Teach and Learn

Sometimes when we are teaching
we find that we must learn;
we know that before a coal can give off warmth
it must be able to burn.
We discover that before we can answer questions,
we ourselves must understand---
We find so much room to grow
when offering a helping hand.

Just as we invite company into our homes
and notice dust upon our shelves,
when sharing our faith with others,
we learn so much about ourselves
We realize where we are weaker
and then strive to become strong.
We improve upon our quality of living
when we help a friend along.

We should welcome the chance to share with others;
we each have so much to learn.
Before a coal can give off warmth,
it must be able to burn.