Encouragement

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You


You are a gift to the world fashioned by the hands of God.
You are special and one of a kind.
Your life can be what you want it to be,
If you will take it one day at a time.

Count your blessings, not your worries, fears and troubles
And you will make it through whatever comes your way.
You have so many possibilities.
Learn about the world around you, understand who you are,
Have courage, be strong, hate not, fear not.

Do not put limits on yourself.
Your dreams are waiting to be realized no matter your age.
Do not leave your important decisions to chance.
Reach for the heavens, pray to the Almighty,
Fulfill your dreams, claim your crown!

Nothing wastes more energy than worry, fear and uncertainty.
The longer a problem is carried, the heavier it gets
And the more difficult to work through.
Do not take things too seriously—laugh, smile, relax!
Live a life centered in prayer, service to others, self-discipline—not a life of regrets.

Remember that love is not what you get but what you GIVE.
Remember trials, suffering and pain will come.
But know that it is God’s test—hang in there and never, ever give up loving God.
Remember friendship is a wise investment that pays in dividends.
Life’s treasures are people…working and respecting each other.

Have faith in God, be hopeful and be happy!
Take the time to pray daily as there is a God Who is loving and merciful.
And do not ever forget for even one day
How very, very special YOU are!

Stephen A. Peterson © 2007

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