Focus

Whatever we focus on, we become. Wherever we put our energies or attention, those things develop. Where the mind goes, the man/woman follows.
If we focus on only the negative things in our lives, we become negative people. Everything, including our conversations become negative! We lose our joy and live miserable lives, and it all starts with our own thinking!
Sometimes we create our own problems by thinking them and letting them possess us! We need to think about what we are thinking about. It can make us discouraged, depressed and then we wonder why we are, Negative thoughts are fuel for discouragement, depression, and lots of unpleasant emotions.
We need to choose our thoughts carefully. We can think about what is wrong with our lives or what is right with them. We can think about the negative in people or look for the good in them. The Bible teaches us to believe the best. When we do that, it makes our own lives happier and more peaceful.
I have a great life, a loving husband, children and grandchildren. My church family is awesome and supportive. I want to focus on God's grace and give thanks for all of the good things in my life. I have chosen to try to distance myself from negative thoughts and negative people.
Our thoughts also determine our destiny. Proverbs 23:7 states: For as he thinks in his heart, so is he. Thoughts are powerful, they aren't just words that flow through our minds. It is very important for US to decide what we will ALLOW to rest inside of our minds.
We can't have a positive life and a negative mind. Our thoughts, or focus, is what determines where we end up. Pray for thoughts that are clean, pure, and uplifting.

I'll step off of my soapbox now. Hope our 8 month old granddaughter is pulling herself up, she will be walking soon. She is a happy girl. She is going to take care of her cousins this week!

Please pray for Jimmy, Robin Gray's Dad as he is beginning hospice.
Also:
The family of Lloyd Ballard, who went to Jesus this week.
Francesco of Italy accepted Christ please pray that he starts to grow and that
he will come to church, that he will be an active part of the body, and that
he would not fear to live his faith in the midst of a culture that mocks
Jesus. Usually, following a decision of this kind, most Italians come under
severe attack.
Federica of Italy beginning to really question for herself
Believers in Italy who are ministering to the people.
Kennedy Hall had a CT scan last week and everything is healing normally.
The Texans as they adjust to the growth in their family.
The Floridians as they travel.