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July 1, 2016
| JustAmy; Meg33, The Mayor; Trisham;
Posted on 07/01/2016 7:00:35 AM PDT by JustAmy
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Comparison Obsession
August 19, 2016
Dont I have the right to do what I want with my own money? Or are you envious because I am generous?
Matthew 20:15
Thomas J. DeLong, a professor at Harvard Business School, has noted a disturbing trend among his students and colleaguesa comparison obsession." He writes: More so than ever before, . . . business executives, Wall Street analysts, lawyers, doctors, and other professionals are obsessed with comparing their own achievements against those of others. . . . This is bad for individuals and bad for companies. When you define success based on external rather than internal criteria, you diminish your satisfaction and commitment.
Comparison obsession isnt new. The Scriptures warn us of the dangers of comparing ourselves to others. When we do so, we become proud and look down on them (Luke 18:914). Or we become jealous and want to be like them or have what they have (James 4:1). We fail to focus on what God has given us to do. Jesus intimated that comparison obsession comes from believing that God is unfair and that He doesnt have a right to be more generous to others than He is to us (Matt. 20:116).
By Gods grace we can learn to overcome comparison obsession by focusing on the life God has given to us. As we take moments to thank God for everyday blessings, we change our thinking and begin to believe deep down that God is good.
I need a better focus, Lord. Help me to keep my eyes off others and instead on You and Your good heart for all of us.
God expresses His goodness to His children in His own way.
Jesus taught the parable of the workers in the vineyard (Matt. 20:116) to show His disciples the generous heart of God. God is not unjust. He has no favorites and treats every Christian generously and equally (vv. 1315). Paul later taught this same truth: There is no favoritism with [God] (Eph. 6:9; Col. 3:25). This extends to believers and the way we view others (1 Tim. 5:21).
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posted on
08/19/2016 5:30:59 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: FRiends; The Mayor; JustAmy; trisham; LUV W; Kitty Mittens; left that other site; pollywog; ...
Good Morning To Amy's Place.
Wearing Red To Support Our Troops .
*HUGS*
Have A Great Weekend
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posted on
08/19/2016 7:10:42 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
To: MEG33; ConorMacNessa; LUV W; AZamericonnie; Brad's Gramma; JustAmy; oldteen; Kathy in Alaska; ...
Happy Friday!
May You Have a Beautiful Day, and Don't Forget to Wear Red For Our Troops.
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
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posted on
08/19/2016 7:19:17 AM PDT
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left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
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404
posted on
08/19/2016 1:05:44 PM PDT
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luvie
(I love the troops. That is all...)
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Giants in the Land
August 20, 2016
We should go up and take possession of the land, for we can certainly do it.
Numbers 13:30
After being encamped near Mt. Sinai for two years, the people of Israel were on the verge of entering Canaanthe land God had promised them. God told them to send twelve spies to assess the land and the people living there. When the spies saw the strength of the Canaanites and the size of their cities, ten of them said, We cant! Two said, We can!
What made the difference?
When the ten compared the giants with themselves and the giants loomed large, the twoCaleb and Joshuacompared the giants with God, and the giants were cut down to size. The Lord is with us, they said. Do not be afraid of them (Num. 14:9).
Unbelief never lets us get beyond the difficultiesthe impregnable cities and the impossible giants. It preoccupies itself with them, brooding over them, pitting them against mere human resources.
Faith, on the other hand, though it never minimizes the dangers and difficulties of any circumstance, looks away from them to God and counts on His invisible presence and power.
What are your giants? A habit you cannot break? A temptation you cannot resist? A difficult marriage? A drug-abusing son or daughter? If we compare ourselves with our difficulties, we will always be overwhelmed. Faith looks away from the greatness of the undertaking to the greatness of an ever-present, all-powerful God.
Dear Lord, when the giants in my life begin to overwhelm me with fear, help me to trust in You.
When fear knocks, answer it with faith.
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08/20/2016 6:50:20 AM PDT
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The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: The Mayor
Amen to this powerful lesson, Rus.
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08/20/2016 9:29:11 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
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~Happy Caturday To Amy's Place~
"I can get away with a lot because I'm so cute."
~Have A Lovely Day~
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posted on
08/20/2016 9:33:38 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
To: MEG33
Happy Caturday! My pony is so cute he can get away with anything. I think he knows he’s cute too.
: )
Cheers!
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Happy Caturday!
May You Have a Beautiful Summer Day filled with Blessings!
(((HUGS)))
ML/LTOS
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posted on
08/20/2016 10:01:09 AM PDT
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left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
To: TheConservativeParty
They know! LOL
(((HUGS)))
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posted on
08/20/2016 10:02:12 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
To: left that other site
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posted on
08/20/2016 10:03:21 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
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Make It A Happy One!!
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posted on
08/20/2016 1:22:36 PM PDT
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luvie
(I love the troops. That is all...)
To: FRiends
II’m up too late so I am posting Sunday’s thread early.
;o)
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posted on
08/21/2016 12:49:16 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
To: FRiends; The Mayor; JustAmy; trisham; LUV W; Kitty Mittens; left that other site; pollywog; ...
~Welcome To Sunday At Amy's Place~
~~~~~ God of everlasting glory, filling earth and sky, Everywhere Thy wonders open to our searching eye. Peterson
~I Wish You A Blessed Lord's Day~
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08/21/2016 12:51:50 AM PDT
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MEG33
(God Bless America And Our Troops***DEFEAT HILLARY)
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Let Us
August 21, 2016
Let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds.
Hebrews 10:24
While standing in line for a popular attraction at Disneyland, I noticed that most people were talking and smiling instead of complaining about the long wait. It made me ponder what made waiting in that line an enjoyable experience. The key seemed to be that very few people were there by themselves. Instead, friends, families, groups, and couples were sharing the experience, which was far different than standing in line alone.
The Christian life is meant to be lived in company with others, not alone. Hebrews 10:1925 urges us to live in community with other followers of Jesus. Let us draw near to God with a sincere heart and with the full assurance that faith brings . . . . Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together (vv. 2225). In community we reassure and reinforce each other, encouraging one another (v. 25).
Even our most difficult days can become a meaningful part of our journey of faith when others share them with us. Dont face life alone. Let us travel together.
Lord, may we fulfill Your calling today by walking the road of faith and encouragement with others.
Share how others have helped you on your faith journey at Facebook.com/ourdailybread.
Life in Christ is meant to be a shared experience.
The Jewish temple represented Gods presence among His people. It was the center of religious life for the Jews. It was a place of corporate worship, the place where sacrifices were made, and the central structure around which yearly festivals and daily prayers took place. The temple construction and sacrificial system clearly meant to illustrate the separation sin had caused between the Creator and creation, but according to the writer of the book of Hebrews this temple and system were merely shadows (Heb. 10:1) of the reality that has come in Christ. Because of Christ the barriers no longer apply. God the Son has come near, and by His blood all believers regardless of gender, station, or nationality can come into the presence of almighty God.
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posted on
08/21/2016 5:29:51 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
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posted on
08/21/2016 5:44:12 AM PDT
by
luvie
(I love the troops. That is all...)
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Have a Blessed and Beautiful Sunday!
Revelation 21:4
New International Version (NIV)
4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes. There will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.
Hallelujah and Amen
ML/LTOS
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posted on
08/21/2016 7:34:54 AM PDT
by
left that other site
(You shall know the Truth, and The Truth Shall Set You Free.)
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posted on
08/21/2016 7:48:22 AM PDT
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ConorMacNessa
(HM/2 USN - 3/5 Marines RVN 1969 - St. Michael the Archangel defend us in battle!)
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At Risk of Falling
August 22, 2016
If you think you are standing firm, be careful that you dont fall!
1 Corinthians 10:12
When my friend Elaine was recovering after a bad fall, a hospital worker placed a bright yellow bracelet on her wrist. It read: Fall Risk. That phrase meant: Watch this person carefully. She may be unsteady on her feet. Help her get from place to place.
First Corinthians 10 contains something like a Fall Risk warning for believers. With a glance back at his ancestors, Paul noted the human potential to fall into sin. The Israelites complained, worshiped idols, and had immoral relationships. God grew unhappy with them and allowed them to experience consequences for their wrongdoing. However, Paul said, These things happened to them as examples and were written down as warnings for us . . . . So, if you think you are standing firm, be careful that you dont fall! (vv. 1112).
Its easy to trick ourselves into believing that were done with a particular sort of sin. Even when weve struggled through the worst of itadmitting our problem, repenting, and recommitting ourselves to following Gods waystemptation may come calling. God makes it possible for us to avoid falling back into the same patterns. He does this by providing a way out of the sinful act were considering. Our part is to respond to His offer of escape.
Lord, let me see the way of escape You offer when I am tempted. Give me the strength to accept Your help so I can stay faithful to You. I know this is Your desire for me, and I thank You that You are at work in me.
Great blessings are often followed by great temptations.
Paul tells us that the temptation to do evil is common. But God in His goodness has provided a way to escape sin. More often than not its best to plan an escape route before we encounter temptation. It is wise to avoid those circumstances where we are most vulnerable to sin.
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posted on
08/22/2016 4:51:20 AM PDT
by
The Mayor
(Honesty means never having to look over your shoulder.)
To: The Mayor
” It is wise to avoid those circumstances where we are most vulnerable to sin.”
Words to live by.
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posted on
08/22/2016 8:28:40 AM PDT
by
stephenjohnbanker
(My Batting Average( 1,000) since Nov 2014 (GOPe is that easy to read))
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