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                                                     DEVOTIONALS

In truth, God is always close to those who genuinely seek after Him.  The real problem is that we drift away
from Him, lose interest, and leave His presence.  So let's seek Him and receive His grace and His help while
we recognize that He alone is the One Who truly saves.  (Isaiah 55:6)

Most of us rush to give advice and make grandiose plans.  The wise man reminds us that wisdom comes
from submitting to instruction for a significant period of time.  I would do much better to let my plans ripen a
bit more in the light of the Lord before I launch into them.  I am comforted that James, the wisdom writer of
the New Testament, reminds us that God will give that wisdom if we seek it and not doubt.  (Proverbs
19:20-21)

Knowing the right word at the right time is a great gift.  Yet, even the best speakers have to admit that the
best of his or her words are not nearly as good as those the Spirit gives.  Therefore, we must not excuse
ourselves of insensitive speech, unkindness, or even missed opportunities because we were not paying
attention to what was said, were not spiritually in tune with the needs of our companions, or simply did not
know Scripture well enough to bless others with gracious speech at the appropriate time.  (Proverbs 15:23)
The is a continuation of inspiring thoughts.  In addition, there are devotionals and other areas that I you will
enjoy.  Some of the readings are given to me by businesses and personal contacts that support the POL
Christian Business Directory Ministry.  Please read these, and if you would like, submit your own thougts
and comments.                         
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                                    SIX DIRECTIVES TO MAKE YOUR LIFE THE BEST

We should always be thinking of ways to make our life a success.  The following six ideas are definite directives that
we should take to make our life great.  Take time to read them, put them to work, and make your life super.  
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1. Be proactive.
It's more than just taking initiative.  This means being responsible for your own life.  Empower yourself to lead and
spread your influence no matter what position you hold.

2. Hone your thoughts.
Decide what is truly important.  Hone your thoughts early in the day by learning to say no to the unimportant and yes
to the highly important.

3. Seek to understand before seeking to be understood.  
It is human nature to want to be understood, but when both parties are trying to be understood, neither party is
listening.  By making the investment to understand the other party, you can magically transform the course of your
conversations.

4. Begin with the end in mind.  
Start today with an image of the end of your life as the frame of reference by which everything else is examined.  With
a clear idea of where you are going, examine everything in the context of what matters to you most.

5. Develop a vision mission statement.  
Get a deep sense of your life's mission, purpose and value system, then establish your goals and a system of
accountability that keeps you on track.

6. Think win-win.
There is more than enough success for everyone, so do not view another person's success as success achieved at
your expense or exclusion.  Help other people achieve to be all they can be, and you will achieve the same.

By following the ideas I have presented, you will be that much further along to being the best of the best.  God wants us
all to be what He has planned for us.  Do not disappoint God or yourself. Be the best of the best at what you are doing
for now and forever.
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                                     CHRISTIAN THOUGHTS

Faith comes by hearing God speak to you.  When God speaks specifically to your heart, faith
becomes real.  As a Believer, God has made divine wisdom available to you, so you can walk in the
power of God; therefore, you have the advantage!  God is going to put His people on display.  He
will show the world there is profit in serving Him.  Those who serve the Lord must remain focused
on what He has called them to do, and commit to trust Him completely.  He will then pour out
tremendous blessings and favor on their lives.

Do not ever name your future by your present day circumstances.  You may have had some hard
times in the past, but get that "evil" spirit off of you.  It may look like you are stuck in a rut and you
do not really see how you could ever rise any higher, however, you need not speak defeat over your
life.  Instead, name your future: blessed, prosperous, successful, victorious, healthy, whole, strong,
talented, creative, and wise.  Declare what God's Word says so that you can move forward in the
wonderful destiny He has prepared for you!

There is a work going on inside each of us, which God has begun.  Since God started this work, we
can be assured the end result will be established.  God desires to do great things for us all the days
of our lives.  He wants to see His plan fulfilled in each of us.  Therefore, we must believe He will
complete the work He started.

I can triumph over all that I fear through Jesus.  God has not only given me a hero I trust, but a faith
and hope by which I can live victoriously.
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DEVOTIONALS  &  MORE THOUGHTS
Always assume each and every person wants to do a better job and grow.

People who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.

Everything works out in the end.  If it has not worked out, it is not the end.

Worrying is like a rocking chair: it gives you something to do, but it does not get you anywhere.

To the world, you might be one person, but to one person you might be the world.