Most people are so trapped in the now that they seldom take specific, sustained, and directed action towards creating a better future for themselves. For example… There’s a world of difference between being in a marriage and working on your marriage. And being a parent is not the same as parenting (being a parent on … Continue reading
Making “concrete plans” is laughable. Beware the control freak who makes your feel guilty because you don’t have a clear long-term plan for your life and job. Be very suspicion of the guy who tells you, “I’ve got a plan.” Unless you’ve figured out how to time travel and take a look into the future, … Continue reading
Whether it is a church, business, family, or person, there are some things that everyone should do in your area of service or existence. However, if you truly matter (exist for a unique purpose), then there are a few things that only you must do… …and to allow yourself to become distracted and drained by … Continue reading
To not have a plan is to foolishly surrender your life to others. To slavishly commit yourself to a plan is to foolishly surrender your life to a plan which was created by a finite and limited person—namely you! A productive compromise is to develop a plan that points you in the right direction and … Continue reading
In this fast-paced, rapidly changing world we live in, long-range planning is mostly an illusion. Instead, (1) stay focused on your mission (doing your part in FINISHING the Great Commission), (2) prioritize constantly (you can’t disciple everyone and do everything), and (3) leverage what you’ve got now towards achieving your mission (by the time you … Continue reading
“I got gaps, she’s got gaps, together we don’t got gaps.” _Rocky, speaking of his fiancé Adrian ___________ One of the great tasks of life is learning to live in the gap between promise and fulfillment. A lot can wrong in the gaps. Whether it is a gap in your security system, your memory, your … Continue reading
It is reported that then the great missionary to Africa, David Livingstone volunteered as a missionary with the London Missionary Society, they asked him where he wanted to go. He replied, “Anywhere, as long as it is forward.” I love that story. It inspires me because of its lack of clarity. Oh, I know, clarity … Continue reading
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