Month: May 2018

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Road to recovery

Pain. Isolation. Internal struggles. Wounds. Unresolved hurt. Secret sins. Abuse. Where do you go to get help?

In April, one of the finalists for a superintendent of schools opening in our community was accused of publicly exposing himself 16 times since November. He had a strong resume and a successful track record including being voted Minnesota’s top superintendent in 2010. His behavior seemed to come out of nowhere. He resigned his current superintendent position. I pray that he and his family find God’s grace, truth and healing.

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Lead yourself well at every age

A year ago Sean McVay was hired as the head football coach for the Los Angeles Rams. Previously, he was successful as the offensive coordinator for the Washington Redskins. Based on his success as an offensive coordinator it wasn’t surprising he was hired as a head coach. What made his hiring a total shock to most people was that he was only 30 years old.

I will admit, I didn’t see how a 30-year-old coach could lead an NFL team, especially with all the pressure of Los Angeles. The owner of the team had just announced they were building the largest stadium in the world as part of a 300-acre sports and entertainment district with the focal point being the Rams football team. With all of that at stake they hire a 30-year-old coach?

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Improving your fuel

Just like an engine will never run well with the wrong fuel, neither will we. Emotionally, as humans, our fuel will determine how efficiently and long we run. We must regularly ask ourselves, “What fuel am I burning? What are the motivating factors for my ambition?”

Last week I shared with you three dangerous fuels.

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Your fuel must be checked

In 1794, Thomas Mead patented the first gas engine and Robert Street patented an internal combustion engine, which was the first to use gasoline. These engines were modified, improved and eventually used to transport people in boats, automobiles, trains and planes. The fuel for these engines has also been modified and improved over the years.

Emotionally, as humans, we all run on some type and quality of fuel. And our fuel will determine how efficient, effective, long and successful we run. We must regularly ask ourselves, “What fuel am I burning? What are the motivating factors for my ambition?”

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