Be The Change…

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Today, I discoverd the story of an amazing young man.  He’s 15 years old and is seriously working to change the world by abolishing modern day slavery.  His name is Zack Hunter and he is the author of the book, Be the Change: Your Guide to Freeing Slaves and Changing the World.

When I heard about his story I immediately called the nearest bookstore and had them hold a copy.  Then I braved the hard rain (without an umbrella) to go and purchase it.  I haven’t read it yet, but just the thought of a 15 year old being determined to make a difference in the world (not to mention he was interviewed by CNN, ABC’s Good Morning America, and CBN) blows my mind.  He’s already spoken before hundreds and thousands of people about the issue of modern day international slave trafficing. 

And when he speaks, he realizes that not everyone will be as passionate about stopping slavery as he is, but he encourages everyone to find what they are passionate about and go and make a difference.

“Passion is almost flammable.” - Zach Hunter

What excuse do we have in not making a difference?  What excuse do we have for not using our influence to impact a generation?  Zach says, “Influence is currency.”

I can’t wait to get into his book.  Just hearing his story makes me want to “be about my Father’s business.” (Be about my purpose.)

Sometimes we think too small.

Let me know what you think and I’ll share my review of the book when I finish reading it.

-Allen Paul Weaver III -

Filed under: Book Publishing • Risks and Opportunities • Sociology

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