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If Budweiser is made by a different country, I wont drink it anymore. Ill go back to wild Turkey -Jordan Moore, 21 year-old resident of St. Louis Mo, on the sale of iconic American brewery Anheuser-Busch to InBev NV of Belgium. Wild Turkey is owned by French company Pernod Ricard SA-TIME Magazine BriefingThe realities of Global Corporate Growth through Mergers and Acquisitions-HP ..Chronicles29:16 O Lord our God, all this store. . .cometh of Thine Hand, and is Thine own.

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In times of economic uncertainty. Markets get jittery because investors do; they calm down when those who invest in them are reassured that their prospects are brighter. To some extent, every economic transaction is psychological. Theres no inherent value to a house, a stock or even the US Dollar just the value on which a buyer and seller can agree- Michael Grunwald, TIMEHebrews2:8-9 She did not know that I gave her corn, and wine, and oil, and multiplied her silver and gold. Therefore will I return, and take away My corn in the time thereof, and My wine in the season thereof, and I will recover My wool and My flax.

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All things come of Thee, and of Thine Own have we given Thee. For we are strangers before Thee, and sojourners, as were all our Fathers: our days on the earth are as a shadow, and there is none abiding. - Of Him, and through Him, and to Him, are all things: to whom be glory for ever, Amen1Chronicles29:14-15. - Romans11:36

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Why is it so much easier to criticize, than to encourage? In her novel Pay It Forward, Catherine Ryan Hyde explores the potential effect of a young boy who does good deeds for people and ask them to repay his kindness by doing similar good deeds for three others. His kindness is multiplied exponentially across the country as millions of people Pay It Forward. Give it a try just as Paul urged the Thessalonians to encourage each other-Seybert, Leaders.1Thess5:11 Encourage each other and build each other up.

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I made me great works; I builded me houses; I planted me vineyards: I gathered me also silver and gold. Then I looked on all, and behold, all was vanity and vexation of spirit.- If any man thirst, let him come unto Me and drink. He satisfieth the longing soul, and filleth the hungry soul with goodness.- Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.-Ecc2:4,8,11. John7:37.- Psalm107:9.- Colossians3:2.

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We all have ability. The difference is how we use it-Stevie Wonder1John1:6-7 If we say that we have fellowship with Him and walk in darkness, we lie, and do not tell the truth: but if we walk in the light, as He is in the light, we have fellowship one with another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanseth us from all sin.

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I cant imagine a person becoming a success who doesnt give this game of life everything hes got-Walter Cronkite..2Timothy1:7 God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.

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Its a funny thing, the more I practice the luckier I get-Arnold Palmer.Matthew8:26 You of little faith, why are you so afraid?

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O beloved, I plead with you not to treat Gods promises as something to be displayed in a museum but to use them as everyday sources of comfort. And whenever you have a time of need, trust the Lord...-Charles Spurgeon..2Peter1:4 He has given us His very great and precious promises.

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Fortune sells her wares; she never gives them. In some form or other, we pay for her favors; or we go away empty-Amelia Barr.Proverbs16:16 How much better to get wisdom than gold, to choose understanding rather than silver.

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If you must play, decide on three things at the start: the rules of the game, the stakes, and the time to stop playing-Chinese ProverbYou can play to win, or play to enjoy the playing. Both are worthwhile approaches-Kaufmann, Loving Your Life..Proverbs16:9 In his heart a man plans his course, but the Lord determines his steps.

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Management is efficiency in climbing the ladder of success; Leadership determines whether the ladder is leaning against the right wall-Stephen Covey..2Peter1:2-3 Grace and peace be yours in abundance through the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord. His divine power has given us everything we need for life and Godliness through our knowledge of Him who called us by His own glory and goodness.

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If I have seen farther than other men it is by standing on the shoulders of giants-Isaac Newton2Peter1:5-9 For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; and to knowledge, self control; and to self control, perseverance; and to perseverance; godliness, and to godliness, brotherly kindness; and to brotherly kindness, love. For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. But if anyone does not have them, he is nearsighted and blind

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Nothing that is not part of Gods will is allowed to come into the life of someone who trusts and obeys Him. This truth should be enough to make our life one of ceaseless thanksgiving and joy, because Gods will is the most hopeful, pleasant, and glorious thing in the world. It is the continuous working of His omnipotent power for our benefit, with nothing to prevent it, if we remain surrendered and believing-Hannah Whitall SmithJohn19:11 You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above.

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Isnt it glorious to know that no matter how unjust something maybe, even when it seems to have come from Satan himself, by the time it reaches us it is Gods will for us and will ultimately work to our good?...-Hannah Whitall SmithRomans8:28 And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who are called according to his purpose.

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We live fascinating lives if we live in the center of Gods will. All the attacks that Satan hurls at us through the sins of others are not only powerless to harm us but are transformed into blessings along the way. Think of what Christ said even as He was betrayed-Hannah Whitall Smith.John18:11 Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given me?

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The best things in life are the result of being wounded. Wheat must be crushed before becoming bread, and incense must be burned by fire before its fragrance is set free. The earth must be broken with a sharp plow before being ready to receive the seed. And it is a broken heart that pleases God. Yes, The sweetest joys of life are the fruits of sorrow. Human nature seems to need suffering to make it fit to be a blessing to the world- Frederick W. Robertson..Acts14:22 We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God.

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Once we learn to wait for the Lords leading in everything, we will know the strength that finds its highest point in an even and steady walk. Many of us are lacking the strength we so desire, but God gives complete power for every task He calls us to perform. Waiting- -keeping yourself faithful to His leading- -this is the secret of strength. And anything that does not align with obedience to Him is a waste of time and energy. Watch and wait for His leading-Samuel Dickey Gordon.Psalm40:1 I waited patiently for the Lord.

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Waiting is much more difficult than walking, for waiting requires patience, and patience is a rare virtue. Sometimes it is hard for us to understand why we do not have a larger area of service, and it becomes difficult for us to brighten the corner where we are. But God has a purpose in all of His delays-Samuel Dickey GordonPsalm37:23 The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.

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Having a handful of people you trust for confidential advice can make the difference between a good decision and a great one. Having a close friend who always speaks the truth will save you from making costly mistakes in judgment. As the leader of your organization, you have a unique perspective, because the buck always stops with you. Everyone is looking to you for vision and direction-Seybert, Leaders..Genesis2:18 It is not good for the man to be alone.

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He is before all things-The Amen; the beginning, the firstborn from the dead; that in all things He might have the pre-eminence. Yea, before the day was I am He. The author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God... -Col1:17.-Rev3:14.- Col1:18.- Isa43:13.- Heb12:2

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Patience is the companion of wisdom. It is bitter, but its fruit is sweet- Raul Romulo..Psalm90:12 So teach us to number our days, that we may apply our hearts unto wisdom.

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Joy Stealers: Living in Complacency, Living in the past. Living without purpose. The greatest tragedy is not death but life without purpose...-Joby SorianoPhi3:12-14 Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.

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He that glorieth, let Him glory in the Lord.- Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, neither let the mighty man glory in his might, let not the rich man glory in his riches; but let him that glorieth glory in this, that he understandeth and knoweth Me, that I am the Lord.- Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto Thy Name give glory, for Thy Mercy, and for Thy truths sake:...-1Cor1:31.- Jer9:23-24.- Psa115:1

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Beware of leakage, of the dividing up of your life by the influence of friends of or circumstances; beware of anything that is going to split up your oneness with Him and make you see yourself separately. It is never Gods will that we should be anything less than absolutely complete in Him-Chambers, My Utmost..Matthew11:28 Come to Me.

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Character is like a tree and reputation like a shadow. The shadow is what we think of it; the tree is the real thing-Abraham Lincoln.Focus on character. Reputation follows-Kaufmann.Proverbs21:21 He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor.

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Desire! Thats the one secret of every mans career. Not education. Not being born with hidden talents. Desire-Bobby Unser.Proverbs19:2 It is not good to have zeal without knowledge, nor to be hasty and miss the way.

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Expect team members to contribute. Leadership tams are like this. A single member who never quite gets with the program compromises the groups effectiveness. Such people do more damage by staying on the team than thy do by leaving. Objections and disagreements should be encouraged, but once decisions are made and the team begins to move forward, its time to fall into line and support the team effort. Anything else is counterproductive-Seybert, Leaders..Matthew12:30 Anyone who isnt with Me opposes Me, and anyone who isnt working with Me is actually working against Me.

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Negative emotions drain your enthusiasm and zest for life. A positive attitude is refreshing and contagious. Surround yourself with people who are happy and have a strong sense of purpose-Stephanie Tourles..Proverbs21:24 Do not make friends with a hot-tempered man, do not associate with one easily angered, or you may learn his ways and get yourself ensnared.

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Whom have I in heaven but Thee? and there is none upon earth that I desire beside Thee. My flesh and my heart faileth; but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.- -O my soul, thou hast said unto the Lord. Thou art my Lord. The Lord is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup. Thou maintainest my lot. The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yeah, I have a goodly heritage...Psalm73:25, 26.- Psalm16:2,5,6