Month: January 2020

Attitude

Posted on January 31, 2020

THOUGHT:

I'm bored' is a useless thing to say. I mean, you live in a great, big, vast world that you've seen one percent of. Even the inside of your own mind is endless; it goes on forever, inwardly, do you understand? The fact that you're alive is amazing, so you don't get to say I'm bored.

Challenge

God did not create this beautiful world so you could be bored. If you're bored, go look in the mirror and blame that person. Then go do something about it - finding someone to help may be a good place to start. Start today!

Verse

Laziness brings on deep sleep, and the sluggard goes hungry.

Reference

Proverbs 19:15

Forgiveness

Posted on January 30, 2020

THOUGHT:

The first to APOLOGIZE is the bravest. The first to FORGIVE is the strongest. The first to FORGET is the happiest.

Challenge

Are you feeling BRAVE, STRONG and HAPPY today?

Verse

[And] be kind to one another, compassionate, forgiving one another as God has forgiven you in Christ.

Reference

Ephesians 4:32

Determination

Posted on January 29, 2020

THOUGHT:

Be humble, be hardworking, and don't give up easily. We are not entitled to anything, but we are capable of achieving everything.

Challenge

Achieve everything you can today. Do it as part of God's plan for you. Make sure some of your hard work is in the service of others. Expect nothing in return other than a closer relationship with God.

Verse

I have the strength for everything through him who empowers me.

Reference

Philippians 4:13

Courage

Posted on January 28, 2020

THOUGHT:

If not us, who? If not now, when? - John F. Kennedy

Challenge

Don't just stand on the sidelines and wait for the perfect time to jump into the game. There is never a perfect time. Ask God for the courage to take that first step today. Do it again tomorrow.

Verse

The appetite of the sluggard craves but has nothing, but the appetite of the diligent is amply satisfied.

Reference

Proverbs 13:4

Fellowship

Posted on January 27, 2020

THOUGHT:

How can we live in harmony? First we need to know we are all deeply in love with the same God.

Challenge

When you look at those around you, start with the basic understanding that all Christians love and follow the same Lord. Spend time getting to know and sharing your faith with the larger body of believers. When it comes down to it, we may have different traditions, but we all love Jesus and serve the same God. That's how we live in harmony.

Verse

Therefore, you shall love the LORD, your God, with your whole heart, and with your whole being, and with your whole strength.

Reference

Deuteronomy 6:5

Kindness

Posted on January 24, 2020

THOUGHT:

The best way to get a busy person's attention: Help them.

Challenge

People tend to slow down and pay more attention to you once they realize you are trying to help them. The good news is that most of time, you have to slow down to help someone. When was the last time you slowed down?

Verse

Each looking out not for his own interests, but [also] everyone for those of others.

Reference

Philippians 2:4

Priorities

Posted on January 23, 2020

THOUGHT:

It wasn't raining when Noah started building the ark.

Challenge

When you focus and prepare for things in your life, most of time you will find yourself in a "ready" position for those things that really matter to you. How's your preparation going for your "eternal life" plans?

Verse

And do this because you know the time; it is the hour now for you to awake from sleep. For our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed;

Reference

Romans 13:11

Determination

Posted on January 22, 2020

THOUGHT:

Every calling is great when greatly pursued.

Challenge

There is dignity in all work. Take pride and ownership in whatever you do each and every day. Ask God for the determination and courage to spend your time and energy pursuing your dreams, not second-guessing them. He wants you to be your best.

Verse

Do not grow slack in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord.

Reference

Romans 12:11

Wisdom

Posted on January 21, 2020

THOUGHT:

If you work on your character, you won't have to work on self-esteem.

Challenge

Do what's right. The more often you choose to do the right thing, the quicker you evolve yourself into someone you like better.

Verse

That you should put away the old self of your former way of life, corrupted through deceitful desires, and be renewed in the spirit of your minds, and put on the new self, created in God's way in righteousness and holiness of truth.

Reference

Ephesians 4:22-24

Habits

Posted on January 20, 2020

THOUGHT:

One of the most important keys to success is having the discipline to do what you know you should do, even when you don't feel like doing it.

Challenge

Most of the time, you know the right thing to do. Develop better habits in your daily life by simply choosing the right thing to do every time. Today is Monday so start making the right choices today and every day for 1 week, especially when you don't feel like it. Next week will be easier.

Verse

For God did not give us a spirit of cowardice but rather of power and love and self-control.

Reference

2 Timothy 1:7

Forgiveness

Posted on January 17, 2020

THOUGHT:

Once God forgives you, all traces of your past offenses are gone. His forgiveness wipes away any feelings of guilt or blame.

Challenge

Take comfort in this forgiveness and spend a minute talking with God right now. Thank him for letting go, and giving you a second chance.

Verse

If we acknowledge our sins, he is faithful and just and will forgive our sins and cleanse us from every wrongdoing.

Reference

1 John 1:9

Habits

Posted on January 16, 2020

THOUGHT:

God Himself doesn't propose to judge a man until he is dead. So why should you?

Challenge

Follow God's example by discovering the good in others and treating them without prejudice. Leave the judging up to God.

Verse

Chapter 7 - Judging Others. "Stop judging, that you may not be judged."

Reference

Matthew 7:1

Action

Posted on January 15, 2020

THOUGHT:

Before you embark on a journey of revenge, "Dig two graves".

Challenge

God was very clear when he told us what to do. Take notice to those you talk with today. Remember what God would want you to do.

Verse

The Golden Rule. "Do to others whatever you would have them do to you." This is the law and the prophets.

Reference

Matthew 7:12

Goals

Posted on January 14, 2020

THOUGHT:

Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful.

Challenge

Take a moment and think about your personal goals. Set aside some time this week to overcome the challenges necessary to reach at least one of your goals. You may not completely accomplish your goal this week, but you will definitely add more purpose and meaning to your life.

Verse

Although you have not seen him you love him; even though you do not see him now yet believe in him, you rejoice with an indescribable and glorious joy, as you attain the goal of [your] faith, the salvation of your souls.

Reference

1 Peter 1:8-9

God's Guidance

Posted on January 13, 2020

THOUGHT:

Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is a nightmare.

Challenge

Allow your personal frustration to be a wake-up call. Seek God's help to help you visualize where you want to go and the best route to get there. You'll find that you'll sleep a lot better!

Verse

'It will come to pass in the last days," God says, "that I will pour out a portion of my spirit upon all flesh. Your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, your young men shall see visions, your old men shall dream dreams."

Reference

Acts 2:17

Discipleship

Posted on January 10, 2020

THOUGHT:

Find out how much God has given you and take from it what you need; the remainder is needed by others.

Challenge

Consider the many possessions you have that go unused. Find an individual or charity that could use them and donate them today.

Verse

VII - To Sheol the wicked will depart, all the nations that forget God.

Reference

Psalm 9:18

Discipleship

Posted on January 9, 2020

THOUGHT:

Sharing what you have is more important than what you have.

Challenge

Take this simple thought and act on it today. Share what you have with someone in need.

Verse

Do not neglect to do good and to share what you have; God is pleased by sacrifices of that kind.

Reference

Hebrews 13:16

Faith

Posted on January 8, 2020

THOUGHT:

He, who loses money, loses much ! He, who loses a friend, loses much more !! He, who loses faith, loses all !!!

Challenge

Take a few moments today to evaluate your faith – it may be the most worthwhile thing you do all day.

Verse

For in it is revealed the righteousness of God from faith to faith; as it is written, "The one who is righteous by faith will live."

Reference

Romans 1:17

Prayer

Posted on January 7, 2020

THOUGHT:

A problem not worth praying about is not worth worrying about.

Challenge

Share your troubles with God through prayer today and have faith that he is listening. Don't sweat the small stuff.

Verse

The LORD is good to those who wait for him, a refuge on the day of distress, Taking care of those who look to him for protection,

Reference

Nahum 1:7

Discipleship

Posted on January 6, 2020

THOUGHT:

If we are the body of Christ, why aren't our arms reaching out to those in need and our lips spreading the Good News?

Challenge

Show someone that you are a Christian by your actions today. Don't just say you're a Christian, live it.

Verse

This is how all will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another.

Reference

John 13:35

Discipleship

Posted on January 3, 2020

THOUGHT:

You are writing the story of your life. Would God be pleased with the story you are writing?

Challenge

As you reflect on the events of your life, think of them from God's perspective. Are you focusing on earthly ambitions or have you have been working to serve God? What can you do better today to conform with Christ's teachings?

Verse

Do not conform yourselves to this age but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and pleasing and perfect.

Reference

Romans 12:2

Kindness

Posted on January 2, 2020

THOUGHT:

Can you ever remember a time when you regretted having said a kind word?

Challenge

No risk proposition: Offer some kind words to everyone today.

Verse

Pleasing words are a honeycomb, sweet to the taste and invigorating to the bones.

Reference

Proverbs 16:24