Many years ago, I met a Jewish woman who with her family had escaped Nazi Germany during World War 2. Her name was Jen Egan. Her personal story involved having spent time in prison where she became a Christian.
I was doing Strongman presentations in schools and youth groups at the time. Jen Egan had started a Prison Ministry by then and asked me to go into a Youth Detention Center & speak to the boys.
It was an amazing few years trying to connect with the kids since ½ way through my time with them the guards would come though with the ‘evening meds’. Rather quickly eyes would start to glaze over & attention was a supreme struggle for them.
Thanks to my musician friends Mike Deasy & Roger Bryson for providing Spirit- filled music.
This is part of what I would share. Hope it blesses you as well.
Hear God 1
It took me 19 years to figure this out! I know, I know… ‘Better late than never’ but it worried me. Could I really be that slow? The answer is yes. The good news is that you don’t have to wait 19 years like I did… if you’ll listen now.
For you to hear from God, it’s necessary to know Him. To get to know Him, you need to hear what He’s already said. My big mistake was to quietly read what He had said. Check the following Scripture verses to more fully understand what I’m talking about: Psalms 44:1, 49:1, 78:1, Proverbs 15:31, 23:12, Matthew 11:15, 13:9, 13:16-17, 13:43, and Luke 9:44.
You need to read the Bible out loud. Quiet reading is okay but reading out loud took my spiritual life to a very high level. Make it a dramatic reading and pause to think about things that apply to your life as well as to the new wisdom you’ve gained. Many of your prayers will be answered through what you hear as you read.
Music adds an incredible dimension to your reading and hearing. It also blocks out distractions and brings you to a special place to be with God. The Lord has esteemed and gifted musicians since the beginning. No lyrics… just anointed music. My favorite tracks are called ‘a Meditation of Light’ by Mike Deasy and Roger Bryson.
The prescription is 1 chapter from the Old and 1 from the New every day. 1st thing in the morning seems to be best but I’m sure God is available whenever you are. I’ll post combinations that you can follow.
Okay, here’s the short version.
1- Get up & find a quiet place
2- play music
3- Thank God the Father, Jesus Christ the Messiah, and the Holy Spirit for everything
3- confess your sins and ask for forgiveness
4- ask God to show you what you need to see and hear what you need to hear
5- read out loud 1 chapter from the Old and 1 from the New pausing when you need to
6- think
7- bring your prayer requests to God.
31 day challenge- start in Proverbs 1 and Matthew 1, one of each everyday for 31 days in a row… guaranteed to change your life… when I see you the next time, we’ll plot your next move…
You were born for greatness-
Russell- 201.572.3887
Maria J.
Parent, Nutley NJ Public Schools
"The information and personal experiences that you share are very rich and powerful… You are an inspiration to young parents as well as tween-agers…God bless you both and keep up the beautiful work."
Dr. Rob Gilbert
Montclair State University, NJ
"Absolutely outstanding program. Every student in America should be introduced to Russell Jones. I just saw the Power Workshop assembly at a Jr. High School in Clifton, NJ. I have been to hundreds of assemblies in my life. Without a doubt, this was the best I have ever seen. The kids were mesmerized... I actually think Russell broke through and that this will be something they will never forget. I actually think that lives were changed today."
Ms. Amanda Taglia
New Hyde Park Memorial High School, NY
"I just wanted to thank you for coming in to speak & perform at our March Madness event again this year. The middle schoolers were buzzing for a week before the show because their older friends had told them what to expect. And our teachers as well as our principal love the messages woven throughout. We had a great discussion in my afternoon class about how to apply your principles. Hoping you can come see us again next year."
Vic Boff
Association of Oldetime Barbell & Strongmen
"'All The World Loves A Strongman'
On Saturday night June 22nd, 2002 at the Saddle Brook Marriot Hotel in New Jersey, Russell Jones thrilled and inspired over 250 guests at the Association of Oldetime Barbell and Strongmen Reunion by performing dynamic feats of strength.
Russell Jones is truly a genuine role model who projects, teaches and inspires while following the age-old Greek maxim- ‘A sound mind in a sound body’. Thank you for reminding us that the care of the body is a sacred responsibility, the first we accept and the last we lay down. Young and old can only benefit from his message and the way it is delivered. Sincerely, Vic Boff, President - A.O.B.S.
Vic Boff is a top authority in the world of strength and fitness. He has spent over half a century working out, and guiding others in their quest for physical excellence. He is a renowned author in the fitness field, and a highly sought after consultant, lending expertise to some of the greatest fitness innovators in history. Vic, is the former president of the world-famous Iceberg Athletic Club, and is the current president of the renowned Association of Oldetime Barbell and Strongmen."
