by marshal | Jul 1, 2010 | Lessons Learned, Stewardship
As a teenager, sitting on a tractor day in and day out, I learned to appreciate the difficulty of a planted seed maturing to harvested fruit. There were many challenges in the maturation process – from weather, to weeds, to me! (Once I drove off the path,...
by marshal | May 27, 2010 | Lessons Learned, Priorities, Stewardship
The opening paragraph in my car’s service history booklet says the following: Regularly maintaining your vehicle is the best way to protect your investment. Proper maintenance is essential to your safety and the safety of your passengers. It will also reward you...
by marshal | Apr 1, 2010 | Lessons Learned, Stewardship
"Unfortunately, the Information Age does little to encourage the development of wisdom." "If we are not alert, the Information Age may stunt our growth and create a permanent puberty of the mind." These quotes from the book Flickering Pixels: How...
by marshal | Jan 28, 2010 | Lessons Learned, Priorities, Stewardship
While driving, I listened to a radio interview of two members of a contemporary secular band. The band had dreamed of touring together. And they said, “Our dream came true!” In fact, the reality was even bigger than their dream as they won a Grammy award....
by marshal | Jan 14, 2010 | Lessons Learned, Priorities, Stewardship
Although I do not care much for New Year's resolutions, January 1st found me thinking about my time, energy and resources, and what to pursue for the New Year. Should I invest in: Bettering myself physically? Certainly anyone who knows me would suggest some weight...
by marshal | Dec 20, 2009 | Lessons Learned, Stewardship
Heading up a not-for-profit organization like International Health Services (IHS) is always a financial challenge. I do not personally possess the necessary capital to fund the work and the expanding ministry. One of the greatest risks of any ministry or business is...
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