 The holiday might not look the way it did when we were kids, but it is still important to pause and be grateful. Be grateful for what you have, not worried about what you don’t have. It is a day to stop and thank God for watching over us. We might not have everything we want at this moment, but He has a bigger plan. He wants us to prosper. Faith the size of a mustard seed is all we need. Do not put your faith in your job or in what the world can offer. Put it in Him.
To go deeper, I look at where I was a decade ago. I was broken. He put me back together and did what needed to be done. I am thankful to be alive. Without Him, I would not be where I am today. I used to see situations as something bad, but now I see them as obstacles to overcome. I am grateful for my family and for the technology that allows me to see them even when we are far apart. I am thankful that God brought her into my life and multiplied it in every way. Yes, that includes our children, but it is also true in a deeper, more spiritual sense. She lifts me up, brings me closer to God, keeps me balanced, and is honest with me when I am wrong. The legacy of having two children means everything to me. They will carry forward the lessons we teach them and one day share them with their own families. Before I had kids, life was centered around me. Now that they are here, everything I do is for them. I want to stay strong and be the best version of myself, not just for my own sake but to show them that anything is possible. I want everyone who meets me to feel the goodness that comes through me. It is not just me trying to do good. It is Him working through me. Now I know it was never just me. It was always Him. What are you thankful for?
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On our own, we can feel small, sometimes even insignificant. People may overlook us or underestimate what we’re capable of. But with God, that smallness transforms into something huge, powerful, and formidable. You were created with purpose. Start acting like it, walking like it, and feeling like it. The enemy will whisper lies: “You’re not good enough.” “You’ll never be able to do this or that.” But you don’t have to accept any of it. Declare victory in Jesus’ name before you see it. That’s what faith is. It is believing in what has not yet appeared. And Scripture tells us that all we need is faith the size of a mustard seed. So take that first leap. Seek your purpose. Look inward with honesty and intention to uncover the gifts God has already placed within you. They’re there waiting to be discovered, sharpened, and fulfilled. And remember: He is the beginning and the end. With Him, nothing about you is small.   Difficult experiences, like personal loss, fear, or physical challenges, are often necessary to foster change and lead to personal development.
It is in the pursuit of comfort that we become soft, weak, and lose our fire. I started my journey after my TBI, it was one foot in front of the other. Everyone was so worried about me falling on my face. But as I learned, falling on my face is how you start. It is the journey; it is the growth. Just keep going. One foot in front of the other is how you get to the next place or destination. Falling on your face may worry others, but it is good to know that you can get up and go again. It may take a couple times of falling on your face to realize that is part of the process. It's not just that you need to prove it to yourself but others need to see and take note. I’m not done, folks. He pushes us to Get Back Up.  The outcome may be the destination, however the journey builds character, wisdom, and insight. We often set our eyes on the destination, which people can call the goal, the milestone, the finish line. But it’s the path we take to get there that truly defines us. Every challenge, every setback, and every small victory along the way shapes who we are becoming. The destination gives us direction, but it’s the journey that builds our strength, our wisdom, and our character. In the end, it’s not just about where we arrive. It is about how we grow as we make our way there. Going through the journey can tell you a lot about WHO YOU ARE.
There may be a voice in your head, but you aren't sure who it is. You knew it wasn't your voice. You had already confirmed to yourself it was time to give up. "Keep going," the voice said. It wouldn't let up. It was God speaking in a soft voice in your head. A reminder He loves you, and anything can be done with Him. You see during the journey, even in times of challenge, He is still cheering you on and seeing the end. Congratulations from Him when you reach that goal. You see, He is your biggest cheerleader. He does not want to see any of his children fall. Just remember that faith is unseen but always there. Amen! Money literacy teaches you how to use money to serve you. Remember He gives you 100% of what is yours so giving him a portion is only fair. It was never ours to begin with. The bible is our guide to life, therefore our guide to financial literacy tips. Some of the messages you can pull from the Bible are:
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