His dad beat him severely to force him into a banking career and a sure income instead of music. But Johann Strauss II would not quit his passion, continued studying violin in secret and went on to become the king of waltz in the later 1800s to even surpass his father’s fame in Vienna, Austria.
When you decide to serve God, it doesn’t come with a promising retirement plan. The perks are few and not
His statute in Vienna
usually monetary. No doubt family and friends shark-attack you and rail against the “unwise financial career path.” But if you pursue your calling, God will eventually take you unawares with blessings.
Despite his dad’s
Even this tulip variety is named for him!
whipping, Strauss continued to believe in himself and pursue his love. Eventually he did quite well economically, composing over 500 waltzes and other pieces, including the famous Blue Danube. Listen here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_CTYymbbEL4.
He inspired Johannes Brahms and Richard Wagner.
Go for the legacy, not the loot.
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