I watched the Emmys tonight. I can’t say it was the best three hours of television I’ve ever seen, but some of it was worthwhile.

I really like that the show Breaking Bad won in just about every major category for which it was nominated. And FYI, I’m late to the game but I’ve finally become an addict of the show– just as it’s ending.

I thought Bryan Cranston gave a great acceptance speech for Best Male Lead Actor in a Drama. He talked about how he had been tempted at various points in his life to settle for mediocrity instead of striving for excellence. Then he challenged his audience to seek to be their best. Only he said it way better than that.

Don’t settle for mediocrity and second-rate because it’s easy. The pain of regret will be far greater than and pain or sacrifice from chasing your God-given dreams.

That’s all I have this evening. Nothing new or original, but needed nonetheless. At least for me.

Don’t give up just yet. God will come through on His promises. Just you wait and see.