Monthly Archives: June 2011
June 20, 2011
Excess Baggage
If you are feeling that heavy feeling from carrying all of your past baggage with you; then today is your day to unload that heaviness.
If you have stuff in your past that is still keeping you down, then today is your day to rise up. If you feel depressed about things that you have done; then today is your day to be free of it all. For me I know in my case that 90% of my problems are in my own mind. We have to change our mindset about our past, our present, and our future. When I hear folk talk about how they have messed up their life and the lives of those around them; I know exactly what they mean. BUT we don’t have to keep that mindset. No matter our past; we still can make a difference. We don’t have to live defeated lives. Shake off those mindsets today! Begin to focus on the truth! Don’t listen to those negative, depressive voices. Rise above it all today. Today can be the greatest day of your life and tomorrow even better.
June 19, 2011
Rise Above
Have you ever said: I wish I had never been born. Today is the day you were created for; never again doubt your reason for being.
Most people have been through some really tough times. Horrible things may have been done to you; causing you wish you had never been born. You were created to overcome and you have a purpose. We have to rise above what has happened to us; by what we have in us. We all have those moments of discouragement and doubt, but by knowing the truth; we will be better not bitter. The pain we have gone through must be dealt with in the right way so that it doesn’t cripple us emotionally. Know the truth; you do have purpose, value, talent, and a destiny.
June 18, 2011
Integrity
Integrity is a powerful attribute in our lives. Integrity means that you are dependable. You are a person of your word. You’re consistent and honest.
You might say, “Oh, I’m a pretty good person. I do the right thing most of the time.” But understand, it’s the little foxes that spoil the vine. You can veer off course just a little bit, and before you know it, you’re miles away from your destination. Don’t allow the little things to keep you from your destiny; choose integrity — even when no one is looking. For instance, you might need some paper at home, but you shouldn’t take supplies from the office. Or, you might be running into a store for just a minute, but don’t park in the handicap parking spot unless you’re supposed to. If the checkout clerk makes a mistake and gives you too much money back, that’s not God’s provision, that’s a test of integrity!
Remember, if you’ll be faithful and choose integrity in the little things, God will make you ruler over much. Be a person of integrity and open the door for God’s blessing and honor all the days of your life!
June 17, 2011
Facing Adversity
There’s an old saying “attitude determines altitude.” In other words, a positive, faith-filled attitude will cause you to rise higher in life, but a negative, self-critical attitude will only drag you down.
When we face adversity, our attitude affects the outcome. Are we going to treat people right even when we’re being mistreated? Are we going to stay full of joy even when the bottom falls out? So many people get all bent out of shape and start complaining when things don’t go their way, but that kind of attitude only closes the door to God’s miracle-working power. The Bible says that faith is what pleases God. Understand that He’s trying to work in your life. He’s trying to get you prepared for promotion, but you’ve got to stay on His side. You’ve got to stand strong and fight that good fight of faith! If you are going through a difficult time today, I encourage you to keep an attitude of faith and expectancy. Start thanking God for bringing you through to the other side. As you stand strong, I believe you’ll rise higher. I believe you’ll come out stronger and wiser, and you will continue moving forward in the abundant life God has for you!
June 16, 2011
Still Waiting
Are you believing God for something that seems like it’s taking a long time? In the natural, you may have every reason to give up on what God has placed in your heart. At times, you may be tempted to get discouraged, but remember, God knows exactly where you are. He knows the desires He’s placed within you. He knows even the hidden dreams — what the Bible calls the secret petitions of your heart. Those are the things that you haven’t told anyone about. Maybe you thought they would never work out, or you’ve buried them because they didn’t happen on your timetable. God still has a way to bring them to pass.Be encouraged today because God is working behind the scenes on your behalf. Don’t settle for mediocrity because God knows what’s in you, and His plan is to finish the work He began in you!
June 15, 2011
Treating Others
The Golden Rule is; treat others like you want to be treated. How about this take on it; treat others the way they want to be treated. It really is the same as the Golden Rule.
How do you want to be treated? I believe we all want to be loved, appreciated, respected, and needed. We just go about it in different ways. Some folk, the worse you treat them, they more they like it. Never really understood that one, but I have seen it too many times; so I know it’s true. How we interpret love, appreciation and need are different I suppose. The key to it is to know how others want to be treated. We all want to be treated the same way; just in different means. Take time to learn other people’s personality and how they desire to be treated. This takes relationship with people. We have to set aside our own agenda when we establish relationships. Treat others the way they want to be treated. It is a lifestyle not a holiday or occasional thing.
June 14, 2011
Whose Life
Whose life is better today because you are in it? Whose destiny is more clearer today because you have encouraged them? Whose life has been encouraged today because you encouraged them?
We go through our day to day life waiting for and expecting others to do something for us. It is time that we start being the instigator of the acts of love, hope, encouragement. Whose life did you impact today for the positive? Whose life is more peaceful now because you were there? You have a gift to influence other’s lives for the good. You can make a difference today. Don’t let fear stop you. Step out today and make an impact in the world. You may only touch one person, but if that person touches one and that person touches one; well you see my point. Today is your day to change the world one person at a time.
June 13, 2011
Keep Hope Alive
Do you ever find yourself frustrated with your life? You really didn’t think five years, ten years or twenty years ago that you would be right where you are today. Sometimes our lives take many twists and turns.
You may not have ever thought you would be where you are today. You may be pleasantly surprised or frustrated and disappointed. Never give up hope though. Don’t quit just because it looks like you are behind. Things aren’t always as they appear. There are things taking place behind the scene that you don’t know about. There are positive things happening that have not manifested just yet. The trouble is; so many folk lose hope and give up just before their breakthrough. Stay in the mix, don’t stop, don’t give up. Keep your love level high and your hopes up.
June 12, 2011
Finishing Strong
A lot of the time when we have a dream in our heart, we start off strong. We head down the path toward our goal, and we’re so excited! But along the way, we hit some roadblocks and encounter some adversity. Many times, people will just give up and take the easy way out. But we have to remember, it’s not how we start that counts; it’s how we finish. Anybody can be fired up at the beginning, but I’m encouraging you to stick with it until the end! Have the determination to go all the way through. Don’t stop at the halfway mark just because times are tough. Don’t quit because you don’t see anything happening.
Today, if there’s a dream in your heart, something you’re believing for — a relationship to turn around, a business opportunity or to overcome an addiction — keep pursuing it! Run your race to win the prize! Don’t settle until you see the fullness of what God has placed in your heart. As you stand strong in your faith, I believe God will pour out His favor and blessing upon you, and you will see the victory He has in store for you!
June 11, 2011
Test of Leaders
Leadership is easy when life is easy. It’s really not even necessary, but when life does show up; that’s when the true leaders will be needed & revealed.
This is true for both leaders of many people and those that just lead a few people. You may only lead yourself, but it still holds true. If you desire to be a leader of many, you first have to be able to lead yourself. Self-leadership can be the most difficult of all leadership positions. To get back to our foundation statement though; your leadership level is revealed during the tough times in life. When situations are critical and crucial; that is when you will see just how good a leader you are. I heard someone say the other day that they would not want to be president of the United States right now because of all the problems we have. This would be the most awesome time to be the leader of our country. It’s those that can step up in the tough times that we remember. So if you are going through some really tough times, this is your finest hour. Step up to the challenge today!