Things are not always what they appear to be.
As ordinary individuals we can look at the pictures in a women’s magazine, perfect bodies, amazing hair and air-brushed make-up. Behind the perfect image may lurk insecurities, fears and endless pain.
Men may watch other men with all the trimmings, fast cars, big homes and a lavish lifestyle. But this apparent success may only be smoke and mirrors, a mirage that looks good but has no real substance.
Our book shops are full of books about success, winning, cashing in and flying high.
But these books seldom reveal the cost of success.
As I look around, I am more disillusioned than ever. People who sacrifice everything to achieve this thing called success.
Years ago I asked Dr Izak Burger, the President of the Apostolic Faith Mission, a prolific author and a sought-after public speaker, if he has any goals still to reach. His answer has become one of my personal mantras.
He said this, “My final ambition in life is to lay my head down in death without bringing shame to the name of Jesus.”
Don’t chase things that cost more than they are worth. The Bible teaches us to be content with what we have.
