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List at least 50 things for which you are thankful. Then, spend time in prayer.
“Yet he has not left himself without testimony: He has shown kindness by giving you rain from heaven and crops in their seasons; he provides you with plenty of food and fills your hearts with joy.” (Acts 14:17)
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Every time you are tempted to worry today, commit to thankfulness. Count your blessings.
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“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Philippians 4:6-7)
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Commit this passage to memory: “One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord and to seek Him in his temple. 5 For in the day of trouble He will keep me safe in His dwelling; He will hide me in the shelter of His tabernacle and set me high upon a rock. 6 Then my head will be exalted above the enemies who surround me; at His tabernacle will I sacrifice with shouts of joy; I will sing and make music to the Lord.” (Psalm 27:4-6)
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“Discovering the CROSS in CrossFit - begins next week
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Forgive yourself today. Acknowledge something you have not let go.
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“Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you, 7 casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you.” (1 Peter 5:6-7)
Pray for someone who has wronged you in the last year. Then, find a way to show you have forgiven them. Send a note, make a call, invite them to lunch…do whatever it takes.
“If you judge people, you have no time to love them.” (Mother Teresa)
“Jesus said, ‘Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.’” (Luke 23:34)
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All day today: On the hour…every hour…stop and pray “The Lord’s Prayer.”
“Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from the evil one.” (Matthew 6:9-13)
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Let go of a grudge today. Forgive and forget.
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“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, ‘Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother when he sins against me? Up to seven times?’ Jesus answered, ‘I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.’ (Matthew 18:21-22)
“When you hold resentment toward another you are bound to that person or conditioning by an emotional link that is stronger than steel. Forgiveness is the only way to dissolve that link and get free.” (Catherine Ponder)
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Commit this passage to memory: “Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, 16 making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. 17 Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the Lord’s will is.” (Ephesians 5:15-17)
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Keep an eye out for a new weekly addition to the site beginning soon: “Discovering the Cross in CrossFit”
Review your physical fitness goals.
Then, meditate on our third theme verse: “Do not be wise in your own eyes; fear the Lord and shun evil. This will bring health to your body and nourishment to your bones.” (Proverbs 3:7-8)
How does this mindset help you achieve your physical goals?
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Review your social and intellectual goals (Fellowship & Career/Academic).
Then, meditate on our second theme verse: “Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight..” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
How do your goals involve the Lord’s guidance in these areas?
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