The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 4 days ago
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“Take a minute each day and listen to your inner voice. What do you hear?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Thursday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — 10 April 2025
Today’s Message is: “Hear Day!” Why Not?
“Leaders build trust by telling people what they actually need to hear. That is the truth. Bad situations don’t get better with time, so people need to hear the plan to turn something bad into a good opportunity. When you talk as a leader, what do your people hear and see?” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“If you don’t know what to do, sit still and listen. You may hear something.” — Carl Sandburg
“Allow your soul to guide you, and hear the voice of your conscience. Once you can listen to voices coming from within, you are actually getting closer to find your passion.” — Dr. Prem Jagyasi

“Listen to the silence until you hear your soul.” — Jerne J. Graj
“People may hear your words, but they feel your attitude.” — John C. Maxwell

“Great leaders speak to be heard, hear to be moved and move to make a difference..” — Steve M. Thompson
“Only those who care about you can hear you when you are quiet!” — Unknown Author

“Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see!” — Unknown Author
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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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. If you do all of the talking you will most likely will not hear an important message from the person(s) you are trying to communicate with. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://biblehub.com/topical/h/hearing_and_living.htm
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Introduction
In the biblical context, the concepts of "hearing" and "living" are deeply intertwined, reflecting the relationship between obedience to God's Word and the experience of abundant life. The Scriptures emphasize that true life is found in listening to and following the divine instructions provided by God. This entry explores the biblical understanding of hearing and living, drawing from…
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