Do You Feel Lost and Uncertain? 5 Ways to Increase Your Faith Today

January 11, 2023January 11, 2023 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

The journey of faith can be full of ups and downs, twists and turns. There will be times when you feel close to God and everything seems to be going your way, and there will be times when you feel lost and uncertain. But no matter what challenges you face, it’s important to remember that God is with you every step of the way.

Trust in God’s plan. When faced with challenges, it’s natural to want to take control and try to fix things on your own. But it’s important to remember that God has a plan for your life and that His ways are higher than our ways (Isaiah 55:8-9). Trust that God is in control and that He will work everything out for your good (Romans 8:28).
Seek support from other believers. One of the most valuable aspects of being a Christian is the sense of community and belonging that comes from being part of a church family. When you’re facing challenges, don’t be afraid to reach out to other believers for support and encouragement.
Find joy in the journey. It’s easy to get caught up in the struggles and challenges of life and lose sight of the joy and beauty that surrounds us. But the Bible tells us that we can choose to rejoice in any circumstance (Philippians 4:4). Make an effort to find joy in the journey, even when things are tough.
Remember that God is with you. The Bible is full of assurances that God is with us, no matter what we face. Remember that God is with you and that He will never leave you or forsake you (Deuteronomy 31:6).
Keep your eyes on Jesus. When things get tough, it’s easy to become focused on our own problems and struggles. But the Bible tells us to fix our eyes on Jesus and let Him be our guide (Hebrews 12:2). Keep your focus on Jesus and His Word, and let Him lead you through whatever challenges come your way.

The journey of faith is not always easy, but it is filled with joy and purpose. By trusting in God’s plan, seeking support from other believers, and keeping your focus on Jesus, you can navigate the challenges of life and find joy along the way.

6 Practical Tips for Calming the Mind and Deepening Your Faith

January 9, 2023January 8, 2023 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

Life can be challenging, especially when it comes to calming your mind. It’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day demands of life and lose sight of what truly matters. But by following a few practical tips, you can stay focused on your faith and live a life that is calm, fulfilling and meaningful.

Set aside regular time for prayer and Bible study. The Bible is the word of God and contains valuable guidance and wisdom for daily living. Set aside time each day to read and reflect on the Bible, and make time to pray and communicate with God.
Seek out Christian mentors and accountability partners. Having someone to walk with you on your faith journey can be incredibly helpful. Consider finding a Christian mentor or accountability partner who can offer guidance and support as you grow in your faith.
Get involved in a small group or ministry. Connecting with other believers and serving others is an important part of deepening your faith. Find a small group or ministry at your church or in your community where you can connect with others and serve those in need.
Practice gratitude and thankfulness. Focusing on the things you are thankful for can help you maintain a positive outlook and keep your faith strong. Make it a habit to regularly express gratitude for the blessings in your life.
Stay committed to your faith, even in difficult times. There will be times when your faith is tested and it’s easy to doubt or become discouraged. But by staying committed to your faith and relying on God’s strength and guidance, you can weather any storm.
Share your faith with others. Jesus instructed us to spread the good news of his love and salvation to others. Find ways to share your faith with others, whether it’s through your words or your actions.

By following these practical tips, you can live a life of purpose and deepen your faith in the process. Remember, the journey of faith is not always easy, but it is rewarding and fulfilling. So, stay committed to your faith and trust in God’s plan for your life.

8 Ways To Overcome Worry Today

January 2, 2023 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

Worry is a natural part of life, and it is something that everyone experiences from time to time. However, when worry becomes excessive and persistent, it can harm our mental and physical health. It can cause us to feel anxious, stressed, and depressed and interfere with our ability to function effectively in our daily lives.

If you find yourself worrying excessively, here are 8 strategies you can try to help you get over your worries and find peace of mind.

Identify the source of your worry. Often, worry is fueled by our fears and concerns about the future. It can be helpful to take a step back and identify the specific things causing you to worry. Are you worried about your job, relationship, health, or something else? Once you have identified the source of your worry, you can start to work on finding solutions and taking action to address your concerns.
Challenge negative thoughts. Our thoughts play a significant role in how we feel; when we worry, we tend to have negative, irrational, and unrealistic thoughts. Challenging these thoughts and replacing them with more realistic and positive ones can be helpful. For example, if you think, “I’m going to fail my exams,” try to reframe that thought as “I have studied hard and am prepared for my exams. I may not get the grades I want, but that doesn’t define my worth as a person.”
Practice mindfulness. Mindfulness is the practice of being present in the moment without judgment. It involves paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and sensations in a non-reactive way. When you worry, you tend to get caught up in your thoughts and concerns about the future and lose touch with the present moment. By practising mindfulness, you can learn to let go of your worries and focus on the present, which can help to reduce stress and anxiety.
Take action. If you are worried about something specific, it can be helpful to take action to address the problem. This might involve seeking help or support, making a plan, or taking steps to resolve the issue. By taking action, you can feel more in control of your life and more capable of dealing with your worries.
Seek support. Sometimes, it can be helpful to talk to someone about your worries. This might be a friend, family member, or mental health professional. Talking about your concerns can help you feel less alone and give you a different perspective on your situation.
Practice relaxation techniques. Many relaxation techniques can help to reduce stress and anxiety, including deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and meditation. These techniques can help calm your mind and body and provide you with a sense of relaxation and peace.
Get regular exercise. Exercise has been shown to have several benefits for mental health, including reducing stress and anxiety. It can be helpful to incorporate regular exercise into your routine, whether it is going for a walk, running, swimming, or participating in a sport or fitness class.
Take care of your physical health. Our physical health can significantly impact our mental health, and it is essential to take care of ourselves by getting enough sleep, eating a healthy diet, and practising self-care.

Implementing these strategies allows you to cope with your worries and find peace of mind. It may not be easy, but with time and practice, you can develop the skills and resilience to handle your worries and live a happier, more fulfilling life.

Do you hide Behind Your Screen?

June 19, 2022June 19, 2022 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

The other day having a coffee, a group of college students walked in and took a seat; without a word, they took their phones out and scrolled for a few minutes. Then they started occasionally chatting to each other; it was as if the phone was protection, used to fuel the conversation; when it got going, the phones went down for a few minutes, and then it was back to the phones.

This pattern seemed to continue.

Are we so afraid of who we are that we need Facebook, snapchat and countless others apps to fuel our conversations?

It got me questioning what are we searching for in all these apps? Is it meaning, is it approval, is it acceptance?

For me, life is about connecting with people; it’s about listening; it’s about helping each other.

We all crave attention. We all desire to be connected to something bigger than ourselves.

We naturally have a spiritual connection to God, but it is so subtly that we can take it for granted, searching for it somewhere else.

To feel a spiritual connection takes relaxation, calmness and peace, and when do we have time for that?

I have nothing against technology at all; only for it; I would not be connecting with you today, but it’s so important that we take the time to switch it off.

When I started to do this recently, I found myself feeling very sleepy and often fell asleep. Unfortunately, this is not uncommon; when phones, laptops, and tv constantly stimulate the mind, it continually processes information.

Take time today, 2 min, 5 mins, 10 min. Whatever you can spare, and close your eyes. Do it right now.

Feel the world around you, the noises, the sensations in your body, and know that you are loved.

The mind needs calmness for at least 10-20minutes of each day.

When you don’t give your mind a rest, all the tension and stress build-up, and over time it can lead to illness and pain.

If you feel overwhelmed at this time, I highly recommend trying the following. First, take time to be still the mind; no phones, no laptops or tablets, no tv.

It could be in the form of prayer, walking in nature, swimming, running etc.

When you give yourself this time, stress and tension will subside, and you will see problems and difficulties from a new perspective.

Done regularly, you will see significant changes in your life.

My Experience with Covid

February 1, 2022February 3, 2022 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

In September last year, I myself got Covid. And from that experience I understood why governments were so concerned. At that time it was the Delta variant. I will never forget the pain in my head, the closest I can describe it is, as if there was a heavy weight on my head at all times, plus my head felt constantly hot.

Then there was the uncontrollable coughing, that at times felt like it wouldn’t stop, which affected my breathing. I had to learn to relax and breathe slowly in throught my nose and out throught my mouth, so that I would not panic. Plus, I lost my taste of food, which limited me to the simplest of meals.

But the worse part of all was my bodes inability to regulated my body temperature. Meaning that I was unable to sleep for long period of time.

Thankfuly after two weeks I felt much better.

But as bad as having Covid was, for me it wasnt the worse part of the last two years.

For me, it has been the countless stories spread online, only leading to me feeling anxious and confused. This virus affects everyone differently, so when some people get it and have mild systoms they wonder what all the fuss is about which leads to frustration and anger.

The internet is a wonderful creation, but the last two years have shown its darkside.

Thankfully now there is talk of the virus becoming endemic, (coming to an end) as the Omicron variant is much less mild but also highly transmissible meaning that it is now the dominant variant. And the other more harmful variant will fade away. Also, studies are showing that natural immunity is giving people as much protection against the virus as the covid vaccine, which is exellent news.

2022 is finally showing us rays of hope that we all so desperately need.

What have we learnt?

The pandemic has shown just how much we take for granted. Firstly, and most importantly, our freedoms. The ability to do what we want when we want. Then there is the fact that any delays in the food chain can leave us without essential supplies in weeks.

The glamour life most of us live is nothing but smoke and mirrors.

The mirrors (media) help create an illusion, and the smoke (technolgy, internet, phones, apps) is frequently used to divert our attention.

Its time that we all wake up to the fact that the world that has been sold to us is fake. “Life isn’t about having, it’s about being. You could surround yourself with all that money can buy, and you would still be miserable.

I know people with perfect bodies, with the perfect job, the perfect house who don’t have half the happiness I’ve found. On my journeys I’ve seen more joy in the slums of Peru than in wealthy estates worth millions.

Why is that?

When you look for happiness in mere objects, you will l find that they are never enough.

You will only find contentment when you use your natural talents and and abitities. When you recognise that the, “if I just had X, then I would be happy syndrome is a mass delusion.

True happiness comes from helping others and from accepting who we are, flaws and all.

Wishing you all the best in 2022.

Focus On The Good

July 24, 2021 Live Today With Faith1 Comment

With so much negativity all around me, it is refreshing to see people moving forward and planning for the future.

Focusing on the good in difficult times is challenging; there is no doubt about that. But when you look at the alternative, concentrating on the bad, then it is a task worth investing your time.

When you focus on the negative, you will notice that the problem you have will grow bigger and bigger, you will begin to see things that you didn’t think of at first.

Worrying and feeling anxious very rarely, if ever, resolves a situation. However, what does help is sitting down and asking yourself what you can do to make things better and whatever you come up with, getting to work on it without delay.

When you focus on solutions, you will find them.

Enjoy your weekend.

How to Fill Up on Faith When You Are Full of Fear

July 17, 2021 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

I can only speak for myself, but the last year has been one of the most challenging years in my life. Usually, a person of great faith, that faith has been shaken.

Almost every conversation I have with people nowadays is rooted in fear. People are worried about the future, uncertain of what the future holds. And rightfully so, there are a lot of unknowns moving forward.

2020/21 has been a very confusing time, and it’s quite natural to be fearful, so how can you increase your faith when you are full of fear?

Well, the first step is to realise that FEAR is the absence of FAITH. Meaning that if you are feeling fearful, you are purposely or unintentionally focusing on more fearful thoughts.

So how can you reverse this?

Take it upon yourself to focus more on faith.

This is not easy, but what has helped me immensely is to connect with nature as often as I can. Although, of course, sometimes the negative thoughts are so strong that you can not shake them off.

When I find that negative thoughts have a firm hold of me, I have learned from experience that you must change up your routine.

So instead of the familiar, go to a new location, walk through a forest or beside the ocean. When surrounded by new places, our minds are forced to take in further information; when we walk on uneven surfaces or hear new sounds, our minds have no choice but to take our awareness into the present moment; otherwise, we may bump into something or trip or fall.

As powerful as the mind is, it can only think of one thought at a time, so if it is torturing you with the same thought over and over, it is time that you change your surroundings. You will not believe the difference that it makes.

What most people do, however, is they keep the same routine, letting the same thoughts replay day after day, not knowing that there is a better way.

Most of us have plenty to worry about, but the more we dwell on our worries, the bigger they grow.

Increasing your faith is about changing your focus; it’s about connecting more with nature and connecting more with God. You can make the shift; you get to choose how you spend your time; you can spend time doing things that build you up or things that tear you down.

Choose today to get close to God and spend time surrounded by his beautiful creation. Spend time with the people that build you up and want the best for you. Do the things that bring you joy and happiness and give you the most pleasure.

Getting through this pandemic is difficult; your mind will default to the negative, and the reason for this is that there is negativity all around us. Therefore, we must take it upon ourselves to feed our minds with information to build us up and help us grow.

The most crucial time to do this is first thing in the morning. It is reported that the first 30-60 minutes set the tone for the day. So play, read, or listen to something that will uplift your spirit and make you feel good.

Change up your routine. If your default is checking emails and notifications, put that off until after breakfast; if it is to tune into the morning news, put on some music instead.

It sounds almost too simple to be effective, but you will not believe the difference that it makes.

You give yourself the chance to experience life without being bombarded with marketing and negative news.

Everyone needs a ray of light in their lives, be a ray of sunshine for someone else this weekend.

Thanks for reading.

God bless you all.

Feeling Drained Off All Your Energy?

July 4, 2021 Live Today With Faith3 Comments

There is so much uncertainty in our world, and if you are not careful,
fear can take control of your thinking.

Layer on top of that past hurts, regrets, and disappointments, and
you may feel drained of all your energy.

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in your power to remove. Necessary to strengthen your faith and build
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The Power to Change Your Life

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We know we must change; we know it would be beneficial, but something holds us back? Fear, doubt and worry play their part, but I believe the real reason we find it hard to change is much deeper…

We are all born with unlimited potential, but over time, most of that potential fades away.

But why?

Growing up we are constantly reminded of our limitations.

Maybe a parent, guardian or classmate told you something so many times that you believed them. “You’re aiming too high. No one has ever done that before. Better to play it safe, don’t take risks.

They might have meant well, but they were projecting their fears and failures on you. Because they might have tried, or they don’t believe that they can do it. It’s important to know that it’s not really about you. It’s about what they feel and their fears inside.

Or maybe what was said was more destructive, “You’re not good enough, you’re not intelligent enough, you haven’t got what it takes. You haven’t got the looks or the confidence.

If you were told any of these types of things as a child, it is quite natural to experience resentment, anger, or bitterness when you replay what was said or done. But it is so vital that you release them feelings or they will get the best of you.

Down Memory Lane

Growing up, I was bullied, meaning I felt inferior to others for most of my life. I didn’t feel like I was popular enough. Intelligent enough, talented enough. No doubt holding this attitude had an impact on my life. But thankfully, I never held negative feelings towards the people that hurt me. I just kept moving forward and did my best.

Only years later did I realise that holding this attitude was a gift.

To make progress, to be truly happy, healthy, and successful, you must learn to let go of the past so that it doesn’t affect you in the present. What happened may not have been fair. What was done to you was wrong, but letting it replay in your mind will not help. All that replaying the hurt will do is make you more depressed, angrier, and more enraged.

Replaying past events can even make you doubt yourself, which will affect your language, meaning you say things like, “I couldn’t do that, I can’t learn new things, I’m not good with people, relationships, money, etc.

The negativity of the past can affect you in the present; it can affect your faith, it can affect your thinking, making you question what you can and can not do.

One hurt or mistake can limit what you can achieve.

The one person that hurt you can cause you to mistrust everyone and make you think that all people are the same. They’re not.

The one mistake you made can make you doubtful of your abilities, meaning you never try anything that challenges you or anything new.

But it doesn’t have to be that way.

When you remove all negativity from your thinking, your faith will grow. meaning you will speak more confidently, and expect good things to come into your path.

By taking specific steps, your life can improve in amazing ways.

In my new book, The Power to Change Your Life, I break down the process in a simple, understandable way. Not in a list of dos and don’ts, but through relatable stories that will help you digest the information quick and easily.

There are seeds of greatness within each of us, but those seeds can lie dormant when we choose to focus on the past.

If someone gave you a plant to look after, you would love and care for it, ensuring that it got the maximum amount of nutrients and light. But for some reason, we choose to neglect the gift of life because of a few wrong decisions and hurts?

Resulting in us growing weak and never having the strength to bloom.

Choose to plant your seeds of greatness today, and you will not believe what you will achieve.

Experience the power of change; let the loving energy of God flow into your life.

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Stuck in overthinking?

June 27, 2021June 26, 2021 Live Today With FaithLeave a comment

When you start to overthink a past hurt or mistake them, thoughts will soon fill your mind. What happened may have happened years ago, but within minutes you can be feeling the same feelings as if it only happened yesterday.

Regret, pain, and bitterness can rob you of your joy.

And once negativity gets a hold of you, it can be tough to shake it off.

If you are feeling overwhelmed at this time, it can seem like there is no hope, that there is no way that things can get better. Emotions like fear, worry and doubt can blind you from opportunities that are right in front of your eyes.

But there is a solution…

You must actively fill your mind with faith.

Thinking thoughts of faith may seem simple, but it’s not. And the reason, the last thing you want to do when you are feeling down is to read something that will lift you up. Reading words of faith when you are in the grips of fear will initially make you feel uncomfortable, but when you do, something remarkable happens.

Your faith is released.

Knowing will soon replace doubt; peace will soon replace worry.

When life is not going to plan, the negative thoughts will come, telling you that you’re not good enough, smart enough, talented enough, but you must develop ways to remove those limiting thoughts and replace them with ideas that will give you strength to propel you forward.

Nothing is impossible to the person who challenges their fears and chooses to release their faith.