So many people want to get to the top of Table Mountain. Most people is only willing to take the cable car to get there. Often, by taking the longer more challenging path by hiking up, you get to experience so much more (tough but so amazing and rewarding). Life is the same way... Enjoy the hike!

I worked through this devotion series that spoke about the tension between working hard and trusting God for the results. I want to share what I took from it because maybe you are struggling with this as well.

On the one hand, God wants us to work hard and on the other hand trust Him fully for results. As a Christian, I need to accept this tension between hard work and trusting God for the results to find rest. Joshua 6 is a great case study that explains this acceptance of the tension. Maybe you know the story. God promises to give Jericho to Joshua, but instead of giving Joshua superhuman powers, God asked Joshua to work. They (the Israelites) had to march around Jericho once each day for six days and on the seventh day 7 times, screaming and blowing on the trumpets on the 7th lap. In doing Joshua and the Israelites had to trust God for the victory.

I learned that I should not try and solve this tension between working hard and trusting God for the results, I need to accept it. These ideas are not in conflict with each other, they are meant to work together.

This realization has giving me the renewed assurance that God is in control, He is asking me to work hard where He placed me and I need to trust Him for the results.

As a creator and entrepreneur, if you have struggled with this tension, I want to encourage you to work hard at your craft, get the skills you need, and trust God for the results.

We have a tradition in our house when the weather is cold and miserable. We make pancakes. I get my two daughters Olivia (6) and Emily (5) to help me prepare the dough. We have a secret family recipe. They sift the flour, add the water and eggs and I add the rest. After we mix it and the dough has rested I bake the pancakes.

Here is the twist, and that is what I want to discuss on today's episode and hopefully it will help you as well.

This episode might offend some people. It is not my intention, but if it does, maybe it is exactly the episode that you needed to listen to, to start thinking about the legacy and example that are passed down to your children and you received from your parents.

I would love to get your feedback on this one.

Enjoy

Honesty is not just about telling the truth. It's about being real with yourself and others about who you are, what you want, and what you need to live your most authentic life. ... Honesty sharpens our perception and allows us to observe everything around us with clarity.

We all have 24 hours in a day... Why is it that some people find more time to do certain things... 

What does the Bible say about Restoration? 

Restoration in the Bible is synonymous with healing, repairing, returning to a previous state of being. 

Psalm 51:12 says "Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit." 

Although we may stray from steadfast faith and obedience, there are numerous Bible verses about restoration we can look to for inspiration for renewal in our lives.

Restoration is a recurring theme in scripture as those who strayed from the teachings and love of God sought to restore their divine relationship with Him. Further occurrences of repairing what had decayed included personal relationships, fortunes, and health.

We hear that we need to break down our BIG goals into smaller pieces and focus on that smaller piece.  I fully agree with that but in this episode, I want to share with you the missing link why people are not achieving their goals.  

I learned this from an interview that had with Jerry Seinfeld, where he shared his secret to success.

Following your passion and listening with your heart - giving 150% and not expecting anything in return. 

Forgiveness can lead to: Healthier relationships. Improved mental health. Less anxiety, stress and hostility.

Forgiveness removes pain and grudge from your heart. You become happier and this is what the Lord desires for you. When your heart is pure, the Lord can find a place in it and fill it with love. When your life is free from grudge, the Lord can start sending you miracles.