Monday, December 31, 2012
It's my prayer that God would do some incredible miracles in your life in 2013. God's miracles often start with our commitments. As we say “good-bye” to 2012 and “hello” 2013, what new commitments do you need to make? How can you get ready for the new? If 2013 is going to be a great […]
Wednesday, December 26, 2012
The other day I was reminded that it was winter. How? My hands notified me. They had taken on their winterized look and feel — dry, rough, irritated. I did something that I rarely do any other time of the year. I applied some moisturizer to them. And let the record reflect, it was moisturizer […]
Thursday, December 20, 2012
“I'm not happy with ____________________ . I'm not happy about ____________________ .” You fill in the blanks. It's highly likely that something readily comes to mind that completes the sentences. Your answers might be: “the weather, my job, my marriage, my boss, my children, my looks … “ There's no shortage of things that drag […]
Friday, December 14, 2012
We sometimes have needs that require us to ask someone for something. Making the “ask” for aid, assistance or advice isn’t easy for many folks. While there’re people whose first name should be “Ask,” because of the frequency and shamelessness of their requests, there’re many others for whom asking anyone for anything is absolutely excruciating. […]
Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Attitudes are a big part of life. They affect our feelings, impact our productivity and determine the quality of our relationships. We should never underestimate their power. When attitudes are improved, all parts of our lives improve. What is an attitude? It's the way we think about something or someone, and the emotions that go […]
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
God has a unique plan and purpose for your life. There's a work He wants you to do that no one can do quite like you. Certain resources are essential for effectiveness and success in God's assignments for your life. You can't do what you need to do or accomplish what you need to accomplish […]
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
I will give thanks … — Psalm 7:17 Each year we’re reminded of a very important part of life — of something that should be deeply ingrained in our character — the value of gratitude. The Bible is full of exhortations to give thanks — to God and people — for the blessings and gifts […]
Sunday, November 11, 2012
The human heart is much like a container. Throughout life we accumulate experiences and emotions, some good and some not so good. The good times and relationships of life leave us with positive memories and pleasant feelings. They build trust in us, and bring us joy and positive expectations for the future. The painful experiences […]
Thursday, January 5, 2012
What’s your capacity for responsibility? The capacity to carry and execute responsibility is a valued quality. It’s something that’s rare. It’s the capacity to faithfully steward duties and privileges assigned in an honorable and effective way. Responsible people take their jobs and assignments seriously. They put their whole heart into the things they’re given to […]