Thankful – 25 Positive Words, Day 8

December 8, 2017December 6, 2017Leave a comment

25 words day 8

Thankfulness isn’t just reserved for one holiday in November. Thanksgiving day should be every day! When we focus on our blessings, our attitude changes from grinchy to glad and from critical to content. One way to experience the joy of the season is to make a deliberate effort to thank the Lord for the blessings and the challenges of each morning as you sip your first cup of coffee. Start the habit of gratitude today and see what a difference it makes in your attitude throughout the holidays and in life.

See – 25 Positive Words, Day 7

December 7, 2017December 6, 2017Leave a comment

25 words day 7

In the busyness of the holidays, it’s easy to miss the wonder and awe of Christmas. Today, let’s be deliberate about observing the world around us. See the beauty. See the joy of the season in the faces of children. Notice and embrace the creative and colorful decorations surrounding you. But may we also be sensitive and see the sadness and the burden that some are carrying in their hearts. See everyone as a creation of God, and as a person who has a story to tell. See beyond the surface – see the heart. Aren’t you glad God sees us?

Grow – 25 Positive Words, Day 6

December 6, 2017Leave a comment

25 words day 6

A great question to ask ourselves when we experience a challenge of any kind is, “How can I grow from this?” It is good for us to be open to what God wants to teach us in the classroom of life. As we learn and grow and develop new skills, we can use our gifts to be a blessing to others. Most important, we want to grow deeper in our faith and love for Jesus. As the apostle Paul wrote, “Let your roots grow down deep into Christ.” As we allow our roots to grow deep in Him, we are strengthened and nourished to face both life’s blessings and challenges.

Hope – 25 Positive Words for the Holidays

December 5, 2017Leave a comment

25 words day 5

Hope is a powerful word. When we choose to hope, we deny despair of it’s power. God is the God of hope, and by the power of the Holy Spirit we can abound in hope even when the outlook seems dim. Celebrate the hope and victory that Christ brings to our lives.

Forgive

December 4, 2017Leave a comment

25 words 4

The greatest gift we can give another person is the gift of forgiveness. Let it go. Release the right to hold something over another person, and place the issue into God’s just and loving hands. Forgiveness doesn’t mean it’s okay for someone to hurt you. Set wise boundaries if necessary. Forgiveness isn’t always easy, but it eases you of the burden of bitterness, anger and disappointment. As we celebrate the One who came to offer us forgiveness for all our sins, let us honor Him by living with a forgiving heart.