Stop trying to figure out how to live life and live it. Wisdom is grown out of experience and the application of God's Word.
For so many of us, we spend years focusing on the next move rather than making it. We weigh the pros and cons, make lists of contingency plans, and try to precisely calculate what to do if or when X, Y, and Z happens. This way of living keeps us held back from actually moving forward. Instead of enjoying the party, we continue to primp the house and clean up after those attending. Do not allow fear and failure or fear of failure keep you in bondage; use the Word of God to direct your paths and know that He will catch you when or if you stumble. Trust in the Lord at all times and enjoy the party. Live Life.
"A man's steps are directed by the LORD. How then can anyone understand his own way?" Proverbs 20:24
Be Inspired...to live life to the fullest by allowing the Lord to cleanse and use you. Allow Him to direct your paths and stop killing your spirit with fear and thoughts of failure. Do not give up on yourself because God will never give up on you.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Weaknesses: Entry Points for Failure
Your weaknesses are entry points for doubt, discouragement, and fear. Deny access to anything or anyone that opposes the Word of God.
Do not allow your weaknesses, flaws, or past mistakes hold you back from moving forward. Instead, let the word of God lead you into your victory. Shake failure off with thoughts of success. Strengthen your weaknesses through the love and the Word of God. Know that you have authority over your feelings, mistakes, and weaknesses. The enemy will always and forever try to hold you back from a life of abundance and joy; he will only do what you allow him to do. Continue to trust and depend on God - He is our source today, tomorrow, and forever.
"Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need." Ephesians 4:25-28
Be Inspired...to seek strength in all areas of life. Realize your power and authority in Christ.
Do not allow your weaknesses, flaws, or past mistakes hold you back from moving forward. Instead, let the word of God lead you into your victory. Shake failure off with thoughts of success. Strengthen your weaknesses through the love and the Word of God. Know that you have authority over your feelings, mistakes, and weaknesses. The enemy will always and forever try to hold you back from a life of abundance and joy; he will only do what you allow him to do. Continue to trust and depend on God - He is our source today, tomorrow, and forever.
"Therefore each of you must put off falsehood and speak truthfully to his neighbor, for we are all members of one body. "In your anger do not sin": Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold. He who has been stealing must steal no longer, but must work, doing something useful with his own hands, that he may have something to share with those in need." Ephesians 4:25-28
Be Inspired...to seek strength in all areas of life. Realize your power and authority in Christ.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Gratitude and Worship
Live with a sense of gratitude and worship. Begin to thank God for all He has done, is doing, and will do. He is worthy to be praised.
Doing something for someone is much more rewarding when a thank you is extended and an attitude of gratitude is shown. We must not forget what God has brought us through in life. If we do, we find ourselves in a place that is void of appreciation. When in need Thank God in advance. When coming out of something Thank Him for His mercy and grace. There is always a reason to thank and praise the Lord for His goodness. Jesus Himself, Praised Him!
"At that time Jesus said, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.Yes, Father, for this was your good pleasure. All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:25 - 30
Be Inspired...to become a vehicle of worship. Live life with appreciation at the heart of your day.
Doing something for someone is much more rewarding when a thank you is extended and an attitude of gratitude is shown. We must not forget what God has brought us through in life. If we do, we find ourselves in a place that is void of appreciation. When in need Thank God in advance. When coming out of something Thank Him for His mercy and grace. There is always a reason to thank and praise the Lord for His goodness. Jesus Himself, Praised Him!
"At that time Jesus said, "I praise you, Father, Lord of heaven and earth, because you have hidden these things from the wise and learned, and revealed them to little children.Yes, Father, for this was your good pleasure. All things have been committed to me by my Father. No one knows the Son except the Father, and no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son chooses to reveal him.Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11:25 - 30
Be Inspired...to become a vehicle of worship. Live life with appreciation at the heart of your day.
Friday, November 13, 2009
Faith = Belief + Expectation
When planting a seed one expects a harvest. The same is true for sowing the word of God into your heart. Believe It. Sow It. Expect The Blessing.
When we pray we need to expect an answer. When we ask we need to expect to receive. Sowing the Word of God into your heart is no easy chore. We have to get rid our past ways of thinking, we have to renew our mind, and we need to adopt certain habits that may be unfamiliar to us like being happy for no reason, believing the impossible, living a fearless life, and walking in love and forgiveness. It is sad but to many of us these things are foreign - but far from impossible. To have faith is to believe the promises of God and to expect for them to manifest in your life. When we are in need or want for something we do our part to obtain it. If we want a college degree we go to class, take notes on the professor's lecture, and study the course material. When being trained for a job, we learn, remember,and act out what we have been taught to do. In the end we graduate or get promoted. Push forward, through faith and obedience, to your new level in life. Go get your Inheritance!
"I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing." Genesis 12:2
Be Inspired...to believe the impossible, to dream big, to make a difference in your life and in the lives of the people you come across. Be Inspired to Believe, Expect, and Have Faith!
When we pray we need to expect an answer. When we ask we need to expect to receive. Sowing the Word of God into your heart is no easy chore. We have to get rid our past ways of thinking, we have to renew our mind, and we need to adopt certain habits that may be unfamiliar to us like being happy for no reason, believing the impossible, living a fearless life, and walking in love and forgiveness. It is sad but to many of us these things are foreign - but far from impossible. To have faith is to believe the promises of God and to expect for them to manifest in your life. When we are in need or want for something we do our part to obtain it. If we want a college degree we go to class, take notes on the professor's lecture, and study the course material. When being trained for a job, we learn, remember,and act out what we have been taught to do. In the end we graduate or get promoted. Push forward, through faith and obedience, to your new level in life. Go get your Inheritance!
"I will make you into a great nation and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing." Genesis 12:2
Be Inspired...to believe the impossible, to dream big, to make a difference in your life and in the lives of the people you come across. Be Inspired to Believe, Expect, and Have Faith!
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Relationships are Vital in Our Growth.
Be mindful of the people you connect with and their place in your life.
Let's face it, not everyone deserves a place in your circle. Not coming from a place of meanness but of truth; there are certain people we can do without at times. Anyone who is hindering your growth and development should be kept at a distance. We should never get to a place of loneliness or lowliness where we invite any and every person into our life. Just like we wouldn't invite a perfect stranger into our home we shouldn't invite random people into our lives. And even the people who currently exist in our social circle may need to be placed at a different level. Yes we are to be kind to all and loving to all BUT we have to become wise concerning the relationships we create. It is imperative to discern the good from the bad and the wise from the foolish. Never compromise your morals, values, or future for the people and ideas of this world. Stay Focused. Seek Wisdom. Be Strong.
"He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm." Proverbs 13:20
Be Inspired...to evaluate your social network; the people you associate with on a daily basis. Reflect on what it is they bring to your life and what you bring to their life. Be encouraged to change your actions and change your friends.
Let's face it, not everyone deserves a place in your circle. Not coming from a place of meanness but of truth; there are certain people we can do without at times. Anyone who is hindering your growth and development should be kept at a distance. We should never get to a place of loneliness or lowliness where we invite any and every person into our life. Just like we wouldn't invite a perfect stranger into our home we shouldn't invite random people into our lives. And even the people who currently exist in our social circle may need to be placed at a different level. Yes we are to be kind to all and loving to all BUT we have to become wise concerning the relationships we create. It is imperative to discern the good from the bad and the wise from the foolish. Never compromise your morals, values, or future for the people and ideas of this world. Stay Focused. Seek Wisdom. Be Strong.
"He who walks with the wise grows wise, but a companion of fools suffers harm." Proverbs 13:20
Be Inspired...to evaluate your social network; the people you associate with on a daily basis. Reflect on what it is they bring to your life and what you bring to their life. Be encouraged to change your actions and change your friends.
Wednesday, November 11, 2009
Move Forward and Experience Your New Season
Don't wait for a new year to become a new you. Declare your new season today. Initiate your blessings, renew your mind, and dedicate your life to Christ.
Entering into a new year symbolizes a new start for many of us; we make a list of resolutions and an oath to pursue them. Most of the time those lists are lost throughout the year and its objectives are forgotten as we slip back into the same routine of the years past. We have to understand in our mind and spirit that a new beginning is not found in a date but in the rising of the sun. Every single day, every hour, and every minute is an opportunity for change. We can make a new choice or a different choice about the same situations that we've faced over again. We have to learn from those mistakes and admit our way is not the best way.
Your new season starts with a choice. A choice to realize that we did not create ourselves therefore we have to rely on a higher being - Jesus Christ. Building a relationship with God is not difficult the difficulty is found in our unwillingness to let go and hand the power and authority over to Him. Initiating your blessings and renewing your mind starts with dedicating your life to Christ. By welcoming Him in your heart you welcome salvation, eternal life, abundance, wisdom, prosperity, and an unconditional love that can never be replaced. Move forward and experience your new season.
"Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." 2 Timothy 2:22
Be Inspired...to start your renewal process today. Change on purpose!
Entering into a new year symbolizes a new start for many of us; we make a list of resolutions and an oath to pursue them. Most of the time those lists are lost throughout the year and its objectives are forgotten as we slip back into the same routine of the years past. We have to understand in our mind and spirit that a new beginning is not found in a date but in the rising of the sun. Every single day, every hour, and every minute is an opportunity for change. We can make a new choice or a different choice about the same situations that we've faced over again. We have to learn from those mistakes and admit our way is not the best way.
Your new season starts with a choice. A choice to realize that we did not create ourselves therefore we have to rely on a higher being - Jesus Christ. Building a relationship with God is not difficult the difficulty is found in our unwillingness to let go and hand the power and authority over to Him. Initiating your blessings and renewing your mind starts with dedicating your life to Christ. By welcoming Him in your heart you welcome salvation, eternal life, abundance, wisdom, prosperity, and an unconditional love that can never be replaced. Move forward and experience your new season.
"Flee the evil desires of youth, and pursue righteousness, faith, love and peace, along with those who call on the Lord out of a pure heart." 2 Timothy 2:22
Be Inspired...to start your renewal process today. Change on purpose!
Monday, November 9, 2009
It's OK!
It's ok to get back up from falling down, it's ok to forgive, it's ok to move on, it's ok to change, it's ok to trust in Jesus Christ.
We often get into a mindset of stagnation where we feel like all of the things of our past are meant to keep us there and hold us hostage. No! This state of thinking is absolutely wrong and dangerous to possess because it stops us from doing what we as humans are meant to do - Grow. We are not meant to stay down once we fall. We are not meant to hold unforgiveness towards ourselves and others. We are not meant to stay stuck in one place, one state of mind, or one phase of spirituality. We are not meant to stay the same. We are not meant to live without Jesus Christ.
We are meant to be victorious and conquer any battle that comes our way even if at first we may stumble. We are meant to prosper in all areas of life; spiritually, mentally, emotionally, physically, socially, and financially. We are meant to love, honor, and cherish ourselves and others. We are meant to be happy and to live a life without fear or lack. We are meant and made to worship Christ our Lord and Savior. Refuse to think and believe otherwise or accept anything less than God's best (which is the best of the best). This is what we are made for and it's ok.
"And He humbled you and let you hunger and fed you with manna, which you did not know, nor did your fathers know, that He might make you know that man does not live by bread alone, but man lives by every word that comes from the mouth of the LORD." Deuteronomy 8:3
Be Inspired...to change your mindset by replacing negative thoughts with the Word of God. Continue to grow nearer to Him and watch as He changes you and your life.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Put money and other material possessions in their place in your life.
Even when we do not possess a lot of money we can still be found idolizing it. To be controlled by money and material things is to be cursed with confusion about the meaning of true success. Money is not the reward but the wisdom to invest money is. Material things are not the gifts but the ability to prosper the kingdom and share those things with others is the reward. God's resources are unlimited. For those of us who are blessed with much, never allow money to replace God and for those of us who may lack remember God is able to provide all of your needs. When you are blessed with the awareness of true success and the understanding on the role of money, God will open up a new realm of blessings for you. Trusting Him with our needs allows Him to trust us with His gifts.
"No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money." Matthew 6:24
Be Inspired...to evaluate your perception of money and material possessions. If you find yourself placing more value on these things rather than God, family, and purpose make positive changes now!
"No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and Money." Matthew 6:24
Be Inspired...to evaluate your perception of money and material possessions. If you find yourself placing more value on these things rather than God, family, and purpose make positive changes now!
Wisdom and Eternal Life....Priceless
There is no price tag on wisdom or eternal life.
Wisdom and eternal life are priceless treasures that cannot be purchased online or at the local mall. One cannot retrieve it from church through attendance, tithes, or offerings. Opening your heart up and allowing Jesus in is the only way to obtain both wisdom and eternal life. Never be swept away by religion or false teaches. Go to the source - The Word of God- which is the bible to find the answers to life's questions and the key to unlocking eternity.
"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and lose his soul?" Mark 8:36
Be Inspired...to accept Christ and live a life of abundant joy, wisdom, and the promise of eternal life.
Wisdom and eternal life are priceless treasures that cannot be purchased online or at the local mall. One cannot retrieve it from church through attendance, tithes, or offerings. Opening your heart up and allowing Jesus in is the only way to obtain both wisdom and eternal life. Never be swept away by religion or false teaches. Go to the source - The Word of God- which is the bible to find the answers to life's questions and the key to unlocking eternity.
"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and lose his soul?" Mark 8:36
Be Inspired...to accept Christ and live a life of abundant joy, wisdom, and the promise of eternal life.
Your Talents are Gifts from Above.
Use them to serve others and God.
We all have special abilities, dreams we want to live out, and goals we want to obtain. We also have the choice to use these things for good. Far too many of us give ourselves, our time, our money, and our mind away to worthless ideas and ideals. Instead of throwing precious gifts and ideas away, invest them others. Serve God by multiplying what He has so graciously given you.
"Do not give what is holy to dogs, and do not throw your pearls before swine, or they will trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." Matthew 7:6
Be Inspired...to discover your hidden talents. Use them in a way that helps others.
We all have special abilities, dreams we want to live out, and goals we want to obtain. We also have the choice to use these things for good. Far too many of us give ourselves, our time, our money, and our mind away to worthless ideas and ideals. Instead of throwing precious gifts and ideas away, invest them others. Serve God by multiplying what He has so graciously given you.
"Do not give what is holy to dogs, and do not throw your pearls before swine, or they will trample them under their feet, and turn and tear you to pieces." Matthew 7:6
Be Inspired...to discover your hidden talents. Use them in a way that helps others.
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
God's Will Always Prevails.
Despite the thousands of darts thrown at you, God will always provide an escape. Be Holy. Be Faithful.
Time and time again, we hear or may use the phrase "if it's not one things it's another." For this very reason, we need to focus our eyes on God and trust and obey Him. He is not trying to lead us astray, but in the right direction. Do not lose focus and place your eyes on the darts following you. Continue to push forward in the race of life; a runner will never win if his eyes are fixed on his opponent. He must keep his attention on the finish line at all times. We cannot take for granted the power we have within our mind, heart, and the bible. Use the escape routes God has planted within and before us and run straight into victory.
1 Samuel
Be Inspired... to priortize your goals and stay focused on obtaining them regardless of the obstacles along the way. Be sure to pray for guidance and confirmation.
Time and time again, we hear or may use the phrase "if it's not one things it's another." For this very reason, we need to focus our eyes on God and trust and obey Him. He is not trying to lead us astray, but in the right direction. Do not lose focus and place your eyes on the darts following you. Continue to push forward in the race of life; a runner will never win if his eyes are fixed on his opponent. He must keep his attention on the finish line at all times. We cannot take for granted the power we have within our mind, heart, and the bible. Use the escape routes God has planted within and before us and run straight into victory.
1 Samuel
Be Inspired... to priortize your goals and stay focused on obtaining them regardless of the obstacles along the way. Be sure to pray for guidance and confirmation.
Monday, November 2, 2009
One Cannot Comprehend God's Love and Compassion for Man.
God's love is so amazingly great that it's incomprehensible.
Forgiveness, Mercy, and Grace are His love gifts that we as humans so desperately need. Whether facing a trial or coming out of one, God is always the same. Even when we neglect to acknowledge or thank Him for all that He has done, His patience and compassion continue to grant us grace. Perhaps the issue with us in not understanding His love lies in the fact that we as humans seem incapable of reproducing it. Regardless of what man, woman, or child has taken you for granted at one point or another never confuse it with the love of God. Search within yourself to produce a love that's at least close to the greatest Love of All- God's Love.
"What is man, that You are mindful of him? and the son of man, that You visit him? For You have made him a little lower than the angels, and have crowned him with glory and honor. You made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet..." Psalm 8:4-6
Be Inspired...to accept the Love of Christ by inviting Him into your heart. Realize His strength is perfect.
Forgiveness, Mercy, and Grace are His love gifts that we as humans so desperately need. Whether facing a trial or coming out of one, God is always the same. Even when we neglect to acknowledge or thank Him for all that He has done, His patience and compassion continue to grant us grace. Perhaps the issue with us in not understanding His love lies in the fact that we as humans seem incapable of reproducing it. Regardless of what man, woman, or child has taken you for granted at one point or another never confuse it with the love of God. Search within yourself to produce a love that's at least close to the greatest Love of All- God's Love.
"What is man, that You are mindful of him? and the son of man, that You visit him? For You have made him a little lower than the angels, and have crowned him with glory and honor. You made him to have dominion over the works of Your hands; You have put all things under his feet..." Psalm 8:4-6
Be Inspired...to accept the Love of Christ by inviting Him into your heart. Realize His strength is perfect.
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