A new year is a new season and a great opportunity for a new vision. Many of us use this time to reflect on the previous year and to set new goals, commonly known as, new year’s resolutions. Many are excited to set the new year’s resolutions on Jan 1st and then slowly watch the excitement level drop by midnight of Jan 1st (smile). I know, I’m not the best at keeping new year’s resolutions either. However, what I have found is that having a vision for your life and for your family is stronger and more motivating than making resolutions. In this blog, I will share with you five areas you should consider when writing your vision so that you can greatly enhance your quality of living.
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This first thing you must understand is that having a vision is tapping into your ability to think about or plan for your future with wisdom. Your vision should be connected to your God given purpose. Vision is important because, “where there is no vision, the people perish” (Prov 29:18). Vision allows yo...
Have you ever been tempted to do something wrong or unwise? Sure, you have! Have you ever had the desire to touch someone that you knew could cause issues in your relationship? Sure, you have! The difference between a husband or a wife who is able to over any temptation is the one who understands the deception of temptation and the process involved. If you have never been in situations where you have been tempted, now is the time to repent and come clean (smile).
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The truth is, none of us are exempt from temptation. Whether, it’s from the coworker, the friendly mail person, a high school sweetheart, a stranger or a church member, we are all susceptible to temptation. This blog will equip you to understand why temptation is so deceptive and how to overcome it.
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Let’s start with a simple dictionary definition. Temptation is “the desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise. Many can identify with this definition because we were all tempted at one time or another. Th...
He asked, she said “yes.” She asked, he said “yes.” Regardless of who asked the big question, once agreed, the preparation began and everyone were excited for the “big day.” This big day was the launch of something great. The question is, how do you keep the big launch great?
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I believe it is God’s will for marriages to succeed. I believed this journey begun by observing my parents who have been married for over 46 years. I have been married to my beautiful wife now for over 14 years and I can still say after 14 years, we have found ways to keep our big launch GREAT!
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As a pastor, I love performing weddings. It brings me much joy when I say, “I now pronounce you, husband and wife.” Such a joyous moment. The husband and wife seem to be so in love and happy. Support from friends and family members are amazing. This is the big launch.
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Truth be told, it does not take long after the big launch for marital distress comes into the home. Success come into the marriage when couples le...