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11/6–Start Your Day Off Right series

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11/6– Experience is the name everyone gives to their mistakes Oscar Wilde

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11/6–Discouragement Epidemic—Have you ever gotten sick from a virus?  

Discouragement  today is of an epidemic proportions! You can give it to others, and watch out, lest you catch it too.  You don’t have to seek discouragement, it will seek you out. 

But, if it is encouragement you are after, encouragement has to be sought after, hungered for.  It is elusive to the “wanna be” people who aren’t serious. It is well worth every effort to the few, faithful who have the determination.

Some caught this disease in their childhood, when someone hinted they may be inferior in some way.  They, more than likely, passed it on (unintentionally) to someone else. And the madness goes on and on, from generation to generation.  The people who were abused as a child wind up being abusers as adults.  Children of alcoholics too often become alcoholics themselves.

Excuses– Another thing that is passed down and around.  It is also an epidemic. The road to failure is paved with excuses and good intentions. The world needs less excuses, complainining and explaining. 

Explaining in too much detail is not necessary, brevity is so much more desirable.  If you are sick with an ailment, it is ok to say you are sick, but do you have to recount every time you coughed, sneezed, scratched, etc?  Whining is close kin to compaining and excuses. There ought be a rule that the complainer must pay a fine–say $5 or so per whine. Laugh and the whole world laughs with you, cry and you cry alone.

Your Destiny–don’t let anyone speak to and define your destiny….you are in charge of that.  You are special and you are a worthy person. God didn’t make  junk, therefore you must be special and specially designed.  There is not , and will never be, anyone else like you.  Anything that is rare always has a great value (like antiques).  If there was only one of an object that was made, it doesn’t matter what the object was, it would be priceless. The chances of you ever being upon this earth was remote, that it had to be God who wanted it to be thus.

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Scripture:

Romans 12:2

And be not conformed to this world: but be ye transformed by the renewing of your mind, that ye may prove what is that good, and acceptable, and perfect, will of God.

Humor:

If you can’t find five minutes, can you spare one or two?

Two taxidermists stopped before a window in which an owl was on display. They immediately began to criticize the way it was mounted. Its eyes were not natural; its wings were not in proportion with its head; its feathers were not neatly arranged; and its feet could be improved. When they had finished with their criticism, the old owl turned his head… and winked at them.

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Thankfulness isn’t just something we show once a year around the dinner table — it’s a way of living every single day. When we learn to count our blessings instead of our burdens, everything begins to look different. Gratitude turns what we have into enough and even more. It turns ordinary moments into blessings and challenges into lessons.

1 Thessalonians 5:18 reminds us, “In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.” Notice it doesn’t say for everything, but in everything. Even when life doesn’t go our way, there’s still something to be thankful for — maybe it’s the strength to endure, the people who stand by us, or simply the breath we breathe.

Being thankful softens the heart. It keeps us humble and focused on the good rather than the negative. When we live with gratitude, it lifts not only our spirit but also those around us. It’s contagious — in the best way.

So today, before you complain, pause and thank God for something — even the small things: the sunrise, a kind word, a warm meal, or a friend who cares. Gratitude is like sunshine for the soul — it brightens even the darkest days.

Quote of the Day:

“It’s not happy people who are thankful; it’s thankful people who are happy.”

Clean Joke:

Why did the turkey join the band?

Because it had the drumsticks! 🥁😄

Final Thought:

When you wake up thankful, you start your day with peace. When you go to bed thankful, you end your day with joy.

11/5–Start Your Day Off Right Series 

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Criticize 

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11/5–I know something about you not even knowing you that you have seeds of greatness within you! 

You have ability to do things within you that you can’t even begin to imagine! 

You have talents and skills within you that you haven’t even began to reach for yet! 

When the end comes for you let it find you climbing up a new mountain not sliding down an old one. 

How sad to reach the point of death only realizing that you have never really lived! You realize that you have never even scraped the surface of your potential! 

To reach your dreams you must have a plan of action, be relentless, have a dream, and let nothing stop you!! 

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Scripture:

Ephesians 3:20

Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us,

Humor:

Knock knock::Adolph

When you thought I wasn’t looking,  I saw you hang my first painting on the refrigerator and I wanted to paint another one.

When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you feed a stray cat, and I thought it was good to be kind to animals.

When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you make my favorite cake just for me, and I understood that little special things.

When you thought I wasn’t looking, I heard you say a prayer and I believed that is a  God that I could always talk to.

You thought I wasn’t looking about you kiss me good night, and I felt loved.

When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw  tears come from your eyes and I learned sometimes things hurt but it’s all right to cry.

When you thought I wasn’t looking, I saw that you cared I wanted to be everything I could be!

When you thought I wasn’t looking, I wanted to say thanks for all the things I saw when you thought I wasn’t looking!

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Anger is a powerful emotion — one that can either drive us to positive change or destroy what we value most. It often begins as a small spark — a word, a look, a disappointment — but if we don’t control it, that spark can turn into a wildfire. The truth is, anger is not the problem; it’s what we do with it that determines the outcome.

In Proverbs 16:32, the Bible says, “He that is slow to anger is better than the mighty; and he that ruleth his spirit than he that taketh a city.” That means controlling your temper is a greater victory than conquering a city — because self-control is one of the hardest battles you’ll ever fight.

When we let anger guide our actions, we often say or do things we can’t take back. Bridges get burned. Relationships are damaged. Peace of mind slips away. But when we take a breath, step back, and respond instead of react, we reclaim our power.

Anger can be like a storm — intense, loud, and frightening. Yet, just as storms pass, so can our anger if we let it. We don’t have to let temporary emotions cause permanent damage. Instead, we can choose patience, understanding, and forgiveness.

So today, if you feel anger rising, pause. Ask yourself: Will this matter tomorrow? Will it matter next week? If not, let it go. Life is too short to spend in bitterness. Choose peace over pride and calm over chaos. You’ll find that real strength isn’t in getting even — it’s in getting better.

Quote of the Day:

“Holding onto anger is like drinking poison and expecting the other person to die.” — Buddha

Clean Joke:

Why did the man put his anger in the freezer?

Because he wanted to chill out! 😄

Final Thought:

Don’t let anger write your story. Let grace, patience, and love hold the pen.

11/4–Start Your Day Off Right Series 

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11/3–Happiness is not the absence of problems, it’s the ability to deal with them.” – Steve Maraboli

You don’t need to aspire to be happy or even to “not” be sad. Just take a moment and actively reflect on how you’re feeling today. Be good to yourself, but be honest. You can recognize that you feel lonely or sad. That is a step towards feeling better.

Story:

11/4–/The Lady On The Train, Her Bags And The Conducter

Scripture:

1 Peter 5:7

Casting all your care upon him; for he careth for you.

Humor:

What was the occupation of the 3 wise men… they were firemen, they a just come from a fire

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11/4 Can You Spare A Minute Or So?

11/4–One afternoon, a fox was walking through the forest and spotted a bunch of grapes hanging from a lofty branch.

‘Just the thing to quench my thirst,’ he thought.

Taking a couple of steps back, the fox jumped and just missed the hanging grapes. 

The fox tried again but still failed to reach them.

Finally, giving up, the fox turned his nose up and said, ‘They’re probably sour anyway,’ and walked away.”

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Humbleness is often misunderstood as weakness—but in truth, it’s one of the greatest strengths a person can possess. The humble heart isn’t lowly; it’s grounded. It doesn’t boast, yet it shines with quiet confidence. A humble person doesn’t think less of themselves—they simply think of themselves less.

Pride shouts for attention; humility whispers with grace. When you’re humble, you’re open to learning, growing, and listening. You don’t have to be the loudest in the room to make an impact. The most powerful influence often comes from a gentle spirit that leads by example.

🌾 A Thought to Remember

“Before honor is humility.” — Proverbs 15:33

When you live with humbleness, you don’t need to chase recognition—God will exalt you in due time. True greatness is found not in lifting ourselves above others, but in lifting others up.

💭 A Short Story

A young man once visited a wise mentor, boasting about all he had learned. The mentor silently poured him a cup of tea until it overflowed. Startled, the young man cried out, “Stop! The cup is full!” The mentor smiled and said, “You are like this cup—so full of yourself that nothing new can enter. Empty yourself, and you will learn.”

🙌 Reflection

Humility allows room for wisdom, kindness, and growth. It reminds us that we are all learning, all imperfect, and all valuable in God’s eyes.

Today, walk humbly. Speak gently. Serve willingly. The humble heart shines brighter than pride ever could.

Luke 7/19-23. And John calling unto him two of his disciples sent them to Jesus, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? When the men were come unto him, they said, John Baptist hath sent us unto thee, saying, Art thou he that should come? or look we for another? And in that same hour he cured many of their infirmities and plagues, and of evil spirits; and unto many that were blind he gave sight. Then Jesus answering said unto them, Go your way, and tell John what things ye have seen and heard; how that the blind see, the lame walk, the lepers are cleansed, the deaf hear, the dead are raised, to the poor the gospel is preached. And blessed is he, whosoever shall not be offended in me.