Month: January 2010

Prepare for Success

“Prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled.” 1 Peter 1:13 NIV “Few are ready to give the discipline and effort demanded for success.” My thoughts today are to “prepare for success.” Everybody is eager for success and the recognition, reward, and applause that would follow. Only a few will ever […]

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Stuff That Accumulates

“Cast your burden on the Lord, and He will sustain you.” Psalm 55:22 NKJV “Life accumulates! If you do not learn to handle life daily, you will soon feel overwhelmed.” My thoughts today are about “stuff that accumulates.” The days add up and the years wear on. Daily cares and […]

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Real Wealth

“God . . gives you the ability to produce wealth.” Deuteronomy 8:18 “Who you are says a lot more about success than what you have.” My thoughts today are about “real wealth.” The conventional wisdom says, “Nothing succeeds like success.” But what does that mean? Is wealth all about how […]

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Friends

“A man who has friends must himself be friendly.” Proverbs 18:24 NKJV “Friendships are often a reflection of the friend you are willing to be.” My thoughts today are about “friends.” My Mom and Dad modeled the high value of friendships for me. Our home was a happy place for […]

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A Place to Start

“Do not despise small beginnings; the Lord rejoices to see the work begin.” Zechariah 4:10 NLT “You have to begin somewhere, or you will never get anywhere.” My thoughts today are about “a place to start.” People are impressed with size, yet God rejoices over seeds. The bigger the bank […]

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