Steady

I like the word steady. It implies balance, regular, even keeled, fixed, not shaky.  It can also mean continuous in growth and development. I like people with a steady hand when all around me is crazy and seemingly out of control. As I was reading the book of the Acts of the Apostles this morning,…

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Reputation

I often hear about a person’s reputation long before having the chance to meet them. This is sometimes a good thing, but sometimes it’s a negative thing for sure. I remember when my brother first started in real estate, he came up with a slogan that said: “Building a reputation not resting on one”.  I…

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Recognized

I love our small town where I’m going about my business of pumping fuel or buying groceries and recognize a friend or a neighbor and strike up a conversation or a quick “how are you and your family?”  I dress similar each day with dress slacks and nice shirt with my company logo on the…

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Mission

I used to watch Mission Impossible (the TV show) when I was a kid. The team would receive the mission and then the message would self-destruct.  I’m always interested in WWII Missions as well. There is usually a lot of planning involved in a mission. “A mission is simply a task that has been assigned…

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Actions Count

I know that I’m responsible my actions. There is the rule of law that requires that I behave withing it’s boundaries. There is a code of behavior in my profession that I live by.  I also am responsible for “inaction”.  As a Christ-follower, He calls me to love and serve others.  I can’t simply ignore…

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While Waiting

I’m not known for my patience. I’ve learned over the years NOT to pray for patience. When my wife and I are planning to leave at a certain time, I’m that guy who is ready to roll at that time. She has learned that about me and she is mostly on time.  I realize that…

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