[:en]On January 28, 1986, after five weather related delays, the space shuttle Challenger lumbered heavenward a thunderous overture of noise and flame. A mere 73 seconds later, system failure tore the shuttle apart, and all 7 crew members perished.
The disaster was attributed to the O-ring seal known to have vulnerabilities. Insiders referred to the fatal mistake as “go-fever” – the tendency to ignore vital precautions in the rush to a grand goal.
Human nature also slides into 2 extremes. Either he develops the “go fever” or he becomes a “cautious coward”. When we take our eyes off the Lord, we may impatiently rush ahead without him or we will cower in fear and afraid to make a decision. Focus on Him and He will give you the courage tempered with His wisdom to do what is right.
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