Leadership Principles

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1. Principle of wisdom Will bring you success in any area you apply it. Proverbs 3:13-18 Happy is the man who finds wisdom, And the man who gains understanding; For her proceeds are better than the profits of silver, And her gain than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies, And all the things you may desire cannot compare with her. Length of days is in her right hand, In her left hand riches and honor. Her ways are ways of pleasantness, And all her paths are peace. She is a tree of life to those who take hold of her, And happy are all who retain her. Wisdom defined: the ability to apply knowledge properly The primary difference between the two words is that wisdom involves a healthy dose of perspective and the ability to make sound judgments about a subject while knowledge is simply knowing. Anyone can become knowledgeable about a subject by reading, researching, and memorizing facts. ... Wisdom is knowing when to say it.” People with great IQ aren’t necessarily endowed with wisdom. I recently shut down our church for 13 weeks -I would never have done it if I didn’t have to take in consideration so many factors 2 types of wisdom. Spiritual and natural wisdom. Building wisdom 1.general knowledge -a steady and constant learner. -wisdom feeds off of knowledge -people of great wisdom are constantly learning -get around people that are going where you want to and listen to them. 2.attitude or filter. (Bible). Spirit. -Mosler filter -%94 of my decisions in my life have been made for me already. -is the Bible your filter. -James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. -asks of God implies prayer. Wisdom is of the spirit 3.specific wisdom in a field of study. (Natural wisdom) -when I was logging there was a whole set of whistles that the rigging slinger would blow to the tower operator. I never did learn them totally because I was up on the landing chasing. -learning what they meant and how they sound was great but if I didn’t know when and when not to blow them it could have been a disaster Proverbs 27:23-24 Be diligent to know the state of your flocks, And attend to your herds; For riches are not forever, Nor does a crown endure to all generations. 1.fund out what you have to do and do it 2.get to know the people you have to deal with. Coworkers , bosses, clients 3.find out everything there is to know about the company your serving. It’s requirements, products and needs and know it well. —A businessman who wanted to expand his business to Indonesia -He arrived at the airport I left a message for a future client and said I have rented VIP room bring your wife and meet me and will talk business. I have to leave at 5:30 1.In Indonesia its protocol to not summon them but you go to them 2.never invite family members to business deals 3.not considered polite to discuss business at first meeting 1. Same what time you have to leave it’s considered offensive; it sends the message that my time is more important than yours. Wisdom is not how to build something per say but what to do at the right time. Proverbs 1:20-33. ( Rejection of wisdom ) here’s wisdom speaking to you Wisdom calls aloud outside; She raises her voice in the open squares. She cries out in the chief concourses, At the openings of the gates in the city She speaks her words: “How long, you simple ones, will you love simplicity? For scorners delight in their scorning, And fools hate knowledge. Turn at my rebuke; Surely I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you. Because I have called and you refused, I have stretched out my hand and no one regarded, Because you disdained all my counsel, And would have none of my rebuke, I also will laugh at your calamity; I will mock when your terror comes, When your terror comes like a storm, And your destruction comes like a whirlwind, When distress and anguish come upon you. “Then they will call on me, but I will not answer; They will seek me diligently, but they will not find me. Because they hated knowledge And did not choose the fear of the LORD, They would have none of my counsel And despised my every rebuke. Therefore they shall eat the fruit of their own way, And be filled to the full with their own fancies. For the turning away of the simple will slay them, And the complacency of fools will destroy them; But whoever listens to me will dwell safely, And will be secure, without fear of evil.”

The law of vision (overall view) Habakkuk 2:2-3 Then the LORD answered me and said: “Write the vision And make it plain on tablets, That he may run who reads it. For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; Because it will surely come, It will not tarry. Vision is: Where do we want to be on the future and how do we want to be known? Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no revelation, the people cast off restraint; But happy is he who keeps the law. Proverbs 29:18 When people do not accept divine guidance, they run wild. But whoever obeys the law is joyful. Proverbs 29:18 If people can't see what God is doing, they stumble all over themselves; But when they attend to what he reveals, they are most blessed. Proverbs 29:18 Where there is no vision [no redemptive revelation of God], the people perish; but he who keeps the law [of God, which includes that of man]—blessed (happy, fortunate, and enviable) is he. Healthy balance: Proverbs 15:16-17 Better is a little with the fear of the LORD, Than great treasure with trouble. Better is a dinner of herbs where love is, Than a fatted calf with hatred. 1.Personal -weight -invest in yourself -Billy Epperhart gets asked , I have $5000 to invest somewhere. His response is to invest in yourself 2.Spiritual -one year challenge. All out for God 3.Social -I’ll let you figure that out. -don’t always seek friends but be around people that are going where your going and friendship will arise 4.Family -vacations -time together etc 5.Financial -I’ve not done well in this area. I always just try and do a great job and then look at the fruit. -I’m not a balanced individual. “ no balanced man has ever changed history” I’m kind of bored with most things unless it interests me. Failure is not to be used to describe a person but a situation. Is a matter of fact your failure and success are two sides to the same coin, you have both at the same time. To carry out vision you need 3 ingredients 1.Dreaming or imagination Acts 2:17 ‘And it shall come to pass in the last days, says God, That I will pour out of My Spirit on all flesh; Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, Your young men shall see visions, Your old men shall dream dreams. -I always dream big -the consequences of that life are disappointment -the greatest in your life is yet to come. -I don’t think it’s any secret that I’m on the backside of my career. -but when your a visionary I will have to build something 2.Tad bit of courage Joshua 1:6-9 Be strong and of good courage, for to this people you shall divide as an inheritance the land which I swore to their fathers to give them. Only be strong and very courageous, that you may observe to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may prosper wherever you go. This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate in it day and night, that you may observe to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the LORD your God is with you wherever you go.” -courage is not bungee jumping. Courage is risk your life savings to start a business -what do you need to be courageous about? -are you willing to risk fir something you believe in. -foolish risk or Calculated 3.Some boldness Proverbs 28:1 The wicked flee when no one pursues, But the righteous are bold as a lion. -a mental state of acting when you believe in when you believe in what your doing. “Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal”Henry Ford ———————————————————————————- The law of focus 4. Each law has a scripture attached that brings a promise of increase Intro: your vision is a snapshot of the future but we all need the power of focus to get there. 1 Corinthians 9:26 Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the air. Luke 12:34 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. -My story with A friend. Put your hand to do something else or concentrate on doing what your doing better. Matthew 13:45-46 “Again, the kingdom of heaven is like a merchant seeking beautiful pearls, who, when he had found one pearl of great price, went and sold all that he had and bought it. 1.Focus says no to other things John 12:23-26 But Jesus answered them, saying, “The hour has come that the Son of Man should be glorified. Most assuredly, I say to you, unless a grain of wheat falls into the ground and dies, it remains alone; but if it dies, it produces much grain. He who loves his life will lose it, and he who hates his life in this world will keep it for eternal life. If anyone serves Me, let him follow Me; and where I am, there My servant will be also. If anyone serves Me, him My Father will honor. -no is a very great word. -someone said at the beginning of your ministry/business the word yes will be important at the end of your ministry/business the word no that will be important -what do you have to say no to today? -10 lbs is causing me to say no to chocolate peanut butter ice cream -you might have to say no to TV, other business opportunities, etc -success demands sacrifice!!! 2.Set your mind. Colossians 3:2 Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. Philippians 4:8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things. 3.Focus = Faith James 1:6-8 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways. -anything in my life that I’ve applied this has been a success -if I can keep it long enough I won’t fail. ———————————————————————————- Part 5, law of planning. He who fails to plan is planning to fail. Proverbs 21:5 The plans of the diligent lead surely to plenty, But those of everyone who is hasty, surely to poverty. Luke 14:28-32 For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not sit down first and count the cost, whether he has enough to finish it— lest, after he has laid the foundation, and is not able to finish, all who see it begin to mock him, saying, ‘This man began to build and was not able to finish’? Or what king, going to make war against another king, does not sit down first and consider whether he is able with ten thousand to meet him who comes against him with twenty thousand? Or else, while the other is still a great way off, he sends a delegation and asks conditions of peace. Matthew 25:1-13 “Then the kingdom of heaven shall be likened to ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom. Now five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Those who were foolish took their lamps and took no oil with them, but the wise took oil in their vessels with their lamps. But while the bridegroom was delayed, they all slumbered and slept. “And at midnight a cry was heard: ‘Behold, the bridegroom is coming; go out to meet him!’ Then all those virgins arose and trimmed their lamps. And the foolish said to the wise, ‘Give us some of your oil, for our lamps are going out.’ But the wise answered, saying, ‘No, lest there should not be enough for us and you; but go rather to those who sell, and buy for yourselves.’ And while they went to buy, the bridegroom came, and those who were ready went in with him to the wedding; and the door was shut. “Afterward the other virgins came also, saying, Lord, Lord, open to us!’ But he answered and said, ‘Assuredly, I say to you, I do not know you.’ “Watch therefore, for you know neither the day nor the hour in which the Son of Man is coming. In our lives and business there are 3 overall levels of planning 1.long term 2.a week, month, year 3.weekly, and daily. Psalms 20:4 May he give you what your heart desires, and may he fulfill all your plans. SWOT 1.My strengths -what do we do well 2.My weaknesses -what’s are flaws and weaknesses holding me/we back 3.Opportunities -what helps us get ahead -people I need -education I need 4.Threats -What external difficulties are holding you back -what circumstances are holding you back Matthew 25:1-12 Chapter 25 The Parable about the Ten Bridesmaids "At that time, the kingdom of heaven will be comparable to ten bridesmaids who took their oil lamps and went out to meet the groom. Now five of them were foolish, and five were wise, because when the foolish ones took their lamps, they didn't take any oil with them. But the wise ones took flasks of oil with their lamps. Since the groom was late, all of them became sleepy and lay down. "But at midnight there came a shout: 'The groom is here! Come out to meet him!' Then all the bridesmaids woke up and got their lamps ready. But the foolish ones said to the wise, 'Give us some of your oil, because our lamps are going out!' But the wise ones replied, 'No! There will never be enough for us and for you. You'd better go to the dealers and buy some for yourselves.' "While they were away buying it, the groom arrived. Those who were ready went with him into the wedding banquet, and the door was closed. Later the other bridesmaids arrived and said, 'Lord, lord, open up for us!' But he replied, 'I tell you with certainty, I don't know you!' Preparation is the keys to lasting success If we plan it tells us our focus. Many businesses are not reopening in this season. And for that I’m truly sorry but if there was a strategic plan to develop reserves we’d have a different story. ———————————————————————————- Part 6. The law of work (The force of work) Romans 3:27 Where is boasting then? It is excluded. By what law? Of works? No, but by the law of faith. Romans 8:1-2 There is therefore now no condemnation to those who are in Christ Jesus, who do not walk according to the flesh, but according to the Spirit. For the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus has made me free from the law of sin and death. -operating in this will cause you to walk with God and no outside force can stop you -if I come to Jesus and believe then this law duly set in motion by God protects me from Hell. -God is the author of spiritual law. -a law has no respecter of persons. Biblical law doesn’t take in consideration your upbringing, your divorce times, your prison sentence. -it doesn’t matter your family heritage -it doesn’t matter your color of skin Part 6. The law of work (The force of work) Proverbs 14:23 In hard work there is always profit, but much chattering can lead to poverty. 3 frogs on a leaf and one of them decides to jump in the water. How many frogs on the leaf? Most mistakes in life are not caused by bad decisions but inaction out of fear. Work involves 2 aspects. 1.study 2.labor I’m not referring to punching a time clock but I am talking about effort or action. If all we want to accomplish in your life is to avoid pain and struggle that we will be most miserable. 15 an hour or 10 Fast success without a price paid can lead to trouble People who gain things by dishonest gain generally don’t hang onto it Proverbs 13:11 Wealth gained dishonestly dwindles away, but whoever works diligently increases his prosperity. 1.Confidence -Whether you think you can or think you can’t- you’re right. -confidence in what your doing. -I’m into Realestate because I believe in it. I won’t sell somebody something that they don’t want 2.Dedication Ecclesiastes 9:10 Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with your might; for there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going. -most people do as little as possible. Colossians 3:23 And whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord and not to men, Ecclesiastes 11:6 In the morning sow your seed, And in the evening do not withhold your hand; For you do not know which will prosper, Either this or that, Or whether both alike will be good. 3.Persistence -Hannibal the conqueror of Rome “I shall find a way or make one” Ecclesiastes 10:10 If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success. -“I have to file” Matthew 7:7-8 “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened. 4.Overcoming Obstacles Proverbs 14:4 Where no oxen are, the trough is clean; But much increase comes by the strength of an ox. Look at my boss I’m working and he’s playing -my church and ministry William Arthur Ward “The pessimist complains about the wind, Optimus hopes that it changes, the realist set his sail. —————————————————————————— The law of courage Proverbs 24:10 If you falter in a time of trouble, how small is your strength! The law of courage speaks to your willingness to take risks Matthew 25:14-30 “For the kingdom of heaven is like a man traveling to a far country, who called his own servants and delivered his goods to them. And to one he gave five talents, to another two, and to another one, to each according to his own ability; and immediately he went on a journey. Then he who had received the five talents went and traded with them, and made another five talents. And likewise he who had received two gained two more also. But he who had received one went and dug in the ground, and hid his lord’s money. After a long time the lord of those servants came and settled accounts with them. “So he who had received five talents came and brought five other talents, saying, ‘Lord, you delivered to me five talents; look, I have gained five more talents besides them.’ His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ He also who had received two talents came and said, ‘Lord, you delivered to me two talents; look, I have gained two more talents besides them.’ His lord said to him, Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ “Then he who had received the one talent came and said, ‘Lord, I knew you to be a hard man, reaping where you have not sown, and gathering where you have not scattered seed. And I was afraid, and went and hid your talent in the ground. Look, there you have what is yours.’ “But his lord answered and said to him, ‘You wicked and lazy servant, you knew that I reap where I have not sown, and gather where I have not scattered seed. So you ought to have deposited my money with the bankers, and at my coming I would have received back my own with interest. So take the talent from him, and give it to him who has ten talents. For to everyone who has, more will be given, and he will have abundance; but from him who does not have, even what he has will be taken away. And cast the unprofitable servant into the outer darkness. There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ I wonder how often these guys suffered loss but wound up making a profit in the end Ecclesiastes 10:8-9 Whoever digs a pit may fall into it; whoever breaks through a wall may be bitten by a snake. Whoever quarries stones may be injured by them; whoever splits logs may be endangered by them. -in other words. There’s always a possibility that you may loose. , Calculated risk. Not foolish Sometimes you have to move swiftly and sometimes you have to move cautiously. Don’t mistake fear for the Holy Spirits voice You don’t jump off a cliff in two jumps Ralph Waldo Emerson “I skating over thin ice, safety is in our speed. You should never take a risk in which you could lose more than you can win 1.You have counted the cost 2.You’ve reduced the risk as much as possible When I became a landlord I said the worst possible case. 3.Back up plan .Anais Nin “Life shrinks or expands In proportion to one’s courage” ——————————————————————————— The law of resilience Revelation 2:26 To the one who is victorious and does my will to the end, I will give authority over the nations— The principle is lasting = authority Paul Stoltz came up with the term advesirty quotient Why some make it and some don’t IQ intelligence quotient EQ emotional quotient AQ adversity quotient 3 categories 1.Quitters -People who are risk averse. Not willing to risk at all. -They are comfort zone people. -they started on a long journey but it only lasted a few months weeks or years 2.Campers -started off on the climb but it got extremely hard and so they justified that they’re climb was enough. -I’m just done. I tried this thing and I’ve watched people put I’m done. 3.Climbers (i generally see people in this category) -People that enjoy the journey and aren’t afraid of obstacles. They kind of enjoy a good fight. -2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Therefore we do not lose heart. Even though our outward man is perishing, yet the inward man is being renewed day by day. For our light affliction, which is but for a moment, is working for us a far more exceeding and eternal weight of glory, while we do not look at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen. For the things which are seen are temporary, but the things which are not seen are eternal. The law of resilience is simply learning how to deal with adversity. In life if your going to be a success you’ll play hurt. Not getting paid when staff did. Being disliked by many because you good for something. The line of my critics is long. Yell loud. As a leader of many I will be respected and loved hopefully but I will never be pitied Psalm 23 The LORD is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. James 1:2-4 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. Claus Moller “When the winds of change blow, some build shelters and feel secure; others build with windmills and get rich Horace “ adversity has the effect of eliciting talents which in prosperous circumstances would have laid dormant” Epicurus “ The great navigators owe the reputations to showers and storms” ———————————————————————————- The law of joy Philippians 2:14 Do all things without complaining and disputing, 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. Philippians 4:4 Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice! Emotions are a funny thing. You have to put an ending date on negative ones or they can last a lifetime. Ephesians 4:26 “Be angry, and do not sin”: do not let the sun go down on your wrath, Neh 8:10 the Joy of the Lord is your strength -it’s his joy working in you. If your adversity can steal your joy he has a foothold into your life. 1 Corinthians 10:6-10 Now these things became our examples, to the intent that we should not lust after evil things as they also lusted. And do not become idolaters as were some of them. As it is written, “The people sat down to eat and drink, and rose up to play.” Nor let us commit sexual immorality, as some of them did, and in one day twenty-three thousand fell; nor let us tempt Christ, as some of them also tempted, and were destroyed by serpents; nor complain, as some of them also complained, and were destroyed by the destroyer. Mark 6:1-6 Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him. But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. And He marveled because of their unbelief. Then He went about the villages in a circuit, teaching. Psalms 78:40-41 How often they provoked Him in the wilderness, And grieved Him in the desert! Yes, again and again they tempted God, And limited the Holy One of Israel. To learn joy in the midst of trouble is one of the most powerful forces on earth. Joy in trouble is supernatural. You have to put joy on. ———————————————————————————- Law of recharging Exodus 20:8 “Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy. Six days you shall labor and do all your work, but the seventh day is the Sabbath of the LORD your God. In it you shall do no work: you, nor your son, nor your daughter, nor your male servant, nor your female servant, nor your cattle, nor your stranger who is within your gates. For in six days the LORD made the heavens and the earth, the sea, and all that is in them, and rested the seventh day. Therefore the LORD blessed the Sabbath day and hallowed it. Religious bondage. The last day I would take would be Sunday. These were people coming out of slavery for 100’s of years and God set some very strict rules to help them. We’re not in bondage to a day but we should be to the concept. The Bible even had land not planted on the seventh year to let the land rest. Notice: most of us now complain about a 5 day work week. Someone said we should take that extra day and turn it into a career Rest Is up to you. Kenneth Hagin would study all night. And sleep till late morning Albert Einstein used to sleep 10 hours a day and slept for an hour when he had a new idea Leonardo Divinci used to wake up early, the reserve 15 minutes every two hours for a nap. This way he was able to face challenges with a fresh mind. Whenever I’m working on a project I always reserve my mornings when my mind is fresh to come up with ideas. 1.find a time each day to stop and listen. -creativity -on purpose be grateful. 2.physical activity -it helps release endorphins that are a natural stimulant and anti depressant -I play golf. It’s my outlet. 1. Once a month have a special day with your family -zoo with smaller kids 1. Once a year go on a vacation. -Panama cruise -Camping at Cougar camp ground. I’ll be honest with you, Golf is my outlet. ——————————————————————————— Ouch stuff The law of self hiring. Proverbs 20:6 Most men will proclaim each his own goodness, But who can find a faithful man? Proverbs 20:6 Lots of people claim to be loyal and loving, but where on earth can you find one? Proverbs 20:6 Many will say they are loyal friends, but who can find one who is truly reliable? Proverbs 20:6 Most men make no secret of their kind acts: but where is a man of good faith to be seen? Would you hire yourself or be in business with you ? The more successful people are the less TV people watch. They spend a lot of time being devoted and preparation Business owners say it’s hard to find real good employees Workers are saying its hard to find a good job. Jim Rohn “Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishments” Are you out there doing your best with what God has for you. You will work for someone at sometime. You’ll ream what you sow. Luke 16:10-12 He who is faithful in what is least is faithful also in much; and he who is unjust in what is least is unjust also in much. Therefore if you have not been faithful in the unrighteous mammon, who will commit to your trust the true riches? And if you have not been faithful in what is another man's, who will give you what is your own? 1.faithful in what is least 2.faith in what's another mans 3.faith in the way you deal with money * You have to take personal responsibility for the contribution to the team * This is what we'll call doing things that know one sees * Picking up garbage * Stopping gossip ——————————————————————————— The law of honesty (matters of the heart) Exodus 20:15-17 “You shall not steal. “You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor. “You shall not covet your neighbor’s house; you shall not covet your neighbor’s wife, nor his male servant, nor his female servant, nor his ox, nor his donkey, nor anything that is your neighbor’s.” Don’t steal Don’t lie Don’t covet Questions to ask ourselves, 1.Is it illegal ? 2.If someone had a camera on me now how would that work out ? 3.If others did the same to you how would you feel? 4.Would your transaction be the same if you were dealing with a loved one ? 5.Is someone experiencing loss as a result of my profit? You reap what you sow. It’s not in your benefit. Isaiah 10:1-2 “Woe to those who decree unrighteous decrees, Who write misfortune, Which they have prescribed To rob the needy of justice, And to take what is right from the poor of My people, That widows may be their prey, And that they may rob the fatherless. The guy that lied to his clients or creditors about his dad dying. Woe is not good. I need to get rid of that car... you don’t expose problems -nothing wrong with getting rid of a car because it’s old. People take a risk when they buy it. But to put something together long enough to hid it that’s another thing. Proverbs 20:17 Bread gained by deceit is sweet to a man, But afterward his mouth will be filled with gravel. Warren Buffet: 3 criteria for hiring good people. Integrity, intelligence and energy. If you don’t have the first the other two will kill you. -if you hire someone with lack of integrity you definitely want them dumb and lazy To succeed you need honesty , competence and hard work If a man will cheat at Golf he will cheat on his wife. Stan F My wife and Ikea. Went all the way over there trying to give something back we didn’t pay for. The cashier gave her no bells and whistles. Nobody would know Matthew 5:37 But let your ‘Yes’ be ‘Yes,’ and your ‘No,’ ‘No.’ For whatever is more than these is from the evil one. If your Word is no good then your no good. In this natural world it’s bad but also in the spiritual world. Don’t fool yourself. You want to cheat and then speak the Word after years of your mouth lying then you try (emphasis on trying) to speak to mountainside have them move. If I need to move a mountain my integrity will be ready. Not perfect obviously. Maybe that’s when we cry out for mercy. Your word must be your bond. ———————————————————————————- The law of names Proverbs 22:1 A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, Loving favor rather than silver and gold. Exodus 20:1-7 And God spoke all these words, saying: “I am the LORD your God, who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of bondage. “You shall have no other gods before Me. “You shall not make for yourself a carved image—any likeness of anything that is in heaven above, or that is in the earth beneath, or that is in the water under the earth; you shall not bow down to them nor serve them. For I, the LORD your God, am a jealous God, visiting the iniquity of the fathers upon the children to the third and fourth generations of those who hate Me, but showing mercy to thousands, to those who love Me and keep My commandments. “You shall not take the name of the LORD your God in vain, for the LORD will not hold him guiltless who takes His name in vain. -seems like the Lord got a little touchy here. “You can’t take my name in vain and I’m not going to hold you guiltless -so someone drops a GD and the Lord gets touchy -maybe he’s talking about you calling yourself a Christain because your a covenant child of God and your actions show different. -my wife took my name and she’s enhanced it Your reputation is the greatest asset in business and in life you have. All you have to do is wait and things will be revealed “You can fool all the people some of the time, some of the people all the time but you cannot fool all the people all the time” Abraham Lincoln Luke 12:2-3 For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, nor hidden that will not be known. Therefore whatever you have spoken in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have spoken in the ear in inner rooms will be proclaimed on the housetops. A Brazilian statement. Time is the Lord of truth. Your Name starts in this life but is known in heaven. Acts 19:11-16 Now God worked unusual miracles by the hands of Paul, so that even handkerchiefs or aprons were brought from his body to the sick, and the diseases left them and the evil spirits went out of them. Then some of the itinerant Jewish exorcists took it upon themselves to call the name of the Lord Jesus over those who had evil spirits, saying, “We exorcise you by the Jesus whom Paul preaches.” Also there were seven sons of Sceva, a Jewish chief priest, who did so. And the evil spirit answered and said, “Jesus I know, and Paul I know; but who are you?” Then the man in whom the evil spirit was leaped on them, overpowered them, and prevailed against them, so that they fled out of that house naked and wounded. Acts 10:1-4 There was a certain man in Caesarea called Cornelius, a centurion of what was called the Italian Regiment, a devout man and one who feared God with all his household, who gave alms generously to the people, and prayed to God always. About the ninth hour of the day he saw clearly in a vision an angel of God coming in and saying to him, “Cornelius!” And when he observed him, he was afraid, and said, “What is it, lord?” So he said to him, “Your prayers and your alms have come up for a memorial before God. Your reputation gives you moral authority to lead. -kind of like a minister that built his ministry on marriage teaching and then has an affair. He may still have the title but he’s lost his Moral authority to lead. Lets say there was a politician that came against protest because it might spread a communicable disease but when there was a cause that he believed it protesting turned out to be good. He’s lost his moral authority to lead. Yes it may have a legal but you lead from morals and you drive people with laws. Warren Buffet “It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. You think about that, go do things differently. ——————————————————————————— The law of self control Proverbs 16:32 He who is slow to anger is better than the mighty, And he who rules his spirit than he who takes a city. Proverbs 16:32 Better to be patient than powerful; better to have self-control than to conquer a city. Proverbs 16:32 Moderation is better than muscle, self-control better than political power. When I was a teenager I was out of control in my habits Napoleon Hill “ it means thinking in the long term, appraising the consequences of every action, understanding how what you do either leads you nearer to or distances you from the main objective you have set for yourself. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown. Therefore I run thus: not with uncertainty. Thus I fight: not as one who beats the air. But I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest, when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified. You have to learn to control 1.Mind 2 Corinthians 10:3-5 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, -the mind gets to be creative but also thoughts that will destroy you. 2.Body -your flesh is made up of cursed material -my body screams loud -give up something for the rest of your life. 3.Mouth James 3:6 And the tongue is a fire, a world of iniquity. The tongue is so set among our members that it defiles the whole body, and sets on fire the course of nature; and it is set on fire by hell. -when I was 19 I realized I didn’t need to say everything that comes out of my mouth. 4.Time -Ephesians 5:16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil. -mine isn’t as much as being over scheduled but not taking advantage of the time I have. -what interests me motivates me. ———————————————————————————- The law of the company you keep 1 Corinthians 15:33 Do not be deceived: “Evil company corrupts good habits.” The company you keep influences your: 1.Behavior 2.Your integrity 3.Your image. -Heidi with the bank teller. Warm Buffet “ you can’t make a good deal with a bad person” When you get together with people going on the same direction you create something that you can’t on your own Proverbs 13:20 He who walks with wise men will be wise, But the companion of fools will be destroyed. When we try to help people and I won’t receive it be careful that you’re not being influenced by them. Givers have to put a limit on there giving because takers will put a limit on there taking. Psalms 1:1-3 Blessed is the man Who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, Nor stands in the path of sinners, Nor sits in the seat of the scornful; But his delight is in the law of the LORD, And in His law he meditates day and night. He shall be like a tree Planted by the rivers of water, That brings forth its fruit in its season, Whose leaf also shall not wither; And whatever he does shall prosper. ——————————————————————————— Law of love Matthew 22:36-40 “Teacher, which is the great commandment in the law?” Jesus said to him, “‘You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like it: You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments hang all the Law and the Prophets.” Gandhi, MLK, Nelson Mandela. All changed their country without firing a shot. loved when they were persecuted Napoleon Hill (attraction) You can comprehend this law quite easily by regarding yourself as a sort of magnet that attracts those whose characters harmonize with your own. In thus regarding yourself as a magnet that attracts to you all who harmonize with your dominant character and repels all who do not harmonize, you should keep in mind that you are the builder of that magnet. King changed the world by saying if you do evil to us will do good to you back. Augustine “the measure if love is to love without measure. Matthew 5:43-44 “You have heard that it was said, You shall love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’ But I say to you, love your enemies, bless those who curse you, do good to those who hate you, and pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you, 1.bless those who curse you -speak well of them -another minister in this city 2.do good to those who hate you -I like to give gifts to my haters 3.pray for those who spitefully use you and persecute you -on my mower I reflect on people and check your heart. -there’s a church that cursed my pastor. ———————————————————————————- The law of agreement Amos 3:3 Can two walk together, unless they are agreed? In business if you see disagreement in lifestyle and attitude don’t go into business with them. -I’d never go into business with a non Christain? Romans 12:18 If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. -it’s not always possible Proverbs 20:3 It is honorable for a man to stop striving, Since any fool can start a quarrel. Proverbs 15:1-2 A soft answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger. The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly, But the mouth of fools pours forth foolishness. Proverbs 19:11 The discretion of a man makes him slow to anger, And his glory is to overlook a transgression. The power of agreement Psalms 133 Behold, how good and how pleasant it is For brethren to dwell together in unity! It is like the precious oil upon the head, Running down on the beard, The beard of Aaron, Running down on the edge of his garments. It is like the dew of Hermon, Descending upon the mountains of Zion; For there the LORD commanded the blessing— Life forevermore. Theresa and I praying together have done more for our church and personal life than all the years prior. Genesis 11:6 And the LORD said, “Indeed the people are one and they all have one language, and this is what they begin to do; now nothing that they propose to do will be withheld from them. Don’t run into business with people you disagree with. 1.Agreement is not the absence of seeing things different 2.Agreement is more of an attitude then doing things exactly the same way. 3.Agreement is esteeming that persons opinion higher than yourselves 4.Agreement submits to a leader/organization -the little hotdog place at the mall. 5.We can disagree but at the end of the day you speak the same thing. ———————————————————————————- The law of usefulness James 4:17 Therefore, to him who knows to do good and does not do it, to him it is sin. So simple but in the business world you have to be productive and useful to the company or your in trouble Matthew 25:21 His lord said to him, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ Make yourself essential. Work for free Proverbs 27:18 Whoever keeps the fig tree will eat its fruit; So he who waits on his master will be honored. Matthew 12:35 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things. Trust what’s in you. Win win is the best type of relationship Laffer Curve In a progressive tax situation at a certain point people stop production or the stop reporting because it’s no longer Win Win It’s the same with people if they are treated unfairly then production stops or the move on to another job. Lose-lose Win-lose Lose-win Win-win If a company makes a great profit it should share them in a reasonable manner. usefulness Making yourself valuable 1.must have core values known 2.Be self motivated 3.not a job but responsibility 4.do what you’ve agreed to. Keep your word 5.mature in front of the mirror and the window When things go wrong are you looking in the mirror or the window for the blame. “You won’t be successful for long kicking those around you” 6.growth mindset 7.believe in what their doing. ———————————————————————————- The law of advice Proverbs 15:22 Without counsel, plans go awry, But in the multitude of counselors they are established. Gandhi “every truth has seven points of view, all all of which are correct by themselves but not correct in the same time and in same circumstances One view is dangerous Proverbs 24:5-6 A wise man is strong, Yes, a man of knowledge increases strength; For by wise counsel you will wage your own war, And in a multitude of counselors there is safety. The way of life; Proverbs 6:23 For the commandment is a lamp, And the law a light; Reproofs of instruction are the way of life, Feedback Proverbs 27:17 As iron sharpens iron, So a man sharpens the countenance of his friend. Proverbs 27:6 Faithful are the wounds of a friend, But the kisses of an enemy are deceitful. 1.separate the person from the behavior 2.be specific, don’t generalize -every time. -you always 3.focus on specific behavior that needed to be changed 4.speak on your behalf not the group. -everybody’s saying 5.accept responsibility for your acts, perceptions, and feelings 6.help don’t punish 7.give more positive than negative feedback 8.verify the points that need to be changed Sources: -Friends -coworkers -the market -enemies -competitors Most people don’t like this. Proverbs 9:8 Do not correct a scoffer, lest he hate you; Rebuke a wise man, and he will love you. ——————————————————————————— The law of leadership 1 Timothy 5:17 Let the elders who rule well be counted worthy of double honor, especially those who labor in the word and doctrine. You have to lead or be lead to get ahead in life. Lead yourself first. If you can’t lead yourself you can’t lead others. Leadership is based on the trust you create. Titles are not leadership. (The boss you hate but have to follow) “True leadership cannot be awarded, appointed, or assigned. It comes from influence, and that cannot be mandated. It must be earned” John Maxwell Leadership is based on the trust you create And trust has three pillars. 1.Character -your life is on display for everyone to see -triangle 2.Competence -people need to see you acting like you know what their doing. -Be decisive. -“this is what we’re doing” 3.Communication -with no communication people always assume the negative -Moses was caught up with God for 40 days and people were worshipping golden calves. Sun Tzu Protect your soldiers as you would protect a newborn and They will follow you into the deepest valleys; care for your soldiers as you would your dearest children, and they will readily meet death under your command Actions Romans 12:7-21 or ministry, let us use it in our ministering; he who teaches, in teaching; he who exhorts, in exhortation; he who gives, with liberality; he who leads, with diligence; he who shows mercy, with cheerfulness. Let love be without hypocrisy. Abhor what is evil. Cling to what is good. Be kindly affectionate to one another with brotherly love, in honor giving preference to one another; not lagging in diligence, fervent in spirit, serving the Lord; rejoicing in hope, patient in tribulation, continuing steadfastly in prayer; distributing to the needs of the saints, given to hospitality. Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. Rejoice with those who rejoice, and weep with those who weep. Be of the same mind toward one another. Do not set your mind on high things, but associate with the humble. Do not be wise in your own opinion. Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord. Therefore “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; If he is thirsty, give him a drink; For in so doing you will heap coals of fire on his head.” Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. Attitude is right in the same chapter that we discover our gifts and talents. J. Oswald Sanders “ True greatness, true leadership, is found in giving yourself in service to others, not in coaxing or inducing others to serve you” Reacting to leadership 1.you have a choice to quit 2.if you stay then give respect —————————————————————————— Laws concerning personal growth The law of gratitude Proverbs 17:13 Whoever rewards evil for good, Evil will not depart from his house. Few people will do this Luke 17:11-19 Ten Lepers Cleansed Now it happened as He went to Jerusalem that He passed through the midst of Samaria and Galilee. Then as He entered a certain village, there met Him ten men who were lepers, who stood afar off. And they lifted up their voices and said, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” So when He saw them, He said to them, “Go, show yourselves to the priests.” And so it was that as they went, they were cleansed. And one of them, when he saw that he was healed, returned, and with a loud voice glorified God, and fell down on his face at His feet, giving Him thanks. And he was a Samaritan. So Jesus answered and said, “Were there not ten cleansed? But where are the nine? Were there not any found who returned to give glory to God except this foreigner?” And He said to him, “Arise, go your way. Your faith has made you well.” Only one Two lessons here. 1.people that you help if ungrateful its probably the norm 2.don’t be normal The power of thankfulness 1. Greatfulness shows your inner strength - Matthew 12:33-37 “Either make the tree good and its fruit good, or else make the tree bad and its fruit bad; for a tree is known by its fruit. Brood of vipers! How can you, being evil, speak good things? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things. But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment. For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.” - Greatfulness shows off your strength and being Negitive shows off your inner defeat. 2. Most greatful people judge themselves and Negitive people justify themselves. - greatful people are thankful to God and others for their success - Negitive people blame, the government, bosses, etc. 3. Being greatful usually picks our friends for us - look at your life, your are a combination of your top five friends - look at whose in your life and you'll find out where you stand 4. Being greatful will help you see truth - Negitive people distort the truth, everybodies talking, nobody loves me. 5. Being greatful helps to see God at work and Negitive people make unfair judgements - 2 Samuel 6:14 Then David danced before the Lord with all his might; and David was wearing a linen ephod. 2 Samuel 6:20-21 Then David returned to bless his household. And Michal the daughter of Saul came out to meet David, and said, “How glorious was the king of Israel today, uncovering himself today in the eyes of the maids of his servants, as one of the base fellows shamelessly uncovers himself!” So David said to Michal, “It was before the Lord, who chose me instead of your father and all his house, to appoint me ruler over the people of the Lord, over Israel. Therefore I will play music before the Lord. - religous people don't see God at work 6. Stops God from working and blessing your life - Psalms 78:40-43 How often they provoked Him in the wilderness, And grieved Him in the desert! Yes, again and again they tempted God, And limited the Holy One of Israel. They did not remember His power: The day when He redeemed them from the enemy, When He worked His signs in Egypt, And His wonders in the field of Zoan; - they forgot to be greatful Polutes the environment - Mark 6:1-6 Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him. But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. And He marveled because of their unbelief. Then He went about the villages in a circuit, teaching. - probably your able to receive will be depend ant apon your belief in another mans gift. —————————————————————————— The law of generosity Proverbs 11:25 The generous soul will be made rich, And he who waters will also be watered himself. The unjust steward used money in the natural sense Natural world Luke 16:1-7 He also said to His disciples: “There was a certain rich man who had a steward, and an accusation was brought to him that this man was wasting his goods. So he called him and said to him, ‘What is this I hear about you? Give an account of your stewardship, for you can no longer be steward.’ “Then the steward said within himself, ‘What shall I do? For my master is taking the stewardship away from me. I cannot dig; I am ashamed to beg. I have resolved what to do, that when I am put out of the stewardship, they may receive me into their houses.’ “So he called every one of his master’s debtors to him, and said to the first, ‘How much do you owe my master?’ And he said, ‘A hundred measures of oil.’ So he said to him, ‘Take your bill, and sit down quickly and write fifty.’ Then he said to another, ‘And how much do you owe?’ So he said, ‘A hundred measures of wheat.’ And he said to him, ‘Take your bill, and write eighty.’ So the master commended the unjust steward because he had dealt shrewdly. For the sons of this world are more shrewd in their generation than the sons of light. “And I say to you, make friends for yourselves by unrighteous mammon, that when you fail, they may receive you into an everlasting home. The generous soul. Your life and spirit. Proverbs 11:25 The generous soul will be made rich, And he who waters will also be watered himself. The sower. 2 Corinthians 9:10 Now may He who supplies seed to the sower, and bread for food, supply and multiply the seed you have sown and increase the fruits of your righteousness, Developing a generous spirit year around (radical generosity) 1. Probably starts with our tithe 2. The the fun begins with offerings - planned. Building funds - ministries - I want to challenge you to enter a level of giving that takes you through the next year. Pay for someone's meal in a restaurant Start a giving line at Starbucks Go through you garage or closet and give stuff away you haven't used or seen in years Don't give with preconceived notions of their reaction. 3. Do something for somebody that they can't do for themselves. ORPHANS VIDEO. LOOK AROUND YOU. There's plenty of need. NOT SURE ITS OUR OPTION BUT OUR RESPONSIBILITY. 4. Find someone to give a boost to, 5. Give something significant away this next year. 6. Volunteer in church your time, treasure and talent. Bring someone to Jesus this month. Share with a hurting person. Not just December but at least once a month. 7. Give and encourage everyone you meet. Build everyone up around you. 8. Jump off the cliff today. Look for opportunities to be generous ———————————————————————————— The law of contentment 1 Timothy 6:6 Now godliness with contentment is great gain. My almost breakdown Comparisons Ecclesiastes 5:10 He who loves silver will not be satisfied with silver; Nor he who loves abundance, with increase. This also is vanity. Don’t let people or your self image shove you in a box Proverbs 16:25 There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death. 1 Timothy 6:10 For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil, for which some have strayed from the faith in their greediness, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows. It’s the category you place money in Money as a tool. Use money and love people, don’t love money and use people. -What do you love ? -Sometimes we get confused and use people and love money. -Nothing wrong with have a ton of money it’s just what category do you put it in. Matthew 6:19-21 “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal; but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal. For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also. Look where your treasure is. It’s hard to be greedy if your a giver. 1.Faith 2. Fitness 3.Family 4.Fellowship -move out of town for money without finding a church. 6.Finances 7.Fun ——————————————————————————— The law of employability Proverbs 20:6 Most men will proclaim each his own goodness, But who can find a faithful man? Ephesians 4:1-3 I, therefore, the prisoner of the Lord, beseech you to walk worthy of the calling with which you were called, with all lowliness and gentleness, with longsuffering, bearing with one another in love, endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. 3 essentials to the labor market 1.Honesty-being honest. And you will be tested 2.Hard work-devoted to the task 3.Competence-knowledge, skills If you have these three things you will always have a job in any economy. If you loose one job you’ll get another Lets add some icing to make you really employable 1.pleasant to work with 2.loyal and reliable 3.determined and persistent 4.patient 5.humble 6.team player 7.resilient 3 plus a few others will make you rare as gold These can grow and become more efficient in Grow your skill and grow your value. If I go to a concert I’m not paying to hear a group of jr high school play an instrument if I’m going to pay Theresa has season tickets to broadway plays and a lesser level of plays. One has more value. Increase these 10 things and make yourself valuable to the company Monday will be our 25th and final law. ———————————————————————————- The law of sowing. I’m going to give you the law that guarantees your success. Galatians 6:7 Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. The law of sowing is really how business and life works This doesn’t work because I’m a Christian but in every life -selling a rental house and I’m in full disclosure mode All forms including religion, philosophy, chemistry and biology, traditional physics and even quantum physics. Description As described by the third of Newton's laws of motion of classical mechanics, all forces occur in pairs such that if one object exerts a force on another object, then the second object exerts an equal and opposite reaction force on the first. In the business world it’s called cause and effect Don’t be fooled Ecclesiastes 8:11 Because the sentence against an evil work is not executed speedily, therefore the heart of the sons of men is fully set in them to do evil. -it’s coming. You can be proactive in your sowing. When you combine the law of sowing with the law of love it’s a powerful force for your life and business Proverbs 28:20 A faithful man will abound with blessings, But he who hastens to be rich will not go unpunished. When do you know you’ve achieved that title ? When the blessings are abounding The law of sowing in its simplicity is what you sow comes back to you multiplied Genesis 8:22 “While the earth remains, Seedtime and harvest, Cold and heat, Winter and summer, And day and night Shall not cease.” Seed...............................time and harvest Not every seed makes it. Keep sowing Sow in the right place. Genesis 26:12-14 Then Isaac sowed in that land, and reaped in the same year a hundredfold; and the Lord blessed him. 13 The man began to prosper, and continued prospering until he became very prosperous; 14 for he had possessions of flocks and possessions of herds and a great number of servants. So the Philistines envied him. Complaining about your lot in life will do you know good. What’s in your hand. Get a dollar bill out to illustrate the fact that if I spend it it’s the biggest it will ever be in my life but if I sow it it’s the smallest things will ever be in my life. Remember you reap WHAT you sow. Not something else. Your money Your body Your time Your love Etc