I recently blogged about starting a new class at my church and having the less-than-impressive beginning of nobody showing up the first Sunday. I continued to study and was likewise prepared for the second date of the class today. Again, nobody came. The first empty class was disappointing, but I still had confidence to move forward …
Author: Jeff Ross
Author of "Next Step Devotions"; semi-retired after a career in Christian ministry and secular information technology; available for teaching and public speaking; lives in Winchester, KY
Leap Year Lesson #221: Take Advantage of Opportunities
Have you ever passed on an opportunity and then kicked yourself later for doing so? Windows of opportunity don't last forever. Sometimes the window is very narrow and you have to act in a short time or the opportunity is lost. Not all opportunities are equal in importance, of course. The chance to buy clothes …
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Leap Year Lesson #220: Anyone Can Be An Inspiration To Others
Who inspires you? I was reminded on a very long run today that inspiration can come from a variety of sources, some of them very unexpected. While on my longest run of the year today - a little more than a half-marathon distance at 13.33 miles - I could not help but think of the …
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Leap Year Lesson #219: Don’t Fill Every Hour of Your Day With Activity
Here is what makes up my typical day: Work about 9-10 hours; Get in at least 15,000 steps (about 7.5 miles) as measured by my pedometer; Spend at least an hour in personal spiritual study and preparation for teaching Sunday School; Give the dog plenty of exercise; Clean up after the dog; Stay connected and …
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Leap Year Lesson #218: Stop Over Planning and Do Something
I've had a few occasions lately where multiple meetings on a subject are proof that some people are inclined to spend way too much time planning the simplest things. At some point I want to just say "Stop talking about this and do something!" In one case, a colleague and I are locked into one …
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