Win the Day Habit 4

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What was the main goal of the kite flying contest proposed by Theodore Graves Hulett?

To raise funds for civil engineering projects

To stretch the first wire across the Niagara Gorge (correct)

To promote tourism in Niagara Falls

To establish a record for kite flying distance

What unique strategy did Homan Walsh use to successfully fly his kite across the gorge?

He built a special kite designed for long distances

He trained a team of children to assist him

He crossed to the Canadian side to take advantage of prevailing winds (correct)

He used multiple kites tied together

What were the dimensions of the gorge that presented a challenge for the kite flying contest?

500 feet in width and 150 feet in height

800 feet in width and 225 feet in height (correct)

700 feet in width and 200 feet in height

600 feet in width and 300 feet in height

How many tons of water flow over the waterfalls at Niagara Falls every second?

3,160 tons Signup and view all the answers

What significant event did Homan Walsh have to wait eight days to recover from?

His kite string broke Signup and view all the answers

What was the cash prize offered for the kite flying contest?

$10 Signup and view all the answers

Which engineering challenge did Charles Ellet Jr. face while working on the suspension bridge?

Stretching the first wire across the gorge Signup and view all the answers

What was unique about Theodore Graves Hulett's past endeavors?

He once cemented live frogs into stone blocks as an experiment Signup and view all the answers

What does the phrase 'fly the kite' symbolize in the context of the content?

Beginning with small actions and opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial step taken by National Community Church before conducting its first mission trip?

Tag-teaming with another church Signup and view all the answers

According to the content, what is often celebrated by God?

Both small acts of kindness and large accomplishments Signup and view all the answers

What does the author imply about those who wait for bigger opportunities?

They may miss smaller opportunities now Signup and view all the answers

What significant event does the Buffalo Daily Courier account report?

The connection of Canada and the United States by a cable Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest is necessary before expecting larger achievements?

Taking advantage of smaller opportunities Signup and view all the answers

What is the main message conveyed about small beginnings?

They often lead to larger, successful outcomes Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Fly the Kite: Key Takeaways

Consistency is Key: How you handle small tasks reflects how you'll handle large ones.
Niagara Falls Bridge: The Niagara Gorge bridge construction involved overcoming a significant challenge: spanning a wide chasm with rapids. It was initially accomplished using kites.
Homan Walsh: A 15-year-old successfully flew a kite across the Niagara Gorge, winning a cash prize. This was a critical step in the eventual construction of the bridge.
Small Beginnings, Big Impact: God values and celebrates small acts of faith and kindness, as seen in the story of the Israelites preparing to rebuild their temple.
Opportunity and Time: Opportunities are not just 'big ones' but can be found in everyday moments. Time is made, not found.
Divine Intervention: God performs great acts for those who consecrate themselves to him. The author emphasizes that focusing on consecrating oneself is the key. God does the rest.
The Kite Analogy: The process of "flying the kite" (small, consistent efforts) results in monumental achievements, much like how small actions lead to bigger goals.
Mission Trip Example: National Community Church's mission trip success (over $20 million and more than 273 trips over a decade) stemmed from a humble start (a $50 check).
Breaking Habits, Building Habits, and Achieving Dreams: Small consistent steps lead to major results; forming good habits and dismantling bad ones is a process of accumulation.
Important Question: Does God delight more in our accomplishments, just like a proud parent delights in a child's achievement? – the answer might be in the small steps.

Details on the Niagara Falls Bridge

Waterfall Data: Niagara Falls has a flow rate of 3,160 tons of water per second, falling at 32 feet per second.
Initial Challenge: The method of crossing 800-foot gorges, with 225-foot cliffs on either side, and rapids towards a waterfall was a huge obstacle.
Creative Solutions: Ideas such as using rockets and cannons were considered before settling on a kite flying contest.

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Explore the key lessons from the inspiring story of Homan Walsh and the significance of small actions in achieving great things. Learn how consistency, opportunity, and divine intervention play crucial roles in personal growth and accomplishment. Discover the value of faith and how everyday moments can lead to significant impacts.