(A little poem about today’s society by Tracy C.)
We endlessly stare at screens because we need more information.
We tally up our likes because we need more adoration.
Our credit cards are maxed because we need more stuff.
Oh, the peace our souls could treasure if we just learn to say “ENOUGH!”
Window glazed with dew
Sun shining through
The gift of morning
All things new
“The core sin is to forget that God is God and that we are not. “ – Timothy Keller
It’s that simple and that complicated.
We grasp for control that only our Maker truly owns.
In doing this, we rob ourselves of the gift of simply being our Maker’s masterpieces.
Until we are enough with that, nothing will ever be enough.
I’ve been a self help and leadership training junkie for quite some time. I have noticed some themes summed up in the 3 words above that seem to be essential ingredients if we are to lead and communicate well in whatever we do.
Incidentally, my most current read (the framework in which the amazing company I work for functions) is:
Even if you aren’t reading it for work like I am, you may find it very helpful. To me, this seems more like a simple framework that’s easy to apply rather than just the latest trending business book. I see it’s principles applied throughout Enhabit Home Health and Hospice and I am truly impressed!
I don’t just want to keep being a consumer of the latest work wisdom, but I want to live out solid principles throughout the rest of my career and my life.
Ragamuffin Oasis: Finding Our Places to Just Be 