A Collection of Posts by Ryan M. Maes...

Luck Is What Happens When Preparation Meets Opportunity"

A mighty warrior, poised with determination, with towering castle spires rising in the background, symbolizing strength and grandeur.

"Luck counts, but you can't really count on luck—because luck favors the 'lucky'."
— The God Pill

Let's consider the wisdom in this quote: "The end for which a soldier is recruited, clothed, armed, and trained, the whole object of his sleeping, eating, drinking, and marching is simply that he should fight at the right place and the right time." This sentiment deeply reflects the core of military life.

Yet it also imparts a universal message on the value of READINESS in all circumstances.

Today, men prioritize speed over thoroughness, ease over commitment, and comfort over consistency.

However, as soldiers exemplify, success hinges on PRIOR and PROPER preparation. Every aspect of their training aims not just to fight—

—but also to WIN.

"I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times."
— Bruce Lee

This level of preparation ensures that when the time comes, the soldier is not only present but EFFECTIVE.

Similarly, in our daily lives, thorough preparation makes the difference between success and failure. It equips us with the tools to face challenges, instills courage in our actions, and provides confidence in our decisions, ensuring we are READY when we show up.

The English writer Samuel Johnson said, "Competence leads to confidence, which leads to accomplishment."

Our ACCOMPLISHMENTS then demonstrate our competence, which further boosts our confidence, thus creating momentum: a VIRTUOUS CYCLE.

This positive feedback loop is no accident—

"If the ax is dull and its edge unsharpened, more strength is needed, but skill will bring success."
— Eccles. 10:10, NIV

—because "luck," after all, is the intersection of PREPARATION and OPPORTUNITY.

"The horse is made ready for the day of battle, but the victory belongs to the LORD."
— Prov. 21:31, ESV

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Get Lazer Focused!

By Ryan M. Maes

A man on a dirt road chasing two rabbits darting in opposite directions, ultimately catching neither.

If you try to chase two rabbits, you end up catching NONE. Not only will you fail to catch either, but you’ll become exhausted, frantic, and disoriented.

Men with LAZER FOCUS, who consciously DELAY GRATIFICATION, will consistently outperform and have an advantage over men who are random and scattered with their efforts, vision, and mission.

There is no higher and simpler law of strategy than keeping your FORCES concentrated, your ENERGY concentrated, and your FOCUS concentrated.

So, get clear on your mission and be ULTRA-SPECIFIC because "if you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else," and "he who fails to plan is planning to fail."

"I know all the things you do, that you are neither hot nor cold. I wish that you were one or the other! But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth!"
— Rev. 3:15-16, NLT

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"What's Love Got to Do with It?"

By Ryan M. Maes

A woman clutching her man possessively, her grip firm and intense—is it love or control?

"Love is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude. It does not demand its own way. It is not irritable, and it keeps no record of being wronged. It does not rejoice about injustice but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."
— 1 Cor. 13:4-7, NLT

You don't "fall in love" as though it "just happens."

Love is not a feeling or fleeting emotion—

—it is a SERVICEABLE ACT (James 2:17).

Love regards others as MORE IMPORTANT than oneself (Rom. 12:10).

Love asks, "How can I serve?" not "How can this person serve me?" (Phil. 2:3-4).

Love isn't just something you feel; it's something you DO (1 John 3:18).

You "feel" love when you 👉 PRACTICE IT 👈 (1 John 4:12).

Remember:

Love SUSTAINS after "conquest euphoria" fades.

For we know TRUE LOVE begins when "in love" ends. 💖

"Love is a choice and a commitment. It's not just romance and emotions. Those will come and go throughout a marriage, but it's a choice and commitment to love through the trials and sufferings that will keep a marriage together for a lifetime."
— The Transformed Wife

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Perfection Hinders Progress

By Ryan M. Maes

A man with a pained expression, gazing directly at the viewer, his face reflecting the mental anguish of perfectionism.

"Successful men act quickly and change course slowly; unsuccessful men act slowly and change course quickly."
— The God Pill

Let's consider the following: "The enemy of a good plan is the dream of a perfect plan."

I'm sure I'm not alone when I admit that I need this reminder frequently. I tend to linger, waiting for PERFECTION, when what I desperately need to do is roll up my sleeves and BEGIN.

One of the most prevalent forms of self-sabotage I observe among men striving for excellence is their reluctance to take that initial step and START. Why? Because they're holding out for that perfect plan, that ideal moment when all the stars align.

EXCUSES!

The illusion of a perfect plan is just that: an ILLUSION.

Even high-virtue, accomplished, top-shelf men find themselves ensnared by this trap, afraid to be OUTSHINED by their past successes when, in reality, a good plan executed TODAY is better than a perfect plan executed tomorrow.

Remember, speed of implementation is your ally: "It is even better to act quickly and err than to hesitate until the time of action is past."

Often, the biggest hurdle is simply GETTING STARTED.

"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil."
— Eph. 5:15-16, ESV

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Focus Is Power

By Ryan M. Maes

A small group of military men standing together in uniform, exuding discipline, camaraderie, and vigilance.

Here's a quote: "Pursue one great decisive aim with force and determination."

Here's another, which relates: "There is no higher and simpler law of strategy than that of keeping one's forces concentrated."

One of the biggest challenges for men in the modern age is DISTRACTION. It involves chasing too many wants and aspirations, namely sex, drugs, and "rock 'n' roll."

But if you try to chase two rabbits, you end up catching NONE. Not only will you fail to catch either, but you’ll become exhausted, frantic, and disoriented.

Men with LAZER FOCUS, who consciously DELAY GRATIFICATION, will consistently outperform and have an advantage over men who are random and scattered with their efforts, vision, and mission.

There is no higher and simpler law of strategy than keeping your FORCES concentrated, your ENERGY concentrated, and your FOCUS concentrated.

"I know all the things you do, that you are neither hot nor cold. I wish that you were one or the other! But since you are like lukewarm water, neither hot nor cold, I will spit you out of my mouth!"
— Rev. 3:15-16, NLT

One of the most quoted lines from Bruce Lee is, "I fear not the man who has practiced 10,000 kicks once, but I fear the man who has practiced one kick 10,000 times." This quote emphasizes the importance of EXTREME FOCUS and a high level of PROFICIENCY.

So, I ask you: What is your clear vision for yourself? What is your "great decisive aim" as a man?

"Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others."
— Jonathan Swift

If you pursue ten different outcomes over ten different days, with ten different energy levels, and from ten different vantage points, people won't know what you're about; they won't know what you stand for. And women won't trust you because you're INCONGRUENT and all over the place.

It would be similar to conducting an active military campaign with your forces divided and scattered across enemy lines so that your soldiers are overwhelmed and isolated instead of FOCUSED and CONCENTRATED.

Again, I ask you: What do you want to be known for? What do you want to achieve? What does winning look like? How do you want to be remembered? Is winning ultimately just success with women, or is it MORE?

Do you want to conquer your past (Ps. 103:12)? Burn belly fat (1 Cor. 6:19-20)? Be more assertive (Prov. 28:1)? Gain confidence and respect (Heb. 4:16; Eph. 5:33)? Strengthen your walk with the Lord (Mic. 6:8)? Build generational wealth for you and your descendants (Prov. 13:22)? Or find a good wife more precious than rubies (Prov. 18:22; Prov. 31:10)?

"Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes."
— Carl Jung

Get clear on your vision and be ULTRA-SPECIFIC because "if you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else," and "he who fails to plan is planning to fail."

Where do you want to be in three years, five years, or ten years? By defining that, you can align your course with your CONVICTIONS and your determination with DEDICATION.

"Most people overestimate what they can accomplish in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in a decade!"
— Tony Robbins

Remember: Focus is POWER—so "pursue one great decisive aim with force and determination."

This is a WAR ON MASCULINITY, and that's nothing to sneeze at.

"Let your eyes look directly forward, and your gaze be straight before you. Ponder the path of your feet; then all your ways will be sure. Do not swerve to the right or to the left; turn your foot away from evil... Commit your work to the Lord, and your plans will be established."
— Prov. 4:25-27; 16:3, ESV

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"Rejoice in Hope, Be Patient in Tribulation, Be Constant in Prayer"

By Ryan M. Maes

A mystical cavern with stalactites hanging from the ceiling and a beam of light cutting through the darkness, creating an atmosphere of wonder and possibility.

"And he said, Go forth, and stand upon the mount before the LORD. And, behold, the LORD passed by, and a great and strong wind rent the mountains, and brake in pieces the rocks before the LORD; but the LORD was not in the wind: and after the wind an earthquake; but the LORD was not in the earthquake: and after the earthquake a fire; but the LORD was not in the fire: and after the fire a still small voice. And it was so, when Elijah heard it, that he wrapped his face in his mantle, and went out, and stood in the entering in of the cave. And, behold, there came a voice unto him, and said, What doest thou here, Elijah?"
— 1 Kings 19:11-13, KJV

"Two qualities are indispensable: first, an intellect that, even in the darkest hour, retains some glimmerings of the inner light which leads to truth; and second, the courage to follow this faint light wherever it may lead."

This profound truth underscores the essence of HOPE and its TRANSFORMATIVE power in our lives.

The first quality mentioned speaks to the resilience of the human spirit. Even in our DARKEST HOUR, there's a part of our intellect—a glimmer, a spark—that refuses to be extinguished. This spark embodies HOPE, reminding us that there's always a way out, an unseen solution, or a new perspective waiting to be discovered.

The second quality emphasizes the COURAGE required to chase that glimmer of hope. Recognizing the light is one thing, but boldly following it, especially when the path is unclear, requires immense BRAVERY.

Pursuing hope demands venturing into the unknown, taking risks, and conquering both CONSCIOUS and SUBCONSCIOUS fears. Yet this journey—fueled by the very hope we pursue—leads to profound TRUTHS and DISCOVERIES about ourselves, the world, and God’s plan for us.

Romans 15:13 says, "May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him."

This trust—this hope—isn't just a fleeting emotion; it's our guiding light. It provides the clarity to see the truth and the courage to pursue it—even in the face of insurmountable odds—for the PURPOSE and PROMISE of a better tomorrow.

"Without faith it is impossible to please him, for whoever would draw near to God must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who seek him. For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience."
— Heb. 11:6; Rom. 8:24-25, ESV

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Get Clear on Your Vision!

By Ryan M. Maes

A man gazing at a surreal pillar of light shooting up from the horizon, bathing the surroundings in a mysterious glow.

"Vision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others."
— Jonathan Swift

What is your goal, your outcome, your driving force, your MISSION?

What is your "great decisive aim" as a man?

Do you even know what you want?

"Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes."
— Carl Jung

Get clear on your vision and be ULTRA-SPECIFIC because "if you don’t know where you’re going, you’ll end up someplace else," and "he who fails to plan is planning to fail."

Where do you want to be in three years, five years, or ten years? By defining that, you can align your course with your CONVICTIONS and your determination with DEDICATION.

"Most people overestimate what they can accomplish in a year and underestimate what they can achieve in a decade!"
— Tony Robbins

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Sovereignty and Salvation: Decoding Divine Intent

By Ryan M. Maes

A depiction of Christ as a king with radiant golden rays of light emanating from behind him, wearing simple robes and a crown, exuding majesty and divine authority.

"1 Timothy 2:3-4 says that God desires all men to be saved. Yet, not all men are saved. Does that mean 1) God will not do what He wants to do, or 2) that God cannot do what He wants to do? It has to be one of these two options, right? How do you square this?"
— Anonymous

This apparent contradiction raises deep questions about God's will and omnipotence, and presents a theological question that has long been a subject of debate among scholars and theologians, touching on the nature of God, human freedom, sin, and redemption.

Below are five possible explanations, though different doctrinal stances and traditions may emphasize different aspects of this complex issue.

Prayerfully consider the following:

Free Will and Human Agency: One common explanation is the coexistence of free will and divine sovereignty. This perspective holds that God's desire for all to be saved is genuine, yet He allows humans to exercise free will. According to this view, the fact that not all are saved is due to some individuals choosing to reject God's offer of salvation, not a limitation of God's power or willingness to save.
Two Aspects of God's Will: Another possible approach suggests that there are different types of "wills" in God—His prescriptive will (what God commands us to do, such as His moral laws) and His decretive will (what God decrees, or what will ultimately happen). In this case, God's desire for all to be saved could be understood as His prescriptive will, while the reality that not all are saved aligns with His decretive will.
The Mystery of God's Plan: Some suggest that the tension between God's desire for all to be saved and the reality of some not being saved is a mystery beyond human understanding. This approach acknowledges the limitations of human comprehension regarding the complexities of divine justice and salvation.
Different Understandings of 'All': There are interpretations where 'all' in "God desires all men to be saved" is understood in a specific sense, such as all types of people or all those who believe, rather than every individual without exception.
God's Justice and Mercy: Another interpretation considers God's justice and mercy. While God desires all to be saved, He is also just and righteous. The reality of not all being saved is then seen as a reflection of God's just nature in response to human sin and rejection of His grace.

"For who hath known the mind of the Lord? or who hath been his counseller? For as the heavens are higher than the earth, so are [His] ways higher than your ways, and [His] thoughts than your thoughts."
— Rom. 11:34; Isa. 55:9, KJV

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