Day 28 of the 7-40 ChallengeWednesday, January 28, 2026 "Let us not grow weary of doing good, for at the right time we will reap a harvest, if we do not give up."— Galatians 6:9 Yesterday, I wrote about the rules that make excellence possible. I laid out my seven daily habits—the clear structure that … Continue reading Do Not Grow Weary: Day 28 and the Setback That Won’t Stop Me
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Thank You Campaign: The Mentor Who Saw What I Couldn’t See
Today is Day 25 of the 7-40 Challenge—Sunday, January 25th, 2026. I've marked out every Sunday this year as my day to express gratitude for someone or something specific. I call it the Thank You Campaign. I truly believe that gratitude—keeping a grateful heart—is one of the things that leads to personal happiness, fulfillment, and … Continue reading Thank You Campaign: The Mentor Who Saw What I Couldn’t See
Day 12: More Than Just Checking Boxes (Why This Challenge Is Emotional)
I'm in the Emotional chapter of "Made to Stick" this morning, and something caught my attention. The Heath brothers tell a story about a soldier cook. He had retired, but when offered an opportunity to cook for soldiers in Iraq, he jumped at the post. When asked about his job, he didn't say "I prepare … Continue reading Day 12: More Than Just Checking Boxes (Why This Challenge Is Emotional)
Gratitude Sunday: My Mom and George Bailey
One of my favorite Christmas movies is It’s a Wonderful Life. When I was younger, I liked it because an angel comes down and helps a guy get through a hard time. You get to see his whole story unfold and figure out who he really is. I didn’t see the deep significance as a … Continue reading Gratitude Sunday: My Mom and George Bailey
Why Gratitude Is Habit #7 in My 7-40 Challenge: Three Gifts That Changed Everything
When I designed the 7-40 Challenge—seven daily habits practiced for 40 days, repeated throughout 2026—I had to make hard choices. Only seven habits. Not eight. Not ten. Seven. Bible study made the list. So did exercise, calorie tracking, water intake, reading, and creative work. But the seventh spot? That one is special to me. I … Continue reading Why Gratitude Is Habit #7 in My 7-40 Challenge: Three Gifts That Changed Everything
