$405,802.97

Life — Chris on June 16, 2008 at 8:19 am

Blown away by this moment at Crosspointe. The capacity for a community to pull together, give above and beyond, and make a difference that will affect generations to come. This is something amazing to be a part of. Six days, $405,802.97, and a place that will be forever changed. A huge thanks to God, Jonathan’s obedience to listen and ask, and to every person who stepped up and sacrificed.

Focused Impact

Thoughts, Life — Chris on June 1, 2008 at 5:56 pm

I think it’s important to focus your time and resources in such a way that you can make the biggest impact/difference. Each of us has our strengths and weaknesses across all activities of life. Perhaps as a developer/designer, it means managing 2 projects at a time instead of 4; As a manager, 3 employees at a time instead of 6; Read 1 book at a time instead of 4. Support 2 causes/charities at a time instead of 8. Participate in 1 sport at a time instead of 2. It’s our willingness to know our limits and embrace them; targeting our focuses to meet with the greatest impact, instead of with frustration. I never like the idea of being spread thin. It pulls us away from what matters most to us in life. We can all take a look at this within our own life and re-evaluate from time to time. I’m willing to bet it will make you smile a little more when you know you are making a difference.

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