Posts Tagged ‘success’
Presence Found
I love people who are present when I’m with them. I believe that they want me to be present when I’m with them. You know what I mean, when you’re with someone who can’t put their phone down and just be present. I’m beginning to think that distraction is a disease caused by all the…
Read MoreHarvest Generosity
One of my favorite holidays is less than a week away. Thanksgiving originally began when the pilgrims who survived the first year in a new country with the help of some Native Americans. They spent like four days celebrating the harvest with Thanksgiving. It was a joyful time of thankfulness for the blessings that came…
Read MoreHumble Approach
I’ve been to people before with “my hat in my hand” seeking help from them. I’ve learned over the years that my pride can be harmful to me finding favor or blessing from others. I know that I struggle with wanting to help prideful or arrogant people. I find myself wondering if they really need…
Read MoreDressed For Success
I don’t consider myself a flashy or fancy dresser. I do iron my shirts and pants each day and try to present myself as professional. I am up early with a quick shave and shower each morning. I like to start my day with gratitude deep in my heart for all that the Lord has…
Read MoreLead Me
I served as a youth pastor for just over 20 years. I was connected with the church leadership. I was a leader of the students for sure. I was involved at the highest levels of the local church leadership. Looking back, I’m a bit embarrassed about how those meetings went over the years. It was…
Read MoreGive Credit
I was taught as a youngster to give credit where it’s due. If someone does something nice, notice them. If someone accomplishes something great behind the scenes, compliment them. In English class we were taught about plagiarism – where someone takes credit for writing something that was previously written by someone else. Asaph pens several…
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