…it should be a lifestyle. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, “Be joyful always; pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” Earlier this week I caught wind that a friend of mine lost his job due to some downsizing. Â There is probably no worse time to lose a…
Month: November 2011
The 3rd “D”
Hebrews 12:11, “No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Â Later on, however, it poduces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.” If you haven’t figured it out yet, I am a dreamer and I love helping others with their dreams. Â Just yesterday I was talking with…
What are you full of?
What a “catchy” title. Â I’ve had more than one person tell me what they thought I was full of over the years and I’m thankful for my dear wife who doesn’t hesitate to tell me what I am full of when I need to hear it. Seriously though, this blog is not about B.S., it…
Leading from the Rear
Matthew 20:26, “Not so with you. Â Instead, whoever wants to become great among you must be your servant.” Â (NIV) I’ve always been intrigued with leadership. Â Over the years I’ve read many books on leadership from John Maxwell, to Jim Collins to Stephen Covey. Â I would guess I’ve read a couple hundred books on leadership. Â What…
Power Source
Ephesians 6:10, “Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power.” Psalms 121:2, “My help comes from the Lord, the maker of heaven and earth.” Question: Â Where do you draw your power and strength from today? Â Is it alcohol? Â Is it exercise? Â Is it your spouse? Â Is it your kids? Â Is it drugs?…
50/50…Life and Death
Proverbs 11:2, “When pride comes, then comes disgrace, but with humility comes wisdom.” I was reflecting with my wife last night about how up until I was 50 I was planning on living forever and then after turning 50 I began to plan as if I was going to die any moment. Â Part of this…
Acceptance
I received an email from a friend asking for some advice about acceptance. Â He shared how he is going through a difficult time with a sibling. One of several defects of character of mine that came to the surface while going through the 12 Steps for the first time was my desire to control or…
The biggest game of your life…
John 8:12, “I am the light of the world. Â Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:31-32, “…If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Â Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” A friend and fellow blog…
Take Control
“Either you run the day or the day runs you.” –Jim Rohn …need I say more? Do you have a plan for today? Â If not, I guarantee your day has a plan for you. Do you have a dream for your life? Â If not, I guarantee your life will be nothing but a part of…
Jay Meyer
I started this blog in 2008 because of my passion for helping others take their lives to the next level. My hope is that, through sharing my life experiences as a business leader, husband, father, and recovering drug addict, I will positively impact your life.