Self-Cleansing

Wow, summer is here. When we think about self-cleansing, we focus on physical weight loss. Have we ever stop to think about self-cleansing in preparation for our weekend with family members or loved ones? Of course, we do not think about it. If we did, what would it include? • Taking time to detox from our week. o Focusing on … Read More

HELP

Throughout our lifestyles, we hit the bump of I need help. We fear of admitting that somethings we cannot do on our own. The thoughts that run through our heads are: Why can’t I do this? I am a failure. What will people think of me. Some of the reasons we struggle with when thinking of asking for help are: … Read More

The Fear Of Asking A Question

We all have question we would like to get answered; yet, we fear asking others. We can quote the Scripture “For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline (2 Timothy 1:7 NIV). When it is time to ask, we select to remain quiet, and still lacking wisdom in the areas … Read More

Spoken Words

When we open our mouth to speak do we consider: Others are judging us by our words. We have an opportunity to bless or curse others through our word choices. We are creating an atmosphere of love, peace and joy. We are creating a cloud of darkness over others through gossip. We are entering into the territory of self-doom when … Read More

I Did It God’s Way

My Way (lyrics by Frank Sinatra) “And now, the end is near And so I face the final curtain My friend, I’ll say it clear I’ll state my case, of which I’m certain I’ve lived a life that’s full I traveled each and every highway And more, much more than this, I did it my way Regrets, I’ve had a … Read More

Finishing Our Race

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a huge crowd of witnesses to the life of faith, let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us” (Heb. 12:1 NLT). Now we are ready to finish this chapter … Read More

Motivation

God’s word motivates us to “Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye steadfast, unmovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord” (1 Corinthians 15:58 KJV). Motivation is a choice. How can we motivate ourselves to move forward? 1. Focus on our Goals. 2. Recruit some cheerleaders … Read More

The Question is: DO I Have To?

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There are days when we just do not feel like doing anything. When asked to do something in the area where we lack motivation or just plain tired our response to ourselves and maybe to others is Do I Have To? Instead of focusing on do I have to, let us engage in a motivation plan. First, talk to God. … Read More

Ear: Health Care

We all want to maintain our hearing. No one wants to be told we have hearing loss. A part of ear care would be to include yearly ear examinations. Here are some suggestions on how to protect our ears and hearing: 1.In a loud noise environment, try using earplugs. 2. Eliminate the need to shout over sounds (ex. Clubs, concerts, … Read More

The Question Is: Can I?

We all love to say, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength” (Philippians 4: 19 NIV). This can be illustrated through our: Trails- as we try to find victory during life challenges. As we are enduring disappointments, hurts, and loss of loved ones we can “Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when … Read More