#TheMorningShift: Where Shift Happens

Every day will bring new trials and tribulations; however, I am so grateful that God gives us new strength to be able to handle that which he allows or ordains for our lives.

When you give to others, make sure that you are not doing it for a performance.  Know that although it may be a spectacle and good theatre for some, God is not applauding.  If you are going to do something for someone, just do it.  Don't call attention to yourself.  

In life, we are going to face persecution, opposition, and wrongdoing.  These things don't feel good; however, Matthew 5:11-12 shares with us how these things should be considered as BLESSINGS.  Please take a listen to this powerful SHIFT!

I look back over my life and see the many times that I have hesitated about doing important things.  I'm sure that you can look across your life and see where you delayed in saying I love you, praying for someone, etc.  Those hesitations happen for a reason.  What was it that made you pause? In this shift, we talk about a few things that could be the cause: overanalyzing, fear, self...

Success is USING what you are strong at to add value to the lives of other people.  In this shift, we discuss several ways to get to success.  I'll give you a snippet.  1) Maximize your strengths.  2) Minimize soul sucking activities.  3)........well, you will have to listen to hear the rest.  Happy Listening!

Thank you for tuning in to this #Shift as we discuss the ways we can make matters worse.  We all know how easy that can happen....we might even find ourselves laughing through this one.  If you can't make something better, PLEASSSEEE don't make it worse.

Maybe you get weary.  Maybe you have days or even moments of weakness.  One thing I do know is that I have and I do get weary and also experience times of weakness.  Yet, I have a promise of Strength.  It doesn't come from those whose words cannot be depended on.  It comes from someone who keeps promises.  He said that His strength is made perfect in my weakness.

When you don't keep your word, you lose credibility.  There was a time when a man's word was all that was needed to guarantee a deal.  Now contracts are a must because people just don't keep their word.  I am grateful that my God keeps His Word.  His promises are sure.  If he said it, He will surely do it! Take a listen!

Listen, if you heard Part I, you must hear Part II.  When you are happy, you are committed to your goals. You are focused.  And when you are focused, nothing can compete with that, including distractions.  Take a listen!

Happiness is really more than an emotion.  It is a state of being.  When you are "Happy", you do things different from those who are not.  Yes.  It is true.  Happy people do things differently.  Take a listen to see what sets you apart from those you know.

Today, I encourage you to focus on your desires and not your fears.  This is the key to success! Whatever happens in your day, see it as an obstacle and not the end! REFOCUS!

Even when you are on the right track, you will run into some bumps in the road, trouble will rise, and adversity will come.  Take a listen to hear some signs that you are definitely on the right track and what you should be willing to sacrifice along the way.

Emotional and mental exhaustion happens not because we are doing too much but from not getting enough rest.  I know everyone needs you and are depending on you, yet you are no good to us if you are burned out. Take some downtime.  Take a listen to hear a few warning signs that you may be on the verge of burnout!

Some of us live our lives as though we are entitled to respect, privilege, and honor.  When we have an overwhelming sense of entitlement, it is exposed in the way we treat others: the way we talk to them and the way we respond to them.  Listen to the conclusion of this two-part series and uncover the pride that may dwell within us.

Some of us live our lives as though we are entitled to respect, privilege, and honor.  When we have an overwhelming sense of entitlement, it is exposed in the way we treat others: the way we talk to them and the way we respond to them.  Listen to this two-part series and uncover the pride that may dwell within us.

As we seek to assert ourselves in life, our preparation should happen Inside Out.  Our actions are a reflection of our inward beings thus it is important to start our process of becoming there.  Find out what is always holding you back, what always drags you down, and what keeps you in a cycle.  Deal with it by allowing your life to be shaped from the INSIDE first..

Storms don't come to disrupt your life, rather to clear your path! Be encouraged as you listen to this message of faith, hope, and strength.  Your perspective on the storms that come to your life are powerful.  See it as God allows it.

Showing appreciation for the blessings you have in your life is very important.  We can have so much negative going on that we become inundated with not being appreciative.  Let this help you put things into perspective. 

To keep your conscience clear and your reputation in tact, do not recycle foolishness.  When you know that it has no probative value, don't not keep it going.  We will find ourselves in a ditch when we act foolish and/or keep foolishness going around our offices, social media sites, or conversations.  

Making mistakes can be valuable.  Don't go through your life dwelling on one mistake.  Let it make you better, help you grow and develop, and become the best you that you can be.  Making mistakes is better than faking perfection.

Impressing God is not about your possessions or your sacrifices, it's about 3 simple things. Check it out!

Today, I rebuke the rebellion in you! That "thing" that you know you are supposed to be doing but you aren't.  The longer it takes for you to obey, the more time the enemy has to disrupt your life and everything attached to you! And while you are actively or passively rebelling, don't get mad at God for not blessing what you have made up! He is not going to fund that which He has not endorsed...

Even the strong need to "break down" once in a while.  This is not the same thing as a "breakdown".  There is a vast difference.  If you consider or if others consider you as a strong person, you should really listen to this for some important instructions.

If you improve your argument, you won't have to raise your voice.  Stop going into arguments unprepared.  If you find yourself yelling every time you get into an argument, this #Shift is for you!

A Know It All is that person who you can't tell 'em nothing....cause they already know everything.  And it's sad that they know it all and do nothing.  Take a listen for two messages in one.  See where you fit in!