THINK+++

Although my mother was healthy when I was young, both physically and emotionally, her health has begun to fail physically. I was privileged to be set up for life from her care, given the keys to conquer the world; now I am seeing a different opportunity she giving me – the chance to repay the debt I owe her for her selflessness.

Too often I am tempted to try to impress others with what I own or control. I stake my reputation on what I have. However, what I really want others to notice is that I have unselfishness, love, and Christ in my heart. Christ is more impressive then me.

While walking in soft gravel on our yard, I noticed my footprints lose their long stride when I walked beside my 1-year-old daughter. I want to slow my world for my children so that Christ might slow His stride for me.

There is nothing more important then this moment. You will never have it again.

If how men treat you makes you lose faith in God then your faith was not in God but in man. You and I are not always treated fairly, are not always appreciated or loved; sometimes even by close friends. Reach higher and put your faith in God.

Here is a profound thought: if man does not master his circumstances then his circumstances will master him. Are you going to allow what you cannot control to dictate your happiness? Live above the things that would drag you down.

I have come to conclude that sharing our talents is less about being talented then it is about sharing. I may not be the greatest speaker but I can smile and say “Hello”. I may not be have many possessions but I can share what I have. I am determined not to get discouraged but to keep on sharing.

I am thankful today for the ability to choose love over fear. So often it feels like there is no choice but to live in fear and doubt but I have found that the way to conquer is to choose love. Love is stronger then fear.

I am thankful today for the smell of coffee. It wakes me up in the morning and gets me going. It has a beautiful, rich odor that is distinct to those who know it.

We live in the country where the air is clean and free. We sometimes have smells from livestock or from crops but usually we smell flowers, sunshine, rain and many other good things. I am thankful for our clean air.

I was blessed to be taught Bible stories at a young age, most of them have stuck with me. I am unworthy to be blessed with parents who invested so much in me.

The sun is so amazing on spring days! There can be snow on the ground and the breeze may be cold but the sun is strong enough to conquer. I will pause today to drink up the sun and enjoy its blessings.

Some say God has abandoned them; they lose their job, divorce, estranged children, friends leave, etc. I say it is because of God’s great love that my life can be held together. Without God and left with my selfishness I would be vile.

I was given pause early this morning as I listened to the birds chirping and singing. I spent some time contemplating the beauty of spring and the new life it brings. What a beautiful day!

The world is full of sensational, titillating news available at your fingertips but most of it is bad news. Is it a wonder so many suffer from depression and fear? The good news today is that Christ will forgive your sins and mine if we but ask.