Don't Be Distracted

I came across this old post today and felt I should re-run it.... I pray it speaks to you...

I was going through some of my sermon notes recently and came across something I printed out in 2003. Finding it was timely. I plan on printing it up and framing it for both Craig and myself! It was taken from the site of Harry and Cheryl Salem, both great ministers of the gospel. I thought I ‘d share it in blog-form!

Eight Distractions from Destiny

*BROKEN FOCUS
Satan’s first attack is on the mind with lies, condemnation, accusations and temptations. Live by the Word!

*PEOPLE
Negative people are dream stealers. Be careful who you allow to influence your thinking and behavior.

*AN OFFENDED HEART
Let go of heavy burdens.

*DOUBLE MINDEDNESS
Do one thing well.

*LACK OF DIRECTION
Lack of direction opens the door to confusion. Seek God for a good road map.

*TIME
It takes time for the seed of vision to grow. Let go of instant gratification mentality.

*THE COMPARISON TRAP
Jealousy is the root cause of comparison. Don’t get caught in the trap.

*FEAR
Fear attacks our mind and emotions. Fear cannot defeat you unless you allow it to get its claws into you.

Lena

This past Sunday one of Haley's friends attended church with us. It was her very first time in a Protestant church. Lena grew up Muslim. Her family allowed her to sleep over and go to church with us.

I watched her wide eyed through the service and as Haley explained things to her in whispered tones. she went to kids' church with Haley and gave her heart to Jesus!

I didn't post Lena's picture here because I don't have her family's permission, but I would like to ask everyone to pray for Lena and her family! I have seen many families come to Christ doe to the conversion of a child! Like the scripture says, "... a little child will lead them." (Is. 11:6)

Love & Blessings!