Month: October 2023

God's Guidance

Posted on October 30, 2023

THOUGHT:

Your sacred space is where you can find yourself over and over again.

Challenge

Make it a priority this week to find a "sacred place" where you can be alone with your thoughts. Where you can truly clear your mind to a point where you have a better view of yourself. Where you can more easily see the things that matter the most. Where you can more easily remind yourself of who you are, what you stand for, and what makes you happy and gives you peace. Go back there again tomorrow. God will be waiting for you there.

Verse

May my meditation be pleasing to him; I will rejoice in the LORD.

Reference

Psalm 104:34

Character

Posted on October 27, 2023

THOUGHT:

Good people bring out the good in people.

Challenge

You can't be a good person in a vacuum anymore than a surgeon can operate without a body. So go out and spread good deeds to all those you encounter and show them the kindness built into every one of God's creations. Share your goodness with others and set an example they may follow.

Verse

Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.

Reference

Matthew 5:16

Priorities

Posted on October 26, 2023

THOUGHT:

Life is like riding a bicycle. To keep your balance, you must keep moving.

Challenge

How is the balance in your life today? Take a minute and ask God for the guidance to prioritize your schedule so you can MOVE FORWARD and focus only on the things that really matter.

Verse

But seek first the kingdom [of God] and his righteousness, and all these things will be given you besides.

Reference

Matthew 6:33

Attitude

Posted on October 25, 2023

THOUGHT:

The attitude you bring to the day is what the day will bring to you. Great attitude, great day.

Challenge

Bring a great attitude with you into each and every day. Start the day out in prayer. Ask God for the strength and wisdom to start your day with a smile on your face, a positive attitude, and the perseverance to keep the faith no matter what obstacles may fall onto your path.

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

Change

Posted on October 24, 2023

THOUGHT:

The person you want to be is already inside you, otherwise you wouldn't want to be that person.

Challenge

Remember that God gave all of us unlimited potential. Spend time today praying, meditating, and in deep thought finding your calling and potential. Have faith that you will ultimately discover God's plan for you and act on it. Don't wait, do it today.

Verse

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.

Reference

Jeremiah 29:11

Wisdom

Posted on October 23, 2023

THOUGHT:

Today is a great day to learn something new.

Challenge

The Bible is full of information, and undoubtably there will be something you will discover that will be new and will refresh your life. Spend a few minutes in the Bible today, and every day. Make a habit of reading and reflecting on something new every day.

Verse

Do not let this book of the law depart from your lips. Recite it by day and by night, that you may carefully observe all that is written in it; then you will attain your goal; then you will succeed.

Reference

Joshua 1:8

Faith

Posted on October 20, 2023

THOUGHT:

Prayer is bringing your wishes and worries to God; faith is leaving them there.

Challenge

Have you ever heard anything ring more true? How wonderful the blessing that you can bring your wishes and worries to the one place where you can truly get help. The challenge is leaving them with God knowing that he will take care of you in His time.

Verse

Therefore I tell you, all that you ask for in prayer, believe that you will receive it and it shall be yours.

Reference

Mark 11:24

God's Guidance

Posted on October 19, 2023

THOUGHT:

You don't have to choose between staying close to God and staying on your course - God IS the way!

Challenge

Focus your thoughts on God and He will guide you carefully along today's journey. Don't worry about what is around the next bend. Just concentrate on enjoying God's presence and staying in step with Him.

Verse

Jesus said to him, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.

Reference

John 14:6

Gratitude

Posted on October 18, 2023

THOUGHT:

Being grateful does not mean that everything is necessarily good. It just means that you can accept it as a gift.

Challenge

Life on earth is not perfect, that is reserved for the afterlife. However, be grateful for the many blessings you have, including the promise of eternal life. Say a quick prayer right now thanking God.

Verse

Therefore, we who are receiving the unshakable kingdom should have gratitude, with which we should offer worship pleasing to God in reverence and awe.

Reference

Hebrews 12:28 

Comfort

Posted on October 17, 2023

THOUGHT:

The friendship God offers you is both practical and down-to-earth, yet it is saturated in heavenly Glory.

Challenge

Live in God's presence and you live in two realms simultaneously: the visible world and the unseen, eternal reality. Equip yourself to stay conscious of God while walking along your earthbound path. Pause often today and Think About God walking beside you.

Verse

I no longer call you slaves, because a slave does not know what his master is doing. I have called you friends, because I have told you everything I have heard from my Father.

Reference

John 15:15

Trust

Posted on October 16, 2023

THOUGHT:

God's reasons for allowing adversities may be shrouded in mystery, but His continual presence is an absolute promise.

Challenge

Seek God in good times; seek God in hard times. You will find Him watching over you ALL of the time.

Verse

Yet when you seek the LORD, your God, from there, you shall indeed find him if you search after him with all your heart and soul.

Reference

Deuteronomy 4:29

Holiness

Posted on October 13, 2023

THOUGHT:

Worship God in the holiness of beauty.

Challenge

God created beauty to declare His holiness - a magnificent rose, a glorious sunset, oceanic splendor - all these things are meant to proclaim God's presence in this world. Many people rush by them without giving them a second thought. Stop. Be awed by nature's beauty and see God's holy presence in His creations.

Verse

Give to the LORD the glory due his name. Bow down before the LORD’s holy splendor!

Reference

Psalm 29:2

Character

Posted on October 12, 2023

THOUGHT:

Awakening is not just changing who you are, but discarding who you are not.

Challenge

It is easy to become distracted by what we think the world wants us to be. It is easy to be seduced into changing our character by the temptations we know in our hearts are not right. Ask God to give you the strength to awaken the values and principles he planted in your soul, and to shed the things that pull you away from your true self.

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

Action

Posted on October 11, 2023

THOUGHT:

Do not let what you cannot do interfere with what you can do.

Challenge

God has provided you with all the skills you need to serve Him. What can you do today to serve God? What are you waiting for? Stop worrying about what you can't do and take action today in service to God.

Verse

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

Reference

Philippians 4:13

Adversity

Posted on October 10, 2023

THOUGHT:

Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations.

Challenge

Our Faith ensures us that the ultimate destination is eternal life with Jesus. Regardless of your daily sufferings, continue to faithfully seek God. Our sufferings are temporary, but our salvation is everlasting.

Verse

I consider that the sufferings of this present time are as nothing compared with the glory to be revealed for us.

Reference

Romans 8:18

Encouragement

Posted on October 9, 2023

THOUGHT:

When we seek to discover the best in others, we somehow bring out the best in ourselves.

Challenge

Look for the best in those around you. Sincere recognition for a job well done can make all the difference in someone's life. Be YOUR best today by finding a way to bring out the best in others.

Verse

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

Reference

Philippians 2:4

Goals

Posted on October 6, 2023

THOUGHT:

Look in the mirror - that's your competition.

Challenge

Culture may tell you that you should strive to be a better [fill in the blank] than others. God calls us to emulate Him in all that we do. Reflect on your goals and take the first step in that direction. With God in you, there is no competition you can't win.

Verse

Whatever you do, do from the heart, as for the Lord and not for others,

Reference

Colossians 3:23

Praise

Posted on October 5, 2023

THOUGHT:

Happy people don't go through life collecting recognition. They go through life giving it away.

Challenge

Be generous with your accolades, kudos, and praise of others throughout your day. You'll make their day and their smiles will make yours. Remember, everyone you encounter today is of God's creation and deserves your recognition and love.

Verse

love one another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing honor.

Reference

Romans 12:10

Courage

Posted on October 4, 2023

THOUGHT:

Courage doesn't always roar. Sometimes courage is the quiet voice at the end of the day saying I will try again tomorrow.

Challenge

Courage does not always require heroic acts. Most of the time it just requires you to persevere, to show up and to keep trying. Find God's quiet voice within you and act on His encouraging words. If you are not hearing the words, maybe you are not trying hard enough to listen.

Verse

He also told them, “Take care what you hear. The measure with which you measure will be measured out to you, and still more will be given to you.

Reference

Mark 4:24

Encouragement

Posted on October 3, 2023

THOUGHT:

A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows.

Challenge

Shine your light on the world today - it can be as simple as a smile or an encouraging word. Don't pass on an opportunity to brighten someone else's day.

Verse

Just so, your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your heavenly Father.

Reference

Matthew 5:16