An investor is someone who has a commitment with an expectation. On the other hand, a Gambler is someone who takes chances, hoping for a gain.
Read MoreSelf-discipline is the ability to make yourself do something you don’t necessarily want to do, to get a result you would really like to have.
Read MoreI have had my share of past regrets, mistakes and bad decisions I wish I had never made. But, I have learned that I shouldn’t dwell on these things. Nothing can change our past, but we can put a positive spin on our future.
Read MoreMillions of Americans commit to New Year’s resolutions each year, yet most sadly give up pretty quickly on their personal promises. The goal/resolution is generally some form of transformation, whether it be a new physical fitness routine, healthy eating or a more organized lifestyle.
Read MoreThe Bible tells us that all we need is faith of a mustard seed. Do you realize how small that is? About the size of a large grain of sand. I like this quote from a well known pastor, “Faith begins where man’s power ends.”
Read MoreTraditions are especially noticed this time of year. Celebrations of Christmas with parties, ceremonies, gatherings and special memories are created. I always give a bell to my grandkids to put on their tree, hoping that when I’m long gone, they will remember me when they see the bells.
Read MoreWe, in the United States, specifically are so blessed. There are so many things to be thankful for, that we tend to take for granted; running water, a warm house, etc.
Read MoreI’ve come to learn that hope and peace go together. One could say that peace is an absence of conflict, but is it really? Hope is that expectation, or a possibility that something might happen.
Read MoreBuilt into most phones or computers is a calculation of how much screen time you use. There have been times when I’ve seen that number and realize that’s way more than I thought.
Read MoreIf you know me, I have prayed for you. Jesus tells us in the Bible that if we ask, we will receive. This I believe in with my whole heart. It may not be the answer you want, but God hears us.
Read MoreReality is defined as the state or quality of having existence or substance.
In today’s world, the topic of reality could be a discussion of reality tv, or people who are living out of reach of reality.
Read MoreMy life verse is Jeremiah 29:11 - “ For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
Read MoreI was never the popular girl in school. As a matter of fact, I avoided most school events or social outings, because of my own insecurity. I considered myself below average, never wanting to draw attention to myself.
Read MoreOne way to describe endurance is the physical strength such as in a marathon, giving birth, or it can be an exhausting mental situation or stressful time.
Last year I spent a week with my two youngest grandkids, ages 3 and 5. Talk about endurance!
Read MoreI love my quiet time with God every morning; time to sit and talk to Him, like He’s sitting next to me. But, also a time to listen and just be; a time to check in.
Read MoreIn Genesis 1:31, “God saw all that He had made, and behold, it was very good.” It begins with an understanding that we are created for better than our current circumstances. God didn’t create us to live in brokenness. We were all created in His image and for His glory.
Read MoreEveryday when we open our eyes to meet a new day is truly a gift, not a guarantee.
If you’re a Christian, you know this. God doesn’t promise a tomorrow for any of us, but He does promise to be with us in any and all circumstances.
Read MoreRepetition is merely something repeated. In some of my routine workouts, I will do so many reps per exercise times 3.
This consistent repetition will eventually pay off, in that the muscle being worked will become stronger.
Read MoreI used to love watching my youngest grandchild trying to form sentences. Finding words and articulating them into an understandable conversation is adorable on a 2 year old.
Read MoreIn the late 90’s something started happening to our world that would change the trajectory forever.
Computers were already on the scene, but the invention of the iphone appeared and nothing else of that significance has come along since.
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