The biggest troublemaker you'll probably ever have to deal with, watches you from the mirror every morning.
God Loves You! As you reflect through the issues of the day, don't allow a troublemaker to break you. Remember, you can do everything with God at your side.
Welcome one another, then, as Christ welcomed you, for the glory of God.
Romans 15:7
What makes you succeed? Is it your focus or your faith?
To succeed at the most important goal - salvation, start with faith and focus on steps that will get you closer to God. Think about ways to grow closer to Him today. More importantly, act on them.
For by grace you have been saved through faith, and this is not from you; it is the gift of God;
Ephesians 2:8
Live a good and honorable life, then when you get older and think back, you'll enjoy it a second time.
After reviewing your To Do List, are you going to enjoy thinking back over this day later in life? Make the changes you need to ensure the second time will be better than the first.
Am I now currying favor with human beings or God? Or am I seeking to please people? If I were still trying to please people, I would not be a slave of Christ.
Galatians 1:10
Maybe it won't work out, but maybe seeing if it does may be the best adventure ever.
In most cases, the view from halfway up the ladder is still better than the view from the ground. Don't be afraid to take the first steps. Ask God for the courage to reach beyond the boundaries of both your comforts and your fears.
For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.
2 Timothy 1:7
The things that excite you are not random. They are connected to your purpose. Follow them.
We typically excel the best at the things we enjoy the most. Recognize and act on the things that interest, inspire and excite you. They are clues leading you in the direction of God's plan.
For I know well the plans I have in mind for you—oracle of the LORD—plans for your welfare and not for woe, so as to give you a future of hope.
Jeremiah 29:11
Have you ever thought what is worse: Saying something and wish you had not; or saying nothing and wish you had?
The answer is it does not matter. What does matter is that your words and your actions are done with sincere and good intentions. Don't ever be afraid to reach out to someone. They won't care "how" you reached out...They will just appreciate that you did!
Let your speech always be gracious, seasoned with salt, so that you know how you should respond to each one.
Colossians 4:6
May my heart be kind. May my mind be fierce. May my spirit be brave.
Do you really feel alive? Or do you feel yourself just going through the motions? Fill your heart with kindness today through acts of generosity. Sharpen your mind knowing that God not only has confidence in you, but He has a plan for you. Awaken your spirit by daring to be completely happy and stress free today. At the end of the day, ask yourself again, "Do I really feel alive?"
I command you: be strong and steadfast! Do not fear nor be dismayed, for the LORD, your God, is with you wherever you go.
Joshua 1:9
Our love to God is measured by our everyday fellowship with others and the love it displays.
Show God your love for Him by actively participating in fellowship with others. Find the time. Make it a priority to seek out others and share quality Christian fellowship with them and God.
God is faithful, and by him you were called to fellowship with his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
1 Corinthians 1:9
When was the last time you did something for the first time?
It is so easy to let your everyday routines control the variety of your life. Once a week for the next month, make a commitment to yourself to try something completely new and different in your life. On at least 2 of the weeks, pick something you know will help someone else more than it will help you.
You will show me the path to life, abounding joy in your presence, the delights at your right hand forever.
Psalm 16:11
Some people talk to you in their free time. Some people free time to talk to you. Learn the difference.
Make more of an effort today to be INTERESTED, not INTERESTING!
Finally, all of you, be of one mind, sympathetic, loving toward one another, compassionate, humble.
1 Peter 3:8
Suffering from "Truth" decay? Brush up on your Bible!
A spiritual diet of processed theology, sweetened doctrine, and sugary platitudes consisting of "Trendy Fail-Proof Psychobabble" will slowly erode "the teeth" of biblical Christianity. When you find yourself drifting from your values and you need to enrich your spirituality, reach out to God through the Bible, attending church and through prayer. He will lead you back to your true spirit.
And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
John 8:32
Forgiveness is the process of dropping off your emotional baggage.
Think of Christ on the cross asking His Father's forgiveness of what humankind was about to do. It's not easy, but doing so will calm your emotions and allow you to realize the many benefits of forgiving and forgetting. Make forgiveness a hallmark of your character.
If you forgive others their transgressions, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
Matthew 6:14
Chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.
It is easy to get lured or tempted into behavior patterns that quickly become not only self-destructive, but extremely difficult to break. Ask God for the wisdom and discipline to develop habits that will build your character, strengthen your faith and guide your actions in a fashion that will be pleasing to Him.
No trial has come to you but what is human. God is faithful and will not let you be tried beyond your strength; but with the trial he will also provide a way out, so that you may be able to bear it. Warning Against Idolatry.
1 Corinthians 10:13
Any method of evangelism will work if God is in it.
Seek opportunities to share your faith. Wherever you go, take God with you and have the courage to be an example of Christian living. Make sure your focus is on God.
Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit,
Matthew 28:19
If all your prayers were answered, would it change the world - or just yours?
So often, we focus our prayers only on our own needs. The next time you pray, try to identify specific people or circumstances (like those suffering from the hurricanes) that need God's help and attention. At the same time, ask God to use you as an instrument to bring those people the help, the relief, the means, the encouragement and the support that they need. Your prayers and actions will then change the world!
If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask for whatever you want and it will be done for you.
John 15:7
The mission of the Church is to seek and to save those who are lost.
Everyone, including yourself, is a little lost as none of us are sin free. Attend church regularly and keep your bible well worn in order to find your way through this challenging world. Both God and you will be glad you did.
Jesus said to him in reply, “It is written: ‘You shall worship the Lord, your God, and him alone shall you serve.’”
Luke 4:8
To be a Christian means to forgive the inexcusable because God has forgiven the inexcusable in you.
See forgiveness in a new light by thanking God through forgiving others. Do it often and you'll find a whole new outlook on life.
If you forgive others their transgressions, your heavenly Father will forgive you.
Matthew 6:14
The heart is great which shows moderation in the midst of prosperity.
Regardless of your level of success, always be humble and deflect the attention to the needs and benefits of others. Always remember that success requires no explanation, and humility is not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less.
So humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.
1 Peter 5:6
Hope is the only thing stronger than fear.
Hope and faith in God can overcome any fear. Find strength in the hope given you from your faith in our Lord Jesus Christ to overcome all your fears.
They that hope in the LORD will renew their strength, they will soar on eagles’ wings; They will run and not grow weary, walk and not grow faint.
Isaiah 40:31
Integrity is choosing courage over comfort; choosing what is right over what is fun, fast or easy; and choosing to practice our values rather than just professing them.
What do you stand for? If your answer could only be expressed by your thoughts, your intentions and your actions, would you like how it sounds?
Whoever walks honestly walks securely, but one whose ways are crooked will fare badly.
Proverbs 10:9