Great Achievements

One of my Pastor friends forwarded this wonderful comparison to me and I have edited to my own circumstance. The world is under the impression that earthly authority will make a heavenly difference. It won't - and to prove this point, take this quiz.
• Name the ten wealthiest people in the world.
• Name the last ten Heisman trophy winners.
• Name the last ten winners of the Miss America contest.
• Name eight people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer prize.
• How about the last ten Academy Award winners for best picture.
• The last decade's worth of World Series winners?
How did you do?
I could name at least one in every category, but I didn't do particularly well. Perhaps with some exceptions you may have done a lot better, but statistically speaking none of us remember the headliners of yesterday.
Surprising how quickly we forget, isn't it? And what were mentioned above were no second-rate Achievements. These are the "Best of the Best" in their fields. But do you know something; the applause will soon fade away, awards will become tarnished, achievements will be forgotten, and accolades and certificates are usually buried with their owners.
Now here is another quiz. See how you do on this one:
• Think of 3 people you enjoy spending time with.
• Name 10 people who have taught you something worthwhile.
• Name 5 friends who have helped you in a difficult time.
• List a few teachers who have aided your journey through school.
• Name half-a-dozen heroes whose stories have inspired you.
This one I could complete in my sleep! The lesson? The people who make a difference are not necessarily the famous ones or the ones with the credentials, they are the ones with the concern.