LIBERTY ROAD FOUNDATION

LOVE DOESN’T KEEP SCORE “Work at getting along with each other and with God. Otherwise, you’ll never get so much as a glimpse of God. Make sure no one gets left out of God’s generosity. Keep a sharp eye out for weeds of bitter discontent. A thistle or two gone to seed can ruin a whole garden in no time." Hebrews 12:14-17 (MSG) Harboring your heart steals most of the joy from your life and robs you of a great deal of peace. It buries your ability to be patient with others. It turns your kindness into something prejudiced and selective. It stains all that goodness in you. John DeMartini, a human behavior expert and author said, "Unforgiveness warps your mind into thinking you are a self-controlled person, when in reality you're out of control.” Kerry Shook, a pastor and author said, “Keeping score just brings you more pain and causes a whole lot of pain for others.” But how does God respond to all this abuse? He reconciles, rather than resents. Look at 2 Corinthians 5:19 in the New Living Translation, “For God was in Christ, reconciling the world to himself, no longer counting people’s sins against them. And He gave us this wonderful message of reconciliation.” When you accept God's forgiveness for you, you have an obligation to extend it to others. Watch John Dammarell with the latest video here - https://lnkd.in/dmeVJ-ze #liveonpurpose #LRF #encouragement #WOE

We’re a nonprofit organization that believes God loves people. And has a plan to help them. The despair growing in our Pacific Northwest is not part of that plan. But you are. We help local professionals use their available hours wisely right in their own communities to create hope for people who need it most. Consider coming to a local meetup to find out more! 10/28 Kent - 7:30-8:30am: Rabbi Rod Meyers - Covington Community Church, Sr Pastor Scully Insurance Solutions 302 W Harrison St – Suite 106 In Person & Zoom: https://lnkd.in/gb6jF9JP 10/28 Africa - 6:30-7:30pm Africa - CENTRAL AFRICA TIME: Ron Alford – Southwestern Consulting, Senior Partner; LRF Board Member NEW ZOOM ID: https://lnkd.in/g-A-XRYc 10/29 Bellevue 7:30-8:30am: Holly Quinonez - QActual, Founder & CEO Building F – 1st Floor – Larkspur Room 150 120th Ave NE, Bellevue 10/29 Whatcom County 12-1:00pm: Ryan Holden – Sound Finance, Group CFO Jalapeños Restaurant 2945 Newmarket St, Bellingham 10/30 Bothell 7:30-8:30am: Jonathan Hauck – Draymon Capital, Founder The Original Pancake House 1904 201st Pl SE, Bothell 10/30 Everett 12-1:00pm: Jeff Fisher – NW Decks Plus, Owner/Founder; LRF North Area Leader Bob’s Burgers & Brew 1611 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 10/30 Mount Vernon 12-1:00pm: Jynger Pleasant - Antioch Adoptions, Regional Director IL Granaio Italian Restaurant 100 E Montgomery St #110, Mount Vernon #generosity #LRF #liveonpurpose #purposedriven #networking #localleaders #libertyroadfoundation #communitysupport

Leaders change lives. Period. Anyone who is willing to step forward can be a leader. Our leadership groups are designed to build awareness for the causes we support and inspire leaders to act. You can share the challenges of integrating your faith and your commitment to causes with everyday work life. It’s also a good place to connect with other volunteers and learn about their businesses and perspectives. We have fourteen locations for you to connect. We meet every two weeks. Here is what is coming up this week: 10/21 Redmond 7:30-8:30am: Jim Humphries – Doppler Labs, President Family Pancake House 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond 10/22 Boise 7:30-8:30am: Isaac & Amy Fineman – FamilyLife, Missionaries Joe Momma’s Breakfast Eatery 3510 N Eagle Rd, Meridian 10/22 Seattle 7:30-8:30am: Rich & Christa Clark - FamilyLife, PNW Ministry Representatives (http://Richandchrista.com) Burgermaster 3040 NE 45th St, Seattle 10/22 Olympia/Lacey 12-1:00pm: Pastor Rob Brower – Aletheia Digital Media, Co-Founder (http://aletheiadigital.com) Ebony & Ivory Coffee 676 Woodland Square Loop SE – Ste A105, Lacey 10/22 Clark County 12-1:00pm: MAJ Michael Johnson – Depot Ministries, Director; LRF South Area Leader Julio’s Coffee and Breakfast 705 SE 1st St, Battle Ground 10/23 Tacoma 7:30-8:30am: Wayne Johnson – Rise Champions Solutions, Owner/Founder; LRF Board Member; LRF Partner (http://risechampions.com) Original Pancake House 601 S Pine St, Tacoma 10/23 Puyallup 12-1:00pm: Curt Altig – Builders Capital, Founder & Chairman; LRF Board VP; LRF Partner (http://builderscapital.com) Ram Restaurant & Brewery 103 35th Ave SE, Puyallup #localbusiness #libertyroadfoundation #libertyroad #communitysupport #LRF #localleaders #networking #focus

HAS YOUR LIFE BECOME TOO NORMAL?   “Jesus spoke to them: ‘Good morning! Did you catch anything for breakfast?’ They answered, ‘No.’ He said, ‘Throw the net off the right side of the boat and see what happens.’ They did what he said. All of a sudden there were so many fish in it, they weren’t strong enough to pull it in.’” John 21:5-6 (MSG)   Has life become too normal, too routine? Do you need to shake it up a bit? We all have our comfort zones. There are people you like best because you know they like you, or there are places or situations that you know are safe and they make you feel secure. John Maxwell said, "If we're growing, we're always going to be out of our comfort zone."   One of the biggest reasons life becomes too routine is because we're thinking about ourselves and what makes us feel good and feel secure. Maybe, now is the time to break through those self-centered walls and start making an investment in others. Choose to make an investment of your time and your finances. Luke 6:38 (MSG) says, "Give away your life; you’ll find life given back, but not merely given back—given back with bonus and blessing. Giving, not getting, is the way. Generosity begets generosity.”   Watch the full video here: https://lnkd.in/gChFaBBd

The value of your business is the legacy it leaves for good. How do you do that? What is your legacy? Come to our meetings to find out more about what we do at a local level: 10/14 Kent - 7:30-8:30am: Justin Kawabori – Northwest University Foundation, Executive Director; LRF Board Member; LRF Partner (https://lnkd.in/gqc3NDDw) Scully Insurance Solutions 302 W Harrison St – Suite 106 In Person & Zoom: https://lnkd.in/gb6jF9JP 10/14 Africa - 6:30-7:30pm Africa CAT: Keyford Rimai - Balm In Gilead Foundation, Founder; Mount Zion Ministries Fellowship of Churches, Lead Apostle; Africa Area Leader (from Zimbabwe/Botswana) NEW ZOOM ID: https://lnkd.in/g-A-XRYc 10/15 Bellevue 7:30-8:30am: Kurt Kreager - Coldwell Banker Danworth, Managing Broker; LRF Partner (https://lnkd.in/gEeZc9Yb Building F – 1st Floor – Larkspur Room 150 120th Ave NE, Bellevue 10/15 Whatcom County 12-1:00pm: Arnold Allen - Increase Hope Foundation & S.T.L. Services; LRF Partner Jalapeños Restaurant 2945 Newmarket St, Bellingham 10/16 Bothell 7:30-8:30am: Rich & Christa Clark - FamilyLife, PNW Ministry Representatives (http://Richandchrista.com) The Original Pancake House 1904 201st Pl SE, Bothell 10/16 Everett 12-1:00pm: Jonathan Hauck – Draymon Capital, Founder Bob’s Burgers & Brew 1611 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 10/16 Mount Vernon 12-1:00pm: Rich & Christa Clark - FamilyLife, PNW Ministry Representatives (http://Richandchrista.com) IL Granaio Italian Restaurant 100 E Montgomery St #110, Mount Vernon #LRF #libertyroad #communitysupport #libertyroadfoundation #localleaders #localbusiness #networking

RUNNING HARD FOR THE FINISH LINE “I don’t know about you, but I’m running hard for the finish line. I’m giving it everything I’ve got. No lazy living for me! I’m staying alert and in top condition. I’m not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.” 1 Corinthians 9:26-27 (MSG) With all that has been going on of late, you may have been knocked to your knees with the cares of life's problems, but you can stay in the race and continue to fight. Never give up. You may be knocked down, but not knocked out. it was John Wooden who said, “Winners never quit, and quitters never win." When you feel like giving up, be reminded that God loves you and wants you to live life to the fullest! God's plan is to prosper you and not to harm you. If you're struggling in life, don't give up - there are better things yet to come in your life. Seasoned long distance runners have learned to focus on endurance, not just speed, but winning will cost you some things, criticism, and sacrifice, so what is the key to staying in the race and never giving up? Hebrews 12:1b-3 (MSG) says, "Strip down, start running—and never quit! No extra spiritual fat, no parasitic sins. Keep your eyes on Jesus, who both began and finished this race we’re in. Study how He did it. Because He never lost sight of where He was headed—that exhilarating finish in and with God—He could put up with anything along the way: Cross, shame, whatever. And now He’s there, in the place of honor, right alongside God. When you find yourselves flagging in your faith, go over that story again, item by item, that long litany of hostility He plowed through. That will shoot adrenaline into your souls!” Be encouraged. You will only endure the heat and finish when you have something to look forward to. Success comes only when you are committed and have the passion and determination to reach the finish line, so set your focus on the goal. Run to win and you will! Check out the full video on youtube: https://lnkd.in/gcjvgw45 #WOE #LibertyRoadFoundation #encouragement #purposedriven #focus #runtherace

Looking forward to seeing you at one of these meetings: 10/07 Redmond 7:30-8:30am: Dr. Joseph Castleberry – Northwest University, President Family Pancake House 17621 Redmond Way, Redmond 10/08 Boise 7:30-8:30am: Isaac & Amy Fineman – FamilyLife Joe Momma’s Breakfast Eatery 3510 N Eagle Rd, Meridian 10/08 Seattle 7:30-8:30am: Wayne Johnson – Rise Champions Solutions, Owner/Founder; LRF Board Member Burgermaster 3040 NE 45th St, Seattle 10/08 Olympia/Lacey 12-1:00pm: Brian Bentley – Ticor Title, Sales Executive Ebony & Ivory Coffee 676 Woodland Square Loop SE – Ste A105, Lacey 10/08 Clark County 12-1:00pm: John Dammarell – Liberty Road Foundation, Executive Director Julio’s Coffee and Breakfast 705 SE 1st St, Battle Ground No meetings on October 9th because of our 11th Annual Tacoma Business Vision Lunch. See you there! 10/09 Tacoma 7:30-8:30am No Meeting 10/09 Puyallup 12-1:00pm No Meeting https://lnkd.in/gc26H_7u #libertyroad #supportnonprofit #WOE #LibertyRoadFoundation #localleaders #LRF

We have a LOT to be thankful for! We are looking forward to sharing with you what Liberty Road has been doing this last year. You are invited to The Hotel Murano on Tuesday Oct 9th for our 11th Annual Tacoma Business Vision Luncheon. Liberty Road Foundation is honored to have Jeff Rogers as our Keynote Speaker. “ENGAGING & CHANGING THE CULTURE OF THE NW” This event is benefiting 3 great nonprofits: The Empowerment Center Reality Sports Vine Maple Place Get your ticket or sponsor a table here: https://lnkd.in/gc26H_7u #libertyroadfoundation #supportnonprofit #LRF #libertyroad #communitysupport #vinemapleplace #EmpowermentCenter

Check out our local meetings for this week! We get to hear these great speakers and hear how to impact our community. 9/30 Kent - 7:30-8:30am: Blaine Millet – WOM10, Owner/President/Chief Advocate (Author of “Stop Marketing: Your Customers Are Dying To Do It For You") Scully Insurance Solutions 302 W Harrison St – Suite 106 In Person & Zoom: https://lnkd.in/gb6jF9JP 9/30 Africa - 6:30-7:30pm Africa CAT: Roger Blier – Passport Unlimited, CEO/Co-Owner NEW ZOOM ID: https://lnkd.in/g-A-XRYc 10/01 Bellevue 7:30-8:30am: Zeke Bambolo – Antioch Adoptions, Executive Director Building F – 1st Floor – Larkspur Room 150 120th Ave NE, Bellevue 10/01 Whatcom County 12-1:00pm: Rich & Christa Clark – FamilyLife, PNW Ministry Representatives Jalapeños Restaurant 2945 Newmarket St, Bellingham 10/02 Bothell 7:30-8:30am: John Dammarell – Liberty Road Foundation, Executive Director The Original Pancake House 1904 201st Pl SE, Bothell 10/02 Everett 12-1:00pm: Rich & Christa Clark – FamilyLife, PNW Ministry Representatives Bob’s Burgers & Brew 1611 SE Everett Mall Way, Everett 10/02 Mount Vernon 12-1:00pm: Sarah Bultman – Birch Rise Coaching, Life & Business Coach (https://birchrise.com) IL Granaio Italian Restaurant 100 E Montgomery St #110, Mount Vernon #localbusiness #localleaders #servenonprofits #communitysupport

Bring all your troubles to Him!