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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Resilient Quotes

Quotes About Resilience 

  • Character cannot be developed in ease and quiet. Only through experience of trial and suffering can the soul be strengthened, ambition inspired, and success achieved. --Helen Keller
  • Life doesn't get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and more resilient.
  • Nothing man-made is more resilient than the human spirit.
  • Resilience is woven deeply into the fabric of Oklahoma. Throw us an obstacle, and we grow stronger. --Brad Henry, American Politician (1963-  )
  • The Biblical worldview sees Earth and its ecosystems as the effect of a wise God's creation and... therefore robust, resilient, and self-regulating, like the product of any good engineer.








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Resilience and Growth= When you go through something, you grow through it. As you think about your goals and what you want to achieve, you make a plan knowing there will be setbacks and things won't go as planned—and that is where you need resilience. Resilience is a skill—a skill that can be learned. 



Living on the Edge - We aren't always going to get it right, remember that. If it doesn't work out the first time, or even the second time - get back up. Embrace being human, embrace being resilient. 




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Today you are in for quite a treat because one of our Maxwell Leadership Thought Leaders, Valorie Burton, is going to teach you about how to coach yourself by asking five questions. These questions are ones that every resilient leaders asks themselves. If you’re not familiar with Valorie, she is a life strategist and world-renowned speaker. She is CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology (CaPP) Institute, as well as a Maxwell Leadership Thought Leader! She has written 13 books translated into several languages including Let Go of the Guilt, It’s About Time, and Successful Women Think Differently. 

Resilience is an important trait for leaders to possess because it allows them to persevere through difficult times and bounce back from setbacks.
Leaders who have resilience are better equipped to handle the challenges and uncertainties that come with leadership positions.


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Ecclesiastes 1 The words of the Teacher, son of David, king in Jerusalem: “Meaningless! Meaningless!” says the Teacher. “Utterly meaningless! Everything is meaningless.” What do people gain from all their labors at which they toil under the sun? ...
2 Corinthians 4:8-9 ESV We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed;
2 Timothy 1:7 ESV For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.
Ephesians 6:10 ESV Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might.
Isaiah 41:10 ESV Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Joshua 1:9 ESV Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”
Philippians 4:13 ESV I can do all things through him who strengthens me.
Proverbs 3:5-6 ESV Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
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Wednesday, April 17, 2024

Troubles and Trials Quotes

Quotes About Troubles and Trials 

  • A gem cannot be polished without friction, nor a man perfected without trials. --SENECA
  • A smooth sea never made a skilled mariner. -- English proverb
  • God promises a safe landing, not a calm passage
  • I always prefer to believe the best of everybody, it saves so much trouble. --Rudyard Kipling
  • I do not know anyone who goes through life without some wounding of the heart. Sometimes we take a little shower at Calvary rather than let God deeply cut and wash away the hurts with His atoning blood. Cindy Jacobs
  • I know God promises not to give me more than I can handle. I just wish he didn't trust me so much. Mother Teresa
  • If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.
  • If there must be trouble, let it be in my day, that my child may have peace. --Thomas Paine
  • If you see ten troubles coming down the road, you can be sure that nine will run into the ditch before they reach you. --CALVIN COOLIDGE
  • In the sorest trials God often makes the sweetest discoveries of Himself.
  • Jesus promised his disciples three things - that they would be completely fearless, absurdly happy and in constant trouble. G. K. Chesterton
  • The real man smiles in trouble, gathers strength from distress, and grows brave by reflection. --Thomas Paine
  • Those times when you feel like quitting can be times of great opportunity, for God uses your troubles to help you grow. – Warren Wiersbe
  • Troubles are often the tools by which God fashions us for better things... We are always in the forge, or on the anvil; by trials, God is shaping us for higher things. --Henry Ward Beecher



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1 Corinthians 10:13 ESV No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it.
1 Peter 3:14 - But even if you should suffer for righteousness’ sake, you will be blessed. Have no fear of them, nor be troubled,
Hebrews 12:15 - See to it that no one fails to obtain the grace of God; that no “root of bitterness” springs up and causes trouble, and by it many become defiled;
James 1:12 (MSG) Anyone who meets a testing challenge head-on and manages to stick it out is mighty fortunate. For such persons loyally in love with God, the reward is life and more life.
James 1:12 ESV Blessed is the man who remains steadfast under trial, for when he has stood the test he will receive the crown of life, which God has promised to those who love him.
John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.”
John 18:28  Jesus' trial before Caiaphas ended in the early hours of the morning. Then he was taken to the headquarters of the Roman governor. His accusers didn't go inside because it would defile them, and they wouldn't be allowed to celebrate the Passover.
Matthew 6:34 (MSG) “Give your entire attention to what God is doing right now, and don’t get worked up about what may or may not happen tomorrow. God will help you deal with whatever hard things come up when the time comes.
Philippians 3:1 - Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you.
Philippians 4:14 - Yet it was kind of you to share my trouble.
Proverbs 12:13 The wicked are trapped by their own words, but the godly escape such trouble.
Proverbs 17:20 The crooked heart will not prosper; the lying tongue tumbles into trouble.
Psalms 25:16 (MSG) Look at me and help me! I’m all alone and in big trouble.
Romans 7:14 So the trouble is not with the law, for it is spiritual and good. The trouble is with me, for I am all too human, a slave to sin.
Romans 8:28 ESV And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
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Tuesday, April 16, 2024

Competence Quotes

Quotes About Competence 

  • Competence, like truth, beauty, and contact lenses, is in the eye of the beholder. --Laurence J. Peter, Canadian Writer (1919-1990)
  • Everybody's got a different circle of competence. The important thing is not how big the circle is. The important thing is staying inside the circle. --Warren Buffett
  • How do you attain moral authority? The answer is quite simple, have competence.
  • I have no idols. I admire work, dedication and competence. --Ayrton Senna
  • Literature adds to reality, it does not simply describe it. It enriches the necessary competencies that daily life requires and provides; and in this respect, it irrigates the deserts that our lives have already become. --C. S. Lewis
  • Love what you do. Get good at it. Competence is a rare commodity in this day and age. And let the chips fall where they may. --Jon Stewart
  • Teaching is the only major occupation of man for which we have not yet developed tools that make an average person capable of competence and performance. In teaching we rely on the 'naturals', the ones who somehow know how to teach. --Peter Drucker
  • The end of education is to see men made whole, both in competence and in conscience. --John Dickey
  • There are three qualities a leader must exemplify to build trust: competence, connection, and character. --John C. Maxwell
  • Trust is a function of two things: character and competence. Character includes your integrity, your motive and your intent with people. Competence includes your capabilities, your skills, and your track record. Both are vital. --Stephen Covey


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2 Corinthians 10:12 (MSG) We’re not, understand, putting ourselves in a league with those who boast that they’re our superiors. We wouldn’t dare do that. But in all this comparing and grading and competing, they quite miss the point.
2 Corinthians 3:4-5 ESV Such is the confidence that we have through Christ toward God. Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God,
2 Corinthians 3:5 Not that we are competent in ourselves to claim anything for ourselves, but our competence comes from God.
2 Timothy 2:15 ESV Do your best to present yourself to God as one approved, a worker who has no need to be ashamed, rightly handling the word of truth.
2 Timothy 3:17 ESV That the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.
Acts 18:24 - Now a Jew named Apollos, a native of Alexandria, came to Ephesus. He was an eloquent man, competent in the Scriptures.
Daniel 1:4 - youths without blemish, of good appearance and skillful in all wisdom, endowed with knowledge, understanding learning, and competent to stand in the king’s palace, and to teach them the literature and language of the Chaldeans.
Matthew 5:9 (MSG) “You’re blessed when you can show people how to cooperate instead of compete or fight. That’s when you discover who you really are, and your place in God’s family.
Proverbs 22:29 Do you see any truly competent workers? They will serve kings rather than working for ordinary people.
Proverbs 3:21 My son, do not let wisdom and understanding out of your sight, preserve sound judgment and discretion;
Proverbs 8:14 I possess good advice and competence;I have understanding and strength.
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Passion Quotes

Quotes About Passion 

  • If passion drives you, let reason hold the reins. --Benjamin Franklin
  • Passion is energy. Feel the power that comes from focusing on what excites you. --Oprah Winfrey
  • Passion is momentary; love is enduring. --John Wooden
  • Passion is the genesis of genius. --GALILEO GALILEI
  • There is no passion to be found playing small - in settling for a life that is less than the one you are capable of living. --Nelson Mandela 


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Tomorrow, Making a Difference Today Will be Too Late
Make Today Better - We should have passion and excitement for what we do. We all need a thought or prompting to make us make today better. Today is the day that you can make a difference. So get passion, go out, and make a difference for one another. 



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Success Takes Energy = The next question from John Maxwell’s Book, Put Your Dream To The Test, is about passion and energy … Passion energizes us to accomplish our dreams and gives us desire. You can’t coast to success. It takes passion and desire to undertake any great accomplishment. Does your passion match your dream?








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1 Peter 1:14 - As obedient children, do not be conformed to the passions of your former ignorance,
1 Peter 2:11 - Beloved, I urge you as sojourners and exiles to abstain from the passions of the flesh, which wage war against your soul.
1 Peter 4:2-3 - so as to live for the rest of the time in the flesh no longer for human passions but for the will of God. For the time that is past suffices for doing what the Gentiles want to do, living in sensuality, passions, drunkenness, orgies, drinking parties, and lawless idolatry.
1 Peter 5:8 Curb every passion, and be on the alert. Your great accuser, the Devil, is going about like a roaring lion to see whom he can devour.
1 Thessalonians 4:5 not in lustful passion like the pagans who do not know God and his ways.
2 Peter 2:10 - and especially those who indulge in the lust of defiling passion and despise authority. Bold and willful, they do not tremble as they blaspheme the glorious ones,
2 Peter 2:18 - For, speaking loud boasts of folly, they entice by sensual passions of the flesh those who are barely escaping from those who live in error.
2 Timothy 2:22 So flee youthful passions and pursue righteousness, faith, love, and peace, along with those who call on the Lord from a pure heart.
Colossians 3:23 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters,
Colossians 3:5 So put to death your worldly impulses: sexual sin, impurity, passion, evil desire, and greed (which is idolatry).
Galatians 5:24 Those who belong to Christ Jesus have nailed the passions and desires of their sinful nature to his cross and crucified them there.
James 4:1 - What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you? Is it not this, that your passions are at war within you?
James 4:3 - You ask and do not receive, because you ask wrongly, to spend it on your passions.
John 1:13 They are reborn - not with a physical birth resulting from human passion or plan, but a birth that comes from God.
John 2:17 Then his disciples remembered this prophecy from the Scriptures: “Passion for God’s house will consume me.”
Jude 18 - They said to you, “In the last time there will be scoffers, following their own ungodly passions.”
Luke 10:27 (MSG) He said, “That you love the Lord your God with all your passion and prayer and muscle and intelligence—and that you love your neighbor as well as you do yourself.”
Matthew 6:21 ESV For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.
Proverbs 22:12 (MSG) God guards knowledge with a passion, but he’ll have nothing to do with deception.
Psalm 84:2 ESV My soul longs, yes, faints for the courts of the Lord; my heart and flesh sing for joy to the living God.
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Monday, April 15, 2024

Tax Quotes

Quotes About Tax 

  • "The important point to remember is that for the government to give, it must first take away."  (John S. Coleman)
  • "America: a great land of taxation founded to avoid taxation."  (Dr. Laurence J. Peter, paraphrased) 
  • "Today it takes more brains to fill out the income tax form than it does to make the income." (Alfred E. Neumann, MAD Magazine)


 


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Luke 20:22 Now tell us - is it right for us to pay taxes to Caesar or not?”
Romans 13:7 Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.
Luke 18:10 (NLT) “Two men went to the Temple to pray. One was a Pharisee, and the other was a despised tax collector.
Matthew 5:46 - For if you love those who love you, what reward do you have? Do not even the tax collectors do the same?
Matthew 9:9 - As Jesus passed on from there, he saw a man called Matthew sitting at the tax booth, and he said to him, “Follow me.” And he rose and followed him.
Matthew 9:10 - And as Jesus reclined at table in the house, behold, many tax collectors and sinners came and were reclining with Jesus and his disciples.
Matthew 9:11 - And when the Pharisees saw this, they said to his disciples, “Why does your teacher eat with tax collectors and sinners?”
Matthew 10:3 - Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matthew the tax collector; James the son of Alphaeus, and Thaddaeus;
Matthew 11:19 - The Son of Man came eating and drinking, and they say, ‘Look at him! A glutton and a drunkard, a friend of tax collectors and sinners!’ Yet wisdom is justified by her deeds.”
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