As Easter week is here, I find myself reflecting on the significance of this time. The week begins with Palm Sunday, a day that marks Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. Crowds of people welcomed Him, laying palm branches at His feet and shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is He who comes in the name of the Lord!” But the joy of Palm Sunday was short-lived. In just a few days, the same crowds would turn against Jesus, and He would be arrested,…
I have been in business-to-business sales for over 30 years and nearly my entire professional career. While today I have found a measure of success in networking and sales, there was a time when I really struggled. In my early years, I found myself constantly pushing my services without really understanding my clients’ needs. It wasn’t until I discovered I had to first “earn the right” to present my solutions by focusing on building relationships of value, love, and trust that…
In our world which is increasingly divided along political, religious, cultural, and lifestyle lines, it’s becoming more and more important for us to find ways to bridge those gaps and come together as a united human family, as united communities and neighborhoods. And I truly believe compassionate kindness is the key to making that happen. I know you may wonder if compassionate kindness, as nice as it sounds, can really going to solve the deep-seated issues that divide us? I…
Boyd Cook has been a constant presence in my life since I was a young teenager. He was one of my young men leaders and a home teacher to my family. He continuously ministered to both of my parents, even after they divorced, until they finished their journey. Since then, and though we live hours apart, Boyd has continued to be part of my life as a friend, a mentor, and a confidant. He has been there for me, and with…
I share today a new poem One started weeks ago Finalized yesterday Written without rhyme Nor standard structure Offered also as a video presentation Though without sound (still working on that part) *if you know Canva video, I’m open to tips! I would value your feedback. I hope you enjoy. Click the link below to watch the video, or read it on the photo print. Have a beautiful Monday! I love you, friends! Les p.s. Take 13 minutes today to…
I asked this question last week to my incredible followers on Facebook. “What are the characteristics of an Intentional Leader?” I was touched by the many answers and impressed with the thoughtful consideration. Thus, I turn today’s Monday Morning Boost over to my friends to share what being an Intentional Leader means to them. *Please note, some comments were edited for minor grammar, spelling, and readability. STEPHANY MORRISON – “Leading by example. Being clear and then trusting vs. unclear and…
Why is it darkest just before dawn? Why do we struggle the most just before we triumph? Why do clarity and focus sometimes rise from the billowing dust of confusion? Perhaps, the struggle of darkness is when the greatest energy is being created. English cleric and writer Charles Caleb Colton put it this way… “Times of great calamity and confusion have been productive for the greatest minds. The purest ore is produced from the hottest furnace. The brightest thunder-bolt is…
I have been pondering deeply the role of miracles in our lives, and pondering again on the age-old question… Why do bad things happen to good people? The answer to this is the most sought-after answer in all of human history. Along our journey of life, we get to experience the arduous blessing of creating the unexpected chapters in our story of Love and Greatness. These are the hard chapters filled with sorrow, heartache and loss, challenges, mistakes, and defeat….
While sometimes it’s hard to love others, we know it is the light of love that opens the heart for healing, the healing of connected families and friendships, and the healing that comes through the Father because of the Son. TO LOVE ONE WHERE THEY SIT By Les Patterson To love one where they sit Where they stand Or where they lie To love one who is broken Plump out of luck Trying not to die To love one in…
Elisa and I focused on rejuvenation this past week with a week in Las Vegas. We have a vacation condo we have enjoyed renting in the past and scheduled this vacation back in the fall knowing we would be pushing hard over the next several months. It was also time to celebrate our 34th anniversary coming up on February 17th. For today’s Monday Morning Boost, I share a snapshot of our rejuvenation moments taken from the posts I shared on…