The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
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“Prioritize your goals and put in the effort to achieve them. Effort equals results!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 6 April 2025
Today’s Message is: “Effort Day!” Why Not?
“It takes an enormous effort and commitment to become the best of the best in leadership. Effort is an endless process of refining your skills, maintaining a positive attitude, and igniting the effort in others. Are you willing to put in the hard effort to be an effective leader?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)
More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Effort is your silent promise to yourself. It’s not about getting it right every time — it’s about showing up, even when it would be easier not to.” — Unknown Author
“It’s not about perfect. It’s about effort. And when you bring effort every single day, that’s where transformation happens. That’s how change occurs.” — Jillian Michaels
“Make every effort matter, and always make the following effort better than the last one.” — Nermann J. Steinherr
“A little more persistence, a little more effort, and what seemed hopeless failure may turn to glorious success.” — Unknown Author
“The two things in life you are in total control over are your attitude and your effort.” — Billy Cox
“Effort is one of those things that gives meaning to life. Effort means you care about something, that something is important to you and you are willing to work for it.” — Carol S. Dweck
“Notice the people who make an effort to stay in our life.” — Unknown Author
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. Our eternal life is determined by the Grace of our Creator God, not of our efforts. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://biblehub.com/topical/e/effort.htm
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Topical Encyclopedia
Effort, in the context of the Bible, is often associated with the diligence, labor, and perseverance required in the pursuit of spiritual growth, obedience to God's commandments, and the fulfillment of one's God-given purpose. The concept of effort is woven throughout Scripture, emphasizing the importance of human responsibility in cooperation with divine grace.
Old Testament Context
In the Old…
There isn't anything in life worth having that doesn't require some amount of effort. The key in a leadership role is to ensure that you're not spinning your wheels and that your efforts are aimed in the right direction.