Thursday, January 27, 2005

3 Decisions that Will Change Your Year Part 1

BE JOYFUL ALWAYS 1 Thes. 5.16

1. We must have a proper relationship to Jesus Christ
John 1:12 Yet to all who received him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God--
It all begins with this foundation


2. Live a Positive Life
Look at the bright side of things
Don't Compare yourself to other people
Don't Complain

3. Take Control of Your Life
Don't let others control your life
Gal 6:2 Carry each other's burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ.
Gal 6:5 for each one should carry his own load.

v. 2 - Speaks of helping others in times of tragedy
v. 5 - Speaks of handling our daily responsibilities

One is like a Boulder
The other a Backback

Mat 5:37 Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.
It is o.k. to say no.
This is adapted from a book entitled Boundaries by Drs. Henry Cloud & John Townsend

Can I set limits and still be a loving person?
Yes - you end up being more loving in the true sense of the word

What are legitimate boundaries?
Staying healthy and keeping healthy relationships

What if someone is upset or hurt when I say no?
They will be upset. You cannot control the reactions of others

Am I being selfish by saying no?
NO!


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