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We must obey and cooperate with God for the fulfilling of our destiny. When we discover His purposes and His plans for our live,s and are willing to cooperate in carrying them out, we are on our way to seeing our destiny fulfilled in Him.
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Many people will agree that they are stressed out much of the time, but few will admit that their busy life and schedule could be causing it. Let’s face it much of our stress is due to our busy schedules and always being on the run.
All Stressed Up And Nowhere To Blow…
I thought since we were a couple of days from filing our income tax, as well as headed into summer, that we might spend some time talking about the great American pastime. I am not talking about baseball, football or even that great American sport basketball.
The Top 10 List for Handling Criticism…
1. See it as a stepping-stone.
As Jim Rohn always said, “The only way to get more in life is to become more.” We all experience criticism. The more we achieve, the more we get. Take a positive view of criticism and allow it to take you to the next level.
2. Recognize the potential of truth.
There is either at least a hint of truth or the potential of truth in every criticism. If you haven’t done what you are being criticized for, at least take it as a warning sign. Be honest with yourself and recognize that you do possess the potential to do whatever you are being criticized for.
3. Separate the critic from the criticism.
A major key in making the criticism profitable is “don’t lend credibility to the critic.” We often think in an “all or nothing” structure. It doesn’t mean that the critic is credible or well intentioned. Chances are, they are not well intentioned. However, don’t go through the pain without determining to get the gain.
4. Recognize the opportunity for major personal growth.
Feeling Groovy…
Simon and Garfunkel said it best in the song Feelin’ Groovy.
Slow down, you move too fast.
You got to make the morning last.
Just kicking down the cobble stones.
Looking for fun and feelin’ groovy.
I was once told if you wanted to get a crowd in church preach a series on sex, busyness or the end times.
Hakuna Matata…No Worries
Do you remember the Lion King? Hakuna Matata! Remember the lyrics? What a wonderful phrase, Hakuna Matata! Ain’t no passing craze. It means no worries for the rest of your days. It’s our problem-free philosophy, Hakuna Matata!
Do you remember the Bobby McFerrin song “Don’t Worry, Be Happy”? When it hit the top of the charts, it was criticized as being too simplistic and naive. But it expresses some very important sentiments.
Ron Corzine
Better known as Son of a Preacher, Ron started the first Christian Fellowship Church in Harlingen, Texas in 1982 and presently serves as a counselor, consultant and apostolic overseer to multiple churches and ministries. He travels nationally and internationally motivating and challenging people to be effective in their call and ministry to their local church, their community, and the marketplace.
Ron and his wife Anne were married in 1968. They have three children, seven grandchildren and presently reside in San Antonio, Texas.
Ron is the founder and president of Christian Fellowship International. Click to email Ron.
Ron blogs regularly at a site called The Back Porch
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Philip Corzine
Philip serves Christian Fellowship International by helping oversee the network of CFI churches, as well as pastoring Christian Fellowship Church McAllen, Texas. He graduated from Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas in 1991, and then served in the Army for three years. Philip is a very gifted musician, worship leader and communicator of the Word. He and his wife Trish have two daughters, Lauren and Lenzy. Click to email Philip.
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by Ron Corzine
'Living and Sharing the Good Life'
