In the last article about finding balance, we learned that for the Christian, a balanced life is lived “knowing” within yourself that you are at the center of God’s will for your life. You are where you are supposed to be, doing what you’re supposed to be doing in your time or life stage - in your place - using your gifts, talents, and resources - for those people God places in your life. In case you missed it, click HERE. This article will begin a series of things you can do
Proverbs 1:9 "Indeed they are a graceful wreath to your head and ornaments about your neck" graceful wreath The word graceful is the Hebrew word hen which means grace or favor. The word wreath is the Hebrew word liwya which only occurs twice in the Old Testament. In that day when a person wanted to show that you were a favored person because you had done something significant or you were deeply loved or valued, they would present you with a wreath made out of various material
There are many definitions of what a balanced life is today. Some view balance from a holistic approach, such as: health + happiness + prosperity = balance; or a syncing up of the mind, body, and soul. Some believe you can achieve balance by simply having a positive outlook, focusing on good habits, and lowering stress. And you’ve probably heard the balance buzzwords, like the need to practice yoga. Breathe. Meditate. Be intentional. Promote feelings of well being. Work-life
Proverbs 14:8 "The wisdom of the sensible (prudent) is to understand his way, but the foolishness of fools is deceit" The person who is goal-oriented is clear about what he is good at and what he is not good at. There is a way to each of us: how we are wired up; whether we are detailed or see the big picture; whether we are extroverted or introverted; whether we take into account how others will react to our decisions or just look at the facts to make decisions; whether we re