Ownership is Everything – July 12, 2017 – “Ownership is everything” was a phrase I heard in the car business. It implied owning the right kind of car or truck that would encourage someone to purchase it for a good price, or, for a higher greater price. I tried very hard to cater to that market by making my cars and trucks uniquely shine better than my competition. I put my heart into every vehicle I sold, knowing that when I did, someone would notice and buy it. When I didn’t do my best, that is where my struggles began. Read More
Month: July 2017
Job and a Joyful Heart
Job and a Joyful Heart – July 8, 2017 – What does it mean to have a joyful heart? As I’m reading this morning, bouncing back and forth through my bible, I come across Job. Job is truly an amazing character in the bible. Job and Jesus are very similar to each other. God allowed Satan to tempt each man to dishonor God Himself. God allowed Satan to take every possession of Job away from him violently, including his healthy skin with nasty boils. Why did God do this? He did this for our sake. God knew Job’s heart, just Read More
Run, Run, Run Always Run
Run, Run, Run Always Run July 7, 2017 What happens when we are always running? Why do we do this to ourselves? What are we hoping to gain? A fast paced life of overachieving or a fast paced life of underachieving is gained by all who seek this lifestyle. But really, when overachieving we tend to miss simplicity and value, while underachieving we miss greatness and fulfillment. We tend to either seek instant gratification, or chase our tails looking for lasting gratification. The truth is, gratification comes with reflection. Reflection comes with observation. Observation comes with rest. Matthew said, ”…seek Read More