I have battled addictions all of my life; if 2 are good 17 gotta be better. Sometimes I have won; sometimes lost. Never measuring up to the standard I had for myself, never good enough. Always striving to be better; wanting to be a part of something bigger than me. For brief moments I would experience peace in my life, but never lasting. I know I have purpose & destiny; there is a plan for my life. Today is a day of recognizing internal change in me. I will never be the same again. Today practice is over and it’s time to play for keeps. Time to help others like myself to heal & find peace.
May 15, 2013
Pivot Time
May 1, 2013
Facing Challenges
Everyone faces challenges in life; some people run and hide from them; while others embrace their challenges.
When trials and challenges come, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or discouraged. You may feel lost or uncertain about the future. That’s when we need to turn our hearts and minds to God because He has promised that no matter what we face, we can have His perfect peace. We can feel His perfect love. We can have confidence because He has already overcome the world. The key is that we have to keep an positive perspective. We have to know that the trials that come our way are only temporary. We may experience tragedy or loss in this life, but with God on our side, we have the ultimate victory in eternity. We may have seasons of grief or sadness here on earth, but He is our comforter, and in the end, He will wipe away every tear from our eyes. Remember, when difficulties arise, focus on the fact that you have the ultimate victory. Don’t let fear paralyze you; instead, put your faith and hope in God. Those things that the enemy meant for evil, God will turn around for your good. He’ll lead you out stronger, wiser and more alive than ever before. How are you dealing with challenges today?
February 10, 2013
Failures and Mistakes
Mistakes happen. Failure happens. But no one can take my best from me. That’s mine. And that’s where I get my peace.
No matter where you’ve been, no matter what you’ve done, realize today that your destiny supersedes your mistakes. When God designed the plan for your life, it wasn’t dependent on you being perfect, never making a mistake, or never taking a wrong turn. No, God knew we would all make mistakes. He knows how to get you back on track no matter where you are in life. Just like there are many routes on a map, God has a plan to help you reach your destination. He has detours, shortcuts and bypasses. He has already calculated the entire route for your life. If you’re feeling like you’ve blown it, if you feel like you are too old, too far gone or too off track, know that nothing you’ve done, no mistake that you’ve made – or ever will make – is a surprise to God. He’s already got it figured out. He’s arranged a comeback for every setback! He has grace for every weakness. He has mercy for every failure. Receive it today and move forward with boldness into the destiny He has for you. Are you ready to move from mistakes and failures to success and destiny?
January 21, 2013
Complete Forgiveness
The act of forgiveness and learning to do it well are among the most powerful tools you have for getting inner peace and joy.
One of the major reasons people today don’t have any peace or joy in their lives is they have chosen to have unforgiveness. If you keep unforgiveness you can’t have joy and peace; there isn’t room for all three. Unforgiveness doesn’t share any heart space. Unforgiveness is demanding of your time and thoughts. It will control your attitude and actions. You can’t compromise with unforgiveness. You can’t negotiate with it either. The only way to have peace and joy in your life then is to totally irradiate unforgiveness from your life. Don’t play with it, don’t entertain it in any way. Complete kick it out, evict unforgiveness right now. Forgive those that have hurt you. Forgive those that have upset you. Forgive those that have taken advantage of you. Nothing is more valuable than your peace and joy. Forgive completely and totally today. Let go to the baggage that comes with the unforgiveness. All the bitterness, angry, resentment that is tied to unforgiveness has to go. Don’t let it have any place in your heart, in your mind. Be free of all that mess today. Welcome in the peace and joy that comes with forgiving others. Is there someone you need to forgive today?
January 15, 2013
Constant Kindness Blog/Podcast
The rewards of kindness are self-generating and unstoppable. The joy, peace, and happiness that flow from it creates in you an awesome life.
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No matter what may be happening in the world around you, you can always find something to show kindness for. Kindness is a powerful force that opens the door to God’s blessing. Showing constant kindness proves your faith in God because not only do you thank Him for what He has done in the past, you thank Him for what He will do in the future. It’s that kind of faith that pleases God. Constant kindness also shows humility because when we are kind, we magnify God instead of magnifying our problems. It gives us proper perspective and opens the door for God’s grace, favor and unconditional love. Are you showing kindness today? If you are missing the joy, peace, and happiness in your life that you are searching for; it could be from a lack of kindness. Constant kindness will make a difference. Are you showing kindness today?
January 14, 2013
Higher Process Level
Be loving and kind, and seek the peace that surpasses all understanding. Let go of selfishness and stretch for joy and happiness.
You will never go wrong, no matter what the situation you are facing, if you show love and kindness. That will bring you peace that others can’t figure out. The peace that passes all understanding is the peace that nobody can figure out. When you should be worried and upset, but you’re not, that is the peace I am talking about. The way to get to that place is by being unselfish. You give when no one is giving, and the person you giving to probably doesn’t deserve it. You give anyways. This should be our lifestyle for the new year. Operate in love. Always showing kindness to others. Find peace no matter what is going on in your life. Be a giver, never acting selfish. Moving toward joy and happiness at all times. You will find that you can have joy, when you are in the middle of a terrible situation. It is a lifestyle, not a goal or event. This is working your process at the highest level. If you are ready then it’s time to get started. You will never look back or regret it. Are you ready to move to a higher process level?
January 12, 2013
Stay With Peace
Do all you can to maintain loving, peaceful, and healthy relationships. We cannot be right with God and wrong with man.
Too often, people fall into the trap of strife. Someone says something that rubs you the wrong way, and before you know it, there is tension, arguing and division. The Bible tells us that strife opens the door to “every evil work.” It’s the enemy’s greatest trap to keep people from living out their destiny. But you don’t have to fall into the trap of strife, you can rise above it. You can simply drop the matter before it turns into something bigger than it needs to be. You don’t have to sink down to somebody’s level and argue with them and try to prove that you’re right. You weren’t put on this earth to correct everybody around you. If you are going to be all that God’s called you to be, you have to learn to stay above strife. Instead of letting disagreements pull your relationships apart, look for common ground to draw you closer to the people in your life. Look for peace. Look for ways to be a blessing. Stay above strife so you can enjoy your relationships and experience the blessing He has for you. Is strife hurting a relationship you are in today?
December 27, 2012
The Right Choice
You can learn a lot by observing people who are able to keep themselves in their own zone of peace, happiness, and love.
Peace, happiness, and love aren’t just random feelings; they are a choice. It’s a decision that we have to make by an act of our will. All throughout life, you’re going to have plenty of opportunities to lose your peace, your happiness, your love. We all go through disappointments. We all have times when things don’t go our way. It’s very easy to let the circumstances of life make us sour and dejected until we just go through the motions of day-to-day living. But if you’re going to live in victory, if you’re going to thrive the way God intends, you’ve got to make the decision that you’re going to enjoy your life. You’ve got to choose to be happy in spite of your circumstances, every single day. Today you have that choice. Make the positive, process minded choice to go with peace, happiness and love. You will see that your circumstances may not change, but you certainly will change. Be proactive as you go through the day. Make the decision that no matter what is going on I will stay positive by responding, not reacting. Are you ready to make that choice today?
July 2, 2012
Peace is Yours
You may be in a very difficult place today, but know that just as the sun did come up that God has His hand on you.
His mercies are new and fresh each and every morning. However, you have to be willing to accept and receive from Him. Your situation may be unfair, unjust and not of your doing, but you are still there none the less. When you change your perspective and know that God is on your side and you can still have peace in the middle of your own personal storm. He may not change the situation but He can change you so that you aren’t worried and anxious about it any longer. It may not be easy, but that’s why it’s called faith. If it were easy everyone would be doing it. Be still and know today that God is God and He is on control. Today would be the perfect day to realize that no matter what’s going on in and around you, that you can have a peace about it. God loves you and is right there with you. Is there a situation that you need to turn over to God today? Would you trust Him to handle all your care, worry and anxiety about it?
May 23, 2012
Peace Over Piece
That person that is beside you in line; driving you crazy, making you want to go off on them. Take a minute and think about this; you have no idea what they are going through.
When someone is irritating you or maybe it’s their kids, we want to give them a piece of our mind. Do you find yourself just wanting to tell them what you would do, how you would handle that kid or them? Take a moment to realize you have no clue what that person is experiencing in their life. If you had to live one day in their life, you would lose your mind. They could have lost everything the day before. You don’t know everything. You may think you have all the answers for everyone else, but you don’t. Neither do I. I do know that we need to look at others through eyes of love, compassion, love, and mercy. Show others grace and understanding. Give that person the benefit of the doubt. Give them a peace of mind rather than a piece of your mind. Treat them the way you want to be treated when you are going through a tough stretch. Be the one person that makes a positive difference in their life.