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... 10 Secrets to Fulfilling Relationships The first secret? the power of THOUGHT. Love begins with our thoughts. We become what we think about. Loving thoughts create loving experiences and loving relationships. Affirmations can change our beliefs and thoughts about ourselves and others. If we want to love someone, we need to consider ... a loving word-it could be the last time you see them! If you were about to die but could make telephone calls to the people you loved, who would you call, what would you say and. why are you waiting? The seventh secret? the power of COMMITMENT. If you want to ... 10 Secrets to Fulfilling Relationships The first secret? the power of THOUGHT. Love begins with our thoughts. We become what we think about. Loving thoughts create loving experiences and loving relationships. Affirmations can change our beliefs and thoughts about ourselves and others. If we want to love someone, we need to consider ...
... Love is the master key. Love is the master key that opens the gates of happiness." Boy, is that song true" I heard him say ,"'cause I really feel like a nobody" He was, I thought, the lady-killer of the hotel lounge where we both worked. I would never have ... to discount the signs that I actually could be lovable, too, if I believe strongly that I'm not. Therein lies the reason that we can't be loved by someone else until we love ourselves: if someone else expresses love for us in some form, we won't see it as an expression of love. A ... was -more so than any other quality we could have. It wasn't just us" average" people who needed it. It was potentially anybody. Being loving starts with loving yourself. We must find ourselves worthy of our own love exactly as we are at this moment if we are to truly love others. For ...
... of the loving arms that though invisible to our eyes still hold our hearts and souls now. The loving arms of God are always around us. The love of God is always within us. Our problem is that we all too often walk away from this love and try to ignore it. We want to make ... her children, and then holding her grandchildren in her arms one day. I hoped, though, that she would remember this moment of being held so lovingly in her own mother s arms. I think too that she will remember it, if not in her mind then in her heart and soul. Seeing ... t walk away from the love that God gives to you. Embrace it and welcome it into your heart again. Remember everyday just how much God loves you. Then go out and share that love with the world. And if you stumble and fall on your journey towards Heaven today, pick yourself up, ...
4. Inspirational Messages - Random Index - 1114 Messages [Messages]
... -And Come Out Right Blessed Feeling More Thankful Independence Ever Increasing Joy Ready For Tomorrow Don't Tell Me Twice Planting Time What If Bent Your Work Is A Gift Love Is The Master Key P'a System Message About Prayer Cake With Kai God Knows -God Cares Childern Live Who Owns The Backyard Fathers And Children Health Insurance Peace In The ... Love Many Wonderful Choices Listening To Our Better Angels Hard Won Wisdom Earthly And Heavenly Father Differences A Swing And A Hug My First Kiss Doing Something Great Jesus Loves Me Stepping Out In Faith I Could Not Find It I Choose Reduce Stress You Are Blessed Beatitudes For SAHMs-05 Good Fruits Or Sour Grapes A Winter Sunrise Diary Of ... Heaven Coincidence Or God Friendship Coincidence Work And Love Touched By God Today 19 Horses Food For Thought You Can't Keep Time Embracing Spring Real Heros Missed Opportunities He Loved No Room In The Bank The Quality Of Mercy He Sent The Right Man I Love You Anyway Getting It Right Packing Missing Lamb Shoveling Snow The Night Peace Found ...
5. Inspirational Messages - Alphabetical Index [Messages]
... 3 Dimes 4 Part Message About Wrong'right Way To Comfort 5 Seconds ABC's Of Friendship A B C DreamBusters -DreamBuilders God's GPS Mothers Do It All A Babies Unconditional Love A Better Life A Better Prayer A Better Way To Live A Bicycle Built For Two A Bigger Frying Pan A Book By It's Cover A Case For Christmas Giving ... Hug Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent Giving Having Receiving Giving Validation Giving Your Life Away Glued Glasses -Sewed Jackets God Can Use You God Knows -God Cares God Loves Variety Godly Giving Gods Answers Gods Beauty Tips Gods Billboard Gods Dresser Gods Love Letter To You And To Me Gods Table Manners Going Up Gone Fishin Good Advice Good ... And Hope Water And Soap Faith Can Move Mountains Faith Versus Reason Father's Love Letter Father Ed Fathers And Children Fathers Day Fearless Living Feast For The Soul Feeling Loved Feeling More Thankful Filling The Barrel Finding A Way To Help Finding The Funny Side Finding The Right Words Finding Your Note Finer Than Wealth First Church Of McDonalds First ...
6. Inspirational Messages - Most Recent Index [Messages]
... Ask Yourself Sound Of A Thankful Heart The Music Won't Last The Value Of Time The Dues Paid For A Full Life Writing Straight With Crooked Lines Sea Of Love Baby Jesus Grows First Things First Music Of The Heart In This Moment A Joyful Noise Dreams Are Renewable Don't Duck Mirrors In This Life A Morning Gift Talking It ... Wisdom Attitude (To Be Really Happy) The Hitchhiker Forgiving Quickly Four -Legged Comedians A Love That Changes Embracing Spring The Beautiful You Faith Getting Yourself Grounded Somebody Loves You Hooked On Giving Pause For A Moment Think Of A Solution Young Man -The Leper The Good News The Whisper A God Too Small A Shining Moment Sitting On ... Validation Laying Awake At Night The Gift Of Music A Swing And A Hug The Real First Day Of Spring Finding The Right Words What's Hope A Sunbather He Loved It's ALL About Attitude Building A Boat Happily Ever After Traveling Light Warm Worms The Small Still Voice Killing With Words Just Ask For It Bringing Heaven To Earth Holy ...
7. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Gift Of Love. [Messages]
... A Gift Of Love I have always loved Nativity scenes ever since I was a boy. I remember growing up seeing the great care my Grandma always took unwrapping ours. She would gently lift each ceramic statue out of the box and lovingly arrange them in the tiny, wooden barn. The baby Jesus was always ... last one lifted out and she would always smile before placing Him in the manger. It was at another manger too that I saw the most beautiful picture of the real meaning of Christmas. This was years ago when public Nativity scenes were everywhere at Christmastime. It was before the fear of offending others made most of ... joyfully shared and unconditional. It is about a love that sacrifices, cares, and gives. It is about loving each other just as much as God loves us at Christmastime and always.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: ...
... Valentinus, Gift of Love This is the fascinating story of the priest, St. Valentine. According to history, Valentinus (the Latin form) was thrown into a dungeon. Although his jailer, Asterius, was not harsh, the priest lived with only the bare necessities. His one comfort while in prison ... pink almond tree, a symbol of friendship and affection shared each anniversary of the priest's execution marks Valentine's Day. Although, thought to be a day for lovers, Valentine's Day is actually a day to profess your love and affection for anyone. It is a time to renew and strengthen the friendship and relationship shared. ... Valentine's everyone. Have a lovely loving day! [Punitha Subramaniam-from 'Love Quotes ' (LoveQuotes-owner @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
9. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Wink. [Messages]
... better after this moment, but my soul sure did. In that wink I was shown once again that God s eyes are upon us and His love is with us forever.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph ... Rushnell calls these moments," Godwinks" They can be a coincidence, an answered prayer, or a second of great happiness that reminds you that God loves you and is forever one with you. My life didn t instantly get any better after this moment, but my soul sure did. In that wink ... a butterfly. Seeing that beautiful creature s wings crumbled around it was the last straw. Butterflies had always been special to me. My Mom had loved their simple beauty and delicate grace. Seeing them always reminded me too of her own lovely and loving spirit. Now I was going to have to peel a ...
... That Is God Saying," I Love You" Each of us in this life wants more than anything to be loved. We work for love. We strive for love. We make fools out of ourselves for love. We long to feel that love warming our hearts and souls. We strain our ears ... a whisper of those three glorious words:" I love you" What most of us don t realize, however, is just how much God loves us. God is showing us and telling us how much He loves us everyday. When you see the sun rising over the mountains, feel the cool breeze ... That Is God Saying," I Love You" Each of us in this life wants more than anything to be loved. We work for love. We strive for love. We make fools out of ourselves for love. We long to feel that love warming our hearts and souls. We strain our ears ...
11. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Feeling Loved. [Messages]
... him. I knew that it would be a mixture of both joy and fear, laughter and tears, growth and struggle, learning and difficulty, and love and pain. I said a silent prayer that he would learn quickly to choose the good things and not to dwell on the bad. I also prayed that ... grandparents now, but inside of each of us there is still a child needing love and wanting to be loved. Thankfully, we have a parent who loves us with a love that is both unending and unconditional. We are all Children of God and we are always held in His loving arms as we go through ... Feeling Loved I got to hold a baby again recently. I had taken my son to the doctor s office for a checkup and noticed a tired grandmother trying to fill out the office s paperwork and comfort her sick grandchild at the same time. I offered to help and gently rocked the infant back ...
12. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Nudge the Balance. [Messages]
... the contents of what is in their hearts. When someone breaks your heart, it teaches you that loving someone does not always mean that the person will love you back. But don't turn your back on love, because when you find the right person, the joy that one person brings you will make up for ... love, and each act of love also teaches us a lesson. The woman's curiosity deepened. God, once again began to explain:" When someone loves us, it teaches us love, kindness, charity, honesty, humility, forgiveness, acceptance, and all of these can counteract all the evil in the ... have hurt us is often the most difficult and painful of life's experiences, but it is also the most courageous thing a person can do. When a loved one is unfaithful to you, it teaches you that resisting temptation is Man's greatest challenge. Be vigilant in your resistance against all temptations. By doing so, ...
... of the time she generally ignored everyone in her presence. An elderly nurse believed there was hope, however, and she made it her mission to show love to the child. Every day she visited Little Annie. For the most part, the child did not acknowledge the nurse's presence, but she still continued to ... a beacon of light to the world. Anne Sullivan worked wonders in Helen's life, but it was a loving nurse who first believed in Little Annie and lovingly transformed an uncommunicative child into a compassionate teacher." If it had not been for Anne Sullivan, the name of Helen Keller would have remained unknown" But ... desire to help others as she, herself, was helped by the loving nurse. It was she who saw the great potential in Helen Keller. She loved her, disciplined her, played with her, pushed her, and worked with her until the flickering candle that was her life became a beacon of light to ...
14. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Philosophy-Quotes. [Messages]
... that needs to be covered-up. Give your all to Christ, who gave His all for you. There is always enough time to do God's will. Love always seeks to help, never to hurt. Never try to carry tomorrow's burdens with today's grace. Nails could not have kept Jesus on the cross, had ... here, so don't put it off. Plan to be here forever, but live as if it were your last day. Don't tell someone, Jesus loves them, until you are ready to love them too. No-one should be above the law, and no-one should be below the law either Perfection changes with the ... , but of our availability. If you won't risk offending someone with Christ, you will never win anyone to Christ. God expects us to be people lovers, not people pleasers. I'm so excited and I just can't hide it, God's in control of my life and I think I like it. Your Christian ...
... , this world will be a giant step closer to the paradise that God meant for it to be. Jesus said," My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you" May we always love each other in our hearts, in our souls, and in our lives then. May we ... our love and kindness with others everyday along whatever back roads our lives may take us. May we build a lasting wealth of loving-kindness for this life and for the next.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] ... up for the acts of greed in the headlines" I pray that one day we all will be able to put being kind, helping people, and loving each other over making money. When we do, this world will be a giant step closer to the paradise that God meant for it to be. Jesus ...
16. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Faith. [Messages]
... all, though, it is knowing that you are His Child. Your Heavenly Father loves you joyously, powerfully, and perfectly. Have faith in His love then. Rejoice in your birthright. And share your love with the world.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 ... cream filled days of happiness that He gives you here. Most of all, though, it is knowing that you are His Child. Your Heavenly Father loves you joyously, powerfully, and perfectly. Have faith in His love then. Rejoice in your birthright. And share your love with the world.~Joseph ... whispered words of comfort, and brought me a bowl of ice cream. Even though my throat still hurt I wasn t scared anymore. I felt loved and everything seemed right with the world again. That is what faith feels like to me. It is feeling loved, cared for, and watched over. ...
17. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Room Brighteners. [Messages]
... a room with happy feet. Others shine from the confines of wheelchairs. Some of them dazzle us with their intelligence. Others brighten our souls with their love even when it is hidden behind disabled minds. This world is so much better because of them all. They show us what Heaven can feel like even while ... could feel it. No matter how quietly she would walk into a room they would turn around, grin, and move to greet her. Everyone just loved being around her. Her gentle humor and delightful smile gladdened every heart she touched. Her light filled soul made all those around her shine as well. Even ... brightener. I can remember as a child that every time she entered a room all the people in it would light up. She had a joyful and loving energy about her that traveled from person to person. Even people with their backs turned could feel it. No matter how quietly she would walk into a room ...
18. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Gentleness And Hugs. [Messages]
... give me a hug. At first I feared he might crack a rib, but when he took me in his huge arms all I felt was the love from his soul. It was the gentlest hug I ever got. Leo Rosten said:" It is the weak who are cruel. Gentleness can only be ... the bear hug that squeezes the air right out of your lungs. I have gotten the neck hug where the little child jumps in your arms and wraps lovingly around your neck. I have gotten the back slapper hug where the hugger gives you the bam, bam on the back. I have even gotten the leg ... have ever met in this world. He showed me with one hug that God is love and that our real strength comes from loving each other as He loves us. He showed me that our true power comes when we aren t afraid to embrace our goodness or express our joy. He showed me too that ...
19. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Getting Things Done. [Messages]
... at the same time heard God s gentle voice in my mind saying:" You are not here to get things done. You are here to love" I thanked God for the reminder as the stress disappeared and the worry faded away. I gave each of my kids a hug before heading out to start ... tell God just how much I loved Him. I got everything done with time to spare and most importantly I did it all blissfully, peacefully, and lovingly. The next time that the stress of getting things done starts to build up inside you then take a break and remember why you are really here. In ... happily and easily taking several breaks to pet my dogs, hold my cats, look at the Fall leaves, and to tell God just how much I loved Him. I got everything done with time to spare and most importantly I did it all blissfully, peacefully, and lovingly. The next time that the stress ...
20. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love [Messages]
... Love It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return, but what is more painful is to love someone and never find the courage to let that person know how you feel. Maybe God wants us to meet a few wrong people before meeting the right one so that when we finally meet the right ... , we will know how to be grateful for that gift. Love is when you take away the feeling, the passion, and the romance in a relationship and find out you still care for that person. A sad thing in life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you, only to find ... hurts the other person too. A careless word may kindle strife; a cruel word may wreck a life; a timely word may level stress; a loving word may heal and bless. The beginning of love is to let those we love be just themselves, and not twist them with our own image-otherwise ...
... Love Without Measure Freda Bright says," Only in opera do people die of love" It's true. You really can't love somebody to death. I've known people to die from no love, but I've never known anyone to be loved to death. We just can't love one another enough. A heart-warming story ... His love celebrates her victories and soothes her wounds. He stands with her, no matter what life throws in their direction. He may say that he loves her to death. But he doesn't. He loves her to LIFE. For his love nourishes her life like nothing else can. Upon receiving the Nobel Peace ... love" It's true. You really can't love somebody to death. I've known people to die from no love, but I've never known anyone to be loved to death. We just can't love one another enough. A heart-warming story tells of a woman who finally decided to ask her boss for a raise in salary ...
22. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Man's Best Friend. [Messages]
... regardless of my mood and is a great listener. He cheers me when I am down, lifts me up and makes me laugh. There's an unconditional love between people and dogs that's close to heaven. Maybe it was a deliberate move on behalf of The Creator. Nothing was by" mistake" Let's reverse the ... Man's Best Friend My dog is wonderful. He is always glad to see me, loves me no matter what, invites me into his life regardless of my mood and is a great listener. He cheers me when I am down, lifts me up and makes me laugh. There's an unconditional love between people ... to a dog, but a dog is one of God's creations. I don't want you to misunderstand me. I thank God for the gift of my loving, wonderfully sweet dog every day. God loves us no matter what-it's unconditional. He is there to listen and to comfort. He is there to ...
23. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Peace. [Messages]
... me make, choices we face, and difficulties we must overcome. God loves us from the second of our birth to our very last breath. His love is eternal like our souls not temporary like these bodies that carry them around. He loves us all through this life and His love carries us into the next ... pray that one day we all can welcome them into our hearts, souls, minds, and lives. The first of these simple truths is that God loves us. God loves us when we do good and He loves us even when we mess up. God loves us enough to forgive us, guide us, ... your love with everyone. Love is the hardest thing in the world to give away, though, because it keeps coming back to you as well. Loving others is what we are meant for. It is the Way of Life that Jesus showed us all. It is the only thing that matters. The next ...
... A Few Simple Secrets There is a story from long ago that I really love. A young novice had entered a monastery run by a wise abbot. One day the abbot told his monks that he was going to share a secret teaching with them that would bring them lasting peace and happiness, but if they ... t wait to share them with all of you. Here then are a few simple secrets from a student of life who is still learning. God loves you. God loves you even when you don t love Him back. God loves you with a love so powerful and eternal that nothing can destroy it ... simple but never easy. Do your best then to learn them, live them, and share them with everyone you can. Be the eager student and loving teacher of life always.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph ...
25. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Moments For Love. [Messages]
... Moments For Love I had a three dog couch waiting on me when I got home this morning. As I came through the front door I saw that each cushion on my couch had a little, furry ball curled up on it, sleeping peacefully. I smiled when I saw this and petted each of them ... as I walked by. It only took a few seconds of my time, but it filled my heart with joy. As we go through our often busy days it is funny how the best parts of them seem to be those little moments we make for sharing love. They take so little of our time and ... to spend and share some moments for love in your own life today. Pet your dogs, cuddle your cats, and feed the birds. Hug your loved ones, look them in the eye, and say" I love you" Smile at the cashier in the store, give a compliment to a friend, ...
26. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Somebody Loves You. [Messages]
... believe it but as he let the message sink in he began to laugh and dance around. That single message had opened his heart to the power of love. Soon he found himself sharing his smile and laughter with others. He became a joy at work and began to help out people in the neighborhood. As ... Somebody Loves You When my children were young I used to read to them every evening before bed. One of their favorite stories was called," Somebody Loves You Mr. Hatch" Mr. Hatch was a lonely man living a lonely life. He never smiled. He walked alone to work everyday and ate ... They surprised him with a party and a huge banner that read:" Everybody Loves Mr. Hatch" Mr. Hatch cried when he realized that somebody loved him after all. Then he laughed, smiled, and rejoined his friends. I think that we all have a tiny bit of Mr. Hatch in us ...
27. "3 Dimes" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... 3 Dimes When I was a boy I used to love to find a stray penny on the sidewalk. I would save them in a jar in my room and then use them to buy candy or gum when I had found enough. Later as an adult I read a story about how a minister still loved ... find pennies on the sidewalk because on each one was written the words:" In God we trust" He said that each penny was a message from Heaven that reminded him of just how much God loved him. Today I was headed to the store to buy a week s worth of groceries for my family ... dime gleaming in the sunshine on the sidewalk. I laughed with delight. I knew that Heaven was watching over me and God was encouraging me to keep loving, caring, and sharing all that I could in this life. I felt loved not 30 times over, but 30, 000 times over. When I ...
28. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God's Billboard. [Messages]
... UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN-GOD MY BLESSINGS ARE NOT ALWAYS IN" DISGUISE"-WOULD YOU RECOGNIZE ONE?-GOD TO ALL THE UNBORN, I LOVE YOU. I LOVE YOU. I LOVE YOU.-GOD IF YOU LOVE SOMEONE, TELL THEM. THATS WHAT I ALWAYS DO-GOD LET'S ALL GO ... , handle with prayer. We're all invited to a heavenly feast but we must R.S.V.P! Don't put a question mark where God put a period. God loves everyone, but probably prefers 'fruits of the spirit ' over 'religious nuts! God grades on the cross, not the curve. God doesn't want shares of your ... and bring the kids. God*What part of" Thou Shalt Not" didn't you understand?. God*We need to talk. God*Loved the wedding, invite me to the marriage. God*I love you and you and you and you and. God*Follow me. God*Big ...
... Romantic Love -The Thrill Factor Some individuals feel uncertain about the value of romantic love because they confuse the genuine article with that frothy substitute known as temporary infatuation. Some try to suppress all thought of romantic love because they are not experiencing it. Some rationalize," I don't have it; it must not exist ... love" Some people say they are" on cloud nine" They mean that they feel energized, motivated, confident to conquer because they know they are loved by their beloved. There is a sense of awe in feeling chosen for this blessed state. With it goes a thrill of anticipation in being together. Most ... you would like to have can happen, but not by accident. [By Ed Wheat, M.D. ('Love Life)-from 'Love Quotes ' (LoveQuotes-owner @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... be riding BICYCLES BUILT FOR TWO -wearing red roses, consuming rich chocolates, reciting ridiculous rhymes, and romancing down the red brick road to the Land of Love and Delight! Why, of course! Valentine's Day is just around the corner, and if YOU are riding a" bicycle built for two ," be thankful ... not the couch )? Come on -there's a better way, and it's GOD'S way. The Designer of" the bike" is a God of love -He loves you, married or single -it's a love that's unconditional, eternal and ever-faithful; you can count on it! Better yet, you need not ride it ALONE ... a nursing home -find someone to share that bike -make it a bicycle built for three -or four -or thirty-four! Find a way to bring love into another's loveless life today -and you'll find a full, happy heart yourself! Have a wonderful Valentine's Day next Saturday, celebrating with a lost and lonely world a love we ...
31. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I've Learned [Messages]
... I've Learned I've learned-that you cannot make someone love you. All you can do is be someone who can be loved. The rest is up to them. I've learned-that no matter how much I care, some people just don't care back. I've learned-that it takes years to build ... trust, and only seconds to destroy it. I've learned-that it's not what you have in your life, but who you have in your life that counts. I've learned-that you can get by on charm for about fifteen minutes. After that, you'd better know something. I've learned-that you ... learned-that it's taken me a long time to become the person I want to be. I've learned-that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them. I've learned-that you can keep going long after you think you can't. I've learned- ...
32. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Million Ways. [Messages]
... towards the Heavens and thanked God for this beautiful sight. I knew too that it was just one of the million ways that God says, I love you to us everyday. In fact, if I started writing on all the ways that God lets us know just how much He loves us then I ... never stop. I would like to share just a few of them with you here, though. There are those unexpected hugs from our kids, that shining light in another s eyes when they love you, the laughter of a child, a puppy licking your hand, a kitten purring on your lap, ... obstacles that make us steer off the wrong road and onto the right path as well as all those problems that make us stronger, better, and more loving people. God s wondrous love flows through all of these things and through our own hearts and souls as well. That is why I find the best ...
33. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Seven Days. [Messages]
... in your life will become better. You will begin to feel, in fact, just how glorious life can be. The next step is just to love God back. That is all God ever asks of us. By loving God back you will take the first step towards living the way you were meant to ... begin to turn your life into the joyous experience you always hoped it could be. The first step is simply to realize and know just how much God loves you. Once you see that God loves you and wants you to be happy then everything in your life will become better. You will begin to feel, ... fact, just how glorious life can be. The next step is just to love God back. That is all God ever asks of us. By loving God back you will take the first step towards living the way you were meant to. Step three is to love yourself. If God loves you then you ...
... Teachers In Disguise The poet Robert Browning once said," Take away love and our Earth is a tomb" Thankfully, I have been able to choose love and avoid that tomb so far in my own life. I have been fortunate too that God has given me so many great teachers who have shown me ... and angels in disguise. My son didn t need words, a PhD, or a brilliant mind to teach me. All he needed was the loving heart and the joyous soul God gave him. May all of you learn as much from your own teachers in disguise.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ ... . He has shown me that love is its own reward. He has also shown me, though, that a child s laugh can sound as lovely and joyous as an angel s song. He has also shown me that the light in a person s eyes can twinkle as beautifully as the stars ...
35. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Seven Steps to Helping Others that Jesus Taught. [Messages]
... to Him. We must learn to acknowledge others who are hurting and in need of our help so we may be a good example as ambassadors of God's love. Listen to the person who needs help. You won't get very far if you have preconceived ideas about what they need without listening. You will miss the ... in His hands. Now let's get going and look for needs as we go about our daily lives to show the Love God has for others. God loves you, but pass it on also. Editor-" And now I give you a new commandment: love one another. As I have loved you, ... to look beyond the obvious as Jesus did in His ministry. Sometimes the person He was helping needed more faith beyond what they already had, but He loved them enough to help them with all of their needs, not just the most apparent ones. Care enough, love that person enough to do something about the ...
36. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Sons. [Messages]
... wisdom about living than I could have ever imagined. My two sons have been my teachers as well as my students on how to live and how to love. They have taught me more than I could ever have learned on my own and they continue to show me more each day. I have learned from them ... challenges, but he will still be teaching the world about love and joy everyday of it. Having these two sons has shown me just how much God loves us and just how much God wants us to love each other. I try then to share my love and my joy everyday with them, with my beautiful ... with his gentle spirit and smiling face. I have learned too from them that we are all Children of God. We were all created by the same loving hand. We are all souls in bodies sent here to choose love, to share love, and to learn about love. When I look into my youngest ...
37. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Love You Anyway. [Messages]
... I Love You Anyway The fear of rejection may be one of the most basic fears of the human experience. Dr. Joe Harding tells a heart-warming story of a man who finally decided to ask his boss for a raise in salary. It was Friday. He told his wife that morning what he was about ... him no matter what; softening the blows, healing the wounds, believing in him, loving him. We can be rejected by almost anyone if we're loved by one. That's the way families can be with each other. And I like to think that's the way God is with us, too!" We ... he'd be all the more accepted at home. She stood behind him no matter what; softening the blows, healing the wounds, believing in him, loving him. We can be rejected by almost anyone if we're loved by one. That's the way families can be with each other. And I like to think ...
38. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Retreat. [Messages]
... the fact that my father, who was a musician, worked three jobs most of the time to give us what we needed. We had plenty of love and never were hungry. I was raised a Catholic and my parents were both organists and choir directors in the church of our small town-population 5, ... the lessons I learned on that retreat have grown as I have; and have carried me through some of the most difficult times of my life. God loves you, me-everyone! We are all His beautiful creations. If you want to feel that in your life; in your heart-no matter what ... felt. So, when the opportunity for a weekend retreat came, many of us gladly signed up. My younger sister was one of them. We loved each other, but being so close in age, (less than two years apart ), we often bickered and argued. She was a slob, according to ...
... share the gift of Christmas as is was meant to be. A gift given in humbleness, given in quietness, and most of all, given in Love. She was able to purchase two presents with the anonymous gift, one for each child. The gifts would be extra-special, due to the outstretched hand of ... most of all, to see You this Christmas. Amen" That was all she knew for sure-that God cared about her kids too, just as He loves his own Son. And she knew that God loved her kids even more than she did. She'd always known that Christmas Joy isn't something that can be purchased ... heartbreak of their divorce continued to penetrate the deepest places of her heart. She was not looking forward to the Christmas season this year. She had always loved Christmas-the shopping and wrapping gifts, sending Christmas cards, and decorating their home. But somehow, the Christmas spirit just seemed to be absent in her heart this ...
40. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Oneness. [Messages]
... ever had a moment of Oneness? Have you ever had a moment when you felt at one not only with your highest self but also with life, love, the universe, God, and everyone everywhere? Have you ever had a moment when you felt the heart beating in your chest was in perfect rhythm with ... those peaceful angels so close made my heart grow warmer and my love grow deeper. I had another moment like that the first time I realized that God loves me just as I am with all my weaknesses and faults. It was then too that I first decided that I wanted to grow better for the Heavenly Father ... loved me so much. Over the years these moments of Oneness have grown more frequent as well. Each one has filled me with joy. Each one has connected me with others. Each one has brought a wholeness, completeness and divinity into my life. Each one has made me more at One with the Love ...
41. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Broken Hearts. [Messages]
... the most beautiful of them all. They may have a few cracks in them, but they reflect the sunlight just as brightly as the others. I love those cracked hearts because I know that in this life no heart ends up undamaged. This world is full of hearts that have been bruised, battered, beaten ... keep beating and they keep loving for all that they are worth. If your own heart has been bruised and broken then don t despair. God loves you and is always ready to heal it with His love. All you have to do is let Him. You may have a few cracks left over, ... just as brightly as ever. They don t let a few missing pieces or tiny cracks stand in their way. They keep beating and they keep loving for all that they are worth. If your own heart has been bruised and broken then don t despair. God loves you and is always ready to ...
42. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Happened Today. [Messages]
... . I knew what else happened today. Today a mother held her newborn baby in her arms for the first time and felt her heart open with a love she never knew she had. Today mothers and fathers both played with their children, hugged them tight, and kissed them goodnight when they tucked them into bed ... s deathbed to hold her hand, tell her they love her, and kiss her for one last time. Today someone finally realized just how much God loves them. Today a million prayers went up to Heaven on the wings of faith and a million" Thank You s" were said to God with hearts ... their children, hugged them tight, and kissed them goodnight when they tucked them into bed. Today animals were petted, fed, and cared for by loving owners. Today a child learned how to be kind when she saw her Mom hold a door open for an elderly lady. Today wise words were spoken and ...
43. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Lessons For Life. [Messages]
... cheerfully. Memorize your favorite poem. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. When you say," I love you ", mean it. When you say," I'm sorry ", look the person in the eye. Be engaged at least six months before you get married ... but lock your car. A loving atmosphere in your home is so important. Do all you can to create a tranquil harmonious home. In disagreements with loved ones, deal with the current situation. Don't bring up the past. Read between the lines. Share your knowledge. It's a way to achieve immortality. ... life. Then when you get older and think back, you'll get to enjoy it a second time. Trust in God but lock your car. A loving atmosphere in your home is so important. Do all you can to create a tranquil harmonious home. In disagreements with loved ones, deal with the current situation ...
44. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Drop In The Ocean. [Messages]
... face and a happy heart. Now I know that my little act of kindness was only a tiny drop compared to the vast ocean of God s love. Still, over the years I have come to see that in the eyes of Heaven every single drop counts. Every kind act, every caring smile, ... package that she was mailing to her daughter who lived on the other side of the country. It was clear from her voice too just how much she loved and missed her girl. When it was finally her turn she slowly but happily counted out her money for the postage. Her smile faded, however, as ... , over the years I have come to see that in the eyes of Heaven every single drop counts. Every kind act, every caring smile, every loving thought, and every helping hand adds to the ocean of God s love here. Every single drop makes it greater. Every little thing we do in ...
45. "Watching Over Me" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... are all being watched over by those above. Whether we believe it or not we are all being loved and helped by those above. Trust in their love then. Trust in the love of our Heavenly Father. Know that your own life can be full of love too. Then joyfully go out and live it ... my Mom watching over me as I slept. Each time she gently told me to go back to sleep and I closed my eyes again feeling safe and loved. I never asked Mom why she watched me sleep from time to time, but after seeing my own children grow up so fast I think I know why ... was just a dream, a wish, or a fragment of an old memory. To me, though, it was proof that my Mom s loving spirit was still watching over me. To me it was evidence enough to know that one day I will be reunited with her and everyone I have ever loved ...
... 51: 17) I came close to turning my back on the one person who cared about me the most. I was so desperately longing for a love of my own, someone to care for, to cherish, and yet I was so blind not to see that I already had someone -in Christ. For ... compare with the love that Jesus gives. He is the only one who can fill the hunger, the need, the craving in our hearts to be loved. Only Jesus. I imagine that there are other singles who feel the same way that I did then, frustrated, angry, bitter and resentful towards God ... to be married and have someone to share my life with. I was so angry with God. I couldn't understand how He could claim to be a Loving Father and still allow me to go on being alone and miserable especially when it was within his power to change my situation over night. How could He stand ...
... I am trying to watch and enjoy as many sunrises and sunsets as I can, and I am letting their beauty fill my soul with happiness. I love seeing God paint the heavens with glorious reds, purples, pinks, oranges, and golds. I love gazing with wonder at these ever-changing masterpieces. Every sunrise ... Take some time today to share that light with the world and show others that they can do the same. Take some time today to remember that God loves you and wants you to live a life as joyful as the sunrise and as beautiful as the setting sun.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: ... goodnight and wishing us sweet dreams. Every time I look at them too I feel God s peace and joy, and I know that I am loved by the greatest love imaginable. Looking at the heavens helps me to feel the Heaven inside myself too. When I gaze at the sky and witness God ...
48. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Little Lessons. [Messages]
... taught me a lot of things over the years. It has filled me with hundreds of little lessons that have brought so much laughter into my life, love into my heart, and joy into my soul. Here are just a few of the many wonderful bits of wisdom that life has given me. When raking ... can create Hell on Earth. It is our choice. I much prefer Heaven on Earth myself. One last thing that I have learned is that God loves us more than we will ever know and that God wants us to be happy in our lives. Why else would we be down here learning these little lessons ... or young child sitting on it. A clean house isn t always a happy house. The best homes look lived in, laughed in, and loved in. It is hard to give away a smile. It almost always gets returned to you. Arms are meant for hugging, hands are meant for holding ...
49. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I've Learned [Messages]
... ... that the best classroom in the world is at the feet of an elderly person. I've learned.... that when you're in love, it shows. I've learned.... that just one person saying to me," You've made my day !" makes my day. I've learned ... tears, then it wasn't a waste of time. I've learned.... that under everyone's hard shell is someone who wants to be appreciated and loved. I've learned.... never to humiliate another person. Always give him an honorable way to back down or out of something and still save face ... wanting to keep a protective arm around your children. I've learned.... to gather all the crumbs thrown my way. They soon form a lovely, thick slice of life and memories. I've learned.... that when you want a garment to shrink, it won't, and when you don't ...
50. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Christmas Gifts. [Messages]
... can t even remember what I got that year, but I will always remember that reassuring moment in my Mother s arms. The gift of love she gave me then remains in my heart to this day. It is the gifts of love that are the greatest gifts of all. Jesus entire life ... paper. I had started to wrap them so that I could have something under the tree when my Mom caught me. Taking me in her arms she lovingly explained that I hadn t been forgotten. They had gotten me presents but had decided to hide them from my prying eyes and fingers until Christmas Day. ... once said that," Life is God s gift to you and how you live it is your gift to God" May your gift be a loving one at Christmastime and always.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission} ...
51. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Choose. [Messages]
... day's demands. It is now that I must make a choice. Because of Calvary, I'm free to choose. And so I choose. I choose love. No occasion justifies hatred; no injustice warrants bitterness, I choose love. Today I will love God and what God loves. I choose joy. I ... invite my God to be the God of circumstance. I will refuse the temptation to be cynical. the tool of the lazy thinker. I will refuse to see people as anything less than human beings, created by God. I will refuse to see any problem as anything less than an opportunity to see God. ... . I choose faithfulness. Today I will keep my promises. My debtors will not regret their trust. My associates will not question my word. My loved ones will not question my love. And my children will never fear that their parent will not come home. I choose gentleness. Nothing is won by force ...
... that next quarter of a century would be. It was full of ups and downs, joys and tragedies, triumphs and mistakes, laughter and pain, love and heartbreak. One thing is sure, though, I definitely didn t get what I wanted. And for that I am eternally grateful. You see ... Heaven and to show others that they can do the same. I try to share all the things I have learned these past 27 years: that God loves us more than we could ever dream, that we can love each other as well, and that when we do so we will have JOY no matter what ... I needed and not what I thought I wanted. If I had gotten what I had wished for I would be a far more selfish and far less loving person today. Instead God kept me growing, learning, and becoming the person I was meant to be. Life was my school, troubles were my teachers ...
53. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Don't Miss A Moment. [Messages]
... good sign, though. They say that time flies when you are having fun. I am sure then that time flies even faster when you are choosing love and sharing joy. I am becoming aware, however, at just how short even the longest life here on Earth is. I see children swinging at my ... them in the crook of one arm while I rocked them to sleep. I mow the lawn near the graveyard by my home and remember all of my loved ones who have passed. Then I realize that my body too will one day be resting under a headstone and that my time on this wonderful world will be ... little while to watch the sun go down and the moon rise up. Take a hour to walk among the trees and flowers and feel God's gentle, loving breezes on your face. Take a minute to call your Mom, Dad, Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt, or Uncle and tell them that you love them ...
... This was the night sky that our ancestors had gazed upon for thousands of years. Under this wondrous blanket of light I felt covered with God s love. I was as comfortable, safe, and happy as a child tucked in their bed at night, and even with a cold, wintry wind blowing across ... stars, smile, and thank God for giving me a chance to live in a world of such beauty, such joy, and such love. God loves us all so much. He created this glorious world for us to live in, to grow in, to learn in, and to love in. Take ... Looking At The Stars I have always loved looking at the stars ever since childhood. It has been one of the great pleasures of living in the country. It is so delightful to be able to walk into my backyard in the evening and gaze up at them all. In recent years, however, I ...
55. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Believe. [Messages]
... you must forgive them for that. I believe... that true friendship continues to grow, even over the longest distance. Same goes for true love. I believe... that you can do something in an instant that will give you heartache for life. I believe... that it's taking ... a long time to become the person I want to be. I believe... that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them. I believe... that you can keep going long after you can't. I believe... that we ... that it's taking me a long time to become the person I want to be. I believe... that you should always leave loved ones with loving words. It may be the last time you see them. I believe... that you can keep going long after you can't. I believe. ...
... unsuccessful and unhappy man. His downfall was not greed-his problem was rather one of jealousy. Do you know who is the most difficult person to love? It is easy to love friends and not too difficult to love those less fortunate than ourselves. It certainly isn't easy loving enemies, but sometimes the person ... are. The one who receives the promotion we deserved. The one who gets the recognition we desired, the honor we sought or the affections of the lover we had hoped to win. It is easy to resent those who seem to be more fortunate. But as one person said to me," Let go ... the most difficult person to love? It is easy to love friends and not too difficult to love those less fortunate than ourselves. It certainly isn't easy loving enemies, but sometimes the person most difficult to love is the one who is MORE fortunate than we are. The one who receives the promotion we deserved. ...
... right standing with God ' We have to make time for daily quiet time, even if it is for only a few stolen moments. We model God's love to our children, and as SAHMs, we have much more time than most parents to either get it right or really mess it up! We are all ... a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two ... He gave us through his son, Jesus Christ. We also must long to be 'just and good. We must use God's word as a template for loving, raising and disciplining our children. As it says is Deuteronomy 6: 5-8" love the Lord your God with all our heart, and with all your ...
58. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- New, Not Improved. [Messages]
... can be new for us each day! Sure, we will face some very difficult times. Life makes sure of that because we are flawed people who love flawed people and because we are all mortal. But if the Great Lamenter could say," The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases, his mercies never ... you always, to the very end of the age. John 14: 20-Whoever has my commands and obeys them, he is the one who loves me. He who loves me will be loved by my Father, and I too will love him and show myself to him. 2 Timothy 4: 17-18 ... the Lord stood at my side and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. And I was delivered from the lion's mouth. The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and will bring me safely to his heavenly kingdom. To him be ...
59. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- "But". [Messages]
... , but with enough impact to change my life forever. In it, she praises my abilities as a writer without qualification. Each sentence is full with love, offering specific examples of what my pursuit has meant to her and my father. The word" but" never appears on the card, however the word ... accomplishment, but could you try to tone it down in class ?" The same was true of our younger daughter. Like her sister, she is a lovely, bright, articulate and friendly child. She also treats the floor of her room and the bathroom as a closet, which has provoked me to say on ... want" It's not enough just to say we love our children. In a time when frustration has grown fierce, we can no longer afford to limit love's expression. If we want to tone down the sound of violence in our society, we're going to have to turn up the volume on noticing, praising, ...
60. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Longest Line. [Messages]
... funeral home to down the street as far as the eye could see. People had come from hundreds of miles away to be there and to offer their love to Tim one last time. I saw people there that I hadn t seen since high school and others whom I had thought I would never see again ... moved slowly forward as we waited and shared our memories of Tim. We talked about how funny he had always been without ever seeming mean-spirited once. He loved a good joke and would share them even in a football huddle during the middle of a game. We talked about how Tim was always kind and helpful to ... in need. In his short but loving life his joyful spirit had touched a thousand people in a thousand different ways. We grieved about how he would never see his kids graduate from school, but also took comfort in knowing that a part of Tim lived on in each of them. We laughed, cried, ...
61. "In This Moment " | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... is only a memory. God doesn t want us to live in either. God wants us to live in this moment. God wants us to love each other in this moment. God wants us to share kindness and have happiness in this moment. Life is a collection of moments. May you always fill ... my house. A red Cardinal flew down, landed on a branch, and looked at me. It was beautiful. At that moment I felt so loved! I felt loved not only by my daughter and my dog, but by God and life itself. At that moment I had what we all want in ... me. I petted her head and smiled down at her. Suddenly, I felt two arms wrap gently around my neck as my daughter gave me a loving hug. I squeezed her arms with my hand and said" Good morning" to her. I gazed out the window and saw a single ray of sunshine ...
62. "Mirrors" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... . I had been smiling without even knowing it. Then suddenly I realized that I was the one who had changed. I had grown so much in love, joy, and oneness with God. And it was the light shining from my own soul that others were reflecting back to me. We are all mirrors ... some reason? Then one day when I was walking alone in a store the answer came to me. I was thinking to myself of how much God loved me and of all the blessings I had been given in this life. At that moment I walked by a display of mirrors and saw that I had the ... what to make of this. Had the whole world suddenly gotten kinder without telling me? Had the hearts and souls of everyone I met suddenly grown more loving and joyful for some reason? Then one day when I was walking alone in a store the answer came to me. I was thinking to myself of how ...
... my mentally handicapped but spiritually wise son to both touch her life and to show me again how we are supposed to give, to live, and to love in this life. In this world we face so many adversities, challenges, problems, and tragedies. Sometimes it seems like our entire lives are a trip ... for her son and herself. After all she had been through she wasn t about to let a Winter storm keep her from seeing the child she loved. I took her as far as I was able and dropped her off at a place where I was sure she could catch a ride to take her the ... saw was a beautiful, kind and compassionate soul with a ready laugh and a contagious joy. He had shown me more over the years about living and loving than I could have ever learned on my own. I slowed the car to a crawl as we approached a sharp curb. As we rounded it I saw ...
64. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Christmas Rose. [Messages]
... The Christmas Rose I love roses .and I'm not particular" just one red rose will do !" -any time of the year! This Christmas we celebrate the giving of a rose more beautiful than words can describe. God's gift to the world: the Rose of Sharon! His fragrance fills our heart and especially during ... neighborhood? Let's share the fragrance of Christ -a smile, a hug, some warm baked cookes, a small gift -something that says," Smile .God loves you .and I do too. Think about it -do it -and you will have a WONDERFUL day!~Peggie C. Bohanon~All Rights Reserved Scripture: ... . God's gift to the world: the Rose of Sharon! His fragrance fills our heart and especially during this season of the year, His warm, loving presence seems to even flood our world. People are kinder, gentler, more loving, more friendly, more giving than at any other time of the year ...
65. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Live The Answers. [Messages]
... now almost 15 years since her death. Thankfully, over the years the pain and sense of loss have eased while the memories of her life and her love have remained. I can still feel her presence as I write this. I am sure that she is not only smiling down on me from her picture on ... her dying day. I only hope and pray that I can live my own answers as beautifully and wonderfully as she lived hers. May all of you lovingly live your own answers then in this life and in the next.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com ... do so through suffering as well as happiness. We do so even in the face of death. Some of the wisest, gentlest, kindest, most loving, and most joyous people I have ever known are those who have suffered the most. The only difference is that they used that suffering to help them to ...
... , a prayerful spirit, and a loving soul. This wonderful morning blessing feels like a kiss from Heaven. I begin the day wrapped in light, love, and truth. I pet my dogs, smell the sweet Summer air, and watch the last twinkling of the fireflies floating above the solitary deer nibbling grass ... the far end of the meadow. I go inside smiling, knowing that God loves me and that I too can share love in this world. This life is full of blessings in the morning, evening, and all throughout the day. It is up to us to see them, however. It is up ... and to share the light from deep within me. It helps me to start that day too with a thankful heart, a prayerful spirit, and a loving soul. This wonderful morning blessing feels like a kiss from Heaven. I begin the day wrapped in light, love, and truth. I pet my dogs ...
67. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Carry Me! [Messages]
... 11: 2 KJV)" Prayer:" Lord, help me to forgive a dad who was not there when I needed him. Help me to love a Heavenly Father who IS there when I need Him. Teach me to walk as a little child, with my hand secure in Your own. And when ... , and understanding. I have memories of a godly father, a man of prayer and the Word, giving a lifetime of service to the Lord he loved. Perfect? By no means. Loving? By all means. And so, when I relate to God, my Heavenly Father, I have a role ... of an earthly father, who loved, taught, and nurtured me in the ways of the Lord. You may not -the father you remember may have been abusive, unloving, unjust, unforgiving -he may even have deserted you. That's unforgettable, but not unforgivable! Hard words, but you MUST let God help ...
68. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Life Multiplied. [Messages]
... outshine mine. She knew how to give cheerfully. And the Lord, Who loves a cheerful giver, blessed her" Addendum-To serve is to love; to love is to give! When you love, you give; when you give, you serve; when you serve making others happy, it makes ... kind helper from America, and I am quite sure her reward will far outshine mine. She knew how to give cheerfully. And the Lord, Who loves a cheerful giver, blessed her" Addendum-To serve is to love; to love is to give! When you love, you give; when you ... he repeated," You have four people preaching for you. And you support them all!-But how on earth do you do this ?" Her lovely old face became grave; only her eyes smiled as she told of the faithfulness of God. She explained how she had always believed in giving one-tenth of her ...
69. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Eyes In A Crowd. [Messages]
... that her eyes met mine. In that moment we both smiled and I felt our souls touch. The fear and loneliness left her eyes and I saw love and joy replace them. Her angelic smile warmed my own heart as well and in that second I could feel a blanket of God s love around us ... seemed full of strangers and even in the midst of them I felt lonely. All of this would change, however, thanks to a single pair of loving eyes. It happened one day when I was shopping in a mall. The crowds to my dismay were as thick as I had ever seen them. In ... afraid of all those years. I knew, though, that thanks to that little angel I would never feel lonely in crowds again. I wish that lovely, little girl who helped me a lifetime of joy without fear and love without loneliness. I know too that I won t be the last person whose ...
70. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- While It Lasts. [Messages]
... they once were, but they can still lend others a helping hand and share a caring hug. My aging fingers too will keep writing these words of love that God blesses me with and my tired legs will keep carrying me where I need to go, to do what I need to do, to help make ... of it while it lasts. My brain may be a bit more forgetful, but I am going to keep using it to remember just how much God loves me and to think of all the good I can do for others today. My eyes may be weaker, but I am going to use them to take ... but they can still share smiles with friends and strangers alike. My lips are a little thinner now, but they can still say kind words and share loving thoughts. My arms aren t as strong as they once were, but they can still lend others a helping hand and share a caring hug. My ...
71. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- An Irish Memory. [Messages]
... be happy in our lives here. We may face challenges, tragedies, suffering, loss, and eventually our own deaths. But with God s love within us we can still choose joy, give joy, live in joy, and make this world a more loving and joyous place for everyone. I never ... t become a priest myself, the lesson I learned from that merry Irishman has stayed with me. I knew from that time on that God not only loves us, but also wants us to be happy in our lives here. We may face challenges, tragedies, suffering, loss, and eventually our own deaths ... But with God s love within us we can still choose joy, give joy, live in joy, and make this world a more loving and joyous place for everyone. I never saw that angel from Ireland again. I am sure, though, that wherever he is right now, he is spreading joy ...
... blooms have lasted so long this year ," my wife said." I hadn't really thought about it, but you are right. As much as I love Lilacs, they come and go so fast ," I said. It has been incredibly exciting this year here in my back yard. Our Lilac tree has produced ... gently nudges your heart each time you hear their name. The very thought of them stirs within your soul like the sweet fragrance of a thousand roses. Loved ones who have passed on, having given their lives to you, having stayed in bloom through a life time of eternal Spring, are like these Lilacs. ... only for the beauty of the people you bring into my life, but for the lingering fragrance and everlasting memories of ever having loved them at all. Loving them and believing in You, means I will have" Spring Forever in my heart"~Bob Perks~[ by: Bob Perks Copyright 2006 (2believe ...
... Mom is still with me in my heart, mind, and soul. It is so blissful to feel her presence as I do my best to give love, spread joy, and make this world a better place. It is so wonderful to realize that a thousand angels are cheering me on as I strive to ... these butterflies floating on the breezes whenever I go out. I know that it is just my Mom s wonderful way of letting me know that she loves me, that she is looking out for me, and that she along with so many others are helping me as I travel down the road of my life ... A Thousand Butterflies I have always loved butterflies. I think I must have got it from my Mom. When I was a boy she used to take a break from working in her flower garden just to watch these delicate winged beauties fly from blossom to blossom. After my Mom passed away I told my daughter ...
74. "A Young Spirit" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... temporary but that life is eternal. He was the spirit that had always tried to keep one foot in the wonder of childhood and one foot in the love of Heaven. I smiled back at that shining spirit and took my youthful soul back out to the kitchen table to join my forever young children in some red ... matter how old I get. Always remember who you really are. You are a beautiful, shining, loving soul. You are blessed by Heaven and loved by God. You are both eternal and forever young. You can never grow old unless you let yourself. May all your days be blessed with youth, ... reminding me that I will always be young no matter how old I get. Always remember who you really are. You are a beautiful, shining, loving soul. You are blessed by Heaven and loved by God. You are both eternal and forever young. You can never grow old unless you let yourself. ...
75. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Old Photographs. [Messages]
... through the window to the Heavenly soul in each person. This was who they really were. Each photo was of a Child of God: full of love, full of joy, and full of light. I knew too that even though those pictures would one day fade that those souls would shine on forever. ... time I am tempted to judge another. Only God knows the depths of our souls and only God can see the light within each of us. God loves us so much. We are His Children and He put us here to help each other to grow in love, joy, light, and wonderful oneness with ... seemed that the happier the person was in the picture, the more the light shined from their eyes. I could see this pure, radiant, and loving light in picture after picture no matter how long ago it was taken. With every smiling face there were a pair of shining eyes sending their joy across the ...
... don t turn away from it. Don t make God have to tell you twice. Listen to Him the first time. Trust Him, love Him, and follow Him. He will take you to ever greater love, joy, and learning. He will keep you safe and lead you home. ... I found myself laughing and grinning even with my still sore left hip and shoulder. I was happy I had followed God s guidance and I felt loved and watched over. God s loving guidance comes in many ways. You can hear its gentle whisper in your heart. You can listen to it come ... in the touching lyrics of a beautiful song. You can see it in the wise passage of a book. You can notice it in an overheard scrap of conversation. You can feel it in the quietness of nature. You can even get it when you fall to the pavement of your driveway. However it comes ...
... my Heavenly Father who loved me so much. He didn t offer me the left over scraps of life but instead prepared me a daily feast of love, joy, friendship, family, beauty, and laughter. Each day I found my plate full to overflowing with all the blessings God wanted me to have ... heart to scold her. After I put my licked clean plate in the sink I petted my dog and smiled. I thought of my Heavenly Father who loved me so much. He didn t offer me the left over scraps of life but instead prepared me a daily feast of love, joy, friendship, ... found my plate full to overflowing with all the blessings God wanted me to have. Each day I was given not only my daily bread but also His loving company while I ate it. Each day I found the chair pushed out and my place at the table waiting for me to join in this banquet of life ...
78. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Special Thanks. [Messages]
... coaches who allowed him to be equipment manager on their teams over the years deserve a special thanks as well. They gave my son so much laughter and love, and his happiness is so much greater because of them. I also want to thank every student that went to school with my son over the years. ... son will be graduating from High School next May. After turning 21 he will no longer be able to attend the special education program at the school he loves. Over the years, in spite of his Autism, he has grown into such a kind, happy, and caring young man. He is a joy ... with my son over the years. Even though my boy was different you always treated him with gentleness and respect. You made his life better with your loving smiles and kind words. You made him feel a part of your school and that has helped him to become such a special and beautiful person. All of ...
79. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Then Ill Be Happy. [Messages]
... in remission. I still have occasional flare ups of" And then I ll be happy ," but I heal them by knowing that I can choose love and joy every second of my life. God loves us all so much and wants us to be happy today, tomorrow, and forever. Let s ... let Him down. Let s choose love, share joy, and spread happiness with every moment we have.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... . Life I knew would always have fresh problems and frustrations, but I thought it would be a lot better to meet them with a happy heart and loving soul rather than waiting for life to be perfect. These days I am in remission. I still have occasional flare ups of" And then I ll ...
80. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Friends... [Messages]
... get there. There's never a wrong time to pick up a phone or send a message telling your friends how much you miss them or how much you love them. If you love someone, tell them. Remember always to say what you mean. Never be afraid to express yourself. Take this opportunity to tell ... your mistakes, helps you deal with pressure from others, smiles for you when they are sad, helps you become a better person, and most importantly loves you! Pass this on to those friends of the past, and those of the future. and those you have met along the way. {crying yet ... reassurance that you would make it in college as well as you had these past 18 years, and most importantly sent you off to college knowing you were loved. Now, your idea of a good friend is still the person who gives you the better of the two choices, holds your hand when you're scared, ...
81. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Prodical Cat. [Messages]
... . Soon we find ourselves miserable, alone, and just struggling to survive. We return home to our Father broken, repentant, and hungry for His love again. Thankfully, God is always ready to forgive us and welcome us back into His loving arms once more. There is no better or more joyous place ... an indoor life didn t seem to bother her at all. She was always first cat in the house to the bowl at feeding time and she loved to nap all day on the nearest available lap. She nuzzled and purred with the best of them too and was loved by all of us. This last ... to our Father broken, repentant, and hungry for His love again. Thankfully, God is always ready to forgive us and welcome us back into His loving arms once more. There is no better or more joyous place to be either, because it is the one place were we truly belong.~Joseph J ...
82. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Little Miracles. [Messages]
... but now dedicates her life to volunteer work and bringing joy to people who are homebound. There are so many others too whose lives are daily miracles of love. The best thing about little miracles, though, is not that they are all around you but that you can be one yourself. You can share love ... spread joy, and help others so much. Remember God made you, God loves you, and God gave you this life. Live it like the miracle you are.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages ... Every sunrise and sunset is a little miracle. Every flower that blooms and leaf that changes is one as well. I have seen little miracles in the loving hearts and beautiful smiles of handicapped children. I have seen them in the shopping carts of people living paycheck to paycheck, who still buy something extra to donate ...
83. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Dandelions. [Messages]
... now I can literally see thousands of these miraculous, little wonders sharing their beauty with the world. They remind me a lot of our own acts of love and joy. They are small but strong. They are sweet but hardy. They are simple but long lasting. They may seem tiny and insignificant by themselves ... time of the year and continue on throughout the summer in spite of the countless attacks from lawn mowers and weed killers that they must endure. I have loved dandelions ever since I was a little boy. I can remember picking handfuls of them to give to my Mom and seeing her beautiful smile when she smelled their ... by themselves, but if you fill a field or a life with them then Earth looks a lot more like Heaven. May your days always bloom with loving acts then. May your mind always blossom with joyous thoughts. May your heart always flower with compassionate feelings. May you always feel the love of God sprouting ...
84. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Nanny. [Messages]
... day she taught us all a few Italian words and phrases that we hadn t heard. Still, she always led with her heart and shared her love freely with family, friends, and strangers alike. She lived to be over 90 years old but died way too soon. We all cried when she died ... . In 1914 when she was only 8 years old her family braved German U-boat attacks to travel to America. There she grew up, married, and lovingly raised four sons. Then she helped to raise me and my brothers as well. I can still remember coming home after school to my Nanny s old ... though, is still living here in the hearts and minds of those she left behind. My Nanny had a wonderful life here. She lived. She loved. She laughed. She cooked, cared, and cried. She touched a lot of hearts. She made her grandson smile and she made God smile as ...
85. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Young Pup. [Messages]
... become an old dog in this life then. Let that young pup that still lives within you come out to play instead. Live from your soul and love from your heart. You were put here to learn, grow, and become. You were put here to create, enjoy, and delight in your life ... be. And you were put here to share that person with everyone you meet. Have the time of your life doing so and always remember that God loves you today, tomorrow, and forever.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted ... thin out, but on the inside we are as vibrant and beautiful as we ever were. Our souls are eternal. They may grow wiser and more loving in this life, but they will remain forever young. And while our bodies will all one day return to dust the souls within them will go on to ...
... , tomorrow, and for the rest of our lives.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved ... day, she was the most beautiful. May we all live as lovely a life as her. May God help us all to grow more and more loving so that our last days here are our best days here. May God help us all to be a beautiful blessing to this world today, tomorrow, and ... I can" before continuing down the path. Of all the things I saw that day, she was the most beautiful. May we all live as lovely a life as her. May God help us all to grow more and more loving so that our last days here are our best days here. May God ...
87. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Dad. [Messages]
... heart, my soul, and the world. After that the problems and difficulties either disappear or become transformed into opportunities to help others, to grow in love and joy, and to become more at one with Him. I am truly blessed to have such a great Dad here on Earth and such a wonderful Father ... Heaven. Both have loved me so much and both have helped me to see that the real magic and miracles in life come from loving and helping each other. When we do our days are blessed andfull of joy no matter what problems or difficulties we may face. When we do our loose teeth are always pulled ... a wonderful Father in Heaven. Both have loved me so much and both have helped me to see that the real magic and miracles in life come from loving and helping each other. When we do our days are blessed andfull of joy no matter what problems or difficulties we may face. When we do our loose ...
88. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Scars. [Messages]
... filled with peril-and we forget that the enemy is waiting to attack. That's when the tug-o-war begins, and if you have the scars of His love on your arms be very, very grateful. He did not-and will not-let you go. Time is a very precious gift of God; ... are because God has refused to let go. In the midst of your struggle, He's been there holding on to you. The Scripture teaches that God loves you. If you have Christ in your life, you have become a child of God. He wants to protect you and provide for you in every way ... animal. And, on his arms, were deep scratches where his mother's fingernails dug into his flesh in her effort to hang on to the son she loved. The newspaper reporter who interviewed the boy after the trauma, asked if he would show him his scars. The boy lifted his pant legs. And then ...
89. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Dogs Life. [Messages]
... , 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to stay as long ' That's one really smart kid. Live simply-Love generously-Care deeply! Remember, if a dog was the teacher you would learn things like: When loved ones come home, always run to greet them ... Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Thrive on attention and let people touch you. Avoid biting when a simple growl will do ... me. I'd never heard a more comforting explanation. He said, 'People are born so that they can learn how to live a good Life-like loving everybody all the time and being nice, right? ' The Six-year-old continued, 'Well, dogs already know how to do that, so they don't have to ...
90. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Feast For The Soul. [Messages]
... my life !" as well. Pray all day long. Pray when things are going bad and when things are going great. Pray to always grow in love, joy, and oneness with God because that is what the feeding your soul is all about. This world is a never ending banquet of loving, sharing ... t overeat. Best of all the meal tastes even better when you share it with others. Take the time to nourish your soul then. God loves you and wants you to join in the feast He has prepared here. Listen to beautiful music and sing along yourself. Read inspiring works and share your thoughts ... in love, joy, and oneness with God because that is what the feeding your soul is all about. This world is a never ending banquet of loving, sharing, giving, and living. Pull up a chair and enjoy the feast.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella ...
91. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Jeffie And Grandpa. [Messages]
... distant. I can't leave the room because he would feel like I have abandoned him" What is a Grandpa to do? But you know what? Love always finds a way. Since Grandpa couldn't take Jeffie out of the playpen, Grandpa climbed in with Jeffie! Grandpa said" If you are in the playpen ... the opportunity to experience the fullness of life God has for us! The message is simple, clear and personal: God with us... He loves you so much He sent His one and only Son, Jesus Christ!" For God so loved the world that He gave His one and only Son, ... whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have Eternal Life. For God did not send His Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through Him. Whoever believes in Him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because he has not believed in the name of ...
92. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Better Life. [Messages]
... less. You make your first job spreading joy rather than earning money. You realize just how much God loves you and you spend your days sharing that love with everyone you meet. And you always remember that your life is a gift from God and how you live it is your gift back.~Joseph J ... look in your heart more and in the mirror less. You make your first job spreading joy rather than earning money. You realize just how much God loves you and you spend your days sharing that love with everyone you meet. And you always remember that your life is a gift from God and how you live ... time buying. You turn off the television and take a walk with your children. You smile more and worry less. You spend more time with your loved ones and less time at the office. You laugh longer and more often. You look in your heart more and in the mirror less. You make your ...
93. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The First Leaf. [Messages]
... us just waiting to come out. It reminds me that on the hottest Summer s day and coldest Winter s night we can still share our love and joy with others. It reminds me that our purpose is to add the colors of Heaven to the sometimes grey world around us. I only wish that ... . Say a kind word. Feed the hungry. Visit the lonely. Comfort the crying. Care for the hurting. Show others just how much God loves them from the life you lead. Then your soul will glow like the leaves of Heaven.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. ... later isn t important, however. What is important is that you shine today. What matters is that you make this world a better and more loving place now. Let your true colors out then. Share a smile. Give a hug. Say a kind word. Feed the hungry. Visit the lonely ...
94. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Birthday Thoughts. [Messages]
... how much better my life would be with more of it. Looking back I realized that money had never once bought me happiness. Money had paid bills and bought stuff, but every bit of joy in my life had come from love. It had come from God loving me and me loving God. It had come from the love I gave to others and the love I received back from them. It had come from loving life, myself, and my neighbor as ... . Money may have helped feed my stomach, but love is what fed my soul. That then is what I have decided to do with my next 30 years: just love. With love life is glorious and without love life is meaningless. Is it any wonder the two greatest commandments are about love? Is it any wonder that every great story, beautiful song, and well-lived life is about love? Love is what God created us for. Love is what we ...
95. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love is.... [Messages]
... Love is." Love is that first feeling you feel before all the bad stuff gets in the way"" When my grandmother got arthritis, she couldn't bend over and paint her toenails anymore. So my grandfather does it for her all the time, even when his hands got arthritis too. That's love"" When someone loves you, the way they say your name is different. You know that your name is safe in their mouth"" Love is ... a girl puts on perfume and a boy puts on shaving cologne and they go out and smell each other"" Love is when you go out to eat and give somebody most of your French fries without making them give you any of theirs"" Love is when someone hurts you. And you get so mad but you don't yell at them because you know it would hurt their feelings"" Love is what makes you smile when you're tired"" Love is when ...
96. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- He Loved. [Messages]
... my obituary would be even shorter. It would probably get me an F on the assignment, but it would get me an A in life. In fact, I would sum it up in two words: He Loved. To love is what I want to do today, tomorrow, and for the rest of my life. To love is what living is all about. The rest is just details. Everything about living well and good and right is wrapped up in ... He Loved I stared at the blank page nervously. The school assignment was to write your own obituary but how was I supposed to write a summation of my life when I hadn t even lived it yet? I looked to my left and right and saw people pouring paragraphs out of their pens. I tried to think of what I wanted to accomplish in my life but my crazily racing thoughts crashed into each other. I glanced back at my clean sheet of ...
97. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Listen To Me. [Messages]
... things. Forget what was making you crazy. Forget the worry and the fretting because you know I'm in control. But there's one thing I pray you never forget. Please, don't forget to talk to Me-OFTEN! I love YOU! I want to hear your voice. I want you to include Me in on the things going on in your life. I want to hear you talk about your friends and family. Prayer is simply you having a conversation with ... if you were all identical. Please, know I love each of your differences. LOVE YOURSELF As much as I love you, how can you not love yourself? You were created by me for one reason only-to be loved, and to love in return. I am a God of Love. Love Me. Love your neighbors. But also love yourself. It makes My heart ache when I see you so angry with yourself when things go wrong. You ...
98. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Do You See? [Messages]
... Somewhere along the way, my inner eyes caught my attention. I suppose their eyelids had been fluttering for quite some time, but who knew? My inner eyes, I call them the eyes of my soul, see nothing but love and joy. That s it! There are no other options available to them. My physical eyes can't understand this. They want to argue and say, No, no, no! The REAL world does not look that way ... see in others what they, themselves, are made of. My physical eyes have decided that love is a glorious color and are now more quick to join in this vision than they were in the past. Inner eyes insist on loving experiences. They always seek and find love, even in situations where the physical eyes would definitely not choose love. As a result, joy always surrounds each experience viewed by the inner eyes. My soul s eyes have taught me ...
... It s Good To Be Loved We have a saying in our house that goes," It s good to be loved" It was inspired years ago by the wonderful love that our dogs show us everyday. I find myself thinking it first thing in the morning when the alarm goes off and I find a huge Saint Bernard head resting on the side of my bed waiting for its jowls to be scratched. I find myself saying it when my littlest dog ... It s Good To Be Loved We have a saying in our house that goes," It s good to be loved" It was inspired years ago by the wonderful love that our dogs show us everyday. I find myself thinking it first thing in the morning when the alarm goes off and I find a huge Saint Bernard head resting on the side of my bed waiting for its jowls to be scratched. I find myself saying it when my littlest dog ...
100. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Father's Love Letter. [Messages]
... Father's Love Letter My Child, You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139: 1 Even the very hairs on your head are numbered. Matt 10: 29-31 For you were made in my image. Gen 1: 27 I knew you even before you were conceived. Jer 1: 4 I chose you when I planned creation. Ephesians 1: 11 And I knit you together in your mother's womb. Psalm 139: 13 You ... Co 5: 18, 19 Jesus died so that we could be reconciled. 2 Cor 5: 18, 19 His death was my ultimate expression of love for you. 1 John 4: 10 I gave up everything that I loved to gain your love. Romans 8: 31, 32 If you receive the gift of my Son you receive me. 1 John 2: 23 And nothing will ever separate you from my love again. Romans 8: 38, 39 ...
101. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Is Life All About? [Messages]
... today, regardless of circumstances. This doesn't mean that we have to go around laughing all the time. What it means is, be happy within ourselves so that our happiness will shine through us to others, radiating Christ. Cherish love." True love never nags. It trusts. Love does not have to be tethered, neither in time or eternity" Jealous love, exclusive love, selfish love: these kinds of love are not true love." Love suffers ... does not behave rudely, nos not seek its own, is not provoked, thinks no evil" I Corinthians 13: 4 5 (NKJV) Have Faith. This is all-important." Strong, serene, unquenchable faith in the loving kindness of God will enable us to look fearlessly towards the end of the temporal existence and the beginning of the eternal, and will make it possible for us to live our lives effectively, grandly" Summing it all up: Let go ...
... God's Love Letter To You And To Me You may not know me, but I know everything about you. Psalm 139: 1 I know when you sit down and when you rise up. Psalm 139: 2 I am familiar with all your ways. Psalm 139: 3 Even the very hairs on your head are numbered. Matthew 10: 29-31 For you were made in my image. Genesis 1: 27 In me you live and move and have your being ... your sins. 2 Corinthians 5: 18-19 Jesus died so that I could be reconciled. 2 Corinthians 5: 18-19 His death was the ultimate expression of my love for you. I John 4: 10 I gave up everything I loved that I might gain your love. Romans 8: 38-39 Come home and I'll throw the biggest party heaven has ever seen. Luke 15: 7 I have always been Father, and will always be Father. Ephesians 3: 14-15 My ...
103. "Sea Of Love" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... Sea Of Love It was a bitterly cold morning in the middle of a relatively mild Winter. The chill cut through my light jacket as I took my dogs out for their morning walk. The frosted grass crunched beneath my feet as I walked along. The stars were shining in the still dark sky. I paused and watched as my frozen breath floated up towards them. They seemed so far away. I thought about the billions of stars stretched across the vast sea ... That vast sea of black was filled with it. The entire universe was made from it. I saw too that even though I am only a tiny person on a tiny planet that I was important in His eyes. I was loved! I was watched over! I was cared for! And I could make a difference too! I smiled, petted my dogs, and walked back inside ready to start the day and be a part of the sea of love that ...
104. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Interview With God [Messages]
... , I said," May I ask you another question ?" He replied with a smile." As a Father, what would you ask your children to do for the coming years ?"" To learn that they cannot make anyone love them. What they can do is to let themselves be loved. To learn that it takes years to build trust, and a few seconds to destroy it. To learn that what is most valuable is not what they have in their ... , but who they have in their lives. To learn that it is not good to compare themselves to others. There will be others better or worse than they are, in some way. To learn that a rich person is not one who has the most, but is one who needs the least. To learn that they should control their attitudes, otherwise their attitudes will control them. To learn that it only takes a few seconds to open profound wounds in persons ...
105. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Is Love? [Messages]
... What Is Love? Diane Ackerman said," Everyone admits that love is wonderful and necessary, yet no one agrees on just what it is" Over the years, I have been learning what it is. When I first got married, I wanted to show my love to my new wife. I was drawn to romantic stories like one from the time of Oliver Cromwell in England where a young soldier had been tried in military court and sentenced to death. He ... young woman cut and bleeding from being knocked back and forth against the great bell. They brought her down, and, the story goes, Cromwell was so impressed with her willingness to suffer in this way on behalf of someone she loved that he dismissed the soldier saying," Curfew shall not ring tonight" That must be love, I thought! That was the kind of commitment I needed to make! I wanted to give my all. To tie myself to the ...
... away after only one week in the hospital; the next day we tearfully released balloon number four. We have been through quite a bit in the short time we have spent together. After all this time I now realize that I love her more today than I did eleven years ago. I love my wife more than I love myself; as a matter of fact, I would gladly lay down my life for her if necessary. However, the interesting thing to note ... higher the spiritual levels we are able to attain in God. When we are able to do this, it is as if we are actually sending a Valentine balloon to God. John 3: 16 says," For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life" Remember, when it comes to God's love, you can rest assured knowing there are no strings attached. ...
107. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Could Not Find It. [Messages]
... children in their so called" holy war" must think so. As much as I tried, however, I couldn t find one single thing that supported their view. I did find thousands of references to God s love in book after book. I found God s love in nature, in others, and in my own heart and soul. Every word I read, hint I found, and feeling I felt all said the same thing:" ... " Maybe all of those who think that God is hate just aren t ready to know a God whose unconditional love is everywhere and in everyone. Maybe that is why they shut that love out. They want a God who loves little and hates much just like they do. I just couldn t find that God anywhere I looked. I don t think I would ever want to either. I want the God who loves me and wants me to love ...
108. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Dogs Love. [Messages]
... A Dog s Love It was raining on the day I took my St. Bernard, Buddy to the vet for the last time. It was raining on my windshield, it was raining in my eyes, and it was raining in my soul. My heart was heavy with the sadness of knowing that I would soon be losing a friend who had always touched my soul with his sad face and sweet personality. When he was a puppy I used to carry ... around in one arm. Now his 170 lb body was ancient and ailing. Throughout all his life he had protected us with his strength and loved us with his gentleness. He was a part of our family and taking him on this last ride was one of the hardest things I ever had to do. My voice like my spirit felt broken as I told the vet that it was best to end Buddy s suffering now. I had watched over the last year ...
109. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Loving Thought. [Messages]
... , and growing. That loving thought led me through pain, sorrow, and back home to God again. It led me to writing, sharing, and who I am today. It led me to the knowledge that God is love, that life is joy, and that we are all here to love and help each other. I hope you cast the gift of a few loving thoughts yourself today then. Why let the angels have all the fun?~Joseph ... A Loving Thought Here is my new article. It is about a loving thought that helped me change the course of my life. I hope that you enjoy it. Wishing you every joy... George Macdonald wrote that" If instead of a gem or even a flower, we should cast the gift of a loving thought into the heart of a friend, that would be giving as the angels give" I can remember one of the first loving thoughts that ...
110. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Working In Joy. [Messages]
... come. Putting food on our tables and heat in our homes is only a small part of our real work in this world, though. Our greatest work here is the hearts we touch, the good we do, and the love we share. Our hands may be able to lift a log into a truck, but our smiles can lift another s heart in joy. Our arms may be able to carry a load of wood, but our kindness can help ... to work in joy, to live in love is to live in joy" Don t be afraid of a little hard work then. Do all of your work in love and in joy. Work at giving, work at loving, and work at living happily ever after, day by day and choice by choice. God put us here to grow, to learn, to work, and to love. God put us here to find joy in our efforts and ...
111. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Best Gifts. [Messages]
... been the thoughtful gifts themselves picked out with such care. I think most of all, though, it was the gifts behind the gifts that filled my day with so much joy. You see, each gift was filled with the love of the person who gave it. Each gift was a package of love delivered from their heart to mine and each gift made my own love burn brighter. The more birthdays I celebrate in this life, the more I see that love ... presents you get, or years you age aren t important. All that counts is how much love you choose, share, and give in this world, because love itself is the greatest gift there is. God in His loving wisdom has given each of us the two best gifts we can ever get: a life to live and the love to live it with. Let s not waste them. Let s not put them on a shelf and ignore ...
... Giving, Having and Receiving Love is an amazing thing. It is a glorious gift from God that defies logic, reason, and even explanation. It created the universe, it bonds us all together, and it shines bright in every soul that chooses to share it. The truth is the more love you give the more love you have, and the more love you have the more love you receive. This truth was made especially clear to me one day last ... no thought of reward, and knowing that it would take most of the day to do so and get back home. They thanked me more than once as I dropped them off, but they didn t have to. Their loving example had already touched my heart. It made me smile knowing that my small act of kindness had helped them with their large act of love. Driving back home I felt a wonderful peace and happiness that nothing in this world can give ...
113. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Connected. [Messages]
... . Still, we adjusted. My children and I would load up the car every Saturday for the 25 mile trip to visit her. She always had a tender hug and loving kiss waiting for us. The nurses there fell in love with her too. Her loving but feisty spirit touched them all. She made them laugh and smile and sometimes even taught them a few choice words of Italian that they didn t need to know. I can remember the whole family ... hard seeing her then losing weight and confined to a wheelchair. Still, we adjusted. My children and I would load up the car every Saturday for the 25 mile trip to visit her. She always had a tender hug and loving kiss waiting for us. The nurses there fell in love with her too. Her loving but feisty spirit touched them all. She made them laugh and smile and sometimes even taught them a few choice words of Italian that they didn ...
... , she smiled sweetly when told her room was ready. As she maneuvered her walker to the elevator, I provided a visual description of her tiny room, including the eyelet sheets that had been hung on her window." I love it ," she stated with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old having just been presented with a new puppy." Mrs. Jones, you haven't seen the room. just wait"" That doesn't have anything to do with it ," she replied ... , consider what it means. There's a purpose to life's events, to teach you how to laugh more or not to cry too hard. You can't make someone love you, all you can do is be someone who can be loved, the rest is up to the person to realize your worth. It's better to lose your pride to the one you love, than to lose the one you love because of pride. We spend too much time looking for the right ...
... took me much longer to learn. She knows that money can t buy or even rent happiness. She knows that you never rise higher than when you stoop to help up another. She knows that laughter exercises the lungs and love opens up the heart. She knows that a good cry isn t a bad thing. It washes out your eyes so you can see more clearly. She knows that petting a dog warms your heart and hugging a friend uplifts your ... and tests taken, her hard work has paid off. She is no longer the little girl I once pushed on a swing and taught to ride a bike. She has become a wise, mature, giving, caring, and loving adult. She has learned so much and is ready to start the rest of her life. I think the things I am most proud of her learning, though, aren t the ones she learned in the classroom. They are ...
116. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love And Understanding. [Messages]
... Love And Understanding I was in a local grocery store the other day when suddenly I heard the sound of breaking glass behind me. I turned around to see what had happened. A young mother had turned away from her shopping cart for a second to look in one of the freezers. That second was all it took for her growing, baby boy to test out his new found ability to grab and lift things from his seat in the cart. Unfortunately, the ... hearts along the way. God never gives up on us, however. He forgives us and fills our hearts, souls, and lives with His gentle understanding and unconditional love. May we all learn to love each other as He loves us. May we all learn to live our lives in joy, laughter, love, and understanding.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph ...
117. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Jesus Loves Me [Messages]
... everybody" have a nice day" so sweetly. My errands list looked shorter, my mood was better, I picked up the book and hugged my son who reminded me that Jesus Loves me and I need to pass on His Love and not my irritation to others, because He is there to take care of me-I should just enjoy all the situations and keep praising Him. When I stepped out of the store, I thought I saw a cool cloud passing ... Jesus Loves Me It was a very hot day, sweat and irritation was in abundance. Traffic was hectic and the A / C in my car was not cooperating either. I had to run many errands, and since the baby sitter was on leave, I had to take a day off and take my 4 year old son wherever I went. I was just hoping that he behaved well the entire day, because I was definitely not in a good mood. ...
118. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Small Still Voice. [Messages]
... a small bench and sat down. My legs weren t tired, but my brain was exhausted. After sitting a few minutes I just let go and stopped thinking. I listened to the gentle music of the birds singing their love songs in the trees. I watched as the sun sparkled and danced off the crystal clear waves of the lake. I noticed the first wild flowers of Spring growing towards the light. I breathed in the fresh, clean air. I ... at peace for the first time all day. It was then that I heard the small, still voice of God whispering in my mind." What are you so worried about ?," He said." I have loved you since the day you were born. I love you now. And I will continue to love you forever" I stayed happily there on that bench for a long time. And when I finally left I took the peace and love with me. ...
119. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- One Thing. [Messages]
... . We didn t even have any clothes to wear. Thankfully, we were surrounded by caring people. Our church, community, and extended family all rushed to help us. It was such a blessing seeing this outpouring of love. I can remember too during this time the moment that I stopped being afraid. A woman was bringing some winter coats into the temporary home we were renting. When my Mom thanked her she said," Honey, that is what ... a neighbor fix up their home. You need to hold a crying child in your arms and comfort them. You need to offer a word of encouragement and kindness to a hurting heart. You need to take the hand of a loved one and let them know just how much you care about them. You need to smile and give your joy to everyone you meet. You need to do the one thing that makes life worth living. It is, after all, ...
120. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Three Words. [Messages]
... , helping each other, and caring for this planet that is our home. What are these three words?" God Loves You" God loves us all so much, yet so many of us go through life never accepting His love into our hearts, souls, and minds. Perhaps we don t accept it because we don t feel worthy of it. Well we aren t, but God gives it to us just the same. When we do ... lived by the truth of these words then we could begin to make this world a paradise with everyone working together, helping each other, and caring for this planet that is our home. What are these three words?" God Loves You" God loves us all so much, yet so many of us go through life never accepting His love into our hearts, souls, and minds. Perhaps we don t accept it because we don t feel worthy of ...
121. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Whisper. [Messages]
... bringing my boys home from school it came to me once more this time in the smile and wave of my friend and neighbor who lives down the hill from me. This whisper was the gentle voice of God saying," I love you my child ", and every time I heard it I could feel my heart grow warmer and my soul shine brighter. It took me a long time to see just how much, how often, and in how many ways God whispers ... become who we were meant to be. Open your ears, eyes, mind, and heart. Listen carefully with them all, each day of your life. Hear the gentle voice of our Father telling you just how much He loves you. Then joyously say," I love you too God and I thank you for my life" God s love whispers on the winds of everything in this world. Let it whisper through your voice and your life as well ...
... just a matter of faith either. I also believe in Heaven because of all the evidence I see here on Earth. I see this evidence not only in the glorious natural world all around us but also in the endless acts of love that come from the hearts of people as well. These are the people who bring a bit of Heaven to Earth everyday and they are the ones I wish to thank now. To all the people then who pick up the trash off ... , thank you. To every parent who spends the day hard at work and then goes home and makes the time to play with and read to their kids, thank you. To every kind heart who has ever taken in and loved a stray dog or cat, thank you. To every person who has ever opened their purse or wallet and given to a charity not out of duty but out of love, thank you. To everyone who has ever offered a ride ...
123. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Father Ed. [Messages]
... with one hand and directing with the other while Beethoven s 9th symphony serenaded us from his cassette deck. Looking back now I can still feel his spirit swaying in his body while the music played. Father Ed s greatest love, however, was the tireless work he did for God. He preached, wrote columns and books, visited prisons, taught in schools, and ministered everywhere for the love of God from the streets of Indianapolis to the hills of West ... can still see him so clearly in my heart and mind. Tall, thin, quiet, friendly, and smart with thinning hair and thick glasses, he always looked more like an engineer than a priest. He was a great lover of classical music. One of my most vibrant memories of him was a long trip we took together over curvy, mountainous roads. Father Ed was steering the car with one hand and directing with the other while Beethoven s 9th symphony ...
124. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- HOME. [Messages]
... is when you look around at those walls and ceiling as if for the first time and give thanks to God for this wonderful place to live. That is when you finally make your house into your home by blessing it with your love. No matter how small, old, or run down the places I have lived in have been there has always been that point when I blessed them with my love, took them into my heart, and made them my home. ... that we all should bless with our love and make our home. That is this world we live in. It may not be our permanent home, but while we are here we should do all we can to make it our loving home. We are here, after all, for only a short time. Why not use it to bring as much Heaven as we can down here to Earth? Whether you are sitting in your favorite chair, cooking your dinner, ...
125. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Still Free. [Messages]
... " I know ," his wife replied." Everything costs an arm and a leg these days" In that moment of stress and worry, though, somehow the sweet voice of wisdom sounded in my mind." God s love is still free ," it said," and it always will be" I got up then and smiled at the couple. I fished the change back out of my pocket and some bills out of my wallet, walked over and put ... I thought," but the most priceless thing in the world is still free to us all" The next time you feel squeezed by the price of living remember that the thing that makes life worth living is still free. God loves us and is willing to fill us with His love everyday of our lives. Even when our wallets are empty our hearts can still be full. God will always give us just what we need as well to live, learn, and ...
126. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Forgiven.... Forever! [Messages]
... Forgiven. Forever!" For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his love for those who fear him; as far as the east is from the west, so far has he removed our transgressions from us" Psalms 103: 11-12 I was staring at the computer screen when I heard my favorite little voice say," Mommy ?" I turned to look at my sweet daughter and she said," I sorry I lock you out ... gifts, to those who ask him !" Jesus wastes no words in telling us that even we, with all our failings and sinful nature, love our children and give them good things. God, who is perfect and holy, loves us and gives us the same things. I know that I love my daughter more than life itself. I also know that this love is only the very tiniest tip of the iceberg of the love God has for you and me. ...
127. "Tuning Into God " | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... always ready to talk to us in these quiet moments of prayer. He is always ready to bless us with His peace. He is always ready to guide us with His wisdom. He is waiting patiently to fill us with His love. He is waiting patiently to show us how we can love each other as well. He is waiting patiently to give us joy. Take the time today to tune into God. Turn off the television, silence the cell phone, ... instead of the glare of the television. I will allow the noise of the world to melt away and rest in the silence of my own soul. Then I will breath deeply, close my eyes, and listen carefully for the loving voice that never lies, argues, or screams. This sweet voice uplifts me and encourages me. It tells me to keep trying, to keep loving, and to keep doing all I can to make this world a better place. ...
128. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Holy Men [Messages]
... tiny island off in the distance." That ," he said," is the home of the three hermits" (In those days some people had chosen to cut themselves off from all of society in order to better serve and love God)" It is said that they are the holiest men in the land ," continued the captain. The bishop, his vanity poked and his interest piqued, asked if there might be time for him to visit the hermits. Since ... much you know about God but from how much you love God." Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. The man who thinks he knows something does not yet know as he ought to know. But the man who loves God is known by God" (1 Corinthians 8: 1-3). [Wayne Rice-from 'Daily Wisdom '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
129. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Thoughts To Ponder. [Messages]
... Thoughts To Ponder Anger is a condition in which the tongue, works faster than the mind. You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future. Love and you shall be loved. God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with Him. All people smile in the same language. A hug is a great gift, one size fits all. It can be given for any occasion and it's easy to exchange ... Everyone needs to be loved, especially when they do not deserve it. The real measure of a man's wealth is what he has invested in eternity. Laughter is God's sunshine. Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it. It's important for parents to live the same things they teach. Thank God for what you have, TRUST GOD for what you need. If you fill your heart with regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you have no today to be ...
130. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Lessons In Hugging. [Messages]
... to hug. I am so delighted too that all of my children have learned this lesson so well over the years. My daughter's hugs brighten my days and uplift my soul. I have been blessed a million times over by the love and joy she so freely shares with me. My two sons ' hugs always bring happiness to my heart as well. It makes me feel good to know that they have learned two of the most important things in life: how to ... love and how to spread joy. Remember then that every loving act you do, smile you share, and hug you give teaches all those around you as well. The lessons they share are priceless. Little by little, time after time, and year by year they teach the minds, hearts, and souls of all you touch. They spread God's love and life's joy everywhere. They show all who are watching how to love, how to give, and how ...
131. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Simple Not Easy. [Messages]
... or strained so much in my life. I went to bed that night exhausted and had sore muscles for a week afterward. Yes, it was a simple job, but it surely wasn t an easy one. Living in love, joy, and oneness with God is simple too, but sometimes it isn t easy. It is a choice that we have to make every single day of our lives. We often have to give love in the face of ... and share joy in the face of despair. Easy or not, though, it is still worth the effort. Loving God, loving ourselves, and loving others is what we were meant for. Nothing is better for us or feels better to us. When we work for love, we work for God, and when we work for God we will always have joy. Work hard at the simple life of love then. Even if you do run into some heavy ...
132. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Snoopy. [Messages]
... best to greet each day with energy, adventure and joy. Like her I am going to try and find enthusiasm and delight in everything that comes my way. Like her I am going to do all I can to share my love happily with everyone everywhere no matter what I get in return. It doesn t matter, after all, if you get hugged by" Charlie Brown" or yelled at by" Lucy". All that matters is that you continue ... " Snoopy our new puppy has a sense of adventure, stubbornness, and independence. She also shares his wonderful joyousness, enthusiasm for life, and boundless appetite. Most of all, though, our Snoopy shares her namesake s loving nature. She will bound up and give anyone close enough a shower of kisses. The kids and I don t mind this at all and will laugh happily at her cheerful affection. The cats, however, often react like" ...
... The Seven Positive Attitudes There are seven basic emotional needs or attitudes that are essential to creating a truly loving and emotionally supportive relationship: love, caring, understanding, respect, appreciation, acceptance, and trust. All of these are present to various degrees when a person feels emotionally supported. Positive sentiments like fulfillment, peace, happiness, gratitude. satisfaction, excitement, and confidence are automatically generated when we are able to fulfill our primary emotional needs. The Seven Positive ... The Seven Positive Attitudes There are seven basic emotional needs or attitudes that are essential to creating a truly loving and emotionally supportive relationship: love, caring, understanding, respect, appreciation, acceptance, and trust. All of these are present to various degrees when a person feels emotionally supported. Positive sentiments like fulfillment, peace, happiness, gratitude. satisfaction, excitement, and confidence are automatically generated when we are able to fulfill our primary emotional needs. The Seven Positive ...
134. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Best Gift. [Messages]
... The Best Gift The stores are going to be crowded the next few weeks. It is that time of the year between Thanksgiving and Christmas when people go shopping for special gifts for those they love. As I started to think back on the gifts I have been given over the years, however, it wasn t the ones that came wrapped up under a tree that moved me the most. The gifts that most touched my soul are the ones that came from ... around me. Those special hugs my Grandma gave me as a boy that squeezed the air out of my lungs and warmed my heart at the same time are a gift I will always cherish. The gift of my Mom s loving and joyous smile still lives on in my heart and soul today. I always felt happier when I saw it. Those boyhood touch football games my brothers and I had in the sunshine, rain, and even the snow are a gift ...
... gases, dust, and particles? Can evolutionists show us why all adaption that occurs in nature has a distinct intelligence behind it? Can evolution, physics, science, or the law of gravity explain us? Can they explain the love, caring, and compassion that exists in the human heart? Can they explain the goodness, kindness, and oneness of the human spirit? Can they explain why we care for our sick, handicapped, and aged who can no longer ... bring happiness to countless hearts? Looking at this world with its flowers, trees, Autumn leaves, sunsets, oceans, cool breezes, smiling faces, and caring hearts makes me see not only an intelligent designer, but also a loving Creator. Looking at this world makes me rejoice in my faith in God, my love for God, and most importantly God s love for me and everyone in this world. Science will ever be able to explain the JOY that ...
136. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Good Thoughts. [Messages]
... Good Thoughts Anger is a condition in which the tongue, works faster than the mind. You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future. Love. and you shall be loved. God always gives His best to those who leave the choice with Him. All people smile in the same language. A hug is a great gift, one size fits all. It can be given for any occasion and it's easy to exchange ... Everyone needs to be loved, especially when they do not deserve it. The real measure of a man's wealth is what he has invested in eternity. Laughter is God's sunshine. Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it. It's important for parents to live the same things they teach. Thank God for what you have, TRUST GOD for what you need. If you fill your heart with regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you have no today to be ...
137. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Living The Good Life. [Messages]
... an obedient child, a caring spouse, a devoted parent, a doting grandparent, a cherished friend, a giving neighbor, and a good Samaritan every chance you get. Most of all, though, always remember that it is Love that makes a good life" good". In the book" In search of the Beyond ," Carlo Correto gave us these words of wisdom." Let us keep this truth before us. You say you have no faith? Love-and ... will come. You say you are sad? Love-and joy will come. You say you are alone? Love-and you will break out of your solitude. You say you are in Hell? Love-and you will find yourself in Heaven. Heaven is love" May you always live the" good" life then full of Heavenly love and oneness with God.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by ...
138. "Mysterious Ways" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... hundred times that God s mysterious, wondrous, and loving ways have been shown to me. I fully believe that He is watching over us, guiding us, and giving us all countless opportunities to help, learn, and love here. All we have to do is open our hearts to His love, our minds to His guidance, and our lives to His will. Then our own lost souls will find their way back home again into His loving arms. ... neighbor, and I hopped into my car and drove the half mile to my cousin s house. The little pooch was waiting for us on the porch and was more than happy to get back home into his owner s loving arms. Now isn t it amazing that a lost little dog found his way safely through woodlands and a very busy roadway to the home of my cousin? Isn t it amazing that my cousin would post his picture online and ...
... A Date With The Other Woman After 21 years of marriage, I discovered a new way of keeping alive the spark of love. A little while ago I started to go out with another woman. It was really my wife's idea." I know you love her ," she said one day, taking me by surprise." But I love YOU !" I protested." I know, but you also love her" The other woman my wife wanted me to ... the other for you wife. You will never know what that night meant to me. I love you" At that moment, I understood the importance of saying," I LOVE YOU" in time, and to give our loved ones the time that they deserve. Nothing in life is more important than God and your family. Give them the time they deserve, because these things cannot always be put off to" some other time" [Author Unknown-from ...
... walked through this amazing day I could feel the Springtime in my own soul awakening once again. My eyes and heart cleared and I saw this world as the beautiful and blessed place that it is. I looked around and felt my love going out to everyone I saw. I knew each one of them was a fellow Child of God put here to learn, grow, and love. I felt the love of our Heavenly Father surrounding us all and my hope was renewed ... biting into my face. On the trees I could see the first buds and blossoms of the year. For the first time in months flowers were showing their heads above the ground and stretching their bodies toward the light. Sweet, loving birdsongs were serenading the world from the trees. Hikers were walking the roads and paths in t-shirts and tennis shoes. On a playground I saw a girl determinedly running with a kite behind her rising higher and higher. Near her a boy ...
141. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Heaven Shines Through. [Messages]
... grew older and wiser, though, Heaven seemed to grow closer and nearer as well. Now I can see that Heaven can be everywhere even in each of us. In fact, there have been many instances in my life when love opened a window to my soul and Heaven shined through. Here are just a few of those moments when the light of Heaven brightened my day here on Earth. There was huddling close by the stove with my brothers on those cold Winter ... reward. There was every moment I took time to play with children or to listen to an elderly soul share the stories of their life. There was every second I spent sharing encouraging words, doing kind acts, and giving out loving hugs. Heaven shines through to our lives here on Earth. It is carried on the beams of love. Heaven can be as close as the beat of our own hearts. And God can make a forever home inside our souls. ...
142. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just By Being In It. [Messages]
... Just By Being In It My old friends have returned for another summer of fun in my backyard. There must be hundreds of them out there every night. I can t stay up with them anymore, but I sure do love watching them dance in the darkness for the first few hours after the sun goes down. They don t even need any music and I never have to worry about them bumping into each other either, because each one of them carries ... us also did our best to live a life so beautiful that we made the world a better place just by being in it. Just think what it would be like if all of us started each day by remembering how much God loves us and by thanking Him for our lives. Just think what it would be like if we all took the time needed to fully love God, ourselves, and others. Just think what it would be like if each of us spent ...
143. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A 'Sign' For Santa (Giving and receiving love). [Messages]
... spent the next ten to fifteen minutes talking about whatever it is that little Dewey wanted to talk about. Then it was time for Dewey to go home. As Dewey took his peppermint stick, Santa made the sign for" I love you" as he smiled at the bouncing little boy with the dancing eyes. Then Dewey's friend took him by the hand and they walked out into the darkness of night. But before he walked out the door Dewey looked back and signed ... to be born. My wife and I, and our five children had recently moved to the little Texas town of Overton. We had been involved in the Christian ministry for years and had been badly hurt by some people we deeply loved. Spiritually and emotionally bruised and still nursing our wounds we were not yet ready to re-enter the same type of ministry again, at least not right away. Still, for the sake of the kids and so we could get to know ...
... a world you may not always understand. May the pain you have known and the conflict you have experienced give you the strength to walk through life facing each new situation with optimism and courage. Always know that there are those whose love and understanding will always be there, even when you feel most alone. May you discover enough goodness in others to believe in a world of peace May a kind word, a reassuring touch, a warm smile be yours every day of ... May You Always Feel Loved May you find serenity and tranquility in a world you may not always understand. May the pain you have known and the conflict you have experienced give you the strength to walk through life facing each new situation with optimism and courage. Always know that there are those whose love and understanding will always be there, even when you feel most alone. May you discover enough goodness in others to believe in a world of peace May a kind word ...
145. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Habits Of Love. [Messages]
... The Habits Of Love I stopped at the local gas station with my oldest son to fill-up my car the other day. I told him to go on in and get himself a can of pop while I pumped the gas. After I finished and got in line to pay I looked to see where he was. I soon found him by the front doors of the store. He was opening one for a woman with her arms full of groceries. He accepted her ... back to the car. It is something I can never tell him enough. The theologian John Powell once wrote that," The habits formed in youth can become the tyrants in old age" As I look at the beautiful, loving habits of my own children I think that they can also become the blessings as well. My oldest son s habits are so joyful and caring that everyone shines brighter when he is around. My daughter s habits too are full ...
146. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Moms Soup. [Messages]
... no matter what problems or difficulties life throws at me a bowl of soup always raises my spirits. Sometimes I can even feel Mom s gentle hand rubbing my back from Heaven and see her beautiful face smiling down on me with love. In this world all of us have had our dreams crashed to the ground at one time or another. Sometimes it takes a lot of broken dreams until we find our true purpose in life too. God is always there, though ... until dinner. While I sipped at its warm broth I felt her hand gently rubbing my aching back. We never said a word, but by the time the soup was done I was feeling better again. I knew I was loved and that was all that mattered. I have carried that memory in my heart all of these years. Even today, no matter what problems or difficulties life throws at me a bowl of soup always raises my spirits. Sometimes I can ...
... , that without overcoming those obstacles, you would have never realized your potential strength, or your hearts desire. Everything happens for a reason. Nothing happens by chance or by means of good or bad luck. Illness, injury, love, lost moments of true greatness, as well as experiencing sheer stupidity; all occur to test the limits of your soul. Without these small tests, whether they be events, illnesses or relationships, life would be like a paved straight ... the poignant and important ones. If someone hurts you, betrays you or breaks your heart, forgive them; for they have helped you learn about trust and the importance of being cautious to whom you open your heart. If someone loves you, love them back unconditionally, not only because they love you, but because they are teaching you to love, and opening your heart and eyes to things you would have never seen or felt without them. Make every day count ...
148. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Moist Eyes. [Messages]
... them getting moist from certain songs I hear, stories I read, and thoughts I have. Some think I am getting sentimental in my middle years. I think I am just getting wiser and more in touch with God s love. Not all of my tears are loving and joyful ones, either. I have had tears of sadness while holding my own crying son, because there was nothing I could do to ease the frustration his Autism causes. I have had ... of grief when first my Mom and then my Grandma died. I have even had tears of empathy in seeing the suffering that so many people in this world are going through everyday. Even with the moist eyes and mixed feelings, however, I wouldn t change who I am today. I have more love in my heart and joy in my soul than ever before. I have found too that it is our own caring souls that God uses to help heal the ...
... , act as if there no God, and no one to help except you.~Zaddik Let us not be satisfied with just giving money. Money is not enough, money can be got, but they need your hearts to love them. So spread your love everywhere you go.~Mother Teresa To receive everything one must open one` s hands and give.~Taisen Deshimaru This only is charity to do all, all that we can.~John Donne ... begining and end of Torah is performing acts of loving kindness.~The Talmud Through our willingness to help others we can learn to be happy rather than depressed.~Gerald Jampolsky Give light and the darkness will disappear of itself.~Erasmus We who lived in a concentration camps can remember the men who walked through the huts comforting others, giving away their last piece of bread. They may have been only a few in number but they offer sufficient proof that everything can ...
150. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Works In Progress. [Messages]
... the afternoon? The answer is simple. I am still a work in progress. In truth, we are all works in progress from the second of our birth to the moment of our death. We are here to learn to love, to grow in love, to share our love, and to become one with our Heavenly Father s love. It may seem simple but it isn t always easy. It takes a lifetime too. That is why no ... ask God s forgiveness, to dust ourselves off, and to begin again to love with all of our heart, soul, mind, and strength. At the end of our lives only one thing matters: how much we loved. I know that my son will forgive me for my short temper earlier today. I know that God will forgive me too. Like everyone else I still have a lot of work to do to become the person I want to be ...
151. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Lighted Candles. [Messages]
... , me, and everyone in this world. With this flame you can light enough candles to brighten the whole universe. Some of the other flames they ignited in me and that I want to pass on to you are these. Love is stronger than hate. Giving brings more joy than receiving. Forgiveness heals our hearts. Love and joy are both choices we make and gifts we share. Hate comes from ignorance, but love brings wisdom. We are all Children of ... the candles burning inside of me, in fact, weren t even lit by me. They were lit by other shining souls I met along the journey of my life. The brightest flame they lit is the truth that God loves you, me, and everyone in this world. With this flame you can light enough candles to brighten the whole universe. Some of the other flames they ignited in me and that I want to pass on to you are these. ...
152. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sleeping In Class. [Messages]
... I learned something far more important than not sleeping in class that day too. I learned that if you are going to do something in this life do it well, do it with joy, and make it an expression of your love. What a glorious place this would be if all of us did our work joyously and well. What a beautiful world we could create if every doctor, teacher, musician, preacher, cook, mechanic, waitress, businessman, fisherman ... t from the shock of my professor s textbook alarm clock either. It was instead from the fascinating discussion he lead. With knowledge and good humor he made the material come alive. His insights were full of both wisdom and loving-kindness. And the enthusiasm and joy that he taught with were contagious. I left the classroom not only wide awake, but a little smarter and a little better as well. I learned something far more important than not sleeping in class that ...
153. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Not Home Yet. [Messages]
... Not Home Yet I love the story of the old missionary couple. A couple went to Africa to serve as missionaries right after they were married. They had planned to serve only a couple of years and then return home. They soon fell in love, however, with the kind people they had come to help. They stayed on year after year setting up a clinic and a school, helping the people build a sanitation system so they could have clean water, ... said You are not Home yet !" This is something we all should remember as we journey through this life with all of its challenges, pains, and struggles. We are not Home yet. Home is the place where our loving Father awaits us. Home is the place where our true reward lies. Home is the place where the love we learned, the good we did, and the joy we shared will reside in our souls forever. Rejoice in your life ...
154. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Joy Is Free. [Messages]
... Joy Is Free I was driving down the road the other day listening to sweet music coming out of my car radio. My heart felt peaceful, my mind was clear, and my soul was full of love. Even with all its problems life seemed good. Then the music stopped and the news came on. There was talk of another millionaire celebrity in drug rehab after an incident with the police. There was news on the murder of a poor man whose life ... Sisters and with each other. These people had nothing. Many were on the verge of death. Yet, they knew the simple truth that so many of us here are still learning: Joy is Free. The truth is God loves you and wants you to be happy right now. He wants His light to brighten you, His peace to calm you, and His happiness to uplift you. He wants you to fill your life with His love and then share it ...
155. "The End" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... . The truth is noone knows when the last days of this world will be. Noone knows when their own last day will be either. All that we can do is to live each day we have here to the fullest with love, kindness, goodness, joy, and oneness with God. This is why I start each day by saying," Good morning God, thank you for my life !" This is why I watch every sunrise and sunset I can. ... can learn today. We can laugh today. We can help each other today. We can bring a little Heaven to Earth today. Live today then and when the end does come you will be able to face God with a loving and happy heart.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission ...
156. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Angels. [Messages]
... Maybe it is because it feels right to believe in a force of goodness higher than ourselves. God has far too often been mistakenly shown as a punisher of us. Angels, however, are almost always shown delivering God's messages of love and joy, helping us in our times of need, and aiding us in our desire to do good. We so often fall short of that desire that it is comforting to know that there are forces stronger than us willing to help ... are own efforts fall short of what we need. That is when angels appear. Most of the time we don't even see them or realize their presense, but I know that they are there helping us, protecting us, and loving us. There are other angels in this world too. These are angels that we can see everyday. They are what I call angels in disguise. They are the people around us whose love, joy, goodness, and light brighten ...
157. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Our Perfect Design. [Messages]
... Scientists have also found that it is more draining on the body to be depressed than it is to be happy. Anger and hatred too have been found to use up more energy and vitality than the body can replace while joy and love have actually been found to replenish your energy and vitality. Worry and mistrust are among the greatest destroyers of our zest for living that there are as well. Faith and oneness with God on the other hand tend to produce a calmness that ... in the many wonderful choices we make each day. We grow more and more delighted and enlightened while becoming a shining light to all the souls around us. We make the whole world more beautiful just by being in it. God loves us all so much. He designed us for joy. He designed us for love. He designed us for unending delight and eternal life. He designed us to live in oneness with Him always. Let us always live by our perfect ...
158. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Traveling Light. [Messages]
... classes. It is the last time I can remember ever traveling that light. Since then my possessions have grown. Most of them like my furniture and appliances are useful and practical. Many of them are gifts given to me with love that bring me joy just to look at and hold. Still, there are times when I feel weighed down by all of them. I know if I ever move again I will need two trucks rather than two suitcases. One thought ... be taking any of those things with me. The only things I will take with me will be what I have packed in the suitcase of my soul. I will be carrying with me every kind thing I ever did, every loving thought I ever shared, and every bit of laughter I ever brought into this world. I will be carrying all the joy I created, all the goodness I gave to others, and all the love I was able to choose and ...
159. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Why Did God Make Dogs? [Messages]
... water and an occasional scratch behind the ears. Why would God bother to make such a creature? I suppose that if dogs were like people they would eventually give up on us. but they never do. A dog s love is almost impossible to destroy, because it s not a love you earn; it s simply a love you are given. In other words, dogs love unconditionally. Unconditional love; unending patience; faithfulness to the very end ... she was actually working quite hard. What possessed God to make dogs anyway? Certainly there are exceptions, and certainly people can breed dogs to bring out the worst in them, but in general, there is nothing more selfless, loving or patient than a dog. Mistreat it and it comes back to you anyway. Ignore it and it never gives up hope that you will be its friend again. Make it wait days to go play, and it will still be ...
... A Hat Full of Spare 'Thots Anger is a condition in which the tongue, works faster than the mind. You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future. Love. and you will be loved. All people smile in the same language. A hug is a great gift, one size fits all. It can be given for any occasion and it's easy to exchange. Everyone needs to be loved, especially when they ... not deserve it. The real measure of a man's wealth is what he has invested in eternity. Laughter is liquid sunshine. Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it. It's important for parents to live the same things they teach. If you fill your heart with regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you have no today to be thankful for. Happy memories never wear out. Relive them as often as you want. Home is the place where we grumble ...
161. "Comfort Foods" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... spaghetti dinners, birthday cake with ice cream, Provolone cheese, morning cereal, evening popcorn, and so many others. I knew, however, that it wasn t the foods themselves, but rather Mom and Nana s love that made them so special. When the world was at its coldest it was this love that kept me warmer than any blanket, sweater, or bowl of soup ever could. When the world was at its darkest it was this love ... and turned the eye on. I smiled as I put the hearty portions of mushrooms, potatoes, carrots, green beans, and celery into the pot and stirred them slowly. The bubbling broth and rising steam brought back so many loving moments from my childhood. I remembered my Mom calling hot soup one of life s great comforts. I remembered my sweet Italian Nana saying that it nourished the soul. I sat down at the table with this steaming bowl of goodness ...
162. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Enjoy The Ride. [Messages]
... Enjoy The Ride When I was a boy I used to love to go bike riding. There was a Summer 4-H camp full of paved roadways across the road from my home. During the Spring and Fall this camp was mainly empty and the roadways were clear for me and my bike. I would ride my old, banana-seat, foot-brake bicycle for hours. The camp grounds had a lot of steep hills that were tough to get up. Often I would have to ... face, joy filling up your heart, and love radiating from your soul. You find yourself laughing more, smiling more, and singing more. You find yourself sharing more, giving more, and helping more. You find yourself loving others, spreading joy, and living the way that God meant for you to live. You find yourself realizing that God is love, that life is joy, and that we are all God s children. If you choose then ...
163. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Spare Thoughts. [Messages]
... Spare Thoughts Anger is a condition in which the tongue, works faster than the mind. You can't change the past, but you can ruin the present by worrying over the future. Love.... and you shall be loved. All people smile in the same language. A hug is a great gift, one size fits all. It can be given for any occasion and it's easy to exchange. Everyone needs to be loved, especially when they do ... deserve it. The real measure of a man's wealth is what he has invested in eternity. Laughter is liquid sunshine. Everything has beauty but not everyone sees it. It's important for parents to live the same things they teach. If you fill your heart with regrets of yesterday and the worries of tomorrow, you have no today to be thankful for. Happy memories never wear out. Relive them as often as you want. Home is the place where we grumble the ...
... To Be Alive-From Cuts to Love If you are thinking about ending your life, please take a moment to read this. It's been almost a year for me now, and I thank God for every minute of my life. Alone and scared, it seemed to be my only escape from the pain, but fortunately, I had the courage to make the most important phone call I have ever made, I dialed the number to my college counselor, and ... God had other plans for me From His deep love I turned away Cuts and blood only I could see. I shouldn't have wished life to cease That night so close to Christmas Eve With phone in hand and wrapped in fleece A loving voice," Please do not leave" I shouldn't see the warm sun rise Or feel wind brush past my face God saved my life and dried my eyes Past lines upon my arms I trace. I shouldn't be alive today But God ...
... A Baby's Unconditional Love This is a first-person account from a mother about her family as they ate dinner on Christmas Day in a small restaurant many miles from their home. Nancy, the mother, relates: We were the only family with children in the restaurant. I sat Erik in a high chair and noticed everyone was quietly eating and talking. Suddenly, Erik squealed with glee and said," Hi there" He pounded his fat baby hands on the high-chair tray ... The man's eyes closed, and I saw tears hover beneath his lashes. His aged hands full of grime, pain and hard labor-gently, so gently cradled my baby's bottom and stroked his back. No two beings have ever loved so deeply for so short a time. I stood awestruck. The old man rocked and cradled Erik in his arms for a moment, and then his eyes opened and set squarely on mine. He said in a firm commanding voice, ...
166. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- In Her I See God's Love. [Messages]
... In Her I See God's Love" Her children arise up, and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praiseth her" Proverbs_31: 28 A number of years ago, on a beautiful warm spring day, my wife was in the kitchen putting the finishing touches on supper. Her day had been long and tiring. Our daughter burst into the hot, percolating kitchen. It wasn't her first burst! She had repeatedly slipped into the kitchen just to be ... " Go back and draw your picture in the right pro-portions" No, for a crucial moment, a moment that may not be consciously remembered but will forever will be etched our little girl s heart, she was loved and received attention from the most important person in her life! God is that way. He doesn't push us aside because he has more important things to do. He doesn't make us have to be impressive in our speech so we can ...
167. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Genie In The Lamp. [Messages]
... realized, however, that I didn t need a genie in a lamp because I already had an angel in my mind. That angel had always been there trying to get my attention and show me the truth about life and love, but for a long time I was too busy wishing for a genie to hear him. I was waiting to get all of that stuff so that I could finally be happy. One glorious day, though, I finally heard what ... a lamp to bring us joy. We don t need three magic wishes to bring us happiness. All we need to do is listen to the angel in our minds. That angel is telling us everyday just how much God loves us and wants us to be happy. That angel is telling us everyday that we can choose love, joy, and oneness with God as well. That angel is telling us everyday that we are here to do God s will ...
168. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Open Letter from God [Messages]
... to Me. The true purpose of religion is so that YOU can become more aware of ME, not the other way around. Believe Me, I know you already. I know what's in each of your hearts, and I love you anyway with no strings attached. So, lighten up and enjoy Me. That's what religion's best for. What you seem to forget is how mysterious I am. You look at the petty differences in your scriptures and you say, ... Special Children you feel closest to-Jesus, Mary, Buddha, Krishna, Mohammed or any of the others? You can call Me and My Special Ones any names you choose, if only you will go about My business of loving one another as I love you. How can you keep neglecting something so simple? No, I am not telling you to abandon your religions. Enjoy your religions, honor them, learn from them, just as you should enjoy, ...
169. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Packing. [Messages]
... for this next great adventure in her life. It was just packed in her heart, soul, and mind. It is what we pack on the inside not the outside that really determines how well we live. If we pack love in our hearts then our days become filled with happiness. If we pack wisdom in our minds then our lives become full of goodness. If we pack joy in our souls then we make the whole world better. The nice thing about ... you meet. Then you can face everything that life throws at you and use it all to become better and to help others as well. Then you really can" take it with you" because what we learned and how we loved are the only things that will go with us into the greater life after this. I hope that you pack well then for all the adventures to come in this life and in the next. I hope that you fill yourself full to ...
170. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Warm Hearts. [Messages]
... was warm. My heart was warm with the beauty of the evening sunset over the far mountains. My heart was warm with the delight of watching my dogs jumping joyfully in the snow. My heart was warm with the peace and love of God that I felt within me and all around me while I walked over this sparkling field of white. I was thinking too that if God can keep our hearts warm in the middle of a cold Winter s day then God ... out in it for fear that it will turn our own souls to ice. God s love, however, is always there waiting to keep us warm and waiting to help us warm the world around us as well. God loves us so much. He gives us so much peace, love, joy, beauty, and delight to warm our hearts, souls, and minds. He gives us so many opportunities to choose and share this glorious warmth everyday of our ...
171. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Every Little Thing. [Messages]
... head scratched. Today as I moved from task to task I paused to talk to God, to thank Him for my life, to tell Him again how much I loved Him, and to ask Him to fill me with His love always. Today I did my best to live well and to love deeply. You see, I learned a while ago that God isn t waiting for us to do something big in our lives. God instead is watching every little ... for their morning walk I made sure to give each of them a pet on the head first. Today before breakfast was over I made sure that I gave each of my children a hug and told each one of them that I loved them. Today instead of rushing into the grocery store I pulled the door open wide and held it so an elderly lad with a walker could go before me. Today before I pulled out on the road I motioned another driver on a ...
172. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Walking Home. [Messages]
... I never shared her fear, however, no matter how much those cars would sway as the trains went by. In my child s mind the trains and tracks where a source of endless adventure and home was a place of love, joy, and safety that I could always return to. In fact, I would often spend part of my summer mornings walking down the railroad tracks and back home again. It was a challenge to see how long I could walk ... . As long as I kept my eyes on that old home of ours I never fell off. I would walk for hundreds of yards with thoughts of my Mom s tender smile, my Grandma s big hugs, a loving greeting from my dog, Duke and a loaf of warm, Italian bread for dinner running through my mind. They always kept my heart and feet going right where they needed to go. Life here on Earth can also be as tricky ...
... don't you grow up ?" My Heavenly Father says," Grow in grace and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ" When my earthly father says," I hate you" My Heavenly Father says," I love you so much. I gave my Son for you" When my earthly father says," I don't have time for you. I'm in a hurry" My Heavenly Father says," Time means nothing to me. I have all ... time you need" When my earthly father says," I am not going to hold you. You need to do something by yourself" My Heavenly Father says," I will wrap my loving arms around you" When my earthly father says," Why don't you pick up your feet ?" My Heavenly Father says," I will walk with you and help you up when you fall" When my earthly father says," I don't love you anymore" My ...
174. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Many Wonderful Choices. [Messages]
... Life is rather the many wonderful choices that you make all through the day and all through your life. It is these many wonderful choices that bring you the joy you seek. It is these many loving choices that bring you the love you need. It is these many Heavenly choices that bring you the oneness with God you desire. It is these many choices that allow you to smile and forgive instead of stewing in your anger when someone hurts you. It is these ... isn't what happens to you. Life is rather the many wonderful choices that you make all through the day and all through your life. It is these many wonderful choices that bring you the joy you seek. It is these many loving choices that bring you the love you need. It is these many Heavenly choices that bring you the oneness with God you desire. It is these many choices that allow you to smile and forgive instead of stewing in your anger when someone ...
175. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Circles Of Kindness. [Messages]
... circles of kindness. They begin with a single act of kindness, one loving gift, or one helping hand. Then they travel from heart to heart, soul to soul, and life to life. They are passed on with love and accepted with happiness until they circle the globe and find their way back to the one who started them. It is joy to start them, to be a part of them, and to complete them as well. They remind you ... kind people in the world and it felt even better now being able to complete the circle of kindness that once touched our lives. This world is full of circles of kindness. They begin with a single act of kindness, one loving gift, or one helping hand. Then they travel from heart to heart, soul to soul, and life to life. They are passed on with love and accepted with happiness until they circle the globe and find their way back to ...
176. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Laugh Lines. [Messages]
... her arms asking her grandmother what she thought about a brand new face cream that was supposed to diminish wrinkles and laugh lines. The grandmother just laughed and said," Sweetie, I am 80 years old. I have learned to love all my laugh lines. After all, I earned every one of them" Then just to prove her point she laughed again and tickled her great granddaughter. The little girl s and the old woman s laughter blended together with ... I remembered too all the beautiful faces I had seen over the years. The most radiant ones of all always seemed to have the most laugh lines as well as the fewest frown creases. They shined with joyous smiles and sparkling, loving eyes. Their beauty was ageless and eternal. It didn t matter if they were 48, or 80 years old. They still glowed as true Children of God. I think then that I will follow that wise grandma s ...
... children even now that they are as big as I am. It is those hugs that I hope to share with my future grandchildren too. It is those hugs with their armfuls of joy that can help us all to share our love for each other. It is those hugs that I hope to share one day with my Heavenly Father as well." God is love" and I can think of no more loving way to greet Him when I finally make it" ... ". In fact, I think His loving arms await us all. We need only to open our hearts and our arms to Him as well. Join in God s family tradition then. Fill your house with warm hugs, gentle love, and joyous oneness with him. It is, after all, what s waiting for you at" Home".~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com ...
... those wonderful times once again. Her home was an eight hour drive from ours over mountainous roads so we could only visit during the Summer. When we arrived, though, we were always greeted with hugs, tears, laughter and love. The highlight of our visits was always the early Thanksgiving dinner that we shared. The dining room table would groan under the platters of turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, yams, rolls, stuffing, pumpkin pies, and ice cream ... and into my open bedroom window while Mom, Dad, Uncle Rich, and Aunt Charlotte talked long into the night. A peaceful feeling would fill my spirit as the sounds of joy and thankfulness floated up from below to be my loving lullaby. Those beautiful childhood memories have stayed with me to this day. They were by far the greatest gifts my Aunt Charlotte could have ever given me. They helped shape my soul and opened my heart to the love of God that ...
179. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Where The Light Is. [Messages]
... were willing to look within they would find a light far brighter and more illuminating than any on the outside. They would find the glorious glow of their own souls that have been patiently waiting for their arrival. They would find the love of God that lights up the world and the light of their own love as well. They would find a beautiful fire that would warm their hearts and that they could give to everyone everywhere. Don t be afraid to look on ... as that sounds it is the way a lot of people think. They want to know the purpose of their lives. They want to figure out the secret to their own happiness. They want to find the key to living a loving and joyous life. Yet, they look everywhere except inside of themselves. Perhaps they think it is too dark and frightening to look within for these answers. They keep looking on the outside instead because they think the light is better there ...
... as if it were your last, but to live it like it was the first day. A day so full of surprise and opportunity that the mere thought of having another day, makes you jump out of bed excited. I love the" stop and smell the roses" people. I love to read about people who saw a need and decided to fill it. I rejoice in the stories I read about people who stopped running the rat race and did what they ... to do. I remind you to always kiss them goodnight, tell them" I love you !," say" thanks" and mean it and smile, really smile a lot. So, what happened to me that brought all of this on? Scott Hagler. His mother wrote a review of my book" I wish you enough" She mentioned that her son had died in January and how much the book helped her. He was a young man leaving behind a wife ...
... to call our mothers, and we mean to read the Word and pray. Before we know it our day is spent and we're just too tired; we'll do it tomorrow. Mother Teresa said," There is more hunger for love and appreciation in this world than for bread." In our fast-paced, materialistic world, hearts are crying out to be loved. Love isn't necessarily measured by the 'things ' we can give-love is measured by the time and attention ... invest in one another. <>< .Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy strength, and with all thy mind; and thy neighbor as thyself. Luke 10: 27 [Olga Stojicevie-from Tidings @GAgirl.com] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... his mind. It left him with a life of frustration, mood swings, compulsive behavior, and mental pain. Each day now is a struggle for him and although I try to make his life easier and give him as much love and joy as I can, in the end the autism is always there keeping him from being the person he could have been. One thing, however, that brings me joy is that everyday I can see his gentle spirit break through ... autistic walls around him. Sometimes it is in a laugh, sometimes it is in a smile, sometimes it is in a hug, but it always lets me know that a loving soul still lives within him. One day in the life after this one I hope to get to talk to that sweet spirit and thank him for all the love he gave me and all that he taught me about patience, compassion, and life. I am going to try and look ...
183. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sail On. [Messages]
... " That quote made me think not only of my friend but also of all the other people over the years who have blessed my life s voyage with their light and gladness. There was my Mom and my Grandma whose shining love guided me over the rough waters of childhood and all the storms that went with it. There was my Aunt and my Dad who kept me sailing on through the heartbreak after my Mom and Grandma died and back towards a joyous horizon once ... love and joy in your own lives. May all of you always bless those around you with trails of light and gladness as well. But most of all may all of you always keep your ships guided by God s, loving light and never forget the true place that you are sailing towards.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
184. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just Another Day. [Messages]
... fits into mine as she pulls me to the kitchen to show me the card she has made. A stick figure with curly brown hair waves from the paper and beneath it, written in purple crayon are the words," I love you, Mommy" It's just another day as I stand quietly and watch a handicapped child. He struggles to get his special walker over the curb, but it won't budge. A well-meaning teacher offers assistance, but he brushes her away ... it bad enough. It's just another day. My beloved wraps his arms around me and surrounds me in love. I turn to look in the eyes that share my innermost feelings. What a special friend I have. Someone who loves me for who I am. Someone to lean on when I feel down. Someone to share my happiness. Someone to love. Yes, it is just another day. A day to enjoy God's gracious beauty upon this Earth. A ...
... every Winter. Turn the TV off in the afternoon and go play with your dogs instead. Don t rush through those Sunday family dinners. Savor every bite of food and joy in them. Tell your Mom and Grandma you love them everyday and hug them every chance you can.. Don t complain about chopping wood with your Dad. Enjoy every moment you have with him. And don t argue so much with your brothers. Life is too short ... will be as big as you are. Quit wishing you were rich in money. Yet. rejoice at being rich in heart. Realize that happiness is simple. It is we who are complicated. Know in your heart that God loves you just as you are. Know in your heart that you can love too. Then go out and share your love with the world. When you do you will have the joy you have always longed for. How I wish I ...
186. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- You Are Blessed. [Messages]
... the world. If you have never had to endure the hardship and agony of battle, imprisonment, or torture, you are blessed in indescribable measure. If you have a voice to sing His praises, a voice to witness God's love, and a voice to share the gospel, you are blessed. About 1 / 3 of the world does not even know who the one true God is. If you can hold someone's hand, hug another person, touch someone on ... one. If you wake up each morning with more health than illness, you are blessed to rise and shine, to live and to serve in a new day. If you have anyone on the planet, just one person that loves you and listens to you; count this a blessing. If you can freely attend a church meeting without fear, then you are more blessed than over 1 / 3 of the world. If you have a yearning in your heart to ...
187. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Adventures. [Messages]
... more stories, and more jokes than you could keep track of. There would be more hugs, more tears, and also more smiles as well. It was always such a beautiful adventure in living. You could always feel the love and joy flowing from heart to heart and from soul to soul. I wish the world had more adventures of this type. We all need more adventures that excite our hearts and nourish our souls. We all need more adventures in becoming ... people that God meant for us to become. We all need more adventures in loving, laughing, giving, and caring. We all need to share more smiles together, more hugs together, and more tears together. We all need more family dinners. We all need more simple evenings filled with talk and togetherness. We all need to spend more time remembering how we are all one family put here by God to love each other and to share joy with each other ...
188. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Let It Flow. [Messages]
... Let It Flow I used to love to play in the woods near my home when I was a boy. I especially enjoyed sitting by a certain crystal clear mountain stream that flowed musically down the side of a hill. Green moss covered the rocks and made a comfortable seat on either side of it and when I would bend down I could see my own smiling face reflected back at me. I used to love taking a sip of its pure, sweet water. ... grow better and stronger each day of our lives here. And sometimes it is good to just spend some time sitting quietly by the stream with God and let His peace fill us once again. May you always let God s loving water flow through your life then. May you drink deep, live well, and pass the cup on to all you can.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com) ...
189. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Dad And The Snake. [Messages]
... a second, grabbing the snake by the back of the head, and pulling it away from my terrified Mom. Later with the snake safely gone the whole family laughed with relief while my Dad wrapped his arms around my Mom in love. The story of that day became a part of our family lore and was retold many times over the years. Each time it brought smiles to our faces, laughter to our lips, and joy to our hearts. As I think ... on it today I can still see the wonderful example of my Dad s love in action. He didn t think of himself for a second. Someone he loved was in danger and he risked his life to save her. It is how he has lived his whole life here, with the unselfish love that God wishes for us all. May the same be said for you, me, and everyone in this world.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You ...
190. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 15 Minutes. [Messages]
... it out. The difference is about 15 minutes. Think about it. Just how long does it take to really live the way that God always meant for you to live? How long does it take to say," I love you God. Thank you for my life "? How long does it take to say a little prayer for someone you care about? How long does it take to tell a friend," You are looking good today "? How long does ... cat s chin or pet your dog s head? How long does it take to share a warm smile and a heartfelt" thank you" with a cashier in a store? How long does it take to compliment a loved one, to share a laugh with a friend, and to think a joyous, optimistic thought? You can do all of these things and even more in just 15 minutes a day. Is 15 minutes a day too long to turn ...
191. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Days Of Light. [Messages]
... Days Of Light I love this time of year. The long days are always so full of light. It starts in the morning when the sun rises quietly over the far hill and knocks gently on my window to wake me up. It continues as I walk my dogs outside and watch the pink and purple clouds slowly turn to gold. The light continues all day long too, kissing the growing plants and brightening up the hearts of playing children and happy adults alike ... inspiring book. It travels from soul to soul on the laughter, prayers, gentle words, and caring hearts of friends, family, neighbors, and even strangers. It sails on the winds of good deeds, encouragement, and loving kindness. It sings in our music, shines in our thoughts, and brightens every part of our lives. It connects us with Heaven. May all of your days be full of light then. May the sun shine down on you ...
192. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 5 Seconds. [Messages]
... my time here. When it comes to exercising my soul, however, I know that a daily morning workout just isn t enough. Our souls are ageless and eternal. They can fill us daily with energy, vitality, love, joy, and light, but to keep them in shape we need to exercise them often. Don t worry, though. Exercising your soul doesn t require heavy weights, expensive machines, or gym club memberships. It ... , pray for someone, wave at a neighbor, laugh at a good joke, tell someone you love them, tickle a child, smell a baby s hair, put some money in a Salvation Army kettle, touch a loved one, look them in the eye, and listen to them. Most of all you can take those 5 seconds to say," I love you God and I thank you for my life here" Have fun exercising your soul then ...
193. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Great Day. [Messages]
... face was sore because I had spent almost the whole day laughing, smiling, and singing. This made me laugh and smile through the achiness and thank God even more. I plan on having many more great days too full of love and oneness with God. Not only is it good for the soul, it s also a great way to get your face in shape. We all should strive to make everyday a" great" day. God loves us and ... us to live and to love each day of our lives. We are meant to choose love and we are meant to share love, great day after great day. We should not rest on our past either, but live fully today. After all, one of the greatest joys in life lies not in cherishing happy memories but rather in creating new ones. The wonderful speaker and author Mark Victor Hansen says that" We can live in a state of joy, bliss ...
194. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Real Heros. [Messages]
... a while but thankfully I finally did learn this lesson. I now know that real heros aren t the athletes or celebrities you see on television. They are the people who live everyday with courage, strength, faith, and love. My three children are all heros. My two boys deal with the challenges of Autism everyday but still make this world a happier place for others with their sweet laughter and gentle love. My oldest son is only the water boy for ... t the only real heros I know either. I have seen heros in all walks of life. The single parent raising 4 little children on her own is a hero. The terminal patient spending the last years of her life loving, helping, and bringing joy to others is a hero. The volunteers who spend weekends and vacations helping the poor, sick, and needy are heros. Every loving soul who makes this world a better place is a hero to God ...
195. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Whats Cooking. [Messages]
... that made those Summer trips south to their house so wonderful wasn t just what they cooked in the kitchen but what they cooked in their hearts and home as well. Their lives together were a feast of friendship, laughter, love, and joy. They always had a dessert tray full of goodness, kindness, and faith as well. And anytime life would throw something nasty in their soup pot they would just ladle it out with a little love and a lot ... What s Cooking I always loved Sunday dinners at my Aunt and Uncle s house as a boy. They were so good that they were even worth the eight hour trip over mountainous roads it took to get there. I could smell that food cooking all day long and by dinnertime it was all I could do not to chew on the silverware as I helped set the table. Soon our plates were filled with mashed potatoes and gravy, roast turkey, hot ...
196. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Life At The Pool. [Messages]
... Life At The Pool I used to love to swim as a boy. My home was just a short walk away from the local pool and I used to spend most of my Summer days there. I would head out early with just my trunks and a towel. I always got there before it opened and then stayed until closing time. It was four hours of pure joy. I loved to dive in that cool, clean water. I would swim, splash ... play games with my friends, talk, laugh, and only dry off during the breaks. I always walked home in the evenings with a smile on my face too. As a boy I thought Summertime at the pool was about as good as life could get. There were some people who came to the pool that I never could understand, however. They would show up everyday carrying around and watching over these huge, heavy bags full of stuff. They would be ...
197. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Looks Can Be Deceiving. [Messages]
... touch of God on my face, in my heart, and through my soul. I knew then that life s greatest joys can t be seen with the eyes at all. Looks truly can be deceiving. Joy, love, energy, and vitality don t end when your body gets old, but can continue until your last breath and beyond. Fame, fortune, and material things may look nice on the surface, but they don t bring ... that I got the greatest proof of all. The sun broke through the clouds, shone through my window, and gently warmed my face. Bathed in that golden light I felt not only the heat of the sun but also the loving touch of God on my face, in my heart, and through my soul. I knew then that life s greatest joys can t be seen with the eyes at all. Looks truly can be deceiving. Joy, love ...
198. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Laying Awake At Night. [Messages]
... loved. I knew that my family was going to be alright and that we were rich in everything that mattered. I said" Thank You" to God for making my Daddy well and then fell blissfully asleep, wrapped in the love that binds us all together. It is that love which is the real wealth of this world. May your life always be rich in it.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH ... my Grandma s, and finally my Dad s happy laughter filled my ears. I noticed too that for the first time in weeks my Dad wasn t coughing. At that moment I felt safe, happy, and loved. I knew that my family was going to be alright and that we were rich in everything that mattered. I said" Thank You" to God for making my Daddy well and then fell blissfully asleep, wrapped in the love that ...
199. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- . [Messages]
... giving your warmth and kindness to a hurting heart. Life is also caring for your family, serving your community, and making the world a better place. Life is also spreading your joy, shining your light, and sharing your love. Life is also learning what God wants you to learn, doing what God wants you to do, and becoming who God wants you to be. Life is all of these things and even more. Life is living every moment you ... swimming in the ocean, and walking in the woods. Life is also singing a joyous song, reading a good book, and enjoying a delicious meal. Life is also laughing through your pain, learning from your problems, and loving through all the difficulties you may face. Life is also giving your children a big hug, sharing a warm smile with a stranger, and saying a kind compliment to a friend. Life is also helping a person in need, holding ...
200. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Aunt. [Messages]
... She is always doing good. She makes sure her friends get to the doctor and to Church. She helps in her community in countless ways. And she does it all with a joyful smile on her face. Her faith and love for God are amazing too. She has lost brothers, sisters, and her husband to death. She has watched her friends, children, and grandchildren deal with health problems. She has faced health difficulties in her own life as well ... to do is remember how my Aunt lives her s. She takes everything that comes her way with faith, humor, and joy. She learns from the problems and tough times she faces and uses them to grow even more loving. She rejoices in all the good times she receives and cherishes each moment with her friends, family, and community. She also uses her goodness, kindness, and giving heart to make the world around her a better place. Most ...
201. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Great Happiness. [Messages]
... satisfying lump of warmth in my chest. And that day I re-learned something important about life: life is primarily about people-not plans and schedules, not to-do lists and a million tasks left undone-it's about people. To love and to know that we are loved is the greatest happiness of existence. And happiness seems to be something that is in short supply for too many of us! My friend reminded me that it is never enough just to love; we ... also express it. What good are our affectionate feelings toward others if we don't find ways to let them know? George William Childs put it like this:" Do not keep the alabaster box of your love and friendship sealed up until your friends are dead. Fill their lives with sweetness. Speak approving, cheering words while their ears can hear them and while their hearts can be thrilled and made happier. The kind things you mean to say when they are gone, ...
202. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Guardian Angels. [Messages]
... Guardian Angels I believe in guardian angels. Since I was a boy I have felt watched over, loved, and protected by my unseen friends and I am so thankful to God for them. I have had far too many near misses with hurt and harm over the years for it to be mere luck. I guess my guardian angels are keeping me around for a reason and I will do my best not to make their work too hard in the future. I ... there when he first started to make friends and play with the other children. She helped him through every frustration he faced and comforted him through every bit of sadness he had to endure. She helped him to become the happy and loving soul that he is today. She loved him, cared for him, guided him, encouraged him, and watched over him. She has been his aide, his friend, his second mother, and his guardian angel. Words can ...
203. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Next 40 Years. [Messages]
... get a century and some of us get only a day. One thing I do know, however, is that if I get them: my next 40 years are going to be my best 40 years. I am going to love more, give more, and live more. I am going to sing more, laugh more, and dance more. I am going to smile more, hug more, and listen more. I am going to take in more sunsets ... to Earth before I leave Earth for Heaven. It doesn t matter if you have 60 years, 40 years, 20 years, or 6 months left. You can still make it the best, most glorious, and most loving time of your life. The longest life here is still very short indeed. Do all you can then to live it in laughter, love, happiness, joy, goodness, and oneness with God. Then when you die and get ...
... you want for your life. For your world? For me, what I want cannot be bought or gift wrapped. What I want most can best be summed up in words like" faith" and" hope" and" love" For myself, I want faith. Faith enough to see light in even the bleakest of situations. Faith enough to believe that goodness will prevail in the end. For my loved ones I want hope. Abundant hope. Hope in ... . A hope that helps them believe that better times lay ahead so they can take that next step. For my world I want love. And I believe that the solutions to most of our biggest problems will only be found when we decide that we are indeed one family. The problems of war, health care, crime in city streets, immigration and unemployment take on a different hue when I am talking about my brothers and sisters whom I love dearly. Do you ...
205. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Old Car. [Messages]
... next time the engine would not start at all. But, when I laughed about and accepted all of Goliath s problems it would run for weeks without giving me any trouble at all. I would pat its steering wheel with love and sing along to my old cassette tape as I drove home in joy. God taught me a lot about life with that car. My giant, old, beat-up car showed me that you have to appreciate what God gives you in ... life. You have to rejoice in the good and grow stronger and more loving from the bad. You have to see that worrying and complaining only add to your misery and realize that you can select laughter, love and joy instead. You have to reach a point where you take whatever life gives you and use it to make this world a better, happier, and more loving place. You have to see that even if you start out driving a piece of junk ...
206. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Things Of Value. [Messages]
... call out to me so? Or that rug we bought together? Or the many items that decorated our house given to us by friends and family over the years? The answer, of course, is that these things represented our love as a couple and a family. They also signified all of those people over the years we have loved and who loved us. And each had stories to tell. They told of all we'd been through together and where we were headed ... They spoke in the voices of generations past-parents and grandparents. We could not take the piano, but we could visualize how Bev, as a baby, learned to walk clutching the edge of that piano bench. We smelled the" old" and pleasant scents of grandparents ' homes as we heard the wind-up clock chime or ran our fingers over a mahogany hutch we refinished years ago. We were flooded with memories as we gazed upon items given to us by cherished ...
207. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- New Years Wishes. [Messages]
... of humor as you wrestle with the possibility that a professional wrestler had a chance to become President of the United States. May what you see in the mirror delight you, and what others see in you delight them. May someone love you enough to forgive your faults, be blind to your blemishes, and tell the world about your virtues. May the telemarketers wait to make their sales calls until you finish dinner, and may your check book and your budget balance and ... nurse, your masseuse, your hairdresser or your tennis instructor. May we live as God intended, in a world at peace and the awareness of His love in every sunset, every flower's unfolding petals, every baby's smile, every lover's kiss, and every wonderful, astonishing, miraculous beat of our heart. A Very Happy New Year to All! [Author unknown-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
208. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My New Watch. [Messages]
... My New Watch I finally had to put away my old watch today. It was a gift of love from an Uncle and it had set on my wrist everyday for over 25 years. It had gone through over 50 batteries and half a dozen wrist bands. One of the first digital watches ever made it had served me faithfully and well. Gradually, though, the numbers on it had faded until I could no longer read them clearly. I couldn t ... I have never been one who enjoyed change. I have often had to be dragged into it by those around me. Still, though all the changes in this life I am reassured by the one thing that never changes: God loves us and wants us to be happy. I keep this truth shining bright in my heart and soul everyday. With this truth I am able to accept the fact that life is full of change and to go where ever its changes may ...
209. "Music Of The Heart" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... It reduces our fears. It puts our problems in perspective. Laughter helps our souls to sing. It sets our spirits to soaring. It makes us sound like angels. It helps us to see the world through the eyes of love. I am going to do my best to keep laughing all of my days here. I am going to keep my mind open for all the joys each day may bring. When my days are done I want my laugh lines deep ... to drive a truck in. When my life here is over I want to hear our Heavenly Father say:" Well lived, well laughed, and well loved !" A good friend of mine recently sent me a framed saying. It says:" Laughter is the music of the heart" I hope then that you always fill your heart with music. I hope that your days are full of giggles, grins, chuckles, and belly laughs. I hope that you ...
210. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Gift. [Messages]
... was no tree in the corner or presents under it, or that Christmas dinner had been replaced with hot dogs today. What mattered was that the gift of Christmas lived on inside of me. What mattered was that God s Love and Oneness filled my spirit not just on December 25th but every single day of my life. Don t put the gift of Christmas up on some shelf on December 26th. Unwrap it and carry it in your heart all through the ... Carol of the Bells ", and" God Rest Ye Merry, Gentlemen" filled the air. Even the January snow looked more beautiful with" The Christmas Song" playing in the background. As I sang along I could feel the loving and joyous music heat up my heart and my home. It didn t matter that my home was no longer decorated, that there was no tree in the corner or presents under it, or that Christmas dinner had been replaced with ...
211. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Good Neighbors. [Messages]
... paced world people often move seeking work or better places to live. I myself moved several times over the years before settling in where I am today. I don t see myself moving from here anytime soon, though. I love my home, cherish my community, and enjoy being surrounded by such good neighbors. The truth is I have had a lot of good neighbors over the years. It was my elderly neighbor who became my Godfather when I was just a ... new neighbors I get will be nice ones too. The ones who recently moved in next door have already brightened our days with their warmth, kindness, and joy. They reminded me again that good neighbors make good neighbors and that loving hearts make happy neighborhoods. One of the two greatest commandments God gave us was that we should:" Love our neighbor as ourselves" Perhaps one day everyone will follow it and we will turn this whole world into God s neighborhood ...
212. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Happy Spring. [Messages]
... step as well. I hope that the new life bursting forth in nature awakens you to the endless life in your own soul. I hope that all the new growth and new beginnings around you help you to choose new growth in love and new beginnings in joy in your own life. I hope that all this wondrous glory of creation reminds you of the loving hand of God that created it. Have a happy Spring. [by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool ... heard a hundred different birds greeting the sunrise with a chorus of delight. Later as I sat on my porch swing I saw my first butterfly of the year circling down in the wind until it touched my hand and passed on its loving greeting. Then as I walked with my sons around the local lake this evening we saw dozens of yellow and purple flowers sticking their heads through the ground to soak up the warm sunshine. These were complimented by the red, green, ...
213. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Happily Ever After. [Messages]
... brief moments of happiness be replaced by lasting days of joy. Only then will a problem free tomorrow be replaced by a well-lived today.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... is no perfect" happily ever after" waiting over the next horizon. Happiness isn t some reward we finally get either. It is rather a choice we make day by day and moment by moment. Happiness is created by loving each other through all the challenges, growth, problems, and pain. Happiness comes from giving of yourself, helping others, and loving God. It comes from being the person your Heavenly Father meant for you to be. That is ...
214. "My Moms Treasures" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... shine, and it overflowed in everything she did. She lived a good life. Even though we were poor in the eyes of the world, I always felt wealthy when I was around her. She gave me the riches of love, hugs, and happiness and I know that she is now enjoying God s treasures in Paradise. The American dream has always been that we could do better than our parents did. We could get a better education, a better ... what we did have with others. She had a gentle laugh. I remember as a boy sitting on the porch listening to my parents talk and hoping to hear the sweet sound of my Mom s laughter. She had a loving soul. It make her eyes sparkle, her smile shine, and it overflowed in everything she did. She lived a good life. Even though we were poor in the eyes of the world, I always felt wealthy when I was ...
215. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- It Is Then You Hear The Hush -- ( death and grieving ). [Messages]
... has to happen. People have to get back to their lives. It isn t expected of anyone to stop living because a friend has died. As the saying goes," Life must go on" We have all lost loved ones. It is a painful, but inevitable part of life. I remember years ago when my husband and I lost a dear one. He was like a son-our only child. He had lived with us since he was ... your spouse" But the sentiments are empty. No one knows just how you feel. For the devastation in you, you don t think will ever heal. It is then you look around you, and you see your loved-one s things. Oh what pain wells up within you! How your soul with anguish wrings! When your eyes fall on his sweater hanging limp behind the door, It is then the cruel truth hits you: He won t ...
... were sick. Edith had the flu and Phyllis Cross had to go in and give her a shot. When she walked in, Edith had a big smile on her face and said," Phyllis, God loves you and I love you, and I have been praying for you" Phyllis Cross said," Well, you can quit praying for me, it won't work. I'm not interested" Edith said," Well, I will pray and I have asked ... to attend to Edith were sick. Edith had the flu and Phyllis Cross had to go in and give her a shot. When she walked in, Edith had a big smile on her face and said," Phyllis, God loves you and I love you, and I have been praying for you" Phyllis Cross said," Well, you can quit praying for me, it won't work. I'm not interested" Edith said," Well, I will pray ...
217. "A Morning Gift" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... difficulties, and pains with hope, determination, optimism, and joy. I know that whatever I must face and whatever I must do that this glorious gift will carry me through. This gift is Grace. It is the unconditional love of God. It is the unmerited help of our Heavenly Father in all we do. Grace is waiting for us each and every morning of our lives. It is waiting to make a home in our hearts and minds. It is ... gift and hold it in my arms. I give thanks for it and bring it with me wherever I go all through the day. This gift makes my life so much better. I meet people with a smiling face and a loving heart. I laugh easily, sing often, and feel my spirit dancing even when my feet don t. I face life s struggles, challenges, difficulties, and pains with hope, determination, optimism, and joy. ...
218. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Professor Of Life. [Messages]
... . Here are just a few of the things that he taught me. He taught me that work isn t about getting a paycheck at the end of each week, it is about loving what you do and doing what you love. He taught me not to take life so seriously and that laughter is good when facing life s difficulties. He showed me that life is best when lived with zest and vitality and that what you put into life is what you ... , and he made us think as well. Here are just a few of the things that he taught me. He taught me that work isn t about getting a paycheck at the end of each week, it is about loving what you do and doing what you love. He taught me not to take life so seriously and that laughter is good when facing life s difficulties. He showed me that life is best when lived with zest and vitality and that ...
... that had plagued me in my life melted away from my heart. All that was left was that moment of perfect peace. All that was left was a feeling of oneness with God carried straight into my soul on the wings of love and joy. I sat there with tears in my eyes, thanking God for my baby boy and for this wondrous feeling of peace. That special moment started a change in me. Material things soon lost their importance. What I wanted ... delivery. Wanting to let her rest, I picked my boy up and slowly walked into the living room. Taking a bottle with me I sat down in our rocking chair and fed him while I gently rocked us both. His loving, innocent eyes gazed up at me and I smiled down at him. After feeding him and burping him I watched him fall asleep on my shoulder. I continued to rock and looked out the window at the starry, night sky. ...
220. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sweet Sarah. [Messages]
... us from any meaningful privacy. God delivered. I was pregnant before we returned from the honeymoon, according to the home pregnancy test I took a couple of weeks later. We were elated. It felt like an affirmation of our love for one another, the rightness of our union, and a dream come true. I was sick as a dog for the first two months of the pregnancy, throwing up every day, often several times a day, and losing almost ... six, was conceived a couple of months later. If I had known at the time that God had such an incredible gift in store for us, I would have accepted the miscarriage with greater ease when it happened. Every mother loves her daughter. Every mother will tell you that her daughter is one of the finest human beings ever to be born. But really, Sarah is. The daycare staff labeled her" easy money" because she was always such a joy ...
221. "The Light To Come" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... wasn t looking forward to the 3 long months of Winter that lay ahead. To fight off these Winter blues I decided to do all I could to nurture my own inner light. I prayed often and asked God s love to fill my heart and soul. I sang along to the Christmas carols playing on my record player. I read uplifting books. I laughed with my children and played with my dogs. I walked outside during the short, sunny hours ... with the world. And remember too that the greatest light to come won t be on the first day of Spring or the first day of Summer. It will be when we enter into the glorious light of Heaven and the loving arms of God.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission ...
222. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Thank You Dad. [Messages]
... you know over the years. Thanks for being such a great dad to all your sons and such a loving grandfather to all of your grandchildren. Thanks so much Dad for being there through laughter and tears, triumph and tragedy, love and loss, happiness and heartbreak. I am so happy that you were my Dad. You taught me how to always be there for my own children. You showed me how to be a good man. You helped me to find ... . Thanks for always being there to talk to when I had problems and pain. You helped me through a lot more than you know over the years. Thanks for being such a great dad to all your sons and such a loving grandfather to all of your grandchildren. Thanks so much Dad for being there through laughter and tears, triumph and tragedy, love and loss, happiness and heartbreak. I am so happy that you were my Dad. You taught me how ...
223. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Exercising Your Joy. [Messages]
... by reading words that inspire you to become the person you want to be. It makes your ears sharp by listening to lovely music, singing birds, tinkling wind chimes, and the three greatest words in the world," I love you" It keeps your lips fit by giving thanks to God all day long. It keeps your voice strong by singing beautiful songs. It helps your teeth shine by sharing your smile. It gives your arms a workout with hug after ... optimism and enthusiasm. It keeps your eyes clear by looking at all the wonders of the world around you and by reading words that inspire you to become the person you want to be. It makes your ears sharp by listening to lovely music, singing birds, tinkling wind chimes, and the three greatest words in the world," I love you" It keeps your lips fit by giving thanks to God all day long. It keeps your voice strong by singing beautiful ...
224. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Redirected Traffic. [Messages]
... through. I smiled and thanked God for putting that ice chunk just where it needed to be to keep me from hitting that little dog. As I continued driving home I started thinking of all the times that God in His infinite love must have redirected traffic in my own life. How many times had I been the foolish dog walking into traffic only to have God redirect things so I wouldn t be run over? How many times had God spared me the full ... of my own stupidity? How many times had God given me another chance to find my way back to the right path without being hurt? God loves us all so much. He watches over us, guides us, and protects us more than we know. Let s do our best then to make His job easier. Let s live wisely, love deeply, and choose daily to be His Children. Let s take His hand and joyfully walk with ...
225. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Springtime In My Soul. [Messages]
... front of the stove, he walked up to me, leaned his forehead close to mine, giggled, and smiled. His eyes sparkled with happiness and as I looked deep into them I could see something else: God s love. We hugged each other for a moment and then he bounced down the hallway again. He had in an instant removed all the darkness and barrenness of my Wintertime blues. And in its place he had awakened a little Springtime in my ... world and that we are all one family here. He had showed me one more time that while we may not understand all the difficulties and challenges we face in this life we can still use them all to grow better, more loving, and closer to God. May life s Winter days then never weaken the Springtime in your own soul. And may you forever share its warmth and beauty with the world.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph ...
226. "Cookies" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... , in this world live so many caring souls, so many loving hearts, and so many joyful spirits shining their light for all to see. There is hope for us all then. Our choices are clear and the path of love lies straight before all of us. All we need to do is take it and walk it in joy. All we need to do is grasp the hands of those we meet along the way, stroll together in God s sunshine ... with some of the other handicapped people who worked at the sheltered workshop. I smiled and told him what a great boy he was. Then I realized that God had instantly answered the question in my mind with the sweet voice and loving example of my own son. Is there any hope for us at all? Yes there is! It lies in the beautiful souls of people like my son. It lies in the caring hearts of people like you and me. It ...
... The Wise Man And The Pearl I love the old story of the wise man and the pearl. A traveler with a troubled heart was walking along the beach. He was headed to a small hut where an old hermit was said to live. This hermit had gained a reputation for his wisdom and kindness and had helped many people with their problems over the years. As the traveler approached the hut he saw the wise man gathering oysters from the sea for his dinner ... . The traveler knew that this pearl was worth enough money to pay off his debts and take care of him for the rest of his life. He immediately asked the wise man if he could have it. The wise man smiled lovingly and without a second glance gave him the pearl. The traveler started home thinking of his great fortune and all that he could buy with it, but while the pearl was heavy in his hands his heart was still heavy as well. ...
... as I see again and again every good, kind, and loving thing I do come back to bless me with even greater joy. Don't be afraid to give then. Give your time, your energy, your talents, your love, and your joy. Share all the fantastic blessings God gives to you with those around you. Become as Leo Buscaglia said" the most beautiful, sensitive, wondrous, magical, unique, fantastic person in the world ", so that ... This truth shines through the actions of my youngest son whose smiles, hugs, and laughter light up the world around him in spite of his handicap. This truth glows from the life of my daughter whose kindness, friendship, and loving spirit brightens the lives of those around her. This truth flows out of the behavior of my oldest boy who is a friend to the world and never met anyone he didn't like. This truth radiates from everything I watch my wife do ...
229. "Sparkling Eyes" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... seemed to grow a little brighter. It made me happy thinking that my support, encouragement, and letters over the years might have had some small part in nurturing that light. Any day that you can add to the sparkle of love and joy in other s eyes is a day well lived. Anything that you can do to increase the light that shines in another s soul is worth doing. God put us here to spread His light, to share our ... and took her older pictures of her younger days and placed them side by side with the new photo. There was no doubt about it. The little child I had started sponsoring through Children International several years ago had grown into a lovely, young lady. I went into my bedroom and pulled out my scrapbook full of her letters and drawings. It was incredible seeing her grow up in them too. With each one I saw her becoming better and more beautiful both inside ...
230. "Ready To Fly" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... about how so many of us huddle in our own nests day after day waiting for the time when we will be ready to fly. So many of us look over the edge terrified to make that first leap to live and to love. So many of us spend our hours dreaming of soaring in the clouds while we sit scared on a pile of sticks. We aren t meant to hide in our nests, though. God created us to fly. God created ... a fluffy, wool sweater. I watched in wonder as the little heads tilted back and the ugly beaks stretched wide to receive the food that was dropped into them. I knew too that their mom would continue her work everyday, lovingly feeding her babies until they were grown, beautiful, and ready to fly. Watching those baby birds made me think too about how so many of us huddle in our own nests day after day waiting for the time when we will be ...
231. "Closer To Home" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... . Looking back on that memory makes me wonder what it will be like when I finally return to my true home. Even for the longest life this world is just a temporary residence. It is a place that we learn, love, and grow in but it isn t really home. Our true home lies beyond this world and its love, light, joy, and beauty are beyond my words to describe. Our true home is Heaven, it is where ... I will do my best to enjoy each day of life s journey here. I will do my best to use every moment to get a little closer to home. I will do my best to travel through life with a loving heart, a joyous smile, and a giving spirit. I will do my best to keep God in my soul until the day when my soul returns to God.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book, ...
232. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Changing Colors. [Messages]
... mind. Slowly, choice by choice, moment by moment, and day by day I began to turn the cold, dark, miserable November of my life into a warm, shining, and loving October. God in His endless love never ceases to give us fresh chances to change our colors, change our lives, and change the world. Each day is full of new opportunities to paint our hearts, souls, and minds with the brightness of love. Each day ... needs, and desires. It was an ugly picture indeed. One day, however, I am not sure exactly when, that picture started to change. It started with a single brush stroke, one kind act, and one loving thought. This was followed by another and another. Each one brought a new dab of color and brightness into my heart, soul, and mind. Slowly, choice by choice, moment by moment, and day by day I began ...
233. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Big Box. [Messages]
... full of wonderful things to enjoy and take pleasure in. The most wonderful thing of all, though, is the big box that holds them all: life itself. It is big enough for all the dreams in our minds and love in our hearts. It is big enough to invite others in to play, learn, and grow. It is big enough to become anything you want it to be and anything you choose to make it. Enjoy all of your adventures ... the floor and on the beds. As we turned to the big box we saw two smiling faces looking up at us from within it. We smiled down on them as well. Then we gave our two pajama wearing, box loving, fort dwellers a good tickling before having them help clean up the mess and get back in bed. As I remember those delightful moments from so many years ago one thing still amazes me. That is of all the different toys they ...
234. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Pause For A Moment. [Messages]
... moment of pure joy that I wished would never end. Over the next 21 years I watched my son grow into a wonderful young man. In spite of having to deal with Autism he has still spread more joy, shared more love, and shined more light than I could ever hope to. He has brightened up every room he has ever walked into and he has filled my life with so many happy moments. My only regret is that I let far too many ... lot of pain and sleeping when I heard him wake up during the night. Gently I picked him up and carried him into the living room so my wife could sleep. Rocking him in my arms I told him how much I loved him and how I would always be there for him no matter what. Then I saw his sweet eyes gazing up at me and the smallest of smiles form on his lips. It was a moment of pure joy that I wished would ...
235. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Why So Downcast? [Messages]
... rejoice in what I do not possess because I have something that will carry me in confidence until that moment arrives. What will carry me is the belief that the Father has fully paid my sin debt which gives me the freedom to love and follow where He leads. I don t need to see it or hold it in my hands to believe that it is real. Some say seeing is believing-but for me it s the opposite. Belief comes first ... seeing will come soon enough. I am willing to wait. I have been forgiven. I have been loved. I have chosen to love and forgive in return. My heart yearns for a day, a time, a moment. Yet in that special moment there will no longer be a need for time. I don t have to understand it all to hunger for my first taste of eternity. My life can be lived in no other way than to believe ...
236. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Change The World. [Messages]
... heart. Every single act of kindness that we do plants a little more kindness and happiness in this world. Every single moment of joy that we spread puts new seedlings of joy in the souls around us. Every single bit of love that we give plants another sapling of Heaven here on Earth. We may only think of ourselves as tiny twigs, but in our lifetimes we all can do more good than a forest of Redwoods. Don t be afraid to try ... They were little more than twigs when she brought them home. She was able to hold all four of them in the palm of one hand. Still, with faith in the future I dug the holes in our backyard and with loving care my daughter planted each one of the saplings. When I look out on them now I smile. They are so small and yet so full of life. As they stretch towards the morning sun and slowly grow upward to the sky ...
237. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Christmas Alphabet. [Messages]
... ." And when they had opened their treasurers, they presented unto him gifts: gold, frankincense, and myrrh" Matthew 2: 11 G is for God, who from heaven above Sent down to mankind the Son of His love." For God so loved the world that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish but have everlasting life" John 3: 16 H is for Herod, whose murderous scheme Was told to Joseph ... a nocturnal dream." The angel of the Lord appeareth to Joseph in a dream, saying, Arise and take the young child and his mother and flee into Egypt. for Herod will seek the young child to destroy him" Matthew 2: 13 I is for Immanuel," God with us ," For Christ brought man back to the Father's house." Behold, a virgin shall conceive, and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel" Isaiah 7 ...
... have served their country-at great cost to themselves-for the common good of you, me, and millions of others for the past, present, as well as future generations. Also, lets all take time to show love for one another, as the truckers in this story did, on a daily basis." This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you" John 15: 12 (NKJ)" Greater love has ... one than this, than to lay down one's life for his friends" John 15: 13 (NKJ) [Bill Paxton-from Al Ashman-Ed: Anon] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
239. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Already There. [Messages]
... jobs mopping floors, doing dishes, and carrying lumber. It had been with me as I held each of my newborn children in my arms. It had been with me as I struggled with my sons autism and learned to love them for just who they are. It had been with me when I was sick. It had been with me when I didn t have a cent to my name. It had been with me as I raced towards that stupid ... have and rejoice in the life we have now. Happiness will never be found under some banner far away. It will be found in your own heart, soul, and mind. It will be found when you realize that God loves you just as you are and that you can choose and share love and joy as well. Don t be a determined tortoise or a chaotic hare when it comes to your happiness. Be a playful puppy and carry your stick of ...
240. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- One Glad Dad. [Messages]
... souls come to Earth in disguise. They come hidden in broken bodies and handicapped minds. They come needing our help and care, yet at the same time they show the rest of us how to live. They go around spreading love, sharing joy, and shining God s light. And they help us to realize that we can do the same. Those who know them often become better because of them too. I know that my daughter s kind, ... , and loving heart has grown stronger and more beautiful because of them. She has had to face a lot growing up with two" special" brothers, but she has used it all to become the wonderful, young woman she is today. Her own spirit glows so brightly. She has already become one of those shining souls who makes the world a better place just by being in it. I think that I will remain one glad dad for all of my days ...
241. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Quality Of Mercy. [Messages]
... matter what someone does to you, God directs you to forgive them and not to seek retribution." Do not hate your brother in your heart. Do not seek revenge or bear a grudge against one of your people, but love your neighbor as yourself" (Leviticus 19: 17-18 NIV) This familiar refrain was repeated by Jesus a thousand years later." Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and ... will not forgive your sins" (Matthew 6: 14-15 NIV) O God, Father of all things, we thank you for the infinite mercy you have shown us, your children. May we love one another as you have loved us. Give us strength so that we may forgive our transgressors as you have forgiven us. We ask this in the name of Jesus Christ. Amen [by Charles Edwin Price-from 'Themestream '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved ...
242. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- And God Created Woman [Messages]
... lonely. He could not see Me or touch Me. He could only feel Me. So everything I wanted Adam to share and experience with Me, I fashioned in you: My Holiness, My Strength, My Purity, My Love, My Protection and Support. You are special because you are the extension of Me. Man represents My Image-woman, My Emotions. Together, you represent the Totality of God. So man-treat woman well. Love her ... angel. You are My beautiful little girl. You have grown to be a splendid woman of excellence, and My Eyes fill when I see the virtues in your heart. Your eyes-don't change them. Your lips-how lovely when they part in prayer. Your nose, so perfect in form, your hands so gentle to touch. I've caressed your face in your deepest sleep; I've held your heart close to Mine. Of all that lives and breathes, ...
243. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Pay Attention. [Messages]
... God just how much I loved Him and thanked Him again for my life. Life is so full of beauty, wonder, and delight. Life is so full of kindness, peace, and happiness. Life is so full of love and joy. God has given us a world overflowing with good things for us to rejoice in. It is up to us, however, to pay attention to them. It is up to us to take them into our hearts, ... listened to the birds singing happily in the nearby trees as they greeted the morning. I then stood for awhile paying attention to this wonderful world God has given us. Before I went back inside I told God just how much I loved Him and thanked Him again for my life. Life is so full of beauty, wonder, and delight. Life is so full of kindness, peace, and happiness. Life is so full of love and joy. God has given ...
244. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Blood Drive. [Messages]
... so clear during the blood drive:" It is more blessed to give than to receive" If they did then this world wouldn t be far from paradise. It truly is in helping others that we help ourselves. The love we give and the joy we share circle the world and always find their way back into our hearts. Albert Schweitzer once said," One thing I know: The only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will ... joked and laughed and enjoyed just being together for awhile. We felt the peace that came from doing good, saving lives, and making the world a better place. We felt the oneness that always comes when people join together in loving service to others. Even though I knew I had to leave soon to pick up my kids from school a part of me wanted to stay. It was one of those times when Earth was a bit closer to Heaven. I only ...
245. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Your Own Spring. [Messages]
... It was nowhere near her birthday but that didn t matter. You see, my Aunt has lived over eighty years in this world. She has done her best to make each and every day of them too a celebration of love, kindness, giving, and good cheer. I saw no reason then to limit such a beautiful soul to just one card a year. The card I sent her this time had a beautiful Spring scene on the front of it. ... love and caring in her heart. Spring will be here soon, I know. In life, however, Winter days can come at any time and in any season. If you are going through some right now remember that God loves you. Remember that each day you wake up is another day that you can be reborn in love and joy. Remember that even when you are shoveling snow in the world, you can still be planting flowers in your soul. And ...
246. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Homemade Happiness. [Messages]
... and gave me a pinch of dough to nibble on. Nanny was right. Today I buy my bread at the store and it isn t as good. It is factory made and lacks all the taste, warmth, and love that Nanny put into hers. I think that Nanny knew way back then that the best way to bake bread or to make joy was by cutting out the middle man. I hope that one day all of us realize the same thing ... this world are bland, fleeting, and temporary at best. If you want lasting love, permanent peace, and unending joy then you have to follow God s cookbook and bake them in your own soul. Remember, God loves us and invites us everyday to His table for a feast of goodness and delight. All that He asks is that we roll up our sleeves and help Him a bit with the cooking.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: ...
247. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Mushrooms. [Messages]
... us rather than harmed us. I know that more than once I have been mad at God for having to go through pain, disappointment, and hardship only to later find that these things have brought me to a place of deeper love, joy, caring, and oneness with Him. Don t be afraid of the mushrooms that come your way then. Stir them in, cook them up, and enjoy the feast of life that God has given you. And ... in something they not only take on the flavor of that food, but they enhance it as well. Soon I was enjoying mushrooms in soups, on steaks, in sauces, and even on pizzas. I became a true mushroom lover and have enjoyed this wonderful creation of God ever since. I realized something special too. God often gives us a lot of different" mushrooms" in our lives. Often we have to go through things and experiences that we don ...
248. "Baby Jesus Grows Up" | POEMS - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... 1-3; Jude 20-25; Hebrews 2-4). Are you growing up? Have you changed much in the past years-for the good? Getting more specific, we read that Jesus" became strong. grew in stature" Our love for God is to include our heart soul, mind and strength. Learning carpentry-which included woodwork and masonry-Jesus was a man's man. Forget those pictures of a pasty pansy in your old children's Bible. Our bodies are even ... ones received Him gladly. Sometimes the crowds around Jesus swelled as they hoped for another free lunch and miracle show (John 6). Yet, we also know social outcasts and serious sinners felt at home in His presence. Children loved Him and they are often a great test of character. One of the descriptions of an Elder, spiritual exemplars for the church, is that they would have a good reputation with outsiders (1 Timothy 3: 7). If you ...
249. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Winter is Here. [Messages]
... least I know, that though the winter has come, and I'm not sure how long it will last .This I know, that when it's over .I will enjoy the Spring in the arms of my loving Father .and wait for my loved ones to come when their winter is over too. So, if your not in your winter yet .let me remind you, that it will be here faster than you think. So, whatever you would like to accomplish in your life ... do things. But, at least I know, that though the winter has come, and I'm not sure how long it will last .This I know, that when it's over .I will enjoy the Spring in the arms of my loving Father .and wait for my loved ones to come when their winter is over too. So, if your not in your winter yet .let me remind you, that it will be here faster than you think. So, whatever you would ...
250. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Making the Most of Life. [Messages]
... have lived my life in vain while here. If I can guide some erring one to truth, inspire within his heart a sense of duty; if I can plant within my soul of rosy youth a sense of right, a love of truth and beauty; if I can teach one man that God and heaven are near, I shall not then have lived in vain while here. If from my mind I banish doubt and fear, and keep my life attuned to ... and kindness; if I can scatter light and hope and cheer, and help remove the curse of mental blindness; if I can make more joy, more hope, less pain, I shall not have lived and loved in vain. If by life's roadside I can plant a tree, beneath whose shade some wearied head may rest, though I may never share its beauty, I shall yet be truly blest -though no one knows my name, nor drops a flower upon ...
251. "The Power Of Words" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... make our world better not worse. I learned too that a few loving words can help a hurting heart, strengthen a struggling spirit, and lighten a heavy load. I pray then that all of your words today are full of love, joy, happiness, and light. I pray that everything that comes from your lips flows from your soul.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [ ... swearing in my own life and to start using words that uplift and inspire instead. I slowly realized that language is a gift from God and should be used to make our world better not worse. I learned too that a few loving words can help a hurting heart, strengthen a struggling spirit, and lighten a heavy load. I pray then that all of your words today are full of love, joy, happiness, and light. I pray that everything that comes ...
252. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes Of Marriage. [Messages]
... who continue to be affectionate, considerate, and loving after the wedding bells have ceased ringing. Blessed are the husband and wife who are as polite and courteous to one another as they are to their friends. Blessed are they who love their mates more than any other person in the world, and who joyfully fulfill their marriage vow of a lifetime of fidelity and mutual helpfulness to one another. Blessed are they who attain parenthood, for children are a heritage of the Lord ... Beatitudes Of Marriage Blessed are the husband and wife who continue to be affectionate, considerate, and loving after the wedding bells have ceased ringing. Blessed are the husband and wife who are as polite and courteous to one another as they are to their friends. Blessed are they who love their mates more than any other person in the world, and who joyfully fulfill their marriage vow of a lifetime of fidelity and mutual helpfulness to one another. Blessed are they who attain ...
253. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Shoveling Snow. [Messages]
... felt good walking back to my house after a job well done. It felt even better looking around at this wonderful world of white. But it felt best of all knowing that God and His angels were watching over me with a love that passes all understanding. I don t know why life sometimes gives us Spring days and sometimes dumps a ton of snow on us. I do know, however, that we can pray, laugh, love, and choose joy ... it all. God loves us always. He comforts our souls and warms our hearts on the coldest Winter days. He laughs with us when our snow shovels break and smiles down on us when we make a snow angel. He is with us forever and that is the greatest Christmas present of all.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
254. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-6. [Messages]
... will to make a fort from blankets may not seem important at the time, but that simple act might just carry your child through a tough time in the future. You might not think it significant, but she might remember your love for her and your willingness to follow God's will for the day. About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home ... we can jump right in and join Him. SAHMs often think of seeking God's will as looking for ways to volunteer at church, which is important and should be done if God calls you to join Him there. But, God loves us, and as Jesus told us, And even the very hairs of your head are numbered ' (Matthew 10: 30) If He knows how many hairs are on our head, then He cares enough to show us what ...
255. "I Am Optimistic" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... souls we are God s children. In our lives we are loving beings capable of saving this world for us and our children.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... make the life of someone else a little better and a little brighter. Everywhere I look I see people with smiling faces and kind hearts. Everywhere I look I see people helping people, people caring for our world, and people loving their neighbors as themselves. Everywhere I look I see people living as God meant for us to live. That is why I remain so optimistic about us all. Sometimes we fail, are selfish, and create more problems than we solve ...
256. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Child Within. [Messages]
... to be anyone of them I wish. While I know then that I have to be an adult most of the time, I also know that being a child is a lot more fun. Children are so much closer to their love. Children are so much closer to their laughter. Children are so much closer to their joy. Children are so much closer to their light than we adults are. They seem to know instinctively what most of us have forgotten: that ... loves us and wants us to be happy in our lives here. That is why no matter how old, tired, and wrinkled this body of mine may get, inside of it there will always beat the heart of a child. Our souls may be eternal, but I see no reason why they can t also be forever young. Don t be afraid to live with the joy of a child. Don t be afraid to love with the heart ...
... have no idea either about what designer labels are on their clothes. I do know that I don t want to keep up with them, however. Life is more than just things. Life is joy, laughter, and love. Life is friends and family. Life is caring and sharing. Life is a gift from God and I am not going to waste it shopping for more wrapping paper. I think I will try to keep up with the angels rather ... in the eyes of the world, but in the eyes of Heaven I will be very wealthy indeed. Remember you came into this world with nothing and that is how you will leave it too. Why not spend your days here loving others, sharing joy and growing in oneness with God? Why not spend your time here making this world better for us all? You won t be keeping up with the Jones, but your soul will be flying with the angels ...
... and tomorrow will not bring them back. Wouldn't it be nice if we all knew tomorrow would be here? But this is not to be, so take the time TODAY to give a hug, a smile, an" I love you". JUST FOR TODAY, .smile at a stranger .listen to someone's heart .drop a coin where a child can find it .learn something new, then teach it to someone .tell someone you're thinking of them .hug a loved one .don't hold ... grudge .don't be afraid to say" I'm sorry" .look a child in the eye and tell them how great they are .don't kill that spider in your house, he's just lost so show him the way out .look beyond the face of a person into their heart .make a promise, and keep it .call someone, for no other reason than to just say" hi" .show kindness to an animal .stand up for what you believe in .smell the rain, feel the breeze ...
259. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Leave Your Light On. [Messages]
... delight of watching the fireflies gather in my backyard at night and share their light. I enjoy standing there watching them blink on and off as sun sets, the stars rise, and the air cools in the evening. What I love the most is seeing a lone firefly sharing its light only to be answered by first one and then another and another. Soon dozens are flashing their lights on and off in perfect unison. It is then when my whole backyard becomes a ... their lights shining as well. Don t be afraid to shine your light. Don t be afraid to leave it on even when the world around you seems dark. Shine it brightly. Shine it joyously. Shine it lovingly. Let it glow in oneness with God s light as well. Before you know it you will no longer be a lone firefly in the darkness. Before you know it others all around you will begin to shine their own lights ...
260. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- All Of Our Moments. [Messages]
... put me to sleep like a lullaby. Looking back on those summer evenings from 35 years ago makes me wish that all of our moments here could be so sweet. I wish that all of our moments could be filled with such love, laughter, happiness, and togetherness. I know too that they all can t be that way, but the truth is a lot more of them could be if we made the effort. God loves us and God has given ... of us a wonderful and powerful gift called choice. We use this gift everyday of our lives. We use it moment by moment. Why not use it to create love and happiness? Why not use it to share laughter and togetherness as my family did on those summer evenings long ago? Leo Buscaglia wrote that:" Even for the longest lived of all, time of life is limited. Why not live it in joy ?" That choice is ours to make in ...
... laughter? Are you listening for the shouting voices of anger and hatred in this world that try to fill our ears and hearts with their poison? Or are you listening for the gentle voice of God whispering to you:" I love you My Child. Come work with Me and we will shower the world with love and joy together "? Either way what you listen for is what you will hear. Open your ears, mind, heart, and soul then. Listen ... them for all this world s joys. Listen with them for the loving voice of God within you. Listen with them and delight in the glorious music that is life.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
262. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Afraid To Risk? [Messages]
... is to risk appearing sentimental. To reach out for another is to risk involvement. To expose feelings is to risk revealing your true self. To place you ideas, your dreams, before a crowd is to risk rejection. To love is to risk not being loved in return. To live is to risk dying. To hope is to risk disappointment. To try is to risk failure. But risks must be taken, because the greatest hazard in life is to risk ... . Those who risk nothing, do nothing, have nothing, and become nothing. They may avoid present suffering and sorrow, but they will not learn, feel, change, grow, love, or live. Chained by their fear, they are slaves who have forfeited their freedom. Only a person who risks is free. The pessimist complains about the wind; The optimist expects it to change; And the realist adjusts the sails. Is fear preventing you from taking ...
... press on. Victoriously. No failure is fatal. It's OK to stumble. I will get up. It's OK to fail. I will rise again. Today I will make a difference. I will spend time with those I love. My spouse, my children, my family. A man can own the world but be poor for the lack of love. A man can own nothing and yet be wealthy in relationships. Today I will spend at least five minutes ... the joy of a child and the courage of a giant. I will drink each minute as though it is my last. When tomorrow comes, today will be gone forever. While it is here, I will use it for loving and giving. Today I will make a difference. I will not let past failures haunt me. Even though my life is scarred with mistakes, I refuse to rummage through my trash heap of failures. I will admit them. I ...
264. "The Bell Ringer" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... stood there wondering what this planet of ours would be like if only all of us did the same. May we all follow the shining example of this skinny Santa in blue jeans. May our hearts ring out with God s love. May our strong arms never tire of helping others in need. And may we all do everything we can to make this world a more Heavenly place at Christmastime and always.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's ... His vitality seemed to come from Heaven itself. His efforts may not have helped to feed every hungry child or help every homeless family. Yet, he was working with all of his heart to help those he could. With a loving spirit and swinging arm he was making this world a better place. I stood there wondering what this planet of ours would be like if only all of us did the same. May we all follow the shining example of this skinny Santa ...
265. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Spit It Out. [Messages]
... yourself to keep eating and digesting the fear, anger, and hate that this world so often tries to feed you. Spit it out. Refuse to take another bite. And then like a happy Child of God return laughter, love, and joy for it instead. God loves you and prepares you a meal of kindness, goodness, laughter, smiles, love, joy, and oneness with Him everyday. Why eat something nasty when you can delight in this feast ... share it with the whole world instead?~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
266. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Story Of Two Boys. [Messages]
... smile we share is important. Every kind word we speak is essential. Every loving act we do can encircle this entire world. May we always use this power wisely. May we always give every little boy or girl the same love our Heavenly Father gives us.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used ... Life is Worth Living" in the nineteen fifties. This story reminded me of how much power God gives us to change lives in this world. Every smile we share is important. Every kind word we speak is essential. Every loving act we do can encircle this entire world. May we always use this power wisely. May we always give every little boy or girl the same love our Heavenly Father gives us.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph ...
267. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Shining Moment. [Messages]
... bright in the eyes of the world. I have come to see, however, that Heaven looks at life from a different viewpoint. Heaven sees life through God s eyes and God s eyes are always the eyes of love. When I open a door for someone, share a smile with a stranger, and laugh with my children then I know that I am glowing bright. When I stop to help another, pass on a kind word, and do ... loving act then I know that I am shining in Heaven s sight. I have come to learn too that it is these shining moments that make up our lives here. When we finally meet God face to face we aren t going to be asked how many touchdowns we scored but rather how many lives we touched. May all of your moments here shine with joy. May you glow with Heaven s goodness and light every single day. And may your ...
268. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Holding Pattern. [Messages]
... 2. The pattern has a plan. 3. The pattern has a process. So stop struggling and start listening, praying and trusting. He'll keep you right where you are until you can clearly hear Him say," I love you" Prayer: Father, forgive my unbelief. I know You Love me and will turn anything around to benefit me. You have planned nothing for me but victories and I am ready to receive them regardless of how difficult the path ... holding pattern When you are having problems with your children and you have put them on the altar, but God has not delivered them yet, you are in a holding pattern. When you have been praying for the salvation of a loved one and they have not been saved yet, you are in a holding pattern. When you are in a broken relationship and you have given it over to God, but it has not been restored yet, you are in a holding ...
269. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Jumping In The Leaves. [Messages]
... " to God for all of your happy memories and loving times. And also whenever you get the chance, jump in the leaves!~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... and crunchy piles. It was a magical time full of smiles, laughter, and the simple joys of childhood. After that day too we made many more happy trips to the park to play in the leaves. Happy memories of loving times are a lot like those fallen leaves in November. They nourish the soil of our souls and bring forth new life inside of us whenever we think of them. They give us the strength to keep on creating fresh joy and a ...
270. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Fathers Forgiveness. [Messages]
... me that even when I messed up in the worse way I was still loved. He gave me another chance and let me know that I was forgiven whether I deserved it or not. He shared with me some of the unconditional love and forgiveness that our Father in Heaven has for us all. May we always embrace and share that love and forgiveness as well.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com) ... my imagination John Wayne rode again. I eventually outgrew my cowboy stage, but I never did outgrow my appreciation for my Father s forgiveness. He showed me that even when I messed up in the worse way I was still loved. He gave me another chance and let me know that I was forgiven whether I deserved it or not. He shared with me some of the unconditional love and forgiveness that our Father in Heaven has for us all. May we always ...
271. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Sunbather. [Messages]
... you and He only wants you to do what you can, with what you have, whenever you get a chance. We help God the most too not with some big act of courage but rather with a thousand little acts of love. Remember this then the next time you see a person or a turtle needing a helping hand.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph ... in the heart of one man. Most of us go through our lives wanting to make some big difference in this world. In the eyes of Heaven, however, any kind act no matter how small makes a difference. God loves you and He only wants you to do what you can, with what you have, whenever you get a chance. We help God the most too not with some big act of courage but rather with a thousand little acts of love ...
272. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-8. [Messages]
... basis. Because we are at home, and because we deal with the persecutions & financial struggles, we get to see our children grow and develop before our very eyes. We get to have a dominant hand in raising them to love and serve the Lord. We get to see the first step, hear the first word, dry the tears and hear the giggles. We get to see the kingdom everyday in the eyes of our toddler, or in the smile of ... walk in the park. It's the joy in hearing a little one count to ten for the first time, or a teen finally understanding the physics homework. It is a million little presents given to us daily by a God who loves us. Make no mistake, our persecution, as a SAHM is minute compared to that suffered by the true martyrs of the faith. But we have made a decision to follow God's will for our lives, and we will encounter tough ...
273. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Growing Young. [Messages]
... in a second. No matter how old this body of mine may get my soul remains young. This is true for all of you as well. Whether you are 18, 48, or 80 you can still live with the love and laughter of an 8 year old. When it comes to eternity age is a number and the body is a liar. The only years that matter are the years you spend loving others. Before you get lost looking for the fountain ... youth then, take a look inside of yourself. You may find that your spirit is still young, vital, happy, and wrinkle free. You may see that the ability to give love and share joy knows no age. You may realize that when it comes to eternity our lives are here for only a brief moment in time. God created your soul and God created the body that carries it around. One is temporary, but one is forever. Don ...
274. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Giving Your Life Away. [Messages]
... momentary gifts. They have meaning only when we share them and use them to help others. In fact, the real riches of life come from every act of giving, helping, and sharing we do. These true riches are love, joy, and oneness with God. They are the wealth of the spirit and the treasures of Heaven. The best thing about them too is that they never run out. The more you give them away, the more God pours ... into your heart, soul, and mind. Don t let your life go to waste. Give it away. Give it joyously in service to others. Give it lovingly in service to God. Give your money, your time, your talents, your help, your skills, your energy, and your love. Give without fear knowing that God will always give you back even more. Make yourself rich in the treasures of Heaven and bring a little Heaven to ...
275. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Forgiving Quickly. [Messages]
... Forgiving Quickly Whoever said it first got it right:" Life is too short for drama and petty things, so kiss slowly, laugh insanely, love truly and forgive quickly" What a wise and wonderful way to live but not as easy as it seems. Personally, I'm all for lingering kisses, raucous laughter, and true love. I can't wait. But the idea of forgiving quickly is a tough one. It certainly belongs on the list; it's ... created a climate where it became safe to admit mistakes and where it was expected that those mistakes would be forgiven. I suspect that if we can forgive quickly, we won't have much problem with all of the kissing, laughing and loving. And we'll probably do more of it.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2009-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
276. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Relax And Choose Joy. [Messages]
... to the store and get the groceries. I still do the dishes, feed the pets, and clean the house. I still do my work and pay my bills. Only now I do them happily and in a spirit of love and joy. I don't feel rushed or stressed or worried anymore. I don't feel upset or bad if something doesn't get done. I don't feel like a failure because I haven't been the perfect husband or dad. My little reminder has ... I know now that no matter how busy I may get if I only relax and choose joy and love that things will work out as they should. When the daily details of life start to get to you then remember that God loves you and wants you to be happy. Remember that you need only to" relax and choose joy" to make your busy life beautiful and wonderful again. [Joseph J. Mazzella-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com) ...
... way any more than my husband can resist an old weathered boat. Tom has a gift for recognizing what s precious, then taking what's old and worn out and making it new again. But there is a greater workman who lovingly perfects the people He loves. Will you allow His masterful touch to restore your heart?-Marsha Jordan-[ by Marsha Jordan Copyright 2004, (jordans @newnorth.net)-submitted by: Marsha Jordan] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights ... . And if you don t resist his makeover, you ll become like Him. Then, like the new finish of a renovated wood boat, you will reflect the image of the one who restored you. Though God loves you just as you are, He can't leave you that way any more than my husband can resist an old weathered boat. Tom has a gift for recognizing what s precious, then taking what's old and worn out and making it ...
278. "My First Kiss" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... first time I held each of my newborn babies in my arms. It was waiting for me when I first realized just how much God loves us all. And it filled my heart once more when I saw that I too could love and have happiness no matter what life might bring. Now I do my best to carry that joy in my heart and share it with my life every chance I can. May this joy become a permanent guest in your soul as well ... and again. It was there with me on my wedding day. It was with me the first time I held each of my newborn babies in my arms. It was waiting for me when I first realized just how much God loves us all. And it filled my heart once more when I saw that I too could love and have happiness no matter what life might bring. Now I do my best to carry that joy in my heart and share it with my ...
... ready for anything. James 1: 2-4 You are loved! Even the most unlovable person in the world is actually loved so much by God, that He let His Son die a terrible death to restore their relationship. God does love you! He sees your pain and weeps with you." He has sent Me to comfort the brokenhearted and to announce that captives will be released and prisoners will be freed. He has sent Me to tell those who mourn that the ... when your faith is tested, your endurance has a chance to grow. So let it grow, for when your endurance is fully developed, you will be strong in character and ready for anything. James 1: 2-4 You are loved! Even the most unlovable person in the world is actually loved so much by God, that He let His Son die a terrible death to restore their relationship. God does love you! He sees your pain and weeps with you. ...
280. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Dad, Help! [Messages]
... your problems, struggles, and difficulties. Ask your Heavenly Father to help you to do your work and live your life the best you can. Ask the Dad of us all to help you to do His will and share His love. Life doesn t have to rest on your shoulders alone. Our loving Father is always ready to help you carry your bags. His hand is there to steady you. His smile is there to shine on you. And His ... is there to uplift you. All you have to do is ask.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
281. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Fathers Day. [Messages]
... , and defends. A dad can be one of your very best friends! He's proud of your triumphs, but when things go wrong, A dad can be patient and helpful and strong In all that you do, a dad's love plays a part. There's always a place for him deep in your heart. And each year that passes, you're even more glad, More grateful and proud just to call him your dad! Thank you, Dad. for listening and ... adult she realized the selflessness her father had shown in raising his children as a single parent. It was her father that made all the parental sacrifices and was, in the eyes of his daughter, a courageous, selfless, and loving man. Sonora's father was born in June, so she chose to hold the first Father's Day celebration in Spokane, Washington on the 19th of June, 1910. President Calvin Coolidge, in 1924, supported the idea of a national Father's ...
282. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Day One Or Day Two. [Messages]
... and it was me who made the second day so glorious. It was me who just idled through the first day grumbling about the world. And it was me who spent the second day thanking God for my life, sharing my love with everyone I could, and giving my joy to the world. I am glad that God forgives me for all the day ones I have had in my life. Thankfully, they are becoming fewer and fewer as time goes on. ... day was so full of stress and worry that I couldn t even sleep that night. The second day was wonderful. My body felt energized and healthy. I was laughing and smiling the whole day long. My pets were lovable and affectionate. My children warmed my heart with their kind words and tender hugs. Everyone I saw outside seemed to have a smile and a happy wave to share. The sun peeking through the clouds made my soul light up as well ...
283. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Paradise Within. [Messages]
... . When a local dog was nearly killed by a bear my friend welcomed it into her home and nursed it back to health. When any of us needed anything she was there doing all that she could with a heart full of love and a soul full of goodness. She did all of this too while her health continued to grow worse and worse. My friend, however, is not afraid of death. She has told me several times that she believes it will ... has battled more health problems through the years than anyone should have to endure. Now as she approaches her 57th birthday she knows that it will probably be her last. She has started giving away a lot of her things so her loving husband won t be stuck with her" Junk" as she says. She has already given me several books, containers, clothes for my daughter, and a beautiful Hawaiian shirt to add to my collection. She has given all ...
... Good Friends Are Good Medicine Our news is constantly filled with the reality of death and dying. And each of us, if we live long enough, experiences the loss of persons we loved. Children ages eight through ten were asked what they thought about death, and these are some of their answers:" When you die, God takes care of you like your mother did when you were alive-only God doesn't yell at you all the time" (Beth ... :" Bonham is a place where people know it when you're sick, and where they care when you die" No one wants to go through difficult times alone. So Rayburn traded the best of medical technology for the closeness of loving friends. He knew that good friends are good medicine. Sometimes the best medicine there is.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
285. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Pup's Pointers [Messages]
... joys of a long walk. No matter how often you're scolded, don't buy into the guilt thing and pout. run right back and make friends. John 15: 12 (NIV)" This is My commandment, that you love one another as I have loved you" [Author unknown-from Sky Pup] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... Pup's Pointers Things" humans" can learn Learn from a Dog: Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joy ride. Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy. When loved ones come home, always run to greet them. When it's in your best interest, practice obedience. Let others know when they've invaded your territory. Take naps and stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily. Eat ...
286. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Filling The Barrel. [Messages]
... Filling The Barrel I love it when God blesses us with bright, shining opportunities to help others. God always uses these opportunities to help us become better people as well. Sometimes, however, these opportunities come with difficulties. And they are the ones that challenge us the most. I had just arrived at the grocery store the other day. My shopping list was long and my cash was short. It seemed like we had run out of everything at once. ... wasn t the only one who had decided to help the hungry that day. Every opportunity to help others is a gift from God. Every time we do help others God is helping us as well to become better and more loving people. We are here, after all, to love each other and to help each other. We are here to fill both empty barrels and empty hearts. We are here to live as God s Children. May we always ...
... was another. Compared to them all the money in the world was just worthless paper. Nowadays money doesn t seem quite so important, but every loving hug I get from one of my children remains priceless. These lessons in love sometimes take a lifetime to learn, but what s a lifetime when seen from the eternal eyes of your soul.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted ... that others took for granted. Now thirteen years later I think that maybe God was having my soul spend that time learning what the true riches in life really are. That giggling toddler in my arms was one of them. That loving daughter with the sparkling eyes was another. Compared to them all the money in the world was just worthless paper. Nowadays money doesn t seem quite so important, but every loving hug I get from one of my children remains priceless ...
288. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Easy - Difficult. [Messages]
... a stone. Difficult is to get up. Easy is to enjoy life every day. Difficult to give its real value. Easy is to promise something to someone. Difficult is to fulfill that promise. Easy is to say we love. Difficult is to show it every day. Easy is to criticize others. Difficult is to improve oneself. Easy is to make mistakes. Difficult is to learn from them. Easy is to weep for a lost love. Difficult is ... get a place in someone's heart. Easy is to judge the mistakes of others. Difficult is to recognize our own mistakes. Easy is to talk without thinking. Difficult is to refrain the tongue. Easy is to hurt someone who loves us. Difficult is to heal the wound. Easy is to forgive others Difficult is to ask for forgiveness Easy is to set rules. Difficult is to follow them. Easy is to dream every night. Difficult is to fight for a ...
289. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Buttercups. [Messages]
... these delightful buttercups I am reminded too of all the wonderful souls out there like them. These are the souls God planted among us to show us just how beautiful life and living can be. Everyday that soak up God s love, joy, and light and then share it with the world. When it rains in their lives they use it to grow bigger, better, and stronger too. Everyday their numbers grow as well. Just as the buttercups fill the ... world with golden glimpses of what Heaven is like. I know too that nothing will keep them from sharing their gifts of wisdom and happiness for all of their lives. No lawn mower would even stand a chance against them. God loves us all and God planted us all here for a season. What we grow into, however, is up to us. You too can be a wonderful soul spreading love and light to the world. You too can be a glorious ...
... He is glad to hear from you! SQUATS: Start by finding your small children or grandchildren. Squat down to there eye level and tell them how much Jesus loves them. They might even be interested in knowing how much you love them, too! Rest. Repeat. Very good! How are you feeling at this point? SHADOWBOXING: You might want to shut the blinds for this one. Dance around a little bit, avoiding your enemies strikes. Deliver a ... This exercise will take some practice, but you can do it! He is glad to hear from you! SQUATS: Start by finding your small children or grandchildren. Squat down to there eye level and tell them how much Jesus loves them. They might even be interested in knowing how much you love them, too! Rest. Repeat. Very good! How are you feeling at this point? SHADOWBOXING: You might want to shut the blinds for this one. ...
291. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Richness Of Living. [Messages]
... of Heaven she will forever be one of the wealthiest people I know. When it comes to finding the joy in living she will always be rich beyond compare. I only pray that one day we all can live with such priceless love. Leo Buscaglia once wrote that," We find the greatest riches where we find the joy in living; since we serve God and ourselves best in joy, it seems to be the only sensible goal in life" My dear aunt ... visits to it have filled my mind with treasured memories and my heart with priceless happiness. My aunt s riches come instead from the places that high prices and inflation can never lessen. My aunt s riches come from her loving soul, her generous spirit, and her joyous life. Every time I speak with her on the phone or get a card from her in the mail the richness of that life shines though. Her gentle laughter has brightened my day many ...
292. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Cake With Kai. [Messages]
... your mouth and makes your stomach sigh. After cake we all sit down for a long talk full of shared laughs and shared lives. Kai s name rhymes with Hi and that is fitting because her every greeting is full of love and kindness. It doesn t matter if it is me, the delivery man, or the dog next door. Kai is always ready to give a little joy to everyone she meets. Since she and her husband Sean moved here ... old, college professor who is dying and how much he learned about living from him. I think that my Wednesday afternoons with Kai have done the same for me. Kai has taught me so much about how to be a more loving human being through her words and through her life. I couldn t have asked for better knowledge or a greater gift than that. I thank God everyday for Kai and Sean and all the wonderful people He has brought into my life ...
293. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Walk. [Messages]
... a smiling, old man who happily shared his life s wisdom with me and then I lovingly passed it on to young children further down the road. With every few steps it seemed there was a fresh adventure in learning and love. I never did get where I was going and woke up feeling like I had lived a lifetime in a single night. It bothered me for a bit that I never did reach where I was headed but then I realized that this ... and stopped to help them. I found ancient books and gemstones along the side of the road and shared them with others. I met a smiling, old man who happily shared his life s wisdom with me and then I lovingly passed it on to young children further down the road. With every few steps it seemed there was a fresh adventure in learning and love. I never did get where I was going and woke up feeling like I had lived a lifetime ...
294. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Healed And Whole. [Messages]
... . My wounded soul enveloped me Loving seemed too hard to do. One day, while standing by my hole, I cried to God above And said," If You are really there, They say, You're a God of Love !" And just like that, He was right there, And just put His arms around me He wiped my tears, his hurting child there was no safer place to be. I told Him all about my hurt, I opened up ... grow, I covered it every day I couldn't leave it and go on It seemed the price I had to pay. My joy was gone, my heart was sad, pain was all I knew. My wounded soul enveloped me Loving seemed too hard to do. One day, while standing by my hole, I cried to God above And said," If You are really there, They say, You're a God of Love !" And just like that, He ...
295. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God Loves Variety. [Messages]
... of another faith. And while we're at it, let's applaud those of other cultures and races, too! What a beautiful world it is when all are truly part of one glorious family! And after all, if God doesn't love variety, why is there so much of it?~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... God Loves Variety I like the story about three ministers and a priest who played golf together every week. They decided to visit each other's churches. So the following day, the three ministers showed up at an early morning mass at their friend's church. There were no empty pews, so they stood in the back. When the priest saw them, he whispered to the little acolyte," Get three chairs for the Protestants !" The boy looked stunned and sat down ...
... Why I Love Women Over 40... As I grow in age, I value women who are over 40 most of all. Here are just a few reasons why: An over 40 woman will never wake you in the middle of the night to ask," What are you thinking ?" She doesn't care what you think. If an over 40 woman doesn't want to watch the game, she doesn't sit around whining about it. She does something she wants ... what you might think about her or what she's doing. An over 40 woman usually has had her fill of" meaningful relationships and commitment" The last thing she wants in her life is another dopey, clingy, whiny, dependent lover. Over 40 women are dignified. They seldom have a screaming match with you at the opera or in the middle of an expensive restaurant. Of course, if you deserve it, they won't hesitate to shoot you if they think they ...
297. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just Listen. [Messages]
... do anything but receive them. Just take them in. Listen to what they're saying. Care about it. Most times caring about it is even more important than under-standing it. Most of us don't value ourselves or our love enough to know this. It has taken me along time to believe in the power of simple saying," I'm so sorry ," when someone is in pain. And meaning it. One of my patients told me that when she tried ... thing has not been that easy to learn. It certainly went against everything I had been taught since I was very young. I thought people listened only because they were too timid to speak or did not know the answer. A loving silence often has far more power to heal and to connect than the most well intentioned words. [Rachel Naomi Remen," Kitchen Table Wisdom"-from 'Love Quotes '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
298. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God's Answers [Messages]
... things are possible (Luke 18: 27) You say:" I'm too tired" God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11: 28-30) You say:" Nobody really loves me" God says: I love you (John 3: 16 and John 13: 34) You say:" I can't go on" God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12: 9 and Psalm 91: 15) You say:" I ... It's impossible" God says: All things are possible (Luke 18: 27) You say:" I'm too tired" God says: I will give you rest (Matthew 11: 28-30) You say:" Nobody really loves me" God says: I love you (John 3: 16 and John 13: 34) You say:" I can't go on" God says: My grace is sufficient (II Corinthians 12: 9 and Psalm 91: ...
299. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Gift of Giving. [Messages]
... How can one enjoy Christmas when their loving spouse recently passed away from cancer, and yet Christmas is a time for celebration. I had a friend, recently divorced, who was going through his first Christmas without his children that he loved so dearly. I called my friend and invited him over to my house for Christmas. He didn't seem overly thrilled, but had nothing else to do. I did the same for another divorced person who had a day without family or ... A Gift of Giving Looking forward to Christmas 1995, to me, described a paradox. How can one enjoy Christmas when their loving spouse recently passed away from cancer, and yet Christmas is a time for celebration. I had a friend, recently divorced, who was going through his first Christmas without his children that he loved so dearly. I called my friend and invited him over to my house for Christmas. He didn't seem overly thrilled, but had nothing else ...
300. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Take Time. [Messages]
... power on earth. Take time to be friendly It is the road to happiness. Take time to give It is too short a day to be selfish. Take time to work It is the price of success. Take time to love and be loved It is a God-given privilege. [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (www.emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES-Take Time. ...
301. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Godly Giving. [Messages]
... many such people, but, the reality is, few individuals I know give out of a cheerful and loving heart expecting nothing from man or God in return. Even in my own life, while my heart may be acting in love, a small subtle part of me sometimes hopes that God will offer me something in return, such as a prayer answered. Unfortunately, God does not work this way. When a prayer is answered or a blessing bestowed, our Creator ... time and emotions, simply because they have a real heart to help a fellow man? I wish I could say I knew many such people, but, the reality is, few individuals I know give out of a cheerful and loving heart expecting nothing from man or God in return. Even in my own life, while my heart may be acting in love, a small subtle part of me sometimes hopes that God will offer me something in return, such as a ...
... Nineteen Somethings To Say To Children I love you! There is nothing that will make me stop loving you. Nothing you could do or say or think will ever change that. You are amazing! I look at you with wonder! Not just at what you can do, but who you are. There is no one like you. No one! It's all right to cry. People cry for all kinds of reasons: when they are hurt, sad, ... , or worried; when they are angry, afraid, or lonely. Big people cry too. I do. You've made a mistake. That was wrong. People make mistakes. I do. Is it something we can fix? What can we do? It's all over. You can start fresh. I know you are sorry. I forgive you. You did the right thing. That was scary or hard. Even though it wasn't easy, you did it ...
... hand, every time you show a friend you understand. Every time you have a kind and gentle word to give, you help someone to find beauty in this precious life we live. For happiness brings happiness and loving ways bring love, and giving is the treasure, that contentment is made of. [Author Unknown-from (Inspiretoday @topica.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... someone a helping hand, every time you show a friend you understand. Every time you have a kind and gentle word to give, you help someone to find beauty in this precious life we live. For happiness brings happiness and loving ways bring love, and giving is the treasure, that contentment is made of. [Author Unknown-from (Inspiretoday @topica.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
304. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Forgiveness. [Messages]
... cycle, however. It is forgiveness that messes up the mind full of anger and shows it that there is another way to live. When you forgive another you keep your own mind full of peace, your own heart full of love, and your own soul full of joy. When you forgive another you pass these precious gifts along to them as well. When you forgive another you live the way that God meant for you to live and you show everyone around you ... a Child of God can make this world a better and more loving place. Keep on forgiving others then. Keep on messing with their minds. Keep on helping their hearts and souls. Keep on living the life that God meant for you to live. If you have to do it seventy times seven times then do so happily. God never stops forgiving us. Why should we ever stop forgiving other.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. ...
305. Inspirational and Christian POEMS -- Advent Bell. [Messages]
... 2 Cor 5: 17-21) I have access to God through the Holy Spirit (Eph. 2: 18) I am seated with Christ in the heavenly realms (Eph. 2: 6) I cannot be separated from the love of God (Rom 8: 35-39) I am established, anointed, sealed by God (2 Cor 1: 21-22) I am assured all things work together for good (Rom. 8: 28) I have been chosen and ... me will be perfected. (Phil. 1: 5) I have been redeemed and forgiven (Col 1: 14). I have been adopted as God's child (Eph 1: 5) We are God's childern. God loves you! The LORD bless you and keep you; The LORD make His face shine upon you, And be gracious to you; The LORD lift up His countenance upon you, And give you peace Numbers 6: 24-26 NKJ ...
306. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Four-Legged Comedians. [Messages]
... help us to see that life is meant for joy. They help us to see that play can be just as important as work. They help us to see that happiness comes from within. And they help us to see that love and laughter are the greatest gifts of all. May you share them always with dogs and people alike.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph ... until their legs tangle and they end up in a pile of fur at the foot of the couch. I delight so much in the joy they bring. They remind me that the greatest happiness comes from a playful spirit and a loving heart. They remind me too that fur-filled carpets and teeth marked shoes are a small price to pay for a laughing soul. The theologian Karl Barth once said that" Laughter is the closest thing to the grace of God" I thank ...
307. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 23rd Psalm Message. [Messages]
... 23rd Psalm is familiar to those of us from the Judeo-Christian tradition. It begins with" The Lord is my shepherd" and is perhaps the most recited Biblical verse. I would wager everyone from that background could think of someone they love or loved very much to whom this verse was important. It is common at funerals, and in times of danger and stress. I made a renewed pledge to memorize it and tried for weeks. I printed it out in a large ... and tried to memorize it while driving each day to work. But it just could not stick in my memory. I became increasingly annoyed and with disgust set the prayer aside. Many extra hours at work, the everyday stress of raising children, helping aged relatives and an overly busy life lead to a slow, darkening spiral that I hardly noticed. Over the weeks I became unfocused, and increasingly felt ineffectual in many aspects of my life. So there I was, ...
308. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- You're My Friend. [Messages]
... on. Pass this message on to at least 5 people within the hour of receiving this rose. After you do, make a wish. If you have passed it on, you will have full filled His commandment to:" Love one another" You're My friend, my companion, through good times and bad, my buddy and friend, through happy and sad, beside me you stand, beside me you walk, you're there to listen, you're there to talk ... are lonely. people-you need more friends. people-you have a few friends. people-you have some friends. people-you have several friends! people-you have many friends! people-you are sooo loved! This is nice-I hope I get it back! [Author Unknown-Ed: anon.-from the" The Wrights"-via Linda L.] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
309. "You Cant Keep Time " | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... seconds here loving God, yourself, and others. Do your best to make the passage of time on Earth a passageway to Heaven.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... Heaven is. Do your best then to spend each precious moment here in joy. Do your best to spend your days living, laughing, hugging, helping, praying, and smiling. Do your best to spend your seconds here loving God, yourself, and others. Do your best to make the passage of time on Earth a passageway to Heaven.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com ...
310. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The "Golden" Suitcase. [Messages]
... old, useless, worn out, and of little value. Or, we can take a closer look and realize that we are one of God's most valued creations-unique, and holding inside our most valuable possessions-that of love, faith, hope, and wisdom. [Linda Ferris (LAFRN10 @aol.com)-from (Peachjoy @aol.com ), via andychap @aol.com] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... The" Golden" Suitcase After five long years of college, my dear friend Kathy and I, our children (Dianna and Michael ), boarded an Amtrak passenger train, and headed off to Colorado Springs. My parents had so lovingly given me this paid vacation, as a college graduation gift. I looked forward to sitting back, reading a non-medical book, and watching miles and miles of countryside pass by. The only problem was, I didn't have any luggage to ...
311. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Eyes That See. [Messages]
... gives you. I hope that you see it for the illusion it is and instead look at life with the clear vision of your heart s eyes. God wants us to see this world and our lives through the eyes of love. It is only then that our sight will be pure. It is only then that our path will shine brightly before us. It is only then that we will see how we were meant to live and how we can best bring ... that she has overcome in hers. She may have lost her sight but she never lost her soul. She knows that the eyes that really see are the eyes of the heart, and she does her best everyday to follow the loving vision that they give to her. I am sure too that the eyes of the angels watching over her are always filled with tears of joy and that their faces are always full of shining smiles. I hope then that when you go ...
... a new respect for all the tough times and bad weather I have faced in my own life. I see now that God is always with us in our Winter nights as well as our Summer days. I see too that our love and joy sometimes grow warmest when life is at its coldest.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved ... Bad Weather And Good Hearts It is amazing how even the worst times can be used by our loving God to bring out the best in us. I saw ample evidence of this recently when a fast moving Winter storm dumped an incredible two and a half feet of snow here. Cars were buried, businesses and schools were closed, roads were impassible, people were stranded, and tree limbs were snapped taking down power lines with them. A state of emergency was declared ...
313. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Get Along Better. [Messages]
... is the shortest distance between two people. Do not seek so much to be consoled, as to console; do not seek so much to be understood, as to understand; do not seek so much to be loved as to love. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... humor; laughter is the shortest distance between two people. Do not seek so much to be consoled, as to console; do not seek so much to be understood, as to understand; do not seek so much to be loved as to love. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
314. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- On The Slow Track. [Messages]
... was meant to learn. That to me is what true success in life is all about. The slow track may be a quiet path. It may be the road less traveled. But it is a path that is full of love and joy and its road leads to eternity. If you are on the fast track in your own life perhaps you might want to take a detour. The slow track may not make you a lot of money, but it will make ... listen to beautiful music, and dare to sing along myself. Most of all it gives me time to pray. It gives me time to thank God everyday for my life. It gives me time to ask for His help in loving others, spreading joy, and growing in oneness with Him. Being on the slow track helps me to be the person I was meant to be, to do the things I was meant to do, and to learn the wisdom I ...
315. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Glass Of Milk. [Messages]
... of the bill. She read these words: PAID IN FULL WITH ONE GLASS OF MILK. (Signed) Dr. Howard Kelly Tears of joy flooded her eyes as her happy heart prayed: Thank You, God, that Your love is shed abroad through human hearts and hands. Addendum: Luke 6: 38 tells us if we give, it will be given back to us, pressed down, shaken together, and overflowing. We however, look to God and ... to door to pay his way through school, found he had only one thin dime left, and he was hungry. He decided he would ask for a meal at the next house. However, he lost his nerve when a lovely young woman opened the door. Instead of a meal he asked for a drink of water. She thought he looked hungry so brought him a large glass of milk. He drank it slowly, and then asked," How much do ...
316. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Great Acorn War. [Messages]
... Autism but God showed me instead how to look beyond their handicaps and see their loving souls shining through. I asked God for an easy life, but God gave me a challenging one to grow my character and learn the importance of love. I asked God for the ability to help others and heard Him say in my heart," You are finally getting it !" May God then always give you what you need even if it isn t always what you want. ... then I have had a lot of my prayers answered and the answer hasn t always been yes. I asked God to cure my boys of their Autism but God showed me instead how to look beyond their handicaps and see their loving souls shining through. I asked God for an easy life, but God gave me a challenging one to grow my character and learn the importance of love. I asked God for the ability to help others and heard Him say in my ...
317. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- One Shovel At A Time. [Messages]
... joyfully one day, one choice, and one shovel at a time. God asks for nothing more and we should give nothing less.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... life gives us many heavy snows to dig out of. This life gives us countless impossible jobs to do. Still, with the strength God gives us we can get them done. All we need to remember is to do them lovingly and joyfully one day, one choice, and one shovel at a time. God asks for nothing more and we should give nothing less.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF ...
318. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Learning From Kids. [Messages]
... look at an old drunk and he smiles at me, I see a smelly, dirty person who probably wants money and I look away. My kids see someone smiling at them and they smile back. When I hear music I love, I know I can't carry a tune and don't have much rhythm so I sit self consciously and listen. My kids feel the beat and move to it. They sing out the words. If they don't know them, they make ... and clothes and dirty carpets. My kids sit in it. They see dams to build, rivers to cross and worms to play with. I wonder if we are given kids to teach or to be taught? No wonder God loves the little children !!! [Author Unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
319. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Bus Stop. [Messages]
... me at. Drivers are rude and I am on alert everywhere I drive, just so I can get back in one piece. What's the point mom? You talk to me about compassion and loving people. What is there to love ?" My heart broke at his word as his torment raged. I gently asked if he felt alone with this or did his friends feel the same way? His eyes were pitiful in his answer." Oh, everyone is the same ... one day when some adult doesn't scream me at. Drivers are rude and I am on alert everywhere I drive, just so I can get back in one piece. What's the point mom? You talk to me about compassion and loving people. What is there to love ?" My heart broke at his word as his torment raged. I gently asked if he felt alone with this or did his friends feel the same way? His eyes were pitiful in his answer. ...
... 30 years after the fact. I guess sometimes it just takes us a bit longer to get what people, life, and God are trying to teach us. I hope you use your walking stick well, live your life with love, and watch the sunrise every chance you get.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... of the breathtaking sight I was seeing. Now, however, I watch every sunrise and sunset that I can. It is the best way I know to share a joyous" Good morning" and" Good night" with the loving God who made me. I remember too a counselor of somewhat generous proportions wearing out a group of us fit, young teens as he led us on a hike up the side of a mountain. He carried two walking sticks with him ...
... things are possible BIBLE VERSES: Luke 18: 27 YOU SAY: 'I'm too tired ' GOD SAYS: I will give you rest BIBLE VERSES: Matthew 11: 28-30 YOU SAY: 'Nobody really loves me ' GOD SAYS: I love you BIBLE VERSES: John 3: 1 6 & John 3: 34 YOU SAY: 'I can't go on ' GOD SAYS: My grace is sufficient BIBLE VERSES: II Corinthians 12: 9, Psalm 91: 15 YOU SAY: ... 'It's impossible ' GOD SAYS: All things are possible BIBLE VERSES: Luke 18: 27 YOU SAY: 'I'm too tired ' GOD SAYS: I will give you rest BIBLE VERSES: Matthew 11: 28-30 YOU SAY: 'Nobody really loves me ' GOD SAYS: I love you BIBLE VERSES: John 3: 1 6 & John 3: 34 YOU SAY: 'I can't go on ' GOD SAYS: My grace is sufficient BIBLE VERSES: II Corinthians 12: 9, ...
322. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-1. [Messages]
... special Mommy. Peanut butter and jelly kisses, the crayon drawing, the words" I did it myself !" and the pride glowing in that shining face. The smell of a child after a bath. The words," I love you Mommy" Can anything we could possibly earn outweigh the immeasurable value of these kinds of rewards? I believe God allows us these" glimpses" at the kingdom of heaven on a daily basis. These, just like salvation, cannot ... very well be right in front of you! About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two income families. [by Cheryl Novak, Copyright 2000] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
... have never felt better. It must be the exercise and the" little blessings" At the bottom she'd added a note:" I'm returning your journal in hopes you will write about this someday and share it with others. I love you. Bea" Yes, Bea, I will.... whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report ... if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things. Philippians 4: 7 Blessings are upon the head of the just... Proverbs 10: 6 [Lou Dean-from Tidings @GAgirl.com] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
324. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Secret Of Happiness. [Messages]
... laughed. It is time that we all realized that we are the secret to our own happiness. Happiness is a choice that we make within. God loves us and gives each one of us the ability to fill our lives with love, joy, peace, happiness, and oneness with Him. We need only choose to do so moment by moment and day by day. It doesn't matter what our outer circumstances are either, because the Kingdom of Heaven is within us ... the secret of happiness. The man gazed at his reflection in the mirror and laughed. It is time that we all realized that we are the secret to our own happiness. Happiness is a choice that we make within. God loves us and gives each one of us the ability to fill our lives with love, joy, peace, happiness, and oneness with Him. We need only choose to do so moment by moment and day by day. It doesn't matter ...
325. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Books. [Messages]
... and rewriting their introductions. They hope that a great introduction will lead to a great life. What all of these people don t realize is that life is the pages that follow. Life is the thoughts we think, the love we share, and the good we do everyday. Life is the joyous times we create as well as the pains and trials we learn from. Life is work, play, kindness, laughter, family, and friendships. Life is ... . When it comes to your life story then don t spend too much time on the cover and let the introduction write itself. Concentrate instead on filling the rest of your pages with living, loving, and learning and always let God be your co-writer. If you do your book will grab a lot of minds, speak to a lot of hearts, and touch a lot of souls with its wisdom and light. It may just end up being a classic both ...
326. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Walking The Path. [Messages]
... today. I plan on continuing down my life s path then doing all the good I can and helping others along the way. I plan on walking it with a smile on my face, a song on my lips, love in my heart, joy in my soul, and my hand firmly in God s. I know it is leading me home.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)- ... have been ones going uphill and there have been ones going downhill. There have been smooth, grassy ones and there have been ones full of rocks and holes. Still, each one has had its own special delight. I have loved walking along them all too even though I have stumbled and fallen a few times. When it comes to the path of my life, however, I have stumbled and fallen more than just a few times. Actually, I have hit ...
327. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Remember The Duck. [Messages]
... confessed that he killed the duck. She knelt down, gave him a hug, and said," Sweetheart, I know. You see, I was standing at the window and I saw the whole thing. But because I love you, I forgave you. But I was just wondering how long would you let Sally make a slave of you" I don't know what's in your past. I don't know what one sin the enemy keeps throwing up in your face ... But whatever it is, I want you to know something. Jesus Christ was standing at the window and He saw the whole thing. But because He loves you, He is ready to forgive you. Perhaps He's wondering how long you'll let the enemy make a slave out of you. The great thing about God is that He not only forgives, but He forgets. [Author Unknown-From 'E-Mail Ministry '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
328. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Thoughts Of Heaven. [Messages]
... wisdom guards her heart and diligently keeps her eyes upon her home and heaven" When we are focused upon heaven, all the little mundane chores of life become sparkled with a heavenly brilliance, that will last throughout eternity. When we love the family and friends God has given to us, with all of our hearts; we will have blessings showered down from Heaven. Yesterday was the hardest day I have had in some time. I had this void within my heart all ... be praised! Does sadness fill my mind? A solace here I find, May Jesus Christ be praised! Or fades my earthly bliss? My comfort still is this, May Jesus Christ be praised! In Heaven's eternal bliss the loveliest strain is this, May Jesus Christ be praised! The powers of darkness fear when this sweet sound chant they hear May Jesus Christ be praised! To God, the Word, on high, the hosts of angels cry, May Jesus ...
329. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Twenty Cans of Success. [Messages]
... that God shall supply all my needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus (Philippians 4: 19 )? Why should I fear when the Bible says God has not given me a spirit of fear, but of power, love and a sound mind (2 Timothy 1: 7 )? Why should I lack faith to fulfill my calling knowing that God as allotted to me a measure of faith (Romans 12: 3 )? Why should I be weak when the Bible ... Christ became wisdom to me from God and God gives wisdom to me generously when I ask Him for it (1 Corinthians 1: 30; James 1: 5 )? Why should I be depressed when I can recall to mind God's lovingkindness, compassion, and faithfulness and have hope (Lamentations 3: 21-23 )? Why should I worry and fret when I can cast all my anxiety on Christ who cares for me (1 Peter 5: 7 )? Why should I ever be ...
330. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beauty Is Soul Deep. [Messages]
... is woven in the soul and worn in plain view. The Bible speaks of something similar. It teaches us to clothe ourselves with" compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience" Then" over all of these put on love, which binds them in perfect unity" Regardless of how good looking we may otherwise be, it is these clothes that will determine our actual beauty. This was taught to me by a woman who used to think that if she were ... Beauty Is Soul Deep Abraham Lincoln loved to tell stories on himself. One of his favorites concerned itself with physical appearance. In the days when Lincoln used to be on the circuit (traveling on horseback from one county court to another ), he was once approached by a stranger who said," Excuse me, sir, but I have an article which belongs to you"" How is that ?" Lincoln asked in astonishment. The stranger took a jack-knife from his pocket ...
331. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Window [Messages]
... enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside. The man by the window said," it overlooks a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color of the rainbow. Grand old trees graced the landscape, and a fine view of the city skyline could be seen in the distance" As the man by the window described all this in ... in the other bed began to live for those one-hour periods where his world would be broadened and enlivened by all the activity and color of the world outside. The man by the window said," it overlooks a park with a lovely lake. Ducks and swans played on the water while children sailed their model boats. Young lovers walked arm in arm amidst flowers of every color of the rainbow. Grand old trees graced the landscape, and a fine view of the city ...
332. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-7. [Messages]
... than one child has experience as a peacemaker! But God calls us to a deeper peacemaking in this verse. The Shepherd's Guide tells us that Jesus promised this blessing not to those who remained neutral, or to those who simply love peace, but to those who are actively involved in making peace. Christ Himself was the Prince of Peace ' (Isa 9: 6). He came to bring reconciliation between God and mankind and between individuals. Those who, ... have truly become sons & daughters of God. About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two income families. [by Cheryl Novak, Copyright 2000] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
333. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Miracle Workers. [Messages]
... talents, hearts, and souls to making this world a better place. We all can bring a little Heaven down to Earth with our joy, laughter, and smiles. And we all can share the miracle of God s love every single day.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... warmth that went straight to my heart. Her kind smile caused one to appear on my own face as well. Her shining, compassionate eyes reminded me once again that this is God s world and that it is full of loving souls like her. We chatted briefly as I paid for my food. As I left she told me to enjoy the day and I promised that I would. As I was walking out the store she was already uplifting the spirit of ...
... head? She replied," No, because it can hold the head of a friend or loved one when they cry. Everybody needs a shoulder to cry on sometime in life my son. I only hope that you have enough love and friends that you will always have a shoulder to cry on when you need it" Then and there I knew the most important body part was not selfish, it was sympathetic to the pain of OTHERS. You are a friend and ... well up with tears. She said," Son the most important body part is your shoulder" Was it because it held up my head? She replied," No, because it can hold the head of a friend or loved one when they cry. Everybody needs a shoulder to cry on sometime in life my son. I only hope that you have enough love and friends that you will always have a shoulder to cry on when you need it" Then and ...
335. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Smiling Face. [Messages]
... bring laughter to a weary soul. It can share the warm glow of friendship. It can reconnect us to the human family. It can show us just how beautiful life can be. It can remind us just how much God loves us, and it can open a window inside of us so that the light and joy of Heaven can enter. Don t spend too much time or money dressing up your life then. Spend your time living it instead. Remember ... most beautiful things we can wear are a loving heart and a smiling face.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
336. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Everyday Survival Kit [Messages]
... or a hug everyday. (1 John 4: 7) Tea Bag-to remind you to relax daily and to think about God's Blessings. (1 Thess 5: 18)-This is my gift to you. JESUS LOVES YOU-don't ever forget it. To the world, you may just be somebody. but to somebody, you may be the world. Send this to anyone who you think needs to know that they are loved by someone in their ... . Make someone's day just a little brighter today! [Author Unknown-from Dwayne] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
337. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Her Name Was Rose. [Messages]
... . I was always mesmerized listening to this" time machine" as she shared her wisdom and experience with me. Over the course of the year, Rose became a campus icon and she easily made friends wherever she went. She loved to dress up and she reveled in the attention bestowed upon her from the other students. She was living it up. At the end of the semester we invited Rose to speak at our football banquet. I'll never forget what she taught ... the wonderful woman that it's never too late to be all you can possibly be. If you read this, please send this peaceful word of advice to your friends and family, they'll really enjoy it! These words ares sent in loving memory of ROSE. Remember: GROWING OLDER IS MANDATORY-GROWING UP IS OPTIONAL. [Author Unknown-submitted by: Alfred H. Dill] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
338. "A Hero For Our Time" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... football coach and broadcaster Lou Holtz knew how fleeting fame can be. He once said," I've been on the top and I've been on the bottom. At Arkansas my first year, we won the Orange Bowl. Then everybody loved me. They put me into the Arkansas Hall of Fame and issued a commemorative stamp in my honor. The next year we lost to Texas and they had to take away the stamp because people kept spitting on the wrong side of it ... see, for most of their lives together, Kip and his wife Phyllis have been running an orphanage out of their home. In addition to their own seven children, they have raised and nurtured hundreds of other youngsters who needed a loving home. Still, every child is treated like family. And on top of all of this, Kip Keino's new foundation has built a primary and secondary school in Eldoret, Kenya, to give kids the most important gift a young person ...
339. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Helping Hand2. [Messages]
... day. It was that beautiful time of the year right between the end of Winter and the start of Spring. Cool breezes tickled my face while the rising sun quickly burnt away the morning fog. Birds were starting to sing their love songs again and to built nests for their future young. My heavy coat had been traded for a light jacket. The grass was still moist from the freshly melted snow and the Maples and Oaks seemed to be deep in thought over whether ... It helps you become who you were meant to be. The next time then that you get a chance to give someone a hand up or in the cat s case a hand down take it. A helping hand like a loving heart always leads to a happy soul.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
340. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Helping Hand. [Messages]
... . I may babble, but I can smile. Some folks just stare: they think I'm bizarre. But you don't. You call me" Dear" My mind's all mixed up, but I know who you are. I love it when you are near. The others don't understand why I weep. But you know. I am sure you do. Please stay with me, friend, until I sleep. I'm not embarrassed with you. You knew me, ... , when I could talk. You listened to all that I said. You were good to me then. We loved to walk. So sit with me now, by my bed" When at last his friend was asleep, Uncle Bill stood up. It was time to go home. But he would be back next week, and he'd do the same thing all over again.-Helen Dowd-[ by Helen Dowd Copyright 2003, (helendowd @shaw.ca) ...
341. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Making Pancakes. [Messages]
... gets all sticky or we insult a friend or we can't stand our job or our health goes sour. Sometimes we just stand there in tears because we can't think of anything else to do. That's when God picks us up and loves us and forgives us, even though some of our mess gets all over Him. But just because we might mess up, we can't stop trying to" make pancakes ," for God or for others. Sooner or later we'll get it ... but he'd made a terrible mess. He was sure a scolding was coming, maybe even a spanking. But his father just watched him. Then, walking through the mess, he picked up his crying son, hugged him and loved him, getting his own pajamas white and sticky in the process. That's how God deals with us. We try to do something good in life, but it turns into a mess. Our marriage gets all sticky or we insult a ...
342. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Strength Vs Courage. [Messages]
... your own pains. It takes courage to show them. It takes strength to endure abuse. It takes courage to stop it. It takes strength to stand alone. It takes courage to lean on another. It takes strength to love. It takes courage to be loved. It takes strength to survive. It takes courage to live. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Inspiretoday @topica.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ... Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES-Strength Vs Courage. ...
343. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Making A Difference [Messages]
... his mind seemed to come alive. The more she encouraged him, the faster he responded. By the end of the year, Teddy had become one of the smartest children in the class, and despite her lie that she would love all the children the same, Teddy became one of her" teacher's pets" A year later, she found a note under her door, from Teddy, telling her that she was the best teacher he had in his whole life. ... name was Mrs. Thompson. As she stood in front of her 5th grade class on the very first day of school, she told the children a lie. Like most teachers, she looked at her students and said that she loved them all the same. But that was impossible, because there in the front row, slumped in his seat, was a little boy named Teddy Stoddard. Mrs. Thompson had watched Teddy the year before and noticed that he didn't play ...
344. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Do Some Good. [Messages]
... t think it is to be doing good in the eyes of the world either. I think rather that it is to do some good in the eyes of Heaven. There is no limit to the good we can do, the love we can share, and the joy we can spread in this life. We need only to begin to live as God meant for us to live with compassionate hearts, caring souls, and helpful hands. Do some good today then. ... but they don t compare with fixing another s home, helping those in need, and having treasures in Heaven. The material things we have here are temporary but the good we do goes on for all eternity. God loves us all so much and God put us here on Earth for a reason. I don t think it is to be doing good in the eyes of the world either. I think rather that it is to do some good in ...
... look at an old drunk and he smiles at me, I see a smelly, dirty person who probably wants money and I look away. My kids see someone smiling at them and they smile back. When I hear music I love, I know I can't carry a tune and don't have much rhythm so I sit self consciously and listen. My kids feel the beat and move to it. They sing out the words. If they don't know them, they make ... muddy shoes and dirty carpets. My kids sit in it. They see dams to build, rivers to cross and worms to play with. I wonder if we are given kids to teach or to learn from? No wonder God loves the little children !!" Enjoy the little things in life, for one day you may look back and realize they were the big things" I wish you mud puddles and dandelions. [Author Unknown-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Messages ...
346. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What If .... [Messages]
... be prepared to pay the price for sin. What if, the door of the church was closed because we did not open the door of our heart? What if, GOD stopped loving and caring for us because we failed to love and care for others? What if, GOD would not hear us today because we would not listen to Him yesterday? What if, GOD answered our prayers the way we answer His call to service? What if, GOD met our ... His only begotten Son because He wanted us to be prepared to pay the price for sin. What if, the door of the church was closed because we did not open the door of our heart? What if, GOD stopped loving and caring for us because we failed to love and care for others? What if, GOD would not hear us today because we would not listen to Him yesterday? What if, GOD answered our prayers the way we answer His call ...
347. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- For Moms -- 365 Tips. [Messages]
... : They already know more about computers than you do. Mom's Tip #120: Even George Bush didn't eat his broccoli. Mom's Tip #121: Teach the kids to recycle. Mom's Tip #122: Someday your son will love another woman. Mom's Tip #123: When they leave home, you'll actually miss them. Mom's Tip #124: Whatever your age, you're too young to be a grandma. Mom's Tip #125: The more they tease you ... the more you're loved. Mom's Tip #126: Always make their favorite dish when they visit. Mom's Tip #127: Believe it or not, SATs aren't everything. Mom's Tip #128: Yes, it's important they wear what their friends wear. Mom's Tip #129: Teenagers are SUPPOSED to dress goofy. Mom's Tip #130: Yes, we're all tired of dinosaurs. Mom's Tip #131: Anyone can make a secret special sauce. Mom's Tip # ...
348. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 365 Tips For Mom's. [Messages]
... wash. Disney World is not optional. A little fast food never killed anyone. They already know more about computers than you do. Even George Bush didn't eat his broccoli. Teach the kids to recycle. Someday your son will love another woman. When they leave home, you'll actually miss them. Whatever your age, you're too young to be a grandma. The more they tease you, the more you're loved. Always make their favorite dish when they visit. ... it or not, SATs aren't everything. Yes, it's important they wear what their friends wear. Teenagers are SUPPOSED to dress goofy. Yes, we're all tired of dinosaurs. Anyone can make a secret special sauce. Buy them a globe. Socks and underwear are not gifts. Ear thermometers beat rectal any day. Hide old toys and reintroduce them next week. Bribe the babysitter with Hagen-Dazs. No matter what, your son will wind up with a toy gun. ...
349. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Love That Changes. [Messages]
... A Love That Changes Just as the delivery van pulled away from the florist, the manager came running out. There was a cancellation on one of the orders, and he needed it back." Which one ?" asked the driver." The one that reads 'Darling, I will love you forever '" When we" fall in love ," who doesn't feel that it will last forever? But we change. And as we do, our love changes, too. Do you remember the touching interchange between Tevye and Golde in the musical" Fiddler on the Roof "?" Do you love me ?" Tevye asked his wife." Do I what ?" Golde responded." Do you love me ?"" Do I love you? With our daughters getting married and this trouble in the town, you are upset, you are worn out, go inside, go lie down, maybe its indigestion"" Golde, I'm asking you a ...
350. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- One Thing To Remember. [Messages]
... my body into a room and then has to stop and remember why he is there. He remembers my first day of kindergarten, but forgets what someone said 5 minutes ago. Maybe he is just getting a little tired after all these years or maybe he just has too much to remember every single day. Either way my soul laughs when he forgets and tries to help him along. My soul knows that the only thing we really have to remember is to just love. If we all can remember to just love then we will be living the way we were meant to live. If we all can remember to just love then we will be doing what God wants us to do. If we all can remember to just love then it will not matter how many times we forget to dust or buy a loaf of bread. Jesus gave his disciples this one command to remember:" Love each other" It truly is the only thing ...
351. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Anger and Love. [Messages]
... Anger and Love Anger seeks revenge Love seeks healing Anger spouts lies Love speaks truth Anger shouts loud Love whispers softly Anger rips at the soul Love saves the soul Anger causes others pain Love causes others joy Anger stoops low to solve problems Love looks for higher ground Anger lays down the law Love breaks down strongholds Anger is senseless in its methods Love strives to make sense of a senseless world Anger echoes carelessness Love reflects from a caring heart Anger solves problems only in the mind Love works wonders in heart, body, and soul Anger ruins the world Love saves the day Anger darkens the spirit Love brightens the world [Brian Clark-from 'Love Quotes '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
352. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love vs. Obligation. [Messages]
... Love vs. Obligation A house is a house is a house-until love comes through the door, that is. And love intuitively goes around sprinkling that special brand of angel dust that transforms a house into a very special home for very special people: your family. Money, of course, can build a charming house, but only love can furnish it with a feeling of home. Duty can pack an adequate sack lunch, but love may decide to tuck a little love note inside. Money can provide a television set, but love controls it and cares enough to say no and take the guff that comes with it. Obligation sends the children to bed on time, but love tucks the covers in around their necks and passes out kisses and hugs (even to teenagers !). Obligation can cook a meal, but love embellishes the table with a potted ivy trailing around slender candles. Duty writes many letters, but love tucks a joke ...
353. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Making Sense Of Life. [Messages]
... parents having to bury their children, good people having to go through cancer, and hard working souls having to struggle to make ends meet. She had seen wars, famines, and natural disasters. She had seen cruel and selfish people prosper while others with more caring hearts dealt with loss and tragedy. As she looked me in the eyes and asked me that question, I smiled back and said the first words that came from my heart:" only when you love" I think now that those words must have been sent to me by God, because the wisdom in them eased her mind and touched her heart. We talked peacefully a while longer and she thanked me before going on her way. In truth, only love can make sense of this life. It is only when you love that you can grow better and more caring from the pains life brings you. It is only when you love that you can face injustice with ...
354. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love In The Home. [Messages]
... Love In The Home If I live in a house of spotless beauty with everything in its place, but have not love, I am a housekeeper-not a homemaker. If I have time for waxing, polishing, and decorative achievements, but have not love, my children learn cleanliness-not godliness. Love leaves the dust in search of a child's laugh. Love smiles at the tiny fingerprints on a newly cleaned window. Love wipes away the tears before it wipes up the spilled milk. Love picks up the child before it picks up the toys. Love is present through the trials. Love reprimands, reproves, and is responsive. Love is the key that opens salvation's message to a child's heart. Love crawls with the baby, walks with the toddler, runs with the child, then stands aside to let the youth walk into adulthood. Before I became a mother I took glory in my house of perfection. Now I ...
355. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Installing Love [Messages]
... Installing Love Customer Service Rep: Can you install LOVE? Customer: I think I can do that. I'm not very technical, but I think I am ready to install now. What do I do first? CS Rep: The first step is to open your HEART. Have you located your HEART ma'am? Customer: Yes I have, but there are several programs running right now. Is it okay to install while they are running? CS Rep: What programs are running ma'am? Customer: Let me see .I have PASTHURT.EXE, LOWESTEEM.EXE, GRUDGE.EXE, and RESENTMENT.COM running right now. CS Rep: No problem. LOVE will automatically erase PASTHURT.EXE from your current operating system. It may remain in your permanent memory, but it will no longer disrupt other programs. LOVE will eventually overwrite LOWESTEEM.EXE with a module of its own called HIGHESTEEM.EXE. However, you have to completely turn off GRUDGE.EXE and RESENTMENT.COM. Those programs prevent LOVE from being ...
... Christmas, 1st Corinthians 13 Style If I decorate my house perfectly with plaid bows, strands of twinkling lights and shiny balls, but do not show love to my family, I'm just another decorator. If I slave away in the kitchen, baking dozens of Christmas cookies, preparing gourmet meals and arranging a beautifully adorned table at mealtime, but do not show love to my family, I'm just another cook. If I work at the soup kitchen, carol in the nursing home and give all that I have to charity, but do not show love to my family, it profits me nothing. If I trim the spruce with shimmering angels and crocheted snowflakes, attend a myriad of holiday parties and sing in the choir's cantata but do not focus on Christ, I have missed the point. Love stops the cooking to hug the child. Love sets aside the decorating to kiss the husband. Love is kind, though harried and tired. ...
357. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Work And Love. [Messages]
... Work And Love My daughter was having trouble recently deciding on what to major in at college, so she asked my advice. I told her the one thing I wish that I had been told at her age:" Find a career that you love and you will never work a day" She caught me off guard, though, when she next asked what she should do if she couldn t get that career right away. What should she do if she had to take a job that she hated? That question brought back a lot of memories of jobs that I had worked at over the years. I remembered one in particular. My young family was struggling. We had no money and there were no good jobs to be had in the area. My brother, however, was able to get me a job at a local lumber mill. The work was hard and meant constant pain for my back. Hours were spent ...
358. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Heavenly Barking. [Messages]
... Heavenly Barking My house has been a bit quieter the last few months. It has been missing the happy bark of my dear beagle, Ody. After blessing my life with his love and devotion for over 13 years my old friend finally passed away last Fall. It has been tough going at times without him. I still at times look down and expect to see him curled up at my feet. I still at times listen to hear his bark to be let in from the backyard. I still at times reach into the box and get four dog treats instead of three. My other furry friends have showered me with extra affection and attention since he passed and I love them for it. Still, there is a place in my heart that will always be his. I think he must know this too, because he came to visit me last night. God must have let him sneak down the rainbow bridge while I slept. ...
359. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Picture. [Messages]
... holds so much. There is beautiful nature, flowers, sunshine, and trees. There is life, death, remembrance, and the promise of an even greater life after this one. There is renewal, youth, and growing up. There is hugs, kisses, joy, and laughter. There is family, caring, and sharing. There is wonderful togetherness. There is light, shadow, happiness and sadness. Most of all, though, there is love. There is love for those who have passed and for those who remain. There is love for life and love for each other. There is also our love for God and God s love for us. I can t help but feel that Heaven must have been smiling down when this picture was taken. It was one of those glorious moments of love that God meant for us to live. Life is a series of pictures. It is moments of love ...
360. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- To Begin With. [Messages]
... given the strength to rise, or the hand to be lifted up. But don't lie there waiting. God provides for the smallest bird, but He doesn't throw the seed into the nest. They were created to fly. To begin with. Hope Trust that in all things there is hope. Even when we cannot see the opportunity, there it is in the out stretched hand, the listening ear, the smiling face, the sunrise. To begin with. Love If you cannot see love in your life perhaps you need to put life in your love. Begin by accepting who you are and all you can be. This confidence will give you the power to love outside yourself. Love is not love until it is given away. To love is to honor God. To begin with. friendship If you want to have friends, be one. Sometimes friendship, like love, appears one sided. Sometimes people need more than they ...
361. "Hungry Hearts" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... dinners of spaghetti and homemade bread that my Italian Grandma," Nanny ", would make for us on Sunday s after church. I looked forward to them all week. Each one of those meals made my belly feel heavy but my heart feel light. It was then that I realized that the pain in the pit of my stomach was really a longing from the depths of my heart. What I was hungry for wasn t those meals so much as the love that came with them. I remembered the sweet sound of my Mom and Nanny calling to me to come and eat. I remembered the big hug and gentle kiss I would so often get before I sat down at the table. I remembered the laughter, joyful voices, and happy hearts as we would sit down to eat as a family. I longed for one more family meal from my childhood. I longed for one more chance to hug Mom and Nanny and to ...
362. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love And Time. [Messages]
... Love And Time Writer Gary Jennings said this:" Love and time, those are the only two things in all the world and all of life, that cannot be bought, but only spent" I love that. And HOW I spend my love and time is what it is all about. My work and interests require me to spend probably an inordinate amount of time in front of my computer. At least according to my wife Bev. She and I were talking one day about death and funerals and what to do with each other's remains. I asked." What will you do with my body? Burial? Cremation ?" She answered," I think I'll just have you stuffed and propped up in your chair by the computer. That way when I walk through the room I won't even notice that you're gone" I got the point-too much computer time. And how I spend my time and my love is all ...
363. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- AWE. [Messages]
... gentle breezes kissed my face the moment I opened the door. The sunshine was still hiding playfully behind the trees, but I could now see its golden light breaking though the leaves. Dew was still on the ground and the scent of wild flowers was tickling my nose. A white tailed rabbit was finishing breakfast in the tall grass near the woods. In the sky birds were soaring into the morning sunrise while hidden in the trees their feathered friends were singing songs of love to Heaven. It was so glorious and so awe-inspiring. My heart felt full to overflowing with God s love and my soul seemed to expand in joy knowing that I too was a part of His wonderful creation. I learned recently that in the original Greek Bible the word" Fear" also translates as" Awe". This made sense to me, because while I have never really felt afraid of God I feel in awe of His glorious, powerful, and ...
364. "Its Free" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... could use his smile right then. I put my pen down, got up from the table, and gave my boy a hug. I rested my chin on his shoulder, patted him on the back, and thanked God one more time for giving him to me. At that moment I felt like the richest man in the entire world. I thanked God again for helping me to see the truth that the most priceless thing in this whole world is free. Love is a greater treasure than all the crown jewels that ever sat on a Queen s head. Love is more precious than every ounce of gold that was ever mined from the ground. Love is more valuable than all the stocks and bonds that Wall Street ever sold. Love is what we are here for. Love is what life is all about. And love is free! The next time then that your pockets are empty, the next time that your bank balance ...
365. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Ever Increasing Joy. [Messages]
... Ever Increasing Joy One of the most fascinating discoveries that I have made in my life is that no matter how much love you give to others or joy you share with them you still end up with more than you started with. It is a wonderful miracle that never stops amazing me. When I smile and wave at my neighbor across the road I send all of my joy with it. Yet, when I go back inside my house I find that I have even more joy warming my heart and soul than I did before. When I stop to share a few nice words with someone I meet I share my kindness with them as well. Later, however, I find that the kindness in me has grown greater rather than less. When I give my children a hug and tell them I love them I can actually feel the love flowing from my heart and soul to their's. Still, when I look inside myself afterwards I ...
366. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- True Love. [Messages]
... True Love I'm not sure I can always tell love from passion. One father said of his teenaged son," I don't know if he's in love or in heat !" What teenager would know? Besides, feelings of attraction can change more quickly than a pouty expression. But love, in its truest form, is greater than feelings. It is as much a decision as it is a feeling. Love is what Mr. and Mrs. Strauss shared. Mrs. Isadore Strauss was one of the few first class women passengers to go down with the Titanic in 1912, and she drowned because she could not bear to leave her husband. They remained calm throughout the excitement of the sinking vessel. They both aided frightened women and children to find places aboard lifeboats. Finally, Mr. Strauss, who had repeatedly urged his wife to claim a spot safely aboard a lifeboat, forced her to enter one. She was seated but a ...
... Secrets Of Staying In Love The results are in. I have learned that, after careful consideration and endless debate, The Perfect Man has finally been named:" Mr. Potato Head" Let me tell you why. He's tan. He's cute. He knows the importance of accessorizing. And if he looks at another girl, you can rearrange his face. I don't know if Mr. or Ms. Potato Head is right for you. But I'm not a big believer in the idea that we MUST find a perfect match, anyway. There are plenty of happy people who are not paired with someone else. And there are also plenty who may not say they found Mr. or Ms. Right, but are living quite happily with Mr. Almost Right or Ms. Close Enough. Marriage and long-term commitments may not be for everyone, but if you plan to be with someone a long time, can you stay in love ...
368. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Material vs. Spiritual. [Messages]
... our very life, not just to our parents, but to the Savior Himself, for without His divine intervention mankind would not even exist. You see, you and I are not on this planet to make a name for ourselves in the business world, or to gather all the material items we can afford, nor even to eat, drink and be merry. Certainly, God wishes our ultimate joy and happiness, but our greater purpose is to worship God and love one another. Again you say," What? How can I worship God when I can't even see Him ?" Everything we do and say is a testament of our faith in God. Either our deeds will glorify Him, or bring Him shame." Yes, but is it realistic to expect us to also love one another ," you then say," I mean, are we to also love those who murder, steal and rob us of our freedom ?" Love ...
369. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Little Things. [Messages]
... that a local resident showed up to lend a hand. In fact, he put on the spare without much help from me at all. He only asked that I return the favor one day while I shook his hand and promised I would. He reminded me too about the difference between an ordinary life and a great one. The difference isn t money, success, education, fame, or power. It is instead the little things we do everyday with love. The difference is stopping on the side of the road to help someone change a tire. It is opening a door for an elderly person. It is mowing a sick neighbor s lawn and picking up their groceries. It is listening to someone as they tell you their problems. It is bending down to pet a dog, scratch a cat, or talk to a child. It is saying," please, thank you, your welcome, and I love ...
370. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Bonds Of Love. [Messages]
... Bonds Of Love My neighbor that lives just down the hill from me has" adopted" the family that lives across the road from her. She joyously calls their children her grandchildren and the mother and father her son and daughter. Watching them together touches my heart and lights up my soul. They share more than just cookies and chores together too. They share closeness, caring, laughter, tears, goodness, and love. They are a true family through both tough times and tender moments. They show me daily that the bonds of love are greater even than the bonds of blood and that we truly are one family in this world. How glorious this Earth would be if only everyone followed their example. Wars would disappear overnight. Not a single child would go unfed. Joyous laughter would replace angry shouts. Hitting would turn into hugging. Smiles would sail from face to face, heart to heart, and soul to soul. ...
... were more and more often replaced by their friends and classmates, teachers and coaches, and I know that we were increasingly left out of the loop. It's not easy, but it's natural. Since the opportunity doesn't come as often as it once did, when it does I want to make it count. I may not get another chance for a while. Unfortunately, two very normal responses can make a mess of things in a hurry. Number One: I love them more than anything on earth and I don't want to see them hurt. Number Two: Along with my age (46) and experience (translation: many screw-ups) I have accumulated wisdom (translation: opinions) that I know will help my child avoid some pain and suffering. That's a pure motive, isn't it? It took me some time to figure out that while sometimes they are asking me to help them solve a problem, many times they just want ...
372. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Where would you go... [Messages]
... squander this opportunity. You don't often come across someone as generous as I! Ok, so where would you go? Would you escape from the late winter / early spring blahs and fly to some exotic tropical retreat to be pruned and pampered? Would you visit the family you never see enough, and treat them to the time of their lives? Would you see the pyramids, spy the Eiffel tower, or visit Mickey? How about Venice with the one you love? Rome? Humm... Keep going, there are lots of places to pick from, aren't there? What if I told you that I just found a way to travel back in time? Where would you go, and who would you visit? Would you join Neil Armstrong as he took mankind s first step on the moon? Would you step off the ship with Columbus? Would you sign on as Leonardo's (DaVinci, not DiCaprio) brush cleaner ...
373. "A Ray Of Sunshine" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... before suddenly spoke out with both laughter and kindness greeting this beam of light by name. Spirits that were feeling a little down were soon soaring skyward again. The entire store seemed happier all thanks to this walking ray of sunshine. This ray of light is my oldest son. In the eyes of the world he is seen as mentally handicapped. In the eyes of Heaven, however, he is seen as so much more. His concern, caring, laughter, love, gentleness, and good cheer light up the lives of everyone he meets. His bright and beautiful spirit touches the hearts of so many everyday. When it comes to the essential things in life he is far less handicapped than the rest of us. In the eyes of Heaven he is a shining angel on a divine mission to bring more love and more light into this world that needs it so much. While my son happily goes about making this world a better place ...
374. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Forever Gifts. [Messages]
... Forever Gifts Christmas is a season when we give gifts to those we love. Like the three wise men of old too we each hope to find the perfect gift to express our love. As I look back on all the perfect gifts that I have gotten over the years, however, I have noticed that none of them came wrapped in paper or were put under a tree. Still, each of them found a forever home in my heart. My Italian Grandma gave me the forever gifts of her big, strong hugs and soft, gentle kisses. My Mom s sweet smile, twinkling eyes, and joyful laughter were gifts which lit up my life for so many years. My Dad gave me the gifts of his wisdom and common sense even though I didn t always use them. My brothers gave me the gift of time. Although I was several years younger they always made the time to play with their" little ...
375. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Two Arms No Waiting. [Messages]
... Two Arms No Waiting I got to hug my Mom and my Grandma again today. It felt so good that for a moment my heart leapt for joy and my eyes filled with tears. In that second the whole world was full of love and the Earth felt like Heaven. Then it was over, because I awoke from my daydream. You see, my Mom and my Grandma both died years ago. I enjoyed every hug we shared over the years they were alive, but now I see I didn t hug them nearly enough. I don t know why I kept my arms and my heart closed so many times over the years. I don t know why it took me so long to realize that you can t take love or life for granted. If I had it to do over I would have hugged them a dozen times a day, every single day they were with me. If I could ...
376. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Early To Bed. [Messages]
... . It fascinates him. He says he can sit and watch it for hours. He was probably the same guy who went to his supervisor to ask for a raise." I am already planning on giving you a raise ," she said." Oh, great !" he said." When will it be effective ?"" As soon as you are !" shouted the boss. (Do you know that man ?) Someone said," Find a job that you love, and you'll never work a day in your life" Some people are fortunate enough to be able to find a job they love. But not everyone can follow their bliss into the marketplace. I've had jobs where my motto was closer to" Early to bed and early to rise, 'till you make enough money to do otherwise" I had to decide to at least try to like what I do, since I did not find myself doing what I liked. There ...
... . It is important to you that you don't have too much conflict, so you tend to give in often in order to keep the peace" He agreed." You like affection and will often reach out and hold your wife's hand for no reason at all" He smiled and nodded." And you remember birthdays and special days-these are important to you" He continued to smile and nod." And you particularly appreciate it when she says, 'I love you ' In fact, you need her to say that at least once a day"" EXACTLY !" he exclaimed with a broad smile, looking at his wife. Then I spoke to her." And you appreciate his sensitivity, but you tend to be more rational and logical" She smiled and nodded." You can be more objective than he can about personal criticism and may sometimes be too blunt with him" They both agreed." You like affection, ...
378. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Packing Your Suitcase. [Messages]
... are just a few of the things I have packed over the years. Each one of them has made my travels a little more beautiful. The sight of the clouds turning pink, purple and yellow during a mountain sunrise. The sound of my children s laughter. The smell of my Nana s home cooked spaghetti sauce on a Sunday afternoon after Church. The taste of cold water from a pure, mountain stream. The feeling of a hug given in love. The sight of my daughter s dog wiggling with delight when she comes home from school. The joy of singing along with an uplifting song. The pleasure of watching a butterfly feed on the flowers I planted in the Spring. The peace that comes from breathing in deep the fresh air right after a Summer rain. The bliss of saying," I love You God" and then hearing God s gentle voice say in my heart," I love you ...
379. "A Spittin' Image" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... Uncle Remus stories, explained that when an American slave seemed to be saying," spittin ' image ," he or she was actually saying," spirit and image ," as: "'He's the spi'it 'n ' image of his daddy" It meant more than they merely looked alike. Spirit and image-alike, inside and out. And what makes it even more interesting is the ancient truth from the monk Bernard of Clairvaux (1090-1153 ), who said," What we love we shall grow to resemble" Or put another way, we become the spi'it 'n ' image of that which we hold dear. We are shaped by that which we admire most, and by the people we love most. It works like this: Those who admire success may become" the image of success" Those who admire ambition will, to even a casual observer, look ambitious, perhaps even driven. Those who admire and love the gentle saints of their faith ...
380. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Making Room At The Inn. [Messages]
... Making Room At The Inn In his wonderful book" Seven Stories of Christmas Love" the author Leo Buscaglia writes about arriving in Hindu Bali on the day before Christmas. The natives in the village of Ubud welcome him with open arms and invite him to join in their feasts and celebrations. At one point Leo mentions how happy he is to be with them at Christmas and is asked by the natives," What is Christmas ?" Leo then tells them the Christmas story about the birth of Jesus. The villagers are entranced by the beauty of it, but one point confuses them. Why did noone invite Mary and Joseph into their home? Why didn t anyone make room at the Inn for the pregnant mother about to give birth? In their culture room would always be made for visitors. Leo left a few days later with them still puzzling over why noone would make room for Mary. That story made me wonder if I would ...
381. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Ah, There You Are. [Messages]
... then at least I could get some exercise. The last leaves of Autumn were thickly covering the ground. I walked for awhile on this beautiful, crunchy carpet and breathed in the fresh, cool air. It was so peaceful and wonderful. After walking for a bit I stopped and smiled. I suddenly knew where to look. I glanced down and saw my joy peeking up at me from deep inside my soul. It had been sitting there right next to my love and God s love just waiting for me to find it." Ah, there you are ," I said. Then I laughed at myself for not knowing where to look all along. It is amazing how we so often look for joy in every single place except the only place where it can truly be found, within ourselves. We are like a person running around searching for the glasses that are perched on the top of his head. We need to stop ...
382. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love in action? [Messages]
... Love in action?" If anyone. sees his brother in need but has no pity on him, how can the love of God be in him ?" Tim Hansel tells of a seminary professor who set up his preaching class in an unusual way. He scheduled his students to preach on The Good Samaritan. One by one they were to go from classroom to classroom, preaching love and compassion for others. Some students had 10 minutes between classes, but others had less time, which forced them to rush in order to meet the schedule. Each of the students had to walk down a certain corridor and pass by 'a beggar ' who had been deliberately 'planted ' there by the professor. What happened was a powerful lesson! The number of would-be-preachers who stopped to help this man was extremely low, especially those who were under the pressure of time! Rushing to preach their sermon on The Good Samaritan, they all walked right past the ...
383. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Web Of Love. [Messages]
... Web Of Love Listen to how a simple ball of yarn became a web of love for one classroom of high school students. Their teacher seated the students in a circle on the carpeted floor. One member of the group was instructed to toss a ball of yarn to someone across the circle, holding tightly to one end. The recipient took hold of the string and listened as the one who tossed it shared something that she especially liked about him. Keeping hold of the string, he then tossed the ball across the circle to someone else and affirmed something positive about her. The ball of yarn was tossed across and around the circle until everyone had both heard and shared encouragement .and thus the yarn became a woven web of love and good feelings. Before they went their separate ways, the teacher took scissors and snipped through the web. Each person took a piece of yarn away as a remembrance of the special words they heard. Surprisingly ...
384. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Bread, Water and Love. [Messages]
... Bread, Water and Love I was hungry! My stomach ached as I opened and shut the kitchen cabinets. Every single one of them was empty. Mechanical breakdowns at the sawmill I was working at had caused the hours I worked to be cut back a lot that month. I was due to pick up my next paycheck the following day and that would buy my young family another week s worth of food. I just wasn t sure, however, if we would be eating until then. I opened the last cabinet and smiled with relief. There was a box of macaroni and cheese left for dinner that night and a little cereal left for my children s breakfast the next morning." At least my kids wouldn t be hungry ", I thought. Another pain from my empty stomach sent me over to the breadbox. I opened it and saw two slices of bread left. I went to the refrigerator and ...
385. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Look Of Love. [Messages]
... A Look Of Love For those of us who have pets, we know that they are loyal to us and give us these looks that make our heart tender. They are a joy to us and give us companionship. There is One who gives us looks of Love, Peace, Joy, Happiness, and Faithfulness. Jesus gives us these looks through other people. He has not been here for over two thousand years. He has left us to spread His looks of Love. When others look at you, what do they see? Do they see a grouchy person with a bad attitude who dares others to smile at them? Jesus wants us to smile with Joy and Love at others. I have a parakeet that is a gift from God, who fills me with joy every day and brings me happiness. Sometimes however, I get irritable if I am not feeling good and take it out on her. God never gets irritable ...
386. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Happiness. [Messages]
... at the closed door that we don't see the one which has been opened for us. The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch and swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best conversation you've every had. It's true that we don't know what we've got until we lose it, but it's also true that we don't know what we've been missing until it arrives. Giving someone all your love is never an assurance that they'll love you back! Don't expect love in return; just wait for it to grow in their heart but if it doesn't, be content it grew in yours. It takes only a minute to get a crush on someone, an hour to like someone, and a day to love someone, but it takes a lifetime to forget someone. Don't go for looks; they can deceive. Don't go for wealth; even that fades away. ...
387. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Fresh Start. [Messages]
... . You can t clean your house by sweeping the sidewalk, after all. How did I get my fresh start then? Why, I simply opened my eyes this morning. You see, everyday of our lives can be a fresh start if we wish. Each new morning is another gift from God when we can begin again to clean our house within and to live our lives better than we did before. Each new day is a fresh beginning to choose love, create joy, spread laughter, help others, and give something back to the world. Each new moment is another chance to share a hug, a smile, a compliment, or an act of kindness. It doesn t matter how many mistakes we have made, wrong turns we have taken, or days we have wasted. We all can begin again this morning, this day, and right now. God is there waiting to help us to live and ...
388. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Dear Child. [Messages]
... at you and see a precious, priceless pearl. There is no ocean I would not swim, no mountain I would not climb, no price I would not pay to have you and to be with you and call you my own. I already have. I have done all that I could, given all that there is. I desire to be with you every moment of every day. How I long for you to talk to Me every day. My love for you never grows cold. My promises are never broken (contrary to what he might lead you to believe). My character never changes. And you, my child have been made in My image. I love you dearly, unconditionally and completely. I understand every emotion that you have. I've been there. I count every tear that you cry. I know every hair on your head. And do you know what? I even know your weaknesses and your ...
389. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Creed to Live By. [Messages]
... the future. By living your life ONE DAY AT A TIME you will live all the days of your life. Don't give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over. until the moment you stop trying. Don't be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect; it is this fragile thread that binds us to each other. Don't be afraid to encounter risks, It's by taking chances we learn how to be brave. Don't shut LOVE out of your life by saying it's impossible to find. The quickest way to receive LOVE is to give LOVE, the fastest way to lose LOVE is to hold it too tightly and the best way to keep LOVE is to give it wings. Don't dismiss your dreams. To be without dreams is to be without HOPE; To be without HOPE is to be without purpose. Don't run through life so fast that you forget not only WHERE YOU'VE BEEN-but also- ...
... One moment I was walking around campus and the next, I was in Boston University Hospital for a week undergoing test after test. Time passed and now, at thirty-five, I have most of the site back. It's what's called 'eccentric ' vision. Basically, part of what I see out of my left eye is distorted and will remain that way, and part of it is fairly clear with the help of glasses. Recently, while reading" A Return To Love" by Marianne Williamson, a particular sentence captured my attention. It said," Holy Spirit, I am willing to see things differently" It was in reference to surrendering your life to God and realizing that what you see and do, if not out of love, isn't real. Only love is real and the Holy Spirit can guide you to what God wants you to see and do. The Holy Spirit will allow you to cast your burdens to God. So ...
... and hugged him. The leper looked at the young man with tears in his eyes and said that was the first time anyone had touched him in many years. That blessed moment began a change in the young man s heart and started him on a different path that would also affect the whole world. You see, that young man would later become Saint Francis of Assisi. There are many types of" lepers" in our modern world that could use our love, help, and hugs. The homeless, sick, poor, disabled, elderly, and mentally handicapped often have to wear the" bells" that society forces on them. Many of them go through life either avoided or looked down upon. Like that young man, though, we can make a difference in their lives with just one gesture of caring and love. Like him we can let God s love shine through us to touch their hearts and souls. ...
392. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Great Advice. [Messages]
... Great Advice Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. Marry a man / woman you love to talk to. As you get older, their conversational skills will be as important as any other. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. When you say," I love you ," mean it. When you say," I'm sorry ," look the person in the eye. Be engaged at least six months before you get married. Believe in love at first sight. Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams don't have much. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely. In disagreements, fight fairly. Please No name calling. Don't judge people by their relatives. Talk slowly but think quickly. When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask," Why do you ...
393. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Nuggets Of Gold. [Messages]
... Nuggets Of Gold Love starts with a smile, grows with a kiss, and ends with a tear. Don't cry over anyone who won't cry over you Good friends are hard to find, harder to leave and impossible to forget. You can only go as far as you push. Actions speak louder than words. The hardest thing to do is watch the one you love, love somebody else. Don't let the past hold you back, you're missing the good stuff. Life's short. If you don't look around once in a while you might miss it. A BEST FRIEND is like a four leaf clover, HARD TO FIND and LUCKY TO HAVE. Some people make the world SPECIAL just by being in it. BEST FRIENDS are the siblings God forgot to give us. When it hurts to look back, and you're scared to look ahead, you can look beside you and your BEST FRIEND will be there. Don't frown. You ...
... inside comes out. If you are full of sour grapes then you will give the world vinegar. If you are full of good fruits then you will give the world orange juice. Maybe my good fruits are finally ripening while my sour grapes are dying on the vine. Maybe I am finally gardening my soul the way that God wants me to. One thing I do know, however, is that the more you fill your heart, soul, and mind with love and thankfulness the less room there is for anything else. The more you love God, yourself, and others the less room there is for anger and hate. The more you thank God for your life and every good thing in it the less room there is for fear and worry. The more good fruits you plant and care for the less room there is for sour grapes in the garden of your life. May you always fill your heart, soul, and mind ...
... the fresh air and thanked God for this glorious day to be alive. I thought that only one thing was missing that would make this a perfect moment: a little morning music. Then suddenly I heard it. God had granted my wish. The morning music had arrived. It was the first birdsongs of the year. After the cold and silent mornings of Winter nothing could have sounded sweeter. The music was coming from every direction. The birds were singing for love, for joy, and for God. They were calling on Spring to hurry along and life to return to this world once more. I stood still and just listened. I could feel my own soul awakening to Heaven s joy and my own heart filling with God s love. It truly was a perfect moment. Sometimes we all go through the harshness of Winter in our lives. Sometimes we all feel cold, dead, and quiet inside. Sometimes we ...
396. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I See God. [Messages]
... . I can see its affect on the trees as they dance in its breeze. I can feel its gentle kiss on my cheek. I can watch as it lifts a fallen leaf and makes it dance and fly through the air. In the same way I can t see God s face while I am here on Earth, but I still know He is here. I can see the affect He has on countless souls. I can feel His gentle love flow through so many human hearts. I can watch as He lifts a fallen person and helps them to dance and fly once again. I can see God in a thousand kind acts everyday. He smiles in every person s smile. He greets us in every friendly wave. He touches us in every heartfelt hug. He inspires us in every caring thought. He uplifts us in every encouraging word. His love lives in our love and His life lives in each ...
397. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Still We Sing. [Messages]
... Still We Sing I love that first day of birdsong we get here in the mountains each year. It usually happens in the first week of March, but it came early and caught me by surprise this year. I had just woken up and was walking my dogs in the warm morning air. Suddenly the sun rose over the hilltops, the world grew golden, and the birds started to sing. At least 12 different birdsongs poured out from the treetops. Each one had its own melody, its own beauty, and its own joy. As they blended together the whole world seemed full of love, full of wonder, and full of light. It was a glorious Symphony that Beethoven or Mozart themselves would have been proud of. It sang praises to the goodness of life and the greatness of God. I was so delighted to be able to hear it once again. I knew too that it would continue for several weeks to ...
398. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sunrise In A Cemetery. [Messages]
... . That is just what I did this morning. I stood outside in the cold, quiet, and peaceful air and watched the beauty of God s creation appear over the mountaintops. It was such a glorious sight. I stood there and saw the red clouds change to pink then purple and then yellow. I looked down on the snowy ground and watched it sparkle with joy in the morning sun. I breathed in deep and smiled. I could feel the love of God all around me and even though it was way below freezing I still felt warm inside. The writer Robert Fulghum once quoted a great piece of advice given to a friend of his. It was to" Spend one hour some Sunday watching the sunrise while walking in a cemetery" Since I have a cemetery next to my backyard I decided to follow this advice myself today. Watching the sunshine glistening off the gravestones quickly put everything in perspective for me. I realized ...
399. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God's GPS. [Messages]
... we all can use when we find ourselves lost on this road of life. This GPS won t give us a lighted map or step by step directions. It will, however, help us to make the right choices to get where we need to go. This GPS will even let us make a wrong turn if we want to, but it will always gently nudge us back to the right highway to take us home. This GPS is God s love. God s love is always there to nurture us and guide us as we travel on. It is there to help us make every choice and decide on every turn. It is there to help us drive our lives down the right road and to enjoy the scenery along the way. It may even guide us off the highway at times to help a stranded motorist or pick up a lost hitchhiker. One thing is sure though. God s love will always ...
400. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Good Advice. [Messages]
... Good Advice Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. Marry a man / woman you love to talk to. As you get older, theirconversational skills will be as important as any other. Don't believe all you hear, spend all you have or sleep all you want. When you say," I love you ", mean it. When you say," I'm sorry ", look the person in the eye. Be engaged at least six months before you get married. Believe in love at first sight. Never laugh at anyone's dreams. People who don't have dreams don't have much. Love deeply and passionately. You might get hurt but it's the only way to live life completely. In disagreements, fight fairly. No name calling. Don't judge people by their relatives. Talk slowly but think quickly. When someone asks you a question you don't want to answer, smile and ask," Why do you want to ...
401. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sweet Morning Music. [Messages]
... Sweet Morning Music I love the sweet morning music that comes to the woodlands here in the Springtime. As I go out to walk my dogs at daybreak I can literally hear dozens of birds singing songs of love, joy, and delight. Often I pause our walk to just listen to the beautiful music of these feathered angels. The dozens of different songs float through the cool morning air to form a Heavenly symphony for my happy ears. They bring a smile to my face and a song to my own heart as well. They awaken the sweet morning music in my own soul as I watch the sun climb over the mountains, tell God how much I love Him, and thank Him again for my life here. Of course, not all of the music in this world is so sweet. There are lyrics of loneliness in this world. There are notes of pain that can pierce your heart. There are songs of discord and ...
402. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Not Perfect. [Messages]
... . Thinking about this made me smile and reminded me that you don't have to be perfect in order to live a blessed life. God knows that I am far from perfect myself. I make mistakes every single day of my life. I am still a gnarled, empty, tree trunk much of the time. I do try, however, moment by moment and choice by choice to live a good life. I do try each day to choose and to share love and joy. I do try to grow in oneness with God more and more as I travel the path of life. I think, in fact, one of the best moments in my life was the moment that I decided to stop trying to be perfect and to just live in love and joy while sharing all the gifts that God gave me. We all need to stop trying to be perfect. We all need to stop judging ourselves and just love ourselves. We ...
403. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Why Women Love Men. [Messages]
... Why Women Love Men They've got that comfortable place on their shoulder that's perfect for snuggling into while we fall asleep. They're at peace with their bodies, except for maybe some minor anxiety over height, weight, and baldness. They fall in love so hard, once they finally fall. Bravery around snakes, water bugs, bats and flat tires. Their unapologetic lust for a nice hunk of beef or chocolate cake. Their ability to solve problems simply by throwing a ball around. The glimpse you get, when they wear their baseball cap backward of their inner Little Leaguer. How tender they get when they cry, and how seldom they do it. What they lack in talk, they tend to make up for in action. They make excellent companions when driving through rough neighborhoods or walking past dark alleys. They really love their moms. They remind us of our dads. They don't mind accompanying a woman to a party even though ...
404. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Biker Chick (Testimony) [Messages]
... Biker Chick (Testimony) Hi! My name is Frannie. As a young girl I was abused by a father who did not know the meaning of love. In an attempt to find love I joined a motorcycle club and became a drug-addict, biker chick, and strip dancer. I had two obsessions in life-to find love, and to hate my father. When I learned he was dying, I told my mother that I would spit on his grave and laugh at him in hell. I developed panic attacks. A neighbor took me to church with her. I sat there in my biker garb and heard about Jesus ' love for me. The next thing I knew I was at the altar crying tears of sorrow and asking Jesus to heal me. That was thirteen years ago and I have never looked back. I am free of panic attacks and my dad and I are reconciled. I am now riding to Heaven ...
405. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Work Of Our Souls. [Messages]
... have. Machines may be able to do some things for us, but they can never do these things for us. Machines may be able to do a lot of work in this world, but they can t do the work of our souls. The work of our souls is the real reason we are here, after all. The work of the world may put food in our bellies and clothes on our backs, but the work of our souls puts love in our hearts and joy in our lives. There is an old saying that goes we all should:" Work to live, but live to love" People can do both. Machines never can. Remember then to always love from your heart and work from your soul. Every time you share a smile at work God smiles as well. Every time you bring a little laughter to those you work with you bring laughter to the angels as well. Every time you ...
406. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Gift Of A Hug. [Messages]
... shining through them. Then in a moment of inspiration and wisdom I said:" I think that a big hug from you would be the best gift in the world" My dear son got right up, wrapped his arms around me and gave me just what I asked for. The precious gifts didn t end there either. On Father s Day I got several more hugs from both of my sons and my daughter too. Each one shared all the love they had for me and I had for them. Each one brought us so much joy. Each one made us feel connected, cherished, and whole. Those wonderful hugs made it one of the best Father s Days of my life. I have received a lot of gifts from family and friends over the years. I enjoyed every single one of them too. Still, those hugs from my 3 children have to be at the top of my list of the ...
407. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Big Boys Do Cry. [Messages]
... over, lay my head on the steering wheel, and cried. I cried until the tears couldn t fall anymore. I cried until the pain that I was holding onto so strongly finally fled my heart. After that night I realized something. Big boys do cry. In fact, it is the biggest hearts that cry the most. I realized too that it is our tears that can release us from our anger and our grief while reconnecting us to our love and our God. Tears help us to embrace this often bittersweet life. They help us to keep growing closer to each other in love and joy instead of shutting ourselves up in dull, aching, and lonely hearts. These days I cry a lot more often. Sometimes the tears are sad. Sometimes the tears are joyous. But always the tears are full of love. I do my best to follow the advice of Leo Buscaglia who said," Crying is good ...
... , even despite the obvious tax benefits, refused to give any of their money away. Some are spending more money on grooming their pets than on feeding hungry children. They simply have not discovered the importance and power of giving. And sadly, these wealthier clients are in a position to do something significant, but they choose to do nothing at all. Author Kent Nerburn wrote a book titled LETTERS TO MY SON: A Father's Wisdom on Manhood, Life, and Love. In one letter, he teaches his son the value of generosity:" Remember to be gentle with yourself and others. We are all children of chance, and none can say why some fields will blossom and others lay brown beneath the August sun. Care for those around you. Look past your differences. Their dreams are no less than yours, their choices in life no more easily made. And give. Give in any way that you can, of whatever ...
409. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Watch The Children. [Messages]
... Watch The Children I just love weekday afternoons in May. It is during this special time that I get to see one of the most wonderful sights in the world. It is a sight that teaches me again and again about what life truly is all about. I get to see it mainly when I go to pick up my youngest son from school. I can even hear it as I get out of my car. Its musical and magical sound floats happily through the air from the playground just off the preschool building. It is the sound of children at play. Each day just before I pick up my boy I take in this glorious and happy sight of the preschool children having one last recess before they go home. Many of the parents are there as well smiling as they watch that special joy that their children are creating. I look on as one happy boy swings and calls out for his teacher to watch. I see ...
... A Wife's Ten Commandments You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind; and you shall love your husband as yourself. You shall not make your husband into an idol, but you shall love, honor, respect, and submit to him as unto the Lord. You shall not take your husband's name in vain, through gossip, slander, criticism, complaint, or mockery; but you shall bless him both privately and publicly. You shall work heartily as unto the Lord and as directed by Him and your husband, not by your own ideas of what should be done. You shall not be so busy working, however, that you neglect to get alone with God everyday. During this quiet time, you shall pray diligently for your husband. You shall also be willing to put aside work in order to 'play ' when your husband asks you. You ...
411. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- "To Be Remembered" [Messages]
... knew it was you. I was telling my friend as we walked by. I just knew it was you because of your smile. You always smile. Every time I see you, you're always smiling" My heart started pounding. My eyes opened wide. This perfect stranger touched me deep inside. It wasn't my ego or needing to boast. She did something wonderful that I needed most. She said," I have noticed that you always smile. I love that about you, I have for awhile. It is such a pleasure to see someone kind. When I think of happy I have you in mind" Forgive me for asking, I am sure that it's true," You do know that God is smiling down on you ?" Perhaps that explains it, my smiling you see. It is a reflection of God's love for me. So, now I must ask you how do you want to be remembered? To ...
412. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Five Balls. [Messages]
... or for the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live ALL the days of your life. Don't give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying. Don't be afraid to admit that you are less than perfect. It is this fragile thread that binds us together. Don't be afraid to encounter risks It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave. Don't shut love out of your life by saying it's impossible to find. The quickest way to receive love is to give; the fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly; and the best way to keep love is to give it wings. Don't run through life so fast that you forget not only where you've been, but also where you are going. Don't forget that a person's greatest emotional need is to feel appreciated. Don't be afraid to learn. Knowledge is ...
413. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Three Cell Phones. [Messages]
... end countless lives in war. Albert Einstein saw the fruit of his genius used to create abundant power that helps millions of people everyday. He saw as well it used to build bombs that could kill us all a hundred times over. Every invention and every piece of technology can be used to help us grow better and closer together or it can be used to distance us and destroy us. The choice is in how we use it. The key I feel is love. God s greatest wish is for us to love each other. I hope you make all of your calls and e-mails joyous gifts of love then. But if there is someone right beside you who needs your love don t be afraid to turn off the electronics, look them in the eye, and give them a hug.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph ...
414. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Asking Forgiveness. [Messages]
... Asking Forgiveness My Grandma whom we all called Nanny was a solid, first-generation, Italian immigrant. She came to this country with her family on a tiny ship during World War I when she was only 8 years old. During the trip she survived stormy seas, little food, and an attack by a German U-boat. After getting here her large family worked hard to build a new life in America. They never had much money but were rich in love. Nanny grew up, married, and raised 4 sons of her own. And then when my parents moved back into her home she helped to raise me too. One day when I was about 5 or 6 years old my parents and brothers went on a trip. It was just me and Nanny in the house for the weekend. Nanny seemed so happy to be taking care of me all by herself. She made me a special breakfast that first morning. I was too ...
... . My 2 year old daughter had dragged her 5 year old brother into the box to hide from Daddy. I gently stepped over the toys they had emptied out to make room for themselves, leaned down and tickled my little girl. She squealed with delight and wrapped her arms around my neck. I smiled and gave her a big kiss on the cheek. I hugged her and her brother then put them back to bed. Gazing down at them I realized that Love was the only Christmas gift we needed. Looking back on that time reminds me of what Christmas is all about. It isn t about how expensive the gifts we give and receive are. It is rather about the birth of another special child some two thousand years ago. This child would grow up to teach us all how to love each other. He would give us all so much joy. He would show us all how to face the trials of this life ...
416. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Part Of The Choir. [Messages]
... choir of joyous singers that was our church. As I grew up too I found many other ways to sing my soul s song without using my throat s voice. One way was by putting a pen to paper and later my fingers to a keyboard. In this way I was able to share the inspiring thoughts, words, and experiences that my Heavenly Father so often gave me. In this way I was able to encourage others as well to choose love, share joy, and grow in oneness with God even as I learned to do so more and more in my own life. As the years have gone by too I have realized something. I am only one voice in millions out there writing, speaking, and singing out the beautiful truth for all the world to hear. I often see the others online, in newspapers, on television, in books, and even on the street. Some have become rich and ...
417. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- "You Are Worth It". [Messages]
... your fingers by living in the past nor for the future. By living your life one day at a time, you live all the days of your life Do not give up when you still have something to give. Nothing is really over until the moment you stop trying. It is a fragile thread that binds us to each other. Do not be afraid to encounter risks. It is by taking chances that we learn how to be brave. Do not shut love out of your life by saying it is impossible to find. The quickest way to receive love is to give love; The fastest way to lose love is to hold it too tightly. Do not dismiss your dreams. To be without dreams is to be without hope; To be without hope is to be without purpose. Do not run through life so fast that you forget not only where you have been, but also where you are going. Life is not a ...
418. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Passionate Living. [Messages]
... / Oct. 2000) Psychologist Abraham Maslow had a similar experience. After his first heart attack he realized that his remaining days on earth were short. He wrote about it to a friend:" My river never seemed so beautiful (Maslow lived in Cambridge, Massachusetts, on the Charles River). The confrontation with death-and reprieve from it-makes everything look so precious, so sacred, so beautiful and I feel more strongly than ever the impulse to love it, to embrace it, and to let myself be overwhelmed by it" Can you imagine feeling that way? He ends with this remarkable statement:" Death and its ever present possibility makes love, passionate love, more possible. I wonder if we could love passionately, if ecstasy would be possible at all, if we knew we'd never die" Why wait until we are told by a doctor that we may not have much time to live. Aren't we all ...
419. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Heavenly Person. [Messages]
... my oatmeal, and dream of going back to bed. I have often wondered how she has so much energy in the morning, but then I realized the simple truth the other day: she takes a lot more naps than I do. I know a few people, however, who go beyond being just a morning or an evening person. These people may get tired and need naps just like the rest of us, but even when their energy is low their love is still high. They are Heavenly persons. They care, they laugh, and they smile even through the worst pains and challenges. They face life without fear. They share love with no thought of reward. And they meet death with a faith and peace that passes all understanding. They give all their days here to bring Heaven closer to Earth. They spend their whole lives showing the rest of us how to live in love and oneness with God. The good ...
420. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Thoughts Of Yesterday. [Messages]
... a few annoyed looks as they walk around the smaller frames on my mantles. It may be they miss their old napping spots or it may be because there are no pictures of them there. Either way I am not taking a single frame down. Each one of them is a second of joy frozen forever in time. Each one brings a warm thought of yesterday to my mind and a peaceful smile of happiness to my face. Each one brings a memory of love to my heart and the sweet taste of laughter to my lips. They are all moments of life and light that I cherish. Sadly, not every moment of our lives can be as joyful as these beautiful pictures. Some of our thoughts of yesterday are full of pain, grief, and loss. Some of our times on this world are ones of great growth but great suffering as well. Sometimes we stumble, fall, and make mistakes. Sometimes we are hurt ...
421. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Swing and a Hug. [Messages]
... stood wearily in the parents waiting area watching for my children. Suddenly, I felt two tiny arms wrap around my stomach. I looked down and there was the little girl from the playground smiling up at me. She gave me one more big hug before heading off to catch her bus. As I watched her go I didn t feel quite so tired anymore and my spirit was once again soaring in the Heavens. In this life every single bit of love we share finds its way back to us again. It may travel from heart to heart or it may blossom in the soul where it was planted. It may take seconds or it may take years. God s law of love, though, is never broken. What we give, we get back. What we sow, we reap. The love we share, the kindness we give, and the joy we create will always come back to bless us in ...
422. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Set For Life. [Messages]
... I was a boy. We had no insurance and the fire had taken everything we had except our own lives. When my Dad looked through the ashes he could only find one thing: the plastic case that my Mom always kept her wedding and Mother s rings in. It had melted around them and saved them from the flames. I can remember Mom crying when he brought them to her. They were not worth much money, but they symbolized the priceless love and joy that our family shared. I can see now that this love and joy were our true treasures. They were all we really needed to be set for life. When it comes to truly being set for life we have to look away from our paychecks and look within ourselves. Making a living is not the same as living. Money and stuff may be nice to have, but the pleasures they bring are momentary and fleeting. True happiness comes from real treasures ...
423. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Sweetest Sound. [Messages]
... August evening. As it often can be with families dealing with autism it had been a long day full of ups and downs for us both. There had been both laughter and joy and frustration and tears. Now as the sun was finally setting his eyes started to droop as he changed into his pajamas. I smiled at my sleepy son and leaned forward to kiss his forehead. Gently taking his face in my hands I looked him in the eyes." I love you son ", I said. His eyes sparkled for a moment and a smile appeared on his face. Then I heard him say more clearly than he ever had before," I love you" Those beautiful words sang in my ears and flew into my heart. It was the sweetest sound I had ever heard. At that moment I fully saw with my eyes, ears, and heart the wonderful, bright, shining soul that lives within my son. May you ...
424. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Price of Children. [Messages]
... $171.08 a week.*A mere $24.24 a day!*Just over a dollar an hour. Still, you might think the best financial advice is, 'don't have children if you want to be 'rich. Actually, it is just the opposite. What do you get for your $160, 140.00?*Naming rights. First, middle, and last!*Glimpses of God every day.*Giggles under the covers every night.*More love than your heart can hold.*Butterfly kisses and Velcro hugs.*Endless wonder over rocks, ants, clouds, and warm cookies.*A hand to hold usually covered with jelly or chocolate.*A partner for blowing bubbles and flying kites.*Someone to laugh yourself silly with, no matter what the boss said or how your stocks performed that day. For $160, 140.00, you never have to grow up. You get to:*finger-paint ...
... the other hand reflected all that is wrong with our society today. I found myself aching with George as he saw how terrible the world would be without him. I found myself praying along with him as he asked God to please let him live again. I found myself laughing and cheering too as the movie came to its beautiful ending. I even found myself singing along in its last minutes as George was surrounded by his family and friends in a room overflowing with love and joy. This blessing of a movie made me think that this world could use a few more George Bailey s and a lot less Mr. Potter s in it. This world needs to see again that people are more important than profits, that kindness is more valuable than cash, that friends and family mean more than stocks and bonds, and that goodness and love are the greatest riches of all. I wish all of you a wonderful life. May ...
426. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Winter Sunrise. [Messages]
... A Winter Sunrise God gave us the most glorious Winter sunrise this morning. The huge clouds seemed to float majestically across the entire sky. The reds, pinks, purples, and yellows mixed together to create a beautiful, joyous, and uplifting sight for the eyes, mind, heart, and soul. Birds flew silently and peacefully across the Heavens, and the entire world seemed to be quietly rejoicing in the love and care God put into this morning light. It was so fantastic and so heart warming a sight that I couldn't stand to just watch it through the windows of my heated home. I wanted to be out there surrounded by it. I quickly pulled on my coat then and stepped out on my porch. I looked up to the Heavens with a smile on my face. I breathed in deeply the icy, morning air. I felt my heart beating with happiness, my mind filling with peace, and my soul dancing ...
... How To Be Really Patriotic From the earliest that I can remember, I was taught to love our country, just as I was taught to love God. I still get tears in my eyes when I see the flag waving or hear the National Anthem or God Bless America. I love this country! I am thankful that I was raised by parents who felt good about paying their taxes and felt that the government was staffed by honorable people. That may seem a little naοve today, but I am glad they taught me that this is a Godly nation which has pure and good motives. No one can read the Declaration of Independence and our Constitution and not KNOW that this nation was founded upon Godly principles. For some 200 years, the majority of this nation has placed God first in our hearts. Then during the last half of the last century, something began to happen to our faith in God. We began to place our ...
... garbage bin with the pillow. As I opened the bin with a snarl, though, I felt a ray of warmth touch my face. The sun had just risen over the trees and God had used its beams to give me a gentle kiss on the cheek. I looked up as the light bathed my face and saw a single bird soaring across the sky and flying into the sunrise. It was a sight so beautiful that it filled me with God s love. In that moment my soul went soaring to the heavens as well and I smiled again. In that second love flowed from my heart and joy touched my spirit. In that instant I felt full of faith and trust. I crumpled up my wasteful worries and tossed them in the trash with that worn out pillow. I looked towards the sky and asked God to forgive my foolishness. Then I dedicated another day to doing His will, sharing His love, and spreading ...
... been in many places, but I have never been in Cahoots. Apparently you can't go there alone. You have to be in Cahoots with someone. I've also never been in Cognito. I hear no one recognizes you there. I have, however, been in Sane. You have to be driven there. I have made several trips there, thanks to my family, friends and those where I have worked" I find myself in some interesting places-like Love. Have you ever been in Love? It can be a hard place to leave. Occasionally I find myself in Fear, in Doubt and, at times, in Capable. I don't like to spend a lot of time there. But what about Sincere? Have you been in Sincere, lately? I've been there and it is not an honorable place to go. A guy was in Sincere when he bought his wife a beautiful diamond ring for Christmas. Well, ...
430. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Principals of Eagles. [Messages]
... , he narrows his focus on it and sets out to get it. No matter the obstacle, the eagle will not move his focus from the prey until he grabs it. Have a vision and remain focused no matter what the obstacle and you will succeed. Eagles do not eat dead things. They feed only on fresh prey. Vultures eat dead animals, but eagles will not. Steer clear of outdated and old information. Always do your research well. Eagles love a the storm. When clouds gather, the eagles get excited. The eagle uses the storm's winds to lift it higher. Once it finds the wing of the storm, the eagle uses the raging storm to lift him above the clouds. This gives the eagle an opportunity to glide and rest its wings. In the meantime all the other birds hide in the leaves and branches of the trees. We can use the storms of life to rise to greater heights. Achievers ...
431. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Love Your Enemies. [Messages]
... Love Your Enemies Some years ago, a tiny Korean orphan arrived in the United States to join her adoptive family. She was nine months old and weighed only 9 pounds. She grew and blossomed in her new home, but remained a diminutive size. Her new name was Edie. One day when Edie was in second grade, she ran home from school, crying. She was frightened. That day, three new girls had been enrolled in her class. During the first recess, they picked the smallest girl in the class as the object of their anger and frustration. They pinched, poked, and pushed tiny Edie and threatened to beat her up. Edie had spent an hour in the principal's office with the three girls and was assured the teachers would be watching. The girls were given a warning. Edie's mother held her little one and comforted her. She learned later, after speaking with the principal, that the girls had ...
432. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Through A Wringer. [Messages]
... washer. The troubles and stresses of life always seem to want to squeeze and flatten every bit of peace and happiness out of us. Sometimes our whole day feels like my fingers did that time when I was a careless young boy. It is up to us, however, to not let ourselves stay flattened like an old, wet pair of pants. It is up to us to pick ourselves up and warm our hearts and souls again in the sunshine of God's love. It is up to us to choose the Heavenly scent of love and joy moment by moment to refresh our lives and to share with the world. I hope then that no matter how flattened you get by life at times you can still rise up to choose more joy and love. I hope that no matter how many times you are put through a wringer you can still come out stronger, better, and closer to God.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ ...
433. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Putting It Out There. [Messages]
... ," There's only two kinds of coaches-them that's been fired and them that's about to be fired" Sounds like they might want to make friends with rejection. Few things hold people back more than the fear of rejection. They don't ask for what they need because the answer may be no. They don't ask their boss for a raise or for more time off. They don't ask for help. They are afraid to be the first to say" I love you" (what if they don't hear" I love you" back ?). They don't ask for a better deal or a lower interest rate. They don't submit that manuscript to a publisher. In short, they don't let their wants and needs be known, for fear of being turned away, turned down or turned out. But the wonderful truth is this: If you can accept NO for an answer, you can ask for anything. ANYTHING. When no ...
434. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Seeing Angels. [Messages]
... suddenly became clear one day when I showed him his Grandma s picture and he giggled like he had known her all of his short life. It was then that it occurred to me that while my son may not have gotten to know my Mom in person, he had certainly gotten to know her angelic spirit watching over him. I was remembering all of this the other day while taking a stroll. It made my own spirit feel warm with God s love and joy. While I was walking along too I saw a little girl who I knew was always shy around strangers. I was amazed then when she looked at me, lit up in a big smile, and waved. That s when I realized that children can not only sometimes see the invisible angels around us, but can often see the angel living within each of us as well. I think that Earth would be a lot more like Heaven if we all ...
435. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Women. [Messages]
... Women Women have strengths that amaze men. They carry children, they carry hardships, they carry burdens but they hold happiness, love and joy. They smile when they want to scream. They sing when they want to cry. They cry when they are happy and laugh when they are nervous. Women wait by the phone for a" safe at home call" from a friend after a snowy drive home. Women have special qualities about them. They volunteer for good causes. They are pink ladies in hospitals, they bring food to shut ins. They are childcare workers, executives, attorneys, stay-at-home moms, biker babes and your neighbors. They wear suits, jeans, and they wear uniforms. They fight for what they believe in. They stand up for injustice. They are in the front row at PTA meetings They vote for the person that will do the best job for family issues. They walk and talk ...
436. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Letter. [Messages]
... person, not someone different and I will be forever grateful for that. My whole life was better because of how you treated me all those years ago" I quickly wrote back to my kindergarten friend and we corresponded happily for several years before the illness that she had struggled with since childhood finally took her life. I will never forget, however, just how much that simple kindness I had shared meant to her. It made me see that kindness, goodness, love, and joy truly are the most important things in the world. Every act of kindness we do touches another s heart. Every bit of goodness we share makes the world a better place. Every choice for love we make brings us and those around us closer to God. God blessed us with the power to help, heal, love, and change this world forever. Let s use that power and make both Earth and Heaven smile.~Joseph J ...
437. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Tap On The Shoulder. [Messages]
... right to the window he went. His internal clock knew that his sister should be home any second. I smiled as I watched him looking intently out the window while his sister emerged from her room. Quietly she snuck up behind him and ever so gently tapped him on the shoulder. The look on his face when he turned around and saw his big sis was one I have rarely seen in this life. It was pure bliss, pure joy, and pure love. His big eyes shined with delight, his toothless smile took up most of his face, and his tiny arms opened up to give his sister a very big hug. I realized a while ago that I had spent far too much of my own life looking out a window waiting for something or someone to bring me what I wanted in this life. It took me a long time to finally feel the gentle tapping on my own shoulder. When I turned around there ...
438. "A Long Way" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... I looked back at him, holding his scared puppy, and said a prayer for them both. It was yesterday. I was driving down the road enjoying a gloriously sunny, Spring day. Then in a green front yard I saw him. His teenage body was tall and strong. His nose no longer seemed big and fit well into his smiling face. He was throwing a ball to a healthy, happy dog with shining golden hair. His little act of love and kindness had indeed gone a long way. It had saved a dog s life, healed his own heart, and given this middle-aged man fresh hope for us all. I drove on in joy and said a little" Thank You" to God for the gift of love that lies in each of our hearts.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. ...
439. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Summer Light Show. [Messages]
... the fireflies have finally returned to put on another Summer light show every evening for all of us to enjoy. It is such a delight seeing their little, golden lights blinking on and off just like the lights on a Christmas tree. It brings me such joy watching my whole backyard and the woods around it twinkle like it is Christmastime while the warm, summer breezes tickle my face. It reminds me that anytime of the year can feel like Christmas if you have love in your heart and light in your soul. Still, there are times I feel a bit sorry for my firefly friends. They shine for only a brief time each Summer and their lights while beautiful last only a moment before fading again. In fact, I sometimes feel like a firefly myself. I try my best to shine long and bright with love, joy, and oneness with God, but it seems at times the most I can do is flicker. I ...
... parents called for the kindhearted pastor, who had befriended their daughter, to handle the final arrangements. As her little body was being moved, a worn and crumpled purse was found which seemed to have been rummaged from some trash dump. Inside was found 57 cents and a note scribble in childish handwriting which read," This is to help build the little church bigger so more children can go to Sunday school ," For two years she had saved for this offering of love. When the pastor tearfully read that note, he knew instantly what he would do. Carrying this note and the cracked, red pocketbook to the pulpit, he told the story of her unselfish love and devotion. He challenged his deacons to get busy and raise enough money for the larger building. But the story does not end there! A newspaper learned of the story and published it. It was read by a Realtor who offered them a parcel of land worth many ...
441. "A Joyful Noise" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... that it would be best if I only sang aloud when I was alone. Still I sing. When I am walking outside by myself, I sing. When I am in the shower I belt out a tune or two. When I am driving my car and a great song comes on the radio I join right in. Even when I am mowing the lawn in the Summer and shoveling snow from the drive in the Winter I find myself pouring out all the love and joy in my soul through my voice. Even though it may not be pleasant to others ears, it still brings happiness to my heart. After all, God never asked us to make a beautiful noise, only a joyful one. God doesn t care about the sound of our voices, the features of our faces, or the cut of our clothes. God only cares about the song in our souls. I pray then that all of you never ...
442. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Somebody. [Messages]
... if you're a" good" parent your child will" turn out well" Somebody thinks a child comes with directions and a guarantee. Somebody said" good" parents never raise their voices. Somebody never came out the back door just in time to see his or her child hit a golf ball through the neighbor's kitchen window. Somebody said you don't need an education to be a parent. Somebody never helped a fourth grader with his math. Somebody said you can't love the fifth child as much as you love the first. Somebody doesn't have five children. Somebody said a parent can find all the answers to child-rearing questions in books. Somebody never had a child stuff beans up his nose. Somebody said a parent can stop worrying after his or her child gets married. Somebody doesn't know that marriage adds a new son or daughter-in-law to their heartstrings. Somebody said your parents know you love them so you don't need to tell them. Somebody ...
443. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Price of a Child. [Messages]
... and knowing all that matters is it's healthy. Counting all 10 fingers and toes for the first time. Feeling the warmth of fat cheeks against your breast. Cupping an entire head in the palm of your hand. Making out da da or ma ma from all the cooing and gurgling. What do you get for your $160, 140? Naming rights. First, middle and last. Glimpses of God every day. Giggles under the covers every night. More love than your heart can hold. Butterfly kisses and Velcro hugs. Endless wonder over rocks, ants, clouds and warm cookies. A hand to hold, usually covered with jam. A partner for blowing bubbles, flying kites, building sand castles and skipping down the sidewalk in the pouring rain. Someone to laugh yourself silly with no matter what the boss said or how your stocks performed that day. For $160, 140, You never have to grow up. You ...
444. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Clocks. [Messages]
... seek out old mantle clocks, grandfather clocks, and pocket watches at antique shops. Perhaps it is because these old style time pieces give all of us a better sense of what time is. It is reassuring for me to look up at my old face clock on the wall and see the second hand gently ticking away. It reminds me that each and every second of this life is a precious choice and that I should do my best to live them all in love, joy, and oneness with God. I even have a clock that is broken that I keep on my kitchen wall. It gives me the right time exactly twice each day. It also reminds me, however, that I don t have forever in this life and that I should share that love, joy, and oneness with God with everyone everywhere every second that I can. There is one other time piece that I would like to have too: an ...
445. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- COINCIDENCE. [Messages]
... . Without the coincidence of my Grandma waking up at just the right second that fire would have cost us our lives as well as our home. Without that coincidence my Grandma, Mom, and Dad would never have touched the lives they did over the years that followed. Without it my brother would never have become a teacher and I would never have written a word. Without it my brothers and I would never have raised seven wonderful children. Without it all the love, learning, and joy my family has shared with others would have been lost. The next time a coincidence blesses your life then embrace it for the gift from God that it is. We are all watched over with so much love. May we make our lives a gift of love as well.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
446. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Tearing Down The Fences. [Messages]
... that divides their property. Frost questions why they are doing so, because there are no animals that need fencing in. He sees as well that the wall is a symbol of the barriers that people create to distance themselves from each other. He wisely writes that," Before I built a wall I d ask to know what I was walling in or walling out, And to whom I was like to give offence. Something there is that doesn t love a wall, That wants it down" His neighbor, however, who Frost describes as a" stone savage" who" moves in darkness" refuses to part from the ways of his forefathers and goes along foolishly with their belief that" Good fences make good neighbors" I wonder if Mr. Frost would have ever written this poem if he knew that the line he wrote in irony would be used again and again to encourage what he was so against. Perhaps he ...
... life. I spent the morning then cleaning my soul from top to bottom. I swept the negative thoughts from my mind and the harmful feelings from my heart. Worries, anger, hatred, and fear were tossed in the garbage can. Jealousy, envy, judgments, and desires were gathered up and thrown out. I polished the furniture with a soothing prayer. I washed down the walls with gratefulness to God. I freshened the air with the sweet scent of love and when I was done I felt peaceful and happy in my home once more. The house in which I sit may need a lot of work, but it will have to wait its turn. The home in which I live is what I am most concerned about. I hope that the same is true for you. I hope that you always strive to keep your soul bright, beautiful, and full of God s love and light. Remember when die you ...
448. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Autumn Of Our Lives. [Messages]
... Autumn Of Our Lives I love Autumn here in the mountains of West Virginia. The cool air and the hum of the heater in the morning soon gives way to the warm breezes flowing through the window fans in the afternoon. The delightful smell of dry leaves fills the air and in the evening I can sometimes catch glimpses of the deer feeding on the fallen apples from the apple tree in our backyard. The sound of happy children riding their bikes makes a sweet music for the ears as they play away the evening hours until darkness arrives. All of this wonderful joy takes place too under the brilliance of the mountains themselves. This time of the year they look like they were painted by Heaven s hand. Bit by bit the leaves on the trees transform into glorious golds, radiant reds, and outrageous oranges. Beautiful burgundies and browns soon appear too, as well as yellows that shine like the sun itself. This time of the ...
449. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Before I was a Mom. [Messages]
... got up in the middle of the night to make sure everything was okay, I didn't know how special it could feel to feed a hungry baby. Before I was a Mom; I had complete control of my mind, my thoughts and my body, I didn't know the feeling of having my heart outside of my body, I didn't know that having something so small could make me feel so important, I had never known the warmth, the joy, the love, the heartache, the wonderment, or the satisfaction of being a mom. Before I was a Mom; I never knew that something so small could effect my life so much, I never knew that I could love someone so much, I never knew I would love being a Mom, I didn't know the bond between a Mother and her child, I didn't know I was capable of feeling so much. Before I was Natalie's Mom.-Sharon L. Twitchell ...
450. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Rushing Or Living. [Messages]
... many people in this world are like that driver. They seem in a constant rush to get somewhere. They rush to work. They rush home. They rush off to their vacations and then rush back. They rush through every part of their lives. No matter how much they rush, though, they never seem to get anywhere. That is because they mistake rushing for living. God gave us these lives to learn in, to grow in, and to love in. Don t rush through them. There is no place that you need to be except where you are right now. You were meant to experience life, to cherish life, and to enjoy life: not to hurry through life. Your life is meant to be a journey of love and happiness not a race to some unseen finish line. Take your time and rejoice in every second that you are given here. Then when you look back on the life ...
451. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- As Old As I Used To Be. [Messages]
... as I used to be when I fretted about my weight and my thinning and graying hair. Now I just look in the mirror and smile. The body may look a little older, but the soul on the inside is younger than ever. I am not nearly as old as I used to be when I was always judging others, being angry with them, or worrying about what they thought of me. Now I just do my best to judge noone, love everyone, and share my joy with the world. Life I have found is too short to live any other way. You don t have to be as old as you used to be either. God made all of us both ageless and forever young. By choosing love, joy, and oneness with God you can always keep growing younger and younger on the inside. By sharing that love and joy you can give your youth, energy, and vitality to the ...
452. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Through His Eyes. [Messages]
... he gives us is far more precious. That present is seeing the way he lives with so much peace and happiness every single day of his life. He is the embodiment of the Christmas Spirit all year long. I am sure that God and all the angels must be smiling down as they watch this" special" son of mine. He lives the way we all should live. He sees the beauty of the world, the miracle of life, and the love of God in all things. He awakens the Christmas Spirit in me and everyone else he meets. I could never be a Scrooge myself, because I have the Spirit of Christmas Love and Joy sleeping down the hall from me. I only wish that the whole world could see Christmas and life through his eyes. My simple Christmas hope then is that all of you try to see life with the same joy, love, kindness, peace, happiness, wonder, and ...
... that my Mom had recently started working at after years of being a stay at home Mother. The first time I saw her come in the kitchen it was like an extra light had been turned on. Her smile was returned by everyone of the cooks and her gentle laughter and sweet good humor made the shift go by quickly. Her concern for her fellow workers made them open up their hearts to her and she was happy to fill those hearts with her compassion and love. She did her physical work well and did her spiritual work even better. And at the end of the day she seemed to have even more energy than when she had started. It was both strange and delightful to see my Mom in this new and wonderful way. I had thought that I had learned all that she could teach me, but now I was learning something brand new. Me and most of the other workers at that restaurant were there just to make ...
454. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Happy Moments. [Messages]
... unhappiness is a moment of happiness lost" I for one don t want to lose any more moments of happiness that I have left in this world. I want to use and enjoy every single one of them. It doesn t matter if they are spent working, playing, eating, reading, singing, praying, or just walking in the sunshine. I want to spend my time well and fill my life with happy moments. I want to choose love, share joy, and be one with God all day long every single day of my life. Happiness isn t something you find. Happiness is something you choose. Happiness is something you live. Life here is both precious and brief. Spend it well. Live it joyously. Don t waste a second of it on unhappiness. Go to work with a smile on your face. Greet others with love in your heart. Exercise with pleasure. Play with ...
455. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- No Future In The Past. [Messages]
... Like one song says," There ain't no future in the past" The past is to be remembered-how else will we learn from it and keep from repeating it? But why would I want to remember every time I felt hurt because of my spouse, my children, my friends, my boss or anybody else? Why would I want to fill my mind with a detailed catalogue of past pain? Better to remember the times they brought me joy or love or feelings of warmth. Unfortunately, even those wonderful and magical moments too easily fade away. A friend of Clara Barton, founder of the American Red Cross, asked her about a particular traumatic event in her life. Miss Barton seemed perplexed." Can't you remember ?" the friend prodded. Clara Barton replied," I distinctly remember forgetting it" Dwell on the past-but not the negative past, not the pain of the past nor the sadness. Dwell on ...
456. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- How To Stay Young. [Messages]
... about the computer, crafts, gardening, whatever. Never let the brain idle." An idle mind is the devil's workshop" And the devil's name is Alzheimer's. Enjoy the simple things. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. The tears happen. Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves. Be ALIVE while you are alive. Surround yourself with what you love, Whether it's family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge. Cherish your health: If it is good, preserve it. If it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond what you can improve, get help. Do! n't take guilt trips. Take a trip to the mall, even to the next county; to a foreign country but NOT to where the guilt is. Tell the people ...
457. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Child Within Us. [Messages]
... Santa, either. Maybe it was the real beard. Or maybe it was the twinkle in his eye when he talked to the kids. He came as close to the genuine Santa as anyone I can imagine. The kindly old man worked as Santa Claus at the resort all year round and, for our family at least, he was just about the real thing. One year, after we finished with pictures, I said to him," You must really love children"" Yes, I do ," he said." And adults, too. Many adults want to sit with Santa for a picture !"" Do you really have adults visit Santa ?" I asked in amazement." Oh, yes ," he replied." As a matter of fact, one day 14 of the first 20 people who came to visit Santa were adults. All of us have a child inside of us. It's a terrible thing when you lose ...
... and headed for the door. I looked on with laughter as my 10 pound Pekinese Poodle walked our 160 pound Saint Bernard back home. In addition to giving me a good laugh this sight also got me to thinking. If a little dog like that can take the leash of a giant sized one and lead him in the right direction then there is no reason why all of us can't take the leash on our own lives and start walking them on the path of love and joy again. Sure we may have huge problems, large struggles, and massive difficulties in our lives, but if we let that smart, little dog that is our soul take the lead they will all fall behind us. That smart, little dog will lead our hearts, minds, and lives right where they need to go. That smart, little dog will lead us back home to joy, love, and God. Let your soul lead you in the ...
... Message From A Mom To Her Child. I gave you life, but cannot live it for you. I can give you directions, but I cannot be there to lead you. I can take you to church, but I cannot make you believe. I can buy you beautiful clothes, but I cannot make you beautiful inside. I can give you love, but I cannot force it upon you. I can teach you to share, but I cannot make you unselfish. I can teach you respect, but I cannot force you to show honor. I can advise you about friends, but cannot choose them for you. I can advise you about sex, but I cannot keep you pure. I can tell you about alcohol & drugs, but I cannot say" no" for you. I can tell you about lofty goals, but I cannot achieve them for you. I can teach you about kindness, but I ...
460. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Gods Dresser. [Messages]
... God s Dresser There are many people in the world that have a problem with forgiving themselves of their past mistakes and the enemy of hell tries his best to add condemnation to worsen the feelings that they have. God is a God of love and compassion who wishes to forgive and restore all who come to Him. Never allow the enemy to make you feel as if you are beyond redemption. God is able to turn your mess into a miracle. I hope the following story will minister to you if you are having trouble forgiving yourself, or feel as if God will never forgive you of your past mistakes. A woman is dying of Aids. A minister is summoned. He attempts to comfort her, but to no avail." I am lost ," she said." I have ruined my life and every life around me. Now I'm going painfully to hell. There is no hope for me" The minister saw a ...
461. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Day Lisa Lost [Messages]
... The Day Lisa Lost I love sports. Don't get me wrong. I'm not talking about the many professional athletes of today who have developed a me-first attitude, after being raised in a win-at-all-cost generation. A generation where role models are severely lacking, and most of the headlines that capture our attention are of those athletes who are in trouble. No, I am talking about high school sports, where lessons of life are still being learned, and where athletes still compete for the love of the game and their teammates. I know some of you are thinking," The high school athletes of today are just as bad !" And you would be partially right. The me-first attitude is trickling down into the high school and junior high athletes. But in the midst of all of this is a young lady from Wisconsin. I first met Lisa Kincaid on the volleyball court as she played for a rival high school in the conference I coach in ...
462. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Grace2. [Messages]
... an adult. His grace has stayed by my side even during those times when I only wanted to listen to my own ego. His grace has been with me through pain, problems, grief, suffering, tragedies, and even despair. His grace has even reached down and picked me up when I hit rock bottom a few times. God s grace has been all around me as I struggled with it, learned from it, and grew in faith and love because of it. God s grace is with me now as I write and share this with you. Ralph Waldo Emerson himself said that" All writing comes by the Grace of God, and all doing and having" The truth is that God s grace isn t just for helping you get through this life. It is for helping you to live it too. It is only with God s grace that you can live fully. It is only ...
... Things Every Couple Should Know Do not yell at one another unless the house is on fire. Showering together saves water. The correct answer to" Do you love me ?" is not" I married you, didn't I ?" Have a regular date night. If you slow dance in your underwear. do it in private. Scrabble has been known to ignite arguments. (See rule #1) Major house projects may need to be followed by marital counseling. You're never too old for crazy (or colored) underwear. The silent treatment was invented by a kindergartner. Read the" Song of Solomon" together. Love begins in the morning with the way you talk to each other and treat each other. Schedule your mid-life crisis. Enjoy making up after a quarrel. Be spontaneous. Tickling never goes out of style. Find humor in negative situations. Eat cookie dough in bed together at least once a year. For Heaven's Sake ...
464. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- One Leaf. [Messages]
... here. If one, red leaf can do so much for this world then how much more can one human life do? I am going to do my best then to live my own life well. I am going to do all I can to give hope to the weary, to comfort the tired, and to feed those with hungry hearts. I am going to try and live so that my last days are my most beautiful: full of the colors of love, joy, and oneness with God. Remember you may just be one leaf in this world s mighty forest, but without your love and your life the forest is less. Remember too that tomorrow is another chance to live, to learn, to laugh, and to love in this world. Do your best then. Share your beauty. Help others. Commit yourself to life before death as well as to life after death. God didn t put you ...
... afford. Laugh often, long and loud. Laugh until you gasp for breath. Laugh so much that you can be tracked in the store by your distinctive laughter. The tears happen. Endure, grieve, and move on. The only person who is with us our entire life, is ourselves. Be alive while you are alive, don't put out a mailbox on the highway of death and just wait in residence for your mail. Surround yourself with what you love, whether it is family, pets, keepsakes, music, plants, hobbies, whatever. Your home is your refuge. Cherish your health. If it is good, preserve it. If it is unstable, improve it. If it is beyond what you can improve, get help. Don't take guilt trips. Go to the mall, the next county, foreign country, but not to guilt country. Tell the people you love, that you love them, ...
466. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Our Own Sauce. [Messages]
... . I remembered too how my Grandma s and Dad s homemade sauce was never exactly the same from one meal to the next. Sometimes it was slow cooked with sausages, meatballs, chicken, and potatoes simmering in it all day long. At other times it was cooked in few hours for a quick spaghetti dinner with a can of tomato paste thrown in to thicken it up. No matter how it was cooked, however, it was always made with love and it always tasted delicious. It may take me a while, but I am going to get that sauce just right for me and my family. It might not be exactly like my Dad s, but it will be made with love and it will taste delicious. Maybe that is what God wants for each of us to do with our own lives as well. When it comes to the feast of life we can learn from the greatest chefs in the world ...
467. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Closet Full Of Coats. [Messages]
... did leave the closet with both arms full of warm coats to help some good souls get through some cold days. It s wonderful how God always gives us what we need even if it isn t always what we want. I had wanted to save a few dollars for myself, but instead God gave me the priceless gift of helping others. He took a moment of silly selfishness on my part and turned it into a wonderful chance to share, and love. I only wish that I had listened sooner to His soft whisper so that He would not have had to yell it out with a broken toilet and a shower of old coats. The truth is" that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him" I am just glad that God is always patient with me during those times when I get distracted from our true purpose here: to love and help each other. May both your coats and ...
468. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just Call Upon Him. [Messages]
... Just Call Upon Him The boy walked along the ocean shore... trying not to stray. He looked up to his father saying," Dad, I want to play" His father looked upon him, with love showing in his eyes." Do what you want to, my son... but do not leave my side"" I would never leave you Daddy, I love you way too much" But the boy took a step away, out of his father's range of touch. He walked through the surf, the waves tickling one toe." If I take one more step in.." he thought," Father will never know" His father called out to him," Son, to me remain true !" The boy thought with glee..." At the moment I don't need you !" His father felt a sadness, but he held his tongue. Sometimes lessons need to be ...
469. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Lasting And Permanent. [Messages]
... computers, cell phones, stereos, and more appliances than I could use. The happiness they brought me was temporary and fleeting at best. They may have at times made my life more convenient, but they never once made my life more joyful. The things that did make my life happier, the things that brought lasting and permanent joy into my heart and soul couldn t be bought in a store. They instead were found in the wide open arms of love. They were found in prayer, in thanking God everyday for my life, and in inviting His love into my soul. They were found in simple acts of kindness, freely shared, expecting nothing in return. They were found in gentle words of encouragement, big hugs of affection, and inspiring thoughts of goodness. They were found in all the little choices I made everyday to grow in oneness with God and to do my best to be His Child. They were ...
... . First, does my dream have deep meaning? Or put another way, is it significant and important enough to commit my time and energy toward? What will it ultimately mean if I accomplish this thing I think I want? Probably the pursuit of prosperity alone will not bring the kind of meaning you desire at a deeper level. The second question is similar. Does my dream spring from the best that is within me? Does it come from a place of love or altruism? Will my life and the lives of those I love be better for it? My best dreams include those I love. What are you dreaming about?~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2011-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
471. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Finer Than Wealth. [Messages]
... Finer Than Wealth I love the story about an angel who suddenly appears at a faculty meeting and tells the dean of the college that, in return for his unselfish and exemplary behavior, he will be given his choice of infinite wealth, wisdom or beauty. Without hesitating, the dean selects infinite wisdom." Done !" says the angel, and disappears in a cloud of smoke and a bolt of lightning. Now, all heads turn toward the dean, who sits surrounded by a faint halo of light. At length, one of his colleagues whispers," Say something wise" The dean looks at them and says," I should have taken the money" Though wealth is highly regarded in our world, I rather suspect this fictitious academic made the better choice. Wisdom, like many other virtues, is usually more difficult to obtain and can be far more satisfying. I've heard it said that when our hearts are empty, we ...
472. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Let Your Soul Sing. [Messages]
... air is carrying dozens of different songs to my delighted ears as I walk my dogs in the morning. Everywhere I go I can hear the sweet music coming from my feathered friends in the treetops. This year there are even several Woodpeckers providing a nice drum section to back up the wonderful choir of happiness that I am hearing. Every song is such a pleasure to hear. Each one is special. Each one is full of joy. Each one is full of love. Each one is full of life. All of them are blending together as well into one glorious song of thanks to God. Spring may look like sunshine and smell like flowers, but in my ears it will always sound like birdsong. My little singers are helping me to remember something very important as well. They are reminding me that I still have my own song to sing in this world. I still have a lot of joy left to spread. I still ...
473. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes For Parents. [Messages]
... it not a sword that kills growth but a shield to protect. Blessed and mature are they who without anger can say" no ," for comforting to the child is the security of firm decisions. Blessed is the gift of consistency, for it is heart's-ease in childhood. Blessed are they who accept the awkwardness of growth, for they are aware of the choice between marred furnishings and damaged personalities. Blessed are the teachable, for knowledge brings understanding, and understanding brings love. Blessed are the men and women who in the midst of the unpromising mundane, give love, for they bestow the greatest of all gifts to each other, to their children, and-in an ever-widening circle-to their fellow men. Blessed are those who read these words. but more blessed will be they who follow them!~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
474. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Two Tries. [Messages]
... Two Tries Like so many other adults in our modern world, I am currently married for the second time. In spite of the pain that arose out of my first marriage, I was lucky to have two wonderful children out of the chaos. I also have a child with the wonderful man that is truly my soulmate. My oldest daughter, who is now 11, taught me a lesson about life and love several years back. When she was in first grade, as Valentine's Day approached, she came into the kitchen pondering what makes people fall in love. She started asking questions about how to find the perfect person and how you knew when it was right. I have to admit that I was more amused than anything, knowing these great philosophical musings were coming out of a tiny six-year-old body. Finally, she made the statement that she didn't see how anyone could make up their minds on their own, so maybe she should ...
475. "Trying Is Enough" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... and then took the ladder back to my Dad s house. In the weeks that have followed I have looked up at the nest several times but have only been able to see the mother bird. I may never know if I saved the baby or not, but trying was enough. Sometimes we don t get to know if our efforts have made a difference or not. Sometimes we have to just trust God and do what good we can. Sometimes love has to be its own reward.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
476. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Beautiful You. [Messages]
... one thing ," the student pointed out," she'd be way too old" Good point-she'd be way too old. But beauty is a peculiar thing, for it means something a little different to each of us. And it isn't always about appearance. Sometimes beauty is a quality that softly shines from inner depths. And you may actually radiate more inner beauty than you realize. An elderly woman noticed that her granddaughter felt embarrassed by her freckles." I love your freckles ," she said, kneeling beside the girl and admiring her face." Not me ," the child replied." Well, when I was a little girl I always wanted freckles ," the grandmother said, tracing her finger across the child's cheek." Freckles are beautiful" The girl looked up." Really ?"" Of course ," said her grandmother." Why just name one thing that's prettier than freckles" The little girl peered into the old woman's smiling ...
... , just enough to keep her going and just as she began seeing the calm after the storm the ultimate tragedy happened. Her best friend was killed in an accident," What else can I tolerate ?" she asked. She began searching for a new beginning, every door was shut in her face. One day she spoke to the minister of her church and pleaded for answers. She asked him," Why am I being punished, I had parents that didn't love me, all the kids in school always laughed at me and wouldn't be my friend because I was withdrawn and shy and the one person that showed me love is gone. I thought" God was a good god" The minister, taking into consideration the stability of my friend responded by saying to her," You have to have faith and trust in yourself before you can see what God has in the works for you" My friend made the biggest decision of her ...
... Spiritual Vitamins, A to Z Remember to take your vitamins every day! A nxious? Take Vitamin A." All things work together for good for those who love God, who are called according to his purpose" (Romans 8: 28) B lue? Take Vitamin B." Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name" (Psalm 103: 1) C rushed? Take Vitamin C." Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you" (1 Peter 5: 7) D epressed? Take Vitamin D." Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you" (James 4: 8) E mpty? Take Vitamin E." Enter his gates with thanksgiving, and his courts with praise. Give thanks to him, bless his name" (Psalm 100: 4) F earful? Take Vitamin F. ...
479. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Teach Me to Forgive. [Messages]
... man, crying now, answered yes Lord. As Jesus asked many more times," Have you ever "? The man's crying became uncontrollable, for he could only answer yes Lord. Then Jesus turned His head from one side to the other, and the man felt something fall on his other shoulder. He looked and saw that it was the blood of Jesus. When he looked back up, his eyes met those of Jesus, and there was a look of love the man had never seen or known before. Jesus said, I didn't deserve this either, but I forgive you. It may be hard to see how you're going to get through something, but when you look back in life, you realize how true this statement is. Read the first line below slowly and let it sink in. This is simple, and important. Read on. This first line is deep. IF GOD BRINGS YOU TO IT--- ...
480. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Wet Walk. [Messages]
... . After we got home we dried off and watched happily as the clouds poured some much needed water on the thirsty forest around our home. A short while later the sun broke through the clouds again and brightened the Earth with its golden glow. I smiled, stepped out on the porch, and let it shine on my face too. I could feel its warmth and smell the wonderful scent of thousands of well watered leaves. I laughed again while God s love, joy, and light filled my soul. What a glorious day it had been. I am amazed at how often and in how many ways God is able to touch our hearts, souls, and minds. Everyday we get new learning, new growth, and new love. Everyday we get new experiences that help us to bring a little more Heaven into our lives. Everyday God finds new ways to enlighten us no matter how cloudy our world may seem. He ...
... guerrilla fighter. The Druze ordered his captive down a mountain trail where he was to be shot. But an amazing thing happened. The seminarian, who had received military training, was able to surprise his captor and disarm him. Now, the table was turned, and it was the Druze who was ordered down the trail. As they walked, however, the student of theology began to reflect on what was happening. Recalling the words of his scripture," Love your enemies ,"" do good to those who hate you ,"" turn the other cheek ," he found he could go no farther. He threw the gun into the bushes, told the Druze he was free to go and turned back up the hill. Minutes later, he heard footsteps running behind him as he walked." Is this the end after all ?" he wondered. Perhaps the young man had retrieved his weapon and meant to finish him off. But he ...
482. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Back To Basics. [Messages]
... little problems, the insignificant stressors, that do the most damage when allowed to fester. Do you know what issue causes the greatest number of conflicts in households? According to a" USA Today" report, people argue most often about which TV show to watch! Would any couple or family have believed that the selection of television programs would become the major cause of their unhappiness? They forgot what is important! They forgot that relationships are built of such things as love, respect, consideration, kindness, and understanding. They forgot all those compelling and wonderful reasons that brought them together in the first place. Instead, they let minor inconveniences become major issues. In short, they forgot the basics. And they are paying a high price for their forgetfulness. For healthy and satisfying relationships, it's vital to remember the basics: Remember that the people of your life are more valuable than the things. That is basic. Remember that there's ...
483. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Life's Lessons [Messages]
... glad my parents are strict with me. Age 15 I've learned that silent company is often more healing than words of advice. Age 24 I've learned that brushing my child's hair is one of life's great pleasures. Age 25 I've learned that wherever I go, the worlds worst drivers have followed me there. Age 29 I've learned if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so no one will believe it. Age 39 I've learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 41 I've learned that you can make someone's day by simply sending them a little card. Age 44 I've learned the greater a person's of guilt, the greater his need to cast blame on others. Age 45 I've learned that children and grandparents are natural allies. Age 46 I've learned that singing" Amazing Grace" can lift my spirits for hours. Age 49 I've learned that motel mattresses are better on the ...
... Jesus Is Always With You I was blessed with my 1st son, David, 6 years ago; he is a wonderful boy. He listens to me and obeys me, whatever I teach him he never forgets, and he holds onto it like a treasure. So I felt impressed in my heart that I needed to speak with him more about the Lord, so that he can always have the fear of the Lord and the love of the Lord in him. When he was about three he use to be very scared of lightning, so I told him not to be afraid and that Jesus is in his heart, and that whenever he was afraid all he had to do was touch his heart with his hand and say" Jesus I love you and thank you for being with me" Ever since then, whenever David was scared I saw him touch his heart with his hand and then smile. Last month I was going through ...
485. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Jacob. [Messages]
... down to live quietly.He became the father of 12 sons.These 12 were the leaders of the 12 tribes of Israel. From them came all the people of the Jewish nation. When a severe famine occurred in his old age, Jacob moved with the rest of the family to Egypt where his son, Joseph could take care of him. He died there and was buried with honors by his sons. He had changed from the young scoundrel he had been, to a man loved and respected by many. Are you a scoundrel? A sneaky, dishonest person? God is wrestling with you to change. You may not see an angel like Jacob did. But if you will let Him, God will do the same kind of work on you that He did on Jacob. You, too, can become the person GOD wants you to be and you will be respected, loved and honored. [by: Helen Traver-from John Traver] ...
486. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES --A Book By Its Cover . [Messages]
... s eyes. Perhaps one day we will realize that looks matter little and actions matter much. Perhaps one day we will see that the wealth and success of Earth are not the wealth and success of Heaven. Over two thousand years ago a poor, homeless outcast walked the Earth. His clothes were tattered and His companions were rough fishermen. He was scorned by the elite of the day. Yet, He showed everyone of us how to live and how to love. May we all follow the truth He shared.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
487. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Sweet Forgiveness. [Messages]
... with him. It made all the anger and pain inside me go away. We became friends after that. I never got into another fist fight either. I had found out that sharing and forgiving were way more fun and a lot less painful. Forgiveness truly is the sweetest revenge. It can turn an enemy into a friend. It can free a heart from the chains of anger, hatred, and pain. It can open a soul to the sweetness of love and joy once again. It can help you to live by the Golden Rule and to create a Golden Life. It can bring you back to oneness with God in everything you think, feel, and do. That is why I often pray," God help me to forgive, help me to give, and help me to love" May your life always be full of sweet forgiveness then. May you always delight in its Heavenly charms.~Joseph J. ...
488. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Time To Wake Up. [Messages]
... can walk the shore of the local lake here and delight in its beauty for free. I pray that at some point our society says" Enough !" and wakes up from this nightmare of materialism. Each of us only has one life. Let s not waste it on the watches we wear and the cars we drive. Each of us only has one soul. Let s not lose it trying to gain the whole world. God put us here to love each other, to help each other, and to make this world a better place together. No house or boat will ever bring us joy like living the way that our Heavenly Father meant for us to. No amount of material wealth in this world will ever equal the treasures of Heaven. Live your life in love, joy, and oneness with God then. Help others whenever you can. Make this world a better place now. Life is brief and no watch ...
489. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 19 Horses. [Messages]
... ? (Like the villagers, do we feel that such problems cannot be solved ?). The wise man continued: Add the God Principle in our daily lives and the problems will become lighter and eventually will disappear. In the manner of the ice which, with the addition of the heat principle will turn into water, and that will eventually evaporate as steam and disappear. And how do we add God's name in our daily lives? Through prayers, filled with true love and devotion with sincerity of purpose and dedication that only total faith can bring about. Meditation is a powerful means of directing the mind Godward. But without true love and devotion entering into it, it remains like a boat without water. It is not difficult to push a boat that is floating in water, but extremely hard to drag the same boat on dry land. [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights ...
... by myself" Tears were rolling down his cheeks, as he thanked Beth for brushing his hair. He thanked her over and over again. She was crying, people all around witnessing this were crying, and as they were all boarding the plane, the stewardess, who was also crying, stopped her, and asked," Why did you do that ?" And right there was the opportunity, the door that had been opened to share with someone else, the love of God. We don't always understand God's ways, but be ready, He may use us to meet the need of someone else, like He met the need of this old man, and in that moment, also calling out to a lost soul who needed to know about His love. [Author Unknown-Submitted by Bkritr @aol.com, via Bill Champion] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
491. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Kicking And Screaming. [Messages]
... getting any of the homemade cookies your grandma brought over when we get home" With these words the crying stopped and the child s face brightened with an angelic smile. I could hear the pure delight in his voice when he said," Oh Boy! Grandma made cookies" I smiled then and realized that even as adults we are often like that toddler. God is holding our hands and leading us on a path of incredible growth in learning, goodness, love, and joy. The trouble is that often we are kicking and screaming all the way. We don t want what is really good for us. We want what we think will be good for us right now. We can t see those delicious, homemade cookies God has waiting for us, because we are too focused on that piece of hard candy in front of our eyes. The rewards of love, joy, peace, happiness, goodness, and ...
... lesson, and the prayer." Suddenly something happened ," he recalled." I can't explain it. I can only call it a miracle. I felt as if I had been instantly lifted out of the darkness of a dungeon into a warm, brilliant sunlight. I felt as if I had been transported from hell to Paradise. I felt the power of God as I had never felt it before" In a life-transforming instant Penney knew that God, with His love, was there to help." From that day to this, my life has been free from worry ," he declared." The most dramatic and glorious 20 minutes of my life were those I spent in that chapel that morning" The words from the hymn that spoke so eloquently and miraculously to J. C. Penney were" God will take care of you" The hymn God used to save J. C. Penney's life was written by Civilla Durfee Martin. ...
... headed up the US relief effort." That's all right, Mr. Paderewski ," said Hoover," I knew that the need was great. And besides, though you may not remember it, I was one of two college students whom you generously helped when I was in need" The story illustrates a law of successful living: sooner or later we will reap what we sow. Paderewski reaped a harvest of kindness he had sown years before. Those who sow love will eventually reap love. Those who sow goodness will reap even more. Those who sow fear and mistrust will reap an unwanted harvest later. It's a basic law of successful living. And powerful enough to change a life.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
494. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Staying Connected. [Messages]
... turn off my televisions and cell phone. I do so to spend some quiet time in prayer, to talk to my children and hear about their day, to chat with my friends and neighbors, to read a good book, to pet my dogs, and to take a walk outside and watch the birds flying across the sky. I do so to stay connected to things far more important than the internet. I do so to stay connected to God, to love, to life, to humanity, and to my own soul. Without these connections technology is nothing more than a meaningless distraction. Use your technology wisely then. Stay connected not distracted. Live your life, share your love, nourish your soul, and make this world a better place both online and off.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net ...
495. "All Filled Up" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... not somebody else. When we fill our bodies with the right foods, they perform well. When we fill our heads with learning, they won't easily stagnate. When we fill our minds with healthier attitudes, we will have a better outlook. When we fill our hearts with a little more courage, we will be able to face life with confidence. When we fill our talk with more gratitude, we will be happier. When we fill our lives with more love, we will never be alone. Only we can decide how to fill ourselves up. Have you heard the story of the two wolves? A common version of it goes like this: An old Cherokee chief was teaching his grandson about life." A fight is going on inside me ," he said to the boy." It is a terrible fight and it is between two wolves." One is evil-he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, ...
496. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Short Time Here. [Messages]
... night. It is the breath of a buffalo in theWintertime. It is the little shadow which runs across the grass and loses itself in the sunset" Before your shadow loses itself in the sunset of eternity make sure that you live your life here to the fullest. Don t worry so much about your aging body. It is just the vehicle that for a brief time carries your soul. Focus instead on the things that go on forever. Focus on the love you can give, the joy you can spread, the good you can do, and the oneness with God you can share with others. Fill your days with smiles and laughter and let the wrinkles fall where they may. Fill your days with learning and becoming through both dark hair and grey. Fill your days with love and joy and you will be too busy living them to count them. Remember, God only gives us a short time here. It is up ...
497. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-5. [Messages]
... you volunteer your time to help in your child's classroom and see the look of pride in your child's eyes that THEIR mom is the one helping. There are innumerable examples-holding a child with a fever all night long and feeling a peace when the fever finally breaks. Letting the laundry go one more day to take advantage of a beautiful and have a game of catch in the backyard. Teaching a child about God and hearing that sweet little voice sing" Jesus loves me" Never underestimate what you do as a SAHM. You have made a decision that you will never regret, and if you look closely, you can catch a glimpse of God's mercy each and every day! About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her ...
498. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Leaning Your Ladder Against The Right Building. [Messages]
... success-oriented way of life? Your idea of happiness is to stay up all night studying for an exam so you can get a better grade than your best friend. Your idea of a good marriage is not to find the woman who will make you whole, but to win the girl that everyone else wants." That's not how people are supposed to live ," the sage admonished." Give it up; come join us in an atmosphere where we all share and love each other" The young man had completed four years at a competitive high school to get into Stanford, plus two years of pre-med courses at the university. He was ripe for this sort of approach. He called his parents from Tokyo and told them he would not be coming home. He was dropping out of school to live in an ashram (a spiritual retreat). Six months later, his parents got this letter from him:" Dear Mom and Dad, ...
... I Can t Thank You Enough Father I can't praise you enough For the blessings you bestow For your wondrous love and mercy For cleansing my heart and soul. Father I can't praise you enough I'm unworthy to speak your name Yet you gave your only Son for me And He willingly took my blame. Father I can't praise you enough For your sweet Spirit living in me And Father I can't thank you enough For your Son who set me free. Father I can't thank you enough That even though I sometimes stray You reach down with rich blessings And you still love me anyway.~Lora Cox~[ by: Lora Cox Copyright 2006 (bell @evansville.net)-submitted by: Lora Cox] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
500. "The Gifts of Age" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian. [Messages]
... The Gifts of Age I love young people. I feel the same way as Archbishop Desmond Tutu who once said," I have the highest regard for young people
Young people are idealistic. They dream dreams about a better world" They not only dream dreams, they have the audacity to believe in those dreams and often enough enthusiasm to nurture them into something close to real life. I love young people. What fun I could have" back in the day" ridiculous fun. And what hope. I was changing so quickly and it seemed I could be limited only by my dreams. If I believed it might be possible, I felt I could make it so. There are tremendous gifts that come with youth. Like optimism and the ability to change. When anything seems possible, more than a little of it becomes possible if one only believes enough and adapts quickly. And then we age. Please don t ...
501. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- To Forgive. [Messages]
... man, crying now, answered yes Lord. As Jesus asked many more times," Have you ever "? The man's crying became uncontrollable, for he could only answer yes Lord. Then Jesus turned His head from one side to the other, and the man felt something fall on his other shoulder. He looked and saw that it was the blood of Jesus. When he looked back up, his eyes met those of Jesus, and there was a look of love the man had never seen or known before. Jesus said, I didn't deserve this either, but I forgive you. It may be hard to see how you're going to get through something, but when you look back in life, you realize how true this statement is. Read the first line slowly and let it sink in. This is simple, and important. Read on. This first line is deep. If God brings you to it-He will bring ...
502. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Short Walk. [Messages]
... though. It appeared my short walk had been with an escaped prisoner. It was hard to believe because he had been so kind. Somewhere along the rest of my walk down life s tracks I lost that childhood wisdom. I learned to judge people by the prison clothes they wore and not by the smiles on their faces. I learned to stereotype and to hate and it has taken me a long time to unlearn it again and find my way back to love. I still haven t quite made it back to that boy s goodness and trust but I am working on it. I heard that the police later recaptured the kindhearted prisoner and fellow Child of God who brightened my day back then. Where ever he is today, I wish him only love and joy.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages ...
503. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Almost Heaven. [Messages]
... and mountains with beauty. If it isn t Heaven here then it certainly is close. It isn t just the mountains that make it Heavenly here either. I can see bits of Heaven in so many of the people too. There is a kindness in their smiles. There is a gentleness in their voices. There is a goodness in their actions. There is a patience in their manner. There is a peace in their souls. There is a love in their hearts. And there is a joy in their lives. Everyday they grow a little more in oneness with God. Everyday they bring a little more Heaven into this world. I feel truly blessed to live in such a beautiful state with such good people. West Virginia, however, isn t the only place that can be Almost Heaven. Anyplace on Earth can be Almost Heaven if we take our Heaven with us. How much Heaven is within you? ...
... is for TRUST. If we're seeking a glue to cement us to another, then trust is that bond. A relationship will go nowhere without it. R is for RESPECT. Some people talk about how much they have always respected their cherished friends and family at a funeral. But why wait? People want to know that we hold them in high regard. It's about valuing others and letting them know you respect them. A is for AFFECTION. Sometimes affection means love. Sometimes it means a touch. Or a hug. Always it means kindness. V is for VULNERABILITY. Though we may feel afraid to let another too close, no relationship will go anywhere without taking a risk. Like entrepreneur Jim Rohn says," The walls we build around us to keep out the sadness also keep out the joy" And the love. E is for EMOTIONAL INTIMACY. It about learning to be open. Learning to communicate freely. The quality ...
... were to hold your child over the edge of the building and tell you that if you do not walk across the beam I will drop your child. Would you walk across ?" Surprisingly, the father hesitated for a beat, then smiled and asked," Which child do you have ?" The trainer, of course, was right in assuming that a parent's devotion to a child is usually greater than almost any amount of fear associated with saving that child. Most parents love their children fiercely and would do anything possible to help them. An eastern newspaper reported that a train in Bangladesh accidentally struck a calf elephant. The mother elephant apparently became upset over the incident, for a little while later another train came along and spotted the female standing in the middle of the track. Though the engineer blasted his horn, she would not budge. When the train came to a halt, she began butting it with her head! For fifteen minutes she ...
506. "Dont Duck" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... That wasn t the last time that I tried to duck the troubles that were headed my way and got smacked in the face instead. Over the years I have learned that it is far better to not duck them at all, but rather to look them straight in the eye and learn what they have to teach me. In truth, God uses both the good and the bad to strengthen our souls, open our hearts, and teach us the value of love in this life. And when we cry out to Him, He is always there as well to comfort us with a smile, give us a hug, and send us back out to face life once again.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Cartoons Daily Inspiration HOME Humor Poems ...
... Gifts that Don't Cost a Cent THE GIFT OF LISTENING But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening. THE GIFT OF AFFECTION Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends. THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say," I love to laugh with you". THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE It can be a simple" Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life. THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT A simple and sincere," You look great in red "," You did a super job" or" That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day. THE GIFT OF A FAVOR Every day, go out ...
508. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Rebirth. [Messages]
... come back to life again. Watching the rebirth of the Earth again this Spring has made me think of all the times in my own life when I felt dead inside only to be reborn. There have been moments of pain, purposelessness, and pride when I felt all the zest for life draining out of me. There have been times of despair, depression, and desperation when I never thought I would feel alive again. Yet, each time God in His love and wisdom has planted a few seeds in my soul that sprouted, grew, and gave life to me once again. In truth, each of us is reborn many times in our lives. Each time we awake in the morning, we are reborn. Each time we rise up after we stumble and fall, we are reborn. Each time we invite our Creator into our hearts, souls, and lives, we are reborn. Each time we choose to love God ...
... Listening with Your Heart This is an actual advertisement found in a Utah (USA) newspaper from a man trying to sell his motorcycle." 2006 Suzuki 1000. This bike is perfect! It has 1000 miles and has had its 500 mile dealer service. (Expensive Service !) It's been adult ridden, all wheels have always been on the ground. I use it as a cruiser / commuter. I'm selling it because it was purchased without proper consent of a loving wife! Apparently" do whatever the heck you want" doesn't mean what I thought !!! Call me, Steve. [phone number ]" Her sarcasm was lost on him. Somehow he didn t hear the words behind the words. Why is it? We own cell phones and send email. We talk, text and tweet. We have more ways of communicating than ever before, but communication is still a major problem. Maybe they hear our words, but they're ...
510. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Want Some Crackers? [Messages]
... When I was growing up every Summer my family would pile into our old car and make the 8 hour trip over the mountains to spend a week visiting my Grandma in Tennessee. Each year too my Grandma and Aunt Charlotte would make us an early Thanksgiving dinner. The table would be full of mashed potatoes, turkey, gravy, corn, yams, sweet potatoes, green beans, rolls, butter, pumpkin pie, and whipped cream. It was a feast of love and we would relish every bite of it. During one of those visits on the day of our big meal, I met a new boy in the neighborhood while playing outside. His mom and he had just moved into town after his dad had left them. Like most young boys we became friends right away and spent the rest of the afternoon playing and talking. After we were pretty worn out from all of our adventures he invited me over to his home. It ...
511. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Recipe For A Miracle [Messages]
... 1 cup Tension 2 cups Stress 1 teaspoon of Guilt 2 heaping cups of Limited Time 3 / 4 tablespoon of Urgency A dash of" No Other Choice" 3 heaping cups of Faith Fold ingredients gently into a bowl. Mix vigorously and add a few tears as needed. You'll sweat a little as you knead the dough. Pack it firmly between your hopes and dreams and form into a perfect little ball. Sprinkle it with a little faith, rolling the ball in love until fully covered. Place it under a veil of belief and allow it to rise. Now put it in an oven that has been pre-set at the perfect temperature for the heat of trials and tribulations. Allow it to brown under the warmth of God's love. Remove after due season and allow to cool in the confidence of His promise. Garnish with your praises. Arrange neatly on a platter of thankfulness and serve to friends, families and, oh yes, strangers. ...
512. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Reach Up. [Messages]
... away at the cells of our body and leaves us weak. Blindness takes away our vision and paints our world black. Mental disabilities hold our thoughts and leave us in a lonely room. Cruelty of others cuts our hearts and leaves us empty. We were born to celebrate, to reach up and believe. We were born to rejoice, to lift our hands to life. We were born to sing, to paint rainbows with our voice. We were born to love, to hold the hands of gentleness. We were born to share, to be a blessing to those around us. Reach up, my friend and believe for that is God's dream. Lift your hands, my friend and live for that is God's purpose. Paint your world, my friend with songs for that is God's compassion. Hold on, my friend with gentleness for that is God's love. Bless those around you, my friend for you are God's gift. ...
... The Broadcasting Station George Washington Carver observed," I love to think of nature as an unlimited broadcasting station through which God speaks to us every hour, if we will only tune in" But it is sometimes hard to hear the message when it is broadcast by equipment that is dirty, corroded and abused. Carver was born 150 years ago, before we used terms like toxic waste, air pollution, global warming and deforestation. Today, we have figured out that we need to take good care of the broadcasting station if we are to hear what the Divine is saying. This is a beautiful and fragile planet we live on. As much as we can fall in love with magnificent sunsets and pristine landscapes, few people have ever experienced its beauty as acutely as those who've seen it from afar. Senator Jake Garn was one of those privileged people. He observed earth aboard Discovery Space Shuttle and wrote of that experience in" Parade Magazine ...
514. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Planting Time. [Messages]
... Planting Time Plant three rows of Peas: Peace of mind. Peace of heart. Peace of soul. Plant four rows of Squash: Squash gossip. Squash indifference. Squash grumbling. Squash selfishness. No garden should be without Turnips: Turnip for service when needed. Turnip to help one another. Turnip the music and dance. Plant four rows of Lettuce: Lettuce be faithful. Lettuce be kind. Lettuce be happy. Lettuce really love one another. To conclude our garden we must have Thyme: Thyme for fun. Thyme for rest. Thyme for others. Thyme for ourselves. Water freely with patience and cultivate with love. We reap what we sow-you 'should ' have a bountiful garden. [Author unknown-from Denial] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... Eight Gifts That Do Not Cost A Cent! THE GIFT OF LISTENING... But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning your response. Just listening. THE GIFT OF AFFECTION... Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends. THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER... Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say," I love to laugh with you" THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE... It can be a simple" Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief, handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a life. THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT... A simple and sincere," You look great in red ,"" You did a super job" or" That was a wonderful ...
516. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Embracing Spring. [Messages]
... I will embrace them with all of my heart, soul, and mind. I will look to the Heavens as well and thank God for once again bringing new life to this world. Most of all, though, I will seek out the Springtime within myself and continue to share it with everyone I meet. You see, God blesses the world with Spring once a year but blesses us with Spring everyday of our lives. Each time we pray, share our love, spread our joy, stop to help another, or do a single act of kindness it is once again Springtime in our souls. Embrace the Springtime in within you then no matter what the season. Live from the eternal Spring of life, goodness, and love that God gives you and help Him renew this world each and everyday. Spring is the season of new life. May your Springtime last forever.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J ...
... Eight Gifts That Don't Cost A Cent This simple checklist can help measure how you are nurturing your relationships. The author of these thoughts is unknown, but deeply appreciated. The Gift of Listening But you must really listen. Don't interrupt, don't daydream, don't plan your response. Just listen. The Gift of Affection Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds. Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and friends. The Gift of Laughter Clip cartoons. Share articles and funny stories. Your gift will say," I love to laugh with you" The Gift of Solitude There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others. The Gift of a Favor Every day, go out of your way to do something kind. The Gift of a Written Note It can be a simple" Thanks for ...
518. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Children Want. [Messages]
... theories on raising children. Now I have three children and no theories !"" Quote Magazine" (September 1, 1985) published ten behaviors children ages 8 to 14 identified as qualities they wanted in parents. These young people, from 24 countries, agreed on ten traits they believed were important for all parents to possess. Here they are: They want harmony. They do not want their parents to have unresolved and destructive conflict in front of them. They want love. They wish to be treated with the same affection as other children in the family. They want honesty. And to be told the truth. They want acceptance. They desire mutual tolerance from both parents. They want their parents to like their friends. They want their friends to be welcomed in the home. They want closeness. They desire comradeship with their parents. They want their parents to pay attention to them and answer their questions. They want consideration from their ...
519. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Flying High. [Messages]
... wonderful feelings of childhood came rushing back. I was flying high once more. After that I always swung with my kids no matter who was there to see me. I think that sometimes we forget that we were meant to fly and we need the children to remind us. God didn t put us in this world to sit and suffer with our feet in a mud puddle and our eyes on the ground. He wants us to fly higher and higher in love, joy, and wonderful oneness with Him. He wants our spirits to soar into Heaven while still here on Earth. And most of all He wants us to give a push skyward to anyone who needs it. May you love well and fly high always.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
520. "A Family Tradition" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... didn t stop then, though. Each year since the kids had saved money they earned throughout the year and bought more and more children the gifts they wouldn t have otherwise. It had become a family tradition. I smiled when she finished, walked over to the tree, and picked out a few angels too. I left the store feeling in touch with God, Christmas, and life once again. May we always remember that life is about the love you share not the money you have. Life is about the people you help not the things you own. And may we also see that it is never too late to start a family tradition that makes the Father of us all smile.~Joseph J. Mazzella~You can get Joseph Mazzella's book," WALKING THE PATH OF LOVE ," at www.amazon.com [by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2011 (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational ...
521. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Eating Well. [Messages]
... one would you choose? Sadly, more people than you would think make the second choice. The second choice is acting from fear. It is choosing to feed the soul hatred, violence, negativeness, misery, pain, meanness, and loneliness. It is easy to do even though it hurts you every time you do it. It slowly poisons your life and the lives of those around you if they let it. The first choice, however, is choosing love. It is feeding the soul joy, peace, positiveness, happiness, delight, goodness, and oneness with God. It takes a bit of effort, but it brings a lot of Heaven to Earth. It enriches your life and the lives of everyone you share it with. What you eat is up to you. Choose your foods wisely then. God wants you to eat well not just with your stomach but also with your heart, soul, mind, and ...
... voice telling my heart what to do, turned my car around, and gave that kind, old man a ride back down the road. I shook his hand, accepted his thanks, and headed home. The trip cost me 20 minutes of my time and maybe half a gallon of gas. The peace that filled my heart, though, was worth all the money in the world. I drove home singing along with the radio, wrapped in a blanket of love and joy, and surrounded by all of my better angels. We all should listen to our better angels. We all should pay heed to those quiet voices we hear in our hearts, souls, and minds. They are a guide for good and the guidance of God. They help us to help others and ourselves. They fill us with the peace of knowing that we are living as God s Children in this world. How do we recognize these angels? ...
523. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Remember. [Messages]
... need are within you. Remember those dreams waiting to be realized. Remember that decisions are too important to leave to chance. Remember to always reach for the best that is within you. Remember that nothing wastes more energy than worry Remember that not getting what you want is sometimes a wonderful stroke of luck. Remember that the longer you carry a grudge, the heavier it gets. Remember not to take things too seriously. Remember to laugh. Remember that a little love goes a long way. Remember that a lot goes forever. Remember that happiness is more often found in giving than getting. Remember that life's treasures are people, not things. May God bless your day with peace, joy and love. [Author Unknown-from E-mail Ministry (http :// www.emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
524. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- My Second Father [Messages]
... Day my mother and I sat my brother down and gave him the card. As he read it, I saw the tears forming in his eye's. I felt a lump in my throat, as he threw his arms around me and my mother. I heard the crackling in mom's voice as she said," Son, your father is proud of you, seeing that he raised a good man, and that you do your best to fill his shoes. We love you, and thank you" Addendum-Philemon 1: 7" Your love, dear brother, has brought me great joy and much encouragement! You have cheered the hearts of all of God's people" [Author unknown-Submitted by Kent Ragsdale, and Cindy] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
525. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Heartprints. [Messages]
... Heartprints Whatever our hands touch-We leave fingerprints! On walls, on furniture, On doorknobs, dishes, books, As we touch we leave our identity. Oh please where ever I go today, Help me leave heartprints! Heartprints of compassion Of understanding and love. Heartprints of kindness and genuine concern. May my heart touch a lonely neighbor Or a runaway daughter, Or an anxious mother, Or, perhaps, a dear friend! I shall go out today To leave heartprints, And if someone should say" I felt your touch ," May that one sense be .YOUR LOVE Touching through ME. [Author Unknown-Aiken Drum (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
526. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Healthy self-image. [Messages]
... Healthy self-image Here are 10 suggestions to help you develop and maintain a healthy self-image. Read them slowly. Meditate on them regularly. Hate your sin, but never hate yourself. Be quick to repent. When God gives you light, walk in it. Stop saying negative things about yourself. God loves you and it's wrong to hate what He loves. He has great Plans for you, so you're in conflict with Him when you speak negatively concerning your future. Never be afraid to admit that you've made a mistake and don't always assume that when things go wrong, it must be my fault. Don't meditate excessively on what you've done, right or wrong; both of these activities keep your mind on you! Centre your thoughts on Christ. Listen, You will guard him and keep him in perfect and constant peace whose mind {both its inclination and it's character} is stayed on You (Isa 26: 3 AMP). ...
527. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Beauty Way. [Messages]
... The Beauty Way I guess I'm likely to put anything in my body! I love spicy foods and Mexican foods in particular. I've" treated" friends to my favorite homemade spicy dishes. A typical reaction to a dish bathed in my hot sauce goes like this: they smile and enthusiastically try a bite; their eyes open far too wide and they begin to sweat profusely and reach for the water to put out the flames in their stomachs; then, when voice and reason return, they nod and politely say," Tasty" They often don't come back. One person commented," I've heard of people who preach hellfire, but you're the only one I know who hands out samples" Well, maybe it's not quite that bad, but I'm likely to eat most any kind of food. And though I exercise regularly, my body is starting to tell me to be more selective in my diet. I like the woman who ...
... our hearts and motivates us to do what we should is our agitator. The part of us that tells us to get out and volunteer and give of ourselves, that part that says to abstain from our sinful past, that part that reminds us to praise God everyday for His goodness. That is the Holy Spirit. God's voice in our hearts, our whispering conscience that stirs our souls and makes us want to obey Him, to do works for him, to love our brothers, to tithe and give our all for Jesus name sake. Faith and hope live in us and unless we allow it to work through us, and we put ourselves to work for Him, it will not grow. Isn't our biggest mission to spread His love and His message to the world? If we live our lives with the attitude of I am saved, yet we don't tune in to the Holy Spirit, we aren't really living for God, are ...
529. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Holy Curiosity. [Messages]
... illiteracy will not serve us well in the 21st Century. But I wonder, as they learn more and their grasp on science becomes firmer, will they still feel awe when they see a falling star? Even if they are able to describe a rainbow in scientific terms, will they still be amazed at its incomparable beauty? I hope so. And what about matters of the heart and the spirit? Not everything we experience can be measured. How does one measure love and beauty and faith? I wonder if today's children will also nurture their hearts as they nurture their minds. I am not one who feels that a scientific mindset and a spiritual outlook are incompatible. I appreciate Albert Einstein's thoughts on the merging of the spirit and science. He called scientific curiosity" holy" The physicist said," The most beautiful and most profound experience is the sensation of the mystical. It is the sower of all true science. He to whom ...
530. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Crooked Smile. [Messages]
... of the machine. Once again, she looked at us with her crooked smile and wasn't upset in the least. The technologist, perhaps a bit gruffly, said," Mary, you were talking again, and that causes blurry pictures" Mary's smile remained as she replied," I wasn't talking. I was singing. You said no talking" We looked at each other, feeling a little silly." What were you singing ?" someone asked." Jesus Loves Me ," came the barely perceptible reply." I always sing` Jesus Loves Me ' when I'm happy" Everyone in the room was speechless." Happy? How could this little girl be happy ?" The technologist and I had to leave the room for a moment to regain our composure as tears began to fall. Many times since that day, when feeling stresses, unhappy or dissatisfied with some part of my life, I have thought of Mary and felt both humbled ...
531. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- "Unity". [Messages]
... a quiet retreat. For several days, each person spent time in prayer, examining his own heart in the light of Christ's commands. Then they came together. Francis Schaeffer, who told of the incident, asked a friend who was there," What did you do then ?"" We were just one ," he replied. As they confessed their hostility and bitterness to God and yielded to His control, the Holy Spirit created a spirit of unity among them. Love filled their hearts and dissolved their hatred. When love prevails among believers, especially in times of strong disagreement, it presents to the world an indisputable mark of a true follower of Jesus Christ. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
532. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-9. [Messages]
... His word daily for strength, for direction, for guidance and for peace. Pray for His will and His hand to be visible in your life. It may not be and easy road and you may feel like you are alone out there. But, we know that our ultimate reward is the satisfaction of following His will for our lives, and our children's lives-and being with Him eternally in heaven. Take heart SAHMs-there is one who understands, loves and looks after you. Seek His face. About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two income families. [by Cheryl Novak, Copyright 2000] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
... , they might fall out and hit their head. I began to despair: How will they ever survive? Can't they have any fun? Then there were all the viruses and sniffles to worry about: if their fever spikes, is it meningitis? Does too many bruises mean leukemia? How can we adequately childproof our home-and Grandma's, and the babysitters, and on and on? The responsibility for your child's health and well-being is an awesome and terrifying responsibility. You love your child so much it hurts-and you know how much it would pain you to have anything happen to him or her. But yet, how can you take reasonable precautions without ruining your child's life? Today there is plenty to worry about: various kinds of warfare, kidnapping, murder, molestation to name a few of the worst. But parents have to use common sense in protecting their children, and teaching them some basic self-protection rules can go a long way in helping ...
534. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Alphabets Of Happiness. [Messages]
... I -Ignore Ignore the negative voice inside your head. Focus instead on your goals and remember your accomplishments. Your past success is only a small inkling of what the future holds. J -Journey Journey to new worlds, new possibilities, by remaining open-minded. Try to learn something new every day, and you'll grow. K -Know Know that no matter how bad things seem, they'll always get better. The warmth of spring always follows the harshest winter. L -Love Let love fill your heart instead of hate. When hate is in your heart, there's room for nothing else, but when love is in your heart, there's room for endless happiness. M -Manage Manage your time and your expenses wisely, and you'll suffer less stress and worry. Then you'll be able to focus on the important things in life. N -Notice Never ignore the poor, infirm, helpless, weak, or suffering. Offer your assistance when possible, and always your ...
535. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Your Inner Angel. [Messages]
... food and a bag of dog food. As I watched her walk into the swirling snow, I smiled and wondered if she was going to head for a car or fly up to Heaven. That elderly angel in disguise reminded me once again to look for the inner angel in myself. She showed me one more time that doing good and spreading joy can be as natural here on Earth as it is in Heaven. She let me see that sharing God s love is not only easy to do, it is what we are meant to do. I hope then that all of you take the time today to find the inner angel inside yourselves. I hope that you let that angel out to bless the world with your love. And I hope that you always remember that you don t need wings to fly.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted ...
536. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Remember Who You Are. [Messages]
... sight and His precious blood was shed for you, never let HIM down. He even bought me a cap with these words stitched on it:" Remember Who You are" These words got embedded in my heart so strongly that it always pulls me out of temptations that come by my way all the time. There were times when I had almost given in, but I could hear Jim's rusty voice saying" Remember Who You Are". At that moment the love of Christ flashes in my mind and makes me remember who I am, I just run back to Christ, who is my fort and shelter. Jim Ginn is no more-but his profound words will always be with me. Jim's love and dedication for Christ drew me even closer to Christ. I want to do the same, I want to make difference in everyone's life who come in touch with me, by passing on the light that Christ has given me. ...
537. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Remember These Words. [Messages]
... a reason for trying. Don't let anyone hold your happiness in their hands; hold it in yours, so it will always be within you reach. Don't measure success or failure by material wealth, but by how you feel; our feelings determine the richness of our lives. Don't let bad moments overcome you; be patient, and they will pass. Don't hesitate to reach out for help; we all need it from time to time. Don't run away from love but towards love, because it is our deepest joy. Don't wait for what you want to come to you; go after it with all that you are, knowing that life will meet you halfway. Don't feel like you've lost when plans and dreams fall short of your hopes. Anytime you learn something new about yourself or about life, you have progressed. Don't do anything that takes away from your self-respect; feeling good about yourself is essential to feeling good about life ...
... . Understand, have courage, be strong. Don't put limits on yourself. So many dreams, are waiting to be realized. Decisions are too important, to leave to chance. Reach for your peak, your goal and your prize. Nothing wastes more energy, than worrying. The longer one carries a problem, the heavier it gets. Don't take things too seriously. Live a life of serenity, not a life of regrets. Remember, that a little love goes a long way. Remember, that a lot of love goes forever. Remember, that friendship is a wise investment. Life's treasures, are people. together. Realize, that it's never too late. Do ordinary things, in a extraordinary way. Have health, hope and happiness. Take the time, to wish upon a star. And don't ever forget. For even a day. How very special you are. [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' ...
... plans I have for you, ' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future" As adopted children into the family of God, we can take hold of that promise for our lives as well. God's desire for each of His children is only ever for good. We can be assured that the destiny we have ahead of us is going to be one that is rich because of His unfailing love toward us. Somewhere along the line though, we've equated prominence in ministry as being a measure of true success. We may never say that, but it often underlies a lot of our thinking. Yet, how many people are working out their Christian lives quietly but steadily, serving God in the every day little things that come their way? In the Father's eyes, these quiet achievers are precious treasures and they are most definitely, the backbone of the Church. Destiny ...
540. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Hand In Hand. [Messages]
... before my back gave out. In my own walk through life I sometimes find myself falling on my butt too. I know that Heaven s angels are cheering me on and urging me to get up and keep going no matter how many mistakes I make and how many times I fall. Still, sometimes I find myself crawling instead of rising. Happily, though, there is always a hand there ready to help me back to my feet. God s loving hand is always there ready to help us up and get us going again. His back never gives out either. He will walk hand in hand with us all through this life and into the next. If you stumble and fall then don t be afraid. Just reach up and take your Father s hand. He will always help you up. He will always be with you too, step by loving step. He will walk with you hand in hand ...
541. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- This Wondrous World. [Messages]
... science contradict spiritual truths. Not so! William Bragg, a pioneer in the field of X-ray crystallography, made the point well. He was asked whether science and theology are opposed to one another." Yes, but in the sense that my thumb and forefinger are opposed to one another-between science and theology, we cannot grasp everything, but surely the combination reveals more of the cosmic mystery than either can touch alone" They need each other. If you love the universe-if you love life, then learn about it. Learn about it from every place possible. Learn from science. Learn from the spiritual disciplines. Learn and keep an open mind, for that is the only way to truth. And the more you learn, the more you'll discover that there is nothing so enchanting or wondrous as this world in which we live!~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2007 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)- ...
... holiday dinners two ways if you're single: 1) Bring someone you don't particularly care for; 2) Hear the awful words" pull up an extra seat ," a euphemism for either a collapsible chair or one that is too high or too low for the table. Either strategy leaves you uncomfortable. At Thanksgiving two years ago, while my calves cramped from straddling the leg of my brother's dining room table, Aunt Nell took the opportunity to ask for details about my love life, which was seriously lacking at the time. The event was excruciating. Though I enjoy single-hood in the main, there have been times when I've worked myself into a mad frenzy looking for someone to fill a void I thought I couldn't satisfy on my own. Someone, anyone with a pulse would do. Over the years, I dated quite a few guys I liked-I was even engaged once but" till death do we part" seemed a very long time. ...
543. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Limits of Love. [Messages]
... The Limits of Love After the divorce, her teenage daughter became increasingly rebellious. It culminated late one night when the police called to tell her that she had to come to the police station to pick up her daughter, who was arrested for drunk driving. They didn't speak until the next afternoon. Mom broke the tension by giving her daughter a small gift-wrapped box. Her daughter nonchalantly opened it and found a small piece of a rock. She rolled her eyes and said," Cute Mom, what's this for ?"" Here's the card ," Mom said. Her daughter took the card out of the envelope and read it. Tears started to trickle down her cheeks. She got up and gave her mom a big hug as the card fell to the floor. On the card were these words:" This rock is more than 200 million years old. That's how long it will take before I give up on you" [Author ...
544. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- You're Special. [Messages]
... , You have summoned a smile. I'm grateful our paths, Have converged for a while. I'm pleased by each confidence, You have displayed. I cherish these moments, You've sought to persuade. I'm touched by the gestures, Of kindness you've shown. I've noticed how fast, All our hours have flown. I'm feeling the force, Of a friendship that's true. I'm fortunate knowing, A person like you. [Author Unknown-from 'Love Quotes ' (lovequotes @charter.net)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
545. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- You Are. [Messages]
... You Are You are strong.... when you take your grief and teach it to smile. You are brave.... when you overcome your fear and help others to do the same. You are happy.... when you see a flower and give it your blessing. You are loving.... when your own pain does not blind you to the pain of others. You are wise.... when you know the limits of your wisdom. You are true.... when you admit there are times you fool yourself. You are alive.... when tomorrow's hope means more to you than yesterday's mistake. You are growing.... when you know what you are but not what you will become. You are free.... when you are in control of yourself and do not wish to control others. You are honorable.... ...
546. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Greatest . . . [Messages]
... Giving The greatest loss-Loss of self-respect The most satisfying work-Helping others The ugliest personality trait-Selfishness The most endangered species-Dedicated leaders Our greatest natural resource-Our youth The ugliest look-A frown The greatest" shot in the arm"-Encouragement The greatest problem to overcome-Fear The most effective sleeping pill-Peace of mind The most crippling failure disease-Excuses The surest way to limit God-Unbelief The most powerful forces in life-Love The most dangerous piranha-A gossiper The Greatest Life-Giver-The Creator The worlds most incredible computer-The brain The worst thing to be without-Hope The deadliest weapon-The tongue The two most power-filled words-" I Can" The greatest asset-Faith The most worthless emotion-Self-pity The most beautiful attire-A SMILE! The most prized possession-Self esteem The most powerful channel of communication-PRAYER The most contagious spirit-Enthusiasm The most urgent need- ...
547. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Finding The Good News. [Messages]
... asked him what he was going to do, he replied," Well, I've given it a lot of thought and I've decided I like what I've been drinkin ' so much better than what I've been hearin, I'm just gonna keep on gettin ' deaf" But there is still GOOD news aplenty. We can still hear encouraging words from friends. Any day we can witness numerous acts of generosity and kindness. And we can still spot signs all around us of love and hope. Sometimes we may have to look a little more closely, but the good news is there. Are you finding it? It's worth the effort.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2009-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... with every person you know. If you have been making regular deposits into your account with that individual, when the time comes that you disappoint, you will still have a large enough balance of goodwill to cover the debt. That friend, son or mother will realize that your account is still good. You are a person of good intent. You are reliable and trustworthy. Scottish writer George MacDonald said," To be trusted is a greater compliment than to be loved" Whether or not that is true, I would rather have a healthy emotional trust fund than a large bank account. Trust is more valuable than money and it builds strong relationships. Are your trust funds growing?~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2009-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
549. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Your Cross. [Messages]
... Your Cross Whatever your cross, whatever your pain, There will always be sunshine after the rain. Perhaps you may stumble, perhaps even fall, But God's always ready to answer your call. He knows every heartache, sees every tear, A word from His lips can calm every fear. Your sorrows may linger throughout the night, But suddenly vanish at dawn's early light. The Savior is waiting somewhere above To give you His grace and send you His love. Whatever your cross, whatever your pain, God always sends rainbows after the rain.-Andrew Chase-[ Andrew Chase-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... with the initials W.W.J.D.-which stand for" What Would Jesus Do ?" Well, I've seen them too-but it was only recently that I learned the exciting story behind those bracelets. It begins a century ago, when a minister named Charles Sheldon wrote a novel called In His Steps. The setting is an ordinary city called Raymond, and one Sunday morning at First Church, Pastor Henry Maxwell is preaching a sermon about how to follow Christ's example of sacrificial love. The service is suddenly interrupted when a tramp stands up and walks to the front of the sanctuary. He's been out of work for a year, he says, yet not a single person in Raymond has helped him find another job not even Pastor Maxwell. Twisting his shabby hat in his hands, the tramp says," I was wondering if what you call following Jesus is the same thing as what He taught. What do you mean when you sing 'I'll go ...
551. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Hitchhiker. [Messages]
... actual groceries. Another was full of books and the third carried a new plant for his home. He reminded me again that appearances can be deceiving and that the brightest souls often come in disguise. I felt sorry for all the other drivers who passed by this fine man. They missed out on a great talk full of wisdom and joy. They missed out on meeting a shining soul still sharing his light. They chose fear and lost. May you always choose love instead. May you help your neighbor whenever you can. And may you treat everyone you meet as God in disguise.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
552. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Last Time. [Messages]
... The Last Time When was the last time you drank in a sunset, the unpretentious smile of a toddler, a father with a child sitting on his shoulders? When was the last time you heard the mournful sound of a cricket, the breeze whispering through dense pine, the sound of new life? When was the last time you felt the warmth of a child's hug, the feel of a tear as it was rubbed gently from the face of one you love, the indescribable joy of holding the hand of one whom God has joined together? When was the last time you tasted Mom's best recipe, salt water on a carefree day at the beach, a snowflake? When was the last time you had a puppy lick your face, a cat purr in total affection, a child that thought dog biscuits were cookies? When was the last time you gave a hug for no reason, said a kind word to a stranger, ...
553. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What I've Learned. [Messages]
... learned to never blow in a cat's ear. Age 15: I learned that although it's hard to admit it, I'm secretly glad my parents are strict with me. Age 20: I learned that if you want to cheer yourself up, you should try cheering someone else up. Age 25: I learned that if someone says something unkind about me, I must live so that no one will believe it. Age 30: I learned that there are people who love you dearly but just don't know how to show it. Age 35: I learned that if I want to do something positive for my children, I should work to improve my marriage. Age 40: I learned that the greater people's sense of guilt, the greater their need to blame others. Age 45: I learned that I can never allow the disappointments of life to steal my enthusiasm. Age 50: I learned that I can tell a lot about a person ...
... Uplifting Things To Do Today Smile at a stranger Drop a coin where a child can find it Learn something new and teach it to someone Tell someone you love them Hug someone Forgive someone who has wronged you Try saying" I'm sorry" when you ought to Tell a child how great they are Sing a song about Jesus to yourself Keep a promise Call someone just to say hello Try listening more than talking Stand up for what you believe in Thank God for His beautiful Creation Encourage someone who is feeling down Cherish today as if it were your last one Tell someone about Jesus [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
555. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Things To Remember [Messages]
... To Remember I find what I look for in people. If I look for God, I find God. If I look for bad qualities, I find them. I, in a sense, select what I expect, and I receive it. A life without challenges would be like going to school without lessons to learn. Challenges come not to depress or get me down, but to master and to grow and to unfold thereby. In the Father's wise and loving plan for me, no burden can fall upon me, no emergency can arise, no grief can overtake me, before I am given the grace and strength to meet them. A rich, full life is not determined by outer circumstances and relationships. These can be contributory to it, but cannot be the source. I am happy or unhappy because of what I think and feel. I can never lose anything that belongs to me, nor can I posses what is ...
556. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Twenty Dollars. [Messages]
... still wanted it because it did not decrease in value. It was still worth $20. Many times in our lives, we are dropped, crumpled, and ground into the dirt by the decisions we make and the circumstances that come our way. We feel as though we are worthless; but no matter what happened or what will happen, you will never lose your value. Dirty or clean, crumpled or finely creased, you are still priceless to those who love you. The worth of our lives comes, not in what we do or who we know, but by. WHO WE ARE. You are special-don't ever forget it" [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
557. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Ups and Downs. [Messages]
... all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows" Isn't it amazing that the Lord can use our own down times to help others in theirs? And according to this passage, for every down we suffer, Jesus gives a comfort that reaches so much deeper than the" down" His love and comfort reach beyond any hurt. Psalm 34: 17-20 says," The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. A righteous man may have many troubles, but the LORD delivers him from them all; he protects all his bones, not one of them will be broken" We can't come up with a bad experience that's bigger ...
558. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Is A Veteran? [Messages]
... on behalf of the finest, greatest nation ever known. So remember, each time you see someone who has served our country, just lean over and say," Thank You" That's all most people need, and in most cases it will mean more than any medals they could have been awarded or were awarded. Again, two little words that mean a lot to any Veteran-" THANK YOU" Addendum-John 15: 13 (KJV)" Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" [Father Denis Edward O'Brian-from Thomas S. Ellsworth] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
559. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Watching What You Drink. [Messages]
... alcohol anymore. I still carry the wisdom of that lesson with me even now. I know that whatever we drink into our hearts and minds will sooner or later come back out of us. If we are always drinking down shots of anger, frustration, jealousy, envy, fear, and hate then sooner or later that is what is going to come spewing out of us as well. If we watch what we drink, however, and gulp down glasses of love, peace, prayer, kindness, goodness, and closeness with God everyday then that is what will pour out of our souls and bless all those around us. May all of your drinks then be divine ones that bring you only joy and wonderful oneness with God. Cheers.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
560. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Wanna Be A Pumpkin? [Messages]
... greed, etc, and then He carves you a new smiling face and puts His light inside of you to shine for all the world to see" This was passed on to me from another pumpkin. Now, it is your turn to pass it to a pumpkin. I liked this enough to send it to all the pumpkins in my patch.-Liz Curtis-Higgs PUMPKINS and JESUS P is for the People that Jesus came to save. U is for the Unconditional love to each one He gave. M is for the Message that we should all be sharing. P is for the Priceless gift God above showed he is caring. K is for the King of Kings. I is for the Insight He brings. N is for the Nails in His hands. S is for our Savior who gave His life so we could stand. So when you see a pumpkin don't think about some guy named Jack. Instead remember Jesus Christ, Lord ...
... knows what it is to head the wrong direction in life; and we also know how relieved we feel to turn around again. Do you remember the old Shaker hymn, written by Joseph Brackett, Jr. over 150 years ago? 'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free, 'tis the gift to come down where you ought to be, And when we find ourselves in the place just right, It will be in the valley of love and delight. When true simplicity is gained, To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed. To turn, turn will be our delight, 'Til by turning, turning we come round right. It's amazing how many times I turn in a day. I turn up to things I want to attend and turn down others. I turn in at the end of the day and turn over all night long. And when things are not right, I can always turn ...
... knows what it is to head the wrong direction in life; and we also know how relieved we feel to turn around again. Do you remember the old Shaker hymn, written by Joseph Brackett, Jr. over 150 years ago? 'Tis the gift to be simple, 'tis the gift to be free, 'tis the gift to come down where you ought to be, And when we find ourselves in the place just right, It will be in the valley of love and delight. When true simplicity is gained, To bow and to bend we shan't be ashamed. To turn, turn will be our delight, 'Til by turning, turning we come round right. Turning, I believe it is one of the most hopeful words in our language. We human beings, by turning, can do something about the course we've taken. We may not be able to change what we've already done; and we may not be able to fully ...
563. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Time To Give Thanks - Time To Remember Others. [Messages]
... and say," I'm coming to get you, and I'll see that you get home" (Some older people don't drive, and those who do may not like to be behind the wheel after dark) Try it. And let me know the results. P.S. Special greetings to those of you in the military who wrote from remote corners of the world to tell me that you are using my prayer on this Thanksgiving Day. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!-LOVE, ABBY [Dear Abby-from 'Inspired Buffalo ' (InspiredBuffalo @lighthouse.net)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
564. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Time To Feel Good. [Messages]
... Time To Feel Good Think about them one at a time BEFORE going on to the next one. hopefully it'll make you feel good. Falling in love. Laughing so hard your face hurts. A hot shower. No lines at the supermarket A special glance. Getting mail Taking a drive on a pretty road. Hearing your favourite song on the radio. Lying in bed listening to the rain outside. Hot towels fresh out of the dryer. Chocolate milkshake. (or vanilla or strawberry !) A bubble bath. Giggling. A good conversation. The beach Finding a 20 dollar bill in your coat from last winter. Laughing at yourself. Midnight phone calls that last for hours. Running through sprinklers. Laughing for absolutely no reason at all. Having someone tell you that you're beautiful. Laughing at an inside joke. Friends. Accidentally overhearing someone say something nice about you. Waking up and realising you still have a few hours left to ...
565. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Time To Live. [Messages]
... waste far too much of our time here just existing and spend far too little of our time here really living. I decided recently that I wanted to spend as much time as I possibly could in my own life truly living. I didn't want to just exist. I didn't want to spend hours each day running from job to job, chore to chore, errand to errand, and activity to activity. I wanted to spend my days, hours, and moments loving, learning, and growing. I wanted to spend my time helping, caring, and sharing. I wanted to have the time of my life living the way God meant for me to. Now days you won't find me on the road quite so often then. I try to combine my errands and limit my trips as much as possible. It gives me more time to read a good book with a cat sleeping on my lap and a dog curled up at my ...
566. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- To Believe. [Messages]
... every day is a new beginning. It is to trust that miracles happen, And dreams really do come true. To believe. is to see Angels dancing among the clouds, To know the wonder of a stardust sky, And the wisdom of the man in the moon. To believe. is to know the value of a nurturing heart, The innocence of a child's eyes and the beauty of an aging hand, For it is through their teachings we learn to love. To believe. is to find the strength And courage that lies within us. When it is time to pick up the pieces and begin again. To believe. is to know we are not alone, That life is a gift and this is our time to cherish it. To believe. is to know that wonderful surprises Are just waiting to happen, And all our hopes and dreams are within reach. If only we believe. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken ...
567. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- True Christmas Spirit [Messages]
... up walloping them. We took every weight class. And as each of their boys got up from the mat, he swaggered around in his tatters with false bravado, a kind of street pride that couldn't acknowledge defeat. Mike, seated beside me, shook his head sadly," I wish just one of them could have won ," he said." They have a lot of potential, but losing like this could take the heart right out of them" Mike loved kids-all kids-and he knew them, having coached little league football, baseball and lacrosse. That's when the idea for his present came. That afternoon, I went to a local sporting goods store and bought an assortment of wrestling headgear and shoes and sent them anonymously to the inner-city church. On Christmas Eve, I placed the envelope on the tree, the note inside telling Mike what I had done and that this was his gift from me. His smile ...
... Six Traits Of Healthy Families It takes some adjusting to live in a family. Like changing your attitudes about children and the kitchen. I used to by picky. But my philosophy now is more like Erma Bombeck's: if it walks out of the refrigerator, let it go! Some people never make the adjustments. George Burns used to say," Happiness is having a large, loving, caring, close-knit family in another city" But for most of us, happiness is making the most of our family life, in whatever form and shape that family exists. Family consultant Dolores Curran published what she considered" Traits of a Healthy Family" (Mass Market Paperback, 1984 ), drawn from responses of more than 500 professionals who work with families. Here are a few of the top qualities shared by families considered" healthy" Communication and listening. Are you working at this? Affirmation and support. A southern (USA) migrant worker ...
569. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Wedgwood Blessings [Messages]
... Wedgwood Blessings Prologue-The following information comes from several people closely associated with Wedgwood Church. Rather you are a 'believer ' or not, I hope the following account of the events will be an inspiration to you. The facts presented support a popular verse in the Bible-" We know that in all things God works for good with those who love him, those whom He has called according to His purpose" (Romans 8: 28) It certainly is hard to imagine the out come of a human tragedy like this having so many positive effects, if it were not for divine intervention. I hope you too can see how 'good ' can come from something 'bad ' like this, and that it will provide encouragement for you. What God is doing at our church? By now almost everyone has heard of the tragedy that took place on September 15, 1999, when a gunman entered Wedgwood Baptist Church and killed 7 people and ...
570. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What's In Your Sponge? [Messages]
... that was the one you used on the hall floor! As you lay the last one down, you look again at their similarity-and they all look the same until they're squeezed. Christians are the same way. As life squeezes us, different things come out-anger from one, a need for revenge from another, tears from one, remorse from yet another-also greed, untruth, lust-and finally, from one saint, pours forth the love of Christ. Just like the sponge, we can only squeeze out what is put in-stay in the Word daily, and be in continuous prayer, so that when life puts the squeeze on you (and it WILL ), Jesus, and Jesus ALONE will shine forth from you! Have a blessed, squeaky clean day! [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (EMailMinistry @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
571. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Power Of A Touch. [Messages]
... who are touched will thrive. Studies have shown that babies deprived of touch have a significantly higher mortality rate than those who are held and cuddled by caring adults-even when the" touched" babies are reared in unsanitary conditions. Touch is powerful for teenagers. Teens who are touched communicate better. Many adolescents assert their independence by refusing to be hugged by their parents. But most of them will accept a simple back or shoulder massage. That act of touch communicates love in a powerful way. It will frequently break down emotional barriers and even help young people to" open" up and talk about what is on their minds. Touch is powerful for adults. Both men and women who are touched are happier and healthier. According to University of Colorado researchers, most adults would like to be touched more. Holding a hand or offering a hug can warm hearts and heal relationships like nothing else can. Touching is powerful. Learn the art ...
572. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Who Owns The Backyard? [Messages]
... Who Owns The Backyard? Vicki Huffman, in PLUS LIVING (Harold Shaw Publishers, 1989 ), tells about a man who loved to hunt and bought two pedigreed setters that he trained to be fine bird dogs. He kept them in a large, fenced pen in his backyard. One morning he observed a little bulldog trotting down the alley behind his home. It saw the two dogs and squeezed under the fence. The man thought he should perhaps lock up the setters so they wouldn't hurt the little dog, but changed his mind. Maybe they would" teach that bulldog a lesson ," he reasoned. As he predicted, fur began to fly, and all of it was bulldog fur. The feisty intruder soon had enough and squeezed back under the fence to get away. To the man's surprise, the visitor returned again the next morning. He crawled under the fence and once again took on the tag-team of setters. And like the ...
573. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Pastor's Plight [Messages]
... he drives an old car, he shames his congregation; if he drives a new car, he is setting his affection on earthly things. If he preaches all the time, the people get tired of hearing one man; if he invites guest speakers, he is shirking his responsibility. If he receives a large salary, he's mercenary; if he receives only a small salary, well it proves he isn't worth much anyway. LET YOUR PASTORS KNOW HOW MUCH YOU LOVE AND APPRECIATE THEM. [Author Unknown-from Anonymous] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... that of the Father, but rather accepted the will of His (and our) Father over what He would will. And let us recall Paul's strong teaching to the church at Thessalonica:" Pray continually" (1 Thes. 5: 17) So if even the One True Son of God recognizes the Father's Will as the only right will, who are we to pray or rationalize otherwise? As we attempt to please Father God and follow His will, satan loves to suggest sneaky little detours (the parking places of" our will "), but if we keep our focus upon God and get on our knees and in His Word and seek His will, our prayers will defeat satan and his minions. Beloved, prayer is the most powerful thing we can do as Christians and it is simultaneously the easiest and most difficult thing we do. And there is absolutely no substitute for it. Show me a Christian who doesn't pray, and I'll ...
575. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Merry-Go-Round. [Messages]
... . Sometimes you end up banging up against others in the bumper cars. Sometimes you end up on rides that make you scream, turn your face white, and make you throw up two pounds worth of fair food. Sometimes you even get to watch God s, glorious sun go down from the top of the Ferris Wheel. At the end of it all, though, what you remember is the joy you experienced, the laughter you shared, and the love you felt. I thank God then for fairs and Merry-Go-Rounds. May they always brighten children s souls and warm adults hearts. May they always bless this world with their joy.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
576. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Nail. [Messages]
... The Nail As the story goes, they built a new church building and people came from far and wide to see it. They admired its beauty! Up on the roof, a little nail heard the people praising everything about the lovely structure-except the nail! No one even knew he was there, and he became angry and jealous." If I am that insignificant, nobody will miss me if I quit !" So the nail then released its hold, slid down the roof, and fell in the mud. That night it rained and rained. Soon, the shingle that had no nail blew away, and the roof began to leak. The water streaked the walls and the beautiful murals. The plaster began to fall, the carpet was stained, and the pulpit Bible was ruined by water. All this because a little nail decided to quit! But what of the nail? While holding the shingle, it was obscure but it ...
577. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Whoa!!! [Messages]
... Whoa !!! Whoa !!! What in the world is happening with our kids today? Let's see. I think it started when Madalyn Murray O'Hair complained that she didn't want any prayer in our schools, and we said Okay. Then someone said you had better not read the Bible in school-the Bible that says thou shalt not kill, thou shalt not steal, and love your neighbor as yourself. And we said, Okay. Remember Dr. Benjamin Spock, who said we shouldn't spank our children when they misbehave, because their little personalities would be warped and we might damage their self-esteem? And we said, Okay, we won't spank them. Then someone said that teachers and principals better not discipline our children when they misbehave. And our school administrators said, no one in this school better touch a student when they misbehave because we don't want any bad publicity, and we surely don't want to be sued. Then someone said, ...
578. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- When Others Grieve. [Messages]
... When Others Grieve People should never have to suffer loss alone. Yet, how do you comfort those who hurt? I think that offering genuine comfort to another is one of the most important things we can do for others. And sometimes one of the most difficult. Experts tell us, among other things, to simply say," I'm sorry" or" I love you" They warn us against trying explain away the death or loss; against theologizing or philosophizing about it. Often, the less said, the better, so long as you are present, you care and you listen. American poet Edgar Guest told of a neighbor by the name of Jim Potter. Mr. Potter ran the drug store in the neighborhood where Edgar Guest lived. Their relationship was cordial, if not deep. Mostly they smiled and exchanged greetings when they happened to see one another. One tragic night the poet's first-born child died. He felt crushed ...
579. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Vacuum. [Messages]
... other guys out there that have done the same thing, so you can quit looking at your screen as if you've never heard such foolishness. As the years go by, we all need to learn that we need to be honest about our failings and then work hard to be the best vacuum cleaners (men) we can be in our respective homes. After all, when we got married we came with a lifetime guarantee oh, and don't forget those promises about loving, cherishing, honoring, being faithful and eating your mother-in-law's cooking.-Glenn A. Hascall-[ by: Glenn A. Hascall Copyright 2003 (cmi @prairieweb.com)-submitted by Glenn Hascall] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
580. "The Value of Time" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... four years: Ask a graduate. To realize the value of one year: Ask a student who has failed a final exam. To realize the value of nine months: Ask a mother who gave birth to a still born. To realize the value of one month: Ask a mother who has given birth to a premature baby. To realize the value of one week: Ask an editor of a weekly newspaper. To realize the value of one hour: Ask lovers who are waiting to meet. To realize the value of one minute: Ask a person who has missed the train, bus or plane. To realize the value of one second: Ask a person who has survived an accident. To realize the value of one millisecond: Ask the person who has won a silver medal in the Olympics. To realize the value of a friend: Lose one. Time waits for no one. Treasure every moment you have." Be ...
581. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What Is A Father? [Messages]
... the arena, which is sometimes called an office or a workshop. There they tackle the dragon with three heads: Weariness, Works, and Monotony. And they never quite win the fight, but they never give up. Knights in shining armor; fathers in shiny trousers. There's little difference as they march away each workday. And when a Father passes away, and after a good rest, he won't just sit on a cloud and wait for the girl he's loved and the children she bore. He'll be busy there too. repairing the stars, oiling the gates, and in general helping smooth the way for others. [Author Unknown-from Anonymous] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... said is true. You won t need any pockets for the clothes you are buried in. Every dime you have made in this world has only been a loan for you to use for a short time. Still, there are a few things that the white haired gentleman and all of us will be taking with us when we do go to our final home. Every look of relief that we bring to another will go with us as will every bit of love we share and kindness we do. Every moment of learning and joy will come with us as well. And every smile that we bring to God s face will be waiting for us when we get there.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... wasn't hurt, he put his arm around her and said," Honey, think of how lucky you were to see him up close" I'm with Carol. I would find it difficult to appreciate the experience. But I am enthralled by Marlin's awe and enthusiasm for all things alive. He was able to marvel at the wonder of creatures and never lost his passion for animals. All living things, in their own way, were beautiful and splendid to this irrepressible lover of creation. You may not choose to share your bed with a lizard, but do you find this world an exciting and wondrous place? Do you marvel at nature's handiwork? Do you want to" see it up close "? Does a spectacular sunset, the smell of seawater, that first spring flower, or the soft fall of snow soothe your soul? In short, are you excited about life and this magnificent world in which we live? That amazing man Albert ...
584. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- What's Hope? [Messages]
... Hope is looking to the future with joy and having an expectation of better things to come. Hope is the knowledge that life is everlasting, and that miracles happen every day. Hope is something that never abandons you. Even when your life is filled with sadness and disappointment, a spark remains inside to help you get through the rough times. Hope is one of God's greatest gifts to you, because it's the magic that inspires you to keep trying, learning, loving, and living. [Author unknown-From Cup O'Cheer, 'as seen in Inspiration Plus ' (cupocheer @sc.rr.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
585. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Matchless Gift. [Messages]
... The Matchless Gift After my 21 second graders completed reciting the Pledge of Allegiance, my students settled back in their seats. But Duane remained standing. Duane was an exceptionally bright and lovable student. However his home life was far from perfect. His mother was a single parent who had so many problems, such as drinking, that she had difficulty being a good parent. Duane and his three younger sisters were often taken out of the home until social services thought that it was safe for them to return. Thinking that maybe he had had a bad night, I walked over to him to see what was the matter. As he looked up at me with his dark brown eyes, I could see his hurt and disappointment." Mrs. Brown, aren't you going to open my present ?", he asked." I put it on your desk" As I looked at my desk, all I could see was an avalanche of papers ...
586. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Little Things. [Messages]
... Little Things When I was in college, I shared an American Thanksgiving supper with friends. We spent the day cooking together turkey, potatoes, green beans, yams and, of course, dinner rolls. I was in charge of the rolls. Looking back, that may have been a mistake. I love to eat raw dough. Most any kind will do cookie dough, cake batter, biscuit dough, bread dough you get the idea. So I rolled out the yeast dough, sliced off a corner and ate it, rolled some more, sliced and ate, rolled, sliced, ate
. I don't know how much of the dough I consumed before the rolls hit the oven, but I remember it as a wonderful afternoon. Until about a half-hour later. Yeast, it seems, likes a dark, moist, warm environment. In me, it found one and did what yeast does best it ...
587. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Flowering Forth. [Messages]
... know and experience the beautiful blooming forth of the spirit of God in their life! As the bulb needs sunlight and water to spring it to full existence, our spirit requires the nourishment of the truth of God and His word to permeate the hard, outer shell of sin that encases our hearts. By inviting Christ in to our life, we can be transformed from a spiritual bulb to a blooming sprout! The continual watering and nurturing of spirit will thus provide a lovely and colorful flower that reaches ever upward toward the radiant light of Christ, and its fragrance is indeed sweet! [Melanie Schurr, 1998 (http :// www.angelfire.com / mi / melschurr)-from 'Daily Wisdom '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
588. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Five Fingers Of Prayer. [Messages]
... Five Fingers Of Prayer 1. Your thumb is nearest to you. So begin your prayers by praying for those closest to you. They are the easiest to remember. To pray for our loved ones is, as C. S. Lewis once said, a" sweet duty" 2. The next finger is the pointing finger. Pray for those who teach, instruct and heal. This includes teachers, doctors, and ministers. They need support and wisdom in pointing others in the right direction. Keep them in your prayers. 3. The next finger is the tallest finger. It reminds us of our leaders. Pray for the president, leaders in business and industry, and administrators.These people shape our nation and guide public opinion. They need God's guidance. 4. The fourth finger is our ring finger. Surprising to many is the fact that this is our weakest finger; as any piano teacher will testify. It should remind ...
... I was actually telling customers at McDonald's about Jesus-I almost got fired for it !" Each day of that thirty-day trial (and each day since it ), Kurt found him-self irresistibly drawn to the Bible. He read it and asked many questions of his Christian friends. During that time he discovered more about Jesus. Jesus Christ truly was the nourishment his spirit had been craving for so long." I felt an overwhelming peace during that time. I was loved by God, and it didn't matter what else people thought" Twenty years later this skinny guy with a giant appetite still remembers how he ate at McDonald's for fuel but found nourishment for his soul in the Bible. For the bread of God is he which cometh down from heaven, and giveth life unto the world. Then said they unto him, Lord, evermore give us this bread. And Jesus said unto them, I am the bread of life: he that ...
590. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Following Your Bliss. [Messages]
... bus driver." I'm a professional singer ," he asserted." I only drive the bus to get a captive audience every single day" His" bliss" is not driving a bus, though that may be a source of enjoyment for some people. His bliss is singing. And the supervisors at the Chicago Transit Authority are perfectly happy about the whole arrangement. People actually let other buses pass by so they can ride with the" singing bus driver" They love it. Here is a man who believes he knows why he was put here on earth. For him, it is to make people happy. And the more he sings, the more people he makes happy. He has found a way to align his purpose in living with his occupation. By following his bliss, he is actually living the kind of life he believes he was meant to live. Are you following your bliss? When you do, you may discover ...
591. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Follow Your Stars. [Messages]
... the money with the Treasury of the United States, and request immediate relief from this command. They are getting close to my price" Many others may have fallen for the seductive offer. And though his decision was no doubt difficult to make, how much harder might his life have eventually become had he chosen wrong? Saying yes to contentment and peace often begins with saying no. For ultimately happy lives are guided by unwavering principles, such as honesty, trust and love. Those who keep sight of their principles and use them as a guide in all their decision-making will eventually arrive at a place of lasting peace." Ideals are like stars; you will not succeed in touching them with your hands ," says Carl Schurz." But like the (seafarers) on the desert of waters, you choose them as your guides, and following them you will reach your destiny"~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @ ...
... of friendship To insure that it is strong First a layer of respect On the bottom does belong Then to the sides attach In the corners where they meet Several anchors full of trust Devoid of all deceit The height of friendship can be measured By the sides of four So make them all a larger cut And the box will hold much more Now fill it up with courtesy Honor and esteem Understanding, sympathy And passion for a dream Add to that your honesty Emotions joy and love And since they're so important Place them up above But leave the box wide open So all can see inside To learn what makes a friendship work From the box you built with pride And in it they'll see your face, my friend Because you're the most important item of them all. [Author Unknown-from Rubal Jain 'Friendship Quotes ' (rubalj @yahoo.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... the dog, once so lively and quick Last year's Christmas present, now painfully thin and sick More rapid than eagles he called the dog's name And the dog ran to him, despite all his pain" Now, DASHER! now, DANCER! now, PRANCER and VIXEN! On, COMET! on CUPID! on, DONNER and BLITZEN! To the top of the porch! To the top of the wall! Let's find this dog a home where he'll be loved by all" I knew in an instant there would be no gifts this year For Santa Claus had made one thing quite clear The gift of a dog is not just for the season We had gotten the pup for all the wrong reasons In our haste to think of the kids a gift There was one important thing that we missed A dog should be family, and cared for the same You don't give a gift, then put it on a chain And I heard him ...
594. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Fathers and Children. [Messages]
... Fathers and Children A-Always trust them to God's care B-Bring them to church C-Challenge them to high goals D-Delight in their achievements E-Exalt the lord in their presence F-Frown on evil G-Give them love H-Hear their problems I-Ignore not their childish fears J-Joyfully accept their apologies K-Keep their confidence L-Live a good example before them M-Make them your friends N-Never ignore their endless questions O-Open your home to their visits P-Pray for them by name Q-Quicken your interest in their spirituality R-Remember their needs S-Show them the way of salvation T-Teach them to work U-Understand they are still young V-Verify your statements W-Wean them from bad company X-eXpect them to obey Y-Yearn for god's best for them Z-Zealously guide them in biblical truth [Author Unknown- ...
... you don't have what it takes to lift them? There is One who is always available to us and willing to give us the strength we need. Isn't it funny how we try so hard to do things ourselves. Sadly, many adults who have been Christians for years are trying to do everything themselves and only turning to God as a last resort. God wants to be your first resort. Let Him help you with your trials, tribulations and temperament. He loves you so much... all He wants you to do is ask Him to help. When you are DOWN to nothing. God is UP to something !!! [Author Unknown-from Bill Dorman] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... You cut off the affair with that married man / woman, but you still lust after him / her. (you let the devil leave his bags) You broke off your relationship with that hurtful, abusive person, but you are suspicious and distrusting of every new person you meet. (you let the devil leave his bags) You decided to let go of the past hurts from growing up in an unstable family environment, yet you believe you are unworthy of love from others and you refuse to get attached to anyone. (you let the devil leave his bags) WHEN YOU PUT THE DEVIL OUT, MAKE SURE HE TAKES HIS BAGS, TOO !! [by: Author Unknown-received from Chris Long (chris @laughandlift.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
597. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- ** Desiderata **. [Messages]
... yourself. Enjoy your achievements as well as your plans. Keep interested in your own career, however humble; it is a real possession in the changing fortunes of time. Exercise caution in your business affairs; for the world is full of trickery. But let this not blind you to what virtue there is; many persons strive for high ideals; and everywhere life is full of heroism. Be yourself. Especially, do not feign affection. Neither be cynical about love; for in the face of all aridity and disenchantment it is perennial as the grass. Take kindly the counsel of the years, gracefully surrendering the things of youth. Nurture strength of spirit to shield you in sudden misfortune. But do not distress yourself with imaginings. Many fears are born of fatigue and loneliness. Beyond a wholesome discipline, be gentle with yourself. You are the child of the universe, no less than the trees and the stars; you have a ...
... . Dad taught prayer was the ultimate in shaking the heavens and changing tragedy into triumph. Boldness, assertiveness, and courage to speak, live, and act upon the truth was the gateway to temporal as well as eternal freedom. I was taught to forgive and pray for my enemies. Because of my mean Dad, I have slept with only one beautiful woman that I married over 25 years ago, and because of his ways I don't want another one. I love to go to church and be a team member doing chores and things for God that nobody every notices. I'm not bragging, but complaining that because of Dad I can't make a guest appearance on the" Jerry Springer Show" Oprah doesn't seem to look my way when seeking someone to spotlight on her show. I've often wondered why Dad raised me like he did. I've heard abused children have had abused parents. Come to find out Grandpa ruined his life just as he ...
... world on your shoulders. Don't ever feel threatened by the future, take life one day at a time. Don't ever feel guilty about the past, what's done is done. Learn from mistakes you might have made. Don't ever feel that you are alone, there is always somebody there for you to reach out to. Don't ever forget that you can achieve so many of the things you can imagine. It's not as hard as it seems. Don't ever stop loving, don't ever stop believing, don't ever stop dreaming your dreams. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
600. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Do You Know A Hero? [Messages]
... the hope that she could make a difference in a difficult situation. She did it for her students. I've known other heroes, too. You may have noticed-many of the world's true heroes will never be confused with action figures. Most have never been to battle, competed athletically nor sung in a pop band. But they have faced nearly impossible challenges with unimaginable determination and courage. They found what it takes to bear the unbearable, forgive the unforgivable, love the unlovable, outlast the unendurable or defeat the undefeatable. And often they do it for the sake of others. Do you know a hero? Maybe one lives in your home. And perhaps one even looks back at you from the mirror. For it is in everyday battles of the spirit that true wars are fought and won. And it is those real-life heroes who give the rest of us hope and remind us that anything is possible. Do you know a hero ...
601. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Easter Story Cookies [Messages]
... life to give us life. Read John 10: 10-11. Sprinkle a little salt into each child's hand. Let them taste it and brush the rest into the bowl. Explain that this represents the salty tears shed by Jesus ' followers, and the bitterness of our own sin. Read Luke 23: 27. So far, the ingredients are not very appetizing. Add 1 cup sugar. Explain that the sweetest part of the story is that Jesus died because He loves us. He wants us to know and belong to Him. Read Ps. 34: 8 and John 3: 16. Beat with a mixer on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks are formed. Explain that the color white represents the purity in God's eyes of those whose sins have been cleansed by Jesus. Read Isa. 1: 18 and John 3: 1-3. Fold in broken nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper covered cookie sheet. ...
602. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Do You Know Who You Are? [Messages]
... a musician" And it began his life career as entertainer Jack Benny. He found who he was and everything fit into place. How can you get very far, if you don't know who you are? But how do you figure out who you are? Short of taking a battery of aptitude and personality tests (which, by the way, do have their place ), there are two simple and accurate ways of knowing yourself better. First, ask someone who loves you. Ask her to describe you in as much detail as she can. Her opinion may not be conclusive, but others see us differently than we see ourselves. And second, pay attention to what stirs your emotions. I sometimes ask people," What do you like to do so much that you would do it for free if you could ?" What makes your heart sing? How can you get very far, if you don't know who you are? Answer ...
... ). I need not worry about motel reservations because I am going home. True, I have never seen my heavenly mansion, but since it is custom made by the great Creator I am sure I shall be delighted and completely content (John 14: 1-3). I am not told of its beauty except the brochure states," Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, neither has entered into the heart of man what God has prepared for those who love Him" (I Cor 2: 9). On occasion I have had a glimpse and experienced its beauty (I Cor. 2: 10). God has revealed it to us by His Spirit. I wonder if it might not be like the Garden of Eden in days of old, and perhaps the angelic choir that sang at the birth of Jesus shall be in concert (Luke 2: 8-14). I think of the exclusive neighborhood and the neighbors- ...
604. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Garbage Truck. [Messages]
... and kisses. Leaders and parents know that they have to be fully present, and at their best for the people they care about. The bottom line is that successful people do not let Garbage Trucks take over their day. What about you? What would happen in your life, starting today, if you let more garbage trucks pass you by? Here's my bet. You'll be happier. Life's too short to wake up in the morning with regrets, so. Love the people who treat you right. Forget about the ones who don't. [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
605. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Hooked On Giving. [Messages]
... . G. LeTourneau (1888-1969) discovered the great joy that can come of generosity. Besides establishing a private school (today's LeTourneau University ), that remarkable man reportedly gave 90 percent of his income to worthwhile causes, while living on the remaining 10 percent. He became hooked on giving! And like I said, money is not the only commodity that is fun to give. We can give time, we can give our expertise, we can give our love or simply give a smile. What does that cost? The point is, none of us can ever run out of something worthwhile to give. Giving is fun. And addictive.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2009-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
606. "Homeward Bound" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... with the soul of another; a place where we can, and should, feel safe, cared for and even special. In 1688 Johannes Hofer, a Swiss medical student, coined a word to describe an illness whose symptoms include insomnia, anorexia, palpitations, stupor, and, above all, a persistent thinking of home. The word he coined was" nostalgia" There is a yearning within the human heart to return to that place where we were secure, loved and made to feel important. Songwriter Paul Simon picks up the feeling when he sings that" every stranger's face I see reminds me that I long to be homeward bound" If we can't be homeward bound, can we make" home" out of where we are? Home may be as much a state of being as a place. We talk about feeling at home when we feel at peace or when we feel comforted." I am at home in this place ...
607. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Heavens Fire. [Messages]
... that still goes on today. I just pray that where ever she is that she gets to read this and knows how grateful we all are to her for burning so bright. The most important thing that my friend taught me was that Heaven s fire doesn t just burn in the hearts of certain people. It is available to us all when we choose it. You can be full of Heaven s fire too. You can light yourself up with love, joy, optimism, enthusiasm, energy, vitality, and oneness with God. You can brighten up the souls, warm up the hearts, and light up the lives of those around you. You can be a flame of goodness in an often dark and cold world. You can take your flickering candle and turn it into a blazing torch for everyone to see. You can share your generous fire and light a candle inside of each person you meet as well. ...
608. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Hope. [Messages]
... . If the suffering of others still fills you with pain and frustration, then you still have hope. If you refuse to let a friendship die, or accept that it must end, then you still have hope. If you look forward to a time or place of quiet and reflection, then you still have hope. If you still buy the ornaments, put up the Christmas tree or cook the turkey, then you still have hope. If you still watch love stories or want the endings to be happy, then you still have hope. If you can look to the past and smile, then you still have hope. If, when faced with the bad, when told everything is futile, you can still look up and end the conversation with the phrase" yeah .BUT" then you still have hope. Hope is such a marvelous thing. It bends, it twists, it sometimes hides, but rarely does it break. ...
609. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Household Tips. [Messages]
... on the stains and rinse with water. To get rid of itch from mosquito bites, try applying soap on the area and you will experience instant relief. Ants, ants, ants everywhere. Well, they are said too never cross a chalk line. So get your chalk out and draw a line on the floor or wherever ants tend to march. See for yourself. Use air-freshener to clean mirrors. It does a good job and better still, leaves a lovely smell to the shine. When you get a splinter, reach for the scotch tape before resorting to tweezers or a needle. Simply put the scotch tape over the splinter, and then pull it off. Scotch tape removes most splinters painlessly and easily. Now look what you can do with Alka Seltzer. Clean a toilet. Drop in two Alka-Seltzer tablets, wait twenty minutes, brush, and flush. The citric acid and effervescent action clean vitreous china. Clean a vase ...
610. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- How To Find Success. [Messages]
... success-oriented way of life? Your idea of happiness is to stay up all night studying for an exam so you can get a better grade than your best friend. Your idea of a good marriage is not to find the woman who will make you whole, but to win the girl that everyone else wants." That's not how people are supposed to live ," the sage admonished." Give it up; come join us in an atmosphere where we all share and love each other" The young man had completed four years at a competitive high school to get into Stanford, plus two years of pre-med courses at the university. He was ripe for this sort of approach. He called his parents from Tokyo and told them he would not be coming home. He was dropping out of school to live in an ashram (a spiritual retreat). Six months later, his parents got this letter from him:" Dear Mom and Dad, ...
... church. The poet Edward Everett Hale put it like this: I am only one, But still I am one. I cannot do everything, But still I can do something; And because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something I can do. What if every member of your church supported the church just as you do? What kind of church would you have? What if every single member served the church, attended the church, loved the church, shared the church, and gave to the church exactly as you do? What kind of church would you be? [Author Unknown-from Dan Griffiths, via 'Grac*e-mail ' (johnlynnbright @gmail.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... lived in near-poverty and spent her time wiping dirt and various body fluids from half-dead cancer and leprosy victims-and appeared to be blissfully happy." Is that a put-on" she was asked? She replied," Oh no, not at all. Nothing makes you happier than when you really reach out in mercy to someone who is badly hurt" She would agree that happiness does not come from acquiring, but is a by-product of giving: time, money, love. Do you want a life of joy? Start by giving.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2009-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
613. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Hated Potatoes. [Messages]
... carrying an unnecessary burden with you wherever you go. If you cannot tolerate the smell of rotten potatoes for just 1 week, can you imagine what a burden it would be to have the stench of hatred in your heart for your lifetime ???" Moral of the story: Get rid of any hatred you might have for others in your heart, so that you won't have to carry around an unnecessary burden during your lifetime. Forgiving others is the best attitude to take! Love others, even if you don't like them. [Author Unknown-from Peggy, via 'Inspired Buffalo ' (InspiredBuffalo @lighthouse.net)-Ed: Anon.] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
614. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God's Beauty Tips [Messages]
... good in other people. To lose weight, let go of stress, hatred, anger, discontentment and the need to control others. To improve your ears, listen to the Word of God. Rather than focus on the thorns of life, smell the roses and count your blessings, giving thanks for each one of them. For poise, walk with knowledge and self-esteem. To strengthen your arms, hug at least 3 people a day; Touch someone with your love. To strengthen your heart, forgive yourself and others. Don't worry and hurry so much. Rather than walk this earth lightly, walk firmly with determination and leave your mark. For the ultimate in business, casual or evening attire, put on the robe of Christ; it fits like a glove but allows room for growth. Best of all, it never goes out of style and is appropriate for any occasion. Doing these things on a daily basis will certainly make ...
615. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Giving Validation. [Messages]
... Giving Validation In a northwestern US city, a woman from out of town parked her car in an attended lot and walked across the street to shop. Hoping to get a discount on the cost of parking, and not familiar with local idioms, she asked," Do you give validation ?"" Certainly ," replied the store's manager." You are an excellent person and I love your hair" That might have been worth the cost of parking. I mean, who wouldn't pay a couple of dollars for the kind of validation that she got? Mark Twain said," I can live two months off a good compliment" But then he also said," If you can't get a compliment any other way, pay yourself one" I suppose sometimes that is the only way we can get one. I'm a strong believer in the power of affirming other people. One time I facetiously told an audience that I have never in my ...
616. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Getting It Right. [Messages]
... not knowing what to do and making a poor choice. That is-I don't HAVE TO always get it right. I don't have to always know what to do all the time. All I really need to do is try my best, learn from the mistakes and go on. The affable Dr. Leo Buscaglia once said," No one gets out of this world alive, so the time to live, learn, care, share, celebrate, and love is now" Which is pretty hard to do when you're waiting for the answers first. So you got it wrong. You made a mistake. So what? Forgive yourself and try again. Even if you don't get out of this world alive, you can get plenty of life out of this world if you're not too worried about always getting it right.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission ...
617. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God's Table Manners [Messages]
... jaws to chew it up, and help us swallow it. We want God to do everything. The fact is that you have responsibility in God's sovereign world.*Accept the seating. Take the lowest seat, the seat of humility and service. If God wants you to sit higher up, He will show you that, but err on the side of humility, not pride.*Finish the meal. John 3: 16 tells us," God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son" Some believe that because God has already come and died for the sins of the world, they don't have to do anything else. However, it's important to finish the phrase regarding man's responsibility:" whosoever believes in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life" You must come to Him in order to receive the forgiveness that He purchased for you.*Read the menu. You must spend time reading what ...
618. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God Can Use You! [Messages]
... could do wonderful things for wonderful people and still not be... Wonderful. Satan says," You're not worthy" Jesus says," So what?... I AM" Satan looks back and sees our mistakes. God looks back and sees the cross. He doesn't calculate what you did in '98. It's not even on the record. Sure. There are lots of reasons why God shouldn't have called us. But if we are magically in love with Him, if we hunger for Him more than our next breath, He'll use us in spite of who we are, where we've been, or what we look like. Pray that as Christians, we will step out of our limitations into the illimitable nature of who God is. Then our passion for God and our passion to communicate with Him will make mincemeat of our limitations. [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry ' (emailministry @emailministry.org)] Inspirational Messages ...
619. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Happiness Is The Way. [Messages]
... your car or home is paid off, until spring, until summer, until fall, until winter, until you are off welfare, until the first or fifteenth, until your song comes on, until you've had a drink, until you've sobered up, until you die, until you are born again to decide that there is no better time than right now to be happy. Happiness is a journey, not a destination. Work like you don't need money, Love like you've never been hurt, And dance like no one's watching. God has given each of us a" gift" that we are to use to glorify His name! Do you know yours ??? [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
620. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- God knows. God cares. [Messages]
... God knows. God cares. A lthough things are not perfect B ecause of trial or pain C ontinue in happy giving D o not begin to blame E ven when the times are hard F ierce winds are bound to blow G od is forever able H old on to what you know I magine life without God s love J oy would cease to be K eep thanking God for all the things L ove imparts to thee M ove out of Self Complaining N o weapon that is known O n earth can yield the power P rayer can do alone Q uit looking at the future R edeem the time at hand S tart every day with worship T o thank is a command U ntil we get blessings V ictorious in the sky W e ll run the race with gratitude X pect from God most high Y es, there will be some bad times and there will be some good
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621. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Daddy's Empty Chair. [Messages]
... " The minister was deeply moved by the story and encouraged the old man to continue on the journey. Then he prayed with him, anointed him with oil, and then returned to the church. Two nights later the daughter called to tell the minister that her daddy had died that afternoon. Did he die in peace ?" he asked. Yes, when I left the house about two o'clock, he called me over to his bedside, told me how much he loved me, and kissed me on the cheek. When I got back from the store an hour later, I found him dead. There was something strange about his death. Apparently, just before Daddy died, he leaned over and rested his head on the chair beside the bed. What do you make of that ?" The minister wiped a tear from his eye and said," I wish we could all go like that"~~~~~Please share this ...
622. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Creating Fathers [Messages]
... . They'll support a small child who wants to ride a horse to Banbury Cross or scare off mice at the summer cabin or display shoes that will be a challenge to fill" God worked on, giving the father few words but a firm, authoritive voice and eyes that saw everything but remained calm and tolerant. Finally, almost as an afterthought, He added tears. Then He turned to the angel and said," Now, are you satisfied that he can love as much as a mother ?" The angel shutteth up. This originally appeared in a newspaper column by Erma Bombeck. She was a well-known humorist and author. She died April 22, 1996 in San Francisco, California. [Erma Bombeck-from Bill Champion (tidbits)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... little like pushing a rope. Mostly, whatever you do doesn't work) You, too, have a light that attracts .an inner light. Not visible to the naked eye, but apparent just the same. We speak of a" twinkle" in the eye or a" flicker" of warmth in the heart. Some people shine with a light of kindness. Others emit a light of hope. There are those who glow with enthusiasm and still others who radiate love. Almost all creatures are drawn to light, including humans. Do you want to attract people to you? Positive and life-affirming inner qualities can attract people like a warm fire on a cold night. What will draw other people to you best cannot be purchased in any department store. They will respond to that which radiates from within. You may not always see it, but your light is shining through. And it's one of your most attractive qualities!~Steve Goodier ...
... might not be your fate. The only way your name would get into a history book is if you put it there .inside the front cover, with your address! There may be thousands of names in somebody's" Who's Who" book, but there are billions of nobodies that make a society social, a religion practcal, and a life liveable. Without the nobodies who live their faiths everyday, work their jobs with pride and conscience, and really try to" love their neighbor as themselves ," no society could survive and no great cause could prevail. The truth is that nobody is a nobody in God's eyes. Everybody is a somebody. In fact, everybody is a somebody special. God wouldn't send His Son to die for a bunch of nobodies. Neither would he entrust a mission so great to nobodies. We are all somebody special. In the church that I pastor there is a plaque that someone donated. I often read it ...
625. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Appreciation. [Messages]
... . Perhaps this greater appreciation comes from the long and difficult Winter we had this year or perhaps as I am getting older and wiser I am finally beginning to see the glory and majesty that was around me all the time. Either way I am grateful and happy. There is nothing sadder than passing by a treasure everyday and not seeing it. This world is full of beauty, wonder, and delight. It is full of countless blessings given to us by our loving Father above. All we have to do is open our eyes to see them and open our hearts to feel them. Don t ignore these glorious gifts from God. Don t allow yourself to pass them by. Open the door of your soul and welcome them in. Let them warm you, nourish you, and strengthen you. Let them become one with you. Then go out and share their joys with everyone.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ ...
626. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- At Least One Friend. [Messages]
... to pour your troubles down And raise your spirits high. A friend's a hand to pull you up From darkness and despair, When all your other so-called" friends" Have helped to put you there! A true friend is an ally Who can't be moved or bought, A voice to keep your name alive When others have forgot. But most of all a friend's a heart, A strong and sturdy wall, For from the hearts of friends there comes The greatest love of all! So think of what I've spoken, For every word is true. And answer once again, my child, How many friends have you ?" And then he stood and faced me, Awaiting my reply. I smiled at him and answered," At least ONE friend have I !" Thanks for being MY FRIEND! [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
627. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Autumn Leaves. [Messages]
... as a forest full of Autumn leaves then. May you share the color of your heart and light of your soul with everyone you meet. May you bless this whole world with your kindness, goodness, and oneness with God. May you live a life of such giving, sharing, and caring that even after you pass from this world what you did and who you were will continue to nourish the hearts and souls of those still here. May you live in love and joy today, tomorrow, and forever and may you always remember to jump in the leaves.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
628. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Dream. [Messages]
... of it. My Dad just smiled back and said not to worry because there were plenty of Children to help. When I looked back I saw that He was right. Over the endless garden there were thousands of boys and girls with buckets each pouring the life giving water on the thirsty plants. I woke up after that, but I didn t need Sigmund Freud to tell me what this dream meant. God was just reminding me to keep pouring out His love and light to this thirsty world. It is a lifetime s work, but there are plenty of us with light heats and full buckets ready to do it.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... Painted With A Different Brush One man who loved the color yellow had yellow carpet, yellow furniture, yellow drapes, yellow walls and even yellow appliances in his yellow kitchen. He slept in a yellow bed with yellow covers and wore yellow pajamas. He got sick. You guessed it. yellow jaundice. He called a doctor who came to his apartment building. The manager told him he'd have no trouble finding the right one." You just go down the hall and come to a yellow door ," he said." That's the one" In a few moments the doctor was back. The apartment manager asked," Were you able to help him ?" The doctor replied," Help him! I couldn't even FIND him !" I suppose it's not always a good idea to blend too closely with your surroundings. And that holds true for the way we think and behave, too. We may not always want to be like everyone ...
630. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Apples. [Messages]
... into those blind eyes. She continued," Are you Jesus ?" He stopped in mid-stride, and he wondered. Then slowly he made his way to catch the later flight with that question burning and bouncing about in his soul:" Are you Jesus ?" Do people mistake you for Jesus? That's our destiny, is it not? To be so much like Jesus that people cannot tell the difference as we live and interact with a world that is blind to His love, life and grace. If we claim to know Him, we should live, walk and act as He would. Knowing Him is more than simply quoting Scripture and going to church. It's actually living the Word as life unfolds day to day. You are the apple of His eye even though we, too, have been bruised by a fall. He stopped what He was doing and picked you and me up on a hill called Calvary and paid in full for ...
... Then I opened His Word to my devotional Psalm. There in verse 19 of Psalm 94 I read," In the multitude of my anxieties within me, Your comforts delight my soul" It was then that the Divine exchange took place. I gave God every anxiety and took upon myself His delightful comforts. I even numbered them. God will perfect that which concerns me. God sees everything and nothing is hidden from His sight. God is at work. God loves me. I am His beloved, and He is mine. Immanuel, God, is with me and will NEVER leave me nor forsake me. God is good and does good! God will deal with the evildoer, the reviler, the slanderer, gossip, the gainsayer, the complainer. God does not condemn me. God is for me. God will supply my every need according to His riches in glory. God understands me. God hears my prayer. God ...
... MY BODY: I will eat less; I will eat only healthy foods. I will thank GOD for my body. TODAY I WILL GROW SPIRITUALLY: I will spend a little more time in prayer today: I will begin reading something spiritual or inspirational today; I will find a quiet place (at some point during this day) and listen to GOD's voice !!!" But since we belong to the day, let us be self controlled, putting on faith and love as a breastplate, and hope of salvation as a helmet" 1 Thessalonians 5: 8 [Author Unknown-from Aiken Drum] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
633. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 10 Lessons Learned From 25 Years of Ministry. [Messages]
... truth and the life. One should live first and foremost so as to please a heavenly audience. One s legacy is found not in things that matter least but in people who matter most. The generation into which I am born is my calling and it beckons me to be fully engaged. When Jesus paused while dying on the cross to make certain his mother was cared for, he showed how to prioritize family amidst ministry. Sermons can inspire but it is love in action that makes the most profound impact. As I look to the next generation of ministers I am keenly aware that they will seek to touch a world that is increasingly distracted. Absolutes will be challenged as those who oppose Biblical precepts become more organized and vocal. Their strength will be in presenting not religion but a relationship with Jesus Christ. To the generation of ministers who have served before me that includes Billy Graham, Bill Bright and others less well-known but equally faithful ...
634. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- 1000 Marbles. [Messages]
... large, clear plastic container right here in the shack next to my gear. Every Saturday since then, I have taken one marble out and thrown it away"" I found that by watching the marbles diminish, I focused more on the really important things in life. There is nothing like watching your time here on this earth run out to help get your priorities straight"" Now let me tell you one last thing before I sign-off with you and take my lovely wife out for breakfast. This morning, I took the very last marble out of the container. I figure if I make it until next Saturday then I have been given a little extra time. And the one thing we can all use is a little more time"" It was nice to meet you Tom, I hope you spend more time with your family, and I hope to meet you again here on the band. 75 year Old Man, this is ...
... differently? Those who look like us and those who do not? Aren't they all our children? The well-educated and the under-educated? The well-fed and the under-fed? Those who are secure and those who are at risk? Aren't they all our children? The highly valued and highly esteemed as well as the castaways and the lost? Aren't they all our children? Aren't they all our responsibility? ALL of them? Ours to nurture? Ours to protect? Ours to love? I don't think it is an exaggeration to say that the survival of our world hinges on the answer to that question. To say they are NOT all our children is to condemn the world to more struggle family against family, group against group, nation against nation. Aren't they all our children? If we say yes, can we ever again pit them against each other?" If we have no peace ," said Mother Teresa," it is because we ...
636. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- All The Joy You Need. [Messages]
... amongst life's ruins. We cannot avoid pain, however hard we try. But we can avoid joy. We cannot escape hardship and trouble, but we can miss out on much of life's peace and laughter. If you feel as if you could use more joy, try this: Spend time daily doing something you enjoy. Do those things that bring inner peace. Learn to laugh heartily and frequently. Cultivate an attitude of hope. Fill each day with as much love as it can possibly hold. You'll still have plenty of problems, but through it all, you'll find all the joy you will ever need.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
637. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- And So It Is. [Messages]
... do. And having just met you for the first time and hearing you say all those things to yourself, I'd have to guess you were right"" Well, I'm not !" he said as he walked away." Now keep saying that to yourself and see what a difference it makes in your life !" I yelled to him as he left the room. I was frustrated. I spend my life trying to get people to see beauty in the world and love in their life. I write stories to inspire, plant a seed, adjust an attitude, or simply fill a void. I wish I could say that moments later the young man came rushing back to tell me that he needed to hear what I had to say. It didn't happen. You see, the business I'm in is based on faith. I believe in something bigger than I, but I can't see it. I believe in hope, but I can't ...
638. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Alphabet Faith Guide. [Messages]
... Alphabet Faith Guide A lthough things are not perfect B ecause of trial or pain C ontinue in thanksgiving D o not begin to blame E ven when the times are hard F ierce winds are bound to blow G od is forever able H old on to what you know I magine life without His love J oy would cease to be K eep thanking Him for all the things L ove imparts to thee M ove out of" Camp Complaining" N o weapon that is known O n earth can yield the power P raise can do alone Q uit looking at the future R edeem the time at hand S tart every day with worship T o" thank" is a command U ntil we see Him coming V ictorious in the sky W e'll run the race with gratitude X alting God most high Y es, there'll be good times and there will be bad, but. Z ion waits in glory. where none are ever sad! [ ...
... you. I want you to go back out there and finish the game. I know you want to quit, but you can't. And, son, you're going to get scored on again, but it doesn't matter. Go on, now" It made a difference-I could tell it did. When you're all alone, and you're getting scored on-and you can't stop them-it means a lot to know that it doesn't matter to those who love you. The little guy ran back on to the field-and they scored two more times-but it was okay. I get scored on every day. I try so hard. I recklessly throw my body in every direction. I fume and rage. I struggle with temptation and sin with every ounce of my being-and Satan laughs. And he scores again, and the tears come, and I go to my knees-sinful, convicted, helpless. ...
640. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Penny. [Messages]
... A Penny I found a penny today Just laying on the ground, But it's not just a penny This little coin I've found. Found pennies come from heaven That's what my Grandpa told me, He said," Angels toss them down" Oh, how I loved that story. He said," When an Angel misses you They toss a penny down, Sometimes just to cheer you up To make a smile out of your frown" So don't pass by that penny When you're feeling blue, It may be a penny from heaven That an Angel's tossed to you. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... be shy. If a child lives with tolerance, He learns to be patient. If a child lives with encouragement, He learns confidence. If a child lives with praise, He learns to appreciate. If a child lives with fairness, He learns justice. If a child lives with security, He learns to have faith. If a child lives with approval, He learns to like himself. If a child lives with acceptance and friendship, He learns to find love in the world.~~~~~~~~~~~I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something. I will not refuse to do the something I can do.-Helen Keller-[ Author Unknown-from 'Love Quotes '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... RIDICULE, they learn to be SHY. If children live with JEALOUSY, they learn what ENVY is. If children live with SHAME, they learn to feel GUILTY. If children live with TOLERANCE, they learn to be PATIENT. If children live with ENCOURAGEMENT, they learn to be CONFIDENT. If children live with PRAISE, they learn to APPRECIATE. If children live with APPROVAL, they learn to BE THEMSELVES. If children live with ACCEPTANCE, they learn to FIND LOVE in the world. If children live with RECOGNITION, they learn to HAVE A GOAL. If children live with SHARING, they learn to be GENEROUS. If children live with HONESTY and FAIRNESS, they learn what TRUTH and JUSTICE are. If children live with SECURITY, they learn to have FAITH in themselves and in those around them. If children live with FRIENDLINESS, they learn the world is a NICE place in which to live. If children live with SERENITY, they ...
643. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Cast Out The Net. [Messages]
... heed is better than the fat of rams" (1 Samuel 15: 22). In any task we undertake for God, it's easy to become discouraged by our apparent lack of success. We often feel inadequate-and those feelings increase when our goals seem to be elusive. But we must remember, the outcome of the task is secondary to our obedience. God doesn't need our" fish"-He wants our devotion and trust. He desires that we love Him with all our heart, soul, mind, and strength. Let's take our eyes off the accomplishment of the" catch" and what we can produce. Rather, let's focus on walking each step according to His leading. Let's concentrate all our effort on obeying His call to cast out the net. Amen! Have a Great Day in the LORD! [Author Unknown-from 'E-Mail Ministry '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
644. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Choosing Confidence. [Messages]
... Choosing Confidence Carefully examining a display in the drugstore, a man asked the pharmacist," Do you really guarantee this hair-restorer ?" The pharmacist responded," Better than that, sir. We give a comb with every bottle" Wouldn't you love to have that kind of confidence? One man quipped," When it comes to believing in myself, I'm an agnostic" One of the greatest problems many people experience is lack of confidence. Some don't believe in their ability to speak in public, others are afraid to try something they've never done before, and still others do not have the confidence to overcome their shyness. Do you know that you can become more confident? One effective technique is to learn to do what you're afraid to do. I led a seminar a few years ago where I asked for three volunteers to speak to the group the next day. One young woman named Judy was the first to raise her hand. She ...
645. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Closed Doors. [Messages]
... , He can spot trouble down the road and set up a roadblock or detour accordingly. But through our lack of wisdom, we try to tear down the roadblocks or push aside the detour sign. Then the minute we get into trouble, we start crying," Lord, how could You have done this to me ?" We have got to realize that the closed door can be a blessing. Didn't He say that no good thing would He withhold from them that love Him? If you get terminated from your job, praise God for the new opportunities that will manifest themselves: it might be another job, it might be school. If that man or woman won't return your call, it might not be them, it might be the Lord setting up a roadblock (just let it go). One time, a person had a bank they had been in business with for many years tell them" No !" to a $10 ...
646. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Crazy Weather. [Messages]
... clothes to take in the sight and store it safely in the memories of my soul. Life too can give us some crazy weather at times. Clear days can suddenly turn stormy in an instant. Sunny skies and gentle breezes can give way to pounding rains and lightening for no reason. Problems, troubles, and frustrations can soak you to the skin and you can find yourself wondering if the storm will ever end. When this happens take heart in knowing that God loves you through every type of weather and that you have enough sunlight in your soul to ride out any storm that life throws at you. Let that rain help you to grow and remember that the storms always end, the clouds always part, and sometimes you even get blessed with a rainbow.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... link delighting to say it was good medicine for my health! The third friend just decided to send me the BROWNIE link -what a friend! Now let's get real about my chocolate habit .and let's chart the progression! I LIKE IT!-Just a thought-nudger, 'cause a friend, a TV commercial, a magazine ad or whatever brought it to my attention. Piece of cake (chocolate !). I can shrug it off and move on .or can I? I LOVE IT!-Now it's a heart-grabber, 'cause I've chosen to entertain it. It becomes an obsession. All I can think about is that Baskin Robbin's chocolate almond ice cream, double dip, in a waffle cone. I can almost taste it .that idea has now gone down to my heart. It's starting to take over my LIFE! I LICK IT!-Now it's a tummy-taker, 'cause I've given in! I've satisfied my desire; I've indulged -and OH, ...
... how we all can go about building a better world. We can do it one kind act at a time. We can do it one gift of charity at a time. We can do it one shared smile at a time. We can do it one uplifting word at a time. We can do it one heartfelt hug at a time. We can even do it one donated shirt at a time. We can build a better world with each act of love we share and good thing we do. We can do it with helpful hands and caring hearts. We can do it with cheerful spirits and joyous souls. We can do it knowing that God and His angels are smiling down upon us and helping us every step of the way.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
649. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Building a Boat. [Messages]
... we have 'em eight-on-six" The Great One was so great because, when his chance came to make an impact, he was ready. And because he was ready, chances came again and again. I ve learned this: it doesn t matter what awaits me just across the sea if I haven t built a boat. Many years ago a friend and I were talking about a speaking engagement I had accepted in Los Angeles. I d love to go places and speak or lead seminars , she said. I asked her, What would you speak about? What do you want to teach ? I don t know. I ve always wanted to write a book and lead seminars , she said, but I ve never gotten around to it I ve heard her speak she has a great ability to relate to people. She has a charismatic personality. She is intelligent ...
650. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-3. [Messages]
... the right one, when you look in your child's eyes. We come to understand that the intangible rewards we receive on a daily basis, far outweigh those we earned in the" working" world. Let us strive for meekness in our daily lives, and inherit the earth! About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two income families. [by Cheryl Novak, Copyright 2000] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
651. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Beatitudes for SAHMs-2. [Messages]
... feel guilty, keep in touch with the source of your comfort Jesus Christ, and accept the daily comforts in the special moments with your children. Blessed are SAHMs who mourn the loss of past things for they shall be blessed to know that they followed God's will for their lives! About the author: Cheryl is a SAHM to her three year old daughter. She worked as a nursing home administrator for 8 years before her promotion to 'Stay At Home Mommy ' She loves being a homebody, sewing, needle arts, scrap-booking and raising her daughter. Cheryl believes that SAHMs don't get enough support or encouragement in this day of two income families. [by Cheryl Novak, Copyright 2000] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
652. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- A Sure Cure for Stress. [Messages]
... time with God in prayer. Let the Lord review your date book. Offer up your angst and cares. Take a walk or jog three miles. Don't neglect your exercise. Watch your diet. Drink much water. Boycott burgers, Cokes and fries. Make the most of meals with family. Share your feelings. Make amends. View each day as priceless treasure. Count your blessings. Laugh with friends. Learn the art of saying" Sorry! While I'd love to I just can't" Try to just say no more often. Let it be your freedom chant. Guard your day-off like a soldier wearing sneakers, jeans and cap. Let yourself enjoy a hobby. Every Sunday take a nap. Even though it's not a cancer, stress can kill you just the same. So determine you will fight it. Make a stress-free life your aim.~Greg Asimakoupoulos~[ by: Greg Asimakoupoulos, Naperville, IL, 2005- ...
... Put Your Behind In Your Past I like what Miguel de Cervantes, the author of DON QUIXOTE, said," Love not what you are, but what you may become" There is hope that I can always change for the better. I can become more self confident, more in charge of my life, healthier, happier-you get the idea. And there is hope that I can change a situation-like finding a new career or going after a new life-style. If you're like me, making any big changes can be scary. We will have to COMMIT. And we may have to take a risk. Let me illustrate what I mean: Consider a performer on a trapeze. She swings back and forth. And then she encounters another trapeze bar. It is swinging toward her and it is empty. Now she has a decision to make. She may continue to hang onto her present bar, or let go ...
654. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Believe. [Messages]
... what? For you to ask. Ask? Ask Him what? To forgive you, and to make you new within, And your past sins will be gone. Gone? Yes, vanished. as far. As the East is from the West. And Believe. Believe what? That Jesus died on the cross for your sins. Believe that He. Is the Son of God. But I couldn't. Why would He do that for me? Because He loves You And Yes, you can. Just say it and Believe. Just Believe it? Yes, believe it. and it's done! I woke up early Sunday morning (4: 00am) April 30, 2000, and could not go back to sleep. These thoughts kept going around in my head, so I felt impressed to write them down. When I finished I felt God really wanted me to share this with as many people as possible on the Internet. ...
655. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Blowing Out Your Guilt. [Messages]
... the father takes out a newspaper ad in El Liberal:" Paco, meet me at Hotel Montana noon Tuesday. All is forgiven" When the father goes to the square he is surprised to find eight hundred young men named Paco waiting for their fathers. We can't underestimate the need for reconciliation and wholeness. Finally, forgive yourself. No purpose is served in continuing to whip yourself over past events you can do nothing about. And how will you truly learn to love when there is one person in your life you refuse to completely forgive? If you follow these steps, you can rid yourself of unnecessary guilt. You will find that you are happier and healthier-and you can save all those brown paper bags for lunch.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2010-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
656. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- "Bent". [Messages]
... " Bent"" But God showed his great love for us by sending Christ to die for us while we were still sinners" Romans 5: 8 (NLT) Matchbox 20 had a hit song called" Bent" Radio stations still play it, just not quite as much. In this particular song, Rob Thomas-the lead singer and songwriter for the band-manages to capture the emotion behind what seems to be a universal problem. Here are a few lines: If I fall along the way Pick me up and dust me off And if I get too tired to make it Be my breath so I can walk Can you help me-I'm bent I'm so scared that I'll never Get put back together. I started out clean but I'm jaded Just phoning it in Just breaking the skin Shouldn't be so complicated. Can you identify? No matter how hard you try, you seem to keep messing up? When you step ...
657. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Hurry Up And Be Patient! [Messages]
... Hurry Up And Be Patient! You've heard it said," Hurry up and wait !" But learning to wait calmly is an important part of living. In this age of high-speed connections and instantaneous results, it helps to remember that the Mayflower made its historic voyage across the Atlantic Ocean at about two miles per hour! How did those early settlers occupy their time as they were waiting to arrive? I love the story of a passenger on Britain's Imperial Airways, a company that pioneered air travel between England and Australia in the mid-1930s." If you have time to spare, go by air ," was the popular expression of the day. Airliners were both slow and incapable of flying long distances. One of the very first flights took off from Croydon Airport near London and flew to northern France where it was delayed extensively due to bad weather. When it arrived in the south of France, one of the motors had failed and it was ...
658. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Ideals. [Messages]
... Ideals Remember that ideals are like stars up in the sky, You can never really reach them, hanging in the heavens high. But like the mighty mariner who sailed the storm-tossed sea, And used the stars to chart his course with skill and certainty, You too can chart your course in life with high ideals and love, For high ideals are like the stars that light the sky above. You cannot ever reach them, but lift your heart up high And your life will be as shining as the stars up in the sky. [by: Helen Stiener Rice] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
659. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Ship Wreck. [Messages]
... not for that, you would not have received any of my blessings"" Tell me ," the first man asked the voice," what did he pray for that I should owe him anything ?"" He prayed that all your prayers would be answered"~~~~~For all we know, our blessings are not the fruits of our prayers alone, but those of another praying for us. This is too good not to share. With obedience and love for others come blessings. My prayer for you today is that all your prayers will be answered. Be blessed." What you do for others is more important than what you do for yourself" [Author Unknown-submitted by: Bob Francis (sirbob @pcez.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... girl replied," Yes, a little. I couldn't quite make up my mind because there are so many" The teacher said," Well, tell us what you have, and then maybe we can help" The girl hesitated, then read," I think the 'Seven Wonders of the World ' are: 1. To See 2. To Hear 3. To Touch 4. To Taste 5. To Feel 6. To Laugh 7. And to Love" The room was so quiet you could have heard a pin drop. The things we overlook as simple and ordinary, and that we take for granted, many times are truly wondrous! A gentle reminder... that the most precious things in life cannot be built by hand or bought by man. Don't be too busy today... to share an inspiration! [Received from Connie Cook and Eva Young-Ed: Anon.] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
... citizens cannot. Does this form of government sound familiar? The Library of Congress (another government institution) has statues of the apostle Paul and Moses, and it has large inscriptions of Micah 6: 8 and Psalms 19: 1 prominently displayed. (Try pulling that off at the next high school football game)" He hath showed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God ?" Micah 6: 8" The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament showeth his handiwork" Psalms 19: 1 The Lincoln Memorial (Government property) has chiseled on it," Judgments of the Lord are righteous" The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is dedicated to a soldier" Known but to God" There is a prayer room in Congress. (Go tell your local school board you want the same ...
662. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Significance [Messages]
... deep for words" conveying our needs" according to the will of God" (Romans 8: 26-27). So if you catch yourself wondering about your significance, I encourage you to open up God's songbook, the Psalms. Begin to read looking for the words that give your heart a voice. As you read, let God remind you that he knows your heart and longs to remind you that you have significance as his child-a child he knows, loves, and in whom he lives. Oh yeah, one final thing. If you are personally significant to God, then he's got a plan and purpose for you. So don't just sit there. Significant people do significant things to bless others and glorify God. When they do, they experience God's presence and their own significance by being used for his glory. [by Phil Ware (c) 2000 Heartlight, Inc.-from 'Heartlight Magazine, via Keith Todd] ...
663. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Singing The Blues. [Messages]
... a professional counselor Eat a well-balanced diet Exercise daily Lean on God This last recommendation may surprise you, but what better Being to cast our troubles and cares to, but our Creator? Even when we may think our thoughts and actions are secret, nothing is hidden from the Lord. Not only does God know our joys, but He feels our pains, and is just waiting for us to reach out so that He may dry our tears. There is someone who loves and cares for you more than anyone else, but it is up to you to invite Him in to your heart. You may feel like you are all alone, and that no one understands, but God is eager to claim you as His much-cherished child. Won't you call on your Creator today? [by: Melanie Schurr, Copyright 1998 (www.angelfire.com / mi / melschurr)-from 'Daily Wisdom '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
664. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Stepping Out In Faith. [Messages]
... be the good will and good sense of my friend, I decided to say no to what I felt, to stifle my impulse to cling to the security of the mountain, to lean out, step out, and traverse the ice to safety. It took less than two seconds to find out if my faith was well founded. It was" To save us, God often tells us to do things that are the opposite of our natural inclination. Is God loving and faithful? Can we trust him? Yes, and yes! Addendum-Hebrews 7: 23, 25 By so much was Jesus made a surety of a better testament... Wherefore he is able also to save them to the uttermost that come unto God by him, seeing he ever liveth to make intercession for them. [Ben Patterson, from 'Waiting '-sent by GAgirl @flash.net] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
665. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Steel and Velvet. [Messages]
... there is a time for toughness and a time for tenderness. A time for resolve and a time for compassion. An iron will is not the same as an iron spirit. Another courageous American, Martin Luther King, Jr. some hundred years later encouraged us to exhibit tough minds and soft hearts .not the other way around. Be mentally tough; your resolve and determination will overcome great obstacles along life's path. But let your heart be soft; your compassion and love will make the journey worth it.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2006 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
666. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Seize The Moment. [Messages]
... " Someday, when things are settled down a bit" When anyone calls my 'seize the moment ' friend, she is open to adventure and available for trips. She keeps an open mind on new ideas. Her enthusiasm for life is contagious. You talk with her for five minutes, and you're ready to trade your bad feet for a pair of Rollerblades and skip an elevator for a bungee cord. My lips have not touched ice cream in 10 years. I love ice cream. It's just that I might as well apply it directly to my hips with a spatula and eliminate the digestive process. The other day, I stopped the car and bought a triple-decker. If my car had hit an iceberg on the way home, I would have died happy. Now .go on and have a nice day. Do something you WANT to. not something on your SHOULD DO list. If you were going to die soon and had only one ...
... Search For An Honest Man I love this story which reportedly came from Sports Illustrated (I do not know which issue ): The game was played in Wellington, Florida. In it, a seven-year-old first baseman, Tanner Munsey, fielded a ground ball and tried to tag a runner going from first to second base. The umpire, Laura Benson, called the runner out, but young Tanner immediately ran to her side and said," Ma'am, I didn't tag the runner" Umpire Benson reversed herself, sent the runner to second base, and Tanner's coach gave him the game ball for his honesty. Two weeks later, Laura Benson was again the umpire and Tanner was playing shortstop when a similar play occurred. This time Benson ruled that Tanner had missed the tag on a runner going to third base, and she called the runner safe. Tanner looked at Benson and without saying a word, tossed the ball to the catcher and returned ...
668. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Real Health. [Messages]
... not life threatening. Then came the arthritis, and more recently at fifty-five, came the diabetes. Somewhere along in there, I became very interested in pharmaceuticals, and finally one day, I became free. I began by noticing the sunsets and I had the time to stop and really wonder at the beauty and the magnitude of it all. Then I moved onto the sunrises, and I quickly found out that if I wasted the early morning, I missed the loveliest part of the day. Then I began to notice how grateful I was to be able to witness the changing of the seasons-the first whisper of spring, the rustling of the leaves beneath my feet, in the fall. When illness would hit me, I found that I actually enjoyed the solitude-a time to reflect, gather my thoughts, and pray, at leisure. I found that I was" experiencing" this mid-life season, and I was no ...
669. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Real Beauty. [Messages]
... . The infant was swaddled in a receiving blanket with his head covered for the short trip through the chilly air-conditioned corridor. The baby was placed in his mother's arms, who eased the blanket back so that she could gaze upon her child for the first time. She took one look at her baby's face and looked to her husband and gasped," Oh, Honey! Look! He has your ears !" No problem with Mom. She married those ears .and she loves the man to whom they are attached. The poet Khalil Gibran said," Beauty is not in the face; beauty is a light in the heart" It's hard to see the ears when you're looking into the light.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2008 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
670. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Psycho Kitty. [Messages]
... it be death in relationships, goals, or even physical death it always leads to death! We don't have time to play games with Jesus. Today is the day to serve Jesus; to come back if we're straying, and to get ourselves back on God's perfect track. Who are you serving today? Jesus alone, or are you dabbling with the devil too? Jesus said," No one can serve two masters. Either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other" Matthew 6: 24 [By: Johnnie Moore, Jr. (TDDMJohnnie @aol.com)-from 'Words For Life '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
671. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Reasons and Seasons. [Messages]
... is because your turn has come to share, grow, or learn. They may bring you an experience of peace or make you laugh. They may teach you something you have never done. They usually give you an unbelievable amount of joy .Believe it! It is real! But, only for a season. LIFETIME relationships teach you lifetime lessons -those things you must build upon in order to have a solid emotional foundation. Your job is to accept the lesson, love the person / people (any way ); and put what you have learned to use in all other relationships and areas of your life. Some of you are more than friends -you are family. And some of you are more than family -you are friends. Thank you for being part of my life. [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
672. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Recipe For A Miracle. [Messages]
... a little as you knead the dough. Pack it firmly between your hopes and dreams and form into a perfect little ball. Sprinkle it with a little faith (I recommend Hebrews 11 ), rolling the ball in the flour until fully covered. Place it under a veil of belief and allow it to rise. Put it in an oven that has been pre-set at the perfect temperature for the heat of trials and tribulations. Allow it to brown under the warmth of God's love. Remove after due season and allow to cool in the confidence of His promise. Garnish with your praises. Arrange neatly on a platter of thankfulness and serve to friends, families and, oh yes, strangers... invite them too! Pass on the recipe to all who request it and let them know that with this recipe, they have the makings of a miracle! [Author Unknown-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net ...
673. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Reverse 911. [Messages]
... has been piling up on me. Just this week I found out my new car has a major oil leak and of course the warranty just ran out. For the first time ever, my main computer crashed. My repair man called me and said, I have good news and bad news"" Tell me the bad news ," I said." Your computer is dead"" what's the good news ?" I asked." You can go shopping. I love to shop ," he said. I do, too when I have the money. Major car repairs, a computer crash, increased health concerns .I won't ask," What else can happen ?" because now I am in the" Poor me !" mode. You know what that means. If I get a hang nail, if I stub my toe, if I spill my coffee, I will see it all as" poor me" Not any more. I see ...
... mule for sale !?" submitted by Thomas D. Clay We laugh at jokes about nagging wives (like the one above). Sadly, nagging and wife almost appear synonymous now days. But to God (and our husbands) nagging is no laughing matter. Ladies, as Ephesians 5: 33 states, let's respect and reverence our husbands (notice him, regard him, honor him, prefer him, venerate and esteem him; defer to him, praise him, love and admire him exceedingly-Amplified Bible). <>< Who can find a virtuous woman? for her price is far above rubies. The heart of her husband doth safely trust in her, so that he shall have no need of spoil. She will do him good and not evil all the days of her life. Proverbs 31: 10-12 [Charlotte (tidings @GAgirl.com)-from 'Tidings '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... notice that it was I who had ripped out the last check in the booklet. I laughed at myself and thanked the teller for her help. My brain felt old and I felt foolish, but I thanked God that my faith in humanity had been restored. I will take a little humbling any day to keep my faith in humanity going strong. In this crazy, modern society it is easy to forget that this world is full of good, caring, and loving people. We are all God s Children. May we always see His light shining in each other.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
676. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Teacher. [Messages]
... streaming in through the classroom windows and the class was nearly over, she moved a few things aside on the edge of her desk and sat down there. With a gentle look of reflection on her face, she paused and said," Before class is over, I would like to share with all of you a thought that is unrelated to class, but which I feel is very important. Each of us is put here on earth to learn, share, love, appreciate and give of ourselves. None of us knows when this fantastic experience will end. It can be taken away at any moment. Perhaps this is God's way of telling us that we must make the most out of every single day" Her eyes beginning to water, she went on," So I would like you all to make me a promise. From now on, on your way to school, or on your way home, find something beautiful to ...
... much on gifts that thy soul is forgotten. Thou shalt not let Santa Claus replace Christ, thus robbing the day of its spiritual reality. Thou shalt not burden the shop girl, the mailman, and the merchant with complaints and demands. Thou shalt give thyself with thy gift. This will increase its value a hundred fold, and he who receiveth it shall treasure it forever. Thou shalt not value gifts received by their cost. Even the least expensive may signify love, and that is more priceless than silver and gold. Thou shalt not neglect the needy. Share thy blessings with many who will go hungry and cold unless thou are generous. Thou shalt not neglect thy church. Its services highlight the true meaning of the season. Thou shalt be as a little child. Not until thou has become in spirit as a little one art thou ready to enter into the kingdom of Heaven. Thou shall not forget to share your joy, ...
678. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Cab Ride. [Messages]
... in, sat behind me in total anonymity, and told me about their lives. I encountered people whose lives amazed me, ennobled me, made me laugh and weep. But none touched me more than a woman I picked up late one August night. I was responding to a call from a small brick fourplex in a quiet part of town. I assumed I was being sent to pick up some partyers, or someone who had just had a fight with a lover, or a worker heading to an early shift at some factory for the industrial part of town. When I arrived at 2: 30 a.m, the building was dark except for a single light in a ground floor window. Under such circumstances, many drivers just honk once or twice, wait a minute, then drive away. But I had seen too many impoverished people who depended on taxis as their only means of transportation. Unless a situation smelled of danger, I ...
679. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Blessing Of Thorns. [Messages]
... , he said to Sandra," I highly recommend the Special !"" I don't know if I can be thankful for the thorns in my life" Sandra said." It's all too .fresh"" Well ," the clerk replied carefully," my experience has shown me that thorns make roses more precious. We treasure God's providential care more during trouble than at any other time. Remember, it was a crown of thorns that Jesus wore so we might know His love. Don't resent the thorns" Tears rolled down Sandra's cheeks. For the first time since the accident, she loosened her grip on resentment." I'll take those twelve long-stemmed thorns, please ," she managed to choke out." I hoped you would ," said the clerk gently." I'll have them ready in a minute"" Thank you. What do I owe you ?"" Nothing. Nothing but a promise to allow God to heal your heart. The first ...
680. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Daffodil Principle. [Messages]
... top. Still, just planting one bulb at a time, year after year, had changed the world. This unknown woman had forever changed the world in which she lived. She had created something of ineffable (indescribable) magnificence, beauty, and inspiration. The principle her daffodil garden taught is one of the greatest principles of celebration. That is, learning to move toward our goals and desires one step at a time-often just one baby-step at a time-and learning to love the doing, learning to use the accumulation of time. When we multiply tiny pieces of time with small increments of daily effort, we too will find we can accomplish magnificent things. We can change the world." It makes me sad in a way ," I admitted to Carolyn." What might I have accomplished if I had thought of a wonderful goal thirty-five or forty years ago and had worked away at it 'one bulb at a time ' through all those years ...
... shone full of joyful traces. The hooters calling for customers to take their chances at the games filled the air." How 'bout you Mister? Win a prize for the lady ?" Screams and giggles rode high atop the waves of sound. Bright balloons filled with helium floated on the wrist of each child as he roamed aimlessly through the crowd. They rose high peeking at all below. Hungry faces devoured cheeseburgers and ice cream. Homemade pies and tasty treats made with love filled nostrils. Sam and Ralph, his friend when he visited his Gramparents, sat with Ralph's older brother and his friends." After this" Sam says between his hot-dog on a stick bites." I'm getting a cotton candy"" Yeah ," Ralph added." Give me my money now Eddie" Ralph stuck out his sticky fingers. Big brother Eddie stood up and reached into his pocket." You kids stay close. We're gonna go on that coaster soon ...
682. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Fourth Wall. [Messages]
... your house for you? Too good to be true, right? Not in this case. What you cannot conceal, God is willing to overlook. What you cannot hide, God is willing to cover over. What you cannot overcome, God is willing to dismiss. But only when it is buried deep within the covering of his son's blood. The fourth wall of your life needs some paint. Have you met the master painter? [by Mark Phillips (lovenotes-on @mail-list.com)-from 'Daily Wisdom '] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
683. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Fable Of Mary Lin. [Messages]
... thing happened. Amid the pleasant sounds of heaven, Mary Lin thought she heard weeping. She concentrated on that sound and discerned that it was the cry of a child far, far away. It was barely audible as it moved up to her from the earth. She knew someone was distraught. Someone was in need. Mary Lin turned and passed out through the gate...." If we make our goal to live a life of compassion and unconditional love ," said Dr. Elisabeth Kubler-Ross," then the world will indeed become a garden where all kinds of flowers can bloom and grow" The world can become... heavenly.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier Copyright 2007 (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)-{ used with permission}] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
684. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Best Revenge. [Messages]
... making joke on me, I stop spitting in your soup" He had his revenge. But for most of us, revenge turns out to be more bitter than sweet. Unsatisfying at best. It" has no more quenching effect on emotions than salt water has on thirst ," one writer says. And it's true. The desire to inflict hurt and pain remains long after one has given in to the urge to get even. Bitter emotions are more often quenched by love and understanding than by fighting back. Over 400 years ago, the English poet George Herbert said," Living well is the best revenge" Good advice-especially when tempted to get even.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2010-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
685. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Best Day Of My Life. [Messages]
... the clouds, the trees, the flowers, the birds. Today, none of these miraculous creations will escape my notice. Today, I will share my excitement for life with other people. I'll make someone smile. I'll go out of my way to perform an unexpected act of kindness for someone I don't even know. Today, I'll give a sincere compliment to someone who seems down. I'll tell a child how special he is, and I'll tell someone I love just how deeply I care for them and how much they mean to me. Today is the day I quit worrying about what I don't have and start being grateful for all the wonderful things God has already given me. I'll remember that to worry is just a waste of time because my faith in God and his Divine Plan ensures everything will be just fine. Tonight, before I go to bed, I'll go outside and raise my eyes to the heavens. I will ...
... . Only you can do that. Do not assume that your partner will automatically know what your feelings, needs, wants, and preferences are, or what mood you are in. In a healthy relationship, both partners are always growing and improving. Healthy relationships should bring out the best in us. They should inspire, motivate, and enhance our creativity and well-being. Learn how to accept the natural ups and downs of a relationship. Nothing is perfect, and love will always be accompanied by a certain amount of hurt, tension, frustration, misunderstanding and jealousy. Recognize some of the differences between males and females. MEN: Women enjoy conversation, communicating in groups, and expressing detail verbally. Men enjoy variety, respond well to good-natured challenge, and place a high value on personal space and privacy. Every relationship can benefit from a periodic change of pace. Try a new restaurant. Take a trip to a nearby location chosen at ...
... Commandments In Marriage Ten Commandments for Husbands Thou shalt not take thy wife for granted, but will honour and respect her as thy equal. (1 Pet 3: 7) Thy highest allegiance, except God, shall be to thy wife, not thy relatives or friends. (Gen 2: 24) Thou shalt frequently tell thy wife how important & valuable she is to thee. (Phil 2: 3; Prov 31: 10-11) Thou shalt hold thy wife's love by the same means that thou won it. (Sos 5: 10-16) Thou shalt actively establish family discipline with thy wife's help. (Eph 6: 4) Remember to do all the little things for thy wife when you say you will. (Mt 5: 37) Keep thine eyes on thy own wife, not thy neighbors. (Prov 5: 15-20; Job 31: 1; Jer 5: 8) Thou shalt make every effort to see things ...
688. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Teachers. [Messages]
... Teachers After being interviewed by the school administration, the eager teaching prospect said:" Let me see if I've got this right. You want me to go into that room with all those kids and fill their every waking moment with a love for learning. And I'm supposed to instill a sense of pride in their ethnicity, modify their disruptive behavior, observe them for signs of abuse and even censor their T shirt messages and dress habits. You want me to wage a war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, check their backpacks for weapons of mass destruction, and raise their self esteem. You want me to teach them patriotism, good citizenship, sportsmanship, and fair play, how and where to register to vote, how to balance a checkbook, and how to apply for a job. I am to check their heads for lice, maintain a safe environment, recognize signs of antisocial behavior, offer advice, write letters of recommendation ...
... " Thou shalt not be afraid {of} the terror by night" The heroism did not come without a price. Choir member James Harrison repeatedly ran back into the burning plane to pull passengers to safety. He was apparently overcome by smoke and collapsed. A few days ago, James's friends gathered at First Baptist Church of Royal, Arkansas, to bury him. Charles Wright, the head of Ouachita's music program, quoted the words of James's Savior:" Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends" We've all read reams of press coverage about the Little Rock crash and questions about what caused it in the first place. But in the great untold story is the answer to an even greater question: Is Christianity true? Indeed it is, when a man will lay his life down for a stranger. BreakPoint Commentary-June 21, 1999. Copyright (c) 1999 Prison Fellowship ...
690. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Age of Beauty. [Messages]
... The Age of Beauty The most beautiful face I've ever known, belongs to my eighty-seven-year-old grandmother. Each time I see her, I am struck anew by the depth of her loveliness. The joy in her journey, her struggles with sorrow, the threads of wisdom she's bent down and picked up along the way, are present in each line of time upon her face. How could anything-ever-be more beautiful? We're taught to dread wrinkles and sags and softening of the skin-the inevitable proof of the time we've spent here on earth. Yet, the more time we put in, the more reason we find to celebrate each passing year. Character is forged, integrity strengthened and gratitude becomes a feeling so deep the word no longer conveys a strong enough meaning. I don't see an aging, forty-something face when I look in the mirror. I see a person growing 'into ' her face, finally beginning the process of ...
691. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Arbor [Messages]
... The famous physicist Steven Hawking could have complained that few other people have to cope with a debilitating illness like his. Instead, he chose to plant, and revolutionized the science of physics. For every arbor larger than yours, I can show you one that is smaller or more dilapidated or more limited. The choice is yours: complain, or start planting. Your life is God's gift to you. What you make of it is your gift to God. [Love Notes, by Mark Phillips-Christianlovenotes-subscribe @onelist.com] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... " I care enough to notice" Even relationships that are not romantic in nature will benefit from well-placed compliments. Granted, some people feel suspicious, embarrassed, or defensive when complimented. They sometimes suspect that fine words might be part of a manipulative design. And quite often, people respond to compliments with mixed emotions rather than plain gratitude, primarily because they find the sincerity behind them suspect. But most often, sincere encouragement can bolster self-confidence and cement friendships. In love relationships, thoughtful compliments can help keep the fires of romance burning vigorously. One marriage counselor says, 'Compliment your spouse at least once every day" He cautions against flattery by adding," It should be sincere. Then point out something new you appreciate about him or her every week. Make sure it is something you have never mentioned before. You'll be surprised at what it does for your marriage" Sincere compliments cost nothing and can accomplish so much. In ANY relationship ...
693. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Potluck Dinners. [Messages]
... The greatest joy of all, though, comes from sharing what you bring to the table. The most lasting happiness of all comes from feeding others from your own heart, soul, and mind. Are you ready to bring your own course to the feast of life? God gave you something special to prepare and to share. It is up to you, however, to bring it to the table. You are the cook of your own goodness, your own love, and your own life. Put on your apron then, throw in a dash of delight, and make it the best dish you can. Then bring it to the table and set it down with a smile. You will be amazed at how much it will add to the feast. You will be overjoyed at how much you will nourish the souls of everyone around you.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2008 (joecool ...
694. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Positive Thoughts. [Messages]
... . He who goes out of his house in search of happiness runs after a shadow. Good manners sometimes means simply putting up with other people's bad manners. Do you always want to be right, or do you want to be happy? It is my observation that too many of us are spending money we haven't earned, to buy things we don't need, to impress people we don't like. The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother. To be bitter is to waste precious moments of a life that is too short already. There's no limit to what you can achieve if you don't mind who gets the credit. Only GOD is in a position to look down on anyone. No matter how hard you hug your money, it never hugs back. No one is guaranteed happiness. Life just gives each person time and space. It's up to us to fill it with joy. Your religion ...
695. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just In Time. [Messages]
... worrying about things you got no control over either, because if you got no control them, ain't no sense worrying" Maybe that makes sense, I'm just not sure. But even if it does, I'll likely wind up worried anyway. Which is why I like this story related by inspirational Dutch author and holocaust survivor Corrie ten Boom. Corrie learned a powerful lesson as a little girl. Having encountered the lifeless body of a baby, she realized that people she loved would someday die, too. She thought about the fact that her father and mother and sister Betsie could quite possibly pass on before she does. The thought frightened and worried her. One night her father came in to tuck her into bed. Corrie burst into tears and sobbed," I need you. You can't die. You can't !" Her father sat on the edge of the narrow bed and spoke tenderly to his daughter." Corrie ," he said gently, ...
696. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Joy In The Journey. [Messages]
... " Maybe their goal was too ambitious, but it did get them to dig. And that is what following a dream is about our best dreams point us where we want to go and then nudge us in that direction. In other words, they set us to digging. But you know how it goes you just won't achieve everything you attempt. You may shoot for the moon and only hit the neighbor's window. You may fully intend to be in love for a lifetime. But not every relationship will endure. Not every hope will come to pass. Not every endeavor will be completed. Not every dream will be realized. But here is the wonder of it all
when you fall short of your aim, perhaps you can say," Yes, but look at what I found along the way. Look at the wonderful things which have come into my life because I tried to do something" I think those boys ...
697. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Wanted to Breathe. [Messages]
... wisdom and insight. He went to the wisest of the town, Socrates, to seek his counsel. Socrates was an old soul and had great knowledge of many things. The boy asked the town sage how he too could acquire such mastery. Being a man of few words, Socrates chose not to speak, but to illustrate. He took the child to the beach and, with all of his clothes still on, walked straight out into the water. He loved to do curious things like that, especially when he was trying to prove a point. The pupil gingerly followed his instruction and walked into the sea, joining Socrates where the water was just below their chins. Without saying a word, Socrates reached out and put his hands on the boy's shoulders. Looking deep into his student's eyes, Socrates pushed the student's head under the water with all his might. A struggle ensued, and just before a life was taken away, ...
698. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Keeping Hope Alive. [Messages]
... to calling him Johnny the Apple Man or Johnny Appleseed. Johnny was a gentle man with a big vision. He was liked by most people who knew him, the native Indians and white settlers alike. His vision was to spread the goodness of apple trees everywhere people settled. Apples, he believed, gave the promise of harvest and hope that the wilderness would become home. Every tree he grew was a symbol of hope. Johnny had another curious habit. He loved books, but did not have the means to carry more than two, usually a Bible and a book of inspiration or theology. Because Johnny wanted to share his books, he carefully cut chapters out of whatever inspirational book he had available and loaned one or two chapters to families that wanted to read. He'd later swap those chapters for others when he came back through. In this way he left hope and encouragement wherever he traveled. His grave can be found today in ...
699. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Keeping The Peace. [Messages]
... this scene in the movies: a rugged cowboy pats his pearl-handled six-shooter in a holster hanging from his hip and drawls," This here is my peacemaker" Peacemaker? Maybe widow-maker. Or orphan-maker. The problem is, shooting people is not a good way to peace. It's a little like the father who, while spanking his child, said, almost in cadence with each slap," HOW MANY TIMES HAVE I TOLD YOU NOT TO HIT YOUR SISTER !" Gotta love the irony. If force and violence can't bring peace out of chaos, what can? What does it take to make peace? And to keep it? The answer is clear. Peacemakers are not weapons-peacemakers are people. You and I. Peacemakers are people with hearts for reconciliation and understanding. In our families; with our neighbors; around the world. Level-headed and patient people have always been the best hope for a lasting and just peace. That is the ...
700. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Laughing Angels. [Messages]
... over my angel. I was sure too that they were sharing in every bit of laughter and joy that he was blessing this world with. The word angel originally meant" messenger". That is what my son is to me and to everyone he meets. Some people with closed minds and shut down hearts might look at him and see him as less than human. To me he is more than human. He is an angel whose messages are ones of unconditional love and unlimited joy. He may not say many words but his soul speaks volumes. He may appear handicapped in the eyes of Earth, but in the eyes of Heaven his light is among the brightest. I know as well that angels are watching over his every move and joining in his every laugh. I only pray that my own heart will remain open to the lessons he teaches and that my pen will allow me to share them with you. May the laughter of ...
701. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Kind Eyes. [Messages]
... old man. Your eyes were kind and I knew that you would help me. Thank you for the ride" The fourth rider, President Thomas Jefferson smiled at the man and then rode on towards his home. After reading that story I prayed to God. I asked Him to help me to nurture the goodness in my own heart. I asked Him to help me to develop a caring soul and a giving spirit. I asked Him to fill me with His love so that anyone who looks into my eyes will find them kind. I am sure too that when Thomas Jefferson entered into the light of Heaven the angels were cheering. They were cheering not because he had been President of the United States. They were cheering instead for every ride he gave, kindness he shared, and good thing he did in his life here.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com) ...
... apologize and mend fences for past squabbles. I like to think they would have gone out for a Chinese dinner or for whatever their favorite food was. I'm guessing; I'll never know. It's those little things left undone that would make me angry if I knew my hours were limited. Angry because I hadn't written certain letters that I intended to write one of these days. Angry and sorry that I didn't tell my husband and parents often enough how much I truly love them. I'm trying very hard not to put off, hold back, or save anything that would add laughter and luster to our lives. And every morning when I open my eyes, tell myself that it is special. Every day, every minute, every breath truly is a gift from God. If you received this, it is because someone cares for you. If you're too busy to take the few minutes that it takes right now to forward this, would ...
703. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Have Learned. [Messages]
... you pursue happiness, it will elude you, but if you focus on your family, your friends, the needs of others, your work and doing the very best you can, happiness will find you. I've learned that whenever I decide something with an open heart, I usually make the right decision. I've learned that even when I have pains, I don't have to be one. I've learned that every day you should reach out and touch someone. People love that human touch-holding hands, a warm hug, or just a friendly pat on the back. I've learned that I still have a lot to learn. I've learned that you should pass this on to someone you care about. I just did. Sometimes they just need a little something to make them smile. Note: people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel. [Author ...
704. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Investments. [Messages]
... One of the greatest things about my friend s investments too is that we all can make them. I intend to make as many of them as I can every chance that I get. There is no risk involved either. Henry David Thoreau said," Goodness is the only investment that never fails" Invest in some goodness today then. Help a neighbor. Share some laughter with your friends. Give a smile to everyone you meet. Take your wealth of love, joy, and oneness with God and invest it in everything you do. I guarantee you that the return on your investments will be incredible and your compound interest will be out of this world. You might even become a goodness billionaire like my friend. He knows as well as anyone what the true riches of this world and the next world really are.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella (joecool @wirefire.com)-{ used ...
... how long will you grow? How tall will you be? What trials will be yours? Who's counting? I just heard God say," I think I'll build a tree .and he shall not stand alone" What a beautiful picture of the church. Alone we are vulnerable and can easily fall, but together, our lives woven and intertwined and through time strengthen each other and support each other. So together we stand, scars and all, bound by the love of the Savior. I {Jesus} am praying not only for these disciples but also for all who will ever believe in me because of their testimony. My prayer for all of them is that they will be one, just as you and I are one, Father -that just as you are in me and I am in you, so they will be in us, and the world will believe you sent me. (John 17: 20-21 NLT) [Author ...
... the customs of local jurisdictions ," wrote Mr. Evans. He continued:" In point of fact, America's constitutional settlement-up to and including the First Amendment-was the work of people who believed in God, and who expressed their faith as a matter of course in public prayer and other governmental practice" That, my friends, is our nation's true heritage. It is a birthright of prayerful endeavors by admittedly imperfect men who truly believed in an active and loving God. The politically-correct dictators, who require history to reflect their shameful efforts, cannot alter the truth of our splendid historic record. May the words and deeds of our brave forefathers take root in our hearts once again as we attempt to recapture the glory of our beloved nation. I wish you and yours a wonderful and fulfilling Independence Day weekend! [The Falwell Confidential e-mail list-from Cindy] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
707. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Invitation [Messages]
... it. it's cost Him everything He had !). Refreshments: New wine, bread, and a far-out drink He calls" living water; followed by a supper that promises to be out of this world! Gift Suggestions: Your heart. He's one of those people who already has everything else. (He's very generous in return though-just wait until you see what He has for you). Entertainment: Joy, Peace, Truth, Light, Life, Love, Real Happiness, Communion with God, Forgiveness, Miracles, Healing, Power, Eternity in Paradise, and much more! (All rated" G" so bring your family and friends). R.S.V.P. Very Important! He must know ahead so He can reserve a spot for you at the table. Also, he's keeping a list of His friends for future reference. He calls it the" Lamb's Book of Life "). The Party Is Being Given By His ...
... being sick over what was already left behind. Those long trips taught me that you can t live your life always looking in the rearview mirror. If you want to enjoy the beautiful moments of today then you have to see them as they happen. God doesn t want us to live in the past. He wants us to embrace the joy that each new day brings. He wants us to realize the preciousness of every second and use them all to love Him, ourselves, and others. Keep your eyes on the road ahead then and trust God to lead you Home.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2010 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
709. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- I Already Am. [Messages]
... to me. Then I started back to meet the other students a little warmer at heart if not in body. As I was turning the corner, though, a voice called out from an alley." Hey man! Want to get high ?" I smiled without looking over and said," No thanks. I already am" No drug in the world can ever match the high that comes from one kind act, one shared laugh, one second of giving love, or one moment of making God smile. Kindness is Heaven s high.~Joseph J. Mazzella~[ by: Joseph J. Mazzella Copyright 2009 (joecool @wirefire.com)-submitted by: Joseph Mazzella] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... He's offering? Can I let His joy adjust my attitude? Am I going to stand on the sidelines and sulk, or am I willing to learn the steps of the dance he's dancin ' with my needs in mind? I'll be honest with you: Sometimes I sulk. Sometimes I dance. I'm working on doing more of the latter than the former. I guess the older I get the more I realize that He really does know what He's doing. He loves me and I can trust Him. Even when the chips are down. [Author Unknown-from Joyce Guy] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
711. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Leafage And Rootage. [Messages]
... healthy enough to do whatever you truly want to do. It means to be strong enough, at least most of the time, to give your best to the world. I would like to have roots that grow deep and strong. I would like a system of roots that could give me: enough strength to forgive those who hurt me; enough confidence to overcome any amount of fear; enough courage to accept whatever obstacles life throws my way; enough compassion to love even the unlovable; enough faith that nothing can shatter my peace of mind. If I grow good roots, I don't need to worry about the leafage.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2010-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
712. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Life's Hot Spots [Messages]
... Anticipation of fun raises the level of your energy. Learn to laugh through your trials. !!! DISPLAY HUMOR !!! Determine what is within your control You cannot control what happens to you, but you can choose the frame you put around your experiences. You can choose how you will deal with all situations. !!! EXHIBIT INTERNAL CONTROL !!! Be enthusiastic. Enthusiasm literally means," God in us" If He is in you, let your life so shine. Learn to love life. !!! SHOW YOUR PASSION !!! Education is not the filling of a bucket-but the lighting of a fire in your life. Live and Learn and Pass it On. [William Butler Yeats-from rv32750 @aol.com (Anonymous)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
... am doing plenty of things I expect to repeat each day for the rest of my life. There are the obvious ones like breathing, eating, sleeping, waking, and talking. But there is a long list of activities I have chosen to do on a daily basis and expect to repeat all the way home. These include brushing my teeth, bathing, reading my Bible, praying, taking my medicine, and getting some form of exercise. I expect to love my wife and family and work at obeying my Lord every day as long as I live. In no way do I find these restrictive or onerous. They are simply on-going payments I make as investments in the quality of life I have chosen. My brother Ron is five years older than me, which makes him pushing 70, but don't tell him; he thinks he's still a teenager. While in his late twenties, Ron was diagnosed with diabetes. A pastor of ...
714. "Ohana Means Family" | MESSAGES - Inspirational and Christian [Messages]
... they know it. As Lilo says in" Lilo and Stitch, "'Ohana means family. Family means no one is left behind-or forgotten" Families that value closeness work hard to keep anyone from feeling left behind or forgotten. In my family, closeness is not so much about latitude as about attitude. We live far apart from one another, so we need a willingness to do what it takes. We feel closest when we feel understood, when we feel loved and when we look forward to time we can spend together. When we succeed, no one feels left behind-or forgotten. A reader in Hawaii once wrote to tell me that the CEO of one of the state's largest banks was considering a run for governor. Since he was well-liked, he seemed to have a good chance of winning. But, before filing papers, he changed his mind, stating that he wanted to spend more time with his family. Not ...
715. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Nightmare To A Blessing. [Messages]
... kids. When everyone else in the establishment has given up on these kids, these teachers keep believing. I'm so grateful for their support of my daughter. Heather will graduate June 1 at a small ceremony at a banquet hall (no caps and gowns). She has a new job with a computer printing company, and she'll enroll at the technical college this fall for computer programming. But, by far, her greatest accomplishment is that she is a wonderful, loving mother to Ashley! No, Heather won't have her picture in the local newspaper with a long article about all her honors and awards, but I can tell you unequivocally, that there is not a prouder set of parents on this earth than her dad and step-mom, and her step-dad and me! Through a lot of perseverance, hard work, and long hours (while most kids her age are playing, I might add) she turned her life around. The biggest ...
... your weekend's ruined, so you may as well go fishing" One thing leads to another. And that's the way it should work in our spiritual lives. As we grow and mature in Christ, we continue to add virtue upon virtue." But also for this very reason, giving all diligence, add to your faith virtue, to virtue knowledge, to knowledge self-control, to self-control perseverance, to perseverance godliness, to godliness brotherly kindness, and to brotherly kindness love" (2 Peter 1: 5-7). Wherever you are in your spiritual life, I pray that you'll take a step up today, adding something that will make you a little more in the image of Jesus Christ. As you add one thing to another, you'll be closer to that goal by the end of the year. Have a great day! [Alan Smith (www.TFTD-online.com)-from Barbara, via InspiredBuffalo @lighthouse.net] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved ...
... Perfect Peace-Kirby Sword When my parents called in the middle of the night because their furnace broke, Les went to help them. I felt a little pang of discomfort at being left alone. Well, to say I was alone isn't quite accurate-both our young boys were upstairs asleep. Also, our fearless cockapoo, Tuesday, was snoozing outside. Tuesday was a lovable dog, but she had no discernment. She greeted beggar and thief, as well as doctor and chief, with sloppy enthusiasm. She also had what I thought was a strange defect for a dog. Her barker was broken. Seldom if ever did she gr-r-r or arf. That was until... The Night of the Broken Furnace. Les was gone about an hour when the barking began. I was startled at the unfamiliar sound and thought it must be a stray. I peeked out cautiously. Tuesday was on our porch, arfing in the ...
718. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Playing It Safe. [Messages]
... hair, is stooped over her cane, Her footsteps uncertain need guiding, While down the opposite church aisle With a wan, toothless smile The bridegroom in wheelchair comes riding. Now who is this elderly couple, thus wed? Well, you'll find when you've closely explored it That here is that rare, Most conservative pair Who waited 'til they could afford it! Do you like playing it safe? If so, I found a Web site you just might love: Dull Men's Club. No excitement there. You'll never have to leave your comfort zone. The Dull Men's Club, found at http :// www.dullmensclub.com, is a place in cyberspace for guys who feel" born to be mild" and enjoy adventure of such activities as watching grass grow and paint dry. I think dull women will like it, too. But, as most of you know, some of best things in life can only be found after we cast aside ...
719. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Playing in the Rain. [Messages]
... . perhaps inspired by their faith and trust. I want to believe that some where down the road in life, Mom will find herself reflecting back on moments they spent together, captured like pictures in the scrapbook of her cherished memories. Maybe when she watches proudly as her daughter graduates. Or as her Daddy walks her down the aisle on her wedding day. She will laugh again. Her heart will beat a little faster. Her smile will tell the world they love each other. But only two people will share that precious moment when they ran through the rain believing that God would get them through. And Yes, I did. I ran. I got wet. I needed washing. For the earth which drinketh in the rain that cometh oft upon it, and bringeth forth herbs meet for them by whom it is dressed, receiveth blessing from God: Hebrews 6: 7 [Author Unknown-from Charlotte] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All ...
720. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Namaste. [Messages]
... leave the groceries here for a few minutes, I'll run home and get the checkbook"" Don't worry about it ," the cashier told her." Take the groceries home. The next time you're in the store you can pay for them" We had just moved from a large city and she couldn't believe what she was hearing! This clerk had never seen her before. But she treated her as if she were a VIP. She was somebody! Don't you love it when you are treated like you are somebody? Because the truth is, we are all somebody. We are all important. And maybe most businesses cannot (and should not) let everybody pay with credit, but even strangers can be treated with honor and respect." Namaste" is a polite Indian gesture of greeting or farewell. From Hindi, the word literally means" bowing to you" Namaste has also been used to mean" I honor the sacred that ...
721. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Much Obliged. [Messages]
... of it !" Young Fulton grew up and left home. One day he received a message that Anna was dying. He returned home and found her in bed with her hands folded over her white sheets, just as he had seen them folded in prayer over her white apron at the kitchen table so many times before. He wondered what she could give thanks for at a time like this. As if reading his mind, she opened her eyes and gazed at the loving faces around her bed. Then, shutting her eyes again, she said quietly," Much obliged, Lord, for such fine friends" Oursler was deeply influenced by Anna's uncanny ability to always find some reason to be" much obliged" This wise woman taught him a secret that many people have never learned: she taught him how to be happy.~Steve Goodier~[ by: Steve Goodier-Copyright 2010-from Steve Goodier (LifeSupport @yahoogroups.com)] ...
722. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Live For Today. [Messages]
... when a day went wrong a wish that's quite in vain that it were only possible to live that day again You'd start out in the morning with the prayers you should have said and through the days your actions with tolerance be led The many little instances that tried your patience, true if only you could start again you'd know now what to do You'd kneel and say your evening prayers and thank the lord above for all the pleasant hours past your heart at peace with love But since this is a wish in vain and never can be true there's only one alternative just one thing you can do To live today in such a way that when tomorrow comes the memories of yesterday will all be cherished ones.~Nita Wheeler~[ By: Nita Wheeler-from 'Aiken Drum ' (Aiken @AikensLaughs.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
723. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Just a little Sin [Messages]
... but the violence was just the normal stuff. It wasn't anything really bad. Even if there was" just a little" stuff wrong, the special effects were fabulous and the plot was action packed. However, even with all the justifications the teens made for the movie, the father still wouldn't give in. He just said," No !" A little later on that evening the father asked his kids if they would like some brownies he baked-knowing they loved brownies? He said that he'd taken the family's favorite recipe and added" just a little" something extra. The children asked what it was? The father calmly said that he had added" just a little" dog poop. However, he quickly assured them, it was" just a little" bit. All the other ingredients were gourmet quality and he had taken great care to bake the brownies at the precise temperature for the exact time. He was sure the ...
724. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Life's Tug of War. [Messages]
... and frowns Life teaches us to take the good with the bad Life is a mixture of happy and sad So.... Take the life that you have and give it your best Think positive, be happy let God do the rest Take the challenges that life has laid at your feet Take pride and be thankful for each one you meet To yourself give forgiveness if you stumble and fall Take each day that is dealt you and give it your all Take the love that you re given and return it with care Have faith that when needed it will always be there Take time to find the beauty in the things that you see Take life s simple pleasures let them set your heart free The idea here is simply to even the score As you are met and faced with Life s Tug Of War [by: Georgy-from Dolores, via 'Nancy Cantafio ' (the-inspired-buffalo @yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved ...
... it was to feel like a lightweight when others had more spiritual muscle to flex. I didn't have to tell Him how much I wanted to be the best I could be, and how far from the best I often felt. I didn't have to tell Him because He already knew. But since He was listening, I told Him anyway. Somehow I was made to understand that a mother of toddlers just isn't like anyone else. I felt comforted, I felt loved, I felt like He cared for me just as I was. Maybe I cried a little. Probably I laughed as well. I did a lot of praying and a lot of laundry before we were through. And so my laundry room became my prayer closet. This is where I meet the Lord each morning before my children awake, and at intervals throughout the day as I transfer clothes from baskets to washer, from washer to dryer, from dryer to baskets again ...
... Meet Me In The Stairwell September 11, 2001 (Tuesday)-For all victims of the terrorism tragedy in the United States of America, and the loved ones left behind. You say you will never forget where you were when you heard the news on September 11, 2001. Neither will I. I was on the 110th floor in a smoke-filled room with a man who called his wife to say goodbye. I held his fingers steady as he dialed. I gave him the peace to say," Honey, I am not going to make it; but, it is OK .I am ready to go" I was with his wife when he called as she fed breakfast to their children. I held her up as she tried to understand his words, and as she realized he wasn't coming home that night. I was in the stairwell of the 23rd floor when a woman cried out to Me for help." I have ...
727. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Mothers Do It All. [Messages]
... in your home? The emotions of motherhood are universal and so our thoughts are for young mothers stumbling through diaper changes and sleep deprivation. And mature mothers learning to let go. For working mothers and stay-at-home mothers. Single mothers and married mothers. Mothers with money, mothers without. This is for all. For all of us..... Hang in there. In the end we can only do the best we can. Tell them everyday that we love them. And pray and never stop being a mom. Happy Mother's Day and Thanks [Author Unknown-from 'Buffalos Chips ' (buffalos-g-jokes.yahoogroups.com)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
728. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- Middle School Teacher [Messages]
... Middle School Teacher Let me see if I've got this right. You want me to go into that room with all those kids, and fill their every waking moment with a love for learning. Not only that, I am to instill a sense of pride in their ethnicity, behaviorally modify disruptive behavior, and observe them for signs of abuse, drugs, and T-shirt messages. I am to fight the war on drugs and sexually transmitted diseases, check their backpacks for guns and raise their self-esteem. I am to teach them patriotism, good citizenship, sportsmanship and fair play, how and where to register to vote, how to balance a checkbook and how to apply for a job. But, I am never to ask if they are in this country illegally. I am to check their heads occasionally for lice, maintain a safe environment, recognize signs of potential antisocial behavior, offer advice, write letters of recommendation for student employment and ...
729. Inspirational and Christian MESSAGES -- The Garbage Pile [Messages]
... to Canaan ran through four decades in the desert. Paul's road to apostle-ship detoured through three days of blindness. Christ's road to glory paused in the wilderness of temptation. God often uses garbage pile time to prepare us for a wonderful harvest in the future. Be patient. God's harvest for you may be just around the corner. And if it is, I can promise you the" garbage" time will be well worth it. [By Mark Phillips (Christian Love Notes)] Inspirational Messages SkyWriting.Net All Rights Reserved. ...
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