There鈥檚 something special to be said about folks displaying what I call 鈥済ustiness.鈥� In addition to sheer determination not to quit, the ability to factor in well thought-out and executed plans and the business sense to meet both personal and market demand are major components of success.
Three separate events triggered my thoughts this week: preparation of an article for a farm publication about a young couple who recently won our local Chamber of Commerce award for excellence in agriculture, the expansion of a caf茅 located in a small town (population 40) in southeast Saskatchewan and the success of another young man. In each case these young people are making a difference in their respective worlds and industries.
The young couple who beat out other nominees for the Agricultural Award of 2016 didn鈥檛 initially plan to get into farming; rather, they鈥檇 moved to our geographically isolated part of the world to share a property with his mother. One thing led to another and today they operate an ever-expanding operation worthy of recognition. In the second example, young folks took their skills as producers of delicious meals to other villages and towns in a 鈥減op up store鈥� model. I consider both ventures as brilliant and I wish them all continued success.
Finally, a young man in our town became manager of a local Canadian bank branch. When I asked him how he did this he said it was by focusing on his objective, noting another talented person his age had scattered his talents and training across the financial services landscape.
Consistency and satisfaction in walking with and service to Christ require the same characteristics: determination not to quit in tough times, complete dedication and keeping focused on Him.
鈥淔辞r听I听determined听not to know anything听among you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.鈥� 1 Corinthians 2:2
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