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<p>Another theme that comes up in conversation is timing. We are always looking for a perfect moment.  We want to strike at just the right time.  We wait, and wait and wait until finally... <em>nothing.</em></p>

<ul>
<li>We'll start that new diet on Jan 1</li>
<li>Kick off that new habit on Monday</li>
<li>Implement the new process next quarter</li>
</ul>

<p>Honestly this search for the perfect moment is stifling.  It quenches the fires of productivity and keeps us from moving forward.  It is also based on an incorrect assumption. We feel that if we do strike at the right moment we'll hit a home run.  This is wrong and will leave you frustrated.  If you want to find success and implement that new habit the most important thing you can do is <strong>Start Now.</strong></p>

<p>Not tomorrow <br>
Not Monday <br>
Nor for the New Year</p>

<h1 id="doitnow">Do It Now!</h1>

<p><strong><em>What can you do right now that will get you one step closer?</em></strong></p>

<ul>
<li>If you've got something in mind, <strong>DO IT NOW</strong>  </li>
<li>If not then your task is to determine the next step and <strong>DO IT NOW</strong></li>
</ul>

<p><strong><em>Either way get started now</em></strong></p>

<p>Here are three videos that tackling this very issue.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/robertoblake2">Roberto Blake</a></p>

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<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCctXZhXmG-kf3tlIXgVZUlw">GaryVee</a></p>

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<p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1d28mrBqCQliL_N48tZZiw">Dr. Eric Thomas</a></p>

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<p>A Quote that I heard today jumped out and hit me in the head.  I hope it resonates with you the same way.</p>

<p>Do not worry about being perfect before you get started because <strong>Crooked sticks make straight lines too.</strong></p>

<p>Go do something amazing today.</p>

<p><strong>Go Go GO!</strong></p>

<p>Image Credit: <a href="http://www.icollector.com/Crooked-Stick_i11727140">iCollector</a></p>]]></description><link>http://carltonmatthews.com/crooked-sticks/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">7dad4658-acae-4871-8769-f65a94d2dcad</guid><category><![CDATA[Getting Started]]></category><category><![CDATA[year of doing]]></category><category><![CDATA[excuses]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Carlton Matthews]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 Feb 2018 16:25:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Leads To Sharing]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><img src="http://carltonmatthews.com/content/images/2015/03/Christ-also-died-for-sins-once-for-all-.png" alt=""></p>

<p>I have found that often we shy away from new or difficult things because they appear too complex. One of those things is sharing the gospel with another person. During our men's conference the speaker wanted to answer this question for the men, "<strong><em>What is one thing that men should be, know and experience during his life?</em></strong>" To answer this he reached out to other Christian men in his life. One of the response he shared with us was that every Christian should know the joy of sharing the Gospel with another person.</p>

<p>Here is something that has helped me understand and share the gospel with others. This comes from , "<a href="http://www.desiringgod.org/articles/a-summary-of-the-gospel-to-help-you-enjoy-it-and-share-it">A Summary of the Gospel and How To Enjoy and Share It.</a>" from <a href="http://www.desiringgod.org/">Desiring God</a>. </p>

<blockquote>
  <p>Christ also died for sins once for all, the righteous for the unrighteous, that he might bring us to God. (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=1Pe&amp;c=3&amp;t=ESV#s=t_conc_1154018">1 Peter 3:18</a>)</p>
</blockquote>

<p>Here’s a summary of the gospel to help you understand it and enjoy it! <br>
* God created us for his glory - (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=Isa&amp;c=43&amp;t=KJV#s=t_conc_722007">Isaiah 43:6–7</a>)
* Every human should live for God’s glory - (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=1Co&amp;c=10&amp;t=ESV#s=t_conc_1072031">1 Corinthians 10:31</a>).
* We have all sinned and fallen short of God’s glory - (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=Rom&amp;c=3&amp;t=ESV#s=t_conc_1049023">Romans 3:23</a>).
* We all deserve eternal punishment - (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=2Th&amp;c=1&amp;t=ESV#s=t_conc_1117009">2 Thessalonians 1:9</a>).
* In his great mercy, God sent forth his only Son Jesus Christ to provide for sinners the way of eternal life - (<a href="http://www.blueletterbible.org/Bible.cfm?b=1Pe&amp;c=3&amp;t=ESV#s=t_conc_1154018">1 Peter 3:18</a>).</p>

<p>Continue to grow family</p>]]></description><link>http://carltonmatthews.com/understanding-leads-to-sharing/</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1ac49cb0-e565-40c1-87db-6c3aaeef9a98</guid><category><![CDATA[Getting Started]]></category><category><![CDATA[big_challenge]]></category><category><![CDATA[evangelism]]></category><category><![CDATA[Christ Walk]]></category><dc:creator><![CDATA[Carlton Matthews]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 19 Mar 2015 12:19:43 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>