I wept for the world today, but not because of today’s health emergency, though it’s certainly dire indeed. I wept, not because of tomorrow’s economic ...
“THIS is a total waste of my time…” Ever feel that way about a task, like what you’re doing SERIOUSLY isn’t worth your energy? Ever ...
Yesterday someone asked who will get through this crisis unscathed…BUT I don’t think businesses OR customers will come out of this ordeal without MAJOR change. ...
I have a wall-to-wall bookshelf in my study, or more accurately, pieces of one. For six months I’ve waited, stalled, and “meant to get to” ...
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You have not been left out. You have not been left behind. You have not wasted your life. You have not failed your calling. ––– ...
There are no “silver bullets” or one-size-fits-all solutions. We may take giant steps from time to time, but they are still only steps in a ...
In Revelation chapter 17, ten mysterious kings rule for a short time, then consolidate their power in the hands of a great beast. They then ...
“Weep no more; behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has conquered, so that He can open the scroll and ...
So the first angel went and poured out his bowl on the earth, and harmful and painful sores came upon the people who bore the ...
And I saw what appeared to be a sea of glass mingled with fire–and also those who had conquered the beast and its image and ...
Fear of man is a snare. (Proverbs 29:25) The Gospel frees us from the insecurity of needing other people’s opinions to validate our worth. It ...
And I saw another angel flying directly overhead, with an eternal gospel to proclaim to those who dwell on earth, to every nation and tribe ...
And the [first] beast was given a mouth uttering haughty and blasphemous words, and it was allowed to exercise authority for forty-two months… Also it ...
“So I sent messengers to them, saying, ‘I am doing a great work and cannot come down. Why should the work cease while I leave ...
And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, “Now the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of ...
Then the seventh angel blew his trumpet, and there were loud voices in heaven, saying, “The kingdom of the world has become the Kingdom of ...
Then people from Jerusalem, all Judea, and all the vicinity of the Jordan were flocking to [John], and they were baptized by him in the ...
And when the seven thunders had sounded, I was about to write, but I heard a voice from heaven saying, “Seal up what the seven ...
Then from the smoke came locusts on the earth, and they were given power like the power of scorpions of the earth. They were told ...
Have you ever woken up one morning and asked yourself, “Does what I do every day really MATTER?” Maybe the money is coming in just fine, but it doesn’t feel meaningful, it’s not fulfilling anymore, and you wonder if your vocation is really making a difference. If that’s you, here’s a simple …
TOPICS: passion, perspective, planning, purpose
Have you ever looked at someone else’s life and thought, “I would LOVE to be where they are / have what they have / do what they do?” Here’s some great news: if you’ve found an example of the kind of success you want to achieve, there is a SUPER-SIMPLE …
TOPICS: goals, habits, mindsets, perseverance, priorities, progress
If you’re growing a business and a family at the same time, you know conflict is almost inevitable because both are hungry for your attention. Often we can get some understanding from a spouse or significant other because adults know it takes time and sacrifice to build a company. But …
TOPICS: family, hope, kids, parenting, relationships
Have you heard the advice about “balancing work and family” if you want to keep your life from falling apart? What if it’s WRONG? What if “balance” between these two things is not only impossible to maintain, but is actually harmful to pursue if you want both your company and your family …
TOPICS: family, marriage, parenting, perspective, relationships, time
Last weekend while doing a bit of “summer cleaning,” I realized something very, very important. Spiders LOVE my garage! This is very important because I do NOT love spiders, and while I don’t mind a few hanging out up near the ceiling, I’m just not okay with them treating every …
TOPICS: assumptions, mindfulness, personal growth, stereotypes, success
If you’re feeling 100% happy and fulfilled by your work, STOP READING NOW. This post isn’t for you. But…maybe you’re NOT happy. Maybe your work feels empty right now. Maybe you put in your time at the office (or log in from home) and the money rolls in, but it …
TOPICS: business growth, customer service, happiness, personal fulfillment, perspective, reframing
In my work through the years in both business and ministry, I’ve gotten to KNOW many successful business owners. I don’t mean we just say hello at parties or send each other cheesy greeting cards at Christmas. I don’t mean we just have similar interests or do fun things together …
TOPICS: entrepreneurship, finances, marriage, purpose, relationships, true success
📽 ## If there was a “play the tape” moment for your life, would you want to be in the room? ## 📽 In a trial, the playback of recorded evidence is often the “moment of truth” when the jury FINALLY gets past the stories and excuses to see/hear what …
TOPICS: business, focus, impact, legacy, meaning, sense of purpose, significance, true success
Have you ever started a project, program or a journey with tons of excitement, only to say “This is NOT what I signed up for…” ?? Maybe you’re just STUCK in Stage 2… In my “7-Stage Growth Journey,” Stage 1 is the Promise, and Stage 2 is Passion. I …
TOPICS: direction, motivation, progress
Is it true that people who grind their own coffee are 38% more likely to be successful in life??? … …I have no idea, but keep reading for how grinding coffee DOES teach us something about personal growth. 😉 Every morning I grind my coffee fresh. Well, a machine does …
TOPICS: grit, obstacles, perseverance, perspective
