The Power of One

The Power of One 

Have you ever felt helpless in light of the seemingly
overwhelming problems we face in today's world--either
at home or abroad? The truth of the matter, however, is
that one person can make a world of difference to at
least one other person and, more often than not, to a
host of other persons. For instance: 

  One song can spark a moment,
  One flower can wake the dream.
  One tree can start a forest,
  One bird can herald spring.
  One smile begins a friendship,
  One handclasp lifts a soul.
  One star can guide a ship at sea,
  One word can frame the goal.
  One vote can change a nation,
  One sunbeam can light a room.
  One candle can wipe out darkness,
  One laugh will conquer gloom.
  One step must start each journey,
  One word must start each prayer.
  One hope will raise our spirits,
  One touch can show you care.
  One voice can speak with wisdom,
  One heart can know what's true.
  One life can make the difference,
  You see it's up to YOU! 
    -- Author Unknown

"All the darkness in the world
cannot extinguish the light of one small candle." And
as Edward Everett Hale so eloquently said, "I am only
one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but
still I can do something; and because I cannot do
everything, I will not refuse to do something that I
can do."
Don't ever forget how very important you are in your
world and remember too, that "One person is very
important to God, too." Most of his work on earth has
been started by one person. God is always looking for
people who will do his work on earth. Will you be the
one he is looking for today?