've planned for me. To be a teacher who touches lives. Help me to see beyond every child's flaw, and focus on the strengths that You've given, however small or difficult it may be to spot.

You are, undoubtly, the greatest Teacher of all times :)