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Ronald Ross B.A., M.Div, D.Th
Ronald Ross Quick Facts
Main Areas: Motivation, Inspiration, MarriageBest Sellers: Confidence When You Need it the Most
Career Focus: Author, Speaker
Affiliation: Powerful Seniors, Tidbits Media, Inc. HandShake Publishing, Heartfelt Marriage
dddd In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s, I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind.
The column (and this blog you are now reading) is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog, I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life.
I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based.I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us.
In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind.
The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life.
I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based.
For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly:
My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months.
Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject.
As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.)
Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions.
But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was.
And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end.
That is why I write “You’re Something Special.”
I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life.
Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min.
Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for.
Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross
Twitter: @ronalddross
You and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us.
In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind.
The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life.
I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based.
For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly:
My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months.
Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject.
As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.)
Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions.
But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was.
And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end.
That is why I write “You’re Something Special.”
I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life.
Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min.
Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for.
Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild.
Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross
Twitter: @ronalddross
In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossagadfasdfYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossYou and I are allowed to spend a limited time on this little blue planet; therefore, I believe we should do everything we can to squeeze the most life out of each day God gives us. In pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddrossIn pursuit of that yearning, back in the 1990s I started writing a weekly newspaper column designed to help the discouraged, distracted and disillusioned discover and develop real meaning and purpose in life. I continue to read, research, and write with the same goal in mind. The column is called “You’re Something Special.” It is published in several papers and read by thousands every week. On the blog I often post additional articles and thoughts that I hope will help you get the most out of your life. I grew up in a parsonage, have been a missionary, pastor, author, publisher and more. My viewpoints are unapologetically Christian based. For those who want to know more – here is some personal stuff about yours truly: My wife of over 51-years and I have been on a variety of adventures – from being missionaries in Zambia for 7-years to house sitting on an elegant estate in Point Loma (San Diego) California for 9 months. Though I barely graduated from High School in 1961, I fell in love with education and have three earned degrees. But mostly I love to self-educate. I read voraciously, have been to uncountable seminars and training sessions, and I love to join discussion groups on almost any subject. As the years go by, I have never stopped learning. It is clear to me that the more you know; the more you know you don’t know. (I think it was Aristotle who first said that.) Besides a variety of interesting adventures over the years, I have also endured a few not-so-significant achievements, many of which I have subjugated to the land of forgotten screw-ups. I have been fired from jobs, missed some great opportunities, made bad investments, and started businesses that failed. I have also disappointed friends and loved ones with unwise words, foolish ventures, and dim-witted decisions. But through it all I knew one thing, I was here for a reason and by golly I was going to fulfill my destiny. It did not matter to me how far I would cropped jacket Smallhave to travel, how many books I would have to read, classes I would have to take, or how many mistakes I would have to make. I had a mission to accomplish, even if at times I didn’t know what that mission was. And the pilgrimage continues; I’m still striving toward that end. That is why I write “You’re Something Special.” I write it for you … and for me … to help us both on our quest for meaning and purpose in life. Ron Ross, B.A., M.Div., D.Min. Do you need a keynote speaker for an event? Maybe I’m the guy you are looking for. Dr. Ross lives in Loveland, Colorado with his wife of over 50 years. They have three children, four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Facebook: Facebook.com/ron.ross Twitter: @ronalddross
Favorite Quotes & Thoughts from Ronald Ross
Why are so many, so content to live lives of quiet desperation? I would suggest a couple of reasons.
First of all, most people do not actively seek meaning in life. They are content simply to let life happen to them, rather than take the effort to make something meaningful out of each day, or week, or month. Significance comes only to those who seek it, and to seek meaning takes great effort.
Second, most people are self-centered and interested only in satisfying their own personal wants and needsj. That's how they miss ciscovering their own personal usefulness. They think the world owes them a living. They want to be served rahter than to serve, and are content being takers rather than givers, or spectators rather than participants.
But not you! You want more from life. You want to fulfill your destiny, and to do so with confidence. You want to be that someone special you know God has created you to be.
Getting Started With Ronald Ross
You need PERSERVING POWER to succeed.
Your perseverance power is divinlely infused into your soul.
You have already persevered in many areas of your life, and you can build on that perseverance power and move to the next level.
You will want to quit, and that is normal, but you don't have to. Perseverance builds character -- so those who persevere come out better, stronger,happier, and more resilient than those who too quickly surrender.
