Start Your Day Off Right Series 2/4

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Here is some food for your Daily Bread!

2/4– Start Your Day Off Right Series

2/4–Quote:

In every life we have some trouble, when you worry you make it double, don’t worry be happy!

Story:

And then it occurred to me, Hey, this isn’t just the game of Monopoly that has caught my attention; this is the game of life. You sweat and strain to get ahead, but then one day, after a little chest pain or a wrong change of lanes on the freeway, the game ends. It all goes back in the box. You leave this world just as naked as the day you came into it. 

I once saw a bumper sticker that proclaimed, He who dies with the most toys wins. That’s wrong. It should say, He who dies with the most toys dies anyway.

Scripture:

1 Timothy 6:6-10

But godliness with contentment is great gain. For we brought nothing into this world, and it is certain we can carry nothing out. And having food and raiment let us be therewith content. But they that will be rich fall into temptation and a snare, and into many foolish and hurtful lusts, which drown men in destruction and perdition. For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the faith, and pierced themselves through with many sorrows.

Humor:

2/4–An award should go to the United Airlines gate agent in Denver for being smart and funny, and making he point, when confronted with a passenger who probably deserved to fly as cargo. During the final days at Denver’s old Stapleton airport, a crowded United flight was cancelled.

A single agent was rebooking a long line of inconvenienced travelers. Suddenly an angry passenger pushed his way to the desk. He slapped his ticket down on the counter and said, “I have to be on this flight and it has to be FIRST CLASS.” The agent replied, “I’m sorry sir. I’ll be happy to try to help you, but I’ve got to help those folks first, and I’m sure we’ll be able to work something out.”

The passenger was unimpressed. He asked loudly, so that the passengers behind him could hear, “Do you have nay idea who I am?” Without hesitating, the gate agent smiled and grabbed her public address microphone.

“May I have your attention please?” She began, her voice bellowing throughout the terminal. “We have a passenger here at the gate WHO DOES NOT KNOW WHO HE IS. If anyone can help him find his identity, please come to the gate.”

Good question! Who are we? In Christ we are new creations!

The Quiet Strength Of Humbleness

In a world that often rewards the loudest voice, the biggest title, or the flashiest success, humbleness can feel almost… forgotten. Yet humbleness is one of the strongest qualities a person can carry. It doesn’t shout. It doesn’t demand attention. But it leaves a deep and lasting impact everywhere it goes.

Humbleness is not weakness. It is strength under control.

A humble person knows who they are—but doesn’t feel the need to prove it. They can celebrate their accomplishments without standing on someone else’s shoulders. They can admit mistakes without losing dignity. They can listen just as well as they speak. That kind of confidence is rare, and it’s powerful.

Humbleness keeps us teachable. The moment we think we’ve learned it all is the moment we stop growing. A humble heart says, “I still have something to learn.” It opens the door for wisdom, correction, and growth—things pride quietly locks out.

Humbleness also keeps us connected to others. Pride builds walls; humbleness builds bridges. People are drawn to those who make room for others, who don’t dominate the conversation, who don’t always have to be right. A humble spirit creates safety—people feel seen, heard, and valued.

One of the greatest examples of humbleness is found in service. When we serve without needing recognition, we reflect the highest form of character. True greatness is not found in how many people serve us, but in how willingly we serve others.

Scripture reminds us of this truth:

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will lift you up.” (James 4:10)

Notice the order—humble yourselves first. Lifting comes later. When we rush to exalt ourselves, we often stumble. But when we walk humbly, elevation comes at the right time, in the right way.

Humbleness doesn’t mean thinking less of yourself—it means thinking of yourself less. It means using what you’ve been given to help, encourage, and uplift those around you.

So today, walk humbly. Speak kindly. Listen carefully. Serve quietly. Trust that what is done with humility never goes unnoticed—even when it feels unseen.

In the end, humbleness doesn’t shrink you.

It strengthens you.

The Unhappy Man Who Found His Happiness

An old man lived in the village. The whole village was tired of him; he was always gloomy, he constantly complained and was always in a bad mood. 

But one day, when he turned eighty, an incredible thing happened. Instantly everyone started hearing the rumor: ‘The old man is happy today, he doesn’t complain about anything, smiles, and even his face is freshened up.’

The longer he lived, the viler he became and more poisonous were his words. People did their best to avoid him because his misfortune was contagious. He created the feeling of unhappiness in others.

The whole village gathered around the man and asked him, “What happened to you?”

The old man replied, ‘Nothing special. Eighty years I’ve been chasing happiness and it was useless. And then I decided to live without happiness and just enjoy life. That’s why I’m happy now.’”

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Start Your Day Off Right Series 2/3

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2/3– Start Your Day Off Right Series 

Quote:

2/3–TEAM— Together, Everyone, Achieves, More.

Story:

2/4–Grant And Best Buds Forgiving

Scripture:

Matthew 6:14-15

For if ye forgive men their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you: But if ye forgive not men their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Humor:

I couldn’t decide whether to go to Salt Lake City or Denver for vacation, so I called the airlines to get prices. “Airfare to Denver is $300,” the cheery salesperson replied. “And what about Salt Lake City?” “We have a really great rate to Salt Lake—$99,” she said “But there is a stopover.” “Where?” “In Denver,” she said.  

Keep Going Even When You Can’t See The Goal Yet

February 2 sits quietly on the calendar. It’s not a holiday. It doesn’t shout for attention. It’s just another day—and that’s exactly why it matters.

Most breakthroughs don’t happen on big, dramatic days. They happen on ordinary ones like today.

By now, the excitement of a new year may be fading. The resolutions that felt so strong a month ago might feel a little heavier. You’ve been doing the right things, but you may be wondering, “Is this even making a difference?”

Let me encourage you today: just because you don’t see results yet doesn’t mean nothing is happening.

Think about seeds planted in the ground. For a while, it looks like nothing is going on. The soil is quiet. The surface doesn’t change. But underneath, roots are forming, strength is developing, and life is preparing to break through.

Your efforts are like that.

Every prayer you pray

Every kind word you speak

Every step you take forward—even the small ones

Every time you choose faith over fear

None of it is wasted.

Scripture reminds us in Galatians 6:9:

“Let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”

Notice it says due season—not immediate season.

February 2 is a reminder to stay faithful in the middle, to trust the process, and to keep showing up even when motivation feels low. You don’t have to feel strong to be faithful. You just have to keep going.

If today feels ordinary, let it be extraordinary in one simple way:

Choose encouragement over discouragement Gratitude over grumbling Hope over doubt

Those small choices add up.

So take a breath today. Lift your head. You’re further along than you think. God is still working, and your story is still unfolding.

Keep going. Your February matters. Your faithfulness matters. And you matter.