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Letter to My Younger Self: "It's Going to Be Okay"

It's going to be okay. Those times when you felt it would be better if you were not here, it turns out that things are actually better because you are here.
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"I Sure Do Miss The Drugs Though" - Surviving Internal Struggles

Johnny Cash was having a meal with Bono (the lead singer for U2) and they both bowed their heads to pray. Johnny Cash prayed and thanked God for the food, friendships, forgiveness, and salvation. After the prayer Johnny Cash raised his head and said to Bono, “I sure do miss the drugs, though.”
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What To Do With Obstacles

One of the important aspects of achieving our goals is often overlooked. That aspect is.... the obstacles in our way. What role do obstacles play in our journey to achieve our goals? Obstacles, when looked at correctly, can often help us…

Stop It! - What Is A "Sabbath" Anyway?

Sabbath literally means to STOP.  Holy rest... that's it... What else is there to write?  I guess this would make a really short blog post if I stopped right there so I'll elaborate a bit.   Exodus 20: 8-11 says: 8 “Remember…
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3 Solid Principles for Stronger Relationships

3 Solid Principles for Stronger Relationships      It is estimated that over 99% of counseling is relationship counseling. 70% of people who are fired are fired because they did not get along or fit in. A 20-year Harvard study showed that…
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3 Simple Strategies to Deal With Discouragement

In your opinion, what is the biggest obstacle to people reaching their goals? A while back, I asked this question on Facebook. One of the top answers was: "the discouragement of other people." David Wilkinson, in his book “The Dream Giver”,…
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Fourth Roadblock: Irresponsibility; Blockbuster: Commitment to a Vision

We may think, “If I had their ability I would…” But what are you doing with the ability you do have? If you do not follow God’s purpose for your life, something very important may not happen.
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Third Roadblock : Fear; Blockbuster: Faith

I am a simple person and often times simple principles are what help me the most. So, if you feel these acronyms are too corny or cheesy to be helpful, then go ahead and roll your eyes, give a little smirk, and then....
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Second Roadblock: Procrastination; Blockbuster: Discipline

Procrastination and reaching your potential do not go together. If you are going to make a significant change in your life, it must be done immediately and enthusiastically.
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First Roadblock: Denial; Blockbuster: Positive Self-Talk

I have shared with you before about how my mindset changed from a 6th-grade flunky to a 4.0 Masters student. I went from thinking I was an average student at best to a student that could excel. When my view of myself changed then so did my…