Set High Standards For Yourself

Grace and Mercy: An Unbeatable Combination

A Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Waste

A major dilemma I have with a lot of people in this generation is their concept of settling for settling. In other words, they're not concerned with bettering themselves. Whatever their situation, they've learned to accept anything and everything. Many people are afraid to succeed because they're afraid of hardwork, commitment, and responsibility. Anyone who plans to succeed in life should seek positive stimulation and positive reinforcement. Without stimulating your mind, you'll remain stuck on stupid and never get anywhere. How you think and what you think will determine how far you'll go. 

This whole concept of mental stimulation was brought up in a conversation I had with an acquaintance of mine who asked me about my goals and aspirations. During our conversation, one of the things I mentioned was that I strive for mental stimulation because the mind is a terrible thing to waste. Rather than applaud my statement, the reply from my acquaintance was, "I don't need to think that much. In fact, I rather chill instead of getting my mind stimulated." Comments such as this causes me great concern about the welfare of people. Let me ask you this - do you know people like this? Do you know people who can't hold an intelligent conversation because they don't know anything about anything? You're going places and they're stuck in the same position.

In this spiritual journey, we can learn a few things from seeking mental stimulation. The first lesson learned is when your mind is stimulated; you'll demand more of yourself because you know who you are and whose you are. God created you for greatness - not laziness. Your mind is the catalyst for you to reach for what belongs to you. The second lesson learned is when your mind is stimulated; you'll grow in wisdom and understanding. A mind that is active will seek answers to life's complicated questions. In a real sense, a stimulated mind will critique what's wrong with the social ills of society. A stimulated mind will look for solutions instead of dwelling on the problems. A stimulated mind has power.

In the book of Proverbs, the writer pens these powerful words, "Intelligent people want to learn, but stupid people are satisfied with ignorance." Please don't miss this. You may not know everything, but if you refuse to expand your mind, life will pass you by. The last lesson learned is that mental stimulation will give you the motivation and inspiration to do the impossible. I'm confident that whatever you put your mind to, you can accomplish. Your mind is too valuable for you not to use. Remember, what you put in your mind is what you'll get out of it.

Rev. Grey

On The Scene To Make A Difference

Do you ever feel as though you're not making a difference no matter how hard you try to do something? In other words, you work and you labor to make a difference, but it seems as though nothing is happening. I don't know about you, but it can be discouraging to feel as though you're not making a difference. Perhaps we've been brainwashed into wanting to see a difference instantly rather than being concerned with what we're called to do. One of my professors dropped in my spirit 'plant enough seeds and they'll blossom at the right time.' Here's the Sinclair remix. If you do your part and allow God to do His, your life will never be in vain. I want you to get into your spirit that you're on the scene to make a difference.

Every so often, I hear people talk about their purpose and meaning in life. On the other hand, I occasionally meet people who are struggling with identifying their purpose and meaning. Without a doubt, life can be hard when you don't know what you do. It can make you frustrated, aggravated, and agitated. Maybe that's too kind of an expression. If we can get real for a moment, going through life without identifying or understanding your purpose and meaning will drain you and deplete you. Everyone around you seems to be 'on point,' but you feel stuck. Well, if this sounds like you, I'm here to let you know that you're not here by mistake. Simply put - you're not an accident.

In this spiritual journey, I want to share with you a few lessons about understanding the phrase, 'on the scene to make a difference.' The first thing you need to do is validate who you are and whose you are. That's right; you are a beautiful person created in the image of God. Being created in the image of God means you're destined to do great things. Don't misidentify your calling with someone else's calling. The second thing you need to do is walk and talk with a confident attitude. A messed up attitude will get you nowhere. However, an attitude that is positive and uplifting will open up doors for you.

When the apostle Paul was writing to his son, Timothy in the ministry, he penned the words, "Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity." Please don't miss this last lesson. When you're walking in the anointing that God has on you and in you, you're living with purpose and meaning. Excuse me for a moment, but I need to preach it. If God has ever done anything for you, it's time to move from the sidelines to the playing field. Too much time observing and not enough time participating will keep you stumped. Always remember, you're on the scene to make a difference. As long as God is ordering your steps, you don't have anything to worry about.

Rev. Grey

God Knows Best

Unlike dealing with family and friends when it comes to negotiating over certain things, God desires for you to do what He says. In a real sense, the advantage of listening to God and doing what He says is that you know you're heading in the right direction. Unfortunately, the more we try to negotiate with God, the more of 'us' we put into the equation. Here's a hint - God isn't going to force you to do anything against your will. As process theologians like to put it, "God is not One of coercion, but One of persuasion." It's up to you to heed His voice and trust in Him with all of your heart, mind, and soul. I implore you not to let the enemy cause you to negotiate with God when you know what God has called you to do.

In this spiritual journey, you need to know God wants the best for you. Simply put - God created you for a reason. I don't care who you are, what you do, or what you're called to do, understand you have a purpose. Your purpose isn't predicated on you being famous in the sight of man; it's about being right in the eyes of God. When you do what God has called you to do, God will open doors for you. I want you to get into your spirit - God will bless you with more when you show Him how faithful you are. Through your faithfulness, God elevates you to higher heights.

Have a bless one

Loving All Of You

In this spiritual journey, I want to share with you a few things I learned about the importance of loving all of you. The first thing you need to do is realize your worth isn't based on what you shake, drop, jiggle, or wiggle. Instead, your worth is based on knowing that you're a child of God with intellect and spirit to do great things. If someone can't appreciate you for that, time to bounce and shout 'see ya, don't wanna be ya. The second thing you need to do is understand your mind and spirit are assets. Here's a hint. Your mind directs your actions and your spirit follows the voice of God. When you allow your mind and spirit to guide you, your body will fall in line with what God wants it to do.

Have a bless one.

Foolish Pride Will Keep You In A State of Foolishness

In this life, I've discovered that all of us should have some pride about who we are and whose we are. You should have pride in how you dress and carry yourself. In addition to this, you should have pride about where you live, how it looks, and its future development. I want you to get into your spirit how you feel about yourself on the inside will manifest itself on the outside. (Oops, I said something) How you view yourself is an indication of how others will view you. Too much pride shuts God out from working on the inside to relieve the burdens on the outside. Unless you make God your all in all, you'll trip up every time.

In this spiritual journey, you need to know foolish pride is an enemy of God. In a real sense, foolish pride says, 'I can do it by myself and don't need God.' Foolish pride prevents you from getting out of stressful and depressing situations. Anytime you want to do it your way, you'll get everything you deserve. However, when you decide to let go of foolish pride and allow God to step in, you'll get your deliverance. Don't allow foolish pride to get in the way of your next miracle.

Have a good one.

Ain't No Need Worrying Because God's Working it Out

In this spiritual journey, I want to share with you a few lessons about not worrying. The first thing you need to do is understand worrying will wear you out. Simply put - too much worrying will drain you and deplete you of your time and energy. Worrying robs you of your praise. Worrying keeps you in bondage. And worrying isn't what you're called to do. The second thing you need to do is trust in God's omnipotence. In a real sense, if God ever blessed you and delivered you from a 'hellish' situation in the past, He can do it again. No matter what you're dealing with, never underestimate the power of God. All you need to do is trust and believe.

Have a bless one.

Do Not Allow Physical Relationships To Mess Up Your Spiritual Relationship With God

In this spiritual journey, we can learn a few things about relationships. The first lesson learned is that any physical relationship that neglects putting God as the primary focus isn't worth staying in. The common goal of any relationship is doing the will of God individually and collectively. Anything other than that is a waste of time. The second lesson learned is any relationship that causes you to sacrifice and/or compromise your spiritual standards will prevent you from experiencing all that God has for you. Please don't miss this. No relationship is worth selling your soul. If the relationship doesn't build you up, it's tearing you down

Peace Within Yourself

"When you find peace within yourself, you become the kind of person who can live at peace with others."

Peace Pilgrim

Getting Over Pain

Morning Inspirational Message: In this spiritual journey, I want to share with you a few lessons about overcoming pain. The first thing you need to do is admit you're hurting. Simply put - whatever is causing you pain, admit it, name it, and identify it. Once you're able to admit it, name it, and identify it, then you're able to work on it. Unless you're true with yourself, all you're doing is living a lie. The second thing you need to do is reclaim your self-worth. When you reclaim your worth, then you reclaim your value. Wait a minute. In reclaiming your value, then you're able rise above the pain, hurt, disappointment, and/or abuse to be all that God has called you to be. It's a process that will yield blessings. Be Bless.