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Bob Jones

Happily married to Jocelyn for 44 years. We have two adult sons, Cory and his wife Lynsey and their son Vincent and daughter Jayda; Jean Marc and his wife Angie and their three daughters, Quinn, Lena and Annora. I love inspiring people through communicating, blogging, and coaching. I enjoy writing, running, and reading. I'm a fan of the Double E, Bruins, Celtics, Red Sox and Pats. Follow me on Twitter @bobjones49ers

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19 Quotes About Money You Can Take To The Bank

The following quotes about money will open up a richer view of your finances and future. 1. Golden Money Rules i. Give 10%. The first 10% of income is to be given back to God. Don’t mess with this priority. ii. Save 10%. The next 10% is saved for your future. RRSP’s or TFSA’s. iii. Put aside 3 months emergency funds. iv. Don’t go into debt. If you must go into debt, pay it down as soon as you can. v. Delay gratification. Say “no” to impulse spending. Wait 48 hours before buying something of value. Save to buy. vi. Save when the saving is good. Wealth flows from savings, not income. When an unexpected windfall occurs, its important to…
Bob Jones
March 16, 2014
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13 Quotes From One of the 20th Century’s Greatest Heroes

Dietrich Bonhoeffer was one of the most famous theologians and martyrs of the 20th century (February 4, 1906 - April 9, 1945). He was a German writer, a musician, and a pastor. He courageously stood against Adolf Hitler and the Nazi party. His beliefs and convictions ultimately cost him his life in a Nazi concentration camp. Bonhoeffer's life and writings influenced my life as young believer. For over 40 years Bonhoeffer's statement, "When Christ calls a man, He bids him come and die" has been like a familiar tune played over and over in my spirit. In a year of COURAGE, let these 13 Bonhoeffer quotes inspire you to live a courageous faith and become a 21st century hero. The…
Bob Jones
March 9, 2014
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THE IMAGE OF JESUS TODAY

“Ecce Homo” ("Behold the Man") was a prized Spanish fresco — for over a century - the pride of the Sanctuary of Mercy Church in Borja, near Zaragoza. The condition of the painting was gradually deteriorating. Can The Man Be Saved? A concerned, eighty year-old congregant was distraught over its worsening condition. She decided to take matters into her own hands and attempted to restore the painting. What was left looks like a child’s finger painting. Art historians are now discussing if the painting can be saved. The Image of Jesus The story reminds me of well intentioned academics who alter the image of Jesus in an attempt to fit a value system they feel will help people see Jesus…
Bob Jones
March 4, 2014
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16 Quotes From the Greatest on How to Be Great

 Want to lead a great life? Jesus convinced me that service is the path to greatness.   16 Quotes from the greatest on how to be great: 1. "Whoever wants to become great among you, must become your servant." Jesus   2. "Greatness is not a function of circumstance. Greatness, it turns out, is largely a matter of conscious choice and discipline." Jim Collins   3. "Everybody can become great because anybody can serve." Dr. Martin Luther King   4. "Whoever renders service to many puts himself in line for greatness - great wealth, great return, great satisfaction, great reputation, and great joy." Jim Rohn   5. “Whatever we plant in our subconscious mind and nourish with repetition and emotion…
Bob Jones
March 2, 2014
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Why Falling Only Makes Us Stronger

Overcoming falls and setbacks enroute to success is the stuff of Olympic champions. Coupling that with the influence of a mom on the journey is the stuff of life. Moms and success is why P & G produced their 2014 Olympic ad, "Thank You Mom." Its already had over 20 million views on YouTube. Each time I've watched the video I can't help but think of how moms have shaped champions through their everyday interactions with their children. In the moment, kids have no way of appreciating the way a mom can allow pain or even bring pain for their greater good. The message makes me think of how God has interacted with my life. (Skip to the video below…
Bob Jones
February 25, 2014
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The Secret to Genuine Happiness

Hugh Hewitt wrote his legacy book, "The Happiest Life," to bless his children and their children with wisdom for discovering genuine happiness. I thoroughly enjoyed reading Hewitt’s anecdotes from his broad experience as a lawyer, teacher, broadcaster and journalist. His connections with the who’s who of Hollywood, pro sports, and politics provide rare insights for what creates genuine happiness. Hewitt’s premise: a happy life involves seven gifts and seven givers. Life's 7 Gifts: 1. Encouragement – Its what you say to a friend or stranger that would “redeem a hard day or make a good one ever better.” 2. Energy – “A player of any game at any time who doesn’t bring his or her energy with them is an…
Bob Jones
February 23, 2014
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SAY GOODBYE TO THE BLUES AND LIGHTEN UP

The older we get it seems the less we laugh. On average kids laugh three hundred times a day and adults...five. Have you laughed today? Laughter is like medicine. Doctors call it "inner jogging." He who laughs, lasts. 8 Ways To See The Lighter Side Of Life And Lighten Up 1. Surround yourself with reminders to lighten up. My office is dominated by a serious Coca Cola collection. On my desk is a turtle made out of Coke caps from Burundi, a football-shaped coconut from Hawaii and a praying TY bear named “Hope” given to me by my Daddy/Daughter Ball dance partner, Robynn. 2. Take yourself less seriously. I’m serious about my role as a pastor, but I don’t take…
Bob Jones
February 19, 2014
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HOW TO KEEP YOUR EDGE IN THE DAILY GRIND

Life will dull your "edge" - that's why it's called "the daily grind." Activities that once felt like a "knife through butter" can feel like cutting steel with a piece of wood. You've lost your edge. How To Keep Your Edge There is an ancient proverb that says, "As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another." To keep your edge you need to be with people who have an edge. For almost a decade I've been a part of a small group of women and men who are committed to personal development. We meet every week. Our group is made up of corporate executives, business owners, service professionals, financial consultants, and entrepreneurs. Each of us have gone through career…
Bob Jones
February 16, 2014
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THE SECRET INGREDIENT THAT CHANGES THE WORLD

At one time I believed that money, education and certainly love, could change the world. Now don't get me wrong, love and money are certainly important, but without hope, even love and money aren't enough. Hope convinces you that tomorrow will be better than today. When you give a child hope, you can change the world. Orphans in Zimbabwe My wife, Jocelyn and I traveled to Harare, Zimbabwe in March, 2003 to see the “Village of Hope” - a fledgling response to the HIV/AIDS crisis. The Village was just a few months old - two buildings on a rural parcel of land. We met the first person being cared for at the Village of Hope. Her name was "Precious" -…
Bob Jones
February 16, 2014
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11 Reasons Why Down is The Way Up

“Down” is a word usually reserved for losers and the bear market. “Down” is a word that colors whatever it touches… downfall, downcast, downhill, downhearted, down and out. Down, as the way up, is counter intuitive and counter cultural. Enter - Gilmore Junio. On February 11th, 2014 no one besides his family, coaches and teammates were familiar with his name. On February 12th, 2014 most Canadians knew who he was. Junio, a Canadian Olympic athlete, qualified for the finals in the Men’s 1000-metre speed skating event. He had trained and dreamed of this opportunity for over four years. He gave it up so a teammate, Denny Morrison, could get an opportunity to compete. Why? Because he believed it was in…
Bob Jones
February 12, 2014