Going Forward

We all need to continue pressing on by going forward. We should know this for others far more than for us.

We all have issues and struggles in our lives. Helping others we help ourselves too.

It doesn’t matter whether the person is younger, older or the same age as we are they need our help just like we need help too. We have to do it together.

I may be preaching to the choir however it is always a good reminder always. I know things don’t always sink in for me or I forget. Whatever the case we must go forward. This year’s motto let’s do it.   Yeah!!

What Is On Your Mind?

We all have things we ponder on. I have mentioned before how important it is to meditate on the good things. Those you know have the gift of encourage it is important to share what you can with them.

I know we all have secrets we haven’t shared with anyone. We should find someone we feel comfortable with sharing the secrets. The purpose is so we can be free of the thoughts. We don’t have to do so today however we should get ourselves ready to do so.

I have ministered with people who have areas in their lives they have dealt with for many years. Sharing, praying and forgiveness bring freedom. Depending on those areas can take time to resolve because they have been with us for a long time. Some things we don’t get over quickly while other things we can. Forgiveness can change our lives. So work on your thoughts and find someone you trust to help you then you can help others too.

Sunny Fall

It is amazing to me here in the Pacific Northwest the weather continues to be real nice with a lot of sun though the temperatures have lowered to the mid-60s.

I know some people think fall weather has arrived however I think it is still more toward summer temperatures though 20 degrees less.

I guess it is like anything all depends on your perspective. I think it as a good thing where I prefer the weather like this. I have lived here all my life so this is what I enjoy.

We could say to depend on the positive instead of the negative. I figure the sun being out is a good thing regardless of the temperature. It beats having rain.

Thursday night coming home from friends I saw the sun look orange with a smiling face. Yes I am not kidding you. Not a dark orange like the Great Pumpkin but more of a light orange. Seen nothing like it before. A great thing about life we can always find something new or different coming along.

I will enjoy the weather whatever it looks though sunny weather is the best. All in the attitude my friend.

Feeling Normal

I am sure everyone at some time or another wonder whether they are feeling normal or not.

I certainly sometimes feel that I am not like everyone else. This is when depression sometimes kicks in.

I want to feel like I have what everyone else has. This doesn’t happen often but it does happen.

We all have to feel like we belong to something more than our self. This is when I have to know my purpose and to go with it the best I can.

I want everyone to know they belong especially during the times it doesn’t feel that way. Encourage yourself along with finding someone else to encourage too. Do whatever it takes which could include screaming.

We might be abnormal so could mean we are normal. I am sure others feel the same way. So not feeling normal today is OK.

Reminders

I feel it is important to have reminders because it allows us to grateful and thankful for what we have.

Of course they have to good reminders because the bad ones can make us feel depressed and angry.

I have mentioned before that it is important to meditate on good things as well. This is especially true when we start feeling depressed. So much can go wrong when we think and feel sad especially being alone.

I enjoy reading Psalms out of the Bible because the words put down in poetry are often how we feel. King David speaks about others who are after him or other negative thoughts then he declares the positive with hope. Life is much better when we declare hope with faith and love.

Living is hard most of the time however to encourage ourselves along with others makes it so much better. We can feel being alone even among other people. So important to write words down included in a journal. Seeing what is written down can help us to. Repeat the words so we continue have reminders. Be thankful and grateful during the tough times well as the good. Amen!

Not An Easy Task

When we are helping others whether it has to do with our purpose or not it still not an easy task; we all go through things that can be complicated often at the same time.

We have friends or family for that matter can be going through the same things we do. Although never easy the reason so we have someone we can help at the same we need the help. We sometimes feel we go at it alone and it doesn’t need to be.

Words don’t always have to be said. Often just giving a hug or handshake; remember not every task is easy. Most of the time the task we are dealing with is real hard; being there for each other the important part.

Being a Friend

I really enjoy hearing others stories whether I ministering, mentoring, a friend or someone I just met. The thing about it is we are all going through stuff. Not everything is good and it is nice to know that you are not going alone on your own.

Whether we are married or single with family or not there are always issues in the way. Often it has to do with how we grew up. We see things through the filter of our childhood. This can be either good or bad or something in between. I would say that many of us have lived in the between because good things and bad things have happened to us all. Often we let the bad things shape our lives. All things go how we deal with them. We don’t always do well with it and goes into our relationships when we get older.

The most important thing though is how will we deal with those things we have gone through. Do we let them dominate our lives or not. We have to realize that the past is what it truly is. Listening to others makes me feel more that I am not alone.

We may not feel loved by others however we are loved by the Almighty God who created us each. We have to decide that we are going to accept his love or not. Often we can become bitter because of our circumstances and life. Let’s release it over to him. I am not saying it is an easy task because it truly isn’t. I am still working through it myself though I do know how important releasing these things are. We will have more peace because of it. So may you be the person you are meant to be today. Amen!

Its Official Fall

Here in the northern hemisphere it is officially fall. I am not sure how different the year is in the southern hemisphere since I have never lived there. Actually I haven’t even visited the southern hemisphere.

I do know that southern hemisphere is now spring but I don’t know how it works in September when we have the reverse in March. I can’t imagine winter either when we have summer as well.  December being summer seems odd to me. Of course for you that live there I am sure feel the same way. It makes life odd for sure. Those who have lived in both hemispheres I am sure have had to get used to the difference.

 Here in western Washington September the temperature at times has been warmer than normal and then other times cooler. It is very interesting getting used to changes of climate over the last few years.

Overnight we had some rain which has been common as of late however the sun is coming out now which is nice as well. October we will have a lot of rain so enjoy the sun whenever we can even if it is only for a few hours.

Here a lot of people get depressed because of the clouds and the rain however I try not to be. Like I have mentioned before I have had to deal with depression over the years but I am not sure it happens because of the weather. I do know that depression happens to me more in December because of the holiday season. Not as often as it used to be. I find being single it is hard to see families celebrating the holidays.

I have mentioned that often we have to make a choice when it comes to be happy and glad so I believe the same goes for depression unless you have a medical issue that is.

Anyway I am choosing to enjoy the fall especially right now with the leaves coming out on the trees. I will enjoy the rain as well though it is difficult to do so when it continues for a few weeks without seeing the sun.

Important to be joyous at all times regardless of the circumstances. So whether you have the fall or the spring right now enjoy yourself.

Being Thankful For What We Have

The weekend I figure is a good time to relax and reflect what is going on our lives.

When things going are difficult we should still think about being thankful for what we have.

Often being thankful can be the best thing for us especially during trying times. We often hear about suicides especially among young people. Everything in their lives seems so big at the time not knowing that it will pass when they are older; another way to say it “they can’t see the trees because of the forest”.  I know where they are because I dealt with depression when I was there age and at times still do.

Not an easy thing to do but being thankful for the things we have especially the small ones will help get us through. Life is so short anyway that we must do the very best to make every day special.

Measure Success

One of the hardest things to do is measure success in anything and that goes for our purpose as well.

I believe the measure of success has to be earned over time. We have to realize that there will be failures well as successes.

The most important thing is to learn from both success and failures. They allow us to have a measuring stick in everything we do.

The most important thing is not to have our success at an unrealistic level. Over time we can raise the level of success.

When we begin working with someone we never should look at the full measure of success. Other words every step forward should be looked at success. A step backwards should only meant to be a little failure to look forward to the success ahead.

So success should never be really measured during the time with any one person.

Remember to that we were created for a purpose so success should be already built in though failures are part of life as well.

Confidence

The main ingredient in our purpose beyond the gifts and talents is confidence.

Yes we have to believe in what we are doing with our purpose.

Of course at times doubt will come in however we need to find a way not to waiver.

Those we mentor or lead must feel the confidence that we have in ourselves and helping them as well.

They must believe in us well as becoming confident in themselves.

Confidence is not something we show it is something we have.

These words I am saying for you than you have it all to do your purpose.

 Of course it does take time and experience to have the confidence however remember to your purpose has always been with you even if you just discovered your purpose.  

Finding Your Way

Often it takes us a while to find our way. It can take years to do so.

I believe it has only been five years possibly less that I realized what my purpose in life is.

It is exciting to know when you find out this can be true.

Often we think our job and along with family is the only purpose we have . Actually it is a good thing however when you realize that there is even more to our lives excitement can boil over.

I believe a very good purpose is to help others to find their way. Can be very fulfilling and be excited about as well to see others find their way.

I enjoy hearing stories about how people have discovered their purpose.  Joy happens for everyone involved.

Often finding the right path after going so long on the wrong path is exciting too. Actually our purpose can be to help others we have found that walked the wrong path in the same we did.

If you are still looking to find your way it is OK as well. I am sure that you will find it soon. Making mistakes shouldn’t keep us from getting where we should go. 

Remember that at some point everyone has made mistakes. 

The most important thing is to learn from them. So never let mistakes allow you to never get on the right path. Amen!

Changing World

We were created for a purpose in changing the world or at the very least those around the part of the world we live.

We don’t necessarily have to do big things as I have mentioned before but can be little things as well.

Remember to that not everyone can or should talk a lot. It is a purpose for some of course however your actions can speak more volumes than talking.

Those you see will watch your moves. I have had people tell me how much I have affected their lives without saying anything in regards to the areas they mention.

Be kind to others, have eye contact and smile as often as you can. Not always easy to do but good sound advice.

Remember to treat others like you want to be treated.

I am sure you are changing your part of the world without even realizing it. Keep up the good work. God bless and peace to you.