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Austin Gardner shares his experience with his language mentor and super good friend

Austin Gardner shares thoughts on how to be a genuine friend.

Austin Gardner shares the new World Evangelism Podcast

Austin Gardner invites you to the new World Evangelism Podcast

World Evangelism Podcast #2

First, try to be intentional in what you say and do. Think before you act, and don't let your emotions take over. It's something I've struggled with too. Life can get tough, and if we're not ready, we might end up doing stuff we regret later.  Next up, put your friendships at the top of your list. Take the time to build and care for them on purpose. When your friendships are super important to you, you'll naturally want the best for your friends, and that can help you avoid feeling bad about things later. Now, don't judge your friends every day like you're checking the stock market. See them for who they are, without jumping to quick conclusions. Everyone has off days, so don't let those get in the way of your friendships. Also, work on being the best version of yourself in each friendship. Spend time and effort on being a good friend, so you don't have regrets later. Last but not least, treat every moment with your friends like it's special. Life goes by fast, and you can't get those moments back. So, enjoy every bit of your friendships, and you won't have to look back with regret. Follow these tips, and you'll be on your way to having strong and meaningful friendships. Keep it real, and remember to be a good friend!

Your character shows when faced with doing something wrong, as many quickly give in to the temptation to compromise. This applies to politicians, preachers, and others, with some selling out for more and others settling for less.  This tendency starts in childhood. If parents don't teach children that there are consequences for doing wrong and don't hold them accountable, children might resort to doing wrong to get what they want. Tantrums might receive rewards, and parents might consider saying "no" to them as cute. Later, they say “no” to teachers, “no” to Sunday School workers, “no” to the law, and even “no” to God. This might lead to trouble. This inclination to compromise continues in youth, where some only do what’s right if it turns out well. They judge actions based on rewards or outcomes, believing that nothing is inherently right or wrong. Popularity, getting a new boyfriend, good grades—these become priorities over principles and character. Unfortunately, such individuals stand firm only until the price is high enough. They don't receive any instruction on living by principles, and their convictions waver as soon as the selling price can satisfy their desires. This tendency grows in adulthood, leading to police scandals, crooked politicians, compromising preachers, loafers, lawbreakers, and home breakers. From early childhood, it’s crucial for youth to learn about conviction, understanding that doing right is its own reward. They should be taught never to compromise for convenience or a fair price and to have a sign over their souls that says, “Not for Sale.”

What really matters is how we make the most of those 1440 minutes. Do more than one thing at a time: Listen to audio books while you're driving, working out, or doing simple tasks. Always have a way to take notes: Don't let good ideas slip away. Write them down so you don't forget. Avoid people who waste time: Stay away from those who talk a lot about nothing important. Try not to spend too much time with them. Use the early morning and late evening well: Take advantage of the quiet times in the early morning and late evening to get things done without interruptions. Work harder when you're most awake: Figure out when you're at your best and use that time to do important stuff. Use travel time wisely: Don't just sit there when you're on a bus, car, or plane. Bring a good book or find something useful to do. Plan your day in the morning or the evening before: Spend a few minutes thinking about what you want to do that day. Make a plan and stick to it. Make waiting time count: Bring something to read or do when you have to wait, like at the doctor's office. Get help when you need it: If someone else can do a job better and faster, ask for help. Focus on what you're good at. Hang out with a purpose: Don't spend time chatting for no reason. Organize your time and do things on purpose. Sleep on purpose: Decide when you'll sleep and stick to it. Too little or too much sleep can mess up how well you work. Plan time to worry: Write down what bothers you and tell yourself you'll worry about it later. This keeps you from worrying when you should be doing other things. Don't stress over small decisions: Save your energy for important stuff. Don't make a big deal out of little things. Focus on what you're doing right now: If you're ready for today, what comes next will take care of itself.