In April 2013 an article in the USA Today Money section reported that Apple's stock has been struggling. According to the article, "The Apple stock crash is reaching a historic order of magnitude, shaking the faith of investors who piled on in large part on Jobs' showmanship." Shares are down 44 percent and the crash has obliterated $291.2 billion in shareholder
wealth.
What has precipitated Apple's stock crash? The causes may be complex, but the article focused on one primary factor-the death of co-founder Steve Jobs on October 5, 2011. Apple isn't the only company that has struggled in the absence of a successful CEO. Research has shown "the fact that a sick or dying CEO is generally a big problem right away for stocks." The article
noted that when a CEO leaves a company the "short-term shock" turns into "long-term disappointment."
"And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter, that he may abide with you forever..." Jesus (John 14:16)
I'm quite sure that Mr. Jobs WANTED to stick around and be there for his company, but being human does have its limitations. We have a Savior though, that wanted us to know that He would never leave us...a God with a definite plan.
Lord, thank-you for staying right by me through thick and thin. Thank-you for being my friend and my God. In Jesus name, amen.
Have a great day and God bless!
Pastor Mike / The Open Word
