On the way…

Sue’s Views 

Many of us grew up thinking something was wrong with us ….. because we were different. We desperately tried to ‘fit in’ ….. but were left feeling rejected and lonely. Remember the story of ‘The Ugly Duckling?’ His story turned out ok ….. and so will yours! God doesn’t do ‘ugly’ ….. or ‘insignificant’ ….. He only does ‘Good’! You are His! Now that’s a label I can wear!

Sue’s Views

Is God calling you to do something difficult ….. maybe something you haven’t done before? Feeling hesitant and uncertain? The path less travelled only attracts the adventurous and the ‘pioneers’ ….. but remember God has already walked that path and knows where it leads. Your obedience can make a pathway for others! If He is calling you ….. you can be sure He will be with you every step of the way. 

Sue’s Views

The rings on a palm tree don’t tell you how old the tree is. They are formed by the branches that once grew there ….. but have fallen off. The tree continues to grow and form new branches. Life is full of new experiences ….. some we are only too happy to let go of ….. some we find difficult to part with. The good news is that we continue to grow ….. and new things await us. Things that are beyond our imagination!

Sue’s Views

Today is the 29th February and it only comes round every four years. It’s like a bonus ….. so let’s make it special! Maybe do something you’ve been putting off because of lack of time. Or use it to do something that requires a ‘leap’ of faith! However you spend this day ….. let’s be thankful for our Heavenly Father who always gives us more than we deserve.

Sue’s Views

Every so often ….. we are reminded of something from the past. It may be sparked by words we hear ….. something we see ….. or read ….. but it makes you feel uncomfortable or even ashamed. These memories are there for a reason. Left unattended they will entangle you and hinder your progress. The way to freedom is to acknowledge them ….. and deal with the root. It may be you need to repent of something ….. or forgive someone. Then you can shake off any lies attached to the memory and move on.

Sue’s Views

There’s always that one who has to draw attention to themselves! It’s often a coverup for what’s really going on inside. Inferiority ….. low self esteem ….. or rejection ….. can cause people to act in ways that communicate the opposite. Instead of rejecting them further ….. try to look beyond the exterior ….. and give them the validation they so badly need.

Sue’s Views 

Do you have a ‘challenging’ relationship in your life? Someone who ‘rubs you up the wrong way’ ….. or brings out the ‘worst’ in you? No doubt they are there for a reason. Either to rub a few rough edges off you? ….. or for you to help smooth some off them. Either way ….. my advice is to yield to the process. Running away from it only means there will be a bigger ‘brick’ waiting for you further down the track!

Sue’s Views 

Rest is a vital part of life! Even the electronic gadgets …..that so often rob us of sleep ….. need recharging regularly! Overuse = short life span! It’s the same with us! Overworking does not mean more productivity …..  success ….. or money. Amazing things happen to your body and soul while you sleep so don’t deprive yourself of this wonderful gift!

Sue’s Views

Life is full of challenges! It seems that just when you are enjoying a break from the last one ….. another one looms up. A situation that takes you out of your comfort zone ….. a commitment you have to meet when you’d rather stay home ….. or something you are afraid of failing in.  Being comfortable ….. staying home ….. and playing it safe might look tempting ….. but it won’t grow you or develop you. So accept that challenge! Meet that commitment! Face that fear! You’ll be glad you did! As the song goes ….. It’s the Climb!