June 17, 2025 • 20 mins
In his devotional address, Michael Tejada, Administrative Vice President, invites students to “begin with the end in mind.” He emphasizes that living purposefully by aligning daily habits with our eternal identity and goals leads to lasting joy and success. Drawing a parallel to an athlete’s disciplined routine, Tejada illustrates how consistent daily choices prepare us for eternal life with God. He concludes by encouraging students to reflect on their lives and rely on the Savior to help them reach their eternal goals.
"To begin with the end in mind is to live with purpose, to see beyond the moment, and to act today in ways that align with where we ultimately want to go—both temporally and eternally."
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Michael P. Tejada was appointed as the administrative vice president on May 1, 2024. As administrative president, Tejada leads the university’s administrative and financial efforts and oversees Human Resources, the Office of Compliance & Ethics, the Budget Office, and Financial Services. Michael Tejada is an alumnus of BYU–Hawaii, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting. He later earned a Master's of Accountancy from the University of Utah. Michael Tejada has deep connections to the Laie and Kahuku communities. Tejada attended Laie Elementary, Kahuku Elementary, and Kamehameha Schools. He and his wife, Maria, are the parents of five children.
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"To begin with the end in mind is to live with purpose, to see beyond the moment, and to act today in ways that align with where we ultimately want to go—both temporally and eternally."
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Michael P. Tejada was appointed as the administrative vice president on May 1, 2024. As administrative president, Tejada leads the university’s administrative and financial efforts and oversees Human Resources, the Office of Compliance & Ethics, the Budget Office, and Financial Services. Michael Tejada is an alumnus of BYU–Hawaii, where he earned his bachelor’s degree in accounting. He later earned a Master's of Accountancy from the University of Utah. Michael Tejada has deep connections to the Laie and Kahuku communities. Tejada attended Laie Elementary, Kahuku Elementary, and Kamehameha Schools. He and his wife, Maria, are the parents of five children.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/byu-hawaii-devotionals-speeches--6571006/support.
Visit byuh.edu to learn more.
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