Spiritual— Blessed is the man
who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked
or stand in the way of sinners
or sit in the seat of mockers.
2 But his delight is in the law of the LORD,
and on his law he meditates day and night.
3 He is like a tree planted by streams of water,
which yields its fruit in season
and whose leaf does not wither.
Whatever he does prospers.
Physical—
• Diet- Start limiting food and sugars drink 100 oz of water a day,
• Body-Continue training for 5k run, treadmill 3 days a week 2 miles and time it and start lifting program
Family- Proverbs 5:19 (Wife) may you ever be captivated by her love
• Parenting- Family night Monday, Father Daughter Dance Saturday
• Marriage- Date night Thursday
Financial-
Ministry-
Monday, February 22, 2010
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Overwhelmed?
Have you ever felt overwhelmed? Have you ever felt that you are trying to take on too much and you just can’t do it all? I really feel this is a huge way the enemy tries to attack us in feeling that we can’t take on certain things. Too many times we feel like we can’t take on certain things because we might have too much on our plate.
Now I do believe in complete balance in our lives. I believe you should be able to balance your time between God, family, work and community development. I truly believe you should have a day of rest to recoup and get re-energized for your life. But sometimes we might fall short of what God has for us. Sometimes we don’t take on as much as we can because the enemy tries to leak into our lives and plant thoughts like, you are already doing too much.
I have had several times in my week where I have been overwhelmed, so I too am dealing with this. I have even been forgetful in things because I have so much on my plate.
I have a few ideas on what can be done in cases of being overwhelmed:
1) Turning to the word.
Matthew 6:27 says, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life.”
Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek first His kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you.”
2 Timothy 1:7 I have changed and said, “God did not give me the spirit of overwhelm, but of power and of love and of self control….and a sound mind.”
2) Praying to God for strength.
Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
1 John 4:4 says, “Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world.”
3) Take notes on what all needs to be done: this will help you remember all you need to get done and not get you sidetracked on doing something else when a thought comes in while you are already doing something.
4) Schedule out your weeks: use block scheduling where at certain times of the day you are focused on certain things.
5) Use your NET (no extra time): like when you are driving, to get caught up on your calls, when working out get caught up on spiritual growth, when waiting for someone or something, get caught up on reading or reaching out to others.
Now I do believe in complete balance in our lives. I believe you should be able to balance your time between God, family, work and community development. I truly believe you should have a day of rest to recoup and get re-energized for your life. But sometimes we might fall short of what God has for us. Sometimes we don’t take on as much as we can because the enemy tries to leak into our lives and plant thoughts like, you are already doing too much.
I have had several times in my week where I have been overwhelmed, so I too am dealing with this. I have even been forgetful in things because I have so much on my plate.
I have a few ideas on what can be done in cases of being overwhelmed:
1) Turning to the word.
Matthew 6:27 says, “Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life.”
Matthew 6:33 says, “Seek first His kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you.”
2 Timothy 1:7 I have changed and said, “God did not give me the spirit of overwhelm, but of power and of love and of self control….and a sound mind.”
2) Praying to God for strength.
Philippians 4:13 says, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”
1 John 4:4 says, “Greater is He that is in me than he that is in the world.”
3) Take notes on what all needs to be done: this will help you remember all you need to get done and not get you sidetracked on doing something else when a thought comes in while you are already doing something.
4) Schedule out your weeks: use block scheduling where at certain times of the day you are focused on certain things.
5) Use your NET (no extra time): like when you are driving, to get caught up on your calls, when working out get caught up on spiritual growth, when waiting for someone or something, get caught up on reading or reaching out to others.
Monday, February 15, 2010
40 Week Renewal of Our Life Week 19
Week 19 February 14th
Spiritual— Proverbs 20:5 The purposes of a man's heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out
Physical— 1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
• Diet- Start limiting food and sugars drink 100 oz of water a day, stop eating fast food
• Body-Continue training for 5k run, treadmill 3 days a week 2 miles and time it and start lifting program
Family- Proverbs 5:19 (Wife) may you ever be captivated by her love
• Parenting- Family night Monday
• Marriage- Valentines Retreat to C3 Church Conference Wednesday to Saturday
Financial- Philippians 4:19 And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus
Ministry- Colossians 1:24 Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ's afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church.
Spiritual— Proverbs 20:5 The purposes of a man's heart are deep waters, but a man of understanding draws them out
Physical— 1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
• Diet- Start limiting food and sugars drink 100 oz of water a day, stop eating fast food
• Body-Continue training for 5k run, treadmill 3 days a week 2 miles and time it and start lifting program
Family- Proverbs 5:19 (Wife) may you ever be captivated by her love
• Parenting- Family night Monday
• Marriage- Valentines Retreat to C3 Church Conference Wednesday to Saturday
Financial- Philippians 4:19 And my God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus
Ministry- Colossians 1:24 Now I rejoice in what was suffered for you, and I fill up in my flesh what is still lacking in regard to Christ's afflictions, for the sake of his body, which is the church.
Friday, February 12, 2010
Creature of Habits
We are all creatures of habit. There are certain things I do that are totally out of habit. God has been working on me to make sure I am changing constantly. I think the awesome thing about God is that he won’t show us everything wrong with us at the same time; he corrects one area of our life at a time. We must lean on Him and make sure we are not falling into the trap of just being creatures of habits.
Some habits can give life but some habits can destroy your life. I have to make sure that I am developing the daily habits God wants me to have so I don’t allow my fleshly habits to get in the way. Some of us all have habits whether good or bad, we need to remember to make sure we are allowing God to work on us to develop his habits.
Joshua 1:8 says, Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
Some daily habits you should remember to focus on are, reading the Bible and praying. What are some other healthy habits we should form?
Some habits can give life but some habits can destroy your life. I have to make sure that I am developing the daily habits God wants me to have so I don’t allow my fleshly habits to get in the way. Some of us all have habits whether good or bad, we need to remember to make sure we are allowing God to work on us to develop his habits.
Joshua 1:8 says, Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.
Some daily habits you should remember to focus on are, reading the Bible and praying. What are some other healthy habits we should form?
Monday, February 8, 2010
40 Week Renewal of Our Life Week 18
Week 18 February 7th
Spiritual— John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Physical— 1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
• Diet- Start limiting food and sugars drink 100 oz of water a day, have a menu for each day for all meals and snacks
• Body-Continue training for 5k run, treadmill 3 days a week 2 miles and time it
Family- Psalm 127:3-5 Don't you see that children are GOD's best gift? The fruit of the womb his generous legacy? Like a warrior's fistful of arrows are the children of a vigorous youth. Oh, how blessed are you parents
• Parenting- Family night Friday
• Marriage- Date Night Wednesday
Financial- Acts 10:5 Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God
Ministry- Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Spiritual— John 10:10 The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.
Physical— 1 Samuel 16:7 The Lord does not look at the things man looks at. Man looks at the outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.
• Diet- Start limiting food and sugars drink 100 oz of water a day, have a menu for each day for all meals and snacks
• Body-Continue training for 5k run, treadmill 3 days a week 2 miles and time it
Family- Psalm 127:3-5 Don't you see that children are GOD's best gift? The fruit of the womb his generous legacy? Like a warrior's fistful of arrows are the children of a vigorous youth. Oh, how blessed are you parents
• Parenting- Family night Friday
• Marriage- Date Night Wednesday
Financial- Acts 10:5 Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God
Ministry- Romans 5:8 But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Something Big
There are people God wants to do something with and those God wants to do something BIG with, which one are you???
I asked this question last night to my Twitter and Facebook Networks. It might have stirred up some question and controversy. Let me clear my thoughts out on this statement.
I truly believe that there are people who God is going to do something with that might not be that big. They will go to church, possibly even serve and read their Bible but God said in Jeremiah 28:11, “I know the plans I have for you, plans for hope and a future, plans to prosper you, not to harm you.”
However some people can get content and not move forward so God can really do something Big in their lives. They might be willing to do something but not obedient.
Isaiah 1:19 says, “Those who are willing and obedient, will eat the best from the land.”
I want to do whatever God has called me to do. I want to be able to be flexible to do what He wants me to do. How about you?
Too many times people might get complacent and comfortable where they are an unwilling to make a change for God. They are ok with just going to church on Sundays, but I truly believe we are all called to do something BIG for His purpose. Something that only He can do in our lives, something that we can’t take the credit for and something that brings him all the honor and glory.
So I ask that question again are you a person who is willing and obedient to have God do something BIG in your life????
I asked this question last night to my Twitter and Facebook Networks. It might have stirred up some question and controversy. Let me clear my thoughts out on this statement.
I truly believe that there are people who God is going to do something with that might not be that big. They will go to church, possibly even serve and read their Bible but God said in Jeremiah 28:11, “I know the plans I have for you, plans for hope and a future, plans to prosper you, not to harm you.”
However some people can get content and not move forward so God can really do something Big in their lives. They might be willing to do something but not obedient.
Isaiah 1:19 says, “Those who are willing and obedient, will eat the best from the land.”
I want to do whatever God has called me to do. I want to be able to be flexible to do what He wants me to do. How about you?
Too many times people might get complacent and comfortable where they are an unwilling to make a change for God. They are ok with just going to church on Sundays, but I truly believe we are all called to do something BIG for His purpose. Something that only He can do in our lives, something that we can’t take the credit for and something that brings him all the honor and glory.
So I ask that question again are you a person who is willing and obedient to have God do something BIG in your life????
Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes
Time may change me, but I can’t trace time. David Bowie.
I wanted to discuss with you the inevitable fact that things will change. Changing things grow and growing things change. We have gone through many changes in our personal, business and spiritual life however God has always been with us.
I think that is what we need to remember when we are going through those changes. God said He will never leave us or forsake us.
If you are not currently going through a change right now and following God, just wait and things will change. I want to encourage you to press in to God and what He has for you and he will be with you all the way.
What is the biggest change you have ever gone through whether it is personal, spiritual or in business?
I wanted to discuss with you the inevitable fact that things will change. Changing things grow and growing things change. We have gone through many changes in our personal, business and spiritual life however God has always been with us.
I think that is what we need to remember when we are going through those changes. God said He will never leave us or forsake us.
If you are not currently going through a change right now and following God, just wait and things will change. I want to encourage you to press in to God and what He has for you and he will be with you all the way.
What is the biggest change you have ever gone through whether it is personal, spiritual or in business?
Monday, February 1, 2010
40 Week Renewal of Our Life Week 17
Week 17 February 1st
Spiritual— 2 Corinthians 3:18 8And we, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit
Physical— Psalm 118:17 I will not die but live,
and will proclaim what the LORD has done
• Diet- Fast is over. Start counting calories drink 100 oz of water a day
• Body-Start training for 5k run
Family- Psalm 127:3-5 Don't you see that children are GOD's best gift? The fruit of the womb his generous legacy? Like a warrior's fistful of arrows are the children of a vigorous youth. Oh, how blessed are you parents
• Parenting- Family night Monday night—take kids to AMTC auditions and have prayer time on the way
• Marriage- Date Night Thursday
Financial- Acts 10:5 Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God
Ministry- Matthew 5:1 When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, he climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committed, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions.
Spiritual— 2 Corinthians 3:18 8And we, are being transformed into his likeness with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit
Physical— Psalm 118:17 I will not die but live,
and will proclaim what the LORD has done
• Diet- Fast is over. Start counting calories drink 100 oz of water a day
• Body-Start training for 5k run
Family- Psalm 127:3-5 Don't you see that children are GOD's best gift? The fruit of the womb his generous legacy? Like a warrior's fistful of arrows are the children of a vigorous youth. Oh, how blessed are you parents
• Parenting- Family night Monday night—take kids to AMTC auditions and have prayer time on the way
• Marriage- Date Night Thursday
Financial- Acts 10:5 Your prayers and gifts to the poor have come up as a memorial offering before God
Ministry- Matthew 5:1 When Jesus saw his ministry drawing huge crowds, he climbed a hillside. Those who were apprenticed to him, the committed, climbed with him. Arriving at a quiet place, he sat down and taught his climbing companions.
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