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Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Wordless Wednesday: If You Fall, Get Back Up!
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[F]or though the righteous fall seven times, they rise again, but the wicked stumble when calamity strikes. Proverbs 24:16 NIV
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Friday, June 8, 2012
Watch What You Say!
Death and life are in the power of the tongue. Proverbs 18:21a
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 NKJV
A few days ago, I was handed a printout called "My Never Again List." I found it an interesting read, and was going to reproduce it here, but then I remembered it was probably copyrighted somewhere. So I Googled it, and lo and behold, the list was written by Don Gossett of Don Gossett Ministries. Here is the link to the page.
Disclaimer: Seeing as all I did was find this particular piece, this is no endorsement of Mr. Gossett's ministries, nor am I against his ministry. I just did not take the time to go through his website. Plus, I liked what I read.
We've all done it before. And most time we don't know we've done.
"I'm such a ditz."
"I just can't do anything right."
"I don't have the strength to do it.
"I can't get hired in that position."
We make these confessions about ourselves, not knowing the power of our spoken words. Sure, enough of us only think these things, but enough of us actually speak these things. I usually correct people when they call themselves dumb or stupid. But I've been known to call myself stupid every now and again.
What we speak is incredibly powerful, and we need to get our acts together, and watch what we say, both to other people and ourselves. That's why confession of our faith is truly powerful. Confessions of sins, too.
But a few of us just confess the wrong things. Calling yourself stupid for one measly mistake? Stop. I don't care if you've never gotten something right in your life, if you don't change what you say, you never will. It's because of what you are saying that you've never gotten anything right. Get it?
On Don Gossett's list, he wrote, "Never Again will I confess weakness for "The Lord is the strength of my life," and "The people that know their God shall be strong and do exploits."
I thought because of my physical ailment, I was down for the count. I had made an attempt and found it to be exhausting. But I stopped that train of thought, and said, with God all things are possible. First, the reason why it was exhausting was because it was too soon. And secondly, so what? Just cause it was exhausting doesn't mean I should give up. Whatever you are allowing to hold you up, stop letting it get the best of you.
I just gave you two verses you need to make your mantra when you are feeling weak. Christ showed us how to defeat the negativity. When the devil tried to tempt him, he always countered with God's Word. We need to do the same.
The list on Don Gossett's site, can help too. And if that's not enough, open your bible and find something for your situation. Exercise that faith, and confess God's word over your life. Don't speak negative into your life, only speak positive for you and others. You have the power!
What have you been telling yourself that is hindering you? What have you been saying that have helped you overcome your negativity?
Stay Encouraged and Be Blessed!
I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me. Philippians 4:13 NKJV
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A few days ago, I was handed a printout called "My Never Again List." I found it an interesting read, and was going to reproduce it here, but then I remembered it was probably copyrighted somewhere. So I Googled it, and lo and behold, the list was written by Don Gossett of Don Gossett Ministries. Here is the link to the page.
Disclaimer: Seeing as all I did was find this particular piece, this is no endorsement of Mr. Gossett's ministries, nor am I against his ministry. I just did not take the time to go through his website. Plus, I liked what I read.
We've all done it before. And most time we don't know we've done.
"I'm such a ditz."
"I just can't do anything right."
"I don't have the strength to do it.
"I can't get hired in that position."
We make these confessions about ourselves, not knowing the power of our spoken words. Sure, enough of us only think these things, but enough of us actually speak these things. I usually correct people when they call themselves dumb or stupid. But I've been known to call myself stupid every now and again.
What we speak is incredibly powerful, and we need to get our acts together, and watch what we say, both to other people and ourselves. That's why confession of our faith is truly powerful. Confessions of sins, too.
But a few of us just confess the wrong things. Calling yourself stupid for one measly mistake? Stop. I don't care if you've never gotten something right in your life, if you don't change what you say, you never will. It's because of what you are saying that you've never gotten anything right. Get it?
On Don Gossett's list, he wrote, "Never Again will I confess weakness for "The Lord is the strength of my life," and "The people that know their God shall be strong and do exploits."
I thought because of my physical ailment, I was down for the count. I had made an attempt and found it to be exhausting. But I stopped that train of thought, and said, with God all things are possible. First, the reason why it was exhausting was because it was too soon. And secondly, so what? Just cause it was exhausting doesn't mean I should give up. Whatever you are allowing to hold you up, stop letting it get the best of you.
I just gave you two verses you need to make your mantra when you are feeling weak. Christ showed us how to defeat the negativity. When the devil tried to tempt him, he always countered with God's Word. We need to do the same.
The list on Don Gossett's site, can help too. And if that's not enough, open your bible and find something for your situation. Exercise that faith, and confess God's word over your life. Don't speak negative into your life, only speak positive for you and others. You have the power!
What have you been telling yourself that is hindering you? What have you been saying that have helped you overcome your negativity?
Stay Encouraged and Be Blessed!
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Tuesday, June 5, 2012
I Totally Forgot! One Year Anniversary Time!
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My first post went up on May 25, 2011. And I forgot. I've been busy, thanks to God's grace and favor. As I did on my other blog, I'll go over the highs and lows.
My most popular blog was about international forgiveness day and forgiveness. I was really surprised at that. I expected it would take years for this blog to grow.
I was also shocked that my post on bitterness was also popular. I hope you all struggling with it, are actively trying to get the root of it out of you. It blocks everything, and the person who caused the hurt either doesn't care or they have (or may) realized, you don't want to forgive them. I simply cannot stress how holding on to bitterness is unbecoming a Christian. Let it go. You don't have to be BFFs, but it is so satisfying when you are able to help those who have hurt you, and in doing so, you become a doer of God's word and become like Him, which should be all Christians' goal. You want to go to heaven, then let go of the bitterness.
What are my plans for the next year?
Write more.
Wrap up the Friendship series.
And we'll see after that. I have a couple of things I want to do, but I also have to get the work that pays the bills done, too, and that is taking a lot of time.
And not to leave you without some word, here's my all-time favorite scripture that I am still gaining wisdom from:
It is better to trust in the Lord
Than to put confidence in man.
Psalm 118:8 NKJV
Be Blessed and Stay Encouraged!
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