I continue to pray earnestly for you my colleagues. It is not easy to maintain humility, kindness, and integrity in the business world while still trying to be successful. For so many the almighty dollar is their life. Yes we must and should work hard. Yes we should strive to be the best at whatever we do.
But a good name (integrity) is rather to be had than riches. I would rather know that I am known to be trust worthy than to be known as wealthy.
Besides, in case you have forgotten or did not know, you don't have to pursue riches to the detriment of your integrity and compassion. Why? Because we are all already heirs to vast wealth and power.
My Father and Brother, yours also, are the wealthiest persons on earth. I am striving to live the life to meet their requirements so I can claim my inheritance. There is nothing in this world that compares to what is already waiting for you and I!
So, I occupy now, until the time comes to claim my real inheritance. And you are an heir also. I am not going to allow some comparatively small money, fame, glory, or perceived power stop me from my true inheritance. Don't you either.
That is why, I consider myself "The Apprentice to the Master" and I study to learn how to get closer to Him. He Is My Key Top Contact so He is my most important focus. That is why I study the directions in the Book provided us by the "True American Idol". I go straight to the Source.
That is why I sleep well at night, most of the time. Yes, that's right. I have my tough days when I take my eye off of Him and begin to sink. But, that's when I look up and take back hold of His outstretched arm. His eye is on the sparrow, and I know He watches me. He Never Let's Go of Us. We Let Go Of Him.
Looking for peace and joy, not only when things are going good, but through the storms also? Then spend time with the One who promises to provide you that peace and joy. Get to know Him. Learn of Him. I share this with you because I was asked to and not because there is any good thing in me. I am at best just a willing unworthy vessel.
God's got my back! Yours too, if you so choose.
May His blessings, mercy, and comfort surround you, your family, and all your endeavors according to the riches and mercy of His love.