You are what your record says you are
I recently discovered this quote which I want you to think about: “You are what your record says you are.” I believe there is some good truth in that statement. …
You are what your record says you are Read MoreRedeeming the Time
Rick Grubbs is best known as the host of “Redeeming the Time,” a one-minute radio program featured on hundreds of radio outlets around the world. He has spoken thousands of times on Biblical time management in all 50 states and 26 other countries. He is the author of the book “Morning Momentum: God’s plan for launching an unstoppable day”. He and his wife Carrie live in Salisbury NC with several of their 12 children.
What do you need to fix today
What do you need to fix today? Is something at home leaking, creaking or squeaking? In Proverbs 24, God lists one of the evidences of a lazy person as being …
What do you need to fix today Read More Walk fast but don’t run
For several years I worked as a Chaplain at a maximum security prison. During that time, I saw a number of fights break out on the prison yard. Yet I …
Walk fast but don’t run Read More Things not what they appear
A lot of things are not what you think they are. For example: An airplane’s black boxes are what color? Orange The Canary Islands were named after what animal? A …
Things not what they appear Read More Stick to it like a postage stamp
Josh Billings, a humorist from the 1800’s advised, “Be like a postage stamp. Stick with one thing until you get there.” That old timer’s advice is even truer for us …
Stick to it like a postage stamp Read More Signs of aging
Bill told his buddy, “There are three signs of old age. The first is memory loss. And well…I forgot the other two.” There are actually quite a number of signs …
Signs of aging Read More Rich people and passive income
What defines a person as being “rich”? Since nearly all of us in Western countries would be considered rich by those from impoverished nations, there is no single, universally accepted …
Rich people and passive income Read More resurrection of our works
Most Christians think of the resurrection as a future event when their bodies will be raised from the dead and refashioned so that they will last forever. But something else …
resurrection of our works Read More Pretending you are the president
Several years ago, my family and I had front row seats to hear President George W. Bush address the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. It was exciting sitting just a few …
Pretending you are the president Read More People of the third way
When I was about five years old, I had a debate with my friend Neal as we played in his sandbox. I informed him that my dog, Tiger, was the …
People of the third way Read More Negotiating with the dentist
When the dentist told Bob he charged $500 for a tooth extraction Bob said “What if we skipped that numbing spray before you put the needle in?” “I wouldn’t advise …
Negotiating with the dentist Read More Morning Rhyme
You say you want success. You say you want God’s best. But instead of blessed, your life is stressed. Here’s why it’s such a mess. As goes the morning, so …
Morning Rhyme Read More Limits of Frugality
I like being frugal. But frugality has its limits. Let’s say you earn $50,000 a year. You are very frugal and save $20,000. At year’s end you are $20,000 richer. …
Limits of Frugality Read More Light and Variable
Weather forecasters often tell us the winds today will be “light and variable.” That means they don’t have much force behind them and we can’t predict which way they will …
Light and Variable Read More Human Cannonball
Here’s a riddle: In what job do you get fired as soon as you get hired? The answer- A human cannonball. In my new book “Morning Momentum” I give a …
Human Cannonball Read More How to have great peace
One of the most powerful verses in Scripture is Psalm 119.165, where the psalmist declares, “Great peace have they which love thy law, and nothing shall offend them.” Most Christians …
How to have great peace Read More Hocus Pocus or Focus
Harry Houdini was the world’s most famous magician. He escaped underwater death traps, slipped out of strait jackets, and amazed audiences with his disappearing acts. Many people believed Houdini had …
Hocus Pocus or Focus Read More Give less than 100%
“Whatever you do, give it 100%. Give it your best! Go all out and be the best you can be at everything you do!” That’s great advice for people who …
Give less than 100% Read More Fear of Failure versus Fear of Regret
I recently read of a successful businessman who was asked if he ever felt fear when taking on new projects. His response was very insightful. He explained that any time …
Fear of Failure versus Fear of Regret Read More False Accomplishments
This morning I observed a father give his 4 year old son a tablet loaded with games to keep him occupied while he met with a Bible study group in …
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