What if you woke up this morning, and all you had left is what you thanked God for yesterday?
Today, don’t just thank God for the obvious, thank Him also for the things in your life that you take for granted. Ask yourself: where would you be without them?
Therefore, our God, we give you thanks and we praise the majesty of your name.
1 Chronicles 29:13
Make peace with your past so it won't mess up the present.
Let go and let God. After all, you’re only human. Live for today and tomorrow by making peace and forgiving your past.
Clear out the old yeast, so that you may become a fresh batch of dough, inasmuch as you are unleavened. For our paschal lamb, Christ, has been sacrificed.
1 Corinthians 5:7
Loyalty is meaningful and boundless. Its reward is fulfilling and unique.
The next time God’s existence is questioned, stand up for Him. Be dedicated and committed to His Word. He always does the same for you.
Everyone who acknowledges me before others I will acknowledge before my heavenly Father. But whoever denies me before others, I will deny before my heavenly Father.
Matthew 10:32-33
God will always deliver you from the pain of your sins. No matter how severe, He forgives them.
To forgive others, you need to accept forgiveness yourself. Ask God to help you accept forgiveness for your sins and to forgive others who sin against you.
Then I declared my sin to you; my guilt I did not hide. I said, “I confess my transgression to the LORD,” and you took away the guilt of my sin. Selah
Psalm 32:5
The best way to predict the future is to create it.
Create a future that involves an intimate relationship with God. One where you talk with Him daily through prayer and have total faith that he will provide for your needs. Start today.
Brothers, I for my part do not consider myself to have taken possession. Just one thing: forgetting what lies behind but straining forward to what lies ahead, I continue my pursuit toward the goal, the prize of God’s upward calling, in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:13-14
One of our great weakness lies in giving up. The most certain way to succeed is always to try just one more time.
Don't give up on becoming the best Christian you can be. As humans we all sin, ask for forgivenes and try again. God wants you to succeed as a Christian.
Let us not grow tired of doing good, for in due time we shall reap our harvest, if we do not give up.
Galatians 6:9
The hardness of God is kinder than the softness of men.
The next time you encounter trouble in your life, find some peace of mind in knowing that the Lord’s compassion never weakens and never ends. With soft and gentle hands, He will lift you out of your despair.
In an outburst of wrath, for a moment I hid my face from you; But with enduring love I take pity on you, says the LORD, your redeemer.
Isaiah 54:8
The condition for a miracle is difficulty. For a great miracle, it's impossibility.
But remember; nothing's impossible for God. Take your biggest challenges to God today. Have faith and let Him work His miracles.
Jesus looked at them and said, “For human beings this is impossible, but for God all things are possible.”
Matthew 19:26
Time and money spent helping people do more for themselves is far better than mere giving.
Find a way to invest in other people in ways that affect lasting change. It requires more creativity, and often more time and effort, but it is far more rewarding for everyone.
Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have; God is pleased by sacrifices of that kind.
Hebrews 13:16
The fewer the facts, the stronger the opinion.
Strengthen your Christian faith by gaining a better understanding of what you believe. By gaining additional knowledge you won't be relying on emotions and unfounded opinions rather than wisdom.
But if any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God who gives to all generously and ungrudgingly, and he will be given it.
James 1:5
We have no choice of what color we're born or who our parents are or whether we're born rich or poor. What we do have is some choice over what we make of our lives once we're here.
God determined the circumstances in which you were born. He gave you the opportunity to decide what you will make of those circumstances. Be grateful for your blessings, and become the best servant of God that you can be.
Blessed are those servants whom the master finds vigilant on his arrival. Amen, I say to you, he will gird himself, have them recline at table, and proceed to wait on them.
Luke 12:37
Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that. – Martin Luther King Jr.
Let the light of your faith and your love of Christ shine out in everything you do. Show the world your positive attitude. Don’t leave any room in your life for darkness or hate.
Jesus spoke to them again, saying, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”
John 8:12
The way you get better at playing football is to play football.
We all understand the self-improvement benefits of actual experience. Make more effort today to live your Christian faith. In this case, practice will make you perfect, someday!
And let perseverance be perfect, so that you may be perfect and complete, lacking in nothing.
James 1:4
People with goals succeed because they know where they're going. It's that simple.
As you reflect on your New Year's resolutions, include a goal to create a closer relationship with God. Start by reading the bible and understanding His word.
I continue my pursuit toward the goal, the prize of God’s upward calling, in Christ Jesus.
Philippians 3:14
Guard well within yourself the treasure of KINDNESS. Know how to give without hesitation, how to lose without regret and how to acquire without meaness and greed.
We often approach giving with a "what's in it for me" attitude. Your true kindness and happiness do not diminish when you share them with others. Find a way to show more kindness to those around you today.
Put on then, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, heartfelt compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience,
Colossians 3:12
When in doubt, just take the next small step.
Ask God for His guidance, then take a step in the direction He leads you. Then take another. You’ll be there before you know it. Remember at the end of your path to stop and give Him thanks.
He restores my soul. He guides me along right paths for the sake of his name.
Psalm 23:3
Character is simply habit long enough continued.
Decide carefully about embracing new habits, breaking old ones and those you want to maintain. Make sure your habits express the values of the Christian you proclaim to be.
Do not be led astray: “Bad company corrupts good morals.” Become sober as you ought and stop sinning. For some have no knowledge of God; I say this to your shame.
1 Corinthians 15:33-34
It isn't what you have, or who you are, or where you are, or what you are doing that makes you happy or unhappy. It is what you think about.
Think About God and the many blessings He has given you. If you do, you can't help but be happy. Thank Him by sharing your blessings with those less fortunate.
“I have told you this so that my joy may be in you and your joy may be complete.
John 15:11
A man is called selfish not for pursuing his own good, but for neglecting his neighbor’s.
You are surrounded each day by numerous opportunities to help those around you. Be unselfish and generous today. Once you feel the goodness it brings you continue to help yourself by helping others.
Those who shut their ears to the cry of the poor will themselves call out and not be answered.
Proverbs 21:13
Acceptance, forgiveness, and companionship are keys to a lasting friendship.
Live these virtues; always apply them with your friends and others. With God leading you, you’ll not only see lasting relationships, but better ones.
Have among yourselves the same attitude that is also yours in Christ Jesus,
Philippians 2:5
Setbacks and stressors are bridges to be crossed to our goals... not barricades to keep us from them.
In today's world, we are all faced with setbacks and stressors. Rather than becoming overwhelmed, turn your problems over to God and have confidence that he will provide whatever you need. Faith moves mountains.
Therefore I tell you, all that you ask for in prayer, believe that you will receive it and it shall be yours.
Mark 11:24
With eternity before you and the power of Christ behind you, it's you who should be granting wishes this year - not asking for them.
Knowing you have Christ's redeeming Grace inside, what else could you possibly need? In 2012, focus on thinking as Christ did and find ways to reach those in need. Grant their wishes. Happy New Year - The TAGteam
If a brother or sister has nothing to wear and has no food for the day, and one of you says to them, “Go in peace, keep warm, and eat well,” but you do not give them the necessities of the body, what good is it? So also faith of itself, if it does not have works, is dead.
James 2:15-17