God's Glory Church

“Council in the human heart is deep water.” — Proverbs 20:5

When Bill Pinckney set out on a solo circumnavigation of the world in 1992, taking a challenging route around the perilous Great South Cape, he was driven by a lofty goal. Pinckney wanted to inspire and teach children through his journey. Among them were students from an elementary school in Chicago, which he once attended himself. The traveler tried to show by his example what can be achieved if you study hard and strive for a goal. That is why he named his yacht “Consecration”. Today, inviting schoolchildren on board, he allows them to be at the helm and tries to teach discipline and teamwork. “These are the necessary foundations of a successful life,” he says.

Pinckney’s words are consistent with Solomon’s description of wisdom: “Counsel in a man’s heart is deep water, and a wise man will draw it up” (Prov. 20:5). The wise king encouraged readers to explore their goals in life. Otherwise, you can get into trouble. “It is a sin for a person to say “holy” recklessly, and later to examine his vows” (v. 25).

Bill Pinckney had clear goals that inspired thirty thousand school children across the United States to follow his example. He became the first black American inducted into the National Sailing Hall of Fame. “Everything is for children,” he says. We too will chart our course, guided by the deep wisdom of God’s instructions.

What is the purpose of your work or ministry? What legacy do you hope to leave behind?

Inspire me, God, to work faithfully for Your glory.

Author: Patricia Raybon