To: YOU
Date: TODAY
From: THE BOSS
Subject: YOURSELF
Reference: LIFE

I am God. Today I will be handling all of your problems. Please remember that I do not need your help.

If life happens to deliver a situation to you that you cannot handle, do not attempt to resolve it. Kindly put it in the SFGTD (something for God to do) box. All situations will be resolved, but in My time, not yours.

Once the matter is placed into the box, do not hold onto it by worrying about it. Instead, focus on all the wonderful things that are present in your life now.

If you find yourself stuck in traffic; don’t despair. There are people in this world for whom driving is an unheard of privilege.

Should you have a bad day at work; think of the man who has been out of work for years.

Should you despair over a relationship gone bad; think of the person who has never known what it’s like to love and be loved in return.

Should you grieve the passing of another weekend; think of the woman in dire straits, working twelve hours a day, seven days a week to feed her children.

Should your car break down, leaving you miles away from assistance; think of the paraplegic who would love the opportunity to take that walk.

Should you notice a new gray hair in the mirror; think of the cancer patient in chemo who wishes she had hair to examine.

Should you find yourself at a loss and pondering what is life all about, asking what is my purpose? Be thankful. There are those who didn’t live long enough to get the opportunity.

Should you find yourself the victim of other people’s bitterness, ignorance, smallness or insecurities; remember, things could be worse. You could be one of them!

– Author Unknown

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“Some years ago at the opening of a disarmament conference, in the midst of a speech of King George of England, someone tripped over the wires of the Columbia Broadcasting Company, tearing them loose and interrupting service. The chief operator quickly grasped the loose wires in his bare hands, holding them in contact, and for 20 minutes the current passed through him while repairs were being made. His hands were slightly burned, but through them the words of the king passed on to millions of listeners, and were heard distinctly. Without his courage and endurance, the king’s message would have failed to reach its destination.

“Jesus Christ, the King of Kings, has chosen to send His message of salvation to a lost and dying world through human means. Whatever the cost, the message must reach those who have never heard. Every faithful Christian who is willing is a human instrument through whom the King’s voice is reaching the lost with a message of deliverance, freedom and peace (vastly more important than the message from London.)

Source: Bill Bright – “A Handbook for Christian Maturity”
(A Campus Crusade for Christ book)

Scripture: Daniel 12:3

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One day a carpenter stopped by the house of an elderly couple he worked for. The husband joyfully insisted that he join them for some ice cream and cake because it was their 50th anniversary.

“Fifty years!” He exclaimed. “That’s a long time with one person!”

“It would have been a lot longer without her,” the husband replied.

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For all the negative things we have to say to ourselves, God has a positive answer for it.

You say:”It’s impossible”
God says: All things are possible (Luke 18:27)

You say: “I’m too tired”
God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11:28-30)

You say: “Nobody really loves me”
God says: I love you (John 3:16 & John 13:34)

You say: “I can’t go on”
God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12:9 &> Psalm 1:15)

You say: “I can’t figure things out”
God says: I will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:5-6)

You say: “I can’t do it”
God says: “You can do all things (Philippians 4:3)

You say: “I’m not able”
God says: I am able (II Corinthians 9:8)

You say: “It’s not worth it”
God says: “It will be worth it (Roman 8:28)

You say: “I can’t forgive myself”
God says: I FORGIVE YOU (1 John 1:9 & Romans 8:1)

You say: “I can’t manage”
God says: “I will supply your needs” (Philippians 4:19)

You say: “I’m afraid”
God says: “I have not given you a spirit of fear” (II> Timothy 1:7)

You say: “I’m always worried and frustrated”
God says: “Cast all your cares on ME (1 Peter 5:7)

You say: “I don’t have enough faith”
God says: “I’ve given everyone a measure of faith (Romans> 12:3)

You say: “I’m not smart enough”
God says: I give you wisdom (I Corinthians 1:30)

You say: “I feel alone”
God says: “I will never leave you or forsake you (Hebrews 13:5)

Source Unknown

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Last Week I threw out Worrying, it was getting old and in the way. It kept me from being me; I couldn’t do things God’s way.

I threw out those Inhibitions; they were just crowding me out. Made room for my New Growth, got rid of my old dreams and doubts.

I threw out a book on MY PAST (didn’t have time to read it anyway). Replaced it with New Goals, started reading it today.

I threw out hate and bad memories, (remember how I treasured them so)? Got me a NEW PHILOSOPHY too, threw out the one from long ago.

Brought in some new books too, called I CAN, I WILL, and I MUST. Threw out I might, I think and I ought. WOW, You should’ve seen the dust.

I ran across an OLD FRIEND, haven’t seen him in a while. I believe his name is GOD, Yes, I really like His style.

He helped me to do some cleaning and added some things Himself. Like PRAYER, HOPE and FAITH, Yes I placed them right on the shelf.

I picked up this special thing and placed it at the front door. I FOUND IT – its called PEACE. Nothing gets me down anymore.

Yes, I’ve got my house looking nice. Looks good around the place. For things like Worry and Trouble there just isn’t any place.

Its good to do a little house cleaning, get rid of the old things on the shelf. It sure makes things brighter; maybe you should TRY IT YOURSELF. This is a start of my “NEW BEGINNING”

– Author Unknown

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A wealthy man had a friend who was a builder. The builder was down on his luck and hadn’t done much work lately. The wealthy man felt sorry for him and decided he would help him out. He offered him a set of plans and a check for $300,000. The philanthropic gentleman said, “I want you to build me a new home. I’m turning the entire project over to you. You make all the decisions. If you do a good job, I promise to pay you well.”

The builder was very excited. He could finally start earning some good money. But he started thinking, “If I cut a few corners here and there maybe I could pocket some of that $300,000.” So he went out and bought the cheapest concrete he could find. He had the cement mixer water it down so it would stretch further. He saved four or five thousand dollars right there.

Then contractor went out and found the least expensive lumber he could fine. Some of the wood was bent and warped. He didn’t care since it would be hidden behind the walls. He did the same thing with the plumbing, the electrical work, cutting corners and saving money. When the job was completed, he had saved nearly $40,000, which he discreetly buried in his own bank account.

He called his wealthy friend to take a look at the finished house. The purchaser was quite impressed. On the surface, the home appeared to be beautiful. The prosperous gentleman never guessed the builder had cut corners, compromising the integrity of the whole house.

The builder was ecstatic as he recognized how pleased the owner was. He could not wait to see how much he was going to be paid.

As the wealthy man walked to the front door, he turned slowly with a grin on his face and said to the builder, “You know, I don’t really need this home. I already have a beautiful home.” Then he handed the builder the keys, and said, “Here, my friend. This is for you. You’ve just built yourself a brand new home.”

You and I are always building our own homes. Whether it is on the job or in your church, you are building a reputation or character of integrity. When you cut corners by being dishonest on your job or failing to give your best, you are hurting yourself. If you never have time to build God’s house with our time and talents, you are hurting yourself.

Your poor foundational decisions will affect your future. You may look good on the outside, but inside you know the walls are starting to crumble.

Are you watering down your foundation because of a lack of integrity? What kind of materials are you placing in your life? Be you using the best materials to build your marriage and your service to the Lord or are you skimping?

From Your Best Life Now by Joel Osteen.

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If each note of music were to say,
“One note does not make a symphony”
There would be no symphony

If each word were to say,
“One word does not make a book”
There would be no book

If each brick were to say,
“One brick does not make a wall”
There would be no wall

If each drop of water were to say,
“One drop does not make an ocean”
There would be no ocean

If each seed were to say,
“One seed does not make a field of corn”
There would be no harvest

If each one of us were to say,
“One act of love cannot save mankind”
There would never be justice and peace on earth

Begin now, why are you waiting?

– Michael Quoist

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A story is told about a man who was on a luxury liner and suddenly he falls overboard. He can’t swim and in desperation he begins calling for help. Now it just so happens that there were several would be rescuers on deck who witnessed the incident.

The first man was a MORALIST. When he saw the man fall overboard he immediately reached into his briefcase and pulled out a book on how to swim. He now tossed it to him and he yelled: Now brother, you
read that and just follow the instructions and you will be alright.

The man next to him happened to be a IDEALIST. When he saw the man fall overboard he immediately jumped into the water and began swimming all around the drowning man saying: Now just watch me swim. Do as I do and you will be alright.

The person next to him happened to be a member of the INSTITUTIONAL
CHURCH. He looked upon the drowning man’s plight with deep concern. He yelled out: Now, just hold on friend. Help is on the way. We are going to establish a committee and dialogue your problem. And then, if we have come up with the proper financing, we will resolve your dilemma.

The next man on deck happened to be a representative of the school of
POSITIVE THINKING. He yelled out to the drowning man: “Friend, this
situation is not nearly as bad as you think. Think dry!”

The next man on board happened to be a REVIVALIST. By this time the drowning man was going down for the third time and desperately began waving his arm. Seeing that, the revivalist yelled out: Yes brother, I see that hand, is there another? Is there another?

And finally, the last man on deck, was a REALIST. He immediately plunged into the water, at the risk of his own life, and pulled the victim to safety.

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