In a Wall Street Journal editorial, Andy Kessler complains that our younger generations are looking so hard for purpose in their work, that they sometimes overlook the actual work that needs done. His article reminded me of an old adage, “You are so heavenly minded, that you are no earthly good.” Personally, I believe that God does have a purpose ...
In the movie, The Hill, Rickey Hill tries to convince his father that he can glorify God by playing baseball. Rickey’s father, as a pastor, seemed to believe that the only real calling was being a pastor. Rickey Hill overcame significant bone and spinal cord problems to become a professional baseball player with the Montreal Expos. Sadly, Rickey’s father never ...
Deciding to close a business is a tough decision. One factor that needs consideration is your talent. When I was twenty-five, I was a CPA and talented at financial management. But in the pursuit of money and becoming an entrepreneur, I launched a used car rental agency. One winter day, with temperatures below zero, few of my cars would start. ...
Born into slavery, at ten years old George Washington Carver kneeled in a barn and prayed to receive Jesus. Shortly after, George had a divine encounter with Mariah Watkins. Ms.Watkins told George, “You must learn all you can, then go back out into the world and give your learning back to the people.” Her advice led to George Carver’s ...
When my friend, Philip, graduated with a business degree, he wrestled with how his faith should impact his career. At the time, Philip believed that making significant money conflicted with being a good Christian. Philip decided to pursue ministry. When Philip shared his decision with a ministry leader, he was surprised by his friend’s response. Philip’s friend believed that making ...
A recent UK study labeled, Making Faith Work: Job Satisfaction in the UK, discovered that 77 per cent of the survey respondents who identified as religious were satisfied with their job, compared with just 50 per cent of the atheists. People of faith typically have hope. They have hope in an afterlife. They also have hope that there is ...
God’s purpose for each of us is to glorify Him, but for that to happen God developed a plan and a calling for each of us. Unfortunately, some believe only pastors and missionaries have a calling. The story of Bezalel debunks that idea quickly. When God wanted his tabernacle built and furnished, He didn’t ask a priest or a ...
Jason Ballard was preparing to become an Episcopal priest when he found himself confronted with housing issues that needed solutions. Looking for answers, he met with his local Bishop. Jason was surprised when his Bishop encouraged him to build houses instead of becoming a priest. Jason’s calling has resulted in him being featured on 60 Minutes as the first person ...
Most businesses have a December 31st year end. That means many people just tallied last year’s results. It’s likely some of you are glad to have last year behind you. While others, who had a good year, are now wondering how to perform even better this coming year. Some people like dwelling on the past, while others like looking toward ...
Terry Looper, author of Sacred Pace, says that “If we work 80% of our time in our areas of giftedness, we will experience more joy and success.” The first step towards working in our areas of giftedness is to discover your workplace gifts. Attempt to narrow the field to 3 to 5 gifts. Begin by identifying the tasks and jobs ...
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