A Cure For Worry; Faith

Such a time as today when around every corner appears fear and worry, what can someone do? The question coming through loudly is; how can I overcome this issue of fear and worry? Then you hear the self-blame of what did I do wrong? In a country so rich in resources it is shocking to see where we stand today, the feeling of being totally lost and abandoned as we watch the “Big Guys” get all the help they can yell or whine for. I am sharing today ways to approach these very real feelings and emotions so that you can live a healthy life.

These feelings and emotions are very real and sometimes can even paralyze it’s victim. The incredible news is we can move through all this and step into an empowered place in our own life, if we so choose to do so. It is time we step up and grasp a hold of truth and move forward. The first step to moving forward is to realize you do not own the crisis, you did not create this crisis and this crisis will not control you unless you allow it to. I know these are pretty bold statements to make today, however I ask you one valid question; Can YOU change what is happening in the economy? The answer is NO! So therefore it is time to stand up, dust off the dirt and move forward. This is not an easy task to achieve as many of you have lost homes, jobs, family and more.

The second step to moving forward is to monitor what you are taking into your mind. What do you watch every day? What do you read every day? If all you do is read the news, watch the news then all you have is the news. As we all know the news can not find anything good to report on, which is amazing because I know there are great things happening in our communities as people step up to help each other out. What type of music do you listen to…what are the lyrics? What movies do you watch…what is their content? What are you reading? I challenge you today to write all this down and evaluate how this is affecting what happens in your mind and your feelings/emotions. Is it a positive energy or is the life being sucked out of you? Get real with yourself and explore how you might change what is being created in your environment.

The third and most important step to moving forward is finding peace and spirituality for yourself. Let me define what I mean by spirituality since there are many meanings it seems today. By spirituality I am speaking of a relationship with God the Father, the God of the Bible. Many ask why some of us Christians are so calm as so much happens to us, around us how can you be at peace? Let me tell you once you experience the peace of God you can go through anything that He allows to build your character and help others because of your experience and compassion. The scripture I would love to leave you today is from the gospel of Matthew, a promise of God’s provision for His children.

"So I tell you, don't worry about everyday life--whether you have enough food, drink, and clothes. Doesn't life consist of more than food and clothing? Look at the birds. They don't need to plant or harvest or put food in barns because your heavenly Father feeds them. And you are far more valuable to him than they are. Can all your worries add a single moment to your life? Of course not.
And why worry about your clothes? Look at the lilies and how they grow. They don't work or make their clothing, yet Solomon in all his glory was not dressed as beautifully as they are. And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and gone tomorrow, won't he more surely care for you? You have so little faith! "So don't worry about having enough food or drink or clothing. Why be like the pagans who are so deeply concerned about these things? Your heavenly Father already knows all your needs, and he will give you all you need from day to day if you live for him and make the Kingdom of God your primary concern. So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.”
Matthew 6:25-34 NLT

Let me leave this thought with you today, we have a God that loves us more than we can imagine who sent His only Son to take our place so that we may have eternal life with Him. A God that proclaims He will provide for us and all He asks is that we believe and have faith in Him, believe His words and accept Him in our hearts. We do not have to work to have the relationship and there are not many roads to God. Jesus told him, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through me” John 14:6. He may not answer when we expect it however; I am here to say He answers in His perfect time which is amazing. I am a living proof of this today!

I Can Only Imagine...

I sat here today looking at the amazing beauty out my back door, the trees, the birds and so much more wondering how we got here. How did we get to a place where each day is filled with so much stress, fear and doubt of the unknown? Did we unconsciously choose our destination; did we knowingly choose where we are? Then one must ask do I want to stay in this place of stress, fear and doubt?

Then I came inside and picked up a popular woman’s magazine to flip through it relaxing and letting my mind go, when all I saw was ad after as telling me I am not enough. They told the reader I am not thin enough, pretty enough and on and on. Is this just adding to my stress, fear and doubt issues already clouding my mind?

Okay I figured I’d turn on a family oriented satellite channel to watch a popular family series showing real life families and their issues they deal with each of the 5 children. That was all fine until the commercials came on and they began to yell at me, since we know they turn up the volume on commercials to get your attention, again about how I am not enough.

I can only imagine a day when we turn on the television, watch a movie, read a magazine and so on we are find our selves being encouraged, built-up, edified and made to feel special. Why do we subject ourselves to this madness? Why do we allow this into our life? Are we searching for something of value in our life so desperately that we will turn anywhere to find it?

We need to stop the madness and find the things that will build us up verses tear us down. I believe we need to consciously choose what is good and right for each of us to grow and stop settling for what we are told we are to be. The amazing part of our journey called life is that we are equipped with everything we need to do what we desire to do. Just like the acorn that has everything in it to become an oak tree with the proper care, watering, nourishment and time. We must choose what we desire to focus on and nurture our mind and body, feed and allow yourself time to grow and become that mighty oak.

I can only imagine a day when none of this here on earth matters, a time when there will be peace instead of fear, joy instead of stress and doubt no longer is an issue in our minds. This day is coming and I can only imagine and wait with anticipation; however, while I must address what is real here and now I am standing up to say no more madness! Will you join me in this amazing stand to empower your life?

Finding Joy Today...

Finding Joy Today…

It was amazing last night we went to a meeting for one of the colleges I teach at and as we drove through some of the local neighborhoods it was amazing to see so many dark homes. So many that have bought into the medias mind-set sending them into a depression. What is amazing is if we ignore the negative garbage in the media and begin to be thankful for where we are today. Many have lost homes, jobs and more and yet there is still Joy and Hope in their life. How is this? This is about a choice to move on, so what if you can’t put hundreds of dollars of gifts under a Christmas tree and give the kids everything they say I want to because the TV commercials have said you have to have this to be cool. What if this year it is a day of celebrating family, those in our lives and the blessings we have today. There is always something to be grateful for…no matter how small.

Our Christmas this year will have no gifts, only a meal with family and friends and great conversations. We have hung our lights, decorated the tree and have chosen to celebrate where we are at…So the question is where do you find your Joy today?

Are you willing to join me in celebrating where you are at?

Robin Hardy-Keeping Joy in Troubling Times

Keeping Joy in Troubling Times Knowing your peace and hope comes from Jesus. What an exciting time we are in today! Many would say that statement is crazy talk however, perhaps their hope is in their home, job or bank account. If there is one thing I have learned in the past few months is those things are not always there, they are not constant and they offer no hope or peace but for a moment. So where are we to find that hope and peace in today? We know the Word tells us that God is the same yesterday, today and tomorrow so my hope and peace really should be in Him that is constant and unchanging. The other lesson I have learned is how do I act or react to the trials of 2008? Beautiful Diva's what I do know is the world is watching us and saying where is this God you believe in, look at you miserable and depressed, what God? When that became a reality in my mind, you know that light bulb moment I realized what I know in my heart had better be played out in my actions. My joy, peace and hope is not in my home, bank account or job it is truly 100% in my precious Father in heaven. Sometimes life throws us lemons and all seems bitter, however if we stir in a little Jesus into the juice it becomes a sweet refreshing beverage that nourishes our souls and calms our hearts. This is a time dear sisters that we need to cling to our Heavenly Father with all our strength, lean on Him and share the joy of the knowledge we will be alright under the wings of the Father in heaven. Will you join me today in the refreashing of our minds, renewing of our hearts and rejoice in the hope we have? If you do not know about this hope please let us know I would love to share my Jesus with anyone desiring a true hope and peace in todays kaos. Be blessed in your decisions to move forward and be a light in a dark world so that others will want what you have! Robin HardyCertified Empowered Options Coach & Inspirational SpeakerTo book Robin to speak at your church or event contact her at:www.RobinHardy.net Robin@RobinHardy.net