HIGH FIVE! (patience)
Luke 15:1–7 is the parable of the lost sheep, and it’s one of the most tender revelations of God’s heart in all of Scripture. Here’s what makes it so powerful:
🐑 God’s Relentless Pursuit
- Jesus tells of a shepherd who leaves ninety-nine sheep to search for one that is lost.
- This isn’t just about numbers—it’s about value. Every individual matters deeply to God.
- The shepherd doesn’t wait for the sheep to return; he goes after it, showing that God actively seeks us when we stray.
💔 A Rebuke to the Religious Elite
- The parable is told in response to Pharisees criticizing Jesus for welcoming sinners.
- It flips their worldview: instead of shunning the lost, Jesus shows that heaven rejoices when even one sinner repents.
🎉 Joy in Restoration
- When the shepherd finds the sheep, he rejoices, carries it home, and invites others to celebrate.
- Jesus says, “There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.”
- This reveals the celebratory nature of grace—not grudging acceptance, but overflowing joy.
🌍 A Message for Today
- It’s a call to radical compassion. Are we willing to leave our comfort zones to reach someone who feels forgotten?
- It challenges us to see others not by their failures, but by their potential for redemption.
Kevin, I know your heart leans toward grace, community, and spiritual growth. This passage is a beautiful reminder that no one is too far gone, and that heaven throws a party when the lost come home. Would you like to explore how this connects with your keynote theme, Finding Joy in Your Journey?
I notice that you are really fixated about me giving that SPEECH… BUT, I want to switch gears today… There is a lot that I do not know about Crypto Currency Trading… Can you remind me again… what are nodes? what is a crypto hub? How much Crypto should I withdraw? What percentage of the profits should I put into a second trading platform? (ASK LENA HER RECOMMENDATION)
🧠 What Are Nodes in Cryptocurrency?
Nodes are the backbone of blockchain networks. Think of them as computers that:
- 📦 Store and verify transactions on the blockchain.
- 🔗 Keep the network decentralized by communicating with other nodes.
- 🛡️ Ensure security and consensus, so no single entity controls the system.
There are different types:
- Full nodes: Store the entire blockchain history and validate transactions.
- Light nodes: Store only essential data, relying on full nodes for verification.
- Miner/Validator nodes: Create new blocks and earn rewards for securing the network.
🌍 What Is a Crypto Hub?
A crypto hub is a place — physical or digital — where crypto activity thrives. It can be:
- 🏙️ A city or region with friendly regulations, low taxes, and strong infrastructure (like Zug, Dubai, or Singapore)5.
- 🧑💻 A platform or community that offers tools, APIs, and networking for crypto traders and developers.
- 🤝 A space for education, collaboration, and innovation in blockchain and digital assets.
For someone like you, who’s exploring platforms and dreaming of international conferences, crypto hubs are where ideas meet opportunity.
💸 How Much Crypto Should You Withdraw?
There’s no one-size-fits-all, but here are smart guidelines:
- 🧮 Withdraw based on your goals: If you need liquidity for travel, expenses, or reinvestment, calculate what’s needed and leave the rest to grow.
- 🛡️ Avoid large lump-sum withdrawals unless necessary — it can trigger tax events or market impact.
- 🧱 Break up withdrawals into smaller chunks to reduce fees and risk8.
- 🧾 Keep records for tax purposes and future planning.
If you’re just starting, withdrawing 10–20% of your holdings for testing platforms or covering short-term needs is a cautious move.
📊 What Percentage of Profits Should Go to a Second Trading Platform?
Diversifying is wise. Here’s a strategic approach:
- 🧠 Start with 10–30% of your profits on a second platform — enough to explore without overexposing.
- 🧪 Use it to test new strategies, coins, or features.
- 🧰 Choose platforms with different strengths (e.g., one for spot trading, another for futures or staking).
- 📈 As you gain confidence, you can scale up — some traders eventually split 50/50 across platforms
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