Karate Kid

I got to thinking the other day about life and all of the curve balls it throws you.  I looked at all of the struggles this past year and by the grace of God I was able say we made it through most of them. I started thinking about the life lessons a simple movie like the Karate Kid could teach us and I was amazed by what I came up with.  Bear with me and it will all make sense I promise.  There are at least 4 examples how this movie could apply to us right now.
1-  You are being trained right now for battles you will deal with later.
Daniel knew he needed training to deal with the bullies he was facing.  That training proved valuable in defeating his bullies.  The things you are learning today and even in the past could prove useful in the future. Look back over the years to the life lessons that taught you something you were able to use in future situations.
2- You don't even realize that you are learning the skills you will need.
Daniel thought he was performing every day mundane task until Miagi  showed him what he had learned.   It doesn't seem like much at the time of distress but you will learn something.  Sometime in the future you will be shown what was learned and how to use it and you will be amazed.
3- You will prevail
You remember the Crane Kick and how Daniel won the tournament?  You will get through your circumstances with your own signature move. It might be prayer, patience or mental toughness. Maybe it will be all of the afore mentioned. Only you know what you have learned from past experiences and how to use it to your advantage.
4- the curve balls keep coming.
Remember life will continue to challenge you. There was more than just the one Karate Kid. There were sequels. You have to keep learning and fighting through life because it keeps coming.
Just a few thought as we set sail on another year. We do not know what it holds but we know we have the tools to get through whatever it throws our way. Happy New Year. Live a blessed life. It all starts with a positive attitude.  God Bless
Kenney Big Skinny Pope.