John Harrell's Blog, page 153
July 18, 2021
Interview With Mary Jenkins
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Imagine being told you have cancer, get fired from your job because you had to take off of work for your chemotherapy treatments, and being turned down for welfare assistance. That’s exactly what happened to Mary Jenkins. Yet, in the middle of all this, she started a nonprofit to help others in her situation. Since 2005, COC Cares has helped hundreds of families with financial aid and emotional support. Hear Mary’s incredible story of strength and determination. Click on the link to listen.
The Determined People Podcast-Episode #217
July 17, 2021
False Advertising…
Madison Avenue tells us if we drink a certain beer we won’t get fat, blondes have more fun, and using certain products will make all of our problems disappear. Did not fall for it. Our minds are always working, and susceptible to suggestion. Feed your mind the truth. Only truth…
July 16, 2021
Change. Really?
Fifty years ago, the band Ten Years After released a song titled “I’d Love to Change The World.” In the lyrics, they talk of noble ideas such as feed the poor, stop war, and eliminate pollution. Yet, in the chorus the lyricist wrote, “I’d love to change the world, but I don’t know what to do.”
These world challenges are huge, almost overwhelming. But I believe we can do something about them. Change begins when we are willing to do something. Change begins with me…
July 15, 2021
The Voices in our Heads…
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There are two voices competing for our attention. One voice encourages us, while the other voice condemns us. Which voice are you listening to?
July 14, 2021
Self-Sufficiency…
It’s a challenge to remain humble in a culture that screams, “look at me.” When we consider and understand that everything good comes to us from God, we realize we aren’t self-sufficient. It’s not us. It’s Him…
July 13, 2021
Daily Affirmation…
I believe I’m Divinely guided. I believe I will choose the right path. I believe God will show me a way when there is no way…
July 12, 2021
Healing…
We allow ourselves time to heal our bodies if we are injured. Let’s do the same with our minds. If a trauma from the past is still troubling you, please seek help to work through it. Renew your mind…
July 11, 2021
Interview With Dale Lykins
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It takes courage to put principles above the security of a paycheck. Dale Lykins had been a pastor in a traditional church for 30 years, but when he saw the church becoming more interested in self-preservation and perpetuating itself, Dale decided to start a new church where everyone is celebrated for who they are…God’s masterpiece. Dale founded The Open Table in February 2019, approximately 8 months after sharing with his wife that he was gay. You don’t want to miss this man’s incredible story. Click on the link to listen:
The Determined People Podcast
Episode #210
July 10, 2021
Reminder…
None of us are perfect. We try our best but sometimes our best isn’t enough. We get up and try again tomorrow…
July 9, 2021
Integrity…
Having integrity means our actions align with what we say. Honest, hard working and truthful people have integrity. It’s time to take a stand for doing what’s right, no matter the cost…
