IF AT FIRST YOU DON’T SUCCEED…
Beethoven’s music teacher once told him that he was hopeless as a composer.
Charles Darwin’s father told him he would amount to nothing and would be a disgrace to himself and his family.
Walt Disney was fired by the editor of a newspaper because he, had “no good ideas”.
When Thomas Edison was a boy, his teacher told him he was too stupid to learn anything. Edison is considered one of the most prolific investors in history, holding 1,093 U.S. patents in his name.
Einstein was 4 years-old before he spoke. He spoke haltingly until 9 years of age. He was advised to drop out of high school. And his teachers told him he would never amount to much.
Henry Ford’s first two automobile businesses failed.
Michael Jordan, the best NBA player ever, was cut from his high school basketball team.
Ray Kroc failed as a real estate salesperson before discovering the McDonald’s idea. He was the mastermind behind the worldwide McDonald’s fast food franchise. He bought the fledgling restaurant chain in 1995 and grew it into the largest, most influential fast food chain in the world.
Akio Morita and Masaru Ibuka sold only 100 of automatic rice cooker which burned the rice. Later, they built a cheap tape recorder for Japanese schools. This was the foundation of Sony Corporation.
Isaac Newton failed at running the family farm and did poorly in school.
Steven Spielberg dropped out of high school in his sophomore year. He was persuaded to come back and placed in a disabled learning class.
New Mental Diet
By: Brian Tracy
One of the most powerful personal programming activities you can engage in is positive self-talk. Be your own cheerleader and talk to yourself positively all of the time.
Think About Your Dreams
As it happens, the average person talks to himself in a negative way. As much as 94 percent of your inner dialogue tends to be about the things you fear, your worries, the people you’re angry at, your problems, your concerns and so on. You have to consciously keep your words, your inner dialogue, consistent with what you wish to accomplish.
The Most Powerful Antidote
Psychologists have proven that the words, “I can do it,” are the antidote to the fear of failure that often holds you back from trying. Repeat these words over and over to yourself whenever you feel fearful or doubtful about anything that you want to attempt. Say very enthusiastically to yourself, “I can do it, I can do it, I can do it!” When you start saying, “I can do it, I can do it,” you drive that message deep into your subconscious mind. This message lowers your fears and builds your self-confidence.
Feed Your Mind Continually
Feed your mind from morning to night with words, pictures, information and ideas consistent with your goals for financial success. Develop the habit of thinking positively and confidently about wealth accumulation. Read stories, books and articles about other successful people. Think about how you could be like them. Visualize yourself, imagine, fantasize, and pretend in your mind that you are like the kind of people that you admire and respect and want to be like.
A LEADER!
"A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves." - Lao Tzu
"Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them." - John C. Maxwell
"Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and in actions." - Harold S. Geneen
"The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but without folly." - Jim Rohn
"Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other." - John Fitzgerald Kennedy
"The day soldiers stop bringing you their problems is the day you have stopped leading them. They have either lost confidence that you can help them or concluded that you do not care. Either case is a failure of leadership." - Colin Powell
"The leaders who work most effectively, it seems to me, never say ‘I'. And that's not because they have trained themselves not to say ‘I'. They don't think ‘I'. They think ‘we'; they think ‘team'. They understand their job to be to make the team function. They accept responsibility and don't sidestep it, but ‘we' gets the credit.... This is what creates trust, what enables you to get the task done." - Peter F. Drucker
"Nothing so conclusively proves a man's ability to lead others as what he does from day to day to lead himself." - Thomas J. Watson Sr.
"He that cannot obey, cannot command." - Benjamin Franklin
"Leaders aren't born, they are made. And they are made just like anything else, through hard work. And that's the price we'll have to pay to achieve that goal, or any goal." - Vince Lombardi
"Leadership is action, not position." - Donald H. McGannon
"Leadership: The art of getting someone else to do something you want done because he wants to do it." - Dwight D. Eisenhower
"There go the people. I must follow them for I am their leader." - Alexandre Ledru-Rollin
"A great person attracts great people and knows how to hold them together." - Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
"A leader is a dealer in hope." - Napoleon Bonaparte
"Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity." - George Patton
"Leadership does not always wear the harness of compromise." - Woodrow Wilson
"What you cannot enforce, do not command." - Sophocles
"I suppose leadership at one time meant muscles; but today it means getting along with people." - Mohandas Gandhi
"It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership." - Nelson Mandela
"A good objective of leadership is to help those who are doing poorly to do well and to help those who are doing well to do even better." - Jim Rohn
"The supreme quality for leadership is unquestionably integrity. Without it, no real success is possible, no matter whether it is on a section gang, a football field, in an army, or in an office." - Dwight D. Eisenhower
"Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality." - Warren G. Bennis
"Example is leadership." - Albert Schweitzer
"Good leadership consists of showing average people how to do the work of superior people." - John D. Rockefeller
"A sense of humor is part of the art of leadership, of getting along with people, of getting things done" - Dwight D. Eisenhower
"The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority." - Kenneth Blanchard
"My father had a simple test that helps me measure my own leadership quotient: When you are out of the office he once asked me, does you staff carry on remarkable well without you?" - Martha Peak
"The best leader is the one who has sense enough to pick good men to do what he wants done, and the self-restraint to keep from meddling with them while they do it." -Theodore Roosevelt
TAKE TIME
1. Take time to think
It is the source of power
2. Take time to read
It is the foundation of wisdom
3. Take time to play
It is the secrete of staying young
4. Take time to be quiet
It is the opportunity to seek God
5. Take time to be aware
It is the opportunity to help others
6. Take time to love & be loved
It is God’s greatest gift
7. Take time to laugh
It is the music of the soul
8. Take time to be friendly
It is the road to happiness
9. Take time to dream
It is what the future is made of
10. Take time to pray
It is the greatest power on earth….
There is time for everything on earth (Eccl.3:1).
THREE (3) THINGS
Three things in life that, once gone, never come back –
1. Time
2. Words
3. Opportunity
Three things in life that can destroy a person –
1. Anger
2. Pride
3. Unforgiveness
Three things in life that you should never lose –
1. Hope
2. Peace
3. Honesty
Three things in life that are most valuable –
1. Love
2. Family & Friends
3. Kindness
Three things in life that are never certain –
1. Fortune
2. Success
3. Dreams
Three things that make a person –
1. Commitment
2. Sincerity
3. Hard work
Three things that are truly constant –
Father – Son – Holy Spirit.
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure
We ask our self, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented, and fabulous?
Actually, who am I not to be?
We were born to make manifest the glory of God that is within us
And as we let our own light shine, we unconsciously give other people the Permission to do the same.
(THAT I AM NOT SUPPOSE TO BE AFRAID OF ANYBODY, BUT AFRAID OF MYSELF)
GOD’S PLAN FOR THE FAMILY
Duties of the WIFE to her Husband
1. BE SUBMISSIVE TO YOUR HUSBAND AS ALSO GOD. 1PET.3:5-6
2. GIVE HONOUR TO YOUR HUBAND WITH THE FEAR OF THE LORD, FOR THE HUSBAND IS THE HEAD OF THE WIFE. 1PET.3:1-6
3. TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY AND YOUR CLOTHES SO AS TO WIN YOUR HUSBAND’S LOVE ALL THE TIME. SONG OF SOLOMON 4:7, 1 TIM. 4:6
4. GIVE YOURSELF TO HOSPITALITY SO AS TO RECEIVE GOD’S BLESSINGS AT ALL TIMES. 1TIM. 3:2, ROM. 12:13
5. DO NOT DENY YOUR HUSBAND HIS RIGHT, GIVE YOURSELF TO HIM ANYTIME HE REQUESTS FOR LOVE EXCEPT THERE IS A COGENT REASON OTHERWISE. 1COR.7:4-5
6. PREPARE YOUR HUSBAND’S FAVOURITE FOOD ALL THE TIME. GEN. 27:9-10
7. BE CAREFUL OF THIS WORLD FASHION; LET YOUR MODERATION BE SCRIPTURAL. 1PET. 3:3-4
8. LOVE YOUR MOTHER AND FATHER IN-LAW AND YOUR HUSBAND’S WORK/JOB. HEB.13:1
9. KNOW THAT YOUR HUSBAND IS A MAN AND NOT AN ANGEL, DON’T EMPHASIZE HIS FAULTS RATHER APPRECIATE HIS WORTH. GAL. 6:2
10. YOU AND YOUR HUSBAND ARE ONE FLESH DON’T ALLOW LOVE OF MONEY TO SEPARATE YOU. GEN.2:24:25
11. DON’T GIVE YOURSELF TO WRONG TEACHINGS/DOCTRINES COUNSELS OF FALSE PROPHETS OR FAULTS TO YOUR HUSBAND IN YOUR HOME. ROM.16:17
12. DO UNTO YOUR HUSBAND AS YOU EXPECT HIM TO DO TO YOU. LK.6:13
13. YOUR HUSBAND MATTERS IS IMPORTANT TO YOU MORE THAN YOUR PARENTS, THEREFORE LOVE HIM MORE THAN YOUR PARENTS. PS.45:10
14. LOVE YOUR HUSBAND MORE THAN YOUR CHILDREN AND FRIENDS. GEN.2:24
15. DON’T THINK OF PACKING TO YOUR PARENTS BECAUSE OF MISUNDERSTANDING, DON’T GIVE ROOM TO THE DEVIL; YOUR MATRIMONIAL HOME IS YOURS FOREVER. EPH.4:27
16. HAVE DIALOGUE AND COUNSEL WITH YOUR HUSBAND ON THE HOME, CHILDREN, YOUR WORK AND PROGRESS, WIFE’S COUNSEL ARE NECESSARY. COL.3:16
17. DON’T COMPLAIN ABOUT YOUR HUSBAND IN PUBLIC; INFORM HIM IF YOU ARE OFFENDED. EPH.4:29, MAT.18:15-16
18. DON’T ALLOW A STRANGE MAN IN YOUR LIFE, THIS IS ADULTERY BEFORE GOD.GEN.2:24, REV.22:15
19. COMPARE NOT YOUR HUSBAND WITH OTHERS IN YOUR COMMUNITY, YOUR HUSBAND IS DIFFERENT FROM OTHERS. PROV.25:8-10
20. DON’T PROVOKE YOUR HUSBAND FOR THE CHURCH SHOULDN’T PROVOKE CHRIST. COL.3:8, JAMES.1:21
21. BUY AND PRESENT YOUR HUSBAND WITH GIFTS SELDOMLY. MATT.9:13
22. ALWAYS WASH YOUR HUSBAND’S CLOTH TO AVOID HIM BEING DIRTY. 1COR.7:32-33
23. ALWAYS PRAY AND STUDY THE BIBLE WITH YOUR HUSBAND AT HOME. COL.3:16, MATT.18:20
24. ALWAYS CARE FOR YOUR HUSBAND IN THE TIME OF SICKNESS; UNDERSTAND HIM WHEN IN NEED OR IN PROBLEM. COL.3:13
25 HAVE A FORGIVEN SPIRIT TO YOUR HUSBAND, DON’T REPORT HIM TO ANY OTHER PERSON SEEK FOR COUNSEL FROM YOUR PASTOR. PROV.15:22; 11:14
Duties of the HUSBAND to his Wife
1. LOVE YOUR WIFE AS YOURSELF ALWAYS. EPH. 5:25
2. YOUR WIFE IS THE CLOSEST PERSON TO YOU, MORE IMPORTANT THAN YOUR CHILDREN AND FRIENDS. GEN. 2:24
3. YOUR WIFE IS NOT A SLAVE DON’T BEAT HER. COL. 3:19
4. DO NOT TALK BLASPHEMING OR ABUSE YOUR WIFE. MAT 18:15-16
5. TAKE CARE OF YOUR WIFE IN SICKNESS, PREGNANCY, DURING CHILD NURSING AND ALWAYS. 1PETER.3:7
6. ALWAYS PROVIDE FOOD, CLOTHING AND OTHER THINGS FOR YOUR WIFE AND NECESSARY GIFTS.GOD BLESS YOU. 1TIM 5:8
7. BE HELPFUL TO YOUR WIFE IN TAKING CARE OF THE HOUSE AND CHILDREN BUT THE WIFE SHOULD NOT MAKE IT AN OBLIGATOIN FOR HUSBAND GAL.6:2
8. YOUR WIFE IS A WEAKER VESSEL HONOUR HER, SO THAT YOUR PRAYER WILL NOT BE HINDERED DO IT ACCORDING TO THE BIBLE.1PET.3:7
9. WITH CONTENTMENT EAT TOGETHER WITH YOUR WIFE. 1TIM6:6
10. GO OUT WITH YOUR WIFE WHEN NECESSARY. ECCL.4:9
11. DO NOT ALLOW STRANGE WOMEN NEITHER IN YOUR HEART OR YOUR LIFE. PRO.7:19-22
12. DO NOT DENY YOUR WIFE OF SEXUAL ACT; NO WHEN SHE CANNOT COPE. 1COR.7:4-5
13. TELL YOUR WIFE HER MISTAKES RATHER THAN REPORTING HER TO PEOPLE EXCEPT MEN OF GOD FOR COUNSEL. MAT.18:15-16
14. DON’T ALWAYS BE ANNOYED WITH YOUR WIFE, BE PATIET UNTIL HER MIND IS SETTLED WHEN ANGRY. EPH.4:26
15. LIVE TOGETHER WITH YOUR WIFE IN HARMONY. SONG OF SOLOMON.1:6
16. DON’T ALLOW FALSE PROPHETS OR WRONG TEACHINGS TO SEPARATE YOU, RUN FROM THIS. ROM.16:17
17. DO NOT COMPARE YOUR WIFE TO ANOTHER WOMAN SHE IS PECULIAR TO YOU. PROV.25:8:10
18. ALWAYS DISCUSS WITH YOUR WIFE ABOUT YOUR CHILDREN AND OTHER ISSUES. YOUR WIFE’S ADVICE IS IMPORTANT BUT IT SHOULD NOT BE FORCED ON YOU. 1PET.3:7
19. WHEN YOU QUARREL ALWAYS SETTLE YOUR QUARREL QUIKLY AND AMIICABLY. EPH.4:26
20. LIVE JOYFULLY WITH THE WIFE OF YOUR YOUTH FOR SHE IS YOUR LOT IN LIFE. ECCL.9:9
21. DO TO YOUR WIFE AS YOU WANT, YOUR WIFE TO DO TO YOU. LK.6:31
22. YOUR WIFE IS NOT A SAINT, DON’T ALWAYS DWELL ON HER. 1PET.3:7
23. KEEP THE SAME PURSE WITH YOUR WIFE, YOU ARE ONE DON’T ALLOW MONEY TO SEPARATE YOU. GEN.2 :24-25
24. LOVE YOUR WIFE’S PARENT AND RELATIVES AS YOUR OWN. 1COR.7:3
25. DON’T REPORT THOSE WHO ARE FIGHTING WITH YOU TO YOUR WIFE, UNTILL YOU SETTLE WITH THEM, IT CAN STILL BE IN YOUR WIFE’S MIND. EPH.4:29
Bible verses
that will get you through a bad day
Our life is unexpected sequenc3 of moment. These moments can
be good or bad, sad or happy. There is no need say that during such bad moments
we need some support to believe in ourselves again. Here are some of the Bible
verses that may help you through a bad day.
I Peter 5:6, 7 “Humble yourself therefore
under the mighty hand of God that he may exalt you in due time”.
When you feel things happening to you are unfair or you are
being treated inferior, this verse tells you that God is watching, and \he care
about you. If you will continue enduring in faith, in due time He will deliver
your breakthrough.
Philippians 4:13” I can do all things
Christ who strengthens me”
This is one of the most powerful verses in the Bible.
Whenever you face a tough challenge, which you normally don’t have what it
takes to conquer, contemplate on this verse. The inspiration behind this verse
will work your faith and assure you that you are not alone but with the
ultimate conqueror.
Mathew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all you who
are weary and burden, and I will give you rest”.
When you feel the whole world is crushing down on you, this
is the verse to meditate upon. It tells you that Jesus knows about your
troubles, and He is a savior who is willing to help you out and be your
comforter and refuge.
Psalm 56:3 “Whenever I am afraid, I will
trust in you”.
Many a times the devil will tempt you and frustrate you with
fear and anxiety, this verse will encourage you to focus on God rather than
your fears. God is greater than your fears. As you trust in God, your troubles
grow dim.
John 15:17 “If you abide in me, and my
words abide in you, you will ask what you desire and it shall be done for you”
When Christians allow God’s word to reign supreme in their
lives, they touch God’s heart. When a faithful Christian is going through a bad
day, this verse gives an assurance of God’s intervention after a prayer.
Isaiah 41:10 “Fear not, for I am with
you; be not dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, yes I will help
you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand”
This verse is an encouragement that whatever you go through
during your day, as a Christian, you are not alone, god is watching. He is with
you and will see you through it all to the end.
Jeremiah 17:14 “Heal me, Lord, that I may
be healed; save me that I may be saved, for it is you whom I praise”.
It is through praise and worship that men touch God’s heart
and unleash His mighty power. The verse will uplift you no matter the condition
you find yourself in during a bad day.
Psalm 23:1” The Lord is my shepherd, I
shall not lack”.
This verse encourages you on a day you feel insufficient.
When you trust in God to provide for your needs, you indeed can never lack, for
God is faithful unto his people.
Roman 5:3 “And not only so, but we
glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience.”
On a bad day, this encouraging verse teaches Christians to
maintain a positive attitude towards challenges. God brings both joy and
sorrow. If your day is sour, God has a reason for it, and He is working on your
character. Take positively.
Psalm 37:23-25 “ Those whose steps are
guided by the Lord, whose way God approves, may stuble but they will never
fall, for the Lord will hold their hand.”
If failing at some task has messed up your day, don’t let it
get you down. Failure is not final, it’s just a stumble, not a fall.
Hebrew 10:36 “You need endurance to do the
will of God, and receive what He has promised”