A Message from Eric and Jennifer

"Asking for Mountains"

Often in life we find ourselves asking the Lord for things that to others may not make any sense like Caleb did. Lord, give me those mountains where the Anakim live. This did not make sense as many asked for the lush valleys and grassy plans. Caleb was at peace as he was confident in God’s power.

After studying this passage and devotional over and over we want to challenge you to go for what God has called you to and ask for that mountain. You may find out that like Caleb the Lord will give it to you. Please read “Asking for Mountains” by Blackaby and see what the Lord reveals to you. 

- Eric and Jennifer Garcia

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Pearls Of Wisdom - Focusing Your Life

"Motivating Your Team!"
- by Bobb Biehl

Have you played on two kinds of teams? One was a highly motivated team and one was a team whose morale was at an all-time low? Let me explain the difference between the ways those teams develop - and how you, as a leader, can motivate your team to have high morale. If your team has high morale, you stand a far better chance of going to finals, reaching the goal, winning the championship, or building the company than you do with a team that has morale problems.

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Leadership

"The 3x5 Card: A Wisdom Tool for Your Children"
- by Bruce McNicol

I’m still thinking about Emily Cavanaugh!

The beautiful woman who told Billy Graham she had to drop him for an older classmate who possessed more promise!

I love that story! (see last month). At that time in Billy’s life, it was true. He lacked purpose and focus.

What do you imagine Billy’s parents were thinking about Billy during these days? “Come on Billy, make something of yourself. Life is short. Don’t waste your young years.”

Have you thought about this? You may have a Billy Graham in the making. Simply, a young person who has yet to discover their purpose, who is not maturing “on schedule”—on your schedule. They are “in the making.” So, take a page from Billy’s life: “Grace gives children a safe space to grow at their own pace.”

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Prayer

"Top Ten Reasons for "Prayer Fatigue"
- by Jennifer Kennedy Dean

1. Thinking of prayer as one more thing on your already crowded “to do” list.

Prayer is not an activity, but a relationship. You live continually in that prayer relationship. It is not something you do, but something you live.

2. The feeling that your job in prayer is to convince God or to move Him to do your will.

Prayer is initiated by God. He moves in your heart, convincing you and moving you to respond to Him and to open your life to His power and provision. Instead of feeling that you have to work on Him, relax and let Him work in you.

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  Ministry Team Spotlight

"Internet Safety"
- By Dr. Scott Turansky and Joanne Miller, RN, BSN, Parentring Ministry Team

The Internet can be a great place for kids to learn, be entertained, and to communicate with others. However, it also can be a dangerous place. With more and more children accessing the Internet these days it's important for parents to understand technology and set the stage for productive computer time for their children.

There are several things you can do to protect your children and your family from the dangers of the Internet. This article contains several key suggestions.

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