Midweek Motivation
Every week we discuss personal development and more in the context of Scripture and the promises of God.
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Scroll down, dig in, and enjoy! I hope you find something that inspires you to new levels of self as the beautiful child of El Elyon you were created to be.
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May the Good Lord bless you and keep you, my friends... always, in all ways.
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God bless your days. God bless your dreams. And, I'll see you soon.
The Underutilized Realm of Whitespace (09.09.21)
* Techniques for expansion, release, and stillness in the face of the anthrophone and cognitive overload.
* Psalm 46:10 * Mark 6:46 * Luke 6:12 * Luke 11:1 *
The Truth Shall Set You Free (09.02.21)
* The impacts of truth-telling on the human brain and the ways we can leverage it to our benefit.
* Zechariah 8:16 * Luke 16:10 * Matthew 5:37 *
Wabi-What? Wabi-Sabi. (08.25.21)
* Navigating the expectation of perfection.
* Isaiah 58 * Romans 3:23 * Mark 12:31 *
The Ripples We Leave (08.19.21)
* Thoughts on the impacts our actions have on others, choosing quality and intentionality.
* Proverbs 22:6 * Proverbs 13:22 *
Getting Unstuck (07.28.21)
* Strategies for traversing the sticky moments.
* Isaiah 43:18-19 * 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 * Psalm 51:10 *
Living in Gratitude, Living in the Present (07.23.21)
* Getting out of our head, when the cycle spirals.
* Matthew 6:34 * 1 Thessalonians 5:18 * Hebrews 12:2 *
"Be Patient with Everyone" (07.14.21)
* Remembering to be patient with all and pursue good for all.
* 1 Thessalonians 5:14-15, 16-18 *
"Jesus, Friend of Sinners" (07.09.21)
* Seeing clearly. Where do we stand?
* 1 Corinthians 10:13 * Romans 3:23 * 1 John 1:8 * Psalm 103:12 *
Keys to a Powerful Pivot (07.02.21)
* Questions to ask when we're required or asked to pivot.
* Hebrews 6:19 * Isaiah 45:22 * Psalm 119:58-59 *
What happens when it all burns down? (06.24.21)
* Strategies for moments in life when things seems to be coming at you from every direction.
* Psalm 143 * 1 Thessalonians 5:18 * John 16:33 * 2 Corinthians 10:5 *
We've Crossed Swords with a Loved One... Now What? (06.17.21)
* Amygdala hijack... What? And, what now?
* What is our approach when conflict seems to be coming from others?
* What do we do when it's on us?
* Romans 12:18 * Philippians 4:6-7 * Galatians 5:22-23 * Colossians 3:13 *
The Power of Human Connection (06.09.21)
* Tools for making our way back to a sense of normalcy after extended isolation.
* Hebrews 10:24-25 * Romans 12:4-5 * Colossians 3:14 *
Always Be Ready to Give an Answer... (06.03.21)
"To be ignorant and simple now... would be to throw down our weapons... The cool intellect must work not only against cool intellect on the other side, but against mysticism which denies intellect altogether." ~ C.S. Lewis (-ish)
* 1 Peter 3:15 * Isaiah 65:17 * Revelation 21:1 *
Strengthening the Silence Muscle (05.27.21)
* Job 13 * Matthew 12:36 *
* Proverbs 10:19 * Jeremiah 1:9 *
To Take Responsibility (05.20.21)
... as an access to so much more.
* 1 Samuel 25 *
ENJOYING the Life We've Been Given (05.14.21)
* Step into the adventure and listen for His voice.
Seeking Out What Motivates (05.06.21)
* Step into the adventure and listen for His voice.
* The list of pros and cons... and beyond.
* National Day of Prayer.
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* Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 * Proverbs 15:13 *
(Apologies for wind noise on this one.)
Approaches to Unceasing Prayer (04.29.21)
* 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 *
Resilience & Persistence (04.22.21)
* Romans 5:3-5 * Proverbs 3:5-6 * 2 Peter 1:5-9 * James 1:2-4 *Joshua 1:9 * Romans 8:28 * Hebrews 12:1 * Psalm 23 *
Servanthood (04.15.21)
* Seeking and hearing His voice, and choosing to obey.
* Giving space for each of us to hear Him and follow without judgment.
* John 10:27 * James 1:22 *
(Yes, the original FB Live was vertical. :) )
When Overwhelm Strikes (04.07.21)
* Techniques for when it all seems to be too much.
* 2 Corinthians 10:5 * Isaiah 40:31 * Proverbs 3:5 * Psalm 142:3 *
Good Friday (04.02.21)
* A beautiful Maundy Thursday practice.
* The example of Simon of Cyrene.
* Matthew 26:40 * Isaiah 53:3-9 * 1 Peter 2:24 *
A Life of Service, in the Little Things (03.23.21)
* A servant's heart.
* 1 Peter 4:10 * Mark 10:45 * Ephesians 2:10 * Matthew 25:34-40 * Jeremiah 1:5a * Luke 6:38 *
Leaving Breadcrumbs of Godly Light in the World (03.17.21)
* Lessons from the life of a Jesus-lover.
* Isaiah 52:6 *
Humans & Fear (03.11.21)
* The amygdala is an untamed beast.
* We have a secret weapon.
* Matthew 6 * Isaiah 41:10 * Philippians 4:6-9 *
Powerfully Standing in Power, Powerfully Standing in Submission (03.03.21)
* How do we honor well without being a doormat?
* Genesis 31 * Zechariah 13 *
Romans 12:18 & Cognitive Load (02.24.21)
* Romans 12:18 * Isaiah 26:3 * Hebrews 12:11 * Philippians 4:7 * John 15:1-2 *
What Inspires You? (02.18.21)
* 2 Corinthians 10:5 *
Encouragement in the Promises of God (02.10.21)
* Romans 12:18 * Matthew 17:27 * Proverbs 14:29. *
Encouragement in the Promises of God (02.04.21)
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Leaving Egypt (01.27.21)
* John 8:32 * Genesis 47:5-6 * Genesis 47:27 * John 8:36 *
All Things as Unto the Lord (01.20.21)
* Colossians 3:23-24 * Hebrews 13:1-2 *