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Founder of Wendy’s Restaurants - A Hard Worker

When DAVE THOMAS died in early 2002, he left behind more than just thousands of Wendy’s restaurants. He also left a legacy of being a practical, hard-working man who was respected for his down-to-earth values. Among the pieces of good advice that have outlived the smiling entrepreneur is his view of what Christians should be doing with their lives. Thomas, who as a youngster was influenced for Christ by his grandmother, said that he believes you should be a “roll-up-your-shirt sleeves” Christian. That means to still make the time to talk with God through prayer, Bible study, be super-active in your church and take their ministry to others by spreading  God’s Word.” He went onto say that “anonymous people who are doing good for Christ may be doing even more good than all the well-known Christians in the world.” That statement has more meat in it than a Wendy’s triple burger. Thomas knew about hard work in the restaurant business; and he knew it is vital in the spiritual world also. (In his book Well Done, Thomas said, “Roll-up-your-shirt sleeves Christians see Christianity as faith and action. 10/26/2009