Captain Edward A. Murphy is quoted as saying, "Anything that can go wrong, will." We call this statement Murphy's Law, which is a good one. I think the biggest thing about Murphy's Law is to make us aware of all the possible things that could go wrong so that we can try to prevent them. However, even when we do our best, things still go wrong.
I had one of those weeks last week that it seemed that I couldn't get out of my own way. Every time I turned around, I was in the midst of some other mess up and having to back up and regroup; it happened time and again last week. I am grateful that I didn't take anyone else down with me.
While all this was going on, it seemed that I was chasing my tail trying to catch up and fix things. I was running around like a lost mongoose and accomplishing NOTHING. Then, it occurred to me that what I really need to do was pray. So, I start praying about the situation...
Today's word is an old quote from Allen E. Vartlett, which says, "Seven days without prayer makes one weak."
The less time we spend in prayer, the more time we seem to spend trying to make things work. Look, I am a man in every sense of the word. When things aren't working the way I think they should, I am going to do everything I can to fix it. What I really need to do, however, is spend some time praying about it first. I bet if I follow my own advice and pray about things first, I will find that Captain Murphy may have been correct but GOD can make everything right.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Monday, August 19, 2013
Tuesday, August 13, 2013
Holding On
Well, once again, it has been a few days. And, once again, I have been rather busy. I have noticed that the busier I get, the busier I get. However, I will eventually figure out the rhythm and get into the groove again. In the mean time, allow me to say that I am still working on being more usable to GOD.
I have had the opportunity lately to discuss how we hold onto things with a couple of folks. We seem to have the tendency to hold onto things that we cannot do anything about. I think we would all agree that we would all be better off and more fulfilled if we would just let go of those things that we can't change and are pulling us down.
Today's word is a quote from T. D. Jakes, which says, "We cannot embrace GOD'S forgiveness if we are so busy clinging to past wounds and nursing old grudges."
I realize that Mary Better-than-thou did something to you twenty-five years ago that you cannot get over. Ain't nobody blaming you for not forgiving Mary. BUT, you are never going to experience true forgiveness until you learn to forgive. Yes, it is easier said than done but it is still an absolute necessity.
Yes, Dean Did-it-again did you wrong, and you should never allow him to do you wrong again. But, don't allow Dean to continue stealing your joy and your sunshine. The only way you will ever get over past hurts is to forgive and move on; it is only then that we can experience true forgiveness and peace.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
I have had the opportunity lately to discuss how we hold onto things with a couple of folks. We seem to have the tendency to hold onto things that we cannot do anything about. I think we would all agree that we would all be better off and more fulfilled if we would just let go of those things that we can't change and are pulling us down.
Today's word is a quote from T. D. Jakes, which says, "We cannot embrace GOD'S forgiveness if we are so busy clinging to past wounds and nursing old grudges."
I realize that Mary Better-than-thou did something to you twenty-five years ago that you cannot get over. Ain't nobody blaming you for not forgiving Mary. BUT, you are never going to experience true forgiveness until you learn to forgive. Yes, it is easier said than done but it is still an absolute necessity.
Yes, Dean Did-it-again did you wrong, and you should never allow him to do you wrong again. But, don't allow Dean to continue stealing your joy and your sunshine. The only way you will ever get over past hurts is to forgive and move on; it is only then that we can experience true forgiveness and peace.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Wednesday, August 7, 2013
That might be a slight exaggeration
I have been having a little trouble lately believing folks. Mainly because you can't believe what they say. We all have the folks that you know when they are lying - their lips are moving. Lately, though, it seems that I am surrounded by folks who will fabricate an exaggeration about most anything. I mean anything...
I often wonder if they are doing this to make themselves feel better or look better or seem better. It doesn't work that way but I wonder. For me, it just makes them look like someone that has a problem telling the truth. Now, we all like to embellish a little here and there. Most of my stories would be pretty bland if I didn't spice them up a little. But, some folks will take great liberties in the amount of exaggeration. It stops being embellishment and starts becoming embarrassment.
Today's word is a quote form Josh Billings, which says, "There are some people so addicted to exaggeration that they can't tell the truth without lying."
Look, there is nothing wrong with making a story a little more exciting. But, when things are bad, you don't have to try to make them worse. When they are really bad, don't make them catastrophic. If you do, when they really are catastrophic, who is going to believe you? That's all I am trying to say...
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
I often wonder if they are doing this to make themselves feel better or look better or seem better. It doesn't work that way but I wonder. For me, it just makes them look like someone that has a problem telling the truth. Now, we all like to embellish a little here and there. Most of my stories would be pretty bland if I didn't spice them up a little. But, some folks will take great liberties in the amount of exaggeration. It stops being embellishment and starts becoming embarrassment.
Today's word is a quote form Josh Billings, which says, "There are some people so addicted to exaggeration that they can't tell the truth without lying."
Look, there is nothing wrong with making a story a little more exciting. But, when things are bad, you don't have to try to make them worse. When they are really bad, don't make them catastrophic. If you do, when they really are catastrophic, who is going to believe you? That's all I am trying to say...
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Thursday, August 1, 2013
There's so much to worry about
All you have to do is turn on any news channel to find that there are plenty of things to worry about. Or, you can just watch any kind of daytime talk and see that there are plenty of things to worry about. Well, that's what folks want you to think.
We try not to watch too much news around the house because all they want to do is tell you the bad things. I am not naive enough to believe that everything is good, it most certainly is not, but, I also believe there are some good things in this world. As a matter of fact, I have seen folks doing really nice things for others just today. Yet, there seems to be such a drive to bring others down.
Today's word is Proverbs 12:25, NIV, which reads, "Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up."
There enough bad stuff going on in this world. And, there are folks that are going through things that we will never know about. Plus, we should be nicer to folks than we should have to be. It is amazing how much a kind word can ease a troubled mind and aching heart.
Next time you hear someone trying to bring everyone down, offer up a kind word. You might just be surprised how much your words can change someone's day. Oh, by the way, stay away from daytime talk - the only kind word on any of those shows is, "Goodbye".
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
We try not to watch too much news around the house because all they want to do is tell you the bad things. I am not naive enough to believe that everything is good, it most certainly is not, but, I also believe there are some good things in this world. As a matter of fact, I have seen folks doing really nice things for others just today. Yet, there seems to be such a drive to bring others down.
Today's word is Proverbs 12:25, NIV, which reads, "Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up."
There enough bad stuff going on in this world. And, there are folks that are going through things that we will never know about. Plus, we should be nicer to folks than we should have to be. It is amazing how much a kind word can ease a troubled mind and aching heart.
Next time you hear someone trying to bring everyone down, offer up a kind word. You might just be surprised how much your words can change someone's day. Oh, by the way, stay away from daytime talk - the only kind word on any of those shows is, "Goodbye".
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Wednesday, July 31, 2013
Be Wise
It has been a few days since posting. I would like to say that I have been very busy, which I have, but I have had a really hard time finding time to sit and type on the computer. Well, I am on the computer, just not updating this blog, which is one of my favorite things to do. With that being said, it has been a few days but we are updating today.
I have shared with you before that I try to remain silent a lot of times but I just have an uncanny ability to say whatever is on my mind. While this has played to my benefit at times, it has also been a detriment. I have said some things that I wish I had never said. However, once they are said, you can't take it back.
Today's word is a quote from Sam Levenson that says, "It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and, then, don't say it."
There is no doubt that I have a lot of stupid things to say. As a matter of fact, I say them. I am sure there are times that others have stood there and though, "That guy is stupid." Well, I have you know that my parents may have raised an ugly child, but I am not stupid. Although, I can really say some stupid things, which seems to contradict what I just said.
The point is that we can all do ourselves a world of good if we would work harder at not saying some of the stupid things we say. It might keep us out of trouble. It will definitely make us a little wiser - not saying everything that comes to mind. I am going to work on being wiser, which might just mean being quieter.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
I have shared with you before that I try to remain silent a lot of times but I just have an uncanny ability to say whatever is on my mind. While this has played to my benefit at times, it has also been a detriment. I have said some things that I wish I had never said. However, once they are said, you can't take it back.
Today's word is a quote from Sam Levenson that says, "It's so simple to be wise. Just think of something stupid to say and, then, don't say it."
There is no doubt that I have a lot of stupid things to say. As a matter of fact, I say them. I am sure there are times that others have stood there and though, "That guy is stupid." Well, I have you know that my parents may have raised an ugly child, but I am not stupid. Although, I can really say some stupid things, which seems to contradict what I just said.
The point is that we can all do ourselves a world of good if we would work harder at not saying some of the stupid things we say. It might keep us out of trouble. It will definitely make us a little wiser - not saying everything that comes to mind. I am going to work on being wiser, which might just mean being quieter.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Thursday, July 25, 2013
That was Easy
Ever had difficulty making decisions? I have had times when I have prayed and prayed, discussed, questioned, reasoned, rolled the dice, used the eight ball and nothing seemed to give the answer. It seemed that this would go on for days, with no answer.
There have been other times that as soon as the situation presented itself, I knew the answer. I would pray and ask and question and the answer was the answer. It is during these times that I wonder what the difference is. Why are some answers plain as day and others as difficult as putting pants on an octopus?
Today's word is a quote from Albert Einstein, which says, "When the solution is simple, GOD is answering." To which I add, "Don't make it harder than it has to be."
I have racked my poor little pint-sized brain trying to find a solution to something, and the answer just wouldn't seem to come. Then, there have been other times when the solution seemed to me to come too easily. However, it is in those times that GOD is really trying to tell me and show me something. All I have to do is listen and do...
If you are having a hard time making a decision, join the club. If the solution comes quickly, give thanks - GOD is answering.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
There have been other times that as soon as the situation presented itself, I knew the answer. I would pray and ask and question and the answer was the answer. It is during these times that I wonder what the difference is. Why are some answers plain as day and others as difficult as putting pants on an octopus?
Today's word is a quote from Albert Einstein, which says, "When the solution is simple, GOD is answering." To which I add, "Don't make it harder than it has to be."
I have racked my poor little pint-sized brain trying to find a solution to something, and the answer just wouldn't seem to come. Then, there have been other times when the solution seemed to me to come too easily. However, it is in those times that GOD is really trying to tell me and show me something. All I have to do is listen and do...
If you are having a hard time making a decision, join the club. If the solution comes quickly, give thanks - GOD is answering.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
Wednesday, July 24, 2013
Judge Mike
Man, there are few things I like better than to sit and pass judgement on others. Oh, I am good at it! I can usually just look at someone and tell what they are, what they think, what they believe. Can't you?
You may not want to admit it but we are all so guilty of passing judgement. I mean, if GOD really wanted to fix things, all He would have to do is put a couple of us in charge. Now, I am going to say that sin is sin and we need to acknowledge and instruct others about sin and its punishment. But, we can't seem to stop there, we have to judge.
Today's word is a thought that says, "We are called to be witnesses, not lawyers and judges."
Our duty is to tell others about JESUS CHRIST. We are to share what He has done for us, what He means to us, what He is going to do for us, where He is going to take us. We aren't to condemn others and/or pass judgement on others. Yes, by all means, tell others that sin will lead them down roads they don't want to go, and, eventually to HELL. But, other than witnessing the events, we have not authority to condemn or pass judgement.
Yes, I do like to judge. Yes, I do like to point out everybody else's faults. But, I am going to work on witnessing and leaving the judgement to the One it belongs to.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
You may not want to admit it but we are all so guilty of passing judgement. I mean, if GOD really wanted to fix things, all He would have to do is put a couple of us in charge. Now, I am going to say that sin is sin and we need to acknowledge and instruct others about sin and its punishment. But, we can't seem to stop there, we have to judge.
Today's word is a thought that says, "We are called to be witnesses, not lawyers and judges."
Our duty is to tell others about JESUS CHRIST. We are to share what He has done for us, what He means to us, what He is going to do for us, where He is going to take us. We aren't to condemn others and/or pass judgement on others. Yes, by all means, tell others that sin will lead them down roads they don't want to go, and, eventually to HELL. But, other than witnessing the events, we have not authority to condemn or pass judgement.
Yes, I do like to judge. Yes, I do like to point out everybody else's faults. But, I am going to work on witnessing and leaving the judgement to the One it belongs to.
Be Blessed,
Mickey T
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