Author: Gerald
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Your Attitude Makes A Difference
Recently, I was corralled into watching a movie with my daughter and was I in for a treat. She had me watching a Barbie movie. Oh, I thought, is this going to drive me crazy? I was expecting Barbie drives Ken to the beach or something like that. Ken is the teenage neighbor who does…
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What About Divorce?
In a recent Bible study I attended, one of the participants clearly was struggling with divorce. He seemed aware of the commandment “thou shall not divorce” and the Mt 5:31-32 scripture, leaving little or no room for a soft landing on divorce. No one in attendance, including a pastor, provided any words of relief or…
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Neuroplasticity: Thoughts change brain connections
Our thoughts come and go on constantly. Neuroplasticity is the science of the human brain’s ability to change, adapt, and reorganize itself throughout life. Consequently, it is extremely important that our brain is provided with thoughts, treatments, concepts, and ideas for our well-being and success in life. Our brain reacts in the way it was taught…
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Benefits of Faith in Christ
Faith in God shapes and changes life in many ways, especially our behavior, mental state, and human relationships. Behavior and mental state are greatly influenced by our thinking and attitude. Over time, repeated Christ-based thinking and practice reshapes the brain through neuroplasticity, the ability of the brain to adapt, change, and reorganize. The teachings…
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Thoughts. Negative. Positive. Bothersome.
Everybody gets the rascals. Do you let them control your life? Often as Christians we are reminded we are sinners. This deals with the negative of life in becoming what we think about. What we are not hearing enough is the gifts of love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. (Gal 5:22-23) There…
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Your Attitude Makes A Difference
Recently I was corralled into watching a movie with my daughter and was I in for a treat. She had me watching a Barbie movie. Oh, I thought is this going to drive me crazy. I was expecting Barbie drives Ken to the beach or something like that. Ken is the teenage neighbor who does…
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Life Means Change Happens
Recently I was corralled into watching a movie with my daughter and was I in for a treat. She had me watching a Barbie movie. Oh, I thought is this going to drive me crazy. I was expecting Barbie drives Ken to the beach or something like that. Ken is the teenage neighbor who does…
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Surprise: You Are the One Who Shapes Your Life
You shape your life by goals you set. You do set goals, right? What are those goals? Are they financial? Family? Spiritual? Entertainment? How do you define success? My friend Earl Nightingale says “success is the progressive realization of a worthy ideal.” What is your worthy ideal / best possible outcome for your life? You…
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What are the elements of the 12 step process?
The 12-step process is a set of guiding principles and actions used in various self-help and support groups, particularly those aimed at overcoming addictions and compulsive behaviors. The process was initially developed by Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and has since been adapted and used by numerous other groups. While the specific steps may vary slightly depending…
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Favorite Biblical Proverbs
Take the challenge, read Proverbs in The Bible and find those that help you become the best version of yourself. Favorite Proverbs in the Bible about becoming the best version of yourself: Proverbs 3:5-6 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, do not depend on your own understanding. Seek the Lord’s will in all…
