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Be Strong and Courageous

God demands that we remain strong at every level, physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually.  We need to grow beyond our limitations. 

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Walk in the Light

Don't just sit there and murmur and complain.  Begin to walk and the light will begin to shine and the dawn of a new day will appear.

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Master the Art of Integrity

The more credible we are, the more confidence people place in us, thereby allowing us the privilege of influencing their lives. 

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The Benefits of Laughter

Good leaders don't take themselves too seriously. They know how to laugh and are willing to laugh at themselves.

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The Power of Thinking Big

Great thinking creates great results. Mediocre thinking creates mediocre results. It's not that people want too much, it's that they want too little.

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10 Principles of Servant Leadership

Many people see the leader as the person on top...the one with the perks, privileges, and praise. The truth is, leaders are at the bottom of the...

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4 Ways Leaders Build Teams

Leadership is one part leader and nine parts team. Leadership is a team sport.  It means getting everyone involved in reaching the goal. 

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How do you define "success"?

John Wooden, one of the best coaches of all time, defines success a little differently than most of us. Hint: It isn't about the awards or victories.

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May your speech bring hope

I believe others should feel better after spending time with us.  Instead of looking for all the faults, let us look for the good that has been done.

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Patience

Patience is a virtue we all respect—that is, until we have to exercise it in our own lives. But it is indispensable for receiving God's best for us.

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Bring Out the Best in Others

Coach John Wooden is a man whose beliefs, teachings, and wisdom go far beyond sports. So, what lesson does he give us for bringing out the best in...

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Stay Happy

We don't live in a perfect world. But God is on our side. Staying on top when the world is trying to get you down is living the Christian life at its...

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Responsibility

Responsibility is the mark of a good leader.  They don't need to be told when they're wrong.  More often than not, they'll tell you.

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You Can Fulfill Your Dreams

You were made to succeed.  You were engineered for success and endowed with the seeds of greatness.  You were created in HIS image.

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9 Promises That Can Bring Happiness

These 9 Promises for Happiness, from legendary basketball coach John Wooden, are goals for us to live by for greater joy in our lives.

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Endurance

Good leaders understand that the victor's crown is given only to those who endure to the end.

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Lifelong Learning for Leaders

The ultimate competitive advantage lies in an organization's ability to learn and rapidly transform that learning into action.

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Positive Attitude

Our success depends upon whether our attitude is positive or negative, sweet or sour, good or bad. All of life flows from attitude.

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Simplicity

Leadership is an art based on simplicity. A vision has no point if it is not understood.

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The Obadiah Factor

If we are credible...God will be incredible. Godly leaders, with credibility in this world, put themselves in a position of deliverance to this...

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Success

You were created to be a success! Beloved I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers. 3 John 2

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The Willing Heart

To be willing is a decision we make. I want to do to this! "If you are willing and obedient..you shall eat the good of the land." Isaiah 1:19

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Make a List of Your Goals

Make a list of your goals. Lists keep you focused. You'll do what you purpose. Write your vision, your goals, your desires. Habakkuk 2:2-4

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Our Full Potential

Very few of us ever approach the realization of our full potential. God has a dream for you...make it happen!

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