July 24h, 2024 Happy Humpish Day:) I've recently taken a couple of personality tests. One classified me as a "Consult," who believes life is sweetest when it’s shared with others, and they hate to let people down. The other labeled me as a "Controller/Director," which values getting the job done and is results-oriented. No wonder I enjoy the challenge of delivering this weekly newsletter:) To know yourself is a fun journey, just like always providing! 1 big thing: Surrender is a Superpower I...
9 days ago • 2 min read
July 17th, 2024 Happy Humpish Day:) The "summer scramble" is a real thing. This is coming from the guy who is just getting around to my first newsletter of July! With changes to our schedules, travel, and general life responsibilities it can feel busy or...full. We get to choose. 1 big thing: Eliminate Hurry Hurry is the great enemy of our spiritual life. What if we structured our lives to eliminate hurry? Perhaps we would model Jesus' lifestyle of simplicity and slowness. This is the premise...
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The Become a Provider audiobook has just been released on Audible! Proceeds go to the work of The CL Thomas Fellowship, and we are excited to release this version to the world. Thank you for your support! Click on the image or button below to get your copy today:) Buy on Audible Happy Friday! Bless & Protect, Justin
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June 26th, 2024 Happy Hump Day! While our schedules may change over the summer months, we can always provide. Enjoy! 1 big thing: Create a Provider Vision Our Identity Shapes Our Habits. In behavioral health change theory, a consistent recommendation is to start with the identity and values you want to embody before making any changes. If the change aligns with our desired identity and values, then it stacks the odds in our favor of actually living out the desired habits. Why it matters:...
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June 21st, 2024 Happy Friday:) I believe that we are going from a launch phase to a growth phase here at The CL Thomas Fellowship. From the podcast, small groups, and even the stage. Big things are ahead for us and you because God always provides. Enjoy! 1 big thing: You Are a Provider A Special Father's Day. I shared at my local church on Father's Day the message "You are a Provider." Why it matters: We all have a story. The message I enjoy sharing is around lessons I learned from my father,...
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June 12th, 2024 Happy Hump Day:) I've been immersing myself in the story and work of the CL Thomas Fellowship. Why do I write this newsletter? What is the purpose of the podcast? How can we grow? I've got plenty of questions, less answers. But the theme is always the same, let's always provide. Enjoy! 1 big thing: God Gives, So Let's Provide "My cup runs over." Psalm 23 talks about the provision of God in our lives. He is in our valleys. He also provides with a seat at the table. He ensures...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
April 6th, 2024 Happy Humpish Day:) Welcome to June! Summer is upon us, a new podcast episode it out, and meeting tips are part of this Always Provide newsletter edition. Enjoy! 1 big thing: Provide a warm welcome How hosting can bond a family. I am halfway through my CL Thomas Fellowship men's group. We meet monthly at my house for a night of discussion around a specific provider theme, verse, book, and accountability request. The whole family rallied together to prepare for the event, but...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
May 31st 2024 Happy Friday! Here is a mini edition of the Always Provide newsletter. I wanted to be sure to share our last podcast and say happy summer to you all:) Enjoy! 1. 🎙️ Podcast with Tom Everson on Leadership and Safe Driving Behaviors. Engaging Communities. I was introduced to Tom Everson, founder of Keep Kids Alive Drive 25, from a previous podcast guest and I'm so grateful for the connection. Here is a little preview of the chat in case you have not listened: Inspiration from a...
2 months ago • 1 min read
May 15th, 2024 Happy Hump Day! Here is a sneak peak into what we are learning in my CL Thomas Fellowship group to encourage your own provider journey. Enjoy! 1 big thing: Love Does Love is an action word. We read Love Does by Bob Goff for this month’s fellowship reading. It’s become a classic not only in the CL Thomas Fellowship reading curriculum but I often read the children’s version to my family! The book (both the adult and children’s versions) are a collection of stories from the...
3 months ago • 1 min read