The Paradox of Power
The most common thoughts about power are closely linked to control. People feel powerful when they’re in charge or in control of others. However, real power is seen every day in ordinary people’s choices. The only power one truly has is the power to choose, power over one’s self. Choosing well will cause one to gain influence.
Influence is powerful, so choose well.
The most common thoughts about power are closely linked to control. People feel powerful when they’re in charge or in control of others. However, real power is seen every day in ordinary people’s choices. The only power one truly has is the power to choose, power over one’s self. Choosing well will cause one to gain influence.
Influence is powerful, so choose well.
Well made choices -
Those who have discovered the truth of influence & power will tell you that correct choices are often acts of humility. Acts of humility are closely related to acts of love. Think forgiveness, kindness, patience, sacrifice, integrity, loyalty, gentleness, peace, goodness…
Remind yourself:
• I have the power to forgive, to encourage
• I have the power to be kind, be gentle and be peaceable
• I have the power to show patience and forbearance
• I have the power to give of myself, to sacrifice for others
• I have the power to be honest, to be loyal and faithful
When we choose well and take action within the realm of the power we do have, we will find that our sphere of influence grows exponentially. This is the way to bring about change in the world around us; through action, choosing well, influencing others.
Others have talked about this; the Christ, our Messiah lived it.
Follow His example.
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