Week Ending July 6, 2018
{quotes}
Friends are angels who lift us to our feet when our wings forget how to fly.
God turns breakdowns into breakthroughs.
By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is the bitterest.
Confucius
Freedom is a right and a privilege. Defend it. Demand it. Delight in it.
Stop talking to the source of the issue and ask God to get to the root of the situation.
When you find no solution to a problem, it’s probably not a problem to be solved, but rather a truth to be accepted.
{blessings}
Another Good Deed
Raise it up a notch. Taking yourself to a new level means new blessings. May God show favor on you as you work to be your better self. Always strive to take on another spiritual challenge and to do another good deed.
On its Way!
God is working it out. Heaven has held the conversation, angels have been dispatched, a way has been made. Welcome your blessing, it’s on its way.
Few Extra Minutes
Give God a few extra minutes this morning. Be extraordinarily grateful for the people and ideals you cherish. May you be blessed to celebrate life, liberty, and the pursuit of justice.
Each Other
Conflict in your relationship? Let some things go. Learn how to talk to each other and learn how to listen to each other. May God bless you with a peaceful relationship based on mutual respect, love and trust in each other.
Independent Spirit
There’s no way to be a responsible, self-sufficient human without making mistakes, getting lost, and stumbling as you make your way in this world. May God bless you with an independent spirit.
{prayers}
Rainbow for Every Storm
May God Give You a rainbow for every storm, angel wings to keep you warm, compassion for every tear, release from every fear, a greeting with a smile, a blessing for every trial, a friend for every frown, a hug when you are down, a promise for every care, answered prayers. Amen
It’s Personal
Dear God, My prayer is personal today. Best left unsaid out loud. You know what is in my heart and what’s on my mind. You see the burden I carry and You feel my nervous apprehension. Right my wrongs, ease my difficulties. Praise to You all-knowing God.
Painful Truths
Dear God, I am thankful for You being with me and providing for me. I don’t always like the painful truths You show me. And there are times I don’t understand why bad things happen. Still, I have faith in You to guide me to the life I am meant to lead.
May I Always
I pray to see the beauty in the world and the goodness in people. Show me how to raise my head in confidence, yet lower it with humility before You. May I always gain knowledge, grow in understanding, and always appreciate You, dear God.
Eyes Closed
Warning! This prayer is best said with eyes closed. I thank you for my body. Thank You for when it’s working, and thank You for when it rests. Keep me strong in body, keep my mind sharp, and keep my spirit filled with Your love. Amen
{features, stories, video}
Story: The Rest of the Week
Feature: This Young Man Did Something Nice
Book Club Recco: Velma Still Cooks in Leeway
Video: Autistic Grad’s Unexpected Address
Feature: Brazil’s Audacious Parenting Program + Video
Story: The World is Mine
{bible affirmations}
Proverbs 18:20
Words satisfy the soul as food satisfies the stomach; the right words on a person’s lips bring satisfaction. How can I help? I don’t know. I could be wrong. What do you think? Tell me more.
I will have helpful conversations which are positive and kind.
Workplace 23rd Psalm
The Lord is my boss, and I shall not want. He gives me peace, when chaos is all around me. He reminds me to pray, before I speak in anger. He restores my sanity. He guides my decisions that I might honor Him in all I do. Even though I face absurd amounts of e-mail, system failures, copier jams, back-ordered supplies, unrealistic deadlines, staff shortages, budget cutbacks, red tape, downsizing, gossiping co-workers and whining customers, I won’t give up, for You are with me. Your presence, peace and power will see me through. You raise me up, even when the boss fails to promote me. You claim me as your own, even when the company threatens to let me go. Your loyalty and love are better than a bonus check. Your retirement plan beats any 401K, and when it’s all said and done, I’ll be working for You a whole lot longer.
I will not take my problems too seriously, humor is holy!
Matthew 22:37-38
Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind. This is the first and greatest commandment.
God is my priority.
Mark 4:24
What you give will be what you get. Still God will give you even more.
I will give my best to get the best.
Jeremiah 33:6
I will bring health and healing to it. I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.
I will be healed.