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Slipping On an Orange Peel
Yenny Kartika Official Writer
13521 Samuel 17:42
And when the
Philistine looked about and saw David, he disdained him; for he was only a
youth, ruddy and good–looking.
Bible Reading for a Year [bible]psalm136[/bible]; [bible]0john13[/bible];
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In 1911
Bobby Leach, a stuntman, went over Niagara Falls in a barrel. After the performance,
Bobby survived though he had some injures. He was famous for his boldness.
A few years
later, Bobby Leach became popular again. This time, he was known not for his
performance, but his death. What’s more surprising was what he went through
before he died. While he was walking on a road in New Zealand, Bobby slipped on
an orange peel. His leg became infected and was amputated, and he died of
complications.
We may have
the same experience in our life. We are able to face the big jeopardy but
conquered by little challenge. We are ready for the great trouble but can’t
stand the little one.
We are strong enough for Niagara Falls but not for an orange peel. These are
consequences when we despise things and boast ourselves.
And so did
Goliath when he met David. He despised a ruddy and good-looking young boy. He
was convinced that he was greater and able to defeat him. However, history
marked a tragic ending of the champion of the Philistines. Actually, before
David took out a stone and slung it, Goliath was already defeated. When he was
light-headed and despised his enemy, he lost the battle.
Therefore,
in every circumstance and opportunity, be aware of everything. Do not be
careless, do not underestimate things, and do not despise even the least
challenge. Being careless is the beginning of one’s downfall. Remember, even an
orange peel could kill Bobby Leach.
When we despised something, we become
careless and that’s where danger lurks.
