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Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 10, 2020
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The cross represents Christ and my faith in Christ. When I wear a cross necklace, it means my faith in Christ and that he died on the cross for my sins. Christ is always by your side.

The cross shape represents that Christ loves me from my head down to my toes. The four corners of the cross show me that Christ will protect me wherever I may roam. God created unpredictable nature, and accidents do happen to all of us eventually. All of us will get sick and die eventually, as it is part of nature.

God protects us the best he can while we are in our earthly bodies. I believe God has answered many of my prayers over the years, which is a great comfort to me. I want to help spread God’s good works as often as possible. I have been very blessed in my lifetime. I was blessed with kind, wonderful, loving, caring, and unique parents.

Going to church helps you grow and mature as a Christian. Visit with your church family and support each other; much can be accomplished with support from like-minded people. Listening to sermons helps your connection with God and in serving others.

When I attend church, I feel that God is truly in my house of worship. I have heard about the same church all my life, and the connection to my church is powerful. There is a prominent Gold cross on the altar in front of my church, and I look at it every Sunday; the cross represents Christ and my everlasting faith in Christ and that he is our great redeemer.

Study the cross and think to yourself what the cross represents to you in your life.

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A New Vision For A New Year

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date January 2, 2020
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We all envision what we want to complete or accomplish in the new year. Make the idea one that will uplift you and others in the new year. We expect our life as we want it to look down the road. What is your particular vision or vision for the new year at hand? Mine is to put forth my best effort in everything that I do.

Sometimes we have a vision of how we want another person to behave. We have to look at our behavior first. The perfect idea does not come to all of us. Sometimes we need God to show us the path he wants us to take with our life. Make positive changes if you do not like how you see yourself in life.

I love history, and I love to read history books, and then I like to travel to the places that I read about. I love to visit with people, and I try to put a smile on their faces. Everyone has a story to tell, and you will be surprised by what you can learn from their account.

I want to accomplish as much as I can in the new year. To do that, one needs the support of others. Friends and family can help ramp up your abilities to achieve much more than you could get alone. I want to visit more people in the new year and be a good steward.

Do not be afraid to relax and reconnect with yourself now and then. Your creative juices can work overtime when you are not stressed and worn out. I tend to write blog posts early morning, afternoon, or evening. See what times of the day you feel the most productive, and then put your heart and soul into your work, and other people will notice.

In the new year, I want to travel more and spend more time with friends, family, and my feline friends. I want to visit people and share stories and life experiences with them. I want God by my side daily, cheering me on to the finish line for all my visions.

Accomplish all you can in the new year that God has given you. Always be a person that others can look up to. Glory be to God in the highest. Thank you, God, for all you have given me and continue to provide me throughout my life.

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Diversity

We are a diverse nation, bringing something different to the table. We have different backgrounds and abilities, which blend well together. We have other jobs so that we can help one another effectively. We all like different things which add to the spice of life. Variety is essential, so you don’t stagnate and keep learning and discovering new things.

Diverse Skills

By being a diverse nation, are skills are very different, and we can blend the skills to discover cures for diseases and keep the electronic age moving full steam ahead. Thank goodness we do not all like the same things. If we all thought alike, we would be doing the same thing and driving the same brand and color car. Life would be dull, and we would not advance or move forward with time.

Vast Variety Is Good

We have many items for sale in the World that can benefit many people. We plant many vegetables, flowers, trees, and more that supply food, shade, and protect animals. The different styles of architecture add beauty to the land. We have bred different colors and sizes of dogs and other animals that add to nature’s beauty. Animals are bred to produce more milk, eggs, lean meat, and more. The different breeds of dogs help with many various tasks.

A Diverse Nation Can Benefit The Masses

Diversity is what makes a country strong. We have had many different and exciting experiences by learning from people in other nations. All of us want the same basic necessitates out of life. We can bring different methods of learning valuable things if we collaborate and work together toward a common goal. We have other jobs, abilities, skills, values, personality traits, and attitudes that, when blended, accomplish so much to improve the World. Be glad that we are a diverse nation that can benefit the masses.

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If You Think You Won't Succeed In Life You Probably Won't

If You Think You Won’t Succeed In Life You Probably Won’t

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date December 6, 2019
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Success begins with your attitude toward life in general. If you don’t like yourself, others will not like you. You are very wrong if you think it is easy to advance in life; it takes a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to make it to the top of your A-game. Life is full of ups and downs; sometimes, there seem to be more downs than ups. Remember, there will be blue skies ahead.

Listen To Sound Advice

Success becomes more manageable when you have people cheering you on in life. Friends can motivate each other to achieve beyond their wildest dreams. Ask people for advice in life, and remember to take their advice. When you are bullheaded and won’t listen to positive advice, you will sink and not swim. A great achiever listens to sound advice and runs to the finish line with it.

Move On Quickly

Successful people move on quickly when something does not pan out, and they do not cry over spilled milk. When plan A fails, move on to plan B and never look back. A successful hobby can turn into a full-time business. Put your heart and soul into everything you set out to do.

Consistency

If you have a business that is not doing well, ask your friends for advice and help in turning things around positively. Think of things you might be doing that would turn people away. Keep consistent hours and have an inviting store that is well-lit and not overcrowded with merchandise for sale. Keep your store clean and play relaxing music that sets people at ease.

Keep Learning

If you have not finished college, you should before you get overburdened with other time-consuming things in your life. People with a college education make more money than those without a college education today. The computer age moves on quickly, and you will soon be left behind without that knowledge. Electronics have become obsolete in two years nowadays.

Keep A Positive Attitude And Stay Motivated

Keep a positive attitude, listen to sound advice, keep up with the times, stay motivated, and remember you are on the road to success. Never give up on yourself; remember, if you think you are beaten, you are.

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Singing Praises To God And More

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date December 1, 2019
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We praise God to show him how much we love and adore him. God loves it when his flock sings joyful songs that praise his Holy name. Christmas is the time of year when many songs are sung that tell about the birth of Jesus. Songs tell a story in a way that people can easily remember the story that is being told. Christ the Savior is born at Christmas. Think of your life if Jesus had not been returned to a manager years ago. The World would not be like it is now, and our souls would be lost forever. Sing praises to God every day.

Songs can tell about actual life experiences. Loves songs tell of the great love that endures forever. Love songs also tell about heartache and pain when their marriage ends in divorce. Songs tell a story about bad experiences that people have had to endure.

We can take comfort in songs that remind us of days of old. I can remember the lyrics to most of the songs I heard on the radio or the record player and cassette tapes in the late 70s and 80s. Music awakens us and brings our memories back again.

Music can be very uplifting and stimulating. I listen to music while I am on my treadmill. I like to listen to fast-paced music while on the treadmill, as I want to keep up with the song’s rhythm. Music can relax a person and put them at ease, and some music can set your nerves on edge.

Next time you listen to a piece of music, try to listen to the story they want to tell you about themselves or someone or something in their life. Music unlocks some levels that may never have been said unless they were written in the music. Keep singing and telling stories that need to be said. Sing praises to God with Joy, Love, Hope, and Peace, and be grateful that God is always by your side.

Psalms

47:6 Sing Praises To God, sing praises: sing praises unto our King.

51:14-15 Deliver me from blood-guiltiness, O God thou God of my salvation: and my tongue shall sing aloud with thy righteousness.

O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth shall shew forth thy praise.

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Be Considerate To Other People

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date November 22, 2019
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What I witnessed at the post office the other day was very inconsiderate to all concerned. A woman came in to mail a package and said she wanted to send it first class. The postmaster had it stamped and ready for her. She told him she decided on a second class instead. He removed the old postage and placed the new stamps on the package for her. She then had the nerve to say that she had decided on the third class. The postmaster removed the old postage once more for her. She turned around to see if people were waiting in line. She had held up ten people with her one package to mail. Kudos to the postmaster. He never once got mad at her. Her actions spoke volumes about her personality. She was very demanding and inconsiderate of the needs of others and the poor postmaster that went way beyond the call of duty.

Put yourself in the other person’s predicament. Think to yourself, this how would you want to be treated before you talk or react to a situation incorrectly? If you see someone struggling with a heavy package, help them carry it if you can. The word pops out of your mouth; it has been said and remembered for many years. If someone is driving slowly on the road, do not be rude and inconsiderate, as they may have car trouble or be hauling something that may break if they would go faster.

If someone comes into an event late, ask them why they were late before you overreact. You do not know how another person feels or what they have been through. Never tell someone I know how it is because you don’t see it. Be considerate to man and beast, and always be kind.

I am all grateful for all the kind and considerate people that have blessed me throughout the years. Count your many blessings in life, and always remember to thank God daily. Be thankful for what you have been blessed with, such as good friends, health, family, a house, and much more.

As we approach the holidays, I reflect on how I was blessed to have excellent and caring parents, friends, and family. I have been blessed with many wonderful pets in my lifetime. Pets are very loving and are a tremendous blessing indeed. Be considerate to your pets and always give them the best care possible. I am very thankful for all that I have been blessed to receive. You are blessed with God, family, and friends by your side every day. Thank your family, friends, and God in your prayers as you sit down and eat together this Holiday season—blessings to you and your pet family. Be considerate of the needs of others every day.

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Life Adventure

Life Is A Continuous Adventure

Post author By Laura Weers
Post date November 14, 2019
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Life keeps moving along and waits for no one. Make life an adventure you can grow from and learn and experience something new daily. Taking on the challenge and keep moving forward can be challenging. Life is what you make of it to some degree. If you always look at the glass half full, it will remain half full no matter what. You can make the glass complete and overflowing if you allow it.

Your Time on Earth is a Valuable Gift

View your time on Earth as a valuable gift. Help others see how their life has impacted others to achieve things they never thought they could. Be a cheerleader for people and thank them for everything they do daily that helps the lives of so many.

Be Adventurous

Adventures don’t just come to you. You have to set goals in your life and try your very best to get the goal accomplished in a time frame that works for you. If you want to further your education, find a college that works for you. You may want to take online classes as that will work better with your current job.

Embrace Your Illness and Still be Adventuresome

Health problems will slow you down on your goals and adventures. Seek adventures that will work with your current health problems. Getting to where you want to be may take longer, but you will get there. Remember to embrace your illness, so it does not empower you. Do tasks and adventures that are not taxing on your health.

Traveling is Relaxing

Travel can be very relaxing if you stay in the exact location for several days. I like to shop at different stores and eat the various foods the countries offer. I enjoy looking at the scenery and the architecture of the other buildings. I love to hear the tour guide talk about the country’s history and our travel area.

Never Miss Out on a New Adventure

Never miss out on a new adventure in life. Life is too short, so live life to its fullest potential. Discover and learn something new that you are blessed to be here on Earth daily. Be kind, caring, and compassionate to your fellow man. Get out there and enjoy the great outdoors and all it offers. Don’t wait for the perfect moment, for that time may never come. Go while you can, for time waits for no man.

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Carrying The Basket

Some of us carry a heavy basket. If you see someone burdened with a heavy load, help them take it. We have no idea what kind of load a person has to carry on their shoulders daily. Some people seem to get by having the other person always carrying their basket for them, or are they? God notices if you try to sneak by not taking your basket. People often see minor flaws in others but do not see their significant weaknesses.

If one person in a group does all of the work all of the time, it is not fair to them. Everyone must put effort into accomplishing the job so much more can be achieved. Harry Truman said: it is incredible how much can get done if no one cares who gets the credit.

When working with others, ensure everyone has a job to work on to better the task at hand. We all have different talents, so let people put forth their best effort with their particular skills. Remember to always praise people for a job well done. Never criticize the work of anyone that has done the best that they can do.

Do not keep passing the basket down the line. An empty basket benefits no one. How do we carry the basket and pass it along to others? We have a common purpose or cause that others want to support. We want to help the less fortunate, the homeless, missions, our church, and anyone that needs support and understanding; carry the basket with as many people as possible, and many people will benefit from the love and support that has gone into that one basket filled with love and support from God and his good stewards.

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Pardon Me

We beg your pardon if we have not heard a speaker and wish him to repeat what he has just said so we understand what he said initially. To say pardon me is a common courtesy when we have inconvenienced someone.

If we step before someone by mistake, we say pardon me. When someone pardon’s us, they forgive us for our offense. If we have been discourteous, we should say pardon me. We should be more courteous to the needs of others.

If a Judge pardons you, he has released you from your punishment or infraction of the law. Many prisoners have been granted a last-minute pardon over the years, saving their lives. Some prisoners have been awarded a full pardon that gives them back their initial rights.

We ask God to Pardon us when we ask him for forgiveness for a terrible transgression. All of us have sinned and fallen short of God’s glory. God forgives us for our sins as we forgive those who have sinned against us. We should learn from our sins of the past and never repeat them.

We should pardon people for their mistakes. All of us have made plenty of mistakes in our lifetime. We should admit our mistakes and learn from them. Do not make a mistake, and try to place the blame on someone else. Own your flaws and mistakes and try each day to improve.

If you inconvenience someone, make it up to them. Be courteous, kind, loving, caring, joyful compassionate toward your fellow man. Hold doors open for people. Spread God’s good works every day and bring sunshine into the lives of others. Put a smile on someone’s face today. Remember to say pardon me for your discourtesy or if you have inconvenienced someone. Try each day to be a better you.

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Trust

Trust means that we have confidence in someone. Suppose we confide in someone; we trust them with private, personal, or financial information. Faith is not given quickly, as it takes time to win someone’s trust. If confidence is broken, the trust between the two parties is also broken. It takes a very long time to earn someone’s trust back.

To have faith in a person, we also trust that person. God believes that we will strive to do the right things in life. God has given us the ten commandments about how he wants us to live. As God’s children, we trust in God as he has always been by our side.

Hope is a form of trust. We hope for good health, weather, friends, and more. Without hope for a bright tomorrow, you are lost. We trust that the sun will appear in the morning and set at night. Our trust in God and his trust in us is a beautiful gift of love and hope that keeps us going and doing good things with our lives while we are on earth.

The old lyrics ” trust and obey for there’s no other way To be happy in Jesus, but to trust and obey.” To be happy in any relationship, there has to be trust. Without trust, you cannot form lifelong ties with someone. Blessed be the tie that binds is a Christian fellowship or shared belief. Trust is essential to a link between God and fellow Christians. United, we stood, and divided, we fell. Christians must unite for a common cause and worship and praise God together for all the blessings and great joys he has given to us. In God, we trust today and into eternity.

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