Giving to your local church is both a privilege and a responsibility. It is a privilege because we have been so blessed. God has been good to us. We do not deserve all He has done for us. Blessing others is a blessing. It is a responsibility because God expects us to use some of the resources He has given…
A positive attitude is one of the most important keys to your success. This is one area where you have control. You cannot always control the circumstances, but you can control how you feel about things. The more you master this area, the more opportunities you will see open up for you. What exactly is a positive attitude? Perhaps the…
Your body is a gift from God. You only get one. It is essential for you to take good care of this beautiful gift. The better you care for your body, the better it will treat you. Step One – Make A Decision The first thing you have to do is make a decision to be and do better. Everything…
Prayer is a matter of the heart. Prayer, in its purest form, is communication with God. Prayer is meant to be a “dialogue,” not a “monologue.” When we talk to God, rather than with God, we miss the real beauty of prayer. Prayer is a privilege that we should never take for granted. True prayer is an effort to more…
Each child you have is a gift from God. You have been given oversight (or stewardship) of your child(ren). One day, they will launch out on their own. Hopefully, what you have instilled in them will remain with them. You have no control over your child once they become an adult. Accepting this is a significant step toward feeling good…
Forgiveness can sometimes be one of the hardest things in life to do. Remembering the wrongs done to you can be very painful. If you are not careful, the video of what happened to you will constantly play in your mind. It can feel like you are caught in a loop – experiencing things over and over again. Keys to…
Purpose is “the reason for something or someone’s existence.” It is the reason something or someone was created. Look around you. Everything around you began in someone’s mind. You are actually surrounded by thoughts. More precisely, you are looking at the manifestation of someone’s thoughts. The computer, phone, or other digital device you are reading this on was once just…
This is a very frequent question that I hear. Many people want to know how important it is to actually attend church services. Some believe it is not necessary. Others believe it is essential. What is the truth? Let’s begin with what the Word of God says about attending church services. “23 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess,…
Many people ask if there is a simple plan for financial success. Everyone wants to succeed financially, but everyone’s situation is different. While there is no magic bullet, there are some simple things each person can do. Generically, there are 2 ways to enhance your financial situation. Increase your income. Sometimes the challenge is you are simply not making enough…