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the choices we make

 


The end of this week I will be back in Cuba serving with the sports ministry there, and what an honor it is to work with this incredible group of people who are seeing God to so many things.  Lives are being changed by God.


Take some time to think about our choices.  Get on your mind what God has on His and follow what He says.

 

When our choices show we are following God, the outcome is different.  Life is not perfect.  There will always be difficult things, but serving and following God will always bring us to places where we find peace and blessing.

 

Perspective is important.  Choose to act and speak based on what God says.  Think of the outcome you desire.  It might just be the difference between a tough time and a blessed time, chaos or peace.  Follow what God says.

 

Luke 14:28  NLT  

“But don’t begin until you count the cost. For who would begin construction of a building without first calculating the cost to see if there is enough money to finish it?

 

Proverbs 2:11  NLT  

Wise choices will watch over you. Understanding will keep you safe.

 

Choices are important.  Our words are important.  


Proverbs 18:21  NLT  

The tongue can bring death or life; those who love to talk will reap the consequences.

 

May our choices show that we want to give God all the glory.  Right choices bring good things to us, our families and to those we have influence over.

 

Think first.  Think before you act and speak.  It will make a difference.


Please pray for the ministry ahead over the new couple weeks while I am in Cuba, and thank you for your partnership.

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