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What is it that makes us scared to put all of our faith in Jesus? Some of us are well versed in the Bible, devoted to prayer, faithful in attending worship services, and/or generally live our lives by the “golden rule.” If we are doing some or all of those things, what makes us hesitant to surrender to Jesus? Could it be that we think we have surrendered to Jesus, but in reality are still in control of our daily lives? I have found that I frequently have to surrender and give up control. I surrender and shortly after…
I learn daily from things I do right, things I do wrong, and from being observant regarding what is going on around me. I am grateful that I am able to choose a positive approach to most daily challenges. I have learned not to dwell on any one situation. I don’t allow myself time to worry. I do, however, look for something I can learn that will move the situation forward. Always looking for opportunities to grow from the “storms” that we experience. Am I able to move through the challenges and be better prepared for the future? Hindsight…
How is it that we allow ourselves to get tangled up in assumptions? Why do we stop short of asking the questions or doing our research? I remember a time when I was asked to take a look at a business opportunity. I tend to be entrepreneurial and typically will listen to the pitch. I have a few standard benchmarks the business has to pass before I will spend time evaluating an opportunity. This business passed the basic test and I was intrigued enough to find out more information. The person pitching the business made a 30-minute presentation and…
What is your biggest fear? There have been times in my life when that question has stopped me in my tracks. Fear was never a word in my vocabulary. I did not have time for fear. Or maybe it was that I had not yet pushed myself to experience fear. Sometimes my fears are unknown. I don’t know that something is preventing me from moving forward. It might be something happening in the world or something specific to my life. There are times when fear camouflages itself making one feel unable to function. Baggage that has built up over…
I cherish the moments when I am surrounded by people who inspire me. I find it uplifting to be in the presence of people who find it in their hearts to give encouragement to others. In today’s world, it is easy to get caught up in the negative, the gossip, the stress, and the blame. I try not to let myself get off track and avoid the above situations. Often I find inspiring people at the most unusual times and places. I don’t necessarily look for people who inspire, but I am drawn to people who inspire. Kindness…
One of my strengths is that I am able to believe and have faith that good things will happen and that I will persevere through anything to walk my intended path. There could be numerous negative things that surround me but I will see the light. I have learned over the years to walk the path without reservation. I am not looking for everything that went wrong but moving toward opportunities that appear among the clouds. I might see things that I am not happy about, but I don’t dwell on those moments I concentrate on what I can…
It is risky to be real, but empowering just the same. Why is it scary to be real? Because it requires stepping out in faith. It means that I am totally exposed and people have the choice to accept or not accept the person I have become. That in itself is scary. It is a risk to take off the mask and unveil the true colors. I never changed who I was in character or spirit. I did, however, hold the strength of my faith in the closet for years. It wasn’t that I didn’t let anyone in…
The stage is set to pull off a major event which takes planning, effort, cooperation among people, and an ability to understand the importance of timing. Sound familiar? Have you ever launched a business, been the leader of an organization or event, or planned a vacation? One can do everything right and if the timing is off success is in jeopardy. My life took direction immediately after graduate school. I had thought I would be accepting a position at a university when an offer was extended to work in industry. At the time the job offer was half of what…
Last week I wrote about how faith, prayer, love, service, and forgiveness all work synergistically to help me face life with a positive outlook. At the same time judgment, control, self-pity, blame, and worry are things that I aspire to eliminate in my life. It is a work in progress, but the good news is that I am aware and normally recognize when the nasty side makes its appearance. I quickly change my attitude and rely on faith, prayer, love, service, and forgiveness. With the sudden realization that I am processing judgmental thoughts, I silently ask Jesus for forgiveness…
When I want to change my attitude or outlook on life, I quickly evaluate my priorities and reestablish how faith, prayer, love, service, and forgiveness are working in my life. Do I have a realistic perspective or am I living a life full of stress? Am I allowing fear or faith to lead my life? For me, faith is first. I can sense when I step over the line and try to manage my life rather than walk my intended path. I center my thoughts on Jesus and trust that opportunities will arise if I am open to all possibilities…