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Catholics Aren't Christian | Northwest Leader - Brian Dolleman — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:15:11 +0000

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By: Sabrina

Sabrina — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 01:15:13 +0000

I measure my level of success in direct correlation to my obedience to Christ. Everything else is just extra, and not a true reflection of success. You can be successful and poor, successful and old, successful and young, successful and rich… Success is living out whatever it is that God has asked you to do, no matter how big or small, and no matter how important or menial it may seem. Any time you compare what God has called YOU to do to someone else, you are setting yourself up for failure. Our job is to seek God and do what He says, and however it looks or plays out is Gods business, not ours. At the end of the day, that is how God will measure our success, it’s not about how great we are but how great HE is.

By: Brian Dolleman

Brian Dolleman — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 00:13:12 +0000

Cathy – This post by Shauna Niequist (daughter of Bill & Lynne Hybels) is all about what you’re mentioning. It’s a little longer, in terms of how most blog posts go, but I think you will be encouraged by it: http://shaunaniequist.com/mother-taught/

By: Cathy Simpson

Cathy Simpson — Thu, 21 Nov 2013 00:01:39 +0000

“…have a fresh vision from God for my life…” I’ve spent so many years doing what needed to be done, doing what would help make the kids successful (ie: working through their college years), that I’m not sure what else I could be or should be doing. I’ve dabbled with a direction I wanted to pursue while in college, but 1/2 afraid to throw myself into it. Its not a path of “success”, and I was told would never put food on the table (true). I had to aim for a “real career”. Now it seems more like a self-indulgence. I find it odd and embarrassing that at my age, I’m still not sure (or hesitant to look at) “who God made me to be”. Most of us have our security blankets well hidden, unlike Linus. So, a good reminder to keep looking past the daily must-do list and pray for that clarity of sight.

By: vickijudd

vickijudd — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 18:58:38 +0000

So true. I’ve been praying a similar prayer – particularly in this season of my life where I am not defined by a ministry role or position. I want to see things differently and I think I’m in the perfect place for that to happen.
And, goodness… I love the Peanuts video.

By: Alan Ambrose

Alan Ambrose — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 17:46:13 +0000

Really looking forward to tomorrow’s post. You have piqued my interest. This was great to read today. reminds me that I can only live today not tomorrow or yesterday. Do all I can in this present moment to please God, love people.

By: Shawn

Shawn — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 17:10:10 +0000

Sometimes I think success only heightens my awareness of and increases my insecurities. Great, I made it to the top…now everyone is watching to see what’s next. Now I have to stay on top. Gotta get an edge or someone else is going to outdo me. Good stuff PB. Things that make me go, “hmm…”

By: Daniel

Daniel — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 17:01:36 +0000

PB I love this man, I’m so grateful to have your influence in my life. I like the way you preach, write, and do life. You’re an amazing man to follow. Thanks for laying it down all the time. This is one of my favorite blogs I’ve ever read. Thanks!

By: Richer Is Always Better | Northwest Leader - Brian Dolleman

Richer Is Always Better | Northwest Leader - Brian Dolleman — Wed, 20 Nov 2013 16:17:11 +0000

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