Influential thoughts

Sunday, July 18, 2010 by Rick Warren
Be careful how you think; your life is shaped by your thoughts. Proverbs 4:23 (GNT)

The Bible says our thoughts influence our lives. For instance --

My interpretation influences my situation -- It's not what happens to me that matters as much as how I choose to see it. The way I react will determine whether the circumstance makes me better or bitter. I can view everything as an obstacle or an opportunity for growth - a stumbling block or a stepping stone.

My beliefs influence my behavior -- We always act according to our beliefs, even when those ideas are false. For instance, as a child, if you believed a shadow in your bedroom at night was a monster, your body reacted in fear (adrenaline and jitters) even though it wasn't true. That's why it's so important to make sure you are operating on true information! Your convictions about yourself, about life, and about God influence your conduct.

My self-talk influences my self-esteem - We constantly talk to ourselves. Do you run yourself down with your self-talk? Stop doing that: "As he thinks in his heart, so is he" (Proverbs 23:7 NKJV).

The Wedding Day

My son Chris is now a married man. What a great experience and a perfect day. Congratulations Chris and Danielle!

All of their planning and hardwork was rewarded with beautiful memories for them and all who attended.  Here are some pics of the Groom with his Mom and the Bride with her Dad.
It was great to be surrounded by so many friends and family members!  Truely, a great time of sharing and celebration!  Our God is faithful and worthy of our praise! 

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Perspective - Protects

Perspective Protects Us From Error by Rick Warren

Don't shuffle along, eyes to the ground, absorbed with the things right in front of you. Look up, and be alert to what is going on around Christ—that's where the action is. See things from his perspective.

Colossians 3:1-2 (MSG)

• Perspective protects us from error. If there was ever a time that Christians need to be grounded in the truth it is today. We live in a society that rejects absolute truth and accepts every opinion as equally valid.
• Pluralism has created a very confused culture. The problem is not that our culture believes nothing but that it believes everything.
• God intends for us to have his wisdom and perspective. The result of this will be believers who are ROCK solid.

"Then we will no longer be like children, forever changing our minds about what we believe because someone has told us something different or has cleverly lied to us and made the lie sound like the truth."

(Ephesians 4:14 LB)

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That's LIFE...what a journey.

A few years ago we were at a Christian retreat we in Maryland called Sandy Cove.  It's one on our families favorite getaways.  For years it was an annual event we all looked forward too.  Tonight I stumbled onto a video  that was played at Sandy Cove during our last visit called "That's Life".  It brought back some great memories and the video was funny and true.   Enjoy!

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If you are looking for a great destination to get away for a summer vacation, check out http://www.sandycove.org/ in North East, MD.