Life is a marathon that requires daily effort and diligence. You can’t expect a few days of exceptional effort to provide the same results and long-term dedication and hard work. You have to make it happen every day, even though some days will appear to offer no achievement or progress. Success is about the sum of your entire journey, and taking a shortcut will only shortchange you.
Each day we see people who look lost, sad, or depressed. It could be a friend, coworker, acquaintance, or even a stranger. And you might have no idea what that person is experiencing or what is creating the challenge or stress in the person’s life. But you have the potential to help that person, to be their hero. A simple smile, kind word, or message of encouragement will let that person know that someone cares…
It can be hard for some of us to accept, but many aspects of life are out of our control. However, with faith and belief in a greater plan, it can become easier to learn to wait for your journey to unfold before you. There will be trying times and lessons that seem to be too challenging and difficult to survive, but you are stronger and more resilient than you think. You will learn and…
Dear God, Help me each day to enjoy all that You have blessed me with. Help me to remember what is important to me. Help me to not be anxious about anything but with prayer, petition, and thanksgiving to give all things to You. You are the God of peace which passes all understanding. You shall guide my heart and my mind. I trust You in that whatever happens, You will help me to carry…
Just a quick note to pass along. Diana has made it through the transplant surgery! She has a long road ahead of her. And the family is facing substantial medical bills in spite of their health insurance. But the success of this transplant gives Diana and her husband Justin hope that they will be able to enjoy the coming holiday season as a family! Thank you to everyone who is praying for Diana and her…
Life is a gift. But sadly, many of us do not discover that until our own life or the life of a loved one is threatened. Make the most of every moment that you have and seize every opportunity to tell the special people in your life how much you love them. Tomorrow is promised to no one, so leave no words unsaid, no hugs unshared and no sadness or anger between you and those…
We just learned that Diana is being prepped for surgery- she has a new liver waiting for her! The transplant will begin shortly and her family has asked that everyone please pray for her and the dedicated team who will be giving her this chance for a new life. She is facing a huge challenge but through even the darkest times, she has remained in high spirits. Please keep her, her husband, and their young…
Giving in is not the same as giving up. When you give up, there is more that you could have chosen to do. But instead, you have chosen not to make an effort. However, when you give in, you are simply choosing to accept something that you cannot change. I give up on my dream to become a famous writer. I could keep working toward my goal, but I choose not to continue my work.…
I opened an email recently that I thought was not important, but it made me curious. The ad was promoting a site that sold vintage Christmas ornaments and decorations. At first, I was quite shocked at the prices, some as much as $100 for two small blown glass ornaments from the 50s, but I continued to scroll through the inventory. It was like a trip down memory lane. Not only were many of the ornaments…
Bringing happiness to others is a gift. But don’t forget, you deserve that gift as well. Treat yourself to something each day that makes you smile and brings you happiness. Think of it as a way to replenish the fountain of happiness that you share with others.