We get so worried about being "pretty"! Let's be pretty KIND, pretty LOVING, pretty COMPASIONATE, pretty FORGIVING, and pretty HUMBLE!
Live your life by being pretty on the inside and being a pretty good example of how to live a good Christian life to all those around you.
Finally, all of you, be of one mind, sympathetic, loving toward one another, compassionate, humble.
1 Peter 3:8
Be present. I would encourage you with all my heart just to be present. Be present and open to the moment that is unfolding before you. Because, ultimately, your life is made up of moments. So don't miss them by being lost in the past or anticipating the future.
Do you want to improve the quality of your life? Then train yourself to be "positively present" in every moment of your life. Like most worthwhile habits, it will require commitment and persistence, but it will quickly lower your blood pressure and increase your happiness.
No foul language should come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for needed edification, that it may impart grace to those who hear.
Ephesians 4:29
I believe purpose is something for which one is responsible; it's not just divinely assigned.
There is no doubt that God has a plan for you, but He requires you to discover and develop your purpose in life. What are you living for each day? Do you like your answer?
For we are his handiwork, created in Christ Jesus for the good works that God has prepared in advance, that we should live in them. One in Christ.
Ephesians 2:10
Time passes so quickly that you don't even notice it until it begins to show on you. So, don't wait to use the good china, go on the trip, eat the cake, watch the late movie, read your favorite book and take a chance in life. The time is now. Tomorrow is promised to no one.
We all agree that time is flying by...So what in the world are you waiting for. How many times do you have to acknowledge to yourself and to others that you can't believe how fast time is marching by? Yet, here you sit!
You have no idea what your life will be like tomorrow. You are a puff of smoke that appears briefly and then disappears.
James 4:14
If you see your glass as half empty, pour it into another glass and stop complaining.
If you are not happy with the circumstances in your life, change them. It is YOUR life, so take actions today to begin to make it better. Ask God for the courage to take the first step. The second one will be easier.
Sovereign Role of Christ. For in him dwells the whole fullness of the deity bodily,
Colossians 2:9
God heard your prayer - now just trust Him and remember - His timing, not yours.
How strong is your faith? When you pray today, have true faith that God will hear your prayer. If it is according to His will, He will answer your prayer. Have patience and wait for God's blessing.
After this Jesus found him in the temple area and said to him, “Look, you are well; do not sin any more, so that nothing worse may happen to you.” The man went and told the Jews that Jesus was the one who had made him well.
John 5:14-15
Everyone you will ever meet knows something you don't.
Genuinely listen to everyone you encounter today. Learn from others knowing that we all are children of God and there is significant value to be gained in the most unlikely of places. Show everyone you meet today the respect they deserve.
The ear that hears, the eye that sees— the LORD has made them both.
Proverbs 20:12
If the grass looks greener on the other side...Stop staring. Stop comparing. Stop complaining. Start watering the grass you're standing on!
Sometimes it is easy to grow envious of what you perceive others have and you don't. Instead of focusing on what you don't have, focus and cultivate what you do have. God has blessed you with many unique talents. Take some time today to first thank Him for your talents, and then spend even more time developing them.
Do not neglect the gift you have, which was conferred on you through the prophetic word with the imposition of hands of the presbyterate.
1 Timothy 4:14
You can't go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.
Don't be paralyzed by the past. Decide on who you want to be, where you want to be, and how you want to be. Focus forward and have faith in God and in yourself.
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
When I lost all my excuses, I found my results.
Those who are good at making excuses are seldom good at anything else. God expects us to live and to accomplish great things. Stop making excuses today and start creating results.
First Book—Psalms 1–41 Psalm 1 True Happiness in God’s Law I - Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, Nor stand in the way of sinners, nor sit in company with scoffers. Rather, the law of the LORD is his joy; and on his law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted near streams of water, that yields its fruit in season; Its leaves never wither; whatever he does prospers.
Psalm 1:1-3
Kindness is the language the blind can see and the deaf can hear.
Kindness is what God expects from us. He gave us the Holy Spirit to help guide our actions. Make sure your God-given gifts are seen and heard today through acts of kindness, empathy, and encouragement.
I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, so you also should love one another.
John 13:34
The one who falls and gets up is so much stronger than the one who never fell.
We all fall short in one form or another - short in our relationships, short in our professional career, short in our faith. Do not let your failures define you. Get up, learn from your shortcomings, and refocus. Start with your faith. You will be stronger as a result.
Though the just fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble from only one mishap.
Proverbs 24:16
Every day may not be good, but there is something good in every day.
Life is largely a result of what you focus on. God has provided you with countless blessings. Look for the good God blessed you with today and share it with others.
Moreover, God is able to make every grace abundant for you, so that in all things, always having all you need, you may have an abundance for every good work.
2 Corinthians 9:8
Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing.
Grab your prize! Spread the word of Jesus Christ to the world. Nothing could be more satisfying or worth doing. Start today, right now and grab your prize!
Peter [said] to them, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins; and you will receive the gift of the holy Spirit.
Acts 2:38
Go the extra mile, it's never crowded.
Sad but true. So leave the crowd in your wake, be an individual, and go out and make positive things happen in your world. Go the extra mile to help someone in need and by doing so, give glory to your Father who is in Heaven.
Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.
Matthew 5:16
Stay active. Read the Word. Worship with other believers. Continue to give. Keep learning and growing. Your faith will be unleashed!
Unleash your faith by worshiping Jesus's words daily. Turn to the Gospels for the education of a lifetime and a life everlasting. Use this daily dose of Jesus to better the world around you.
All this will be yours, if you worship me.”
Luke 4:7
As you start and end the day, be thankful for every little thing in your life. You will come to realize how blessed you really are.
Take a minute to think about the many blessings in your life, large and small. Now take another minute to thank God for those blessings. Show how greatful you are by sharing your blessings with others.
In all circumstances give thanks, for this is the will of God for you in Christ Jesus.
1 Thessalonians 5:18
One small positive thought in the morning can change the entire outcome of your day.
Start every morning by reading your TAGline. Share it with others you care about and you just might change the outcome of their day for the better.
Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.
Philippians 4:8
Be an organ donor, give your heart to Jesus.
Your heart, your soul and your being belong to Jesus. Jesus gave us sinners the ultimate gift - His life. Be like Jesus and serve others by dedicating more of your life in the service of others. This may include your time, talent, and treasure. There is no limit to what you can give back, from worldly goods to money, or even a donation of your organs.
For the Son of Man did not come to be served but to serve and to give his life as a ransom for many.” The Blind Bartimaeus.
Mark 10:45
We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. The Declaration of Independence July 4, 1776
This 4th of July make "Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness" a reality for others by giving generously to a soup kitchen, a clothing or food drive at your church or to Goodwill. Then, pray to our Creator that they will be comforted by the generosity of their fellow Americans.
Chapter 2 - Plea for Unity and Humility. If there is any encouragement in Christ, any solace in love, any participation in the Spirit, any compassion and mercy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, with the same love, united in heart, thinking one thing. Do nothing out of selfishness or out of vainglory; rather, humbly regard others as more important than yourselves,
Philippians 2:1-3
When you move your focus from competition to contribution, life becomes a celebration.
Competition is good. Contribution is better. Celebrate life by contributing to the happiness and well being of those around you. You will both be better off as a result.
In every way I have shown you that by hard work of that sort we must help the weak, and keep in mind the words of the Lord Jesus who himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”
Acts 20:35