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Why Engage, Educate, and Equip Others

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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

 

The Key to Being a Great Leader

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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

 

How to Earn Respect

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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

 

What it Takes to Be a Great Leader

There are many challenges that come with being a leader. One of those challenges is finding the middle ground between being too arrogant and too passive.

The Problem

Some leaders we know tend to lean toward arrogance. They become so confident and good at leading (or at least think they’re good at leading), that they begin to think too highly of themselves. This often causes them to become condescending in their attitude, short-tempered in their replies, and difficult to be around.

Other leaders we know tend to lead towards passivity. They work so hard to please the people they’re leading that they lose their morals and values. They stop leading with conviction and start leading with concern. They begin to put the opinions of others over the opinion of God.

The Solution

So how can we find the middle ground and avoid being arrogant or passive? With confidence from God. Confidently leading others begins with praying for them, investing in them, and doing everything we can to love them well. 

The Next Step

We encourage you to take some time this week to pray for the people you’re leading. This is sure to be a great first step to becoming a confident leader who is honoring to God!


Posted on: December 28, 2023

 

God’s Good Gifts

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We all work hard.

Whether it’s running an office, taking care of a family, or coaching a team, we all spend our days working hard and trying to do things with excellence.

So when something good happens, it’s natural for us to see it as a result of our hard work. Maybe your team makes it to the championship, and you can’t help but think that it’s because of the new drills that you created and brought to the table. And so you get caught up in your skills and abilities, unable to see the bigger picture…unable to see God’s hand in the situation.

But James 1:17 says, “Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights, who does not change like shifting shadows.” Not just some gifts. Not just most gifts. ALL gifts are from the Father. He is the one who has given us minds to think and dream, bodies to say and do. So in that way, every blessing is a result of God’s goodness, not our own work.

What are some of the good gifts God has given to you? We’d love for you to share them in a comment below.


Posted on: December 21, 2023

 

Why Your Friends Matter

What do you want your tomorrow to look like?

Maybe you dream of becoming the president of a successful business. Maybe you dream of traveling the world. Maybe you even dream of working with underprivileged people and changing their lives.

We all have dreams and aspirations and goals for our lives. But not all of us are making wise decisions now that will contribute to those dreams and aspirations and goals.

One of the biggest ways to predict your future is to take a look at your peers. Who do you surround yourself with? Are you spending time with people who encourage you or dismiss you? Because whether we realize it or not, the voices that we listen to are the voices that affect us most.

Hebrews 12:1-3 says, “Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God.” God designed us to live in community and to be encouraged by the relationships we have. He meant for our family and friends to be witnesses in our lives, helping us run the race set out before us.

So dream big, and surround yourself with people who will never stop believing in you!


Posted on: December 19, 2023

 

Top 5 Bible Verses on Obedience

Most of us don’t like rules. We don’t like being told what to do or when to do it or even how to do it. We like to be independent and make our own decisions. Why? Because we tend to believe that we know what’s best.

But want to know a little secret? Oftentimes, we have NO IDEA what the best decision is. And we end up making mistake after mistake after mistake. That’s why God gives us truth and that’s why He convicts us to follow His word.

So today, we want to share some of our favorite bible verses on obedience. Check them out below!

  1. “Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.” James 1:22
  2. “Jesus replied, ‘Anyone who loves me will obey my teaching.'” John 14:23
  3. “The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever.” 1 John 2:17
  4. “Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.” Matthew 7:24
  5. “Whoever heeds discipline shows the way to life, but whoever ignores correction leads others astray.” Proverbs 10:17

What other verses encourage you to be obedient? Share your favorites in a comment below!


Posted on: December 14, 2023

 

10 Ways to Live in the Moment

It’s all too easy to rush through life. It’s all too easy to become busy and stressed and rushed. This means we often miss out on what’s right in front of us.

But not anymore. Because today, we’re sharing 10 simple ways for you to make the most of your time and live in the moment! Check them out below:

  1. Make a list of what you’re thankful for.
  2. Tell your family you love them.
  3. Listen to your favorite song.
  4. Go for a walk with your spouse.
  5. Read a book.
  6. Find a quiet place to pray.
  7. Play in the yard with your kids.
  8. Take a deep breath.
  9. Watch the stars come out.
  10. Spend more time doing what you love.

What are some other ways to live in the moment? Share your ideas in a comment below!


Posted on: December 12, 2023

 

2 Ways to Be a Great Leader

We all want to lead well.

We all want to make a difference, encourage the people around us, and be the best leader we can be. So today, Coach Dungy is sharing two of his keys to being an effective leader! Check it out below:

  1. Be Approachable. First and foremost, it’s so important that you’re approachable as a leader. People won’t trust someone they don’t like. So be friendly, be authentic, and be sincere. Only then will your leadership be effective.
  2. Be Available. And second, make sure you’re available to talk with people. It doesn’t matter how friendly and caring you are if you’re never there! So make time to check in with the people you’re leading. Ask them how they’re doing, how you can encourage them, and how you can better lead them.

What are some other key characteristics of a strong leader? We’d love to hear your ideas. Just comment below!


Posted on: December 07, 2023

 

Honoring God with Your Actions

How does your spouse know you love them? Probably from the way you call them throughout the day and remind them. Or the way you encourage them when times get tough. Or the way you have stood by them all these years, choosing to put them before yourself.

This means that your spouse knows you love them through your actions.

In the same way, our love for the Lord is often displayed through our actions. When we are obedient and patient and kind, we are demonstrating the importance of our relationship with God. But when we are selfish and rude and quick to become angry, we are missing out on an opportunity to show God we love Him.

John 14:15 says, “If you love Me, you will keep My commandments.” In other words, God wants our actions to echo our love for Him. So be encouraged and choose to make choices that honor God!


Posted on: December 05, 2023

 

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