When we are preoccupied with our problems, our difficulties, our challenges and our tomorrows, then anxious thoughts seep in and gradually influence our perspective. The only way to guard against worry is to discipline our minds by focusing on our center, God Himself, the One who holds all our tomorrows.
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Discernment
Wisdom and discernment; we need them both. We may gain knowledge through books, seminars, counselors. But discernment isn’t found in any book written by man. It is acquired in God’s classroom. The One who created us knows our minds and thoughts so only He can fully open our minds and enlighten us to respond appropriately.
Praise Him at All Times
Praise is much more than a feeling or an activity. Praise is a lifestyle.
Different is Okay
God creates within each person unique traits and character. The work of the Master’s hands is diverse but never less than perfect. His design is never flawed.
COUNT YOUR BLESSINGS
When you’re feeling low, sing a thankful song, then list all the blessings God has given you.
The Power of a Godly Mother
Dear mothers, never underestimate the influence you have over your children’s future. Teach God’s words diligently to your children (Deuteronomy 6:7). Speak His promises over them. Place His Word as a gate over your home (Deuteronomy 6:9).
Just Say the Word
I fear that we sometimes forget we serve a holy God. Yet this holy, righteous God bestows grace upon grace. He does not do it because we are good or do good works, not because we have rank or power, not because we merit any good thing from His merciful hand. He does it out of pure love.
Available
Do you want to serve God but wonder if you have what it takes? The only ‘condition’ is a heart that is willing to say, “Here I am! Send me.”
A Case of the Grumbles
We grumble because life doesn’t match our expectations. When we grumble, we’re essentially saying, ‘God I don’t like what you’re doing in my life. I don’t like my current circumstances and don’t see a change coming anytime soon.’
It’s All in How You Look at it
Perspective; it’s the difference between what our eyes perceive and what God sees from an eternal viewpoint. We see the bad news; the wages of sin is death. Yet from God’s view, there is a wonderful promise that wipes the bad news clean off the slate; the gift of God is eternal life.