Be An Influencer

 "You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot."Matthew 5:13

Lately a new modern day job title I have heard is that of a social media influencer. I shudder to think what type of influence certain people have and who are their target audience for this ‘influence’. 

Have you ever pondered being an unofficial ‘influencer’ for the kingdom of Heaven. Think about it. The way you react to people, your tone of voice, the way you carry yourself around others all can have a major effect hopefully a positive one. 

How about it? Do you want to influence those around you for Christ? 

PRAYER: I need you Lord each day to start off the day in a positive fashion. Help me be a God influencer for crowds around me. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Everything Is Not Always A Okay

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30

It’s okay not to be okay sometimes. When people ask how you are doing have you ever answered “not real good right now” ? It’s okay to humble yourselves and be honest.  

Talk to Jesus share your heart. Get in the habit of journaling it is very therapeutic . Pray daily and get on your knees if you are able. Put on some praise music say “Alexa play Elevation Worship”. 

Do what you can to stay uplifted so you in turn can help uplift others. 

PRAYER: Father help me as I seek to get closer to you and away from any burdens weighing me down. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Your Trophy Case

 "Am I now seeking the approval of men, or of God?"Galatians 1:10

Do you have a trophy case at home that house trophies or medallions from sports or maybe you have wild game mounted ‘heads’ that are trophies too if your accomplished feat of landing the big one? 

The only trophy we really need is from God and it is written on our hearts knowing we are doing work that honors him. I have received things for milestones in writing and they are nice but the best reward will be “well done good and faithful servant”. 

Certificates, awards, trophies are all nice for earthly accomplishments but only what is done for Christ will matter. 

PRAYER: I am grateful for being awarded things on this Earth and help me not get too puffed up as my reward is in Heaven. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

The Dash

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”Jeremiah 29:11

When you go into a graveyard you likely see headstones bearing the name of the person who is deceased as well as two dates separated by a dash. That dash represents the entire life of the person who is buried there. 

What is happening in your “dash” time? What are you accomplishing for the kingdom? Whose life are you building into? 

You never know when your dash time will come to an end so you try to make use of every moment God gives you to make an impact on this Earth. Don’t compare your dash to another’s as everyone has a purpose here on Earth and is unique. 

PRAYER: Father I thank you for letting me be born and thank you for where you have placed me to serve you. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Pray Bold Prayers

“And this is the confidence that we have toward him, that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us.”1 John 5:14

Do you believe God hears, cares, heals, delivers, redeems, sets free, makes wrongs right? Do you believe for the seemingly impossible? Well then change up your prayer life and start praying like you mean it and as if you know things will be different. 

Don’t be a puny prayer warrior afraid to put your faith to work but believe for what mere men would scoff at saying “yeah right”. 

Today what is on your heart? Have you been around and around the prayer mountain well keep circling my friend. God is working and His timing is perfect. Be still. 

PRAYER: Lord I come to you today and say thanks for how you are working. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Senior Citizen, Elderly, Retired-Ugh

Wisdom will multiply your days and add years to your life.
12 If you become wise, you will be the one to benefit.
If you scorn wisdom, you will be the one to suffer.Proverbs 9:11-12 NLT Bible gateway

When you have that 70th birthday reality hits. Many dread the 30th, 40th, 50th and so on and why is this? Because our culture has made older folks feel worthless but they are not. Older people have lived through lots and have much to contribute. 

If you are reading this and are ‘up there in years’ be grateful because God has blessed you to hang around and share your wisdom. Everyone has an expiration date and it is not something to fear if you know Jesus and know what awaits you. 

This world and its’ fountain of youth was never intended to be our eternal residence. Do what you can to stay healthy and viable and if you are mobile get out and walk or ride your bike. Don’t be afraid to try new things. Start a bucket list and enjoy life. 

PRAYER:Lord thank you for life and the miracle of this Earth I live on. Comfort those people who dread the end and give them hope. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Act Like Jesus

 "Kind words are like honey—sweet to the soul and healthy for the body.” Proverbs 16:24

How do you think Jesus acts? He is the one who said ‘let he who is without sin cast the first stone”. I don’t think he sits around judging denominations and nit picking. 

Wherever you go try to ask yourself what in fact Jesus would do and how he would act then pray for the ability to emulate Him. 

Be kind and generous to others without expecting anything in return. Smile. Share Jesus with others not necessarily your denomination. It is the truth that sets people free. Go and shine Christs’ love wherever you go. 

PRAYER: Lord I need you each day to stay on track at home and away from home. In Jesus’ name. Amen.