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Let’s play! It’s time to replace our fears with real joy and peace. See page 34.

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Will You Speak for Me?Joyce Meyer

12 A Boy and His SneakersAshley Wilkins

14 A Beautiful MindDr. Caroline Leaf

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We are living in tough times. So many people are trapped in the midst of deep sorrow, overwhelmed by poverty and gripping oppression of all kinds.

I’ve held a malnourished newborn in my arms. I’ve looked at the rubble of a family’s home destroyed by an earthquake. I’ve seen the heartache of a mother who couldn’t clothe her children for the winter.

It’s situations like these that make me want to help as many people as I can in my lifetime. I also realize, in situations like these, that I can’t do it alone. Sooner or later, I think we all come to that realization—we need each other. We need help, coopera-tion, support—we need partners.

While Jesus was on this earth, He was all about doing good, healing, blessing and helping. He trained His disciples to work with Him in partnership, and they became examples for the rest of us.

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When I think of , our friends and partners, I think of people who are committed to helping others. Even if can’t be present physically, are involved in everything we do. participate in every missions outreach. Our combined effort fuels every relief or rescue project. are united with us in each conference...in the production of every radio or television broadcast...in each prayer and every other thing we do.

Together, we are partners with Christ. We all share a common goal of bring-ing practical aid to people all over the world. We also share in the delight of each smile...each sigh of relief...each tear of happiness from those we help. And someday we’ll all share in the joy of hearing our Lord say, “Well done.”

Partnering together,

Want to learn more about partnership, good reasons to give, and where your money goes? See page 12.

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Need a little extra help getting through today or need some extra advice? Everyday Answers provides wisdom from God’s Word to help you deal with life’s diffi cult issues.Watch a video from Joyce, read related articles, send a prayer request, and more.

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CONTENTS

F E A T U R E S

12 PARTNERSHIP—WHAT IS IT? AND WHYYOU’RE THE MISSING PIECEBY JOYCE MEYER

Joyce shares her heart about what partnership is and why our partners are so important to us.

14 A BOY AND HIS SNEAKERSHAND OF HOPE—Joyce Meyer Ministries World Missions BY ASHLEY WILKINS

Learn how partners helped a little crippled boy walk almost normally with a simple pair of shoes—and the many more like him who are also being helped through our medical outreaches around the world.

18 WILL YOU SPEAK FOR ME?BY JOYCE MEYER

Find out how God is enlisting your help in � ghting social injustice and bringing attention to the forgotten of the world.

24 A BEAUTIFUL MINDBY DR. CAROLINE LEAF

Can you really think yourself happy...calm...even healthy? Learn � ve basic steps to better thinking.

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6 Leader’s Edge

9 Book Sample

26 A Closer Look

27 America At Its Best

30 Across America

31 Conference Tour

32 Live, Laugh, Love

33 TV Broadcast Schedule

34 Real Life Perspectives

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Staff WritersKacie CampbellMatthew LoomisAnne Timmerman

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Some get bogged down in details. As a consequence, they end up buried under a sea of details, and they can’t pull their heads above water long enough to plan.

3) They don’t like the perceived hassle of planning.

Many people view planning as a nuisance—unnecessary and a waste of time.

4) Many people don’t plan because the outcome varies greatly.

“After all,” they say, “When I do make a plan, it normally doesn’t end up happening, so why bother?”

These excuses for not planning don’t hold much water. Sadly, people who habitually don’t plan ahead never reach their full potential.

Why Planning Is EssentialPlanning bridges the gap between our desires and dreams by calling us to action. As noted by William Danforth, “No plan is worth the paper it is printed on unless it starts you doing something.” A concrete plan supplies us with tangible steps to take in the direction of our dreams. But how you plan is everything. Let’s look at four common ways people plan, and why the fourth one is the way to go.

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SHOOTING THE RAPIDS

If you’ve ever gone white-water rafting, then you know the importance of planning. Whenever the raft approaches rapids, the guide has to plan the best route to “shoot the rapids” (navigate safely and swiftly through them). If the guide fails to plan, then the raft can easily smash into a rock or capsize.

The same is true in life. Good planning prevents you from allowing those inevitable surprises to derail whatever it is you’re doing. Poor or no planning causes you to work inef� ciently and, in some cases, even fail.

We all basically know this, but many people still neglect to plan. Why?

Reasons People Donʼt PlanYou don’t have to be in leadership very long to learn that planning pays off. Even so, many people don’t plan. Here are four reasons people neglect planning. Read these and see if you � nd yourself in any of them.

1) They don’t possess planning skills or knowledge.

Some people have never been taught to prioritize their day or to prepare for tomorrow.

2) They’re caught in the tyranny of the urgent, and they believe they don’t have time.

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Some get bogged down in details. As a consequence, they end up buried under a sea of details, and they can’t pull their heads above water long enough to plan.

3) They don’t like the perceived hassle of planning.

Many people view planning as a nuisance—unnecessary and a waste of time.

4) Many people don’t plan because the outcome varies greatly.

“After all,” they say, “When I do make a plan, it normally doesn’t end up happening, so why bother?”

These excuses for not planning don’t hold much water. Sadly, people who habitually don’t plan ahead never reach their full potential.

Why Planning Is EssentialPlanning bridges the gap between our desires and dreams by calling us to action. As noted by William Danforth, “No plan is worth the paper it is printed on unless it starts you doing something.” A concrete plan supplies us with tangible steps to take in the direction of our dreams. But how you plan is everything. Let’s look at four common ways people plan, and why the fourth one is the way to go.

How Good Planning Carries You Through Life’s Challenges

SHOOTING THE RAPIDS

If you’ve ever gone white-water rafting, then you know the importance of planning. Whenever the raft approaches rapids, the guide has to plan the best route to “shoot the rapids” (navigate safely and swiftly through them). If the guide fails to plan, then the raft can easily smash into a rock or capsize.

The same is true in life. Good planning prevents you from allowing those inevitable surprises to derail whatever it is you’re doing. Poor or no planning causes you to work inef� ciently and, in some cases, even fail.

We all basically know this, but many people still neglect to plan. Why?

You don’t have to be in leadership very long to learn that planning pays off. Even so, many people don’t plan. Here are four reasons people neglect planning. Read these and see if you � nd yourself in any of them.

1) They don’t possess planning skills

Some people have never been taught to prioritize their day or to prepare for

2) They’re caught in the tyranny of the urgent, and they believe they

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1 Passive planning happens when leadership allows the raft to travel downstream at the mercy of the current rather than steering, rowing, and turning. This kind of non-planning eventually leaves you unprepared to face white-water rapids.

2 Panic planning happens only after the raft is in trouble. At this point, all of the organization’s resources are scrambled in a reactionary pattern in an attempt to solve the problem.

3 Scienti� c planning is viable, but can be laborious, mechanical, and often ends up abandoned in the process. Imagine if a raft guide constantly tried to measure the depth of the water, the distance between rocks, the wind speed, and the water current. In a like manner, leaders often have to respond to change in an instant. There’s no time to collect scienti� c data on all of the variables before deciding which course of action is best.

4 Principle-centered planning is the key to effectiveness. It’s called “principle-centered” because it consists of seven principles that are absolutely critical to success-ful planning.

• Passion – It provides your planning with energy and keeps you focused.

• Creativity – Many sacri� ce new ideas for the sake of going with what’s easy.

• In� uence – Build relationships with other in� uencers and you’ll be more likely to receive their assistance when you need it.

• Priorities – What’s important to you? Stop dabbling in everything and achieve excellence in what matters to you.

• Flexibility – Be resourceful and improvise when circumstances push you off course.

• Timing – Reserve your big decisions for those times when you can get the full picture of the situation.

• Teamwork – What we can do alone pales in comparison to the potential we have when we work together.

Simple Discipline to Improve Your LifeIt’s been said, “By failing to plan, you plan

to fail.” People who ignore planning handicap themselves and sti� e their

effectiveness. The good news about planning is that it’s a relatively simple discipline. Anyone can do it.

So, do you have a dream you want to achieve? A mountain you want to climb? A river you want to raft? Your � rst step is to make a principle-centered plan. And then work that plan.

“ A concrete plan supplies us with tangible steps to take in the direction of our dreams.”

J O H N C . M A X W E L L , D Mis a dynamic speaker, bestselling author and founder of EQUIP. He communicates his principles to Fortune 500 companies, international marketing organizations, professional sports groups and church leaders worldwide. This article is used by permission from Giant Impact. Find other leadership content, resources, training, and events at www.johnmaxwell.com

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happens when leadership allows the raft to travel downstream at the mercy of the current rather than steering, rowing, and turning. This kind of non-planning eventually leaves you unprepared to face white-

happens only after the raft is in trouble. At this point, all of the organization’s resources are scrambled in a reactionary pattern in

is viable, but can be laborious, mechanical, and often ends up abandoned in the process. Imagine if a raft guide constantly tried to measure the depth of the water, the distance between rocks, the wind speed, and the water current. In a like manner, leaders often have to respond to change in an instant. There’s no time to collect scienti� c data on all of the variables before deciding which course of action

Principle-centered planning is the key to effectiveness. It’s called

are absolutely critical to success-

• In� uence – Build relationships with other in� uencers and you’ll be more likely to receive their assistance when you need it.

• Priorities – What’s important to you? Stop dabbling in everything and achieve excellence in what matters to you.

• Flexibility – Be resourceful and improvise when circumstances push you off course.

• Timing – Reserve your big decisions for those times when you can get the full picture of the situation.

• Teamwork – What we can do alone pales in comparison to the potential we have when we work together.

Simple Discipline to Improve Your LifeIt’s been said, “By failing to plan, you plan

to fail.” People who ignore planning handicap themselves and sti� e their

effectiveness. The good news about planning is that it’s a relatively simple discipline. Anyone can do it.

So, do you have a dream you want to achieve? A mountain you want to climb? A river you want to raft? Your � rst step is to make a principle-centered plan. And then work that plan.

“ A concrete plan supplies us with tangible steps to take in the direction of our dreams.”

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I’ve surveyed many people on the subject of self-rewards and have found that most people feel guilty when they take the opportunity to celebrate. They push themselves to go on with no joy left in their fuel tank.

Enjoyment is the fuel we need to reach the � nish line of an endeavor with a good attitude. We may drive ourselves to � nish, but somewhere along the way we will probably become bitter and get a chip on our shoulder if we don’t lighten up and take time to celebrate the journey.

I believe that we must confront the reasons why we tend to feel guilty about enjoying and celebrating life when God has clearly ordained and commanded both.

Our thinking has been warped in these areas. Satan has managed to deceive us, and by doing so he succeeds in keeping people weary and worn out, feeling resentful and taken advantage of because of excessive work and responsibility.

We need times of refreshment and recreation as well as work and accomplish-ment. Learn to reward yourself, because you are worth it!

Why Your Guilt Doesnʼt BelongWhen I ask large audiences how many people feel guilty when they try to rest or entertain themselves or even do things they enjoy, my guess is that at least 80 percent of the people raise their hands. I was part of that 80 percent until I decided that I was not built for guilt, and I was not going to continue allowing a renegade feeling to rule my life.

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� ve minutes and said, “You are a very intense woman and your problem is stress!” I got offended, left his of� ce and continued with my intense, stressful lifestyle.

I didn’t know how to trust God with daily life.

Your Permission to Lighten UpI was out of balance in almost everything. I did not yet realize that celebration and enjoyment are necessary in our lives—we cannot be healthy spiritually, mentally, emotionally or physically without it!

We must remember that we are not built for guilt, and we should deal with it aggressively anytime we experience it.

The best gift you can give your family and the world is a healthy you—and you cannot be healthy without celebra-tion being a regular part of your life.

You can change the entire atmosphere in your home by simply giving yourself permission to lighten up.

This article is an excerpt from Joyce’s newest book, Eat the Cookie…Buy the Shoes.

BOOK SAMPLE WE’RE NOT BUILT FOR GUILT

“ We need times of refreshment and recreation as well as work and accomplishment.”

I studied God’s Word about guilt and studied His char-acter and nature until I was totally convinced that God is not the source of guilt.

I see guilt as an illegal alien that attacks our mind and conscience, attempt-ing to prevent us from enjoying anything God

has provided for us. Guilt has no legal right in our lives

because Jesus has paid for our sins and misdeeds. If it is in us il-

legally, then we need to send it back where it came from—which is hell!

Don’t give guilt a green card or, even worse, citizenship and allow it to take up residence in you.

The Trouble with Guilt AddictionI was once addicted to guilt. The only time in life that I felt right was when I felt wrong. I especially had dif� culty enjoying myself because I didn’t feel that I deserved it. I was most de� nitely a person who needed to give myself permission to lighten up and not be so intense about basi-cally everything in life.

I was intense about how my children behaved and looked. I was intense about how my house looked, how I looked, and what people thought of us. I was intense about trying to change my husband into what I thought he should be. I really can’t think of anything I wasn’t intense about!

I remember going to a doctor once because I was exhaust-ed all the time and generally felt horrible. He talked to me

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I studied God’s Word about guilt and studied His char-acter and nature until I was totally convinced that

has no legal right in our lives because Jesus has paid for our

sins and misdeeds. If it is in us il-legally, then we need to send it back

where it came from—which is hell!

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“ We need times of refreshment and recreation as well as work and accomplishment.”

“We can make such a DIFFERENCE

if we’ll JUST

JOINtogether.”

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Plain and simple: Partnership is several people joining together to accomplish a task or meet a need that is greater than what they could do on their own.

You know, at Joyce Meyer Ministries we’re pretty aggressive when it comes to meeting needs. Everywhere we take the truth of God’s Word about love, we need to show love. When we are able to meet people’s physical needs, they open up to hear the Gospel.

I think too often we hear something and think it’s too big for us, and we just let that shut us down. That’s why it’s important to get involved with a min-istry like ours. We have the resources and opportunities to help in so many places around the world. And together, we can reach so many more.

The Bible says in Acts 20:35, In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (NIV). I think a lot of people want to help. Maybe they don’t have the time or the knowledge, but they have � nances. This is why we partner together and get things done.

Some can do more than others, but all God asks you to do is what you can do. By the grace and mercy of God, we have many doors open to us. We want to continue helping the people we are helping, but we also want to walk through new doors.

I don’t ever want to be the kind of person who just says, “Well, I’m doing enough. I’m satis� ed.” No, I want to help as many people as I possibly can. We need you to do that, and I believe you need us because together, we can do so much more than we can on our own.

What is it? And why you’re the missing piece


What is the difference between...

partnership and missions?

Partnership

Partnership allows you to continually support

the Hand of Hope outreaches of Joyce Meyer

Ministries. But it also helps support everything

else that we are able to do.

You’re providing a place for people to call in for

prayer, free conferences and teachings through

television and this magazine, employment and

facility costs, and much more. Your partnership

is literally making every part of this ministry

possible. And we need every part and every

partner to reach our goal of reaching every

nation…every city…every day.

What is partnership?

Why should I

give?

Missions

Hand of Hope, the world missions division of

Joyce Meyer Ministries, exists to provide support

for the poor, weak, needy, lost, and suffering

around the world.

A large portion of your partnership is sending

� nancial support to help nearly two-thirds

of the world. You’re supporting Hand of Hope

outreaches through feeding centers, orphanages,

freshwater wells, medical care, prison outreach,

and disaster relief, as well as rescuing girls from

the sex industry, reaching the homeless in

inner-city America, and sharing the Gospel

worldwide through radio, television, internet,

print materials and conferences around the world.Spread Hope...

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The Bible says in Acts 20:35, In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (NIV). I think a lot of people want to help. Maybe they don’t have the time or the knowledge, but they have � nances. This is why we partner together and get things done.

Some can do more than others, but all God asks you to do is what you can do. By the grace and mercy of God, we have many doors open to us. We want to continue helping the people we are helping, but we also want to walk through new doors.

I don’t ever want to be the kind of person who just says, “Well, I’m doing enough. I’m satis� ed.” No, I want to help as many people as I possibly can. We need you to do that, and I believe you need us because together, we can do so much more than we can on our own.

Where does my money go?

The Bible says in Acts 20:35, In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: “It is more blessed

Why should I

give?

“ Some can do

more than others,

but all God asks

you to do is

what you

can do.”

Our partners are digging water wells in areas where there is no clean drinking water. That might not mean much until you watch a mom walk � ve to ten miles one way—one way—every day with a stone pot on her head just to get enough water to take care of her family for that one day.

They’re also feeding hungry children, helping widows, building orphanages, visiting prisons, providing free medical care…and so much more.

In 2008 alone, 83 percent of all money raised through partnership went directly into these outreaches, either by us helping directly or supporting already established ministries, to reach even more than we could on our own.

Because we know it’s a big decision where you spend your money, we strive to be transparent in all our decisions. You can see a complete breakdown in our annual report at www.joycemeyer.org/annualreport.

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I hadn’t noticed ten-year-old Rothtim and his mother until after he had been treated by the doctors and was leaving our Hand of Hope clinic. Then again, once you saw him walk, it was hard not to notice him.(Pursat, Cambodia) - Rothtim was obviously very small for his age, but also crippled. With each stride, the tops of his bare, calloused feet would scrape against the concrete. He had walked this way his entire life.

I can still hear that sound in my ears.

Moved with compassion, I ran and picked Rothtim up in my arms.

Sitting him down on a nearby bench, I asked his mother if they would be willing to wait while I got him a pair of shoes. She excitedly replied that they would.

I made a tracing of his feet to get the correct size. I wanted to be absolutely sure that these shoes fit him. With the outline of Rothtim’s calloused little feet in my hand, I headed to the market.

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Desperately Searching for ShoesFinding a new pair of shoes in a developing nation is not an easy task. I located a shop on a street corner and began looking through the limited choices of new shoes. The majority of the shoes were either for girls or grown men, and most were covered in dust from the dirty street.

But after some searching, I found two good, clean pairs of shoes in his size. I immediately gave thanks to the Lord because I had found Rothtim’s shoes. I picked out a few pairs of socks and quickly paid the clerk.

Taking That First StepWhen I got back to the clinic, little Rothtim and his mom were sitting on the bench, waiting patiently, exactly where I left them. We washed his dirty feet, put the socks on and slid them into Rothtim’s new pair of shoes. He sprang up and began walking about.

Amazingly, the shoes actually acted as a corrective device, which allowed him to walk almost normally!

Most Can’t Afford ShoesMost Cambodians, like Rothtim and his mother, live on just one U.S. dollar per day, making the simple luxury of owning a pair of shoes impossible. For just $10 USD, we were able to purchase Rothtim clean socks and two new pairs of shoes.

In an instant, with something as seemingly insignificant as a pair of shoes, Rothtim experienced the love of Christ. The smile that stretched across his face was indescribable. And

I could not help but smile in return as he and his mother repeatedly bowed to me in thanks.

Many More Like HimRothtim’s story is just one example of thousands who are in desperate need. And because of partner contributions to Joyce Meyer Ministries, the blessing of something as simple as a pair of shoes for Rothtim’s little calloused, crippled feet was made possible.

As a pediatric emergency nurse for the past eight years, I have seen and experienced a great deal in the medical world. And I truly cannot express in my simple words how these medical outreaches have changed my life.

Our partners are participating in the redemption of lives around the world every single day through their selfless giving. Their willingness

to participate financially makes it possible for us to bring aid to places like Cambodia. And to help people like Rothtim, even if it’s something as simple as giving a pair of shoes…

Through these medical clinics, thousands of people in third world countries around the world have also been blessed with free medical care. These efforts are drastically improv-ing the health of thousands. It has been a privilege to see firsthand the difference that the partners of Joyce Meyer Ministries are making in lives across the globe.

a S h l E Y W i l K i N S r . N .has been the Medical Outreach Coordinator for Hand of Hope since 2007. Before joining Joyce Meyer Ministries, she worked as a registered nurse in a pediatric emergency room and attended the Hillsong International Leadership College in Australia. She truly has a heart for tending to people’s physical and spiritual needs. She and her husband, Jason, reside in the St. Louis area.


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Kim AlgerSometimes the volunteers who go on Hand of Hope medical missions trips are also partners, who get to see for themselves how their part-nership is helping others. Kim Alger has been nine times!

After enduring a painful time in his life, Kim began watching Joyce Meyer on television and reading her books. Through those avenues, he began to find healing in his life and a renewed relationship with Jesus Christ.

“I’ve been healed by God through Joyce’s teachings, and that’s why I am giving back as a partner,” shares Kim. “And I can see the seeds being sown back into others’ lives firsthand.”

Kim began partnering with Joyce Meyer Ministries in 2007 because he was inspired by the ministry’s passion and commitment to help hurting people.

While volunteering at a conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania, those in attendance were asked if they would be willing to go on a medical outreach. Kim raised his hand high.

Kim discovered on his first outreach to Mumbai, India, in 2008, the great privilege that God afforded him by allowing him to serve His people in developing nations.

Kim is an inspiration as he serves God and those around him with a vibrant, fervent passion to make a difference wherever he goes.

“I’m blessed beyond anything. Every time I go, I grow in my relationship with Christ.”


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injustice, hunger and abuse—it can seem overwhelming.

You might be thinking right now, What can I do about this?

One of the best ways to help feed people, tend to the sick, assist widows and orphans and even free innocent girls from forced prostitution is to become a partner with Joyce Meyer Ministries.

Partners Truly Make a DifferenceMaybe you’ve heard me say this before, but it’s worth repeating—everything we do would not be possible without our partners. The prayers and financial gifts our partners provide enable and equip this ministry to do some incred-ible outreaches here in the United States and around the world.

During 2008, eighty-three percent of total expenses were for outreach and programs directed at reaching people with the Gospel of Jesus Christ. As a partner, you can be confident that your contribution is somehow helping a person in need. You can become an advocate for hungry and hurting people, even with a busy schedule, through your giving.

Why We’re Not Shy About AskingWe ask people to partner with us because we’re determined to help as many people as we can—with feeding programs, medical outreaches, orphanages and whatever the Lord leads us to do. These outreaches require faithful partners to help make them happen.

I want to ask you to prayerfully consider joining us. You can actually go all over the world through your partnership with Joyce Meyer Ministries. I believe one of the greatest things we can do is to relieve the pain and suffering of someone else.

God has taught me that if I relieve the suf-fering of just one person, that is better than doing nothing.


It’s simply wrong to see or hear of someone in need and do absolutely nothing. Let me explain…

Years ago I had no idea how strongly God felt about wanting us to work for justice for the oppressed. Before that, I lived a selfish, me-first life, and unfortunately, I missed out on a lot of joy. However, once I figured out that happiness is a by-product of doing something good for other people, I began to adopt a lifestyle where I intentionally look for ways to help people—every day.

But it’s not only me that God wants to help fight social injustice... He wants you also.

He’s been looking for people to help the fatherless, the widows, the oppressed and the poor since He gave the law in Old Testament times. Speaking through Moses, He said, You shall not afflict any widow or fatherless child (Exodus 22:22). God is not partial, He executes justice for the father-less and the widow, and loves the stranger or temporary resident and gives him food and clothing (Deuteronomy 10:18). God told the people that if they fed the strang-ers, the widows and the fatherless, He would bless the work of their hands (see Deuteronomy 14:29). Please notice that all of these groups—widows, strangers and the fatherless—would probably be full of very lonely people. God cares about the lonely!

Lonely and ForgottenSome of the most lonely and forgotten people in the world today are the girls who have been forced into prostitution in order to survive, the orphan boy in Africa whose parents have died of AIDS, the prisoner who spends day after day alone in a prison cell, the homeless man living on the streets…there are plenty of people in need out there.

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Army of GodPlease don’t think that what you have to give isn’t enough or won’t make a difference. All of us working together are an army of God that is defeating the enemy of darkness.

What Partnership Means to PartnersRecently, several of our partners had an opportunity to see � rsthand how their giving is actually helping those who are living in poverty and suffering needlessly. Their experiences gave them a new perspective on how much their partnership with Joyce Meyer Ministries really does make a difference in the lives of the poor around the world.

Mark S. – Largo, FLWhile helping serve food at one of our feeding programs in Africa, Mark said, “I don’t think there’s anything I’ve done in my life that compares to what I’m doing here through this ministry. I am shocked at the poverty I’ve witnessed, yet, at the same time I’m encour-aged by the fact that I can have some small say in turning these people’s lives around. That’s life-changing.”

Jennifer C. — Phoenix, AZ Jennifer spent time with us in India and wit-nessed one of our outreaches there. “I saw the hospice care and HIV care going on. You can see the impact from what this ministry does here. They care about people and are all about bringing them to Christ. It’s just marvelous.”

Michael M. – Sydney, AustraliaMichael discovered how his partnership matters after visiting India with our ministry. “I was curious to see Joyce Meyer Ministries in action, particularly in a third-world country, to see the sort of work that was taking place here.

“To come here and see � rsthand, the children in many of Joyce’s outreach programs, to see how these programs are touching their lives, to see 200,000 people come to a stadium hungry for the Word…to see it all in action is hugely reassuring.

“To come to India and see the orphanage and see the kids’ center and the work taking place in the slums…to come here is mind-blowing. But

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to my absolute delight, having seen the truth of the work, the commitment and the sense of purpose here—that’s why Joyce Meyer Ministries has the success they do. It’s a straight-down-the-line, no-nonsense, hard-working ministry.”

Discover the Joy of GivingThese precious partners have discovered the pure happiness that grows in your heart when you put God’s command to love others into practice and nurture a way of life that gives instead of takes.

And in the process, partners help us bring attention to people who otherwise might be forgotten. They become a “voice” that enables this ministry to reach people who don’t have anyone speaking up for them: the poor, the hungry, the homeless, the orphans and widows… And their “voice” helps us share the Gospel, stop social injustice and spread hope.

But there are many more people out there who are still hungry, still homeless, and still living in misery and hopelessness. Will you speak for them? Will you help us bring attention to the forgotten?

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You can help—Become a Partner Today!When you become a partner, you’re supporting feeding centers, children’s homes, freshwater wells, medical care, prison outreach and disaster relief, as well as rescuing girls from the sex industry, reaching the homeless in the inner city and sharing the Gospel worldwide through radio, television, print materials and conferences.


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Did you know you can think yourself into being � lled with joy?

It’s true. You can also think yourself into being calm, clever, healthy, emotionally in control, and free of stress.

The mind is such a complex and intricate organ that many people don’t realize how easily adaptable it is. You canactually learn to control your thought life and, consequently, your emotions, attitudes and behavior, ultimately leading to feeling and living better.

How is this possible?

Believe it or not, every thought you think is electrically and chemically represented in your brain. If a thought is healthy, it releases healthy chemicals whenever it is referenced. If it is a toxic thought, it releases toxic chemi-cals when it is referenced.

That’s great news if you have nothing but good, healthy thoughts. But most of us have at least one area of thought that could use some attention.

The good news is, God gave us the amazing ability to rewire these thoughts, and in the process, renew our minds—and it’s easier than you might think. In fact, you can transform your thought life in a matter of weeks with this simple � ve-step process.

Use these � ve basic steps as your means to a more beautiful mind.

1. Gather.Train yourself to become aware of what is coming in through your � ve senses by gathering information about your toxic thoughts. You have a great frontal lobe in your brain that God designed to help you stand outside of yourself and observe your own thinking. Ask yourself: • What am I thinking about? • What am I listening to? • What am I watching?

2. Refl ect.In this step you engage the middle and front parts of your brain to observe the patterns of your thought life. For example: • How often do you � nd yourself thinking, doing, feeling or saying things that block your thinking—hourly/daily/weekly? • Are these thoughts positive or negative? • Where are they coming from? • What in� uence do they have on your choices and behaviors, and on the people around you?

3. Journal.Amazing things happen in the brain when you write down your personal re� ections. Your brain starts sorting and prioritizing and puts you in a position to move forward.

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4. Revisit.Look back at your journal entries and outline your priorities. Which negative thought seems to affect you the most? Make that your starting point.

5. Reach.Do something practical to make the change real. Start with repentance and forgiveness (of yourself and others) and then do something to reach out in faith. If you have really forgiven someone, call them and take them out for lunch. If you’re working on not worrying, when the opportunity arises—and it will—cast all your cares on Him (see 1 Peter 5:7). If you are a could-have/would-have/should-have person, take those thoughts captive immediately and replace them with positive thoughts.

As you sweep away toxic thoughts and embrace healthy ones: • Approach the � ve steps prayerfully, using God’s Word

and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.• It takes twenty-one days for your brain to identify

a new pattern as a habit. So, go through the steps for twenty-one days for each toxic thought. Even if it seems daunting, take the leap—it’s worth it.

• Don’t be overwhelmed by twenty-one days. They do not need to be consecutive. If you miss a day, jump right back in. There is no way to “fall behind,” so don’t be discouraged.

• Determine how this process will best � t in to your life. There are no set rules. Just do what works for you.

As you apply these � ve steps to rewiring your brain, watch the change in yourself and the impact of your positive change on those around you.

For more detailed information on this process, see the revised edition ofDr. Leaf’s book Who Switched Off My Brain?

God gave us theamazing ability torenew our minds —and it’s easier thanyou might think.

C A R O L I N E L E A F , P h Dis a recognized author and speaker, and has researched the science of thought since 1985. She has published numerous articles in academic journals and is frequently interviewed for articles and broadcast programs as an expert. She and her husband, Mac, and their four children live in Dallas, Texas. www.drleaf.net

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1. These verses refer to different types of partnerships. Can you name them? Can you think of others? Write your answers below.

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2. The word partnership implies each member has a part in a common goal. What is your “part” in the partnership(s) you are involved in? In what way(s) can you enhance or improve your partnership commitment(s)?

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3. Here are some scriptures for further study that show examples of partnership: 1 Samuel 18:1-4; 19:1-7; 20; 1 Corinthians 1:9 NLT/AMP/CEV; 2 Corinthians 8:23 NIV

Answers: 1. With God; with friends, coworkers or business associates; with spouses; with church or other ministry organizations

Let’s take a closer look at what it means to partner—with Christ and with others. Read these verses and answer the questions below.

Romans 8:28 (See side column)

Ecclesiastes 4:9,10 (The Message): It’s better to have a partner than go it alone. Share the work, share the wealth. And if one falls down, the other helps...

1 Peter 3:7 (NLT): ...Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. ...She is your equal partner in God’s gift of new life....

Philippians 4:15 (CEV): ...After I left there, you were the only church that became my partner by giving blessings and by receiving them in return.

A CLOSER LOOK: partnership

We are assured and know that [God being a partner in their labor] all things work together and are [fi tting into a plan] for good to and for those who love God and are called according to [His] design and purpose.—Romans 8:28 (Amplifi ed)

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AMERICA AT ITS BEST

HB Y D AV E M E Y E R

HISTORYLESSONS FOR LIFEEither Recall (Remember) or Relearn (Pay Price Again)

History is a � ow of events that begins at the creation of time. Starting from that point, the providential hand of God is revealed along the way through the historical events acted out on the stage of life.

If recorded accurately and truthfully, history is the story of who we are. It explains the when, where, how and why events took shape. History cannot be foretold (except by God). It can only be recorded after time and events have unfolded.

If history is not recorded in the � ow that it happens, it is not history, but a listing of random events without continuity. What happens when this occurs is the providential hand of God is no longer identi� able

D A V E M E Y E Ris the Vice President of Joyce Meyer Ministries and has been married to Joyce for over forty years. He passionately shares the truth about our rich Christian heritage in conferences nationwide, encouraging people to get educated, pray and take action.

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and the understanding becomes chaotic and confusing. Without truthful, accurate history, the direction for the future becomes clouded and out of focus because pieces of the past are missing.

People and nations lose their way and destinies are unful� lled.

Satan s̓ PlanThe reason for missing or revised segments of history is clear: Satan knows well the importance of recounting, recall-ing and remembering the great things the Lord has done. Satan’s plan is now and has always been to dilute or destroy this clear understanding of God as the Director of history.

When people (a nation) have an understanding of provi-dential history, Satan begins to function according to his title of great deceiver. If allowed, the deceiver blinds people to the truth, and they become victims of ignorance. Without the knowledge of how people of the past defeated Satan with God’s Word, people who don’t know history are doomed to repeat it.

Men and women and nations inevitably repeat the same or similar situations over and over when past examples are deleted from history. The price paid is sometimes very large.

The Bible teaches us that wisdom is gained through the Word of God and life experience (see Proverbs 3:13.) It also teaches that the experience necessary for wisdom is costly (see Proverbs 5:1.) When this experience is discarded, revised or forgotten, nations can no longer act in wisdom.

What Can You Do About It?This leads us to the question: What can we as Christians do about this perpetual cycle? The answer is simple—learn our true history.

Our future is always an extension of our past. If our past is distorted and God’s handiwork has been removed, our direction for the future will disappear and we will wander aimlessly, as the Israelites did each time they forgot God.

The ultimate end is always bondage.

History s̓ Benefi tsOn the other hand, if we will remember our past and all the great and mighty things that our God has done, we will no longer be deceived and therefore passive because of ignorance. Our wisdom will return and we will become responsible and active to take back what the devil has stolen. This is God’s plan for America.

Will you join me in making God’s plan for America our plan? This cannot happen unless we remember all that He has already done. Our history (our godly heritage) is more important than you may think. Otherwise the devil would never have stolen it.

We have to know who we were to know who we are. And if we know who we are, we will know what needs to be done.

“ If history is not recorded in the fl ow that it happens, it is not history, but a listing of random events without continuity.”

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B Y K A C I E C A M P B E L L

TThe 21st Ward is one of the poorest neighborhoods of St. Louis.

Every time I drive through this area, I imagine what it looked like back when the buildings were � rst built. The architecture is impeccable, and the area is quite beautiful.

I also can’t help but notice that the community is strug-gling from a poverty that even shows in these beautiful buildings. But what’s worse is that the people are suffering. Not just in how much food or basic necessities they have, but the poverty has impacted their safety as well. Crime is prevalent in this area—shootings, drug deals and other violence.

But I can also see that things are beginning to change here, thanks in large part to the ministries of the St. Louis Dream Center.

A Special RecognitionFounded in 2000 by Dave and Joyce Meyer, the church and ministry center is located almost exactly in the middle of the 21st Ward. With more than thirty different outreaches, the Dream Center is known throughout the community as a much needed help and blessing to the people.

That’s why the City of St. Louis recognized them with a special recognition for outstanding humanitarian and community service. Joyce Meyer accepted the honor from City Alderman Antonio French, who works closely with the Dream Center staff to reach the 21st Ward.

“We’re both humbled and honored by this recognition,” said Joyce Meyer. “Wanting nothing more than to be a blessing

to others, we intentionally established the Dream Center in the 21st Ward because we want to make a difference in our own community, not just other parts of the world—and we’re committed to being here long-term to help them improve their quality of life.”

During the service, Dr. Kelvin Adams, Superintendent of St. Louis Public Schools, was also recognized for his vigorous leadership as a strong, supportive partner of the Dream Center’s after-school student and youth initiatives and programs. Thanks to this partnership, students are experiencing the love of Christ in practical and powerful ways throughout the city.

Outreach for the Whole FamilyEach year, through a team of volunteers and trained staff, the Dream Center reaches out to thousands in the community—providing food, clothing, friendship, and spiritual help. The St. Louis Dream Center has estab-lished several ministries that serve people of various ages with different needs.

Every time I visit the Dream Center or attend one of its out-reaches, I am overwhelmed by the difference our partners are making possible for the people of this beautiful, yet worn down neighborhood.

Men are being healed of addictions, children are being fed nutritious meals and receiving character training and discipleship, people are being trained for ministry, the homeless are receiving food and clothing, elderly people are receiving attention and love, and the truth of God’s Word is penetrating the hearts of thousands of people.

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Where else can you be inspired, challenged and changed during a fun, refreshing weekend—free of charge? Only at a Joyce Meyer Ministries conference.

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FESTIVAL OF LIFE, Harare, ZimbabweJune 4-6 , Worship with darlene ZschechFor more information: +(27) 21 701 1056www.joycemeyer.org/zimbabwe

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Schedules are subject to change. * TBN will receive alternate programming.

MAR 22-26 ChangeDid you know that change doesn’t have to be a bad thing? This week Joyce will help you focus on the benefi ts of change and the steps you can take to get there.

MAR 29-APR 2 Confi denceYou can probably think back to numerous occasions when someone or something made you doubt your ability. Those moments, over years, can affect your confi dence. Joyce welcomes Paul DeJong on Monday and Tuesday and shares two more days of teachings on how to regain and live with the confi dence that God gives. On Friday, Joyce welcomes Nick Gumbel for a special Easter program.

APR 26-30 What About Me?On Monday and Tuesday, you’ll learn how to fi x your mind on God’s plan, for good. The rest of the week, Joyce teaches how to focus on others instead of waiting and wondering, “What about me?”

APR 12-16 Eat the Cookie...Buy the ShoesYou can wish you had someone else’s life, but not enjoy where you are, who you are and the progress you’ve made instead? Join Joyce for four days of teaching, along with a question and answer session on Wednesday.

MAR 15-19 Partnership: You Are HereDo you really want to help people, but don’t know where to start? Through partnership you have the ability to reach lives all around the world. And when a bunch of people partner together, amazing things will happen. Enjoy fi ve days of programs as we say thank you for all you make possible and show you how you can reach even more lives!*

APR 19-23 The Love RevolutionAt the 2009 Women’s Conference, women left ready to change the world through The Love Revolution™. Hear the same messages that spurred them to live out simple acts of God’s love every day. And on Friday, get a preview of what’s to come at Love Life: Women’s Convention 2010, with special guest Dr. Caroline Leaf.

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MAR 8-12 The Connection Between Prayer and LoveCould your prayer life use a boost? Join Joyce as she shares the connection between loving others and your prayer life. Tune in Wednesday for some special encouragement on the annual Day to Heal and Restore. And on Thursday and Friday, she’ll share how to simply incorporate prayer into your everyday life.

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Around the WorldWhat You Did to Help Haitians

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Laura L. of Hattiesburg, Mississippi, was in the grocery store when God spoke to her. “He said, ‘Help the people in front of you because they don’t have enough money.’

“Well, I didn’t,” said Laura. “And my heart actually ached afterward.

“So I told God that if He would put other people in front of me that needed money, I would help them.

“Now every time it happens, the love of God rises up in me because I know He is so close at that moment. It feels so good to give!”

Are you living The Love Revolution? Do you know someone who is? Share your story online at www.TheLoveRevolution.com.

Joyce Returns to Pahappahooey Island

Haiti is the poorest nation in the western hemisphere, with minimal access to health care. So when the earthquake hit in January, we stepped up our efforts to help. If you’re a partner, you were right there with us helping out after the earthquake hit, and in addition, you helped us minister to the sick last month.

Last month’s outreach took place February 20-27, at the Jesus Healing Center, founded by Joyce Meyer Ministries and operated by Love A Child. As a partner, you help keep this clinic up and running every month.

Thank you for doing your part to provide food, medical supplies and health care for the people of Haiti. Taking care of the practical needs of people gives us a greater opportunity to share Christ’s message with them.

Learn more at www.joycemeyer.org/handofhope.

What does it mean to be courageous? Ali and the gang fi nd out fi rsthand as they try to rescue Ruby the Lioness (Joyce Meyer) from Pahappahooey’s venomous villain, Ichabone Slink. This new children’s adventure DVD is based on Joyce’s classic teaching Do It Afraid! Look for it at Christian bookstores and joycemeyer.org/ruby.

JOYCE IS NOW ON FACEBOOK & TWITTERJoin the CommunityLearn more about Joyce’s books and conferences, get daily encouragement and share your own thoughts and refl ections.

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Schedules are subject to change. * TBN will receive alternate programming.

T V BROADCAST SCHEDULEFor stations and program times in your area, check your TV listing or visit www.joycemeyer.org/tvlistings. Watch the Enjoying Everyday Life broadcast anytime you like at www.joycemeyer.org.

FEB 28–MAR 6 Extreme Personality MakeoverIt’s time for you to be someone that people really enjoy being around. Having this makeover will help you become an even stronger influence in the world around you.

MAR 7–13 Spiritual HealthDid you know there is something you can carry with you all day that will put your spirit at ease and give you direction whenever you need it? Tune in to learn how to work with the Holy Spirit in every circumstance.

MAR 14–20 Healthy LivingDo you take time as a family to sit down and enjoy a meal together? Special guest Dr. Linda Mintle joins Joyce to discuss the positive benefi ts of reinstituting this lost tradition.

MAR 21–APR 3 Your Body Is God’s HouseWhen it comes to your health, are you a gambler or investor? Discover how to make choices that will pay off in the long run.

APR 4–10 Easter’s True MeaningJoyce welcomes Nick Gumbel to discuss what real Christianity looks like and the special meaning behind Easter.

APR 11–MAY 1 The Safety ZoneDo you have a hard time saying no? Joyce will answer your questions about the importance of boundaries and how they help, not hinder you.

W E E K L Y T E L E C A S TPrograms air one day a week.

MAR 22-26 ChangeDid you know that change doesn’t have to be a bad thing? This week Joyce will help you focus on the benefi ts of change and the steps you can take to get there.

MAR 29-APR 2 Confi denceYou can probably think back to numerous occasions when someone or something made you doubt your ability. Those moments, over years, can affect your confi dence. Joyce welcomes Paul DeJong on Monday and Tuesday and shares two more days of teachings on how to regain and live with the confi dence that God gives. On Friday, Joyce welcomes Nick Gumbel for a special Easter program.

APR 26-30 What About Me?On Monday and Tuesday, you’ll learn how to fi x your mind on God’s plan, for good. The rest of the week, Joyce teaches how to focus on others instead of waiting and wondering, “What about me?”

APR 12-16 Eat the Cookie...Buy the ShoesYou can wish you had someone else’s life, but not enjoy where you are, who you are and the progress you’ve made instead? Join Joyce for four days of teaching, along with a question and answer session on Wednesday.

MAR 15-19 Partnership: You Are HereDo you really want to help people, but don’t know where to start? Through partnership you have the ability to reach lives all around the world. And when a bunch of people partner together, amazing things will happen. Enjoy fi ve days of programs as we say thank you for all you make possible and show you how you can reach even more lives!*

APR 19-23 The Love RevolutionAt the 2009 Women’s Conference, women left ready to change the world through The Love Revolution™. Hear the same messages that spurred them to live out simple acts of God’s love every day. And on Friday, get a preview of what’s to come at Love Life: Women’s Convention 2010, with special guest Dr. Caroline Leaf.

D A I L Y T E L E C A S TPrograms air daily, Monday-Friday.

MAR 1-5 Why Do I Feel the Way I Feel?It’s been said that a person can feel 1,001 different ways in thirty days about the exact same thing. Discover how to be confi dent in what God’s Word says, so you’re not continually swayed by fi ckle feelings.

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APR 5-9 The Cure for StressAre you approaching overload? Is there just too much going on in your life and you’d love a break? Discover how and why it’s important to give your soul a vacation.

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MAR 8-12 The Connection Between Prayer and LoveCould your prayer life use a boost? Join Joyce as she shares the connection between loving others and your prayer life. Tune in Wednesday for some special encouragement on the annual Day to Heal and Restore. And on Thursday and Friday, she’ll share how to simply incorporate prayer into your everyday life.

www.facebook.com/joycemeyerministrieswww.facebook.com/handofhope

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Haiti is the poorest nation in the western hemisphere, with minimal access to health care. So when the earthquake hit in January, we stepped up our efforts to help. If you’re a partner, you were right there with us helping out after the earthquake hit, and in addition, you helped us minister to the sick last month.

Last month’s outreach took place February 20-27, at the Jesus Healing Center, founded by Joyce Meyer Ministries and operated by Love A Child. As a partner, you help keep this clinic up and running every month.

Thank you for doing your part to provide food, medical supplies and health care for the people of Haiti. Taking care of the practical needs of people gives us a greater opportunity to share Christ’s message with them.

Learn more at www.joycemeyer.org/handofhope.

JOYCE IS NOW ON FACEBOOK & TWITTERJoin the CommunityLearn more about Joyce’s books and conferences, get daily encouragement and share your own thoughts and refl ections.

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MMy son owns a red tricycle. Behind that tricycle he likes to pull a red wagon. He likes to haul stuff around in that little wagon.

One day I noticed him lugging around the large plastic Joseph from our old nativity set. So I asked my son, “Who’s in your wagon?”

“Joseph.”

“Jesus’ father?” I asked.

He looked back at the faded Joseph. Then back at me. “Yeah, God’s dad.”

I chuckled. But then it struck me—that’s exactly what we do with God...that’s exactly what I did for ten years of my life. Let me explain.

How I Destroyed My FamilyNot long ago there was a time in my life when, as a Christian, I toyed with God. Yes, I said my prayers, read my Bible and spent a lot of time at church.

But something was wrong. Very wrong.

See, for years of my so-called Christian walk, I obsessed about one thing and one thing only: Becoming a world-famous writer.

Much to the disappointment of my wife, this ambition took first place over everything else—my marriage, children, work and church.

In fact, I believed it was natural and justifiable to neglect my wife, children and God for the sake of art. But do you know the really sad part? I was miserable.

I lived that way for ten years until I finally crashed and burned.

It shouldn’t have surprised me. The Bible teaches that pride comes before a fall.

So true.

Then God Turned Me AroundIn the end, I realized I wasn’t pulling God around in my little wagon. I was pulling around an idol, just like my son. The real God was waiting for me to surrender.

God is not a toy we can pull around. He’s not even our “copilot.” He’s the Creator who made us. The Shepherd who guides us. The Savior who paid the price for our salvation.

In essence: He’s in control. And usually we’re out of control.

So let me challenge you with this: How’s your spiritual life? Is it full of joy and peace? Or is it dominated by frustration and anxiety?

If it’s the latter, there’s good news: You don’t have to live like that. A full, complete surrender to God means incomprehensible joy and peace.

It means you get to let go of your fears and play like a child again. Which sounds like a lot of fun, don’t you think?

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The Joy of Surrendering Your Ambitions

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