Vol. 4 Issue 23: Be empowered to do good

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The mission of Real Positive Vibes, RPV, is to help society move toward goodness, finding it within themselves by seeing it in others. RPV is a service of Church Builders Bible Training Center whose mission is to help each person discover their vision for life, find their passion, and focus their purpose. We are a Spirit-led, Christ-centered ministry that has a multi-ethnic, interdenominational, and non-traditional approach to church community to engage, equip and empower people. Find out more: bibletc.com/vision

What Can You Say Yes To?

When mentoring, I often ask people two questions. First, "What would you do if you weren't afraid?" Second, "What would you do if there were no hindrances in time, talent, and resources?" Often these questions spark deep, enthusiastic, and creative responses surrounding entrepreneurship or philanthropy that solves problems bringing about world-changing goodness.

The way people answer these questions tells me something pivotal about our world. It is not that people do not want to do good; instead, they believe they do not have the time, talent, resources, or power to do good. If that's you, read on. This positivity in practice is about getting empowered to do the world-changing good your heart desires. It begins with changing your mindset.

There are three things you need to do to change your mindset. First, discover your purpose by harnessing your natural born gifts. As yourself, "What comes easy to you that is hard for others?" Next, stir your compassion by finding what you're passionate about. Ask yourself, "What problem can my gift help solve?" Finally, ask yourself, "What can I say yes to do with what I have, no matter how seemingly small?" The size of your time, talent, and resources is not nearly as vital as using them to do good in your community. These three small changes in thinking, by enough people, can change the world we live in for the better.

You can think of doing this as making ripples. Mother Teresa said, "I alone cannot change the world, but I can cast a stone across waters to create many ripples." From her perspective, she could not do much to change the world. From the world's perspective, she was one of the most impactful spiritual leaders of our modern time. She demonstrated a level of compassion unmatched and remembered worldwide. See how perspective is everything?

In today's language, it's spreading the vibes!

So, please try it. May you find courage, overcome fear, and do good in your community, no matter how small your first act is. May it impact more people than you ever dream it could.

When you do, let us know. We would love to hear from you. We may feature your do good story in one of our future issues.

Voters Said Yes!

Thank you, voters, in the school districts of Caledonia, Comstock Park, East Grand Rapids, and others! In the Caledonia school district their bond passed by only 64 votes! To say every vote counts is emphasized here! Read about all the good these bonds will do for the kids and their schools.

Making learning ‘as local as we can’ - School News Network | A Window into Your Public Schools

In Grand Rapids, a rockstar teacher, Stephanie Nielsen, is making great strides in teaching her students about nature including gardening. She taught the class how to make cookies with dandelions! Yes, they're edible. That's one way to rid the lawn of them.

Schools are breaking barriers by establishing healthy cultures

Kentwood district is making sure the voice of its students is being heard in restorative circles. In implementing restorative practices, the district is able to help the students build a sense of community and a healthy culture of caring for one another. Read about this fascinating new program to improve students' well-being and mental health.

Cafe & Crafts All Summer Long!

Summer fun is for everyone! In this series, Cafe and Crafts, Church Builders Bible Training Center is getting crafty with string art! We have six sessions scheduled that will be a blast of a good time, each with a unique string art masterpiece you can create and hang with a sense of accomplishment to decorate your home.

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