A Better use of 4 letter words

A Better use of “Four” Letter Words

There is a better way to use 4 letter words. Four letter obscenities are used more and more in our society, in the movies and even in our homes. Some may even suggest using 4 letter obscenities help them find a release with stress and tension. It is a temporary relief at best. More than likely, after using these 4 letter words, the user will still have to face the same challenge, situation or circumstance; yet without a different perspective or at least from a different point of view, they can still end up frustrated or stressed out.

Today I would like to discuss 10 four letter words to help you find inner strength, and a healthy mental attitude all day long. Don’t worry if you cannot remember all ten. Remember the ones that “jump” out at you and practice those and watch God strengthen you in the inner man. Your life is a precious gift and is meant to be celebrated.

1. Look. Look squarely at the nature of your problems. Keep looking for the right solutions. Look around you for opportunities. Look for ways to improve your life in every area. Be alert, look for better ways to get some things done.
2. Face. You will never change what you will not face. Jesus had to face some things, and he is our example. Find the courage to face one thing you have been putting off and be determined to accomplish it today.
3. Life. Celebrate Your Life. Jesus came that we would have an abundant life. How are you today? What do you think about your life? Are there some areas that need improvement? Do you feel that you are wasting your life or are you being productive using all the gifts and talents that God has given to you to bring him glory? Begin thanking God that he has a “good plan” for your life and you are ready to receive it. Step back, keep believing and watch what happens.
4. Work. Nothing will so fortify you against stress as hard, constructive work. It helps you forget yourself. An idle mind is the devil’s workshop !!!
5. Time. There is a season (an appointed period) and a time (a predetermined occurrence) for all that takes place under the sun. Seeming chance events are all part of a huge plan. Timing is important. The secret to peace with God is to discover, accept and appreciate God’s perfect timing.
6. Give. Give and it shall be given. Give yourself to people. Be genuinely interested in their problems and in the process you'll overcome reluctance and weariness.

7. Help Everyone needs help at one time or another. Look for ways to help someone in need. Ask God everyday to place someone in your path that you can help. Remember help comes in many forms, it doesn’t always have to be monetary.

8. Word. Read your bible daily. The words in it are spirit and they are life.

9. Pray. Prayer connects you with spiritual power, builds up your inner strength. Men and women ought always to pray and faint not. In everything we are to give thanks. Pray without ceasing.
10 Love. It nourishes and restores you. Love is taking a phone call at three o'clock in the morning. It is going the second mile in caring for people. One way to put love into action is to take initiative in meeting a specific need for someone.

Be blessed today! God Loves You and so do I..….. Pastor Tammy