Ten Rules to Live By!

12/28/2010
Ten Rules to Live By!

If I could detail 10 rules to live by that would guarantee anyone success in this life, would you implement those rules? We all have to remember that it takes a great deal of discipline to “Be Your Best.” It also takes a willingness to sacrifice; successful people in this life are willing to do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do. In other words, what are you willing to give up in claiming victory or success? There are many books written about taking steps that will lead to success. However, if we would follow the 10 rules below, I 100% guarantee a successful and rewarding life!

1.) Serve only one God!
2.) Stay completely humble in your success, no matter what it is, and always give thanks to those who support you throughout your journey the credit. The minute you think it’s ALL ABOUT YOU, the bubble that you’re surrounded by will surely burst!
3.) Respect that there is a greater power.
4.) Remember to take time to rest, think, pray.
5.) Always give honor to the ones that gave you life, your parents.
6.) Always look for the good in others no matter how hard it is, and automatically others will see the good in you.
7.) Be faithful, loving, and understanding to your spouse.
8.) Operate with honesty and Integrity.
9.) Be truthful in all that you do.
10.) Do not keep up with the Jones!

The 10 rules to live by are easily translated as the 10 commandments. I just wrote them as something a little easier to understand. You probably already recognized them as you read them. There are thousands of self help books that give the many rules or steps for this and that, but if you just start with the 10-commandments and discipline your lives right there, I believe that we will all be on the right path! As I desire happiness and peace, I will start with the 10 commandments as I continue my life’s journey to DO the right thing and to be my best. I have tried it my way, and now I know it is important to try it GOD’s way, I have no choice. I am convinced that the peace, joy and happiness will be found in making my absolute best attempt to live by GOD’s commandments. Now, for many of you that are reading this, you may say that does not make any sense, but it is right there in the word. Proverbs 3: 1-2 states "Keep my commandments: For length of days, and long life, and peace, shall they add to thee." Can you imagine your days filled with the Peace of GOD? GOD’s commandments are the road map that points out the right paths to follow in order to find supreme happiness.

This is not a lesson on the 10 commandments; it is just a plan for successful living as we go into the New Year. Why not start with the word of GOD, he says in Isaiah 55-11 “So shall my word be that goes forth out of my mouth: it shall not return to me void, but it shall accomplish that which I please, and it shall prosper in the thing whereto I sent it.”

Be Your Best!

Kevin Watson

The Greatness of Men is always motivated by a Great Woman!

The Greatness of Men is always motivated by a Great Woman!

In other words the statement is true that behind every great man is a greater woman and it takes a man that operates in humility to understand the purpose and power of women in our lives. Society teaches us that men have to be tough and in control, and also at times void of emotion. In some cases and in some situations that might be true, but in most cases it is not. I was that typical “Kappa” Alpha Male, always in charge, I lacked emotion and affection. I wanted things done that way I wanted them done, I had my own ideals, and wanted things done in that manner. I know that this is speaking to someone at this point. That attitude was wrong, I even believed that it was my wife who had all of the issues that needed to be addressed, and that she was the one who needed to change, and I had a list of all the things that she needed to change. Here is a TIP; the only person that you have the power to change is YOURSELF!

As I enjoyed success in Corporate America and began to move up the corporate ladder, the reason why I was able to enjoy success and all the accolades that come with it was because of the woman that was behind the man. I know that some of you are saying yeah right, but think about it; who takes the kids to the doctor, who stays up at night when you or the kids are sick, who is at all the soccer, basketball and football games, dance recitals. There are many more “who is the person” that I could list but just take time to reflect on the title of today’s blog. If you desire to be the BEST YOU that you can be and you want to have success at the highest levels, it might be time to treat your partner as the BEST thing that ever happened to you! As men we have allot to appreciate, and each and every day we should take the time to tell the women of our lives how much we love, adore, respect and appreciate them, and if there are desired changes that we want, we should start with the man in the mirror. If your wife wants more attention, affection, love then that is what should be done, because it will only help you to achieve greater things in life. The Greatness of men will always be inspired by a Great Woman!

Now for the women out there who might be reading this, you should be motivating your Husband, boyfriend etc. to great things by being that total support system. Take time to read Proverbs 31: 10-31. (From the Message): 10 -31 A good woman is hard to find, and worth far more than diamonds. Her husband trusts her without reserve, and never has reason to regret it. Never spiteful, she treats him generously all her life long. She shops around for the best yarns and cottons, and enjoys knitting and sewing. She's like a trading ship that sails to faraway places and brings back exotic surprises. She's up before dawn, preparing breakfast for her family and organizing her day. She looks over a field and buys it, then, with money she's put aside, plants a garden. First thing in the morning, she dresses for work, rolls up her sleeves, eager to get started. She senses the worth of her work, is in no hurry to call it quits for the day. She's skilled in the crafts of home and hearth, diligent in homemaking. She's quick to assist anyone in need, reaches out to help the poor. She doesn't worry about her family when it snows; their winter clothes are all mended and ready to wear. She makes her own clothing, and dresses in colorful linens and silks. Her husband is greatly respected when he deliberates with the city fathers. She designs gowns and sells them, brings the sweaters she knits to the dress shops. Her clothes are well-made and elegant, and she always faces tomorrow with a smile. When she speaks she has something worthwhile to say, and she always says it kindly. She keeps an eye on everyone in her household, and keeps them all busy and productive. Her children respect and bless her; her husband joins in with words of praise: "Many women have done wonderful things, but you've outclassed them all!" Charm can mislead and beauty soon fades. The woman to be admired and praised i the woman who lives in the Fear-of-God. Give her everything she deserves! Festoon her life with praises!


Be Your Best!
Kevin Watson

Introduction and Purpose of this Blog!

Be Your Best!
12/21/2010
This is a new beginning for me, a time in my life that I want to finally answer the call that GOD has placed on my life. I want to inspire men to do the right thing. I feel that there is a calling on my life only because I have been blessed so many times and ended up still taking those missteps that have lead to destruction, however, In order for you to trust me you must know who I am and where I have been.
I was born and raised in the great city of Philadelphia. I was born at 6-months gestation I probably should not have survived, from what I have been told my grandfather could hold me in his one hand, and I survived without any complications. I believe GOD had his hand upon me right out of the gate. As I reflect it seems that GOD has been with me all throughout my life, and somehow I did not always answer the bell. But remember, this BLOG will be for men particularly African American men to step up and be the KINGS that GOD has called us to be, there is always time for redemption, but the time is right now. Back to answering the bell, like I said I did not always answer the bell, the Holy Spirit always convicted me if I was going to do something wrong, and as I look back, I now understand why I made it out of the neighborhood in Philadelphia where so many of my friends may not have. It was because I probably did less wrong than most; or made every attempt to get into less trouble. The key to what I said was I did less wrong and less trouble. I did not do drugs, drink or hang on the corner because I fell in love with sports at an early age, and I was lucky enough to be at the right place at the right time at 10 years old as I joined the neighborhood football team and I believe that GOD had his hand upon me only because trouble could be found everywhere. I received good grades in school because I had a healthy fear of my mother, and I always wanted to please her, but once I got away to college it was entirely a different story, I was determined to spread my wings and have a great time, instead of me being on the 4 year plan to complete school, I was on the many year plan. I did the typical things, like joining a fraternity (Kappa Alpha Psi) I might add, and having big fun, However, I always felt the need or the call to do the right thing to be closer to GOD, but again I had one foot in the water and one foot out. It says in scripture that one cannot serve two masters; you see I was serving GOD and the World, and never will those two meet.
As I write this blog, you will get glimpses into who I am and what I am about, but most importantly to the man or woman that needs this message, my prayer is that GOD will open your eyes and you will be inspired to be your best and to give your best. My prayer is that more men will claim their wives and treat them as the Queens that they are, and claim their children and build families based on faith and Christian principles. You see I was married at a very young age and I did not know how to be a husband to a woman that turned out to be a Queen, a great mother and wife. GOD blessed up with 3 great children, but as a man in this world I was looking for greener pastures, when in fact my lawn was pretty good. It took many years of soul searching to understand exactly what I had, and my prayer is for that man that thinks there is something better outside of your marriage, STOP, HOLD TIGHT and PRAY to GOD, the mistake you are about to make, or the mistake that your making have lasting implications. To that man out there that thinks he is unhappy, you’re wrong! It is time to step up and give your best to your wife and family! Here is why, statistics show that our children have a much better chance of succeeding when they come from a 2-parent family environment, and nothing can come from a wandering husband but pain! Part of the Prayer of Jabez ( 1st Chronicles 4-10) Jabez ask that GOD would protect him from evil (sin) st cause painct from his enemies so that he would not cause pain! It could also be t so that he would not cause pain! The pain lies in the sin that once committed are the consequences of that sin which could be a broken family and the pain that is felt by a loving spouse and children. So men and women take this journey with me as I make every attempt to inspire us to grow closer to GOD and to reclaim our relationships, families and to live to be nothing less than our BEST!