THINK+++

It is not enough to keep bad thoughts out but we must let the good in. Focus on the good deeds of others, remember the times you were victorious over impatience, sing of God’s grace when tempted with unforgiveness, take note of the beauty of the morning instead of the ugliness of your job.

Jesus has put out a help wanted poster. Who will choose to respond? He needs people to try their best and be angels in disguise. Today my time is His and I will try to listen for the call to serve in some small way. 

Do you have someone who you find difficult to get along with? A co-worker? Family member? I want to remember those today who I find hard to get along with; pray for them, speak kindly to them, and most of all, find ways to build as many bridges as possible rather then building walls.

People will forget what you said, and people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. Compassion cannot be neglected today but is a choice; and where I make others feel blue I will try to correct it. My smile will surely inspire others and will come back to me. 

They say frustration is the result of failed expectations. So today I will lower my expectations so that I can be pleasantly surprised and pleased. I wonder if I can have big enough dreams also that life will be a challenge at the same time? 

When someone loves you, the way they talk about you is different. It makes you feel safe and comfortable. I am thankful for the friends I have and their words encouragement, I want more gracefulness to say kind words also. 

Until recently we had been unusually dry for spring but we got 1.5 inches of rain on Friday. It came down so gently I could just stand at the window and watch. I am so thankful for the rain we, now everything will come to life. 

There is a story in the Bible of the people, almost annoyingly, following Jesus and being so enthralled that they forget about their hunger so Jesus feeds them. I want to follow Christ and listen in wonder to His voice. Thank You Jesus for inspiring me!

Today I want to thank God for the potholes on memory lane. They have taught me how to avoid future problems and they have taught me how to fix problems even when they seemed insurmountable.

What goes on in your head radiates out on your face. Today I want to rid myself of negative thinking and have cheerful, enthused thoughts. It is a struggle for me because I tend to be pessimistic but I will try again today.

Remember today that you can not be pushed by your problems but must be led by your dreams. There will be things in your life you are powerless to change but you can always dream. Be enthused and thankful for the good.

How did you choose a partner? I simply married my best friend and we have only got closer since then. Thankfully we are still writing the story.

I am thankful for grace. I am not perfect; rather I am impatient, unkind, unhappy far too often. Despite this my family continues to love me and God continues to forgive and offer grace if I admit my faults.

Thank God for laughter! Children can be frustrating but their laughter is so contagious! Adults can be so sober but laughter makes them younger.

Instead of your first thoughts being this morning “Poor me!” try thanking God for being alive. I am healthy, I have a family, I have friends, and more.