A REFLECTION ON CHRISTMAS VALUES

A REFLECTION ON CHRISTMAS VALUES

The following Christmas story was written by Linda Ganzel: “Wow! Miss Ganzel, this is awesome! Do people really live in these houses or do they just decorate them for fancy?” Ten-year-old Tony leaned over the back seat to whisper in my ear. His cousin...
TOO BUSY?

TOO BUSY?

I’ve been thinking about some of my goals for 2015. During the year, I keep a list of things I come across that challenge or interest me to review in December and to pray through regarding the upcoming year. One strong desire that the Lord has been repeatedly bringing...
THE PARABLE OF THE JANITOR AND THE CEO

THE PARABLE OF THE JANITOR AND THE CEO

The following is from A Light Shines Bright in Babylon: A Handbook for Christian Business Owners, © Buck Jacobs, 1995.  It greatly ministered to me. There once lived a janitor who worked for the same company for 40 years. He never rose above the position of janitor...
AN UNEXPECTED (UNWANTED) GIFT

AN UNEXPECTED (UNWANTED) GIFT

Many of you know my mentor, Jerry.  I enjoy Jerry’s fellowship and mentoring because he’s consistent, intense, and cuts the crap.  The following is on his blog this week. (www.gameoncoach.com) With his permission I wish to share it here, as I believe many B4Ters...
AVODAH–WORK IS WORSHIP

AVODAH–WORK IS WORSHIP

The Hebrew word “avodah (ah-vod-ah)” is translated in the English Bible for both work & worship. A better English translation when referring to work is service. God Receives Work as Worship Done Unto Him. Put simply – Work is worship. The similarity between the...
THE PURPOSE OF B4T

THE PURPOSE OF B4T

A story is told by Robert Fulghum, about a seminar he once attended in Greece. On the last day of the conference, the discussion leader walked over to the bright light of an open window and looked out. Then he asked if there were any questions. Fulghum laughingly...