Monday, November 27, 2000
Monday, November 27, 2000
So with yourselves; since you are eager for spiritual gifts, strive to excel in them for
building up the church.
So Rene Russo dropped out of the business. She left behind her successful and glamorous career,
and began taking classes in theology. For four years, Rene Russo studied theology, and slowly
she began to realize that her lack of self-esteem stemmed from a lack of faith. She had been going
through life without any purpose, no reason for doing the things she did. She had been unaware
of her gifts, and had set no goals for her life. As she learned more about faith, she understood
that every life has a purpose, and that every person has something special to contribute.
(1 Corinthians 14:12
NRSV)
Perhaps you know the story of Rene Russo. Rene is one of the most glamorous women in
Hollywood, and has acted in movies with such mega-stars as John Travolta, Kevin Costner, and
Mel Gibson. These things are at least external indicators of success. But for many years, Rene
Russo did not feel successful inside. She was miserable. After dropping out of school in her
teens, Ms. Russo was discovered by an agent, and moved to New York to model. She thought
that getting jobs and recognition would make her happy, but it didn't. The money and the
glamour were not enough. Her low self-esteem made her feel like no amount of success was
enough. She kept thinking that business success or people around her could fill the void, could
make her happy. But nothing did.
Dear Jesus, help me to know that I am special and have something to contribute to your children.
Amen.
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