What are some traits that mark an Olympian? 1. They have a “whatever-it-takes” attitude. They’ve made the decision to pay any price and bear any burden in the name of victory. 2. They have a plan to push forward when they encounter obstacles. They know facing adversity is part of being successful. 3. They have strict accountability. 4. They consider “very good” (or worse, “good enough”) to be “bad.” They are driven to perform at an elite level. 5. They set high goals for themselves. Motivation is keeping your eyes on the goal. 6. They are humble to know others can provide advice to make them better. 7. Levels of priorities are set and their life stays in-tune with those priorities. The same single-minded devotion expected from an Olympian is the same single-minded devotion our Savior expects from His followers. Yes, the fruit of sacrifice and self-denial will be different. Yes, the goals and rewards are different. And yes, the source of strength is different. However, the traits that mark an Olympian that I mentioned earlier could also apply to the traits that mark a disciple of Jesus Christ. If anything, we should be more motivated (see 1 Cor. 9:24-27a).

Randy Smith

CATEGORY	CUISINE	TAG	YIELD
Meats		Meat	8	Servings

INGREDIENTS

2		(1-1/2 lb) flank steaks; preferrably prime
6		Cloves (large) garlic; sliced into thin slivers
1/4	c	Dijon mustard
1	tb	Soy sauce
1/2	ts	Dried thyme
		Fresh thyme sprigs for garnish

INSTRUCTIONS

Make small slits over surfaces of both steaks with sharp paring knife and
insert garlic slivers.
Combine mustard, soy sauce and thyme in small bowl and mix well.  Spread
steaks generously on all sides with mixture.  Place steaks in glass or
plastic pan and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate 6 hours or overnight.
When ready to cook, prepare grill.  When coals are hot, grill steaks about
5 minutes per side until pink inside.  Make slit in center of steaks to
check degree of doneness. Cooking time will vary depending on type of grill
used and intensity of heat. Steaks also can be broiled 4 to 5 inches from
heat 5 to 6 minutes per side approximately.
To serve:  Cut steaks against grain into 1/4 inch slices.  Arrange slices
of steak on serving platter and garnish with thyme .  Makes 8 (6-ounce)
servings.
EASTMAN@SOLSTICE.JPL.NASA.GOV
(SHERRI EASTMAN)
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