Performance Peace

Sometimes, you know you got it, but don’t feel like it. Don’t worry; He’ll help our unbelief. Mark 9:14 - 29 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Exodus 35:30 - 1. God gives the gifts He wants and needs, for when He wants and needs, and for where He wants and needs. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Ephesians 1:3 - 19 Reminds us of the reality that in Christ, we have already been given all we need. Not only that but we have been given more than we realize. The question is, do we take time to recognize and own that reality? You got it. It is a way to call out the giftedness in that moment. That you have what is needed for the occasion, so use it, uncaring of what you may lose or gain because y...

Being thankful for the small things creates an attitude of gratitude and a whole soul because it’s all small and gives you so many things to be grateful for instead of waiting on and hoping for the big stuff. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

We only have the small things. The big things fade, but the small memories and skills last forever. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Luke 16:10 - 11, Matthew 25:21, 23. Little leads to big. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Thinking and focusing small can protect us from and provide a plan for when we might be starting or spiraling. Focus on the one crucial thing in your control to get back on track or stay on track. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Focusing on the small things that you control creates your own personal parable of Trust God, work hard. Practice what you preach and focus on the small things in your control. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Jesus started with 12 to change the world. Small to big. Like a mustard seed and the Kingdom, it starts small and grows. Starting small takes faith. What can you start small with today? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Thank God it’s Friday. Stewards are thankful for the award and rewards, but more importantly, they’re grateful to have been entrusted by God and to experience Him through their performance. Take time today to thank God. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Matthew 5: 14-16. Awards and rewards aren’t bad. We steward those to glorify God through our process and earning. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

John 5:44. Who’s praise are you performing for? Accepting man’s praise leaves no room for God’s praise. Seek and receive His praise first. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Matthew 6:33. What are you seeking? Seek God in how you do what you do; the rest will be added to you. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Daniel 5:1-17. Stewards may not get all the prizes, but they get the peace, which drives the ability to grow without pressure. Awards and rewards fade, but stewards receive their joy from the act alone. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

We are thankful that we have a God who not only allows us to be honest but also encourages it and allows our relationship to grow through it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Jon 8:32. The truth will set you free because you are allowed to be honest and not run from realities you may not like. The truth will set you free if. If you let it. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Psalm 22. A bunch of Psalms! God already knows, but you need to know He is still with you and for you even when you’re frustrated and questioning. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

James 1:22. Self-deception is the most accessible and most dangerous form of deception to fall into. It also makes all other deception ten times easier. Be honest with yourself, which will help others be honest with you and for you to discern when they’re not. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.co...

You need to be honest. Honest with yourself and honest with God. No actual growth will happen apart from that. Honesty allows you to view yourself clearly without judging yourself or your performance. It will enable people to be honest with you to help you grow. Honesty allows you freedom because you know God knows the real you, how you feel about everything happening, and is still right there wit...

Thank God, it’s Friday. What are you thankful for? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Try a morning ritual to get yourself in the right place and remind yourself of your why. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Mark 7:6 - 8. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

Matthew 15: 8 - 9. Keep the depth of rituals and don’t allow them to become just routines that don’t mean anything. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com

What do you all think? Is there a difference between rituals and routines? I believe that rituals are routines with purpose, connected to a deeper meaning, that slow us down and remind us of not only what we’re doing but also why we’re doing it. My main aim is for us to use our performance as a ritual in itself, a way to connect with and enjoy God. What do you think? Is there a difference between...

Philippians 1:6. God will finish what He starts in and through us. He will see us on to the end. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit kwash.substack.com