1. Salvation - eternal life through Christ Jesus my Lord and Savior. This one truth above all gives me a reason to live, and meaning in life.
2. I know who I am because of God. Because of Who He Is, and what He has done, I take my cue from these inalienable truths.
3. I know I live in the context of relationships; foremostly, my relationship with God, from where I derive strength, nourishment for my soul and spirit; then my relationship with Jessie, my life companion, to love and serve her more than I; with my two daughters - Carissa and Rachel - to nourish their souls and mentor them for life's journey; my relationship with the people I come into contact with - my colleagues, my brothers and sisters in Christ, associates, and just about anybody who comes across my path today and this week.
4. I live conscious of many truths. These truths are summarized into just 3 great ones;
- love GOD, our Creator, Redeemer, Sustainer, great Friend
- love people
- love self
5. Loving God means my chief values are derived from God's character and what pleases Him - truth, righteousness, holiness, justice, grace and mercy. Loving people means I do unto them as I would want them to do unto me. And loving self means I am always concious of knowing where I can improve, which means I have much to learn, from anyone and anything. Therefore I must practice honesty and integrity, and humility to listen and learn from anyone.
6. I can make a positive difference in people's lives. A gesture, an expression, a word, a helping hand, can go a long way in touching someone for the better. I can choose to forgive regardless. I can choose my responses, instead of merely reacting. I can seek for the best in all. I can look for the light in every situation. I choose and decide to look for the best, think the best thoughts, speak the best words do the best deeds, today, and everyday of my life.
7. I shall continue to believe for the best, and do my best for all, and in everything.
God bless you all today, and this week.
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