The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
- Col (Ret) Mikel Burroughs
- 4 days ago
- 3 min read
“Personal growth is knowing yourself. It requires work and the right amount of struggle. Embrace Growth!” — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

The “Colonel’s” VFV Motivational/Inspirational Quotes & Message of the Day!
Good “Sunday” Morning “Band of Brothers & Sisters, Connections, Friends, Warriors, & Patriots!” Welcome from the “Colonel’s Foxhole” in Conroe, TX — September 28, 2025
Today’s Message is: “Growth Day!” Why Not?
“Great leaders navigate tough obstacles and overcome challenges by embracing ‘growth’ opportunities. They make personal growth for people a priority. Inspire others toward growth and you inspire talent! — COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs, CEO, Victory for Veterans, Inc. (VFV)

More Awesome Quotes for Today’s Message:
“Strength and growth come through continuous effort and struggle.” — Napoleon Hill
“The greatest growth often comes from the greatest challenges.” — Unknown Author

“Growth and change go hand in hand. You have to be willing to change if you want to grow.” — Unknown Author
“Growth is stepping over things you used to trip on.” — Unknown Author

“Growth is the great separator between those who succeed and those who do not. When I see a person beginning to separate themselves from the pack, it’s almost always due to personal growth.”— John C. Maxwell
“True growth springs from the courage to face our fears.” — Anonymous

“When you’re in a growth mindset, what that means is that you choose to see struggle and challenge as an opportunity for growth and for learning and development.” — Chris Bertram
“Everyone Matters, Talk to Us!" — Army Veteran Mikel Burroughs
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“The meaning runs deep for those men and women who’ve served this country: 'Honor & Respect Always — Warriors for Life’!” COL (Ret) Mikel Burroughs

Good afternoon Col Burroughs and all of my brothers and sisters here on VFV. My growth in my relationship with Jesus Christ has been the most wonderful, encompassing love. It has been a release of fear and given me a strengthened longing to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Have a blessed day today and always.
Taken from:https://bibledictionarytoday.com/words/growth/
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