Thoughts, devotions, and more from Jeffrey K. Ross, author of "Next Step Devotions"
It is fascinating and often inspiring to watch the reactions of Olympic champions once they win the gold medal. Some burst into tears. Some yell with ferocity. Many leap for joy, hugging those around them as they wear the biggest smiles their faces can muster. A few have less than admirable responses. I was impressed …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #223: Be Gracious in Winning Or Losing
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 …
My last post was about using your talents and, for me, getting back in the saddle again. I talked about starting a new class at my church on August 5 after taking a few years off from teaching. Today the room was prepared. New supplies were purchased. Much cleaning was done. Preparation for the lesson …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #214: Do Your Best Regardless of How Many Will Know
This was a very satisfying week for me at work. I got several things accomplished that had been camping out on my to-do list for way too long. We had a significant win in an effort that was years in the making; another significant win also written about here; my week was not filled with …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #191: It Feels Good To End Well
I have great respect for people who are themselves wherever they are. It irks me when I see someone behave one way in front of some people and an entirely different way in front of others. The only chameleons I enjoy are reptilian, not human. This is not to say that we are to be …
Continue reading Leap Year Lesson #190: Be Yourself Wherever You Are
