Comments on: Saturday February 3, 2024: I am the most humble person I know

By: Cath

Cath — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 16:01:40 +0000

Thanks John. I have taken a screen shot of the ten tips to read over them again and do my best to follow them.

By: Peggy

Peggy — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 15:49:40 +0000

For me, this is the best ever you’ve written!
Written with humility…
Thank you

By: Skip

Skip — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 15:33:13 +0000

John, not to shabby of a reflection.
I think I understand “needs” of others but what about the “wants” and how to differentiate between the two?
Teenagers want to stay up late at night and sleep half the morning aweed? A teenager wants a car but is not willing to work for it.
Many people’s wants outweigh their needs.
Kids, teens, and many grown-ups have many “Wants” but what they want is not nessarly a need.
I appreciate your time and effort you put into your reflections.
I remember when you were wet behind the ears writing at ACM.
You rank up there with Joe and Steven.

By: Sandi

Sandi — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 14:41:51 +0000

Dr. John, thank you for the gift you give us each Saturday. I appreciate the way you share your life experiences mixed with education and humor. It’s human nature to want to be recognized for our talents. I guess the key is to share those talents and gifts without expectations of praise but rather given for the good of others.

JME, prays for you as you follow the will of the Holy Spirit. 🙏

By: Lizzie

Lizzie — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 14:07:53 +0000

Another one out of the ball park Dr. John. I really enjoyed the 10 tips. I mirror Jen in my response to not give you an ego, however one of the things I admire is you stand firm. I appreciate it as it takes courage. I’m at a point in my life and career as a health care professional : “What now?” As I head unto the 4th quarter of my life. Not ready to retire, but am getting tired of the selfish corporate rat race I am in. I yearn to return to service of patients but financially, its not feasible right now. I pray for wisdom!!!

By: Cecilia

Cecilia — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 14:03:57 +0000

John I always enjoy your Saturday writing. What I hear is a person (you) using your God given gift of teaching and passing it on to us. Thank you! I believe humility not only is being a gracious giver but also a gracious receiver.

JME God bless you on your call from the Holy Spirit🙌✝️

May we all continue on this life journey giving and receiving as God intends. We are sheep in need of our Shepherd.

By: Jme

Jme — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 13:45:37 +0000

“True humility is not downgrading yourself, but is instead putting the needs of others before your own needs”. I think we can safely say you have a special gift when it comes to writing these reflections (I love how you bring history to life). I’ve seen no symptoms indicating a need for rhinoplasty 😆. I encountered another type of needed humility this week. God put an idea into my head (which I definitely don’t want to do) and I more or less replied no because I didn’t have the skills. The Holy Spirit then whispered “are you so prideful regarding your ignorance in this area that you believe even God won’t give you the skills/show you the way?”. I still don’t want to do it but I’m now open to where God is leading me in this adventure.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Sat, 03 Feb 2024 13:11:55 +0000

I am going to save this reflection! You are a very gifted writer/teacher. Thank you and may God continue to bless you 🙏🏾.