Lessons in a Sunday School Song

This past weekend I was reminded of a song I sang often as a kid - Sunshine Mountain. Since then I can't get it out of my head (which says something good about the song in itself, but that is another post).

Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain
Heavenly breezes blow.
Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain
Faces all aglow.

Turn, turn from fear and doubting
Look to God on high
Climb, climb up Sunshine Mountain
You and I.

Think about the words to this song, regardless of your religious beliefs. In these few words we are reminded to think about the big picture, to remember that if we are heading in the right direction the destination (for ourselves, our team or our organization) is very desirable. We are also reminded in a not-so-subtle way that our success is a journey - (the word climb is used 6 times in 36 words).

These 36 words also tell us that the destination will be reached easier with others - that we can't do it alone.

If you know the song, I doubt you'll get it out of your head today. That's ok. Think about the spiritual and secular messages it gives you. If you don't know the tune, just read the words again... reflect on the messages I found and any others you find for yourself.

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