April 28, 2021 – Click here to listen
When I was young, I worked on cars, did carpentry, electrical work, plumbing, landscaping, and a myriad of other things. I’ve noticed as I’ve gotten older it is as though I never knew how to do any of that stuff; hence I pay others to do it.
I was very frustrated the other day waiting and waiting for a guy to resolve an electrical problem on my boat. I gathered some tools and a determination to do this, I tracked the problem down and fixed the issue. This saved me probably $500-$600. The same thing happened on my new home. After getting totally frustrated with so-called contractors down here I just got the supplies I needed, hired a helper, and fixed several problems myself. Not only did I save a ton of money, but I saved myself from bulging veins and an angry countenance. I also got satisfaction knowing I beat the system.
In the early days of my career I taught myself computer technology. Back then it wasn’t as complex as it is today, but it was basically common sense. Later I built a large software development company and sold it for enough money to take care of my entire family for the rest of our lives. I have never had a class on computer technology. At the time everyone seemed to act like computer technology was some extra-terrestrial mystery. In reality it is common sense and learning about zeros and ones and machine readable instructions.
I’ve decided that I’m not going to be held hostage by lackadaisical workers in the keys by problems I can address. It is a case of the worm fighting back. When I started my first business I was attacked from all sides. I was told I didn’t have enough experience, money, or education and that most businesses fail. Blah, blah, blah! I quoted them Phil. 4:13 – “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” I was right – They were wrong.
Today I felt the Holy Spirit wanted me to encourage some of you to rely on Him and not be held back by the blabbermouths or your own fears and allow Him to assist you in accomplishing things you never dreamed possible. Today one can find out how to do most anything on YouTube. Watch a couple of videos and give it a try. Add some determination and perseverance to the mix and you’re on your way.
God gave you a beautiful mind – Use it! The most difficult thing is to get started. I’ve written several books and have learned they are done one page at a time. After a few months it is amazing to see a manuscript taking shape and when it is published and folks start reading it, well, that my friends is a good feeling.
Speaking of books I’ve started the Words for the Day book and an online key word searchable repository of 22 years of Words for the Day. The most difficult thing was getting started. I pray to God, that He will allow me time to finish it and that the finished product will help build His Kingdom. I have confidence that the Lord will make this project succeed.
What project are you finally going to get started today? Get going on it and be confident and, importantly, take no prisoners.
Psalm 27:3
Though an army besiege me,
my heart will not fear;
though war break out against me,
even then I will be confident.