PAIN CAN PRODUCE PURPOSE A pencil once complained to its maker. "Why do you keep sharpening me? Every time yo…

PAIN CAN PRODUCE PURPOSE A pencil once complained to its maker. "Why do you keep sharpening me? Every time you do, it hurts." The maker smiled and replied, "Without sharpening, you'll never become the pencil you were created to be." Though the process was painful, the pencil became sharper and more useful with each sharpening. Soon, it was writing beautiful stories, solving important problems, and leaving a lasting impact. Life can feel the same way. Disappointments, setbacks, and painful experiences are never pleasant, but they often shape us into wiser, stronger, and more compassionate people. Don't waste your pain by giving up. Let it prepare you for a greater purpose. The pain you're experiencing today may become the strength that changes someone's life tomorrow. Have an amazing day!