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SCRIPTURE and MEDITATION

• What is your daily devotional routine?
• Your favorite proverbs?
• Who is your favorite Biblical role model?
• What has your work as a brain surgeon taught you about God and faith?

Who is your favorite Biblical role model?

Joseph, from the book of Genesis. He consistently made the most of whatever life tossed him. Instead of accepting the victim role when his jealous brothers sold him into slavery, Joseph determined to be the best slave he could be. Later, when falsely accused and thrown in prison, he still refused to be a victim, and determined to be the best prisoner possible. Soon he was an overseer, and from there on, by always doing his best at anything life handed him, became prime minister of the most powerful nation on earth, with the power to influence many lives in a positive way. He could have given up. He could have said "poor me." Instead, he became a victor.

When I was growing up, role models - others who had overcome adversity in their lives - were easier to find in society. They were in the literature of the day, and even in media and the movies. All the stories I read about orphans, and pioneers, and those down on the luck who made good, were inspirational for me, and I just determined to be one of those who overcame my obstacles.

Today, Hollywood just doesn't seem interested in stories that glorify determination, integrity, faith, and a willingness to work to beat the odds. This is sad and very troublesome.