Today’s most successful businesses are the result of initiative. If someone has an idea for a product or industry that is markedly different than what currently exists, they hold an opportunity to start something new, disruptive.
The modern definition of longevity is “a long life.” But a practical understanding is a long and sustained quality of life. That is, to live well and consistently for many years.
What happened to gratitude?Is this change in behavior just our expressions and ways of interaction evolving, or does it reflect something deeper in our culture? Consider that gratitude itself is actually the thing that is fading away.
As Paul closes his second letter to Timothy, he thinks back over his time in ministry. He ponders his teaching and struggles and travels for the cause of Christ, and declares, “I have fought the good fight…” (2 Timothy 4:7).