The Purpose of This Blog


I've come across so many interesting pioneers over the years as one of Jehovah's Wintesses.  And I've found that they come up with the most innovative ways to support themselves. Of course, it's Jehovah taking care of them, but I find myself sharing with others these ideas.  That's where this blog enters the picture.

I've decided to record these ideas in the hope that they may help others see the possibilities.  All the examples I relate in this blog are REAL pioneers that I have met personally.  I reveal the good and bad of each job.  Let's face it, there's no perfect job out there... until the new world anyways.

When I can, I will try and post a picture of the pioneer.  But of course I'm sure you will understand that not all would want their personal name and photo.  So at their request, I may alter the name or put no picture at all.  But I can assure you, everything about the job is real.  And I will always reveal the country they live in, at the very least.

I do no delve into retail jobs.  These are so common.  I focus on the more innovative ones that have real advantages for pioneers.

Of course, let's remember that it is Jehovah who is taking care of our pioneers. This blog is just to generate ideas.  Reliance on Jehovah is the real way to make a success of poineering.  Please enjoy and subscribe for updates.

Bill Kozak

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