Fasting from Negativity

Here is a great idea I saw on Steve and Wendy Backlund’s “Ignited Hope” website. It is called a “Negativity Fast”. It will help you get your eyes off the problems of life and onto God’s promises. See the download section on their website for some free positive teaching. Why not give the negativity fast a go?

blessings from
Bob Lipsys

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40 Day Negativity Fast
Igniting Your Faith in 40 Days

What a Negativity Fast is Not:
1. It is not denying that problems exist
2. It is not covering up things that are wrong
3. It is not critical of others who may be struggling
4. It is not irresponsible concerning things that need to be done

What a Negativity Fast Is:
1. It is determining to focus more on God's promises than on problems
2. It is learning to speak with hope about even the toughest of issues
3. It is becoming "solution focused" rather than "problem focused"
4. It is refraining from reacting and giving voice to pessimism, criticism of others, self-criticism and other forms of unbelief.
5. It is speaking about problems to the right people in the right way
6. It is replacing negative words & thoughts with positive words & thoughts based on the promises of God

by Steve and Wendy Backlund
http://www.ignitedhope.com

Success in any situation: Even when the Share Market Crashes.

Check out this great article by Doug Addison. I first read it over 6 months ago. Today it is even more relevant. Check out Doug's Web site. Good Material

Blessed in any situation

by Doug Addison

see http://www.dougaddison.com
Two verses from the Bible that I keep hearing over and over are, "Seek first God's Kingdom" and "Do not be afraid!" Historically God has moved very powerfully during times of world crisis. I have been reflecting on the life of Joseph, son of Jacob in Genesis. Joseph experienced quite a bit of turmoil in his life. He was also a very good dream interpreter and was known for his wisdom. Joseph interpreted a dream for Pharaoh regarding seven years of abundance coming to Egypt that would be followed by seven years of famine (Genesis 41).

Not only did Joseph accurately interpret the dream, he made a very powerful application on how Pharaoh should respond. He advised to store up grain and provisions during the time of plenty so that Egypt could supply the world during the down time. Pharaoh was so moved at the wisdom that God had given Joseph that he put him in charge of his entire palace and he was allowed to spearhead the proposed project.

Interestingly, after the famine hit, God used Joseph to bless his father Jacob (Israel) and all of his brothers. During a world crisis, Israel received gold, new clothes and a place of honor in Egypt (Gen 45:16-19). I am convinced that we can be blessed by God in any situation and in turn be a blessing to the rest of the world.

I have outlined a few key points to consider to prepare you for what lies ahead.
- Do not allow fear and panic to control your life. The ploy of darkness is to get our focus off of God. Be at peace.

- Listen to God and allow Him to guide you. The safest place to be is in God's will.

- Just as Joseph made a practical application to the interpretation of a dream, we too need to respond when God speaks to us.

- Do not make any major decisions or changes without solid confirmation.

- As big businesses fail, small businesses will begin to increase. This is a time to expect blessings in businesses.

- There are a lot of prophecies of doom and judgment flying around. Don't let these words discourage you from What God is calling you to do.

-Be sure to laugh and enjoy the ride of life!

Blessings,
Doug Addison

http://www.dougaddison.com