There has been an interesting discussion going on in recent weeks about what exactly will qualify a person to inherit eternal life. I have come across as much watered down doctrine as I have over the top legalistic doctrine, which has left me asking why so many people seem to be set on doing “just enough” to get to heaven? While the over the top doctrine pushers would have you believe that you must believe exactly as they do, the watered down faction seems to be seeking the quickest, easiest, cheapest ticket that will be accepted at the pearly gates.
I would offer this definition of success. Success is finding something that you love to do so much, you would do it for free, then learning to do it so well that people will pay you well to do it.
After commenting to the author, Nate, I felt compelled to address Karen’s question, and thought the answer valuable enough to also share it with you. You have NO message until you get to know your prospect.
I walked a mile with pleasure. She chatted all the way; But left me none the wiser For all she had to say. I walked a mile with Sorrow, And ne’er a word said she; But, oh The things I learned from her, When Sorrow walked with me. ROBERT BROWNING HAMILTON
I want to be honest with you. I am no saint! God has called me, and I have responded to His call – though reluctantly – to minister to young adults. I have little to no experience that prepares me for this, other than that I was once, a long time ago, a twenty-something headed…
