Open Your Eyes with McKay Christensen

S3E39 - The Power of One More


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McKay welcomes everyone to join him on the podcast this week as he explores the inspiring journeys of individuals who've harnessed the incredible power of “one more". Through the stories of John Grisham, Jim Morris, Catherine Stockett, and Peter the Apostle, McKay delves deeply into the realms of personal growth and empowerment, shedding light on the profound theme of resilience and unwavering determination.

As you will  hear, the stories shared in this episode serve as a beacon of hope and motivation, inspiring us all to integrate the principle of just “one more" into our daily lives, seize opportunities, and chase our dreams with unending determination. From Grisham’s tenacity in pursuing his dreams of being an author while working as a lawyer and state legislator, to Stockett’s perseverance and resilience in the face of adversity, to God’s test for Peter at the Sea of Galilee, McKay demonstrates how giving it just “one more” try can lead to immense success. Join him here today to gain a better understanding of the sheer power of resilience and discover how consistently pursuing your dreams can lead to your own personal growth and some truly extraordinary achievements.

Episode Highlights:

  • The importance of choices in daily life
  • The potential for positive change by filling one's time with uplifting content
  • John Grisham's effort and discipline in becoming renowned author
  • Jim Morris's perseverance in achieving his dream of playing in the major leagues
  • Peter's willingness to cast his nets one more time
  • Catherine Stockett's persistence in achieving remarkable success
  • The concept that each new day offers "one more chance" for personal growth, change, and redemption
  • Embracing the power of giving things another try and making the most of every opportunity


Quotes:

"The power of repeated effort, one more phone call, one more appointment, one more attempt will yield results that are unexpected."

"By implementing a 'one more' mentality, individuals differentiate themselves from others who are unwilling to go the extra mile."

"Dreams and stories are created and told by those who muster the courage to try just one more time."

"We often find that one more makes all the difference."

"One more try, one more effort, often uncovers the miracles in life and in our own development."

"When you implement a one more mentality, you start to do what other people are unwilling to do."

"All you need to do is to get through today. Tomorrow, you can start again and conquer your battles with a one more mentality."

"One more chance is what God gives to us every day."


Links:

https://www.mckaychristensen.org/


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