The Goal of Getting Rich

The Goal of Getting Rich

So, what thoughts cross your mind when you see displays of wealth? Do you drool over some of the luxury items and lifestyles advertised – the clothes, the jewelry, the exotic cars, the dream vacations, the homes and the confident expressions of the people...
Past Victories Don’t Guarantee Future Success

Past Victories Don’t Guarantee Future Success

It seemed to come out of nowhere. He had been travelling with his parents, but just now he is alone. That’s often when it happens. It wasn’t a groundhog that leaped out of the bushes or a fox. It was nothing less than a young, aggressive lion. As crucial...
Going through the Motions

Going through the Motions

It certainly isn’t easy to tell, but eventually, it becomes apparent. More often than anyone of us care to admit, we have all been there and done it. So often, we work even harder to improve the impressive performance of our outward motions to compensate for our...
When Someone Outshines You

When Someone Outshines You

When someone outshines and displaces you, the potential for jealousy and rivalry is great unless your mission is crystal clear and transcends yourself. How did the inner circle of John the Baptist react when Jesus walked onto the public stage? Did anyone say:...
Help Wanted: Second Fiddlers

Help Wanted: Second Fiddlers

“I am hoping to make a positive impression on the conductor. If I join the orchestra, I’m hoping he gives me the principal trumpet position. I love doing solos. There’s the rush of adrenalin when all eyes are on you and the entire audience is...
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