Strain, A Fatal Flaw (Business Devo)

ReferenceMark 4:45-52We all tend to "strain" in life - pushing uphill against God's principles. By properly aligning our mission and work, we unleash supernatural power to operate in rest and abundance rather than straining ourselves to exhaustion.SummaryIn this episode we discuss a Bible story where Jesus walks on water. We focus on the disciples who were "straining at rowing" against the wind before Jesus arrived.We equate straining to working extremely hard while filled with worry, fear and doubt - inevitably leading to exhaustion. This usually happens when we operate from a mindset of lack rather than abundance.We realize straining equates to working against God's supernatural principles and "laws that govern the universe." However, when we align our mission and efforts with these laws, we unleash supernatural power and can achieve amazing things from a state of rest.We are reminded that achieving true clarity around our God-given life purpose and mission is crucial. This alignment allows us to see the miracles and wins God provides when we relinquish straining and tap into His supernatural power.Top 3 Growth Tips[05:23] Straining leads to exhaustion - Straining comes from working overtime in a state of worry, fear and lack rather than belief and abundance.[08:44] Aligning with God's laws allows supernatural achievement - Hard things become easier when our efforts align with God's supernatural principles.[17:12] Don't let your heart be hardened to the miracles - Be sensitive to the big and small miracles God provides when properly aligned.For more tips, discussion, and behind the scenes:Follow us on Instagram @GrowtimeShowWatch us on YouTubeAbout Ken Ott:Kenneth Ott is an owner of multiple businesses, entrepreneur, husband, father, and Christian leader. Ken is the co-Founder of Metacake, an Ecommerce Growth Team and Dough Capital. Ken is an author, speaker, and business coach. To connect or learn more, visit: KenOtt.comKen on LinkedInKen on Twitter/XKen on InstagramKen on FacebookMetacake - An Ecommerce Growth TeamDough - We own amazing DTC brandsShow Highlights[00:52] Jesus feeds 5000 men plus women & children in previous story[01:34] Jesus sends us away; we get "stuck at sea"[02:23] Jesus sees us "straining at rowing against the wind"[05:23] Straining leads to exhaustion; Comes from lack mentality[08:44] Aligning with God's laws allows supernatural achievement[10:33] Pursuing mission clarity allows things to flow better[12:12] Operating from "nothing missing" mindset is powerful[13:55] Jesus walking on water surprises stuck disciples[15:44] We had "hardened hearts" missing the miracle[17:12] We must not let our hearts be hardened to the miracles[19:13] Miracle highlight reel fuels future belief and expectations