I am seated at Starbucks coffee shop this afternoon, soft music is playing in the background, its quite busy; customers walking in and out, those seated really seem to be having a good time, some are reading, others on their phones, and its sunny outside.
I couldn't help but find myself thinking of how amazing life can be, I had been to church this morning and really heard a very inspirational message that challenged me more in my christian walk and this anthology is just reflections of some of the inspiring things I have learnt , thought and heard over the years.
Hope you find them thought provoking and inspiring.
1. Every positive change in your life begins with a clear unequivocal decision that you are going to either do something or stop doing something. Significant change starts when you decide to either get in or get out, either fish or cut the bait.
2. As your life changes, your priorities change as well. Certain things that were important at one stage in your life or career are no longer as important as you move to another stage of your life or to another level of responsibility.
3.You must continuously ask yourself; "what activities of my life can I cut back on, delegate or discontinue to free up more time for my most important activities.
4.You can not effectively take on something new without deliberately deciding to discontinue something else. What is going to be? If you try to juggle lots of things, you will produce mediocre results and besides, there are only 24 hours in any given day. What are your priorities?
Remember,...
5. Its always best to be thoughtful and decisive.
Why?
Because,...
6.Decisiveness is one of the most important quality of successful and happy men and women and decisiveness is developed through practice and repetition - over and over again until it becomes as natural as breathing in and out.
7. However, don't rush. A wise man says; "only fools rush in"
8. And, be Honest in your dealings,
9. An honest effort is nothing to be ashamed of. In the end, people appreciate frankness more than flattery.
That said however,....
10. Frankness is not a license to say anything you want, wherever and whenever you want. It is not rudeness. The Bible tells us that there is a right time and aright way to do everything.
Thoughtless words leave lasting wounds.
11. Combine simplicity with self-control, and unite truth with humility, for truth without humility is blind. That is why it becomes contentious: it tries to support itself on something, and finds nothing except rancour.
12. Apostle Paul says; live in harmony with each other. Don't try to act important, but enjoy the company of ordinary people. And don't think you know it all.
When arguments ensue,....
13. There is only one way under high heaven to get the best of an argument - Avoid it. Yes, avoid it like you would avoid rattle snakes and earthquakes and in any case, a man convinced against his will is of the same opinion still.
14. Always remind yourself regularly that your rewards will always be in direct proportion to your service to others. Our LORD rightly said; to be a master, you have to be a servant. An oxymoron? oh no, so true, servant hood is the pathway to honour, a servant is welcome anywhere and the real genius of true & humble servant hood is that it makes you a king at heart.
15. One of my favourite quotes is: "Sharing is caring". True? I believe so.
When you genuinely share, you care.
16. Caring is the basis of all purpose. It requires an openness to everything around you. To develop care, you need awareness. You should not be burdened by a sense of duty or obligation.
When you care naturally, it is because something has profoundly touched and moved you.
17. Let the heart within confess what the mouth utters, let the soul feel what the voice speaks. Live a life of purpose, Love God, love your neighbour and appreciate life.
Choose to occupy your time and talents with people , commitments, ideas and challenges that feel purposeful.
Finally,...
18. Follow your heart, but first let God reign in it.
Stand tall, square your shoulders, lift your head up, take a deep breath and march forward! You are destined for a great life in Christ the author and finisher of your faith. Confess and believe- Romans 10:9
Peace & Love
Libs
