This past week was a very busy with travel, learning, reconnecting, and being mentored. As I came to the end of this week, here are a few things I learned last week:

1. I love traveling, but I really miss my family when I do.
2. I have to remain curious through asking powerful questions.
3. I need to do a better job treating those who are closest to me as if they are more important than I am.
4. I work with and around some really, really smart people.
5. People cannot grow and be set free until they are honest with themselves.
6. I have an AMAZING wife. She is better than I deserve. I must affirm her in her ministry and calling every chance I get.
7. God surprises me with blessings that I simply don’t deserve. My response? Humility and gratitude.
8. Preach the Bible and love people.
9. Clear communication prevents misunderstandings and misconceptions.
10. TIME really does spell love for our children. My kids really look forward to the Day with Dad time. I do too.
11. Leaders lead.
12. I learned valuable lessons from sons this week – lessons that will save me a lot of time and trouble.
13. People resist change. So, I have to help them love the change they hate.
14. There is something very powerful in people praying with and for one another.
15. Dr. Pastor Ralph West (fellow Bishop College Grad) The Church Without Walls, Houston) blessed me this week. Can’t wait to receive his teaching on preaching without notes. This man can flat out preach.
16. When people do a good job, appreciate and celebrate them.  Encouragement motivates.

What did you learn last week? How did God speak to you in your present situation and context?

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