We unnecessarily complicate things. Life isn’t that hard to figure out. Many times the simplest solution is right in front of us but we don’t see it because of all the noise.
Try to eliminate anything that gets in your way of thinking clearly. Our minds can do incredible things when we get out of our own way. Think about it…
On social media, I often see people posting memes quoting others. I used to do the same thing. Until I didn’t.
All of us have original thoughts and ideas. We should be audacious enough to share them with the world. People need originality.
Your thoughts might be the catalyst someone needs to light the creative fire in themselves. Please share what’s in your mind and heart…
This morning I was honored to give a tribute to a good friend of mine who died. His service was a meaningful experience, and I felt special to be asked.
Spend time with the people in your life who are important to you. You never know when they will leave you…
Timing is everything. God’s timing is perfect, even when I don’t agree with it or like it. But I don’t think He needs or wants my input!
Let’s look at the timing of human interaction. When you have to deliver a difficult message to a friend, the timing of your delivery is key to their receiving and listening to the message. A message given at the wrong time often falls flat, while a message delivered at the right time is well-received.
When you find yourself in this situation, remember that it might be a good idea to wait until the mood is right. Life isn’t always a good time…
I love suspense. Suspense is the exciting uncertainty of not knowing what’s coming. Suspense keeps us interested in movies, elections and life. Without it, our existence would be mundane and predictable. Where’s the fun in that?
As much as we hear people complain about change, that’s really all there is. We have no control over anything but our attitude. Change is inevitable, so life keeps us in suspense.
“The suspense is terrible. I hope it continues…” Willy Wonka…
Where do you go to find true, objective news? Our media outlets have become pulpits for the political leanings of the on-air talent. Op-Ed’s aren’t an improvement over television. There are left and right biases in those.
You can start with the truth in the Bible. God’s word is as true today as it was 1000 years ago. It doesn’t shift one way or another. His words are steadfast.
If something big happens in the world, you are pretty much on your own when deciding how to navigate through the crisis. God gave us a brain to think with. We don’t need the national media.
And if God has a bias, He is biased towards widows and orphans, the disenfranchised, the needy. That’s where our bias should lie, too…
Everyone has challenges in their lives. Our broken world sees to that. People have unresolved trauma they put off dealing with. So what do you do?
Start with prayer. Speak to the Creator of the universe and everything in it. He knows what we are going through, and He knows what will happen. Talking things out helps. It puts our challenges in perspective.
Talk to God throughout the day. He listens like no one else does. He hears what is in your heart…
I believe most people are good at heart. They mean well and typically treat others with kindness and respect.
When we give, whether we are giving money or giving of ourselves, let’s do it with a cheerful attitude. Doing good without concerning yourself with getting repaid is pure. If we give and feel resentment, we should examine our hearts to determine why we are resentful.
Everything we do and say is a reflection of what is in our hearts. Let’s allow goodness to reign…
People are confused nowadays. They are confused because they believe their worth is tied to their status, money, zip code or position in life. They are gravely mistaken.
Our worth lies in the one who created us. God planned each and every one of us exactly how He wanted us to be. This is the foundation of our worth.
External stuff will die, but our relationship with the Creator is eternal…
You can’t please everyone. Even God can’t do that. People will be disappointed by something.
If you see yourself as a people pleaser, then you might consider working on that. And the best way to solve that is to work on yourself. The desire to please everyone and never say no comes from within.
There’s nothing wrong with wanting to do for others and make them happy. Nothing at all. You end up sacrificing yourself without healthy boundaries, though. Take care of yourself so you can show up in life at your best…
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