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Successful People Get Up Early! PRO
Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Jan 14, 2014 (message contributor)
Forbes Magazine states that early risers are the most successful people. The discipline of getting up early produces many positive results, such as:
1. More proactive approach to life
2. The ability to anticipate problems better
3. Better goal-setting
4. Time for exercise
5. Sleep is much better when we go to bed early and get up early.
6. More optimism
7. Time to focus
8. More time for family
Abraham would have been listed in Forbes Magazine. Genesis 22:3 says that "he got up EARLY and loaded his donkey." There was no sulking, no pity party, no depression and no delay for this successful man of God. He purposed in his heart the night before to obey God, even if he did not...
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A speaker in Colorado was about to address a gathering of businessmen and women. Sitting a the head table, he turned to the real estate salesman on his left and said, "So, how are things going for you?" "Terrible," he answered. "Haven¡¯t you heard about the strikes? 80% of the people in this ...read more
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John Sutherland Bonnell, The Great Preacher Of A ... PRO
Contributed by Aaron Householder on Sep 30, 2004
John Sutherland Bonnell, the great preacher of a generation ago, has suggested five questions which are useful in evaluating Christian effectiveness and commitment. Look Closely at them to judge your strengths and weaknesses as a disciple of Christ. 1. Does my life witness each day to the power ...read more
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The Rock
Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2007
The Rock A man was sleeping at night in his cabin when suddenly his room filled with light and the Savior appeared. The Lord told the man He had work for him to do, and showed him a large rock in front of his cabin. The Lord explained that the man was to push against the rock with all his ...read more
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It Is In The Hours Of Loneliness That God Does ...
Contributed by Philip Harrelson on Feb 8, 2007
It is in the hours of loneliness that God does some of His greatest works. It was in the lonely dejection of Elijah that he heard God’s voice. It was in the wearying lonely path of faith that God came again to Abraham. It was in the lonely hours following failure that Peter found God. It ...read more
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It Is Possible For Children At A Very Young Age ...
Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Jan 10, 2007
It is possible for Children at a very young age to learn to think about what would please the Lord. --- Which reminds me of something I heard about my 3-year old granddaughter recently. (Have I mentioned lately that I have 4 brilliant grandchildren?) Morgan’s parents were trying to convince her ...read more
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