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The 100 degree attitude
'FERVENT IN SPIRIT.' ROMANS 12:11
Tim Dumler needed a job and he got an opportunity to go into sales. At the interview he said his goal was to become the number one employee. The company were sceptical as he had a severe sight impairment, in fact he was 'legally blind'. But, despite their misgivings, they took a chance on him. And it's a good thing they did. He came in early, worked late and within six years became their top producer. His clients loved him because when you're blind you become a great listener. His workmates loved him because of his caring, positive attitude. He said, 'It's unfortunate that I'm visually impaired but adversity made me a better person. I have a lot more than I don't have.' Tim has the 100 degree attitude!
What's the 100-degree attitude? It's this: At 99 degrees Celsius, water is scalding hot, but at 100 degrees it boils. With boiling water comes steam. And steam can power a train! One extra degree makes all the difference in life.
This is the way the Bible describes the 100 degree attitude: 'Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does' (Ephesians 6:7-8 NIV). And by the way, God promises to reward this attitude, with rewards you don't have to wait until you get to heaven to enjoy!
written by Bob Gass
'FERVENT IN SPIRIT.' ROMANS 12:11
Tim Dumler needed a job and he got an opportunity to go into sales. At the interview he said his goal was to become the number one employee. The company were sceptical as he had a severe sight impairment, in fact he was 'legally blind'. But, despite their misgivings, they took a chance on him. And it's a good thing they did. He came in early, worked late and within six years became their top producer. His clients loved him because when you're blind you become a great listener. His workmates loved him because of his caring, positive attitude. He said, 'It's unfortunate that I'm visually impaired but adversity made me a better person. I have a lot more than I don't have.' Tim has the 100 degree attitude!
What's the 100-degree attitude? It's this: At 99 degrees Celsius, water is scalding hot, but at 100 degrees it boils. With boiling water comes steam. And steam can power a train! One extra degree makes all the difference in life.
This is the way the Bible describes the 100 degree attitude: 'Serve wholeheartedly, as if you were serving the Lord, not men, because you know that the Lord will reward everyone for whatever good he does' (Ephesians 6:7-8 NIV). And by the way, God promises to reward this attitude, with rewards you don't have to wait until you get to heaven to enjoy!
written by Bob Gass
