How Can I fight Against Procrastination?
Procrastination has the power to blunt your conscience. With that, guilt and shame looses its intensity. Ask God to replace indifference with a renewed love for Jesus Christ.
Jul 24, 2023•2 min•Ep. 456
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How are Procrastination and Avoidance Alike?
Did you ever not feel guilty for failing to be responsible? God's message is, confess, repent, seek forgiveness and make amends. Sounds simple, but it's not always easy.
Jul 21, 2023•2 min•Ep. 455
What are the Consequences of Procrastination?
Wait for it...procrastination leads to failure and disaster. Purpose, through God can turn things around...today.
Jul 19, 2023•2 min•Ep. 454
How Can I Prevent Procrastination From Becoming a Habit?
"Tomorrow, every fault will be corrected, yet tomorrow never comes." The words of Benjamin Franklin. Smart guy. How about you. Does something need to be done...today?
Jul 17, 2023•2 min•Ep. 453
How Can I Manage My Time, Better?
Time, your time, is a gift from God. It is written, "there is a time for everything, a season for every activity under the sun". So, let every minute become a precious gift. Use it wisely and you will be richly blessed.
Jul 14, 2023•2 min•Ep. 452
How Can I Avoid Procrastination?
Simply, when we procrastinate, we stumble what could be the conduit for our success. What do you need to do right now, today, the get that path to success in motion?
Jul 12, 2023•2 min•Ep. 451
How Can I Avoid Bad Habits?
Good habits are beneficial. Bad habits can be a stumbling block to your walk with God. Bad habits are like darkness. Jesus, the light of the world can get you on the right path.
Jul 10, 2023•2 min•Ep. 450
How Do I Overcome Laziness?
Think about the things you do on a regular basis. Include the good stuff and the not so good stuff. The Bible says " if a man is lazy, his rafters sag, and if his hands are idle, his roof leaks". Time to get up and do something positive and necessary.
Jul 07, 2023•2 min•Ep. 449
Why Can't I Overcome Prejudice?
W.C. Fields was quoted as saying, "I am free of all prejudice. I hate everyone equally." Have you considered how you learned prejudice? Beyond that, have you considered moving to a better place?
Jul 05, 2023•2 min•Ep. 448
What Is Prejudice?
There are good habits and bad habits. One of the most destructive habits humans acquire, is being prejudice. That and other harmful habits can be destructive to the family's peace. Are you fighting that habit?
Jul 03, 2023•2 min•Ep. 447
Are Habits Necessary?
Sow a habit, reap a character. Sow a character, reap a destiny. Habits are necessary and when they align with what God has in store for our lives, those good habits provide a pathway for hope and a purposeful life. What good habits have you established?
Jun 30, 2023•2 min•Ep. 446
How Can I Overcome a Bad Habit?
Habits are part of our life. Second nature for everyone. Breaking those habits that are harmful can be tough. God can help move those bad habits, to good habits that bring peace and hope. Listen and learn how.
Jun 28, 2023•2 min•Ep. 445
How Can I Stop Habitual Lying?
Being truthful. For most, it's part of who we are. For others, it's simply not possible, because they have built a path so deep and dark that lying becomes a perceived truth. Is that where you are, today. Listen and learn how to change that.
Jun 26, 2023•2 min•Ep. 444
What Gives Addictions Power?
The power to break bad habits comes from permitting Jesus Christ to create in you, a new way of thinking and has control over the old thought patterns. You DO have the power to make that happen.
Jun 23, 2023•2 min•Ep. 443
What Gives Habits Power?
Have you be against the cutting edge of a powerful, embarrassing habit that is hard to break? Habit start out as cobwebs and turn into shackles. God has the power to help break those habits.
Jun 21, 2023•2 min•Ep. 442
How Do Habits Seize Control?
A bad habit can be what causes pain and suffering. It might not be alcohol, tobacco, or food. The power of a habit, either good or bad, will shape who we are and determine our future, God has the power to help us move to good habits that align with his purpose for our lives.
Jun 19, 2023•2 min•Ep. 441
Can a Bad Habit Be Conquered?
What makes bad habits hard to break is they are often welcomes, enjoyed and even believed to be beneficial. Bad habits have power over you. God has the power to help you remove and replace those with good habits that align with his wish for our lives.
Jun 16, 2023•2 min•Ep. 440
How Can I Nurture Someone?
Nurturing, not an easy task. It provides reassurance in situations that appear hopeless. It rises above anger and revenge. Do you have a tough time nurturing someone else? Listen and discover how to be better at nurturing.
Jun 14, 2023•2 min•Ep. 439
Does Criticism and Fault-Finding Work?
Criticism and fault-finding is an unproductive method of changing someone's behavior. It is also hurtful and emotionally damaging. Is that how you approach someone? Listen and find out how to be better at building up someone.
Jun 12, 2023•2 min•Ep. 438
Is Nurturing a Necessity?
Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. These are all attributes of nurturing. With these, nurturing is possible.
Jun 09, 2023•2 min•Ep. 437
How is Compassion Related to Forgiveness?
When God for gives us he completely forgets our sins. Sometimes we have a tough time following his lead. Is that hard for you, as well?
Jun 07, 2023•2 min•Ep. 436
What Does Forgiveness Include?
Words verbalize what's in the heart. Beyond that, words demonstrate sincerity. True forgiveness leads to behaviors that builds a person up. Can you do that?
Jun 05, 2023•2 min•Ep. 435
Why Should I Forgive?
So here's the deal. God does not hold grudges. And neither should you. Follow his example by forgiving others. You will not regret it.
Jun 02, 2023•2 min•Ep. 434
What Makes an Apology Sincere?
It's not about you. It's about the other person. If you are reluctant to be humble, remember that Jesus humbled himself and died on the cross just for you. So, can you do the same?
May 31, 2023•2 min•Ep. 433
Why Should I Apologize?
Can you do it? Can you humble yourself with humility? An apology restores fellowship and peace to a relationship. Without an apology, reconciliation will never happen. Don't be caught in that trap.
May 29, 2023•2 min•Ep. 432
How Can I Apologize?
An apology is necessary because it opens the door to forgiveness. It is also the beginning of reclaiming your self-respect. Holding onto hurt does nothing good, and damages the opportunity for peace.
May 26, 2023•2 min•Ep. 431
How Can I Apologize for Wrong and Hurtful Behavior?
Not an easy task, but it becomes easier when you turn to the Holy Spirit for guidance. Speak the truth and speak it with humility. Your actions will be received and blessed. Take the first step by turning to God. He is waiting for you.
May 24, 2023•2 min•Ep. 430
How Can I Overcome Betrayal?
Here's a tough question. How can I keep my anger in check and ignore insults? Not easy to do, but necessary. And if you are guilty of betrayal are you capable of demonstrating humility through confession? Anger is wasted energy. Following God's word is an essential to making things right.
May 22, 2023•2 min•Ep. 429
What is Out of Bounds Anger?
Here's a tough one. If you're the recipient of some ones anger, go and make amends to that person. God can give you the courage to do just that. Are you willing to do so?
May 19, 2023•2 min•Ep. 428
What Happens When Anger Turns Inward?
Search your heart for honesty. A few words that can change a bad situation into a positive opportunity. Ask God for opportunities to honest about your feelings. He will hear your prayer.
May 17, 2023•2 min•Ep. 427
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