I Choose…..

To live by choice, not by chance;

To make changes, not excuses;

To be motivated, not manipulated;

To be useful, not used;

To excel, not compete.

I choose self-esteem, not self pity.

I choose to listen to my inner voice,not the random opinions of others.

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For Reflection: I believe that I shall see the goodness of the Lord in the Land of the living. Psalm 27:13

For Reflection: Let all that I am wait quietly before God, for my hope is in him.      Psalm 62.5

Indicators towards spiritual growth.

• Not expecting special consideration from anyone.

• Accepting criticism gratefully, being honestly glad for an opportunity to improve.

• Feelings are not easily hurt.

• Controlling ones temper. Responding rather than re-acting.

• Meeting emergencies with calm and control.

• Accepting responsibility for own acts without trying to blame.

• Not worrying unduly about things beyond ones control.

• Being honestly glad at the success and good fortune of others, outgrowing envy and jealousy

• Being open-minded enough to listen thoughtfully to the opinions of others, and being respectful when giving your own opinion.

• Not being a chronic fault finder, in yourself or others.

  
  
  
  

For Reflection: Don’t put people down……Put them on your prayer list.    Last Day Christians

For Reflection: Go 24 hours without complaining (not even once).  Then watch how your life begins to change.

Making people welcome.

Understanding and faith

Enabling growth and development