v c B t r b Mj T m 1 i c y O w c w h c o a o Good News Wants to Know.... During your lifetime, what’s the best piece of advice you’ve ever received, and who gave it to you? It is a quote by Abraham Lincoln – “The best way to predict the future is to create it.” Mark Doyle, Chief Executive Officer, Holy Cross Health Many of us were privileged to know Bert de Vries through L2 and Bible study. As Bert battled with Lou Gehrig’s disease, he shared the following advice: “Surrender Early.” At first I thought this was not good advice for a litigator but then the real meaning hit me: surrender the situation/the problem/the difficult person to God early and trust His will to be done. William “Bill” C. Davell, Director, Tripp Scott “Nice guys finish first.” My uncle Ken gave me a book called GIVE AND TAKE by Adam Grant. It’s a great read deconstructing the really stupid and awful myth that nice guys finish last. Bob Denison, President, Denison Yachting It's a tough one for sure, but it was what my dad had to say about integrity. When I was child, my dad told me there are two types of people in this world. The type who will tell you something and you can take it to the bank, and those who will tell you something and you have to wonder if it's true. Be the person people can bank on. Brian Mudd, Program Director \ Host of The Brian Mudd Show, iHeartMedia Having been raised by a widowed mother, my grandfather was my role model. He instilled in me the value of education and relationships equally, but he said something that I have tried to live by. “It’s not always what you know. It’s who you know, but when you get the opportunity, you better know what you’re talking about!” I have tried to learn something about just about everything that interests me, because you never know when you might have the opportunity. Chip LaMarca, State Representative, Florida House District 100 When I was in high school, I was inspired by what I read on a plaque in the gift shop at Knott's Berry Farm in Los Angeles. It said, “Better to trust and be deceived than to doubt the one heart that should be believed." I've seen the positive results of trying to live this out, with only a few disappointments. Deborah Cusick, FAU Campus Volunteer, Intervarsity Christian Fellowship Not just advice, but the only truth and directives that matter: "Trust in the Lord Jesus Christ as your Savior and Lord of your life. Pray and read the Bible daily and follow God's commands." - My mom. And to that, Jesus said the most important commands are: "Love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength. The second is this: Love your neighbor as yourself. There is no commandment greater than these." --Jesus, Mark 12:30-31. Dolores King-St. George, President, King Communications and GraceNet Radio In the 80’s President Reagan said, “Trust but verify.” I have always acted on that advice. Don Campion, President, Banyan Air Service, and Team Lead, Egbe Medical Mission My oldest brother, Joaquin, before he went to be with the Lord said to me when I was facing a serious dilemma, "There is an answer to every problem you face. You just have to be patient and wait for it to come." Gracias, hermano, for that wisdom. James 5:7-8 Fidel Gomez, Assistant Pastor, Calvary Chapel Fort Lauderdale I was advised by my boss, a veterinarian, that everyone reads the same books! He talked me into trying to get into veterinary school. I practiced for 45 years and enjoyed a great career! Dr. Fred Scarbrough, Founder, Scarbrough Animal Hospital and HOPE South Florida “Everything in life comes with a price. You must pay the price.” From my football coach Bob Johnston when I was 11 years old. Gregg Wallick, President, Best Roofing From the time I was a small child, my mom’s advice, and the way she lived her life was to “love one another and forgive quickly.” Then as a young woman, the Lord confirmed her advice. The same truths we’ve taught our daughter. Blessed!!! Helen Wayner P.A., Century 21 Hansen Realty Duck! If someone offends you, be quick to forgive. By doing this, you are ducking and allowing God to take care of the other person. Jesse Carroccio, Station Manager – WRMB Moody Radio My pastor and my mom traditionally give me the best and, mind you, the same advice during significant life transitions: "Get right with God and surrender all to Him. When you live in alignment with our Creator, all else takes care of itself according to his plan for your life." Dr. Jessica Vera, President, Chief Executive Officer, Elite Foundation My mother gave me a quick word of advice before I moved to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, from Kenosha, Wisconsin, in 1982. She said, "Joey, only believe half of what you read and half of what you hear!" I thought that was strange for a sendoff, but later understood its full meaning. Also, I was taught before you speak, ask yourself these three things: Is it kind? Is it true? Is it necessary? Great advice, and I'm still working on both. Joe Vitkus, Senior Rabbi, Temple Aron HaKodesh William “Bill” C. Davell Bob Denison Brian Mudd Chip LaMarca Deborah Cusick Dolores King-St. George Wants to Know… - Mark Doyle -
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