Showing gratitude has benefits or advantages both to the person showing appreciation and the person receiving it. Gratitude improves the well-being of the giver and the recipient. Gratitude helps people feel more positive emotions, relish good experiences, improve their health, deal with adversity, lower levels of depression, and build strong relationships. It allows people (the receiver) to feel that they are needed and that their efforts are valued.
When faced with complex challenges, seeking guidance from the Word of God can provide immense clarity. Seeking God’s wisdom can offer profound insights. By turning to prayer and meditation, you open yourself up to receiving wisdom and knowledge that may have been eluding you.
What does God say about speaking to the dead? In the book of Deuteronomy chapter 18 says “anyone who inquires of the dead, for whoever does these things is an abomination to the Lord.” Ecclesiastes says “…the dead know nothing, and they have no more reward, for the memory of them is forgotten. Their love and their hate have already perished, and forever they have no more share in all that is done under the sun (see Ecclesiastes 9:5-6). A person that ceases to exist in the early realm is no more and has no place and as the scripture’s states “no more share in all that is done under the sun.”Â
Bringing things up, things from the past, that had been long forgotten; which in turns provokes more anger. Forgiveness is not based on feelings. Imagine if forgiveness was based on emotions, or feelings, do you think Jesus would have stayed on that cross?
Understanding Bullying: Bullying takes many forms, each harmful in its own right. Understanding that the victim isn’t to blame is paramount. Remember, you are not defined by the bully’s actions, but by how you rise above them.
For you to discover who you are, know and understand He made a plan for you. It is to be found in Him so He could give you your purpose and destiny IN a recreated Spirit; He made you ALIVE in Christ. The Lord says, “Ask of Me and I will show you great and mighty things that you do not know (Jeremiah 33:3). You should never seek your life outside of Christ, everything is found in Him.
When we begin to truly look at ourselves in the mirror and reflect on our Personal Growth we see and recognize that the difficult experiences force us to look inward and reflect on our choices, behaviors, and beliefs. By engaging in self-reflection, we gain a deeper understanding of ourselves, our motivations, and our values. This introspection allows us to make positive changes, shed unhealthy patterns, and grow into a stronger and more self-aware individual.
Faith plays a crucial role in conquering defeat. Through Christ Jesus, we find strength, comfort, and guidance. His teachings and example reminds us of the power within us to overcome challenges. By placing our trust in Him, we can experience a deep sense of peace, knowing that we are not alone in our struggles. Faith allows us to surrender our burdens to God and find solace in His unconditional love and grace.
People also procrastinate because they ignore the value of time. Everyone has a limited time to spend on earth. In light of this, time is the most valuable commodity you have. It’s not money; unlike time, you can borrow money, save, or earn more. You can’t do that with time. Every single second you waste is gone forever. It is important you value time and use it wisely. Seneca said, “while we waste our time hesitating and postponing, life is slipping away.”
Fulfilling your purposes and destiny will not come without resistance because you have an adversary, the devil, that knows once you recognize WHO YOU ARE IN CHRIST JESUS, you will destroy his kingdom of darkness, advancing God’s kingdom.
