with God all things are possible

He replied, “What is impossible for people is possible with God.”

Our lives either take away from or pour in to the potential of the people we are around. This couple be the people in our home, the folks we attend church with or the peeps at work or school that we are around.

There are several ways to help people reach their potential or to realize that their faith makes things possible. How can we built life and strength in to the people around us.

By our example we help others reach farther. Do you live with gusto? Do you take risks or step in to adventure? Are you talking about and making decisions with confidence? Your life and mine ought to be an example for others.

By our devotion to God others are encouraged to get closer to God. It might be heard in our prayers or caught through the time we are seen pondering, reading or taking in the things of God. Faith is evidence of obeying and walking with God.

By our righteousness we speak volumes. I did not say self-righteousness. With humility people who choose to follow Jesus will be seen smiling, heard being positive, singing or worshipping, or serving others the people around us will be drawn toward God.

Proverbs 15:33 NLT

Fear of the Lord teaches wisdom; humility precedes honor.

May our lives help others reach their potential and experience the possibilities God offers!

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