“There is profit in all hard work, but endless talk leads only to poverty.” – Proverbs 14:23 What does it take to be great? Is there one secret that allowed Ted Williams to become baseball’s greatest hitter? What was it that allowed Hank Aaron to be the most consistent home run hitter of his era?
“….let us strip off every weight that slows us down…. and let us run with endurance the race God has set before us. We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.” – Hebrews 12:1-2 The forecast for Friday night’s game is RAIN!
“So humble yourselves under the mighty power of God, and at the right time he will lift you up in honor.” – 1 Peter 5:6 Everyone has a certain amount of ego, but we must be able to keep it under control. Ego is feeling confident and important, knowing we can do the job. But, if we start feeling that we’re too important, or that we can do the job without real effort and hard work, that’s arrogance.
“Jesus I know, and Paul I recognize —but who are you?” Acts 19:15 Who are you? Think about that question a moment. Do you really know who you are?
(Dedicated to my sister Elizabeth and the legacy she leaves behind. Her love of Jesus Christ impacted everyone she met.) “I am able to do all things through Him who strengthens me.” – Philippians 4:13 Kay Yow, legendary women’s basketball coach at North Carolina State, left a legacy! When we add up the victories and accomplishments of her coaching career, it is indeed impressive.