The Right Fight?

Since the arrival of the first Africans to the New World in Virginia in 1619 it seems that there has always been something for African-Americans to fight for.  Although, the Emancipation Proclamation and the Civil Rights Act have granted certain civil liberties to African-Americans, racial equality and justice have always felt like an unobtainable goal to many in the African-American community. This seems to be the case even more so now, in the wake of newly elected President, Donald Trump.

President Trump has accordingly  shown behavioral tendencies that exemplify racism.  While many would say, this is just the fabricated argument of the African-American community, many credible mainstream media outlets have labeled our President as such.

Dana Millbank of the Washington Post has called Donald Trump a “bigot and a racist”[1]

New York Times editor Jill Abramson states there is “plenty of evidence” to show that Trump is both a “Demagogue and a Racist.”[2]

Lydia O’Connor and Daniel Marans of the Huffington Post cited 13 examples of Donald Trump being a racist. [3]

Fortune 500’s Michael D’Antonio cited several cases of racial tendencies and quotes of Donald Trump dating back close to thirty years[4]

In contrast, President Trump has of late has gone out of his way to meet with popular African-Americans celebrities like Steve Harvey, Kanye West, Jim Brown and Ray Lewis.  Not to mention several African American clergymen prior to the U.S. Election.  According to Harper Poling, Donald Trump received 18 percent of the African American popular vote, which is more than Mitt Romney in the prior election.[5]

So, the question needs to asked, what is the African American fight for  at this present time? Should African-Americans trust Donald Trump?

Has any other President since the Post-segregation era displayed such racist tendencies as our current President?

Should African Americans begin to look in the mirror and start to evaluate their citizenship? Is there enough data to show that any elected official white or black has the best interest of the African-American community in mind? Should African-Americans feel threatened by police officers or by their own neighbors? Should we vote, and if so Democratic or Republican or Independent.

One could make the argument, that the current climate in the United States has the feel of an imminent social attack on the African-American Identity and Culture.  When viewing the statistical data that reflects the enormous amount of crime, imprisonment, police brutality and poverty in various urban African-American communities, Africa-Americans cannot afford to take their rights for granted.  Every African-American citizen must consider every aspect of their existence in this country. Not only, should African-Americans evaluate their politics but also assess their faith, family values, finances and future.

[1] https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/donald-trump-is-a-bigot-and-a-racist/2015/12/01/a2a47b96-9872-11e5-8917-653b65c809eb_story.html?utm_term=.1587c6982b5a

[2] https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2016/feb/29/donald-trump-us-election-2016-demagogue?CMP=share_btn_tw

[3] http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/donald-trump-racist-examples_us_56d47177e4b03260bf777e83

[4] http://fortune.com/2016/06/07/donald-trump-racism-quotes/

[5] http://harperpolling.com/docs/default-source/default-document-library/16-10-pa-statewide-poll-crosstabs.pdf?sfvrsn=0

 

The Miraculous Process

Every great accomplishment must incorporate the element of time.  Growth and development do not happen overnight.  A child does not grow overnight, a plant does not go into the ground as seed and by the next day grow into a tall tree.  Time and seasons are things that GOD uses to implement change.

Creation tells us that change and growth are the applications of a gradual process that GOD utilizes to bring about the purpose of his will.[1]

GOD has an eternal purpose for his offspring[2].  The agenda of which was ordained from the foundation of the world. No one, however, can fulfill their calling simply by existing from day to day. Instead, through consistent growth and development into the stature and maturity that was predestinated by the purpose that GOD has instilled in us.

Every day we live we have a purpose. Nothing we go through, nothing we experience is ever wasted.  Our lives are micromanaged by the will of GOD to ensure that we are able to acquire the knowledge, wisdom and understanding to be partakes of his divine nature.

We GOD’S workmanship[3]. The Creator does not have a deadline to meet when it comes to developing us.  He has no clock to punch, or supervisor. GOD does not have a timesheet or reports to run.  He uses every day of our lives and every experience that we have to formulate in us the character and personality that can be utilized to govern the works of his hands.[4]

So in essence, our maturation process is a miraculous process.  Unlike any other creature when our bodies reach its plateau in height and stature, our minds continue to evolve, to learn, to understand.  Every day we are blessed with new experiences that possess the potential to unlock the mysteries of our calling, and enlighten our minds with the heavenly gift of the grace of life.[5]

Knowing this we can never look at our current circumstances and make the assumption that GOD has placed a period at the end of the sentence.  We must face every day, every problem and every adversity with confidence, knowing that all things are working together for our good.[6]

[1] Romans 1:20

[2] Titus 3:7, Acts 17;28

[3] Eph 2:10

[4] Psalms 8:6

[5] 1^st Peter 3:7

[6] Rom 8:28

Living “BY” Faith

It is written that the “Just shall live by faith.” True faith is not believing “in” something but instead, it is the principles by which all of your beliefs are founded upon; the foundation upon which all your beliefs are stand. Your faith governs the choices you make in life and guides your everyday activities and practices. Having faith in GOD comes by the hearing of the WORD OF GOD. GOD’s word allows us to create a concrete value system that will provide daily guidance to live life successfully. Your faith in GOD’S word grants the wisdom to make choices to reach your full potential and not jeopardize the purpose of your existence.

 

Mental Conception

Mental Conception

Vision is apart of preparation. The GOD of all Creation designed all phenomenally great things to start through a microcosmic state of development those later blossoms to its full potential. When GOD decided to bring salvation into the World, it was done through the seed of Abraham and birthed through a woman.

Who would’ve ever thought that the GOD of all Creation who inhabits eternity would take on the form of a servant being transformed into an embryo birthed through a woman igniting the master plan that would bring salvation to the human family?

It is written “Do not despise these small beginnings, for YAHWEH rejoices to see the work begin” Zech 4:10. The work begins in the mind. The scripture states that lust starts in the mind, is conceived then brings forth sin and eventually, death. If this is the case, righteous thoughts also begin in the mind and they will bring forth righteous works thereby bringing forth life. Vain Imaginations must be cast down according to the WORD OF GOD. So then, thoughts of purpose then must be built up.

Every creative idea and thought is full of purpose. This is why the influences that you allow to infiltrate your thinking are so important.  Your influences often trigger thoughts that contribute to your experiences and choices.

Your mind houses the spirit, the essence of your inner man that must be renewed by GOD daily.  You cannot afford to waste your mind and experiences with things that do not build your character for the many great things that GOD has in store for us.

There are exceeding great and precious promises that are in store to be manifest through the Salvation of The Messiah that awaits us. Your mind must be ready to become the person that will be able to utilize the gifts afforded to your destiny.

Our untapped potential is birthed through the thoughts of our mind. Are your thoughts bringing forth productivity that is purposeful?  Are your wasting your time and energy with things that do not profit? Are your thoughts contributing to your ultimate destiny?

Take time to think apart from the hustle and bustle of these busy days. Treasure your thoughts, allow them to nourish and enrich your day. Alleviate many of the influences that will not contribute your greatness and the fulfillment of your ultimate purpose.

*Scripture References*

Hebrews 2:16

Phil. 2:7

Isaiah 57:15

James 1:15-17

Proverbs 4:23

2^nd Cor 10:5

2^nd Peter chapter 1

Race

The idea of classifying human beings by their physical features is not an ancient concept. Men at one point in history were grouped by their  native lands. It was not until the 17th century when Europeans needed to justify slavery and colonization thereby convincing their constituency that African People along with other groups  were inferior or less than human.

Because of this, the idea that people are classified by their skin or their ethnicity denotes the idea that one group of people are inferior or superior than the other.

Why are human beings “classified?”  Are we not all made in the Image and Likeness our our Maker? This is why racism exist across the world.  It is embedded into our culture,  our society, our world. The fact that the continent that thought to “classify” humanity has covered the world with their idealism,race will be an issue until the next Global initiative which according to GOD’s word, will be return of The Savior of All mankind, YAHSHUA the Messiah (Christ).

Until then, every human being is forced to recognize race.  In doing so it is done with the connotation that one race is inferior or superior and men will continue to operate as such.

So men will continue to justify their humanity while others will attempt to assume their superiority.  This is why we kill based on race, why we segregate our neighborhoods, our schools, our offices, our television shows and our cultures.  This is why we identify our differences and act upon them rather than expound on our likenesses, for we are the Image and Likeness of GOD!

The Offspring of GOD was never made to be “classified” but made to be the heirs of GOD’s Kingdom, the nephesh  (heb. the soul, living breathing creature) that holds the breathe that is inspired by the ALMIGHTY GOD to  partake of his divine nature, then to hold  the rightful position as the inheritance of the Government and Kingdom of GOD!

*Scripture Reference*

Revelation 21:7

Romans 8

Revelations 2

Genesis 2

Acts 17

Seasons

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens:” – Ecc 3:1

Time is one of the most powerful components of our existence. A prayer of the great leader Moses shows that the ability to know and understand how time interacts with our lives has to be taught and applied to wisdom.

Because life is so short but so impacting, it is very important that we understand the various seasons that take place in our lives.

A season is an appointed time; A space of time that is given for a particular event and/or activity. It is a set time, according to the scriptures.

Everything has a set time, at time we are uncertain when seasons in our lives will change.  It requires wisdom to discern and see the signs of what they are so we can operate effectively.

Imagine if baseball players played in the winter or football players played in the summer? How erroneous would it be if farmers planted all their crops in the winter waiting for a harvest in the cold when the field will not yield and produce life?
In the same way, knowing how to act during appointed times in our lives requires understanding from GOD and direct fellowship with his word.

YAHSHUA (The Messiah, the Christ) made a statement saying “O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?” (Matt 16:3). The Greek word for discern is diakrino which means to mentally separate, or distinguish. So we must be able to observe and distinguish various seasons in our lives.

YAHSHUA saw a fig tree afar off having leaves. When he came near the tree hoping to find fruit, the only thing that he found were leaves. YAHSHUA proclaimed “No man eat fruit from the tree hereafter and forever!”  Not even 24 hours later the tree was dried up from the roots and withered away, much to the astonishment of the disciples of YAHSHUA.

Our existence is often predicated on our ability to operate effectively according to the  set appointed time in our lives.  There are times where we must learn, take information gather knowledge from the experiences that GOD has created for us to gain insight into our calling. Then there are times that we must be more productive, teach, show initiative, take the lead and display our gifts.

So many young men and women fail because they wish to gain so much being young without growing and developing. Young men and woman that are exposed to intimacy before emotional maturity often causes them to have children before they have experienced the necessary lessons of life that teach responsible parenting. Men suffer midlife crisis because they do not embrace the wisdom that life’s experiences teaches. Then eventually they live in regret because they have wasted their youth in folly.

So we understand why the Prophet asked GOD for wisdom to number our days. Meaning not to just count them but the Hebrew word is manah to allot, assign, to prepare, appoint and constitute over.

Seasons are not a term that should be used designed for blessings only,  but  should stand as a reminder that our lives and experiences are temporary. When times are good we must enjoy but prepare and consider. When times are bad, we must endure and anticipate the victory that is on the horizon and rejoice in the character that is being formed in us.

Our life is a season. It has a set time. We have a start date and an end date and within this time we must gather the character and knowledge that will allow us to inherit our eternal position and purpose.

Time is the tool that GOD has used to measure our lives. We do not have one second to waste by being idle or failing to occupy. Every day has purpose. Every day there are experiences that will contribute to the hope of our calling; every day provides us the experiences that we need to become what GOD has created us to be. There is a set time appointed for every work under the Sun, our job is to seek and trust the Creator of all things for wisdom for proper success and development.

*Scripture References*
Psalms 90:12
Ecc 3:12
Mark 11:14
2nd Peter 2:10
Ephesians 1:18
Daniel 2:20-21
Hebrews 9:15

No Lie is Of The Truth – The Santa Claus Debate

Recently, Fox News Commentator Megan Kelly stirred a national debate about Santa Claus being Caucasian.  During her prime time show Kelly made the controversial statement-

  “For you kids watching at home, Santa just is white.”

Her comments stirred up many parents that felt that Santa Claus should be viewed as multi-ethnic and should not have a color. This would help in teaching children to respect diversity through icons like Santa Claus by not limiting him to an old Caucasian man.

Here’s a thought, why don’t we just tell our kids the truth? The notion that some man rides on a sleigh led by reindeer on the night of December 24, comes into our homes, leave gifts to every boy and girl is false. For some reason we have continued to perpetuate a lie about someone that does not exist and this lie has continued for generations.

Could it be the reason why we go so far to protect our beloved fictitious icons is because in fact we are protecting other deep rooted untruths about the days we associate with the worship of OUR GOD?

Here are some facts about Christmas.

1. Christmas is nowhere in the scriptures
2. It’s celebratory components like trees, mistletoes and reefs  don’t stem from the scriptural artifacts of worship
3. The Holiday/Festival existed centuries before Christ
4. Neither Christ nor his Apostles ever neither celebrated nor advised men to do so.
5. The Bible shows the Christ and his Apostles partaking in festivals like Pentecost, Feast of Tabernacle, Unleavened Bread and Passover.  (John ch.7,Mt 26, Luke 22:15, Acts ch.2 and chapter 20)
6. The Bible along with the words of Christ shows that Passover will be celebrated in the Kingdom of GOD. (Luke 22:18)
7. Catholics did not even celebrate it until the 4^th century AD. That would be 400 years after Christ.

It is written – “I do not write to you because you do not know the truth, but because you do know it and because no lie comes from the truth.” (1^st John 2:21)

The truth cannot bring about a lie; a lie cannot come from truth. So where should the Church stand in something that is not true?

The Apostle states Galatians 4:16 “Have I now become your enemy by telling you the truth?”

The world continues to perpetuate lies and hypocrisy. It is written that “All that is in the world is the lust of the eye, lust of the flesh and the pride of life.” (1^st John 2:16) The church however was built on the pillar and ground of what is truth, dedicated to the sanctification of the truth which is the WORD OF GOD! (John 17:17)

It is written that true worship is worship that is in spirit and in truth (John 4:24). The world loves its own. The church however was never designed to have direct association with the world. Even Christ told his disciples at one time “That ye shall weep and lament but the world shall rejoice:  “(John 16:20)

The church is an exclusive fraternity of unified believers dedicated to the gospel of the Kingdom that is to come and the salvation that is given through YAHSHUA (Christ.) We are in the world but not of the world. We were called out from the world to be separated in order to fulfill the will of GOD by acquiring the character to become the ruling class of his government.

Every believer must scrutinize and examine every practice of worship. Any worship that does not come from the WORD OF GOD will result in the judgment of GOD like the two sons of Aaron that were burnt up by offering strange fire or Ananias and Sephirra that lied to the Holy Spirit about their monetary offering.

Let us teach our children the truth according to the eternal word of GOD that will stand forever as the world melts away in a fervent heat. It’s written “But speaking the truth in love, let us grow in every way into Him who is the head–Christ.” (Eph.4:15)

The world is designed to perpetuate lies and hypocrisy. It is written that “All that is in the world is the lust of the eye, lust of the flesh and the pride of life.”(1st John 2:16) The Church however is the pillar and ground of the truth.

So what do we do? Leaders, preachers, pastors, evangelist and believers, do we allow the world to dictate our worship or do we let every man be a liar and let GOD BE TRUE?

*This Essay also references*

John 17:16-26

Leviticus 10:1

Ephesians chapter 4

2^nd Cor.13:5

Acts 5

John 15:19

Matt 24:5

2^nd Peter 3:10

1^st Tim 3:15

Romans 3:4

It also sites brief facts from

http://www.simpletoremember.com/vitals/Christmas_TheRealStory.htm

and

http://rcg.org/books/ttooc.html

Life’s Trajectory

A trajectory is a path, progression, or line of development resembling a physical trajectory. A physical trajectory is a curved path which something takes as it moves through the air or through space.  The idea behind space flight, for example, is that if enough force is propelled onto an object to move it to a place where the force of gravity isn’t as great, the object can continue in motion.  A trajectory is determined by the projectile’s influence. The projectile is the object that is moved, dropped, thrown or even fired -like a gun or a rocket- and its main influence is the force of gravity.

A projectile’s path can only be influenced by gravity. What stronger force is there on the planet that we live on?  Gravity can never be defied, it has to be overcome.  The only way that a projectile to fly is to be lighter than the pull of gravity or to have more force to propel over the force of gravity.  The fact that an item flies does not mean that it contradicts the laws of gravity, just that it does what is necessary to continue its movement against the pull of the atmosphere.

Trajectory planning must be thought out, calculated, and prepared. Everything is weighed to determine the path and destination. The timing, the target point, the ability to avoid obstacles and collision makes the planning difficult but possible.  The most effective determinant in the trajectory of a projectile is what is called the “manipulator.” The manipulator determines the force behind the projectile and the location of the starting point of the projectile.

The path of a trajectory is never straight. Because of gravity and other factors like wind gust and the form of the projectile itself, the path is often curved. The path can vary in so many ways. The important thing is the beginning point and the end point. The main factor in a trajectory is that the projective ends up at its designated source.

In life there are so many avenues and directions that we are pulled in and so many things that carry us in directions that we don’t want to go in. If the road in life could go in a straight path life would be very predictable, and at times boring. Life however is a journey. Our journey consists of many winding roads, turns, curves, hills and valleys.  There are also obstacles that attempt to deter us from reaching the end point of our destination.

What we must rely on is the fact that the source of our manipulation is stronger than the forces and the obstacles that stand against us to prevent us from our purpose. The scriptures indicate that we were chosen in him before the foundation of the world. It is also written that those whom GOD has known in advance, he has justified and are conforming them into his Image and likeness. Because of this, ALL THINGS are working together for our good.  The “good”  indicates that  our ultimate destiny and   purpose of our existence for being joint heirs to GOD’s Kingdom according to the previous chapters in Romans 8.

  It is written

 “For I know what plans I have in mind for you,
says YAHWEH ,plans for well-being, not for bad things; so that you can have hope and a future.” (Jer 29:11 Complete Jewish Bible).

Our lives at times can seem so out of control because of the variances of winds, and obstacles that can seem to offset our journey. All these things that we face have been pre-calculated by the Manipulator and Creator of all things that are working for our good. The GOD of All Heaven and Earth, whose name is YAHWEH has ordered our steps and have set us on a path for ultimate victory. The path also creates in us a character of greatness and fortitude where we are able to govern in the Kingdom of The Most High.

Our problems, failures, anxieties, insecurities, past, present and future decisions have all been weighed out and predetermined before the Manipulator of our trajectory even set us in motion.

Every day we are set out on the path to greatness. Because of this, every day we must know that “All things are working together for the good to them who love GOD, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Rom 8:28

*Scripture References*

Ephesians Chapter 1

Romans 8

Jeremiah Chapter 29:11

This Blog borrows references from-

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/vectors/u3l2a.cfm

Click to access chapter6.pdf

Dominion

Every man and woman was made to lead in some capacity.  Our ability to lead is not based on our job, choice of career or position in society but our construct, being the offspring of the Creator and King of the Universe.

The Creator gave a command to his Creation that Man should have dominion over it. Man was blessed and then given the mandate to fill the Earth and subdue it.  Mankind is the main recipient of the awesome creation of GOD, The designated ruler of all creation, charged and given the authority over the works of GOD’s hands; Empowered by WORD and Will of GOD.

Man was not made to be subservient.  Man was not made to be doormats, a peon, a servant of anything. Man was created to  rule creation, seen and unseen, angels, heavenly beings, earthly beings, become extra-terrestrial, an unobtainable force of supreme divine power.  This only takes place through the Power of GOD’s Holy Spirit, given to those who are obedient.

Rarely are things that that GOD made for us are if ever handed to us. The first man Adam was placed in the garden but had to overcome the wiles of the Satan, serpent and protect his family from its influences also .  The Children of Israel were promised a land flowing with milk and honey but had to endure the great and terrible wilderness.

In the same connation, man’s dominion was predicated on man’s willingness and perseverance to subdue all that he encountered. Man, the pre-eminent overseer of GOD’s creation had a task to overcome every challenge that he faced.

 Planet Earth does not exist absent of daily challenges that seek to keep mankind from his ultimate goal of obtaining the dominion over GOD’s creation.  There is a force that we wrestle against daily; there are rulers, authorities, cosmic powers that govern the unseen and spiritual forces of the evil in the heavenly realm.

GOD has empowered us through his word and through his Holy Spirit that we can overcome the elements that seek to stop us from obtaining the character that is needed to inherit the Kingdom of GOD. However, daily we must be mindful to put on the Whole Armor of GOD that we may be able to stand against wiles of the mighty one of this Earth, Satan the Devil.

Every day, our steps have been designed for us to overcome and subdue anything that stands against us. There are experiences that we face that will bring about discouragement and attempt to refrain us from our ultimate goal and purpose, The Kingdom of our Eternal GOD that we were created to inherit.

We cannot allow discouragement to overtake us, when we see that our money or career is not taking off the way we wished for it to be. However, the dominion and authority we are to inherit is predicated by our business resume, our annual income, or status in society.

Everyman has a custom made path that we must travel and endure, so that when all is accomplished we have obtained the mind of Christ that will grant us the faith in victory to overcome the world.

Dominion is the result of a daily grind to stand against the adversity, weaknesses, sins, and   negative circumstances that will remove us from the hope of our calling. However, we have been given a charge to keep, and a GOD to glorify, and a crown to inherit. Let us subdue and take our dominion.

*scripture references*

Acts 17:29

Gen 1:26-28

Psalms chapters 8 and 37

Heb. chapters 1, 2

1st Tim 4:14

Eph. 3:20, 6:11,12

1st Cor. 1:18, 2:16, 15:40

Acts 5:32

Duet. 1:19, 13:5

1st John 5:4

Own Your Vision

 What Leaders can learn from the Patient Protection & Affordable Health Act

 

The United States of America unlike many other countries have never had a government provided affordable Health Care.  Many Presidents have attempted to bring about free Health Care for its’ American Citizens going as far back as President Roosevelt; President Obama, however through much adversity was able to put the Act into effect that would give every American  Health Care as of March 30^th 2014.

President Obama has not been reluctant to share that this act was inspired by his mother who passed away from Cancer.  This is something that our President has advocated since coming into office and has work diligently with lawmakers to create the Act.  The fact that many people term the act “Obama Care” shouldn’t be an insult. The Home Affordable Modification Loan programs were also given the term “Obama Loan Modification Programs.”

What this teaches us is that our goals, programs, and project are often inspired by our personal experiences. Our lives often create and promote visions, plans and dreams that carry us, motivate us and push us to be successful. When we share our ideas, creations, goals and visions they become synonymous with our identity. 

When I began to work in management, one of the first things I was taught to attach my name to my work. Any document, idea, spreadsheet or modification.  Not as a way as a patent or to take credit but as a way to identify your accomplishments. 

I was one of the first people in my building that was able to incorporate and import statistics into excel spreadsheets years ago. It was to my surprise that years later when I met with some managers, my spreadsheets and formulas were still being used. Of course, my name was still at the bottom of the work.

Every visionary must be responsible for their vision. A vision must be owned and managed because it is a possibility that it will never leave your name.  Whatever you believe about government or politics or politicians, regardless of whom you support or what you support about what can be done. One thing we can learn is that our President did not take a hands-on approach with his vision.

Health and Human Services Secretary Kathleen Seblius, acting administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Marilyn Tavenner and White House chief technology officer Todd Park were given the responsibility to ensure that citizens could enroll effectively and that the guidelines were upheld for enrollment.

When the website went live for citizen enrollment, a number of problems began to take place. Users could not log on, many could not keep their previous Health Care Plan, the website was freezing and now there are new found reports that security of the website has a risk of comprise.

When the Seblius, Tavenner and Park appeared before Congress, many played the blame game, citing the lack of knowledge about the website while  many of the website contracts claim that this information was given before the launch date.

Now of course, the country shifts the blame  back to our President as well as the media and those that oppose the Affordable Health Care Act, all pointed to our President. I’m sure our President does not have a great deal of proficiency in web design, maintenance or Information Technologies.  However, it is his name and his vision and everyone looks to the visionary often as much as the vision.

More often than not, the implementation of the idea is just as important as the idea.  The tools we use that can stem anywhere from our vocabulary to our software play a major role in how we show our vision to the world.

It is written “Write the vision and make it plain.”  (Hab 2:2)  In other words, not just record it, but make it relatable. Ensure those that partake of what you are showing are able to also comprehend and partake in what you showing. If not, you do a disservice to yourself and your vision.

Are visions and goals are too powerful, too important to us that we should let them die or be derailed by the hands of those that don’t share the same passion.  We must make sure that we have our hands on the details of the visions. This is not to day we should be subject matter experts on every aspect of implementation but we should be experts on the effective communication of our thoughts and ideas so that our dreams are deferred by circumstances or bad decisions.

Pride is needed for successful work. Pride however cannot replace passion or purpose. When we ensure these are a part of what we do, we stand to make great things happen to the benefit of ourselves and all those that are involved.