January 14, 2011
Perspective
The times in life that we are frustrated with life is when we are not living our destiny. It is not as difficult as it sometimes seems, but it can look complex and complicated when our perspective is out of line.
To say to someone; “You can do anything or be anything you want to be,” is not exactly a good thing. If they believe they have a destiny designed for them by God then that is what they should do and be. It may just be semantics, but we have been given a gift and should use that gift for our destiny. It’s not what we want so much as what God wants for us. To not want to follow that plan would be saying that God was wrong or He should change. Again, this thinking is for the person that believes that God has prepared a destiny for them. I believe He has prepared a destiny for every person. I guess it goes to the point of do you God’s perfect will or His permissive will for your life? Some would say there is only His perfect will or not in His will at all. So it’s really our choice what we do. Just giving you my thoughts about it today. I believe each of you that read this is living in your destiny. It’s an exciting time to be alive. Don’t let anything or anyone discourage you. Know that God has got your back!
January 13, 2011
Grace for the Race
01 13 11 Thursday
Grace enables us to find our place; so we can run the race and not fall on our face. Ah, I am a poet and didn’t know it. I rhyme all the time. OK, ok sorry about that. We have been given grace to live our destiny.
Before we were born our route or plan had already been designed. How we go about it or the most part I believe is up to us. Grace is what protects us as we find our way toward our destiny. To say you can be or do anything you want to be or do is not exactly correct. Follow me here, if we are created by God, which I believe we all were, then He has a plan for us. So if we decide to go against that plan we are going against God. Granted that is our choice, just saying if we want to live our destiny to the fullest then we will do what He created us to do. I am not saying we don’t have choice in our lives, we have complete choice. However, if we don’t want to have frustration and confusion in our live then we will do what we were put here to do. Sounds complicated a little bit, but it’s really not. If it is your destiny to be an actress or a football coach then be an actress or football coach. If you are supposed to be an electrician you will never be happy as a brain surgeon. That’s my point. Be what you were created to be. Do what you were created to do. That grace I mentioned earlier will make a way for you. You have an awesome destiny and life yet to live. Your best days are yet to come!
January 11, 2011
Yes You Can
01 11 11 Tuesday
I wrote once about; “Yes you can.” You have permission to live your destiny. You are good enough, smart enough, and talented enough. Sometimes we need to hear that again.
We hear, too often, about we can’t do something or that we aren’t good enough to do something. Listen, you are good enough. It’s easy to believe the negative and bad stuff about us, but know that the opposite is true. Never think for a second that you don’t have what it takes. You have exactly what it takes.
If you were doing exactly what you were created to do, what would you be doing right now? Sometimes we think our purpose and destiny is tied to one area, when in reality it isn’t. So think about it, if you were living your destiny to the fullest; what, where, and who would you be?
January 10, 2011
Mind Battles
01 10 11 Monday
We are getting things in line. This year is going to be the greatest year ever for you. You have heard me say that many times. We can’t just wish it to be the greatest, but we have to have hope. Time to get your mind right.
If this is going to be your greatest year ever, you have to believe it. We sometimes believe the worst there is about us and our life. It is time we begin to have faith and know it is going to be a destiny filled year. The majority of the battle is in our mind. If we think defeated, negative, low self esteem thoughts; then we will never make it. That is why our thoughts and words are so important. Begin to think the thoughts of a champion and you will become a champion. Begin to think the thoughts of a winner and you will become a winner. You see the progression here? You will become what you fill your mind with. Get your mind wrapped around the fact that you have been wonderful and awesomely created. You have an incredible destiny. You have a great impact in folk. You do make a difference. You do matter. You do count. You are appreciated and respected. You are loved!
January 7, 2011
Power of Love
01 07 11 Friday
There is a place that we all desire deep down inside. The place where we are loved, accepted, forgiven, appreciated and respected. We all want these things in some form or fashion.
I want you to know that a place does exist. There can be peace in the middle of the situation you are going through. On your worst day ever, you can know that you are loved. No matter what you have done in your past; whether it was last night or 12 years ago; there is a place of forgiveness for you. You are not a cast off or cast out. There is a place where you are accepted for who you are and your gift. All of this comes from the love of God. The love of Jesus, it creates this place in us. It doesn’t matter where you are in the world; there is a place for you. Remember, He created you just the way you are. We may have done some things we aren’t proud of, but that never changes the fact that Jesus loves us. His love accepts us, forgives us, appreciates us, and respects us. It is all and all. Never doubt the power of love.
January 6, 2011
Destiny Robbers
01 06 11 Thursday
Let me ask you this; “Do you believe you have a destiny”? I have been surprised at the number of folk that have told me that they don’t believe they have a destiny. Now hear this; “Yes, you do have a destiny and it’s an awesome destiny.”
The catch, if there is one, is this; you have to do your part. God has created you with a gift and a destiny. He has a plan for your life and it’s to see you succeed at your destiny. However, if we choose not to walk it out then it will not happen. We are given the gift of choice as well as destiny. That’s why insecurities are such a horrible thing. They rob us of what is rightfully ours. When you are robbed of your destiny then the world too is robbed of something great. You have awesomeness inside of you. It does take work, everyday work, to get that awesomeness out and working, but you can do it. Don’t sell yourself short, don’t tell yourself you can’t do it, don’t say you aren’t good enough, don’t confess you have made too many mistakes. We all have come up short at some point in our lives. I have missed it countless times, but yet I continue to walk it out. I know I have a destiny and you too. Let’s put aside the issues, the insecurities, the unforgiveness, and pride. Let’s walk this out together.
January 4, 2011
It's Your Time
01 04 11 Tuesday
Getting in line with your destiny. This is the exact time and you are in the right place in 2011. We were born for this specific time in history. It’s time we start making a difference in this world.
Right where you are right now it’s your time and place. Start in your mind with your destiny plan. Rehearse it over and over until you know your part. This is your time! There is no greater time to be alive than it is today. You have been created for just this time. There are folk that are broken, in desperate need of what you have, but is what you have ready for them? Have you built up your spirit, soul and body to the point it is ready for destiny action? I am super pumped and excited about what is happening all around us right now. I know there are some sad and bad situations, but the answer is inside you. We have inside of us what it takes to make a difference in this world. Are you willing to do what it takes? You are not average, but above average. You are not ordinary, but extraordinary. This is the time, this is the place for you to live your destiny to the absolute fullest. We have to be sold out and all in!
December 30, 2010
Stir It Up
12 30 10 Thursday
It’s time to stir up that gift that is inside of you. I was thinking the other day about what is like when we are operating in our gift. Not so much from our point of view but from God’s point of view. He is the One who gave us our gift.
I was thinking what it must be like when we use our gift; whatever your gift may be. What does God see? What must He think when we are using our gift with no agenda, no motive except to honor Him? I don’t believe it is wrong to think that God has tough days, He is dealing us you know. So when we are just giving back to Him what must He feel? If it’s music, writing, art, teaching, care giving whatever your gift is, how proud of us is He? When we are in that flow, in the zone and what we are doing just seems effortless, you know it has to be because He is listening and watching. It’s not performing before God, but just enjoying God and He enjoying us. I know as a dad I am proud of my little girl when she is operating in her gift, even as young as she is, how much more must He feel toward us. It is beyond my concept, but I am beginning to get a sense of it. All of this is to say, use your gift. Stir up the gift that is inside you. Use it without agenda or motive. Just do it! You are an awesome and gifted person, no matter what that gift may be. As we lean into 2011, honor God with your gift.
December 29, 2010
Love is the Key
12 29 10 Wednesday
We are getting closer to great change. I don’t hinge great change on January 1st, but I use it as a point of reference. Great stuff is coming our way. Are you ready? Will you be aware of the changes?
If love is the determining factor in all you do; then you will be aware and you will be ready for the changes. We have to have unconditional love for ourselves and for others. Unconditional love for ourselves is always looking to love others. To love yourself is to serve others. When we love others and serve others then we will see the changes that are coming. We will begin to live our destiny when we love others. You see, selfishness can’t exist if unconditional love is in control. Selfishness and destiny can’t exist together. We have to love, if we are going to live our destiny. It is that simple. When we lay it all down, love is the only thing that will remain. Love is the key to this whole thing we call life, destiny, purpose and so on. Check yourself right now and see what is in control of your decisions, your thoughts, your life. Is it love or something else? Allowing love to be our decision-maker, our guide will change our live like nothing else. Love never quits, it never gives up and love always wins. Love never fails!
December 22, 2010
Born with a Purpose
12 22 10 Wednesday
We are getting close! So close to 2011. I hope you are as excited and full of anticipation about what is waiting for us in the upcoming year and decade.
We are so blessed and fortunate to be alive right now! You were not born a day too early or a year too late. You were created for a time such as this. Folk may try to make us believe that we are not any good and we should have never been born. That’s a lie! You and I were created for a special purpose and we were born right at the exact moment. We were not a mistake or an accident. Just because a person was not planned by their parents does make them a mistake or an accident. God planned for you and set in motion a great plan just for your life. We may have some physical or mental limitations, but we still have a destiny. Everyone, you and me included, have a destiny. Not just an ordinary destiny, but you have an extra-ordinary destiny. Don’t sell yourself or anyone else short. There is greatness in us all. There is a gift inside of you that is awesome. Prepare for destiny today! Prepare for greatness today! Prepare of significance today! Have no fear! Have no fear! Believe in the God that created you and the ability to accomplish what it is He created you to do.