Be Careful Of Who You Follow
A good friend recently lamented that we have become a celebrity obsessed culture that elevates people to a faux sainthood, often less for the good they do and more because of the bad things they do. And he really does have a good point. Continue reading “Be Careful Of Who You Follow”
At some point, most of us pause to self-reflect on where we are on this journey called life. We ask ourselves if we’re happy, if we’re successful, if we are a good person…or a bad one, and if we even matter in this world.
I worry that too often, we Christians go off track and forget that earthly “things” are not supposed to be our focus. Its easy to get caught up in the trappings of our physical world and occasionally lose sight of our true mission.
Its a terrible thing for someone to feel unloved or as if they don’t matter or aren’t cared for by anyone. In our manic world, more and more people are feeling left out and unloved, even though nothing could be further from the truth.
The new year is dawning upon us once again and with it, comes fresh and exciting opportunities. Where does the time go? It goes by fast, so this is yet another chance for us to get it right.
Kindness matters and never more so than today. The power of our words is incredible and we can either make or ruin someone’s day with a simple utterance of a few words — that’s why we need to choose them carefully.
Its important to take a look at what traits, beliefs and attitudes make someone a “positive person.” Its also vital to point out negative traits which if not shed, result in one not actually being positive…even if they think they are.
Reaffirming our core strengths and positive mindset is a critically important part of maintaining an upbeat and optimistic attitude in life. If we believe we are strong, capable and positive, then that will become the reality.
People who live simply and healthy and who maintain a positive attitude, seem to prosper in life — they appear to live long, happy lives. There is a lot to be said for being a person of simplicity, values and peace.
Hope. One of the most beautiful words ever spoken, heard or read, is the word and concept of hope. Hope for a better and brighter tomorrow. Hope for peace. Hope for…well, the very word itself is positive and bright, isn’t it?