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4forFRIDAY September 17, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG.

A Great News Source: THE MORNING BREW

I’ve been using this simple news source for a few weeks now. I greatly appreciate the simplicity of a daily email and a clean, intelligent format.

A Show that Every American Should Watch: 60 Minutes Episode from Sept. 12, 2021

I was so moved by the stories of the men and women of the FDNY as this episode of 60 Minutes so wonderfully portrayed. I promise you that you’ll love it.

An Awesome Article from The Christian Post: A Chaplain at Ground Zero

This is a well written and motivating read. I really encourage you to invest six-minutes in reading this story.

A Kitchen Gadget I Use Every Day: Cuisanart Airfryer and Convection Toaster Oven.

This is an all in one unit. It’s our toaster, oven, fryer, all in one, handy kitchen tool.

A Powerful Quote from Ronald Reagan: “Status quo, you know, is Latin for ‘the mess we’re in”

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POSITIVE TALK PODCAST

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September 10, 2021 by AChuckAllen

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Here is Your 4forFRIDAY for September 10, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG. Each week, the 4forFRIDAYoffers recommended Reads, Listens, Learnings,
and Reviews, for your enjoyment.

A Great Novel: Anxious People by Fredrik Backman

When my wife, Jenny suggested that I read this book, I thought “nope, no way.” This is not my typical read, but it is so funny, quirky, and easy that I found it complex, simple, funny, sad and any other paradox that you can come up with. An instant number-one New York Times bestseller, the new novel from the author of A Man Called Ove is a “quirky, big-hearted novel…. Wry, wise and often laugh-out-loud funny, it’s a wholly original story that delivers pure pleasure” (People).

A Sandwich Snack that is So Stinking Good: Sandwich Bros Chicken Melts Flatbread Pocket Sandwiched

We purchased these as we went out of town for Labor Day and loved them. Just one quick minute in the microwave and your family will be digging these great snacks!

An Awesome List of 100 Simple Truths

Simplicity is a gift. Not everybody can speak or write simply enough for all to understand. When I read through this simple list of 100 simple truths, I was amazed at how many of them sparked something within me.

A TravelZoo Article that I Cannot Wait to Experience

I cannot think of a more fun trip than eating my way through the state of Alabama. This Travelzoo article will be a fun resource if you, like me, enjoy travel and southern food!

A Powerful Quote from Nick Wignall

“Whatever caused your low self-esteem in the past, it’s your present habits that are maintaining it.“

The Weekday Podcast is a 5 minutes/day, 5 days/week Cup of Encouragement, straight from the Scriptures.
New episodes are available Monday – Friday. WeekdayPodcast.com

 THE POSITIVE TALK PODCAST – Integrating Faith and Psychology with Julie Homrich and Chuck Allen – A Weekly Dose of Positivity, Encouragement, and Enlightenment. I think you’ll love this new format!

Go in Peace, Chuck

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Here is Your 4forFRIDAY for July 23, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG. Each week, the 4forFRIDAYoffers recommended Reads, Listens, Learnings,
and Reviews, for your enjoyment.

A Music Video You MUST WATCH! Over and Over from Influence Music, REBEL

If you need a song to get ready to in the morning, or to get you ready for the day, or simply to sit and worship with – this is it! Thank you, Valerie Williams, for introducing me to this impactful and deeply worshipful music!

An Incredible Article from Minimalist Focus: How to Get Better Results by Doing Less

Are you adding more to your schedule without improving your results? Are you focusing on advancing toward your goals by concentrating on the things that matter? And finally, are you making value-driven decisions, or are other people in control?  Here’s a quote from this article: “When you don’t purposefully and deliberately choose where to focus your energy and time, other people will choose for you, and before long, you’ll have lost sight of everything meaningful and important to you.” 

A Great Business Book: Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter

This is a solid read if you lead anything or anyone! This is a Wall Street Journal Bestseller A thought-provoking, accessible, and essential exploration of why some leaders (“Diminishers”) drain capability and intelligence from their teams, while others (“Multipliers”) amplify it to produce better results. Including a foreword by Stephen R. Covey, as well the five key disciplines that turn smart leaders into genius makers, Multipliers is a must-read for everyone from first-time managers to world leaders.

A Movie We Loved: State of Play

Somehow we missed watching this movie when it came out several years ago. Jenny and I watched it while she was recovering from her hip replacement surgery this past week. Starring Russell Crowe and Ben Affleck, State of Play will keep you in suspense from start to finish. It’s a classic,
“I never saw that coming” kind of film. Enjoy!

A Powerful Quote from Diane Ackerman

We can’t enchant the world, which makes its own magic;
but we can enchant ourselves by paying deep attention.

The Weekday Podcast is a 5 minutes/day, 5 days/week Cup of Encouragement, straight from the Scriptures.
New episodes are available Monday – Friday on the Sugar Hill Church APP or at WeekdayPodcast.com

Coming August 9, 2021 – THE POSITIVE TALK PODCAST –
with Julie Homrich and Chuck Allen – A Weekly Dose of Positivity, Encouragement, and Enlightenment. I think you’ll love this new format! More to come!!

Coming August 9 – Positive Talk Podcast

Go in Peace, Chuck

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Here is Your 4forFRIDAY for July 2, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG. Each week, the 4forFRIDAYoffers recommended Reads, Listens, Learnings, and Reviews, for your enjoyment.

Happy Independence Day
and Thanks Again!

A Book that Leaders Should Read:
Rumsfeld’s Rules

I read this book for the first time in 2000, and it had a significant impact on my life and leadership. I didn’t always agree with Mr. Rumsfeld, but this writing had a powerful impact on my leadership in both what and what not to do.

A Fun Novel from David Baldacci: The Innocent, a Will Robbie Novel

As every Baldacci novel that I have read, The Innocent is fast paced and full of surprises. If you like a little bit of spy intrigue, you’ll like this fun read.

A Blog Post that I found Very Interesting from Dr. Jim Denison:

Dr. Denison is one of my favorite authors. He has such a gift for rising above the clutter of cultural assessments and share biblical wisdom in love.

A Wonderful Series on Netional Geographic, Prime, and HULU: Genius, Einstein

Oh my! This shocked me at how interesting Einstein’s life is portrayed. I have also been reading the book this series was based on. It is apparently true to the life of this brilliant, odd man. Not designed for kids!

A Powerful Quote from Donald Rumsfeld

“There are known knowns. These are things we know that we know. There are known unknowns. That is to say, there are things that we know we don’t know. But there are also unknown unknowns. There are things we don’t know we don’t know.”

The Weekday Podcast is a 5 minutes/day, 5 days/week Cup of Encouragement, straight from the Scriptures.
New episodes are available Monday – Friday on the Sugar Hill Church APP or at WeekdayPodcast.com

Go in Peace, Chuck

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June 11, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG. Each week, the 4forFRIDAYoffers recommended Reads, Listens, Learnings, and Reviews, for your enjoyment.
Thanks Again!

A Really Great Restaurant Experience: Restaurant 2 – 4 – 6 in Decatur, GA

Jenny and I ate here before visiting the Van Gogh Experience. The food was terrific, and the service was even better. We shared a spinach salad with a vinaigrette dressing and parmesan – so good! We then enjoyed Chicken Marsala for 2. It was amazing. We were far too full for dessert but brought enough home for another full meal!

A Most Intriguing Audible Book: The Return of the Prodigal Son

This is so good. Henri Nouwen writes with such a fresh passion regarding Rembrandt’s Prodigal Son. I have found myself replaying thought after thought as Nouwen unpacks unique perspectives about this parable that Jesus shared.

A Wonderful Movie Starring Dennis Quaid: Blue Miracle

Based on a true story, this movie is light-hearted, encouraging, clean, and fun. I found myself tearing up a bit as the story was beautifully portrayed. A washed-up fisherman has to pair up with a man that runs a bankrupt orphanage to fish in one of the world’s most prestigious tournaments.

My New Favorite Store and Mexican Food: Guadalajara Supermercado in Norcross, GA

No website, excellent service. Fresh fruits and veggies. But the big find is the taqueria in the back of the store. Best tacos I’ve ever eaten!
5505 Buford Highway in Norcross, GA

A Wonderful Quote from
Antoine de Saint-Exupery

“True love is inexhaustible. The more you give, the more you have. And if you go to draw at the true fountainhead, the more water you draw, the more abundant is its flow.”

The Weekday Podcast is a 5 minutes/day, 5 days/week Cup of Encouragement, straight from the Scriptures.
New episodes are available Monday – Friday on the Sugar Hill Church APP or at WeekdayPodcast.com

Go in Peace, Chuck

4forFRIDAY with Chuck Allen

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SELECTED READS, LISTENS, LEARNINGS, AND REVIEWS
for June 4, 2021

I love to share good reads, learnings, listens, and reviews with friends and followers. So, thanks for joining me on my 4forFRIDAY BLOG. Each week, the 4forFRIDAYoffers recommended Reads, Listens, Learnings, and Reviews, for your enjoyment. Thanks Again!

A Fun, Fast-Paced Novel from David Baldacci: The Target

The world’s greatest assassins are on a high-risk mission for the President–but a powerful mastermind wants them dead in this #1 New York Times bestselling thriller. It’s a bit spicy, but what a cool storyline. If you are looking for a poolside, Summer read…this is it!

A New and Engaging Podcast with Dr. Brent Brown: “Unlocking Us”

Join researcher and #1 New York Times best-selling author Brené Brown as she unpacks and explores the ideas, stories, experiences, books, films, and music that reflect the universal experiences of being human, from the bravest moments to the most brokenhearted. I am a huge Brene Brown fan and she doesn’t disappoint!

A Brief, But Awesome Read from Scott Sauls: The Skeleton of Our Faith (In Praise of Doctrine)

You know that Scott Sauls is one of my favorite authors, and this brief read (6 minutes) proves why. Here is a short quote from Scoot; “You can’t love God with your hands and feet and heart until you have also come to love him with your head.”

My Latest Favorite Pocket Knife: Gerber Gear Armbar Drive Multitool with Screwdriver Pocket Knife 2.50 In Blade.

This is an awesome pocketknife/multi tool. Light enough for everyday carry, and strong enough to do some serious work!

A Wonderful Quote from Lew Smedes

“Gratitude dances through the open windows of our hearts. We cannot force it. We cannot create it. And we can certainly close our windows to keep it out. But we can also keep them open and be ready for the joy when it comes.”

The Weekday Podcast is a 5 minutes/day, 5 days/week Cup of Encouragement, straight from the Scriptures.
New episodes are available Monday – Friday on the Sugar Hill Church APP or at WeekdayPodcast.com

Go in Peace, Chuck