Bezalel was a craftsman who modeled enduring work. In this series we’re discussing the different attributes that made Bezalel’s work long-lasting. Bezalel’s second attribute is skill. God gave Bezalel unique skills in his area of expertise, craftsmanship. God has blessed each of us with certain skills. Some are gifted at sales, others with finance, and some as craftsmen. Enduring ...
Most of us would love for our work to endure beyond our lifetimes. Bezalel was a craftsman who modeled that level of enduring work. Bezalel built the ark of the covenant which still existed thousands of years later. The Bible tells us of Bezalel’s attributes that made his work so enduring. Exodus 35:30 says, “The Lord has called by name Bezalel ...
Winston Churchill was a complicated man with a colorful history. Although he had vast political experiences, his early years had many colossal failures which haunted him. Yet, Churchill is famous today because of his accomplishments later in life. His courageous leadership led Britain and its allies to defeat Germany in World War II when victory seemed unlikely. Although strategy ...
In this series, we’re discussing how to apply the armor of God in Ephesians 6 to our workplace. The third piece of armor Paul discusses is your “feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace.” Years ago, I had an associate accused of verbally abusing a peer, but because he had always been known as ...
While staying at my parent’s home, I was awakened by a bird at the bedroom window. For over an hour this bird pecked on the window and flew up and down trying to find a way in. Repeatedly, this bird tried to enter, never realizing the futility of its efforts. Some entrepreneurs are like this relentless bird. Persistence is admirable, ...
In 1 Chronicles 14, King David’s archenemy, the Philistines, marched towards David. After God gave David permission to attack, he defeated the Philistines. But the Philistines didn’t give up. They prepared to attack again. This time, God gave David an unconventional approach to defeat the Philistines. God told David not to go straight-up at the Philistines, but instead, to circle ...
Once again, California, is trying to force questionable ideas upon employers. A recent bill was introduced in California to force employers to pay employees for 40 hours a week, but only requiring them to work 32 hours. While many employers are currently understaffed, these legislators desire to cut employee productivity by 20% while maintaining previous payroll expense. There is an ...
While in college, I dreamed of taking a spring break trip to Texas, but had no money. But then a man ran a red light and smashed my car, resulting in me receiving an unexpected check! I had a decision to make – Do I preserve the life of my car or, do I choose a week of adventure with ...
Our personal strengths, when overused, can also become weaknesses. Taking anything to the extremes can end poorly. Over the years, I’ve been told at times that listening and observing is a strength of mine. This strength can have the benefit of others feeling heard. But I also know that when I only listen, and not engage, others find it difficult ...
Rachel began with UBN as an intern, but her amazing skills resulted in her eventual advancement to Operations Manager. Unfortunately for UBN, Rachel’s longer-term plan was to enter public accounting. Rachel helped me identify an amazing replacement. Then, she developed and executed an onboarding plan to assure that our new Operations Manager had the knowledge and tools needed to excel ...
Equipping Others to Do Work Differently
