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When you make a mistake today and begin to react to the situation – ask yourself these questions:
What are the facts, and what is fiction? How can I learn from the situation, and how could I make it worse?
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“Life is 10% what happens to you and 90% how you react to it.” (Charles Swindoll)
If you really mean it, greet those you love with an outward expression that proves it.
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“The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Priscilla greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house. 20 All the brothers and sisters here send you greetings. Greet one another with a holy kiss.” (1 Corinthians 16:19-20)
When you feel disrespected, hurt, or mistreated today – redirect your focus to God’s view of the other person. Based on His Word, describe God’s perspective.
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“The arrogant are attacking me, O God; a band of ruthless men seeks my life— men without regard for you. 15 But you, O Lord, are a compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness.” (Psalm 86:14-15)
Spend time in prayer today for someone who is ‘tough to love.’ This may be someone who obviously dislikes you, or someone who has wronged you.
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“If you love only those people who love you, will God reward you for that…If you greet only your friends, what’s so great about that? Don’t even unbelievers do that? But you must always act like your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:46-47)
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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Review your spiritual goals (personal faith, family faith, outreach).
Then, meditate on our first theme verse: “Let love and faithfulness never leave you; bind them around your neck, write them on the tablet of your heart. Then you will win favor and a good name in the sight of God and man.” (Proverbs 3:3-4)
How do your goals encourage your commitment to “love and faithfulness?”
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Identify one person in your life who needs encouragement. Remind them of the reasons they should have confidence.
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“Be careful how you live; you will be the only Bible some people ever read.” (William J. Toms)
Commit to giving monetarily to a cause of your choice today.
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“Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7)
Seinfeld Video – Make Sure You Are In Tune With Your Gift Recipients!
Spend time in prayer for someone who is difficult for you to love.
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“Bless those who persecute you; bless and do not curse. 15 Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn. 16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but be willing to associate with people of low position. Do not be conceited. “17 Do not repay anyone evil for evil. Be careful to do what is right in the eyes of everybody. 18 If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. 19 Do not take revenge, my friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. 20 On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” 21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good.” (Romans 12:17-21)
As you greet each person you meet today – immediately think of a reason you can love them.
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“As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. “Good teacher,” he asked, “what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 18 “Why do you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. 19 You know the commandments: ‘Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not give false testimony, do not defraud, honor your father and mother.’” 20 “Teacher,” he declared, “all these I have kept since I was a boy.” 21 Jesus looked at him and loved him. “One thing you lack,” he said. “Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” (Mark 10:17-21)
