by joshuarivers | Jun 20, 2014 | Quotes, Spirituality, Uncategorized
Most men will proclaim every one his own goodness: but a faithful man who can find? Proverbs 20:6 I am listening to the audio version of “How to Win Friends and Influence People.” Over and over, Dale Carnagie emphasizes that we need to praise others...
by joshuarivers | Jan 28, 2013 | Opportunity, Personal Growth
I have three words that I’ve started focusing on for 2013: opportunity, intentionality, and dedication. One obstacle with opportunity is simply to see the opportunities that come our way. We so easily overlook them because we get so busy with our current...
by joshuarivers | Jan 24, 2013 | Leadership, Personal Growth
Meet John. He’s not average. Yesterday, I stopped at a gas station on my way to work. I was standing in one line, and overheard John talking woth the other cashier and a boy (maybe 12-15). I didn’t hear what the boy did, but he did some good deed....
by joshuarivers | Nov 20, 2012 | Personal Growth
This is a post I had on a previous blog of mine a few years ago. The thought was inspired by a song called “Thanks for What You Took From Me.” (Mark 11:8-10) “And they brought the colt to Jesus, and cast their garments on him; and he sat upon him. And many...