Absorb and Give

I think, what has this day brought me, and what have I given it?

— Henry Moore —

  Answer these two questions (above) every night prior to laying down to sleep and your life will become more alive. P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com 2 Peter 3:10, “But the day of the Lord will come like a thief, and then the heavens will pass away with a roar, and the heavenly bodies will be burned up…

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Obstacles into Pathways

The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak, became a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong.

— Thomas Carlyle —

  I can relate, how about you? A couple of “blocks of granite” that personally turned into huge stepping-stones in a new path for me came to me in the forms of my addiction problems and my son Jordan. Surrender is the greatest tool we can utilize when it comes to turning our roadblocks into…

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Abundant Attitude

There are no menial jobs, only menial attitudes.

— William J. Bennett —

  This quote reminds me of a guy named Fred who worked with me several years ago.  He was retired and came to work for us part time as a delivery driver.  He could have simply put in his time and collected a pay check but he instead chose to infect the entire pharmacy with…

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Beauty Appreciation

I think it ticks God off if you walk by the color purple in a field somewhere and don't notice it...People think pleasing God is all God cares about. But any fool living in the world can see God always trying to please us back.

— Alice Walker, The Color Purple, 1982 —

  Are your eyes open? In what ways do you see God pleasing you? P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Psalm 50:2, “Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth”  (ESV)

Talents Must Be Used

Use what talents you possess. The woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best.

— Henry Van Dyke —

  What are your talents? Are you using them? P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Romans 12:6-8, Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them:  if prophecy, in proportion to our faith; if service, in our serving; the one who teaches, in his teaching; the one who exhorts, in his exhortation; the…

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Faith over Fear

Little men with little minds and little imaginations go through life in little ruts, smugly resisting all changes which would jar their little worlds.

— Zig Ziglar —

  Having a small mind and narrow focus is very difficult for a big God to do His best work. FAITH > FEAR. P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com 1 Chronicles 4:10, “Jabez called upon the God of Israel, saying, ‘Oh that you would bless me and enlarge my border, and that your hand might be with me, and…

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Gratitude

Having an attitude of gratitude sure does open our eyes to a beautiful world.

— JJM —

  I hope you’ve enjoyed this month of gratitude. One of the best ways to develop an attitude of gratitude is by helping others and if you are looking for a way to help others, on Saturday, December 12th, we will be having our 4th Annual Free Christmas Dinner at the Covington Eagles.  Our outreach includes…

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Thanksgiving All Day

He who walks with the Lord and keeps constant contact with Him will see many reasons for rejoicing and thanksgiving all day long.

— Unknown —

  P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, “Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”  (ESV)

Parent Virtue

Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all others.

— Cicero —

  If you don’t believe what Cicero says…you’re probably not grateful enough. P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Matthew 6:21, “For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.”  (ESV)

Real Power

When we become more fully aware that our success is due in large measure to the loyalty, helpfulness, and encouragement we have received from others, our desire grows to pass on similar gifts. Gratitude spurs us on to prove ourselves worthy of what others have done for us. The spirit of gratitude is a powerful energizer.

— Wilferd A. Peterson —

  …the spirit of gratitude is a powerful energizer …it was passed to you …pass it to others …then feel the power grow P.E.A.C.E. Jay@EagleLaunch.com Acts 1:8, “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and…

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