can make a lot of difference
in whatever it is you do or are
trusting God for. When you are
excited about things, it shows
in your actions and therefore,
reflects in the results you get.
True excitement isn’t dependent
on the how. Rather, it stems
from being focused on the why
you do what you do. Open your eyes and take a good
look at the future God’s promised
you, then get to work on it with
enthusiasm. Even when you
don’t feel excited, act like you
are and soon your actions will
inspire that emotion. Beware of
these two things that can steal
your joy and enthusiasm from
you:
“Jesus said, ‘the food that keeps
me going is that I do the will of
the One Who sent me, finishing
the work He started. … I’m
telling you to open your eyes
and take a good look at what’s
right in front of you. These …
fields are ripe. It’s harvest time!’”
(John 4:34-35, MSG). • Angry about the past
• Anxious for tomorrow
Every morning, when you wake
up, get your hopes up knowing
that “this is the very day God
acted, let’s celebrate and be
festive!” (Psalm 118:24, MSG)
Dress up like a woman who just
won the lottery; be positive and
upbeat when you talk about
your life, relationship, health,
career or business; don’t just be
content with knowing that “God
can do it”; take a step further
and expect that He will do it
for you.” Then, go about the day
doing your very best, working
with genuine zeal and goodwill.
(Just like it is said of you):
“first thing in the morning, she
dresses for work, rolls up her
sleeves, eager to get started. She
senses the worth of her work, is
in no hurry to call it quits for the
day.” (Proverbs 31:17-18, MSG).
DOZ Magazine August 2017
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