Matt Bradner

I’m blessed to work with some of the greatest companies and organizations in the world: Desiring God, Chick-fil-A, and Campus Outreach.

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Always feeling that God is far in trials may reveal that what you called "God's presence" was just positive emotions in good circumstances.

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@TonyReinke Piper is an inspiring example of 1 Corinthians 15:10! “But by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace toward me was not in vain. On the contrary, I worked harder than any of them, though it was not I, but the grace of God that is with me.”

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God appears more committed to getting somewhere with us than getting us somewhere.
Relationship > Destination

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It’s reasonable to expect certain severe threats to never be made unilaterally— not by a single country or person.

The principle of Proportional Deliberation: the weightier the decision, the broader and deeper the counsel.

I’m curious if Trumps tweets inform our allies.

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What to do after you ask God for something? Seek after it.
“One thing have I asked of the LORD, that will I seek after…” Psalm 27:4

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When I’m at a business and a worker says “thanks Boss”, it takes all the restraint I have not to reply: “You’re welcome. And by the way, great work the last few weeks. If you’re interested in any schedule changes or a pay raise, please come see me in my office.”

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@SportsCardInv Pikachu 😂

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Marriage tip:
Don’t the waiter who takes your order but never writes anything down.

Be a student of your spouse. Take notes!

Write down what makes them smile, stresses them out, helps them relax. Capture those comments, “I wish we could…”

Spouses, never stop learning!

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He says “come” — Peter walks. (Matt 14:29)
He says “stop” — Storm calms. (Matt 8:26)
He says “go” — Demons leave. (Matt 8:32)
Come. Stop. Go.
Simple words. Undeniable authority.

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Most high-performing leaders can clearly describe what they do. Yet very few have language for who they are as leaders.
Their strengths. Their struggles.
What I’ve learned:
Name your struggles, and you can tame them.
Name your strengths, and you can aim them.

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@TonyReinke Also- head down and back to ATL today for a leadership event with some Chick-fil-A friends. Brought this guy for the plane rides.

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@TonyReinke What a fun year it was to collect. If you also collected football, the 1989 Score with the rookie headshots of Deion, Barry and Aikman were awesome!

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Warning: These kinds of friends (and colleagues) will change your life!
Those who celebrate your successes without comparing and carry your struggles without condemning.

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For great teams to soar, you need two wings: Purpose and People.
A focus on purpose celebrates what unites all of us.
A focus on people cultivates what’s unique to each of us.
But wings alone won’t make a plane fly. Each wing needs an engine. Know what they are? Most don’t.

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Leadership can be challenging. Decision-making doesn’t always have to be.
“Now John also was baptizing at Aenon near Salim, because there was plenty of water there.” John 3:23

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People with a lot going on often feel like there’s not enough to go around. I’m no time-management guru, but I’ve learned this:
Most loved ones don’t want more of your time. They want more of you in the time they get.
Presence is the great time multiplier.

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Having opinions is good—leaders should have them. Wise leaders posses convictions, yet don’t act (and speak) as though theirs are the only ones worth hearing.
“A fool takes no pleasure in understanding, but only in expressing his opinion.” (Proverbs 18:2)

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Was talking with a friend about how toxic X/Facebook comments can be. His response was gold:
“There’s freedom in accepting the world doesn’t need my thoughts on every issue—even important ones. It’s enough to have those conversations with people I know and trust.” Wise man!

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David and his mighty men return home to a village on fire and families kidnapped. Before rushing after them, he pauses to pray: “Lord, shall we pursue them?” (1 Sam 30:8)
I once asked a mentor why he even asked that?!? His response: “David refused to get ahead of God.” #LifeGoals

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An easy starting point: Identify a consistent time (weekly staff meeting, monthly company update) to start passing out game balls. The moment is simple: celebrate a moment when someone executed a part of your team’s purpose. You will feel the energy as you do!

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NFL teams don’t skip the locker room. Why do companies? After every game, coaches celebrate what they just experienced together. Because they know: Passion fuels purpose.
Memorable moments happen during the game, but the most meaningful ones after.
Leaders: Pass out game balls!