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Sitting overlooking the water and thinking about things....
See this young man? I met him when he came to do my sheetrock in my office and shop. After that, he was intrigued by what we do and he kinda asked if he could he considered for a position.
Now, I don't really hire young folks very often, but I liked the kid. He was well mannered, well spoken, and a hard worker, so I offered him a position. His one request? He asked if he could leave a little early on Mondays. Why? Because he has a Bible study group in Knoxville. (I thought he was joking, and laughed. He was not)
In the past year, he has been a sponge and learned an insane amount, BUT my own journey to Christ is thanks to him.
I watched a 20 year old kid live what he spoke, AND spending dozens of hours a week together in a car, we talked a ton. He answered questions and was a resource that didn't feel like an authority figure. He has taught me so much, and I have given him a career. His church was the first I attended a month ago. He sat with me and helped me keep the courage to stay.
In a few years, I hope to hand him the reigns of the company for day to day operations. Yes, he means that much to me.
He has became like a son. I look forward to seeing him grow in Christ, seeing him meet someone and start a family, and seeing him grow in our industry.
Tonight, I am grateful that he had the courage to ask me for the job. Truth be told, I needed him more than he needed me. God knew what he was doing sending him my way. He needed a career, and I needed the word without pressure.

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