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Post by CodepNomore on Apr 25, 2014 0:13:08 GMT -8
Part of my current self-discovery journey is to walk with my HP God and to try books pertaining to subjects I don't usually read much. (I am not a religious person nor into Theology.) So I have just gotten today my first book from Joyce Meyer, titled, "You Can Begin Again".
Here's an excerpt from its book cover and introduction:
"It's never too late for a new beginning. Look closely and you'll see that theme all through the Bible. Page after page, God delights in turning tragic endings into new beginnings. A childless woman conceives in her old age; a fearful, self-conscious shepherd becomes a leader of millions; and a prostitute becomes a wife and mother in the lineage of Christ. Every biblical fresh start reveals the amazing, awe-inspiring hope we have for our own new beginnings in God's plan for our lives."
"Here is the key: You have to take a step. New beginning don't happen on an escalator, they happen along a path. In faith, you make progress by taking one step at a time. If you are determined to succeed in life, God's grace will enable you to do what may seem impossible to your natural thinking. God has promised to do His part, but you have an important to play as well.
If you know what it's like to be far from your potential; to suffer from less-than-stellar reputation; to find yourself stuck in a dead-end job; to feel abandoned or alone; to live with regret or shame; or just to wonder what your next step might be, let this book be a new beginning for you."
This is so timely for me, since I am going for a new development in my career.
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Post by CodepNomore on Apr 26, 2014 1:07:54 GMT -8
This is a beautiful passage from Joyce Meyer that I hope will blessed those who read it:
"I depend on many people in my ministry to help me accomplish what I am called to do. However, I see constant change. People leave who I thought would be with me forever, and God sends new people who have amazing gifts. I need people, but I know it is God working through people to help me. If He decides to change who He works through, that should be no concern of mine.
I appreciate all the wonderful people God has placed in my life. My husband and children are amazing. My ministry staff is top-notch, and the wonderful ministry partners God has given me are awesome. I need all of them, but if for any reason God ever decided to remove any of them from my life, I want to be a confident woman who knows that with God alone all things are possible. My confidence must be in Him more than it is anything or anyone else.
Are you overly dependent upon a family member, coworker, friend, job, or pet, to the point of worrying about what you would do without them? Put your trust in God. Remember, He's the only one you truly need.
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Post by CodepNomore on Apr 29, 2014 8:12:39 GMT -8
Understand That Your History Is Not Your Destiny...
"As long as you think tomorrow is dependent on yesterday, your future will never be different from your past. God sends His mercies fresh each morning, but you have to receive them. The best thing you can do about yesterday is to forget it. Whether you succeeded or failed, it's over. It's time to look ahead."
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Post by dhafirah on May 3, 2014 11:31:20 GMT -8
Even though I am not a Christian, I find that Joyce Meyer says things that are universal. Over the years I have had people come in and out my life. I am learning that people are in your life for a purpose. It could be for a short time, a long time, or a life time. I also want to be a confidant woman who knows that as long as I include God in my life, I will be okay. God has Blessed me with people who are in my life for a reason, a season, or for the long haul. Instead of questioning why some are no longer in my life I want to thank God for that moment, day, or years in which they were in it. Love addiction and co-dependency distracts us from the basic rule of life which is to rely on the Creator for what we need. Always looking for something or someone to fill up the "emptiness" distracts us from realizing how full we already are as individuals. I am tired of not appreciating what I do have because what I have is enough for now. I slip into obsessing, depression, anxiety, and being drawn to the unavailable when I forget or refuse to do this. Do I want a husband? Yes. Am I glad to have family, friends, and children? Yes. Do I want to be dependent on them to the point I cannot function without them? No. I do not own another person and I do not know what God Planned for their lives, so the only person's presence I must depend on is mines.
The wisdom that exists for overcoming love addiction and every other spiritual or emotional disease is so awesome and yet so simple. The struggle and determination to incorporate this wisdom into my life makes the journey more rewarding and humbling.
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Post by CodepNomore on May 7, 2014 4:23:51 GMT -8
Dhafirah, thanks for sharing your insightful take on this.
God sees and knows us from deep within. Therefore, I believe what truly matters is what is inside our hearts and not so much our external links to a specific religious group.
Yes, I am learning so much from Joyce and I am incorporating it to my personal journey. Everything is temporary and has beginning and ending but life goes on. Alone or not, I intend to live each day with a purpose. And good or not so good may come my way, but I will still be grateful and hopeful in him.
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Post by CodepNomore on Jul 10, 2014 5:09:31 GMT -8
I already finished reading this book along with other good books helpful for my major career transition. Yes, I may be old chronologically to make a major breakthrough, but I am very optimist because I am partnering with my faithful, awesome HP.
I am not religious but I highly recommend Joyce Meyer's book, "You Can Begin Again". It is very inspiring, uplifting, and positive. Since it is my first book from Joyce, I just found out that she is such a positive person and yet honest about her flaws/mistakes. Apparently, we have a lot in common. She has an aggressive personality too and not the typical kind of woman who does well and enjoys household stuff.
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Post by Havefaith on Jul 10, 2014 5:17:38 GMT -8
I am of the firm belief that change and breakthroughs can happen at any stage in life. When is it too late? When one is dead, lol. For me, Every day is a gift and affords me the opportunity to move forward in a positive direction. Age simply does not matter; attitude does!!
HaveFaith
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Post by Havefaith on Jul 10, 2014 8:29:46 GMT -8
I also want to add -- I am a Joyce Meyer fan. Yes, I am a follower of Christ (Christian beliefs) but her message is for everyone. She speaks of addiction frequently, humanity's struggles with it, and her message is universal. If you are human and you struggle (don't we all) you will glean a message of hope from her.
I've never purchased any of her books (I follow her on television or on her website where she broadcasts her messages as well) but I may just purchase the book you mentioned, codepnomore. Thanks for the recommendation!
HaveFaith
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Post by CodepNomore on Jul 10, 2014 8:31:38 GMT -8
You are right. That is why I am enthusiastic about life. Each day gives me a chance to discover and reach new greater heights; to dream again. I feel I am an eagle with renewed strength. It is just funny how time flies and could turn things around. When I joined a group, I used to be among the youngest but now, I am perhaps one of the oldest chronologically. Only, I am commonly mistaken much younger than my actual age because I take good care of myself by natural means.
I once thought that getting old is not desirable, but now I am proud to have reach this stage. Although, I think, I will always feel young, I am embracing what others think as old already. I just focus on the precious blessings that come with it such as wisdom, prestige, etc. Life just gets better with age.
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