Hand picked by God

YOU, yes YOU were hand picked by God.  You were created for such a time as this!  Have you ever wondered, "Who am I",  "Why am I here"?  Your identity is in Christ.
You are who God says you are...
...a child of God--John 1:12, Romans 8:16
...alive with Christ--Galatians 2:20
...Chosen and dearly loved by Christ--Ephesians 1:4, 1 Peter 2:9
...the head and not the tail, above and not beneath--Deuteronomy 28:13
...not the great I AM but by the grace of God I am what I am--1 Corinthians 15:10
...redeemed, forgiven and showered with God's grace--Ephesians 1:7
...made to do even greater works than Jesus--John 14:12

You were created for a specific reason.  No one else can be who you were created to be...you are an original! Stand tall and proud!

Be encouraged!

Brokenness

There are times in our lives when our hearts are so very heavy.  We may feel broken hearted. Or experiencing sorrow, disappointments or discouragement.  Remember, the Lord knew you would be walking through your circumstances.  Keep your eyes fixed upon Him, and He will bring you through ALL your troubles.  Look for the joy and the brightness beyond your situation.

Psalm 31:24--Be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart, all you who hope in the Lord.
Psalm 34: 18--The Lord is near to those who have a broken heart, and saves such as have a contrite spirit.
Psalm 34: 19--The righteous man may have many troubles, but the Lord delivers him from them all.
Psalm 121: 1-2--I will lift up my eyes to the hills, from whence comes my help?  My help comes from the Lord, Who made heaven and earth.

Be encouraged!!

Forgive

Forgiveness is very important to living in peace.  When you forgive others, you release yourself from bondage, too.   Forgiveness is a choice.  Unforgiveness can be the root of many issues:  bitterness, anger, offense, hard feelings. It has been known to manifest in our bodies causing health issues.

Remember, Jesus forgave ALL your sins. Therefore He expects us to forgive others.  Every day we begin with a "clean slate" because Jesus has forgiven all of our sins.  We should do the same for others.

Matthew 6:14-15
For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you, but if you do not forgive others their trespasses, neither will your Father forgive your trespasses.

Ask the Lord to give you the grace to forgive others.  He gives freely, and will surely help you.

Be encouraged!

Think Positive

Are your thoughts positive or negative?  Do you look for the "good" in life?   If you struggle with keeping positive thoughts, you are not alone.  We all have those days.  It's important not to stay stuck in that pattern of thinking.  "As a man thinks in his heart, so is he."--Proverbs 23:7

Shake off those negative thoughts and bind your mind to the mind of Jesus Christ.  Be kind to yourself. Love yourself.  Look in the mirror and say, "I am special. I was wonderfully and uniquely made. I will use my many gifts and talents today. This IS a great day!"

Meditate on these things:
Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy, meditate on these things. --Philippians 4:8

Be encouraged!