We should never permit ourselves to do anything that we are not willing to see our children do.
Whether you realize it or not, your actions are always influencing others. Allow this THOUGHT to guide your every move today (and everyday!).
Each one must examine his own work, and then he will have reason to boast with regard to himself alone, and not with regard to someone else;
Galatians 6:4
One cannot think crooked and walk straight.
Ask God for the character and integrity to keep your thoughts honest and noble in order that your actions will naturally follow.
You see that faith was active along with his works, and faith was completed by the works.
James 2:22
God’s ability is not limited by our inability.
When it comes to stretching yourself beyond your comfort zone, don’t be afraid to stretch yourself for a cause worthy of God’s blessing and support. Ask God in prayer to increase your ability and let Him use you to expand His Kingdom.
For according to their means, I can testify, and beyond their means, spontaneously,
2 Corinthians 8:3
Don't complain about your thirst for guidance while standing in the rain.
Just as the rain can only quinch our thirst if we open our mouths, we must open our hearts to the Lord to hear His direction for us. Spend a quiet moment asking the Lord to guide you today.
The wise by hearing them will advance in learning, the intelligent will gain sound guidance,
Proverbs 1:5
If you want to lose friends quickly, start bragging about yourself; if you want to make and keep friends, start bragging about others.
Make an extra effort today to say nothing about yourself, instead brag about others every chance you get. Do this each day and notice how you attract people to yourself.
Have the same regard for one another; do not be haughty but associate with the lowly; do not be wise in your own estimation.
Romans 12:16
A man's intellect is stored powder; it cannot touch itself off; the fire must come from outside."- Mark Twain
God has blessed you with many talents. Look for opportunities to ignite your stored talents and find a way to use them in service of others and the Lord today.
God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in proclaiming the gospel of his Son, that I remember you constantly,
Romans 1:9
Generally speaking, you aren’t learning much when your mouth is moving.
Start listening more and concentrate on what others are saying. Don’t worry about what you are going to say as it will come naturally with the knowledge gained from really hearing what the other person is saying. Try the same approach with God.
Behold, I have waited for your words, have given ear to your arguments, as you searched out what to say. Yes, I followed you attentively: And look, none of you has convicted Job, not one could refute his statements.
Job 32:11-12
You can't steward what you own.
God owns it all. He just challenges each of us to manage some of it for Him. If He returned today, would He be pleased with how you're doing? Think about that for a minute and make the necessary changes today to be more effective with His gifts.
As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God’s varied grace.
1 Peter 4:10
Give God an inch and He’ll take a mile, encouraging you each step of the way.
Take some aspect of your life today, no matter how trivial, and open it up to God. Let Him do great things with it, knowing that if you struggle, He will be there to encourage you.
Now to him who is able to accomplish far more than all we ask or imagine, by the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus to all generations, forever and ever. Amen.
Ephesians 3:20-21
Let us pray for each other, for this is the best way to love one another. – Mother Teresa
Before making requests on behalf of yourself today, pray for blessings upon someone else. Make this a daily habit, and let it be a daily example of your fulfillment of God's greatest commandment to love one another.
Again, [amen,] I say to you, if two of you agree on earth about anything for which they are to pray, it shall be granted to them by my heavenly Father.
Matthew 18:19
We were given a world so beautiful, a deep ocean, a blue-blue sky. I know we can make it a better place, If only you and I… Love one another. – Lyrics by Cher
Make the best of this Valentine’s day by sharing your love with all those around you. This can be as small as a few words of praise, just remember to love one another.
Love one another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing honor.
Romans 12:10
If you are truly thankful, you will give more than thanks.
Don't just thank the Lord with words today. Find a way to show your appreciation with your actions as well.
For the administration of this public service is not only supplying the needs of the holy ones but is also overflowing in many acts of thanksgiving to God.
2 Corinthians 9:12
Keep Smiling… It's one of the best advertisements for God… it makes people wonder what you're up to.
Try it for one day. In each and every encounter today, make sure you keep a smile on your face. If they ask why you're happy, tell them you're too blessed not to be.
As I was in my flourishing days, when God sheltered my tent;
Job 29:4
Can you ever remember a time when you regretted having said a kind word?
Focus your conversations on positive outcomes. Take special care to ensure that everyone you encounter today is encouraged by your words of kindness.
As I was in my flourishing days, when God sheltered my tent;
Ephisians 4:32
You are never honored for what you receive. Honor is the reward for what you give.
While the goal of service should not be recognition, we are called to serve. Follow Christ's example of unconditional love and service as you find a way to help others today.
For you were called for freedom, brothers. But do not use this freedom as an opportunity for the flesh; rather, serve one another through love.
Galatians 5:13
Our greatest enemy is not disease, but despair.
Though the physical body can be destroyed by disease, the spirit can remain triumphant. If disease has invaded your body, refuse to let it touch your spirit. If you're blessed with health, take a minute to lift those who are ill in prayer. Keep trusting God’s love, your spirit will remain strong.
The Answer to Prayers. “Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.
Matthew 7:7
We ask God to provide for us, but do we really trust Him to decide what and how much we really need?
Trust before you ask. As you pray today, ask first that God blesses you with a trusting spirit, and a comfort in knowing that He will provide what we really need.
Blessed the one whom you will choose and bring to dwell in your courts. May we be filled with the good things of your house, your holy temple!
Psalm 65:5
It is well to remember that the entire population of the universe, with one trifling exception, is composed of others.
It is humbling to think that you are only a very tiny part of this universe. For that reason, God tells us to be humble and to not exalt ourselves. Keep this in mind throughout your day. At the end of the day, examine how it impacted the way you interacted with others.
I tell you, the latter went home justified, not the former; for everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted.”
Luke 18:14
It’s ok to go out on a limb – that’s where the fruit is.
Remind yourself that God expects great things of us. Ask God for the courage and motivation to push yourself to the next level – in your job, in your family, in your faith…
Entrust your works to the LORD, and your plans will succeed.
Proverbs 16:3
My mind is like a parachute...it functions only when open.
Open your mind to the world and ideas around you. Throw away your prejudices and open your parachute of understanding, empathy, and compassion.
Do to others as you would have them do to you.
Luke 6:31