The following message is from Joyce Meyer, day 83 of her, 'Daily Devotional-Promises for Your Everyday Life' that I read daily. In the message below, Joyce Meyer talks about developing your potential and references bible verse Colossians 3:23. Such a great message, couldn't help but share!
God Bless!
T Denise Clary
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And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men. Colossians 3:23
Develop Your Potential and Do Something Now
ByJoyce Meyer
"You may know that God's created you with great potential, but you can't stop there. You have to develop your potential.
I believe that many people are unhappy because they aren't doing anything to develop their potential. If you want to see your potential developed to its fullest, don't wait until everything is perfect. Do something now. Start laying your hand to whatever is in front of you.
You must give your potential some form by doing something with it. You will never find what you are capable of doing if you never try anything.
Don't be so afraid of failing that you never take a chance. Don't stay in the safety zone. You may feel safe, but you will never succeed at developing your full potential or being fulfilled in what you are doing. Step out into what you feel God is leading you to do, and you will soon discover what you can and cannot do.
You are full of God-given potential, and He wants to do more through your life than you could ever imagine, but it requires your cooperation. Step out and serve Him wholeheartedly today.
Prayer Starter: Lord, in everything I do, I want to serve You wholeheartedly. Thank You for encouraging me to step out and take action, developing the great potential You have given me." --Joyce Meyer
The following message is from Joyce Meyer, day 2 of her, 'Daily Devotional-Promises for Your Everyday Life' that I started the other day. In the message below, Joyce Meyer talks about jump-starting your dreams and references bible verse Proverbs 29:18. Such a great message, couldn't help but share!
God Bless!
T Denise Clary
Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keepeth the law, happy is he. Proverbs 29:18
Jump- Start Your Dreams
By Joyce Meyer
"What is the dream that God's placed in your heart? I'm not asking if you have one, I already know it's there because God gives all of us dreams.
I've seen people do all kinds of things to their dreams. Some people bury them so deep in their hearts in order to protect them from the criticism of others. Some people set them out of sight so they don't have to think about them anymore. And some people finally just give up on their dreams because it hurts too much to hold on.
If your dream needs a jump-start, there are two things I want you to remember. First, you need to get a vision that's clear. And second, you must keep your vision in front of you at all times.
But having a vision doesn't mean that it will instantly appear. God's as interested in the process of vision as He is in the end result.
The apostle Paul said in Philippians 4:11-13 that he had learned how to be content and satisfied to the point where he was not disturbed by whatever state he was in. In other words, he never allowed himself to get upset with where he was at the moment, he was always looking forward to where he could be.
That means you, like Paul, need to find a balance between contentment and ambition. Here's the key: Learn to enjoy where you are on the way to where you're going.
When you have a dream or a vision, you have to keep it in front of you. If it helps, write it down. And remember, God will help you live the dream He's given you, step-by-step, one day at a time.
Prayer Starter: Jesus, even though I don't always feel like it and life tries to get me to quit, I believe You have a great plan for my life. I choose to trust You to help me live the dream You've given me more than I trust my circumstances."-- Joyce Meyer
Have you heard of the phrase "Hakuna Matata"? Well if you are anything like me ~ knee deep in kid stuff ~ you would have at one point in your existence heard of the catchy little song from the Lion King movie.
About two weekends ago, my 2 year old and I engaged in watching the Lion King movie over and over AND over again!! At her insistence of course ~ WINK WINK! I can't count how many times we watched the movie. I watched it so many times, I found myself singing the songs in the movie even after I had long stopped watching it. One song in particular, "Hakuna Matata", was one of our favorites... OK, my favorite. If you have never seen the movie or heard the song before, here it is...
Watch the scene from this movie clip of The Lion King
Just like the song spells out, Hakuna Matata literally means "No Worries" or loosely "Don't Worry" in the Swahili language. In the movie, the phrase is used as a "problem free philosophy" and is meant to ease all worries.
As my 2 year old and I continued to sing the song over and over again, I thought to myself, "what a GREAT idea"!?! To have a problem free philosophy whenever life's little mishaps get the better of me.Well I don't normally go around saying "Hakuna Matata" when something goes awry in my life or I'm not having the best day. However, I do like the idea of having a certain phrase to say that will help ease worries, stresses and/or anxiety that occasionally pop up from time to time.
So of course, what is the first thing that came to mind when I thought about a problem free 'phrase' I can rely on when needed? Well not so much a phrase, but a NAME!
THE NAME!!
The ONE and ONLY NAME!!!
How about the mighty NAME(s) of GOD!!!! What else but the mighty name(s) of God can ease our worries, stresses, hurts, anxiety, and so forth. (See 'Names of God' below) And there are so many names to choose from, simply because He is MY everything...our EVERYTHING! One of my personal favorites is the name "Jehovah Shalom" meaning The Lord of Peace.
So there you have it! I've found my very own phrase, so-to-speak! WINK
JEHOVAH SHALOM!! (Although it's pretty difficult to narrow it down to just one--I think I will interchangeably use a few depending on the circumstance - WINK WINK).
How about you? Do you need a "problem free philosophy ~ Hakuna Matata" phrase in your life?? Why not try one of God's names to ease your worries!!
You can search the list below to find yours ;-)
God Bless!
T Denise Clary
THE PRIMARY NAMES OF GOD There are three primary names of GOD in the Old Testament; GOD (Elohim), LORD (Jehovah, or Yahweh), and LORD/Master (Adonai). Beyond these, God is called by over 80 other compound names or descriptive titles.
Elohim-GOD(Genesis 1:1)
-The strong creator
Jehovah-LORD (Genesis 2:4)
-The self-existing One
Adonai-LORD/Master (Genesis 15:2)
-The Headship Name
The Compound Names The LORD GOD
"Jehovah El and Jehovah Elohim"
Jehovah El Elohim (Joshua 22:22)
- The LORD GOD of GODS
Jehovah Elohim (Genesis 2:4, 3:9-13, 21)
- The LORD GOD
Jehovah Elohe Abothekem (Joshua 18:3)
- The LORD GOD of Your Fathers
Jehovah El Elyon (Genesis 14:22)
- The LORD, the Most High GOD
Jehovah El Emeth (Psalms 31:5)
- LORD GOD of Truth
Jehovah Elohim Tsebaoth (Psalms 59:5, Isaiah 28:22)
- LORD GOD of Hosts
Jehovah Elohe Yeshuathi (Psalms 88:1)
- LORD GOD of My Salvation
Jehovah Elohe Yisrael (Psalms 41:13)
- The LORD GOD of Israel
The Compound Names GOD
"El, Elohim, and Elohe"
Elohim (Genesis 1:1)
- GOD
Elohim Bashamayim (Joshua 2:11)
- GOD in Heaven
El Bethel (Genesis 35:7)
- GOD of the House of GOD
Elohe Chaseddi (Psalms 59:10)
- The GOD of My Mercy
Elohe Yisrael (Genesis 33:20)
- GOD, the GOD of Israel
El Elyon (Genesis 14:18, Daniel 3:26, Psalms 78:56)
- The Most High GOD
El Emunah (Deuteronomy 7:9)
- The Faithful GOD
El Gibbor (Isaiah 9:6)
- Mighty GOD
El Hakabodh (Psalms 29:3)
- The GOD of Glory
El Hay (Joshua 3:10, Jeremiah 23:36, Daniel 3:26)
- The Living GOD
El Hayyay (Psalms 42:8)
- GOD of My Life
Elohim Kedoshim (Joshua 24:19)
- Holy GOD
El Kanna (Exodus 20:5)
- Jealous GOD
El Kanno (Joshua 24:19)
- Jealous GOD
Elohe Mauzi (Psalms 43:2)
- GOD of My Strength
Elohim Machase Lanu (Psalms 62:8)
- GOD Our Refuge
Eli Maelekhi (Psalms 68:24)
- GOD My King
El Marom (Micah 6:6)
- GOD Most High
El Nekamoth (Psalms 18:47)
- GOD that Avengeth
El Nose (Psalms 99:8)
- GOD that Forgave
Elohenu Olam (Psalms 48:14)
- Our Everlasting GOD
Elohim Ozer Li (Psalms 54:4)
- GOD My Helper
El Rai
- GOD Seest Me
Elsali (Psalms 42:9)
GOD, My Rock
El Shaddai (Genesis 17:1,2, Ezekiel 10:5)
- Almighty GOD
Elohim Shophtim Ba-arets (Psalms 58:11)
- GOD that Judgeth in the Earth
El Simchath Gili (Psalms 43:4)
- GOD My Exceeding Joy
Elohim Tsebaoth (Psalms 80:7, Jeremiah 35:17&38:17)
- GOD of Hosts
Elohe Tishuathi (Psalms 18:46&51:14)
- GOD of My Salvation
Elohe Tsadeki (Psalms 4:1)
- GOD of My Righteousness
Elohe Yakob (Psalms 20:1)
- GOD of Israel
Elohe Yisrael (Psalms 59:5)
- GOD of Isreal
The Compound Names LORD "Jehovah"
Jehovah(Exodus 6:2,3)
- The LORD
Adonai Jehovah (Genesis 15:2)
- Lord GOD
Jehovah Adon Kol Ha-arets (Joshua 3:11)
- The LORD, the Lord of All the Earth
Jehovah Bore (Isaiah 40:28)
- The LORD Creator
Jehovah Chereb (Deuteronomy 33:29)
- The LORD... the Sword
Jehovah Eli (Psalms 18:2)
- The LORD My GOD
Jehovah Elyon (Genesis 14:18-20)
- The LORD Most High
Jehovah Gibbor Milchamah (Psalms 24:8)
- The LORD Mighty In Battle
Jehovah Maginnenu (Psalms 89:18)
- The LORD Our Defense
Jehovah Goelekh (Isaiah 49:26&60:16)
- The LORD Thy Redeemer
Jehovah Hashopet (Judges 11:27)
- The LORD the Judge
Jehovah Izuz Wegibbor (Psalms 24:8)
- The LORD Strong and Mighty
Jehovah-jireth (Genesis 22:14)
- The LORD Shall Provide
Jehovah Kabodhi (Psalms 3:3)
- The LORD My GOD
Jehovah Kanna Shemo (Exodus 34:14)
- The LORD Whose Name Is Jealous
Jehovah Keren-Yishi (Psalms 18:2)
- The LORD the Horn of My Salvation
Jehovah Machsi (Psalms 91:9)
The LORD My Refuge
Jehovah Magen (Deuteronomy 33:29)
- The LORD the Shield
Jehovah Makkeh (Ezekiel 7:9)
- The LORD that Smiteth
Jehovah Mauzzam (Psalms 37:39)
- The LORD Their Strength
Jehovah Mauzzi (Jeremiah 16:19)
- The LORD My Fortress
Ha-Melech Jehovah (Psalms 98:6)
- The LORD the King
Jehovah Melech Olam (Psalms 10:16)
- The LORD King Forever
Jehovah Mephalti (Psalms 18:2)
- The LORD My Deliverer
Jehovah Mekaddishkem (Exodus 31:13)
- The LORD that Sanctifies You
Jehovah Metsudhathi (Psalms 18:2)
- The LORD My High Tower
Jehovah Moshiekh (Isaiah 49:26&60:16)
- The LORD Your Savior
Jehovah Nissi (Exodus 17:15)
- The LORD My Banner
Jehovah Ori (Psalms 27:1)
- The LORD My Light
Jehovah Uzzi (Psalms 28:7)
- The LORD My Strength
Jehovah Rophe (Exodus 15:26)
- The LORD (our) Healer
Jehovah Roi (Psalms 23:1)
- The LORD My Shepherd
Jehovah Sabaoth (Tsebaoth) (I Samuel 1:3)
- The LORD of Hosts
Jehovah Sali (Psalms 18:2)
- The LORD My Rock
Jehovah Shalom (Judges 6:24)
- The LORD (our) Peace
Jehovah Shammah (Ezekiel 48:35)
The LORD Is There
Jehovah Tsidkenu (Jeremiah 23:6)
- The LORD Our Righteousness
ABOUT ME:
I like to DREAM big and HOPE even bigger!
I am an editor with Polished Paragraphs, former Executive Editor of The Zharmae Publishing Press, licensed attorney, writer, blogger, amateur artist, "wannabe" photographer, wife, and mother to three. I have independently published four (of seven) flash fiction Christian children's eBooks that are currently available on Amazon.com. I have always had a passion for writing short stories and poems, and equally love to read cleverly written, quirky children's books as well as non-fiction, inspirational, MG, YA, and some speculative fiction. I was born and raised in California, but now reside with my family in Richmond, Texas.
