Not All Heroes Wear Capes
I've had quite the run in the last two days. In a matter of 48 hours, here's who I had the privilege of spending time with:
A former police officer who now dedicates his life to helping other officers and first responders who are dealing with depression and suicidal thoughts.
A few high school teachers who have a passion for teaching their students about work, business, and professionalism. Their mission is to raise up the next generation of leaders by giving them the tools to enter the workforce with the skills, confidence, and momentum.
A pastor who has dedicated his life to serving others. His Sundays are spent preaching, but the other six days of the week are spent leading his team and counseling people who are hurting.
A business owner who started his company out of frustration from watching people get taken advantage of and ripped off.
A missionary with a heart to provide free medical care to people who may not have access to doctors or the necessary technology.
A single mom who is raising four small children while also working a full-time career to pay the bills.
In other words, I met with a hero, a hero, a hero, a hero, a hero, and another hero. None of them wore capes. There were no masks. I couldn't tell, but I didn't see any utility belts being sported. They were all disguised as normal people just trying to do their jobs.
Heroes are all around us, but not even the heroes know they are heroes. That's actually what makes them heroes. They aren't trying to get notoriety, praise, or compliments. And they certainly aren't trying to get rich. They are just using their gifts and passions to serve others with excellence, day in and day out.
Maybe you're a hero and don't even know it. I hope you are, and I thank you for your service. You probably don't get enough credit for your heroism, so please consider this my formal "thank you" to start your day. I hope I'm not the only one who gives you the credit you deserve.
Not all heroes wear capes. Please don't forget that today.