Proverbs 12.24 contrasts diligence and laziness. In fact, those who are diligent find themselves in positions of leadership. Therefore, impactful leaders are diligent! Diligence is your key into leadership. Conversely, laziness is your ticket to staying where you are! Proverbs 12.24 paraphrase Why Diligence? Why is diligence so critical for a leader? And, why contrast […]
In Proverbs 9.6 wisdom says “don’t simple-minded.” Instead, be deliberate. In addition, build insight! As a result, you’ll enjoy abundance! Thus, don’t be shallow-minded! Wisdom says “don’t be simple-minded.” Instead, be insightful. Proverbs 9.6 paraphrase The Shallow-minded What’s it like to be shallow-minded? In contrast, what’s it like to have insight? The dictionary says the […]
Second Samuel 23 presents some end-of-life observations by David. He identifies two leadership essentials. Thus, I must get these two right before my leadership efforts are blessed. Here’s what God revealed to me about leadership. The leadership essentials are as follows. First, a just character. Second, reverence for God. Second Samuel 23.3 paraphrase Identifying Leadership […]
First Kings 3.28 tells about the outcome of a decision. Solomon saw his influence grow because of that sound decision. Therefore, sound decisions yield influence! Everyone heard about the king’s decision. As a result, they respected him. Why? Because he had the wisdom of God! First Kings 3.28 paraphrase The Story You’ve likely heard this […]
Ecclesiastes 8.5 says getting the fundamentals right leads to sound decisions. Why? Because of a wise character. Additionally, I know the right thing to do. I also know the right time to do it. Therefore, get a wise character to make sound decisions! Keeping the precepts builds a wise character that makes sound decisions. Ecclesiastes […]