Are you Near the Edge????

April 15, 2009 ·

As my sister persuaded me away from the ledge today with chocolate and Diet Dr. Pepper, I begin to wonder, "Am I alone?" Am I the only one tired of all of this bad news? Am I the only one who thinks that if we only report bad news, that we will create more sinking stock markets, scared to invest investors, and inevitably, even more bad news?? Are you confused about what exactly the economic indicators are indicating? Are you getting your professional act right on; going to work on time, eating lunch at your desk, leaving late? Or, are you un- or underemployed wondering how long your finances can await change from this new administration? Dang, do you just neeeed a lil change?? I think we all have our own private obstacles right now and we all have to find that special someone or something positive to get us from the ledge. While trying to locate my own opportunities in the mist of all of this turmoil, I suggest you try to come out of this recession, your oppression, or even the ledge, a better educated creative individual. A couple of suggestions:

This is a great time to further your education. That MBA or Masters you always wanted, now is the time to go get it.

More businesses start from recessions than during good financial times, probably out of necessity. Take business classes including writing a business plan, deciding upon an idea, and internet marketing. Check out

But definitely, most importantly, inch away from the ledge . . .

These tips are all fine. But to really get to the "root" issue, we need a spiritual perspective. A  real "makeover." So, as I encouraged her to listen to the Chocolate Pages show this evening online (she's in Houston) - I want to encourage you too!

If you are fed up, close the edge or just need your faith built up - listen tonight from two of my favorite authors: Bill Winston and Kate McVeigh. (If you're in Detroit, you can actually catch the "7 Days of Faith" at Straight Gate. Bill Winston is preaching there tonight at 7 p.m.)

Stop in if you get a chance or listen to the show live at

www.blogtalkradio.com/chocolatepages at 6 pm EST

You can call in too OR You can even listen to the show afterward, as it'll be archived and available for download.

Dr. Bill Winston

https://www.bwm.org/ 

William (Bill) S. Winston is a visionary leader with an insightful awareness of what people need to succeed and how he can empower them for success. Born in Tuskegee, Alabama, Bill credits the strong community and spiritual influences that surrounded him while growing up for the bold determination to be successful and to help others succeed. As a young boy, he was influenced by the courageous examples and historic aviation accomplishments of the Tuskegee Airmen. As a young man, he attended the internationally known Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University) where the spirit of invention and leadership permeated the environment.

After graduating from Tuskegee Institute, Bill served for six years as a fighter pilot in the United States Air Force, where he received numerous awards and medals for his superior flying skills. His extraordinary achievement in aerial flight earned him The Distinguished Flying Cross, The Air Medal for performance in combat, and Squadron Top Gun Pilot competitions. After completing his military service, Bill joined the IBM Corporation as a marketing representative. His exceptional managerial and relational skills rapidly earned him several promotions within the organization. Before he resigned in 1985 to enter full-time ministry, he was a regional marketing manager in IBM's Midwest Region and was responsible for more than $35 million in sales revenue per year.

Today, Bill Winston is Founder and Pastor of Living Word Christian Center, a 15,000-member church located in Forest Park, Illinois. The church has a broad range of entities including a Bible Training Center, a School of Ministry and Missions, the Joseph Business School, the Forest Park Plaza shopping mall, Living Word Christian Academy, and many others. He also hosts the Believer's Walk of Faith television and radio broadcast which reaches more than 80 million households nation-wide and overseas.

Pastor Winston is also the Founder and Chairman of The Joseph Center® for Business Development, Chairman of the Board of New Covenant Community Bank (a bank presently in organization), and President of New Covenant Community Development Corporation whose mission is to revitalize communities spiritually and economically. He is married to Veronica and is the father of three children: Melody, Nicole, and David

"I want to encourage you to see who you

really are in Christ.  In Him, you are more than

a conqueror, deeply loved, accepted by God,

and made righteous through the blood of

Jesus."

This is the heart of evangelist and author Kate McVeigh.  Through her television, radio, and teaching ministry, Kate has touched the lives of literally millions of people around the globe with her message of hope, help, healing and abundant life through Jesus Christ.  One woman writes, "I want you to know how incredibly blessed I have been by your ministry!  About a month ago I attended one of your meetings; I have since read your book, 'The Blessing of Favor', and I listen to your program every day.  My life and my marriage have been totally transformed!  My eyes have been opened to so much of God's will for my life, and His promises for me.  What an amazing God we serve!"

Since giving her life to the Lord at sixteen years old, Kate has answered the call on her life to preach the gospel.  Though hers was once a life filled with thoughts of suicide, low self-esteem and constant ridicule, God transformed Kate into a new creation - and now uses her as a powerful instrument to deliver His Word to a hurting world.  As the author of several books, Kate challenges and encourages you to realize all that you are meant to be in Christ.  In "The Voice of Faith" nationwide daily radio broadcast, Kate Delivers a combination of her own personal experiences with a down-to-earth teaching of the Word.  And in her meetings throughout the United States and abroad, God Continues to save, heal, and set people free to walk in total victory.

Listen to the show tonight at 6 pm. and have an opportunity to win free books!

www.blogtalkradio.com/chocolatepages