A daily practice I started years ago during my devotion time is the reading and studying of the Proverb corresponding with the day of the month. Proverbs 12 is one of the shorter Proverbs but it contains a powerful recipe for success. Below is a stream of “success” virtues laid forth for us from Proverbs…
All Means All
Jeremiah 17:5-8, This is what the Lord says: “Cursed are those who put their trust in mere humans, who rely on human strength and turn their hearts away from the Lord. They are like stunted shrubs in the desert, with no hope for the future. They will live in the barren wilderness, in an uninhabited…
Leading is Leading
2 Timothy 2:15, “Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a workman who does not need to be ashamed and who correctly handles the word of truth.” (NIV) I came across the following recorded from the Chinese founder of Taoism, Lao Tzu. What amazes me is he had these beliefs about…
“It”
Acts 1:8, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth.” (NIV) Last night we had our small church group over for dinner. After dinner we began to discuss “Christmas is…
Dream Chasing
Proverbs 13:12, “Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a longing fulfilled is a tree of life.” (NIV) I was speaking with a coaching client of mine the other day and he shared with me the joy he was feeling as he had achieved yet another goal in his quest toward achieving the dream he…
It’s not just a day
…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…
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?…
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.