Drive

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We were created with a desire to work, and work hard, at something we believe in. God gives us talents and He expects us to use them. Our talent is the fuel that drives us.

As the apostle Peter wrote: “Each of us have been blessed with God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well" 1 Peter 4:10 (CEV).

God will often say “yes” to your dreams, but you’ll be happier if you say “yes” to His.

 

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About Drive

 

 

A couple of years ago Jamie and I both were both pursuing different careers in different cities, but we'd talk on Skype about what we could do if we could work together.



Our talking eventually turned into action. He quit his job, moved to Cincinnati to go to ABC and starting making some short films with his classmate Dave Archer. I followed him a year later, and started helping Jamie with these videos when Dave moved back to Australia.



We are now blessed to do what we love and serve God at the same time. We learned that God will often say “yes” to your dreams, but you’ll be happier if you say “yes” to His dreams for you. Our story is part of the inspiration for Drive. We hope that everyone finds a way use their talents to serve God.

 

As with all of our projects, Jamie and I received collaboration with many others from our media team. Extra thanks to Clint, Milan and Sabrina. Thanks also to my parents who helped us get the GoPro camera we used for Drive.

-Jonathan Magee

13 comments
Submitted on Dec 30, 2011, 4:58 pm

Susan Durnil

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I love these short films. So well done and always a good message.



Submitted on Dec 30, 2011, 6:27 pm

dschuster

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Thank you! This really helps me to stay positive and focused.



Submitted on Dec 30, 2011, 8:46 pm

rhondadig

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Thank you Jonathan. One more film well done.



Submitted on Dec 30, 2011, 8:52 pm

CindyThomasina

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Great video--and a very relevant subject to my life at present! Thank you for the encouraging words! I have always had a strong desire to work with children in some form or manner and it seems everytime I move away from that direction, God always leads me back to it. As I walk through life's experiences I have found that this desire to work with children and the talent God gave me for it, is the fuel that drives me in my work.



Submitted on Dec 31, 2011, 1:31 am

Michael Gardner

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I find it difficult to add new words to this subject. Thank you. This is a subject that merits prayer and meditation.



Submitted on Dec 31, 2011, 10:48 am

David L. Nunn

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That was excellent. Keep the short films coming.



Submitted on Jan 1, 2012, 6:31 pm

Heather Disher

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http://www.ucg.org/book-review/book-review-chazown-khaw-zone-different-w...

The video goes great with this book Jonathan reviewed. It is about figuring out what your gifts and calling are! I'm planning to read it soon!

Thanks, J and J for your dedication and using your gifts for our benefit!



Submitted on Jan 4, 2012, 1:06 pm

sa

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Oh, it is awesome!!!!!, My family and I love the short video "Drive". We wake up and watch it to help get us going on using the talents God has given us. We are so, so , very Proud of everyone that works to put these short films together. I'm sure it makes God smile!!!!! Awesome keep them coming. May your days always be blessed as you use your talents to deliver Gods word. ;). Much appreciated ," Iron Sharpens Iron"



Submitted on Jan 9, 2012, 11:57 am

Zoe

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...this is so true... it's been years that i have been doing 'naturally' what God gave me...but was never aware of it. And everybody said 'ah, you do this so well'. But i never realised it was from God - i was looking somewhere else...i wanted this very special huge GIFT - you know those that all the other people has... Wow... it's good to wake up. Now i love doing what i do so well - Thanks to my Father :)



Submitted on Jan 22, 2012, 5:22 pm

stuart 46

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Excellent short film very well made and gives us focus on this topic in asking and trusting God to show us where to use our talents.
Excellent and Well Done
Stu



Submitted on Feb 8, 2012, 12:59 pm

tangerine17

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It's amazing what you can get across in only 2-3 short minutes! Keep these films coming-- they share a wonderful truth. :)

Tanya



Submitted on Feb 16, 2012, 11:28 am

jonathanjmagee

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Yay, @cindythomasina! Working with kids is a fantastic way to serve God!

“The King will reply, ‘Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.'"
-Matt 25:40

When you are maintaining a godly attitude while cleaning runny noses and pouring love into those kids who desperately need it... you are doing God's work!



Submitted on Feb 16, 2012, 11:39 am

jonathanjmagee

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@zoe, that's fantastic! It's so awesome to know that you are a part of God's plan! It's great to know that he's given you a way to bless others.



Submitted on Mar 16, 2013, 5:46 pm

MarissaRose

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Great! Very inspiring, yet to the point. Easy to understand :)



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