One of the most faithful readers of this warm thoughts column has sent his significant insights from the book entitled, "Never Give In." This book was written by Stephen Mansfield and is about the extraordinary character of Winston Churchill. In a recent issue of the US News and World Report, it asked about heroes and the magazine shares the lives of 20 men and women who risked it all to make a difference. Winston Churchill was truly one of the heroes of England, although he was hated and rejected in various ways.

He was born in 1874 and died in 1965. Churchill truly gives us lessons and courage and significant living. The author of the book on Winston Churchill gives interesting insights about his childhood and how his nanny had such an influence on his life. While his parents neglected him in pursuit of their social and political dreams, Mrs. Everest or "Woom," as the boy called her, was the center of Winston's existence. She was also a passionate woman of prayer and she taught young Winston well. She helped him memorize his scriptures, knelt with him daily as he recited his prayers and explained the world to him in simple but distinctly Christian terms.

Winston Churchill was a most unusual man who lived a very full life. He had abundant energy to lead his country in time of need, which was related to his basic faith. The author summed it up in one paragraph that makes a person think about how we do have a duty to serve and give. This man fought and four wars, served in his nation's parliament over a period of 63 years, led his country as prime minister for almost 10 years, wrote 50 books, published hundreds of articles, gave 1000s of speeches, reared four children, and worked to keep a marriage intact for over 55 years. The man was Winston Churchill, and he knew something about stress but he also knew about rest. Winston Churchill was indeed an unusual man. He was indeed a brilliant man who had courage and a willingness to serve. He was what we would call a "tough minded optimist who found a way." The book helps in finding some of the reasons behind the sacrifices that he made. He genuinely believed in the inspiration and truth of the Bible, and he knew his power to order his private world. That he could be such a momentous leader was due in part to the fact that he in turn, was led by a truth beyond himself - the truth of Holy Scripture.

Do you have a hero who can inspire you for a day or even for an hour? Children in this present generation are looking for a hero in their life. More than ever, people are looking for heroes. In the book "A Hero in Every Heart," H. Jackson Browne Jr. states, "Let perseverance be your engine and hope your fuel." Do you know someone who is a living example of the character and spirit of an unsung hero in America? Would love to hear who is the hero in your life. Thanks for sharing your warm thoughts! It is so good to hear from the readers of this one thoughts column every week.

Warm Thoughts from Little Home on the Prairie Over a Cup of Tea by Luetta G Werner

Published in the Marion Record August 30th, 2001.
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