It isn’t easy to recognize our strengths and our weaknesses. Why? Because it requires some serious self-examination.
We all want to believe we’re patient, social, and a strong leader. But that’s often not the case. And the sooner we identify our strengths and weaknesses, the sooner we can utilize them to our advantage!
That’s why my challenge for you is this: to answer the following questions as honestly and objectively as you can.
Your Strengths:
1. In what areas of your life do you often find success?
2. If your friends had to pick you to be in charge of something, what would they put you in charge of?
3. Over time, what have you noticed to be your natural abilities?
Your Weaknesses:
1. If we asked your spouse, what would they say are your biggest struggles?
2. In what areas of your life do you often seek help?
3. What aspects of your career do you find most challenging?
What are your strengths and weaknesses? Feel free to leave your answers in a comment below.
Posted on: February 20, 2024
Every day, you have the chance to be a leader. Don’t believe me? Well, today we’ll be talking through 3 common places you can be a leader.
1. Be a Leader in Your Home
First and foremost, it’s crucial to be a leader in your home. Your family needs to have someone to depend on, someone to lean on, and someone to guide them well…they need YOU!
2. Be a Leader in Your Workplace
Next, let’s consider the importance of being a leader at your job. It’s all too easy to choose laziness over excellence…especially when all your coworkers are cutting corners. But I encourage you to be a leader and instead remember Colossians 3:23 which says, “Whatever you do, do it heartily as to the Lord, and not to men.”
3. Be a Leader in Your Social Circle
And finally, perhaps the most difficult place to be a leader is with your friends. When they begin complaining about their spouses, their bosses, or their kids, we keep our mouths closed. Why? We’d rather let them rant than call them out and make things uncomfortable. But my advice: lead your friends well by pointing out when their negative attitudes take things too far.
Where else can we strive to be leaders? We’d love to hear your thoughts in a comment below.
Posted on: February 15, 2024
Whether you realize it or not, your children are watching you.
Do you like what they’re seeing?
As parents, we have a responsibility to act with care. So below are a series of questions to reflect upon how you may be influencing your children–in good ways and in not so good ways…
- Are you quick to lose your temper?
- When is the last time you showed affection to your spouse in front of your kids?
- Do you treat others with respect or disdain?
- Are you quick to serve around the house?
- What sort of language do you use when you’re angry?
- Do you spend more time checking emails or checking how your child’s day was?
- Do you use your words to build others up or tear others down?
- How often do you thank your spouse for what they do?
What are some other questions to help you reflect on how you influence your kids? We’d love to hear your suggestions in a comment below.
Posted on: February 13, 2024
Self-analysis is no simple task. Yet it’s crucial to working well with others and achieving great things. Why? Because the more we know about our strengths and weaknesses, the more we’ll be able to seek out others who can complement us.
So answer the 10 questions below to better understand where you thrive and where you struggle. Then, use your new knowledge to create a recipe for success with your coworkers!
- Leadership: Do you enjoy taking charge or following pre-determined plans?
- Confidence: Do you speak your mind or hope for things to work themselves out?
- Compassion: Are you easily able to see your coworkers as people with personal lives and families?
- Ambition: Are you constantly looking for ways to grow or are you content where you are?
- Detail-Oriented: Are you able to keep all the puzzle pieces in order or do you prefer the big picture?
- Logical: Are you driven by logic or emotions?
- Team Player: Do you thrive in a group or do you prefer independence?
- Criticism: Do you take constructive criticism well or does your sensitivity prevent you from growing?
- Experience: Are you a well-seasoned pro or do you need more guidance?
- Perfection: Do you get frustrated with imperfection or are you able to demonstrate flexibility?
What are some other common strengths and weaknesses you see in yourself? Comment below with your thoughts!
Posted on: February 08, 2024
We’re only given a little bit of free time. And today, we’d like to encourage you to use that time wisely…by investing in your marriage. Not sure how to get started?
Well, here are 5 small ways to love your spouse this week:
- Bring home flowers for your wife.
- Leave a kind note on your spouse’s mirror.
- Fill up your husband’s car with a full tank of gas.
- Cook a special dinner for your spouse.
- Send a text to let your spouse know you’re thinking of them.
What are some other ways to work on your marriage? You can leave your ideas in a comment below.
Posted on: February 01, 2024
There are thousands of books and movies and songs and people who attempt to define marriage. But Tony Dungy says it comes down to three simple things: uniting, committing, and following. So here are 3 ways to build an Uncommon Marriage.
- Unite to Your Spouse: We all remember the vows we made on our wedding day. But how often do we put those vows into action? Uniting to your spouse means loving them every day…for better and for worse…in sickness and in health.
- Commit to Stay Together: Life will throw a lot of hardships your way…things like financial issues, lost jobs, and sudden illnesses. But no matter the circumstance, commit right now to stay with your spouse and get through the difficulties together.
- Follow God: And finally, the most crucial step to building an uncommon marriage is following God. This means using your marriage to trust God, glorify God, and love God in a deeper way.
How can you and your spouse follow God together through this season of life? We’d love for you to share in a comment below.
Posted on: January 30, 2024
We all believe in something. But oftentimes, we keep our faith to ourselves. Instead of living a life that reflects our beliefs, we keep our faith separate and secret.
But the truth is that faith is belief put into action.
So today, we’re going to talk through 5 ways to put your belief into action…
Speak Kind Words to Your Spouse: Find simple ways to compliment and encourage your spouse every day.
Spend Quality Time with Your Kids: Make memories with your children that they’ll always remember.
Serve Your Community: Find ways to care for the less-fortunate around you–whether serving them a meal or helping with yard work.
Share Wisdom with Others: Be a source of wisdom and counsel for those who are making decisions in life.
Seek Out Ways to Put Others First: Ultimately, it’s all about living a selfless life and putting others ahead of yourself.
What are some other ways to put your faith into action? We’d love to hear your ideas in a comment below.
Posted on: January 11, 2024
In life, we are responsible for 3 things: engaging others, educating others, and equipping others. So today, let’s talk a little bit about why it’s so crucial to take on these roles and do them well…
Why Engage?
Engaging others well means listening to people, caring for people, and advising people. By choosing to engage, you’re choosing to put the needs of others ahead of your own.
Why Educate?
We all have something to offer the world. So what’s stopping you from educating others about what you’ve learned? Be quick to offer your wisdom and guidance!
Why Equip?
Equipping others is the best way to love them well. By equipping them with the resources to make wise decisions, you’re investing in their future.
How will you engage, educate, or equip others today? Feel free to leave your idea in a comment below!
Posted on: January 09, 2024
Being a leader is no easy task.
So today, we’re going to discuss two key parts of being a great leader.
1. Leaders Must Energize:
We all know what it’s like to have days of exhaustion and pessimism. But energizing others means giving them energy to accomplish great tasks. In other words, leaders are called to be positive sources of strength for those they’re leading!
Practical Tip: Energize your coworkers today with a cool quote about perseverance.
2. Leaders Must Inspire:
When days get long and weeks get hard, inspiration is the best way to pick people up. That’s why the greatest leaders are inspirational! They’re willing and able to inspire their peers to keep going when the going gets tough.
Practical Tip: Inspire your family today by sharing a devotion with them.
What are some other qualities of a great leader? Leave your thoughts in a comment below.
Posted on: January 04, 2024
We all want respect. So how do we earn it? Well, here are 3 simple ways to earn respect every day…
1. By Acting with Kindness:
Caring for others is the first step toward earning their respect. The more you make someone feel valued, the more they will value you and your opinion.
2. By Acting with Honor:
It’s no secret that each person is unique in their own way. So the sooner we honor others’ differences, the sooner they will come to respect us.
3. By Acting with Dignity:
No person is worth more than another. So when we choose to act with dignity and treat others equally, respect is sure to follow.
How else can we work to earn respect from our families, friends, and coworkers? Share your ideas in a comment below.
Posted on: January 02, 2024
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