Tony Dixon’s Post

🕊️ Today’s YouVersion verse of the day, Colossians 3:12, encourages us to “clothe ourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience.” It’s a timely reminder in a season where many are feeling the highs of victory or the lows of defeat. Whether you feel you "won" or "lost," what truly matters is how we treat one another. Winning and losing with grace isn’t just about magnanimity—it’s about embodying the love we’re called to show. 1 John 4:20 tells us that we can’t claim to love God if we harbor hatred toward others. It’s a challenge to love those who think differently, look differently, or believe differently. In a divided world, we have a choice: to react with sarcasm and division, or to respond with kindness and understanding. Let’s choose humility and seek to build bridges, reflecting love, empathy, and grace. Because how we treat each other is everything. No matter where you stand, let’s come together in compassion, living out these values. 🤝💛 #ChooseGrace #UnityInAction #LeadWithLove #BuildBridges

Here are 7 things we can take away from the story of Jacob and Esau and apply to our own leadership: 🌟 Embracing Humility and Leading with Love In life’s grand tapestry, the threads of purpose and destiny weave a beautiful pattern. Remember this timeless truth: “The last shall be first, and the first shall be last.” 🎨 Use Your Talents: Each of us possesses unique gifts, like colors on an artist’s palette. Whether it’s a melodious voice, a knack for numbers, or a compassionate heart, these talents are our brushes to paint a brighter world. 🙏 Be Humble: When we dedicate our gifts to others, we create a masterpiece of kindness. Humility isn’t weakness; it’s strength in service. Lift up those around you, and watch your blessings multiply. 💖 Understanding Love: True love isn’t selfish; it’s selfless. By giving away our gifts, we unlock the secret chambers of our hearts. Love flows freely when we share, care, and uplift. 🕊️ God’s Peace: In the quiet moments, find solace in the Divine. Without God, there’s no lasting peace. Let faith be your anchor, and let peace be your compass. 🕊 🗝️ Freedom to Lead: Peace leads to freedom—the freedom to inspire, to guide, and to make a difference. 🌟 Serve with Your Gifts: Your God-given talents aren’t just for you; they’re tools to lead others toward light. Serve with grace, compassion, and the knowledge that your blessings are meant to be shared. Join us on the next Leadership Live Call, every Thursday across all 4 time zones! Join as an SJLN member (it's free) and you'll have access to these calls! Link in bio. #Blessed #LeadWithLove #ServeOthers #EmbraceHumility #GodsGifts

Love God, love yourself, and love others as you love yourself.” Words that remind us of the greatest commandments and the essence of meaningful relationships—whether in faith, community, or professional life. In Matthew 22:37-39, Jesus teaches, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind… and… Love your neighbor as yourself.” This wisdom highlights a crucial truth: genuine love for others stems from a healthy relationship with God and a true understanding of our own worth. In business and in life, embracing this perspective can transform how we interact with clients, colleagues, and communities. It’s not just about transactions or objectives; it’s about valuing people, meeting them where they are, and lifting them up. Let’s be intentional in building relationships rooted in respect, compassion, and genuine care. When we love deeply, serve generously, and uplift those around us, we create lasting impact that goes beyond any deal or goal. #Leadership #Community #Faith #LoveYourNeighbor #BusinessRelationships #ServeOthers #MakeAnImpact

Jesus, the greatest leader of human history, founded the most enduring organization of all-time. Thousands of years after His ascension into heaven, the teachings and life of Jesus are still taught in churches and homes around the world. So it makes sense to me, that we sit at the feet of the Master to understand how he was able to build the “Father's business” that has thrived for Millenniums. A key trait that we observe in Jesus' disciples, in contrast to the rest of the world, was Love. The God-kind of Love. Of course I can't explain Love in one post. But we can learn from the concept. Humans are often selfish by nature. You probably care more about what you benefit from our joint friendship than what I stand to benefit. And you should. But in a world of self-centered folks, only the truly selfless are set apart for greatness. Do business with an intent to help others at every opportunity, and you'll be amazed at how far they'll go to help you. Again, being a long-term strategy, this principle may seem bitter to those who value short-term wins over long-term impact. But, Love. ‘Tis the Lord's command. Have a wonderful week ahead guys! #day20 #30daysofbranding #branding #brandidentity #visualidentity #branddesign #love

Reflect on this: "Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you who belong to Christ Jesus" (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, NLT). In our daily walk, work consumes much of our time, and our coworkers can significantly influence our day-to-day experiences. Yet, amidst deadlines and challenges, pausing to thank God for the people we work with can shift our perspective and invite His presence into our interactions. Each coworker, with their unique gifts and personalities, is a part of God's design, contributing to a more complete picture of His creation. Thanking God for them, even those who may be challenging to work with, acknowledges His sovereignty and the opportunity for growth and connection through these relationships. Today, take a moment to express gratitude for your coworkers in prayer. Seek ways to show appreciation or kindness to them. By doing so, you cultivate a spirit of thankfulness that uplifts your heart and transforms your workplace into a space of grace and encouragement. #Mindset #Leadership #Jesus #Faith #PersonalDevelopment

Choosing Him Making decisions is hard. When we attempt to make the perfect decision, we can often find ourselves stuck in indecision. And while we should always prayerfully discern our next steps according to God’s Word and His ways, sometimes we overcomplicate things. In his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul was addressing an issue about food, regarding what they should or shouldn’t eat. So Paul took some of the pressure off Christians by saying: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” ‭‭ 1 Corinthians‬ ‭10:31‬ ‭NLT‬‬ While this passage was originally about food, the principle can be applied to any area of life. Whatever choice you make, do it to glorify God. In this way, you will keep your conscience clear. Whether you’re preparing a meal or making a business deal. Whether you’re playing sports or building houses. Whether you’re leading a team or raising kids. Whether you’re crunching numbers or caring for the vulnerable.  No matter what you do—the core desire should be to love God and love others, and every decision should exemplify that love. So today, ask yourself: Does this decision honor God? Is this choice full of integrity? Can others see His character shining through my life? Will my decisions draw people closer to God, or pull them away from Him? No matter what situation we’re in, God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and His people to help us discern our next right thing. So when making decisions, let’s seek to honor God to the best of our ability, and then trust Him with our choices.

Choosing Him Making decisions is hard. When we attempt to make the perfect decision, we can often find ourselves stuck in indecision. And while we should always prayerfully discern our next steps according to God’s Word and His ways, sometimes we overcomplicate things. In his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul was addressing an issue about food, regarding what they should or shouldn’t eat. So Paul took some of the pressure off Christians by saying: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” ‭‭ 1 Corinthians‬ ‭10:31‬ ‭NLT‬‬ While this passage was originally about food, the principle can be applied to any area of life. Whatever choice you make, do it to glorify God. In this way, you will keep your conscience clear. Whether you’re preparing a meal or making a business deal. Whether you’re playing sports or building houses. Whether you’re leading a team or raising kids. Whether you’re crunching numbers or caring for the vulnerable.  No matter what you do—the core desire should be to love God and love others, and every decision should exemplify that love. So today, ask yourself: Does this decision honor God? Is this choice full of integrity? Can others see His character shining through my life? Will my decisions draw people closer to God, or pull them away from Him? No matter what situation we’re in, God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and His people to help us discern our next right thing. So when making decisions, let’s seek to honor God to the best of our ability, and then trust Him with our choices.

Choosing Him Making decisions is hard. When we attempt to make the perfect decision, we can often find ourselves stuck in indecision. And while we should always prayerfully discern our next steps according to God’s Word and His ways, sometimes we overcomplicate things. In his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul was addressing an issue about food, regarding what they should or shouldn’t eat. So Paul took some of the pressure off Christians by saying: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” ‭‭ 1 Corinthians‬ ‭10:31‬ ‭NLT‬‬ While this passage was originally about food, the principle can be applied to any area of life. Whatever choice you make, do it to glorify God. In this way, you will keep your conscience clear. Whether you’re preparing a meal or making a business deal. Whether you’re playing sports or building houses. Whether you’re leading a team or raising kids. Whether you’re crunching numbers or caring for the vulnerable.  No matter what you do—the core desire should be to love God and love others, and every decision should exemplify that love. So today, ask yourself: Does this decision honor God? Is this choice full of integrity? Can others see His character shining through my life? Will my decisions draw people closer to God, or pull them away from Him? No matter what situation we’re in, God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and His people to help us discern our next right thing. So when making decisions, let’s seek to honor God to the best of our ability, and then trust Him with our choices.

Choosing Him Making decisions is hard. When we attempt to make the perfect decision, we can often find ourselves stuck in indecision. And while we should always prayerfully discern our next steps according to God’s Word and His ways, sometimes we overcomplicate things. In his first letter to the Corinthians, the apostle Paul was addressing an issue about food, regarding what they should or shouldn’t eat. So Paul took some of the pressure off Christians by saying: “So whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God.” ‭‭ 1 Corinthians‬ ‭10:31‬ ‭NLT‬‬ While this passage was originally about food, the principle can be applied to any area of life. Whatever choice you make, do it to glorify God. In this way, you will keep your conscience clear. Whether you’re preparing a meal or making a business deal. Whether you’re playing sports or building houses. Whether you’re leading a team or raising kids. Whether you’re crunching numbers or caring for the vulnerable.  No matter what you do—the core desire should be to love God and love others, and every decision should exemplify that love. So today, ask yourself: Does this decision honor God? Is this choice full of integrity? Can others see His character shining through my life? Will my decisions draw people closer to God, or pull them away from Him? No matter what situation we’re in, God has given us His Word, His Spirit, and His people to help us discern our next right thing. So when making decisions, let’s seek to honor God to the best of our ability, and then trust Him with our choices.

Where Did Love and Acceptance Go? When did a difference in thought or opinion become a permission slip to reject instead of love, to dismantle instead of lift up, to condemn instead of embrace? We are all people in need of acceptance. We are all unique, facing battles and struggles of our own. I’m not saying every choice or every lifestyle is right in the eyes of God, but I am saying that every child of God is loved by Him. In turn, we are called to love one another as He loves us. It’s not my role to judge or condemn; my responsibility is to look at others through the eyes of the Lord. Do I see others with compassion or with judgment, with mercy or with rejection? When did we lose the beauty of each individual's uniqueness and the commitment to love humanity? Let’s choose to love, seeking to understand and care for one another, even in our differences. Reflect: How often do we allow space for others to share their experiences and beliefs without ridicule, judgment, or rejection? Can we honor our values and beliefs without hurting others—without shutting them down or silencing them? Remember, it’s love that has the power to heal and bring understanding, not condemnation or judgment. #faith&strategy #God #humanity #kindness #love #acceptance #differences #strength #true #chadmbrignac #quotes #real