Aughter is such great medicine. So first of all, don't take life too seriously. There's so much to laugh about. In fact, look for the sillies in your circumstances. And laughter is contagious! One tim...
Don’t continue to straddle the fence. Commit your total effort and energy to Christ. The wholeheartedly committed Christian is the truly happy Christian. In Philippians 1:21 we read: To me, to live is...
Riendship is a treasure. If you possess even one nugget of the real thing-you're rich! So celebrate! Give your friend a book or an item with a note explaining its importance. Or set up a spa day.Why n...
Celebrate to Celebrate Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever. —PSALM 107:1 I’ve often been accused of celebrating just to celebrate. I guess that’s correct, because I’v...
F you're looking for sparkle in your life, I've got some great ideas.• Nothing lifts my spirits more than encouraging scriptures. Try framing a card with your favorite Bible verse and hang it next to...
Beware, and be on your guard against every form of greed; for not even when one has an abundance does his life consist of his possessions.-LUKE 12:15One of our universal problems is the overcrowding o...
Being a Helper It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him. —GENESIS 2:18 One of the joys of being an older woman is helping teach the younger women how to be hel...
Father God, I want to be a person that others can trust when I make a promise. Let me examine my words to make sure I only give promises to others when I'm committed to fulfill what I've uttered. Trul...
Fear of the Lord The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. —PSALM 111:10 The motto of the wisdom teachers...
In our Christian walk we are encouraged not to remain like babes and children, but to wean ourselves from spiritual milk and soft food and grow into healthier foods. God wants us to exhibit signs of m...
Great men [women] never complain about the lack of time. Alexander the Great and John Wesley accomplished everything they did in twenty-four-hour days. FRED SMITH
HEART ACTIONBuild up the courage of others, and also tend to how you treat yourself You are loved by a mighty God. You were made in His image, and you have value beyond measure. Let go of goals for pe...
HEART ACTIONDo you practice what you preach? Become aware of the times when you are not living out the principles and kindnesses that you hold dear. Find fresh ways to show God's love and express your...
HEART ACTIONMake a date with a friend you are missing. Don't worry that a long time has passed since you last spoke. Start with where you are right now and let her know that you miss her and her prese...
HEART ACTIONPlan a tea party to gather together some old or new friends. Even having just one person over for a cup of tea and good conversation will create a time of hospitality and connection. Make...
HEART ACTIONTake any situation that comes and find the goodness in it. Look at a trial as a chance to draw closer to God. Look at a struggling relationship as a chance to be faithful and forgiving. Th...
HEART ACTIONThink about when you are silent about God's activity in your life. Look for a chance this week to speak out about God's goodness.Giving and gratitude go together like humor and laughter, l...
Become someone who is eager to give freely and to give first. And when others offer you injury or doubt or sorrow, return to them only forgiveness, faith, and joy.PRAYERFather God, You are truly a God...
HEART OF TEA DEVOTIONrc t c//'VI/~ L tLP /'V to/ aMy dear, ifyou couldgive me a cup of tea to clear my muddle of a head I should better understand your affairs.CHARLES DICKENSIf teacups could talk, my...
Id you know that having everything tidy doesn't always mean you're organized? You can be a neat clutterer. Instead of asking, Now, where do I put this? ask, Where will I find it? There's a big differe...
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