“How do I get ahead, move forward, and receive that promotion?” This is a question that can often pass through one’s mind, but have you ever actually stopped to think about how that really happens? People today tend to want so much out of life and to continue to make more money. They look at others who have what they want and say things like, “I wish I were that lucky” or “I wish I could catch a break.” Some even wish that they knew the right people to get ahead. However, the truth is that most of the people who get ahead are working the hardest, complaining the least, and are willing to learn and adapt. They are the type of person that is committed to accomplishing their goals! This means that they work through setbacks; they do not take detours or look for shortcuts. They are willing to put in the work and deal with situations as they arise. They do not play the victim and say things like, “My boss doesn’t like me. Things aren’t fair.” People who get ahead do not have that mindset. They do not allow themselves to possess a victim mentality or learned helplessness. Instead they choose to work diligently, take responsibility, and are willing to learn new things. They realize that in order to do better in life, they must continue to work hard, work smart and be committed.

Just A Thought,

PSS

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There is a difference between being a dreamer and those who have a dream. Dreamers tend to talk a lot, but have very little action towards their dream. Those that have a dream tend to talk very little about it, instead they work towards it. They do what is necessary to achieve their dreams. Talk is cheap, but action is life changing. In order to see our dreams come to fruition, you will have to sacrifice and be committed to achieving them. Dreams desired don’t come to pass because we will them to. Dreams come to pass because we are willing to do what it takes to accomplish them. Then we need to be patient. So many individuals never see their dreams and desires come to pass because they become impatient. They become discouraged. Then they give up on those dreams. We must be committed, sold out on our dreams, counting the cost, and never giving up on them, or quitting prematurely. When you have a real dream for your life, you will work through the tough times. If it is worth achieving, the setbacks won’t deter you. Keep the dream alive by reaching towards accomplishing it. No matter how long it takes, or how hard it is. When the desire (dream) comes to pass, it will be worth it.

Just A Thought,

PSS

Legacychurch.com

Often people are tempted to outright blame God for their troubles, misfortunes and negative circumstances. It's interesting that, for most of these people, when things are going well, they won't give God any credit at all. You might even hear them say, "I worked hard for this," or "I decided this," or "I got lucky on this one." But you won't hear them say, "God blessed me," or "God helped me." People say things like, "God could've prevented this or that from happening." My question is "How?" How could He stop or prevent things from happening if we don't listen to Him? Now can you see how important it is to be a doer of the Word and to learn it and put it into practice? Some people learn the Word of God like a history book instead of learning it with a mindset to apply it to our everyday lives. This is one way the Lord can help us everyday. Today, lots of people are figuring out ways to justify why they don't do some part of the Word, instead of just doing it. Then they wonder why things happen the way they do, or why decisions they made just end up in regret. You might get away with ignoring the Word in a particular area for a while, but it won't work for you forever. Today, Christians, or so-called Christians, think they don't have to tithe, serve or even attend church, and we wonder why society is so messed up. Let's get back to learning and become doers of God's Word and not hearers only.

Just a Thought,

PSS

Legacychurch.com

To censor is to suppress unacceptable parts of books, movies, etc. To censure, is to scrutinize severely, to cut or criticize harshly, which is an expression of formal disapproval. Today, the world, represented by ungodly ways and methods, is censuring the Bible. We as believers are allowing it by agreeing with the politically correct crowd. This crowd is comprised of ones that determine what we can and should say as well as what we should agree with and should not agree with. I refer to them as the “politically correct police.” To say and believe the truth, the Bible, is not politically correct because the Bible teaches right from wrong and sin versus righteousness. This group is continually removing and censoring the Bible. What is even more sad is that many people who claim to believe also believe in censoring the Scripture. As a result, the world is dictating what the church should believe. The Bible clearly teaches that lying is wrong and immorality is wrong. According to the “politically correct police”, saying these things means you are a hater or intolerant, and it is politically incorrect to tell someone you do not agree with their lifestyle. However, we need to believe the Bible, stand for the truth and stop caring about the politically correct police, the media and those who are opposed to God and to truth.

Just a Thought,

PSS

Legacychurch.com

On Monday, May 26, 2014, we remembered all of the soldiers who have served and given their lives for this nation; this day is Memorial Day. Holidays such as Memorial Day have seemed to have lost their meaning. For the vast majority of people, it is now a day that Americans get an extended weekend to go to the lake, have a picnic, or barbecue someplace to relax and enjoy ourselves. However, Memorial Day was set aside for much more than that. Memorial Day is a United States federal holiday wherein the men and women who perished while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces are to be remembered. Following the American Civil War, the day was known as Decoration Day and was created to commemorate the Union and Confederate soldiers who died during the war. During the twentieth century, Memorial Day was expanded to honor all Americans who have offered their lives while in the military service. Many families have been affected by this sacrifice; they have lost their sons, daughters, brothers, sisters, fathers and mothers. Let us relish our holiday, but let us also take a moment to remember all of those who have sacrificed their lives in service to this great nation that we call our home, America. Let us pray for those who have experienced the loss of a loved one while they were serving in the military. I am truly thankful for all of the men and women who have forfeited their lives in service for our country to preserve the freedom that we celebrate today. May God comfort the hearts and minds of the family members who bear the burden of that loss.