I know at this time of year we’re all focused on “thankfulness.” That is the popular topic right now on social media and blogs, etc. Today, I want to dig a little deeper on what’s going on underneath. As Christians, we aim to be kind and do things to help others… but did you know we can be doing and saying all the right things and still be doing it all wrong? Our real motives can get quite messy… Other people see your deeds… God sees you motives. Some examples of wrong motives: Doing things to be seen by others; we hope to receive a pat on the back. [Matthew…
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What Opportunities Are You Missing?
One of my favorite stories from the Bible is about Joseph. His good attitude in times of difficulty is outstanding…and such an example for us. As you remember, Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery…and his good attitude brought him up the ladder until he was in charge of over all the household maintenance for his master. He was wrongly accused, and then thrown in prison…and again his good attitude brought him up the ladder until he was in charge of all the other prisoners. Eventually, every step brought Joseph closer to the purpose God had for his life…as he became second in command next to Pharaoh. God used Joseph to…
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You Only Live Once
How peculiar to say “you only live once” as an excuse to throw it away. Living for the moment…and what makes me happy right now…makes my life about me. Living for the future where I’ll spend eternity… and working to gain a faithful crown makes my life about Christ. Paul said, “Yet not I, but Christ liveth in me.” It’s not about me. It’s not about you. Remember my world and your world should revolve around Christ. Yes, you only live once…so choose very carefully. Hollywood produces movies where characters throw caution to the wind and they live only for the moment. They party now, enjoying things that feed their…
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Free November Planner 2015
November Events November 2nd (Monday) – Deviled Eggs Day ** November 11th (Wednesday) – Veteran’s Day November 17th (Tuesday) – Homemade Bread Day ** November 21st (Saturday) – National Adoption Day (Saturday before Thanksgiving) ** November 26th (Thursday) – Thanksgiving November 27th (Friday) – Black Friday Shopping Day For more fun things to celebrate with your family check this link: http://www.holidayinsights.com/moreholidays/november.htm November Free Printable Calendar – 2015 *Includes Free Thanksgiving Printable Click Here to View & Print Now November Focus: Overcoming Big Fat Lies We Tell Ourselves We women tell ourselves many things that are not the truth. Some of these things become real issues that we battle…