What does your success look like?
by paulblake | June 20, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
An interviewer said to Mike Tyson, “you are a great person.” Mike responded, I don’t want to be great, I want to be good. I know a lot of great people, but they aren’t good people.”
6 Simple ways to pursue abundant living.
by paulblake | June 6, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Life doesn’t have to be as complicated as we make it. We crowd our days with meaningless things and miss the most important lessons.
My list of 7 powerful affirmations.
by paulblake | May 31, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
We are only human and in need of affirmation from time to time. We don’t always admit it, but we all go through our personal struggles with doubt and fear. Sometimes it takes a reminder from someone who believes in us to get us back on track.
6 Steps to get the most out of every day.
by paulblake | May 24, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Every day is a gift. There will never be another opportunity to live this day again; therefore, it is important to get the most out of it. Things will not happen to us by accident.
5 Simple rules of life.
by paulblake | May 10, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Life does not have to be full of complications. Try your best to avoid chaos in your life and see how much happier you will be.
Do these 5 things every day.
by paulblake | May 3, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
You will not get more out of life than you are willing to put into it.
6 Ways to help identify your passion.
by paulblake | April 19, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Many people are clueless about what drives them. This often leads them to settle for lives of mediocrity and unfulfilled dreams.
5 More tips for self-love.
by paulblake | April 11, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
In last week’s blog post we looked at important tips for self-love. Knowing how to love ourselves helps us to make better decisions about our lives
5 Tips for self-love.
by paulblake | April 4, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
In Mark 12: 31, Jesus gives the second of the great commandments “and you shall love your neighbor as yourself”.
4 Bad habits to quit today.
by paulblake | March 29, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Habits are routine behaviours we repeat regularly, consciously or unconsciously. Habits are usually choices we make which eventually become patterns in our lives.
7 Truths you need to believe to live abundantly.
by paulblake | March 21, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
The things we believe shape abundant living. In Proverbs 23: 7, the wise king Solomon puts it in perspective our outward behaviours are significantly driven by what is going on internally.
Everything needs time: 5 Reminders from my mango tree.
by paulblake | March 14, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 3 Comments
We moved to our new home in 2008 and, like any proud homeowner; I planted some trees.
4 Lies we should not tell ourselves.
by paulblake | March 8, 2022 | Abundant living, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
What we believe about ourselves will shape the way we live our lives. Our thoughts are so powerful if we convince ourselves we are failures, we will do everything to fail.
3 Things about critical thinking
by paulblake | March 4, 2022 | Abundant living, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
As we navigate life, the ability to think critically will be very useful. Sadly, most people we meet daily are not critical thinkers.
4 things you can do to think positive.
by paulblake | March 1, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
A mind is a powerful tool, yet it is also the most destructive if not used properly. Proverbs 23: 7 is a reminder that what we think about will eventually come out in our actions.
5 things you can do to stop worrying.
by paulblake | February 23, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Worrying can be a painful and unhealthy experience. We rarely change anything about our circumstances by indulging in this useless activity.
My response is my responsibility
by paulblake | February 15, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” This prayer of serenity gets me every time, and I try my best to live by it. I don’t get it right all the time, but I find when I do it makes my life less complicated.
Stop Overthinking!
by paulblake | February 8, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Overthinking stuff is as bad as procrastination. Overthinking will cause us to refuse to pursue our dreams because we look at all the ways things can go wrong.
Peace in chaos
by paulblake | February 1, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Peace of mind seems like a scarce commodity in today’s frantic world. There is talk everywhere of the importance of taking care of our mental heal. Our minds are working overtime to find balance while doing our best to safeguard our future.
Happiness takes work.
by paulblake | January 27, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Nobody is born with the capacity to remain happy permanently. Happiness is a process, and every process requires work. Everyone deserves happiness, but our ideas of happiness differ from one individual to the next.
When life makes little sense.
by paulblake | January 18, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Psalm 73 is an interesting literary composition from the bible. The opening words of Asaph paint a daunting picture of a soul disillusioned because of life’s circumstances. He has difficulty coming to terms with disruption in his life while contending with the prosperity of the wicked. He loses sight of God’s benevolence and sinks into despair because life has dealt him a hard blow.
168 Hours
by paulblake | January 5, 2022 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
Everybody gets 168 hours each week. Why it is some people can accomplish so much, while others achieve so little? The answer begins with a question. What are we doing with our time? Spending our 168 hours productively working, looking after our families, spending time with friends, and pursuing various hobbies and interests is about finding balance. If we feel we never have enough time to make it through each week, it may be the right time to do an inventory of the things we spend our 168 hours doing. One of the tragic things about lost hours is that they are irreplaceable. Once they are gone, they are gone forever, along with all the opportunities life would have afforded us.
The power of a positive mind
by paulblake | December 17, 2021 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
If we learn the art of positive thinking, we can change our outlook on life. People who feel better about themselves also deal with stress and life’s issues more productively. Positive thinking is a key ingredient to purposeful living and helping us combat everyday issues. Here are a few things to remember as we embark on the journey to controlling our thoughts:
Can God trust us in our suffering? Job 13: 15
by paulblake | December 7, 2021 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
“Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him.” These words spoken by Job in the depths of his suffering make me contemplate the strength of my faith several times. How could one human being endure so much pain and loss yet remain standing? I believe the answer is in his attitude. Job reflects the attitude of someone who does not have all the answers to his present circumstances but held on to the faithfulness of God.
Too long on this mountain: Deuteronomy 1: 6
by paulblake | December 2, 2021 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
This was the place where God had brought Israel in His promise to protect, preserve, and provide for them. This place became a source of familiarity and comfort for them. God’s statement in Deuteronomy Chapter 1: 6 reveals a disturbing trend with Israel. Familiarity and comfort breed complacency. Israel, in their comfort, forgot that God did not intend the mountain to be their final destination. As God’s people, Christians, today are not different from the Israelites.
Choose to be you!
by paulblake | November 30, 2021 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments
In a world where everything fake is celebrated, it is tempting to want to follow the crowd. The average person is afraid or uncomfortable standing out and willingly exchanges their true self for a fake existence. It requires courage to be unapologetically you, but it is the best thing you can do to live a happy life.
Stepping into the unknown.
by paulblake | June 2, 2021 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Jeremiah 29: 11 God through the prophet Jeremiah reminds Israel of His thoughts towards them. After spending some 70 years in Babylonian captivity, God reminds His people of His intention to bring them back to their own land. This generation of Israelites was about to step into the unknown. Imagine the feelings of apprehension threatening to overpower them going back to the land of their fore-parents with nothing but the stories handed down to them.
Don’t worship at the altar.
by paulblake | December 7, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
We live in unusual times, and all around us, people are making strides. It is easy to get lost in the minefield of achievements that make human beings feel worthy. Most people have someone they admire and look up to, and that is acceptable.
Hope in a world of chaos.
by paulblake | November 18, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living, Uncategorized | 0 Comments
There is an uncomfortable contradiction that exists in the world that leaves a chill in the bones. It is strange, but in the same space, we can see much beauty and ugliness at the same time. We see the affluent and dirt poor living within yards of each other separated most times by a mere walkway.
Be a practicing Christian.
by paulblake | November 3, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 2 Comments
Christianity is a practical religion. The sad truth is that many Christians are not practising what they preach. We are settling for a watered-down type of Christianity that appeals to our emotions rather than fulfilling the Mission of Jesus Christ. James outlines what it means to practice pure and defiled religion (James 1: 27).
“I forgot to live”.
by paulblake | July 17, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
“I forgot to live”, these were some of the final words of someone I knew for many years. On paper and according to society’s standards he would appear to possess everything. He had a string of letters behind his name, travelled extensively; a mover and shaker in coveted social circles; held key positions on the boards of several prominent companies and doing well for himself financially.
What does success look like?
by paulblake | July 8, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
The measure for success is not found in the type of job, career or vocation a person chooses to engage in, but in how well they perform what they are called to do with passion. How success is measured will look different for everybody because being successful has much to do with the things that are considered important to each individual.
Press the reset button.
by paulblake | April 4, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Amid this COVID19 pandemic, a remarkable thing has happened. The reset button of the world was pressed, and the hand of God is revealed. There are lessons to be learned from this crisis and how we emerge from it is dependent on our actions going forward.
The unsocial media.
by paulblake | January 17, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Social media, be it Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, Whatsapp, Pinterest, Snapchat or whatever the newest craze is on the block can be a useful tool in getting your presence felt in this technologically driven world. But as much as social media can be a helpful tool, it can also be a dreadful master.
Breakthrough
by paulblake | January 10, 2020 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
There will come a time when you come to a crossroad and have to decide which direction you want to go. You can turn left, right, and go forward or backwards but whatever you do it’s all in your hands. Life is about choices and you have to live with them so it is important to make the right one.
Dream crushers
by paulblake | December 13, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
One of the most heart-rending things to have to deal with are people who persistently try to kill the dreams of others. It can literally suck the life out of you! Dream crushers come in all forms. Sometimes they are the people closest to us like family and friends; at other times they the people we choose to associate with.
The lies we tell ourselves.
by paulblake | November 26, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
The mind is a powerful tool. What we spend time thinking about can either propel us to success or make us cower in fear. We find ourselves attending the occasional pity party because we are convinced we are not as talented or successful as the people around us
Surface Living.
by paulblake | November 13, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
One of the things about abundant living is the ability to form and sustain healthy relationships. People who are able to maintain good friendships and spend time in fellowship seem to do better at handling difficulties.
A million things to get done.
by paulblake | November 6, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
This could be the motto of many people, we are always on the move, doing something or going someplace. The funny thing about having a million things to do is that if we are not careful, we get very little done or nothing at all. Some of us fool ourselves into thinking that if we have a million things to do, it makes us appear more valuable.
The seed in your storehouse.
by paulblake | August 6, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
Sometimes we become so concerned about what other people are doing that we lose sight of the fact that we are on the same journey. We waste valuable time believing the seeds that are in other people’s storehouses are worth more than our own.
If it’s toxic, let it go!
by paulblake | May 20, 2019 | Abundant living, Bible verse, Inspiration, Motivation, Purposeful living | 0 Comments
As human beings, we tend to want to hold on to things even if they are not good for us. One of the deterrents to living an abundant life is investing in unhealthy relationships. Relationships are a part of the human experience we all need them to survive, but the toxic ones we can do without. We should never become so dependent on another person that we allow them to dictate the terms of our happiness.
7 Truths you need to believe to live abundantly.
by paulblake | Mar 21, 2022
The things we believe shape abundant living. In Proverbs 23: 7, the wise king Solomon puts it in perspective our outward behaviours are significantly driven by what is going on internally.
Everything needs time: 5 Reminders from my mango tree.
by paulblake | Mar 14, 2022
We moved to our new home in 2008 and, like any proud homeowner; I planted some trees.
4 Lies we should not tell ourselves.
by paulblake | Mar 8, 2022
What we believe about ourselves will shape the way we live our lives. Our thoughts are so powerful if we convince ourselves we are failures, we will do everything to fail.
3 Things about critical thinking
by paulblake | Mar 4, 2022
As we navigate life, the ability to think critically will be very useful. Sadly, most people we meet daily are not critical thinkers.
4 things you can do to think positive.
by paulblake | Mar 1, 2022
A mind is a powerful tool, yet it is also the most destructive if not used properly. Proverbs 23: 7 is a reminder that what we think about will eventually come out in our actions.
5 things you can do to stop worrying.
by paulblake | Feb 23, 2022
Worrying can be a painful and unhealthy experience. We rarely change anything about our circumstances by indulging in this useless activity.
My response is my responsibility
by paulblake | Feb 15, 2022
“God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” This prayer of serenity gets me every time, and I try my best to live by it. I don’t get it right all the time, but I find when I do it makes my life less complicated.
Stop Overthinking!
by paulblake | Feb 8, 2022
Overthinking stuff is as bad as procrastination. Overthinking will cause us to refuse to pursue our dreams because we look at all the ways things can go wrong.
Peace in chaos
by paulblake | Feb 1, 2022
Peace of mind seems like a scarce commodity in today’s frantic world. There is talk everywhere of the importance of taking care of our mental heal. Our minds are working overtime to find balance while doing our best to safeguard our future.
Happiness takes work.
by paulblake | Jan 27, 2022
Nobody is born with the capacity to remain happy permanently. Happiness is a process, and every process requires work. Everyone deserves happiness, but our ideas of happiness differ from one individual to the next.