rebelling against low expectations
Hearts on Fire At first glance, the title of this heading looks like it might be a reference to the training montage of Rocky Balboa in Rocky IV (1985). The Italian Stallion underwent grueling preparation in frigid Russia to the motivating tune by John Cafferty. He trained hard to face Ivan Drago in the ring and secure a knockout. Or maybe the title is in reference to any number of songs by...
When was the last time you heard “Amazing Grace”? Who was singing it? Chris Tomlin, perhaps? The music or worship pastor at your local church? Did someone offer up this tender refrain for a loved one at a recent funeral? Whether your voice can be likened to that of Chris Tomlin or falls flat at every note like mine, we still sing to our fullest as there is no other hymn like this. There are...
Think about your bedroom for a moment as you read the next few lines. Is it coming into focus? Now close your eyes and take a Polaroid of that place, that place you have called home for so many years. For millions of you across the country, this very bedroom will be condensed and subsequently packed into boxes for the journey to a college or university. And since I’m on the subject of packing...
A few weeks ago I sent a query to the editors of TheRebelution about writing an article for the readers who frequent the site and apply the words of wisdom that they find there. I was initially hesitant to send a message as I thought that I might be too old to add my voice into a conversation about equipping teenagers to rebel against low expectations. I’ve come to the realization, however, that...
rebelling against low expectations
