Category: Motivation
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When a Grandpa Joined the Youth Group
He was an older deacon in our little Baptist church, a retired guy who preferred bib overalls to three-piece suits. Brother Orville had soul-searching eyes, and a calm, yet inquisitive, demeanor. But the most peculiar thing about him is that he volunteered to work with our church youth group—even though he was five or six…
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Divine Motivation
Something curious happens just before Jesus begins his longest recorded message in the New Testament—the Sermon on the Mount. And seeing the multitudes, He went up on a mountain, and when he was seated His disciples came to Him. Then He opened His mouth and taught them. Matthew 5:1-2 (NIV) Most celebrities, when surrounded by…
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Life’s Not Fair. So Now What?
Disheartening axioms that include no remedy are annoying.😫 Life’s not fair. So what should we do? None of these are healthy choices. Here’s an idea: since life’s not fair, make it fairer. Now, that’s a possible remedy! Yes, it’s a tall order, but wonderfully anticipatory. It reminds me of my favorite quote by Martin Luther…
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True Motivation
Whenever I meet someone who excels in their work, and also seems to enjoy it, I ask what motivates them. Case and point: I have the most amazing dental hygienist! She is efficient and professional, but also caring and conscientious. So at my last appointment I asked her, “What drives you to such excellence in…
