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Coffee with CaroleChapter 2- All-In Paragon; Living a life by God's DesignThis is Chapter 2- Distractions
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We already have been blessed with every spiritual blessing (Ephesians 1:3) So why do we have trouble getting going or moving into the life that God has called us to live?
1- We are waiting on God instead of acting in faith
2- We are too focused on the reality of our situation instead of the promises of God.
3-We are not willing to truly deny self.
Listen as Coach Carole shares practical ways to move into your blessing and...2023-03-2711 minCoffee with CaroleWho has God called YOU to become?Listen in to the story of Pete and Norbert- 2 frogs with completely different mindsets.
10 tips on becoming a better leader and growing your business to become the person God has called you to become.
Have a plan
Contribute to another's success
Be authentic and know your value
Focus on the solution-not the problem
It's ok to be different
We all need that 1 crazy friend
Set boundaries and say no when necessary
Your past mistakes do not determine your future success
Excuses are ways to avoid growth
Stay consistent
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♥Coach Carole
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Psalm 141:3 tells us to guard our mouths and keep a watch over the door of our lips! Ask the Holy Spirit to guide you.
Speak only words that edify, lift up and encourage. (Ephesians 4:29)
The Lord’s prayer is the MODEL for prayer. The words are not the main point.
1- Declare and praise...2023-02-0709 minCoffee with CaroleWhat does "Commitment" mean to you?It’s always easiest when you start. It’s harder in the middle. It gets really tough at the end.
The world says, “It is better to have options than commit to one thing.” (Committing to one thing leaves no room for options)
Commitment narrows the path and options widen it.
Matthew 7:13-14: Jesus said that the way to heaven is narrow and the way to hell is wide. Ponder that one!
Matthew 5:37 says, "let your yes be yes and your no be no" Matthew 5:38 says, "anything other than that is from the ev...2023-02-0109 minCoffee with CarolePower in PurposeWhen we struggle with purpose, we struggle with passion. Purpose creates passion and passion creates purpose. However, our world can be a very deceptive place to learn how to become the person that God intends for us to be. Many of the things we hear "sound" ok, but in reality they are not in alignment with God's word. Today's episode shares how we are influenced and what to look out for. The truth is not always easy to follow, and not all Christian organizations, coaches, and leaders are speaking it. Often times, they speak to what they think the audien...2023-01-2412 minCoffee with CaroleAre you a member of God's fan club or the star player on the team?· Are we a part of God’s fan club or are we playing full out on God’s team?
Matt 18:18 18-20 “Take this most seriously: A yes on earth is yes in heaven; a no on earth is no in heaven. What you say to one another is eternal. I mean this. When two of you get together on anything at all on earth and make a prayer of it, my Father in heaven goes into action. And when two or three of you are together because of me, you can be sure that I’ll be there.2023-01-1707 minCoffee with CaroleAm I blocking the blessing?The world says, "If it is meant to be, it's up to me". John 15:5 tells us that apart from Jesus, we can do NOTHING!
How do you start your day? How do you handle challenges? What drives your decisions and your behaviors?
Consider how your day might look if you opened your eyes and said, "Thank you God for the breath in my lungs and the ability to serve YOU today."
Maybe, instead of thinking that things aren't happening because of "God's timing", we recognize that we are not allowing Him to lead.
2023-01-0906 minCoffee with CaroleLive your life in the replay not the review!Let's look at 2023 with a focus on the person we aspire to be- the person that God has called us to become.
Who/What does this person value most?
Who does this person most respect?
What are the things that drive this person?
What is this person celebrating at the end of 2023?
Become God-driven vs. Goal Driven!
Value People more than profits and process!
Become a BOLD promise speaker instead of a great problem solver!
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Listen in as we discuss loss in a business.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcarole/support2022-09-0919 minCoffee with CaroleLet me tell you how I feel about that...When things don't make any sense to us - when life simply doesn't seem to add up to what we think it should be, we actually limit our belief instead of increase it. Rather than focus on the situation and our human perspective, it is best to focus on God's character- his faithfulness, His power, his love, his desire to fulfill His purpose and will through us, His mercy and grace, that He is trustworthy and good all the time...it can change our perspective and remove our need to understand why. Isaiah 55:8-9 ♥ His thoughts are not our thou...2022-08-2217 minCoffee with Carole*RAW FOOTAGE-Behind the scenes! *Putting on my armor of GodI recorded myself today putting on my armor. While I may not have said it perfectly, or sounded professional, it is what I do every day. Sometimes I spend more time with the belt of truth- praying for those in my life or meditating on the scriptures God has given me-- I do it standing up. I physically imagine putting on each piece of armor. I pray that hearing this it may inspire you to make this a daily practice. Stay alert. The enemy is on the prowl. ♥
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Whether it is a conscious thought or not, we all have a worldview and are walking around choosing how we like our smoothies. God's view is for our existence to reflect serving and loving Him- taking away our fleshly desires and "making our smoothie" according to His will and direction.
Most of us are so...2022-08-0914 minCoffee with CaroleA few POWERFUL questions!Grab your notebook and pen! Take some time to reflect and ask yourself (and GOD) these powerful questions!
1- How committed to change am I ? Why?
2- Where am I not willing to step outside my comfort zone? Where am I not courageous?
3- What stops me from taking action? What do I say to myself or how do I interfere with taking action?
4-What is one meaningful thing I have learned in the past 6 months? How will I implement this lesson in the upcoming 6 months?
5-What is God's prophe...2022-07-2609 minCoffee with CaroleProphetic Vision or Worldly Sight?Every day we give God a report of our situation. What does it sound like? Are you praising Him for His promises to you and claiming victory over every challenge and problem or are you full of worry and doubt? The Israelites showed us both prophetic vision and worldly sight. When God told them that the land of Canaan was theirs, they believed it. Yet, when the leaders (scouts) came back from assessing the land of Canaan they fell into doubt and worry over whether they would be able to have victory because they saw the Anak Giants and cons...2022-07-1109 min
Coffee with CarolePatience in the promotion!Joseph was destined for great leadership but he had to go through the development process. How many of us, like Joseph, think we are ready for promotion and are frustrated because it isn't happening the way we think it should? God has perfect timing! If you want it to happen faster, you have to learn the lessons and make the changes that God requires! Ask, what do I need to learn? Where do I need to grow? What needs to change? Then, be obedient and do what God requires. Patience! The promotion is coming.
Genesis 37-41
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Send in...2022-06-2709 minCoffee with CaroleThe latest word on the street is...When you are faced with a challenge, what are the first thoughts you have and the first words you use? Your words and thoughts reveal what you are filled with. Are you filled with fear? Are you filled with the world's messages or are you filled with God's promises?
Proverbs 16:20 MSG says "It pays to take life seriously; things work out when you trust in God." Are we taking things seriously and acting like warriors or are we allowing fear and worry and doubt to crumble us and make us weak?
Sure, there is no doubt...2022-06-2008 minCoffee with CaroleCalgon! Take me away!Most of want to escape from situations that cause us to feel stressed or fearful. We also can react in fear by getting angry or completely freezing and not taking action. Abraham (Genesis 16) reacted in fear by telling a lie about Sarah being his sister instead of his wife.
The way we react to situations tells us a lot about how much we believe God & trust God. When we allow fear to rule instead of faith, we disappoint God. Your fear tells you what you value the most and your faith demonstrates the complete opposite.
Take...2022-06-1606 minCoffee with CaroleBut, I thought I WAS being obedient!Have you ever felt that even though you’re doing what you know God wants you to, you just can’t seem to make it happen? You may be on the path that God placed you on but you just don’t seem to be making any progress or things don't seem to be "coming together".
Just because you feel that God has given you an opportunity or idea does not mean He wants you to take action on it in the same way it was presented to you. Take the time to ASK God for His opinion...2022-06-0606 minCoffee with CaroleWhat is fear anyway?The very first fear was embarrassment. This type of fear can cause us to react in ways that are irrational. When Adam and Eve sinned, they hid from God out of a fear of embarrassment. (Genesis 3:8)
What would it be like to stand naked in front of your boss, or your family or your friends?- after you did something you were not supposed to do? How many times do we let our fear , or shame, push us to continue to make more problems for ourselves? Wouldn't it be better to simply take responsibility for the situation, admit...2022-05-2405 minCoffee with CaroleDo you have your invitation?We all like to be a part of the NEW, don't we? We love to hear about the new store or the new restaurant opening. There is just something wonderful about being a part of the NEW! Did you hear? There is a NEW earth and a NEW heaven coming! Are you ready for it? It is time to get serious and get prepared. ♥
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When we first enter into the waters, (verse 3) things are easy to manage. However, when things get challenging (verse 5), it is not that He has left us or that we have made a wrong decision, but rather that He requires us to become MORE dependent on Him. Rather than fight the current, relax and let the waters take you to where He has your blessing. You don't need to be prepared before you...2022-04-2505 minCoffee with CaroleHere's a practical way to increase your trust in God!If you are like most, you say you trust in God, yet you worry about things too. Ok, so maybe you don't actually trust God all that much! It's ok. We are all in the same place. However, there are ways to strengthen and deepen your trust in God. You actually have to practice it by applying His word to your life in a practical way. A daily surrender of all your tasks and to-do's is just one way of seeing God's hand at work in your life. Why not try it? ♥
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2 Corinthians 5:14-15 in the Message Bible says, "Our firm decision is to work from this focused center: One man died for everyone. That puts everyone in the same boat. He included everyone in his death so that everyone could be included in his life, a resurrection life, a far better life than people ever lived on their own."
We are (as told to us in 2 Corinthians 6 NIV) in a...2022-04-1108 minCoffee with CaroleAre you taking it out of context?Sometimes, we want God to approve or accept our decisions so much that we try to make His word fit our situation instead of conforming to it.
As you consider God's word, don't just read one line and apply it. Look at the rest of the verse or chapter. The original Bible was not written in English either. Sometimes we need to look up words to discover what God was actually saying when He said it! For example, PROSPER. Our translation may lead us to believe that it is material wealth that God gives. While He may give u...2022-04-0411 minCoffee with CaroleFEAR, DOUBT & FAITHWe have all heard the phrase, "fear and faith can't fly on the same plane". But, is this true? As I work to live my life by God's design, I continue to question the teachings of the world.
Do you realize that God doesn't actually speak about faith and fear together, but He does speak about DOUBT and faith! In James 1:6 He reminds us that when we ask in faith, we should not doubt. Jesus confirms this by telling us in Matthew 21:21 that if we have faith WITHOUT doubt, we actually can throw a mountain into the ocean...2022-03-2806 minCoffee with CaroleHow faithful are YOU?God is faithful. He never lies. He never says something and does something else. How faithful are YOU to HIM?
I think, more than ever before, we need to be testing ourselves and our faithfulness to God. Let's spend time putting God first in everything and choosing HIM over the pressures of the world. Many of us look at Russia and the injustice in the Ukraine as a sign that Jesus is coming back.
You might say, "I am ready." But, are you? Are you truly ready for the persecution and difficulty you will face for your...2022-03-2107 minCoffee with CaroleShort-Term or Long-Term Investment?Short-term or Long-Term Investments?
I live in an area of Georgia that is growing and changing daily. It isn't surprising to me to drive through an area from one week to the next and see buildings and construction that seems to appear overnight. New commercial properties and new homes represent growth and future investments in our world.
How many of us focus on our personal growth, personal investments and personal goals? Are we planning for retirement? Vacations? College educations? Do we focus on our health and make decisions based upon the mantra that "Life is Short...2022-03-1406 minCoffee with CaroleWhat is your native language?I think it is pretty safe to say that if you are listening to this, you speak English. However, is it your native language? If it is, do you speak any other languages or understand a little of another language? We learned our native language from the culture and people we grew up with. Our parents, teachers and friends taught us the language.
Yet, do you realize that God never designed the world to speak more than ONE language? Before there were more than 6500 languages, there was just ONE language and ONE culture in the entire world. Can you...2022-03-0708 minCoffee with CaroleI am spinning out of control!Yikes! Do you sometimes feel like there is NO WAY you can stop and talk to God? Does the pull of the world and all the responsibilities you face suck you into action so you forget to ASK GOD to lead you?
Today was one of those days for me. I thought I could do it. I actually thought I could just get started and bring God along. This, my friends, NEVER works out well. So, what do I do when this happens? I stop. I force myself to stop. It takes intentional effort and honestly, it isn't easy...2022-02-2811 minCoffee with CaroleIs your favorite color plaid?As leaders we are faced with decisions every single day. For many leaders, some decisions are extremely difficult because the popular opinion may not be the best option. Many times, today's leader will spend time surveying the pulse of the people and ultimately is either unable to make a decision or makes a decision that compromises their values. For these leaders, it would seem their favorite color is plaid.
When you are faced with a decision or you have a goal, do you stop and look at what your team or organization is doing or thinking about or d...2022-02-2107 minCoffee with CaroleHappy Valentine's Day!Valentine's day is not just for lovers. When we are living by the world's design it may seem that way. So many become sad or depressed because they don't have a significant other to celebrate with. However, God is love and so no matter whether we are married or have a partner, LOVE is who we are!
1 Corinthians 13 is called the LOVE Chapter and read at most weddings. However, it is applicable to everyone and provides advice for every situation. The Message Bible has a great explanation of this chapter:
If I speak with human eloque...2022-02-1406 minCoffee with CaroleThink Positive!Philippians 4:8 tells us to think on things that are pure, honorable, just, praiseworthy, lovely, commendable, and excellent. For years I have taken this verse to mean that I should be "thinking positive" in all things. However, I never stopped to consider that it is written in the PRESENT tense, not in the future tense! We are to focus on the present and on what IS happening and find things that are excellent, just, praiseworthy, lovely, pure, commendable and honorable in the current moment.
I believe that the world has confused faith with optimism. We often hear, "Have faith...2022-02-0708 minCoffee with CaroleTreat your business as a business!Do you own a business? Have you decided to invest in an opportunity to increase your time freedom & financial resources or to better use your talents and skills?
For most of us, especially women, who begin a business, we do so to help our family or our community. We start a home-based business, for example to stay home and care for our children or work to help the less fortunate. Yet, we don't always do the things that are required to run a business.
- A true business owner does the following:
Tracks the...2022-01-3114 minCoffee with CaroleBeing comfortable with the uncomfortableWe all know that if we want something different we must do something different. This year I chose to commit to following Joshua 1:8 and put this verse into practice.
As I lean into God's vision for me and my business, I see growth and increase. It excites me , so I began to look at the things that I could do differently for my business to experience the increase as fast as possible. Unfortunately, God has His timing and His timing doesn't always line up with ours. Hebrews 13:5 says the we shouldn't be obsessed with getting more material thing...2022-01-2407 minCoffee with CaroleRelationships 101Building strong relationships starts with the words we choose. As women, we tend to want to share everything. We feel like it is our "job" to make sure things are known! But, we should be more careful with the words we share. Proverbs 21:23 tells us that those who are careful of the words they say will save themselves trouble and Proverbs 18:8 says gossip is like eating cheap candy!
Here are the main questions to consider when you are going to tell someone something!
1- Is it vital to their position or role? (they need to know i...2022-01-1710 min
Coffee with CaroleAre you living with options?For most of us we believe that it is good to have options. Our world tells us that we should keep our options open...like a foot in the door. But, have you ever tried to reach something inside the house while your foot is in the door? Not easy to do. Sometimes, it is impossible to get what you want until you take your foot out of the door and go inside.
Many of us live our lives like this in our jobs and relationships. We live with a temporary attitude. "if it doesn't work out," we say...2022-01-1005 minCoffee with CaroleSpiritual ImmersionWhy is it we will immerse ourselves in our work to avoid the problems at home or immerse ourselves in a book or exercise to tune out what is going on around us? Some of us immerse ourselves in our feelings and thoughts and end up sinking deeper into depression and overwhelm, right?
If we want to see real change, we need to immerse ourselves in things that will create lasting change. What if we immersed ourselves spiritually? What if we ask God what needs to change within us, what we need to learn and where we nee...2022-01-0308 minCoffee with CaroleWhat are you thinking?In the days after Christmas, what is going on in your house? Are you cleaning, reflecting, or sleeping? Are you looking for places to put the new things you got and wondering why it takes so much preparation for a 2 hour event? Are you preparing for New Year's or simply back to work and routine?
I wonder what it was like for Mary and Joseph the days after Jesus' birth? The Bible doesn't say exactly what they experienced, but it does say that Mary pondered all the things and treasured them in her heart. She spent a grea...2021-12-2707 min
Coffee with CaroleDid you get the party favor?I stood in line to get the party favor and when it was my turn, the host said, "I am so sorry. We just ran out of favors, but we are so glad you came! I will send you something if you will just put your name here on this paper."
Has this ever happened to you? Sure, you enjoyed the party or event, but somehow it feels funny not getting the little party favor.
When we accepted Christ, we were invited to the party! God gave us the Holy Spirit to live within us so...2021-12-2009 minCoffee with CaroleI lost my groove!We have all been there. Changes in a our schedules and interruptions to our daily routine can get us out of our groove!
Over the past couple of weeks, between Thanksgiving and taking care of my granddaughter, I have found myself "out of my routine". I may have did it intentionally, but it still creates a bit of "where's my flow?"
As I watched my granddaughter, Lily, attempt to climb on her rocking horse, it made me think of how we can "fall off our horses" at times...we start a health journey and then there...2021-12-1308 minCoffee with CaroleIs Worship an activity or a way of life?Instead of an activity, why not make it a way of life?
1-Start the day with God. You can get a window/mirror cling from the store on my website to help remind you!
You can also download this Daily Thought Organizer w/affirmations to help you stay focused!
2. Intentional Prayer- Prayer request page on my website
3. What are you thankful for? Turn complaining into praise and encouragement! (Ephesians 4:29)
4. Take time to notice the details in God's creation!
5. Serve and Give to others unconditionally. (1 Thessalonians 5:11)
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The Birth of Jesus- Luke 2:1-20
2 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. 2 (This was the first census that took place while[a] Quirinius was governor of Syria.) 3 And everyone went to their own town to register.
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and l...2021-12-0307 minCoffee with CaroleTell me you lack self-control without actually saying it...Saying no to another piece of cake or no to splurging on a purchase you don't need (but is on sale) can be difficult. Especially when you really want it! Why is it so hard to have self-control and self-discipline?
The world created the mess and we are just playing in it. The world says that we should practice self-care and do nice things for ourselves. So, if the second piece of cake makes you happy or using your credit card to buy that thing on sale gives you pleasure, just DO IT! The world says you have p...2021-11-3011 minCoffee with CaroleStriving for Self-Confidence is messing you up.Self-confidence is the problem. You don't need it. It really is messing you up and keeping you stuck. You have to keep starting over. Self-Confidences allows us to gain confidence in our abilities because our successes make us feel worthwhile, secure and significant. We feel good about ourselves until the day we don't. The moment we fail at something we were "good" at, we lose a bit of confidence. The comment from the person we respected causes us to doubt ourselves.
The only true confidence to seek and strive for is God Confidence. When we fully depend on God fo...2021-11-2911 minCoffee with CaroleHoliday ConversationsHonestly, most of us are thinking about ourselves. Let's just be real. We are either thinking about how tomorrow will turn out , thinking about how we are feeling about tomorrow, thinking about what needs to be accomplished today, or possibly thinking about what the rest of the holiday season is going to look like...we are inside ourselves and our thoughts.
It is ok. It is 100% normal behavior for 99.9% of the world. The other 0.1% are focused on not following the normal. They are focused on not conforming to normal behaviors, but allowing God to change their thoughts from th...2021-11-2404 minCoffee with CaroleBroken into piecesMany years ago I wrote a song that talked about being a vessel of clay in God's hands. I had forgotten about it until last night when God reminded me of it. I looked for the words and couldn't find them. I remembered some of them and as I thought of the words I wrote so long ago, God showed me how even then He was forming me and my life into what it is today.
Isaiah 64:8 tells us that we are the clay and that we are a work of the potter's hand. Jeremiah 18:4 says that when...2021-11-2306 minCoffee with CaroleOn the edge of uncertainty!Are you living on the edge of uncertainty? Do you fear what tomorrow will bring? Do you feel like there are no more solutions, resources or someone who can help? For most of us, the holidays bring on fears and anxiety. We fear overeating. We fear not having enough money for gifts. We fear how we will manage our schedules or when we will see family if we can't be together during the holidays. Our anxieties and worries are amplified and emphasized.
But what if we live on the edge of uncertainty with a certain God? What if no mat...2021-11-2209 minCoffee with CaroleWhat are you saying, God?Everyone wants to know the future. We are curious! We play the games that predict who we will marry, what our kids will look like and what our future home will be. We read the horoscopes and consider the possibilities. But do we truly know what God says about predictions, prophecy and what our future holds?
The world says it can be both good or bad. God says that when He speaks into your life through His word or through another person it is meant to strengthen, encourage and comfort you. This means a "bad" prediction isn't from Hi...2021-11-1809 minCoffee with CaroleStrategy
What do I need to learn?
Where do I need to grow?
What needs to change?
These are the 3 questions I ask God before I start my day. I don't always get an answer right away, but I keep seeking Him. (Deut. 4:29-31) As long as I have a restless spirit, I know that I am not aligned with God correctly or He is trying to teach me something. It is my job to keep seeking His answer.
This week I started out with some doubts and fears...an unsettled spirit. I wasn't sure why and could not...2021-11-1710 minCoffee with CaroleHoliday PressureFor many, the holidays trigger negative emotions, stress and anxiety. There is a focus on lack, loss and increased commercialism that pushes us to feel overwhelmed. We know we shouldn't fall prey to the "should" mentality...but yet we do. Our focus is more on how we are feeling about things than what the true meaning of the season is about. The world, like a door, gives us 2 options- we can either push or pull. Neither option leaves us feeling much different.
God, however, offers us a different choice. We can either stay in struggle or experience peace...2021-11-1608 minCoffee with CaroleStressed out by life? Call 463!Crazy? Unbelievable? I don't think so.
This morning I woke up not feeling 100%...wanting to just pull the covers back up and stay in bed. Call out sick...and just not do the day. Thoughts of all the things that I had to do and things that could potentially happen started racing through my head. I was feeling less and less like moving by the minute. Do you know what I am talking about? The pressure on your chest that says, "you can't?" The overwhelming weight of bills and laundry and whatever else you can think of...
NOT...2021-11-1506 minCoffee with CaroleAre you a powerful or patient leader?Leadership is not easy. To lead you must be followed. Being followed means that people respect, like, or admire what you are doing. Leaders that force followers through tactics of intimidation are not respected, they are feared. However, leaders who pause to reflect before acting, consider another's point of view or interest and remain focused on long term results are trusted.
Consider the ocean. When the ocean is powerful, we see it. The waves are tossed about and water is spitting all over. However, we don't see an undercurrent because the surface remains calm and peaceful. The undercur...2021-11-1304 minCoffee with CaroleIs it morally and ethically correct?Our personal values drive our behaviors. However, sometimes our behaviors contradict our values. When we make conscious decisions that go against our values, we create challenges in our relationship with God and our relationship with people.
Luke 6:31 tells us to treat others the way we want to be treated. Sometimes we think, "this isn't hurting anyone, so, it's ok". We may say it's ok to lie to our spouse and say the shoes were on sale or keep the extra the cashier accidentally gives us as change...but we don't like it when it is done to us...2021-11-1107 minCoffee with CaroleSweet and Tangy!True friendship is hard to find- especially in today's busy world...but I believe God wants us to have true friends. Proverbs 27:17 tells us that iron sharpens iron and one man sharpens another. Do we work to be both sweet and tangy in our relationships? Are we the type of friend that we love? Are we honest without finding fault? Are we dedicated without being demanding? Do we give to another what we want for ourselves?
Consider asking God how to be a better friend and how to find friends that will strengthen you in your faith. Focus on...2021-11-1004 minCoffee with CaroleYou say problem, I say promise.We all have problems. We could have the same problem or we could have different ones, but we all have them. Some have money issues, others have relationship challenges or health ailments. Some of us battle depression, stress and worry. Some of us have ALL these issues.
What do we do? We seek help. We join groups and buy programs. We google for information and advice. However, most of the time, the ideas we get only work for a period of time or don't work at all.
My role as a coach is to give you direct...2021-11-0914 minCoffee with CaroleBigger! Better! Bolder!The world wants us to believe that more is better, faster is easier and the one with the most toys wins! God tells us that if we seek Him in even the most mundane things, ask Him the silliest of questions He will guide us through! He says that more of HIM is better, His timing is perfect, and the one with the most faith wins!
Our goal should always be about the message and not the messenger! If something distracts us or others from the message, let's change it! God will provide a way. He looks at our...2021-11-0812 minCoffee with CaroleWild hair and just don't care!Today God spoke through me and shared words He wants you to hear. (And it isn't about my wild hair...that was just to get your attention!)
I am stepping out in boldness. I pray what you hear is a blessing. He wants you to have heart knowledge and not just head knowledge. Being able to speak and repeat scripture does not mean you are experiencing it. God doesn't want to be a part of what we are doing. He wants us to pay attention to what He is doing.
Seek His will for your day...2021-11-0506 minCoffee with CaroleCalgon! Take me away!Have you ever wanted to just flee the country? Run away to an island somewhere and just forget the worries of the day? I know I have! Sometimes, the stuff we deal with...the pressures of life...are just too much. Job felt it. (Job 3:11) David felt it. (Psalm 55:6-8) Elijah felt it too. (1 Kings 19)
The world tells us to focus on the positive! It tells us that we must control our emotions and feelings. We are made to feel like we must not be doing it right if we are experiencing overwhelm and challenge. STOP!
God asks u...2021-11-0406 minCoffee with CaroleThat is not what I meant!Do you sometimes misunderstand what someone texts you or emails you? Have you misread a message sent to you by someone? We all have bias and the way we receive messages depends on our perspective and mood at the time!
God's word is very clear, concise and descriptive. You really can't get it wrong...unless you want to. But, sometimes we interpret scripture with a bit of bias. We want to rationalize it or make it conform to our way of thinking. When we do this, I think God might be saying, "no, that isn't what I meant!"...2021-11-0311 minCoffee with CaroleWho do we vote for?Today is a day when many counties, cities, & towns vote for council members, mayors and other leaders. Who do we vote for as one who seeks a life by God's design?
Is the leader power hungry or propelled by God's power?
Do they seek to have all the information and get angry if they don't?
Do they only hire or keep those who agree with them?
Do they mostly spend time with those who can help them achieve greater success?
Do they seek out the weaknesses of others or tear down those who disagree with them?
Do...2021-11-0211 minCoffee with CaroleStruggle with FOMO?We all have experienced FOMO (Fear of missing out) at some point in our lives. We may have been pressured to order something or do something because we didn't want to miss out on a special deal or sale or promotion. Most of the time, FOMO creates anxiety and envy. What does GOD say about these things? When you have a fear of mission out, you are simply saying, "God, I don't trust you." Do you want to say this?
Are you overly consumed with what others say about you? Do you believe that people, things, situations, money...2021-11-0108 minCoffee with CaroleBoo! It's Halloween!Should a Christian celebrate Halloween or not? I get questions like this all the time. Do I listen to this music? Participate in this group? Get the vaccine? Read this book? etc... My answer is always the same. Does whatever you are deciding about draw you into a deeper relationship with God and a greater dependence on Him or does it pull you toward self, world and people? It is a choice you must make.
Do people see the Bible in action when they pass by your home or is it the world in motion? Are you seeking man...2021-10-2905 minCoffee with CaroleLaughter is the best medicine!Time to lighten up! It is hard not to laugh at a baby with uncontrollable giggles! Sometimes the silliest of jokes will make us laugh! When life hands us lemons, make lemonade! Laughing in the face of adversity changes things! Proverbs 31:25 (NIV) says, “She is clothed with strength and dignity; she can laugh at the days to come.”
What can you laugh about today instead of cry? Where can you find the humor in a situation to soften the seriousness? Find joy in your situation and take your eyes off the problem. See your problems like a child would…l...2021-10-2807 minCoffee with CaroleWhat is simmering in your soul's pressure cooker?When we are faced with pressures from all around, we tend to start sorting the levels of pressure and the priority of action steps. We get focused on the challenges with even more intention and purpose. Unfortunately, this method is the fastest way to spiral downward and out of control.
Rather then allow ourselves to do this, we must pause and focus on God's promises. James 1:2-4 (ESV) "Count it all joy, my brothers, when you meet trials of various kinds, for you know that the testing of your faith produces steadfastness. And let steadfastness have its full e...2021-10-2711 minCoffee with CaroleDo you have the skin of a rhino?You may be the only Bible that someone reads. Do you want them to see anger, resentment, hurt and frustration in you or would you prefer they see peace, gentleness and self-control? When your trust is betrayed or you are disrespected, are you quick to forgive or do you simmer in your feelings? As Jesus hung on the cross after being beaten, rejected, spit on and verbally attacked, he said, "Father, forgive them. They don't know what they are doing!" (Luke 23:34)
Forgiveness as a leader is as necessary to survival as breathing. Pray this prayer- Father forgive them. ...2021-10-2607 minCoffee with CaroleIf it is meant to be, it's up to _______Did you fill in the blank with "me"? Is this a motto you live by? Do you think that in order to have what you want you must believe in yourself to make it happen? Are you self-reliant or God-dependent?
Our lives are an open book test. Are we looking up the answers or relying on what we already know? Are we trying to blend what we have learned from the world with what God says?
If you want something done right, STOP! Do not try to do it yourself! Pause and surrender. Admit you are weak...2021-10-2511 minCoffee with CaroleWhat are you willing to do?How strong is your desire to sit at God's head table and hear, "well done, my good and faithful servant!"
Sacrificing our wants and desires isn't easy but it is doable when you have a willingness to serve God with all your heart. Making difficult choices and walking away from your vision to step into God's vision doesn't always feel comfortable.
When we give up our goals and follow after God, it can be challenging. At first, it may even feel like you are going backwards. The enemy will try to scare you into thinking you a...2021-10-2207 minCoffee with CaroleIs that YOU God, or me?Do you find yourself questioning whether it is God or you?
When you "hear" from God are you able to check it against the Bible? God won't contradict His word. Are you going over and over and over it in your mind? God doesn't obsess with the problem or situation. He wants us to speak to the problem! Are you fearing what you will lose out on or miss having or are you fearing the risk of uncertainty? The enemy will want to keep you thinking you will lose out, God wants you to trust Him! The world's...2021-10-2110 minCoffee with CaroleIt is just spilled milk!Do you sweat the small stuff? Do you find yourself losing your patience from your kids being kids? Do you get anxious when you haven't yet heard back from the Dr.'s office or the job interview? Or, could you be like I was the other day when my husband came home and I was cleaning up a mess....
What is most important to you? Proverbs 14:29 says "Patience leads to an abundant understanding but impatience leads to stupid mistakes!" Romans 15:1 (MSG) gives us a way..."Those of us who are strong and able in the faith need to st...2021-10-2008 minCoffee with CaroleLet's test your knowledge!Many of us have a superficial knowledge of the Bible. We know stories and concepts and have a few scriptures memorized. However, if you don't internalize and apply the information, there isn't any meaningful connection made and it remains superficial and without significance. Take time to not only read scripture but use it to change the way you are thinking and feeling! When you have profound knowledge of a concept or idea, things begin to change.
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Visi...2021-10-1910 minCoffee with CaroleHey, did you hear about....?We have all either heard or participated in gossip. It is fun. It is interesting. We all like to be "in the know". However, gossip is a sure way to ruin your reputation and integrity.
Proverbs 18:7-8 tells us that rumors are "tasty morsels" and that the mouth gets you into trouble.
Proverbs 21:23 tells us to keep our mouth shut and we will stay out of trouble.
If you hear yourself saying, "please keep this between you and I" or "can you keep a secret?" or someone asks you these questions, stop the conversati...2021-10-1809 minCoffee with CaroleWhat do you fear?Fear paralyzes where faith mobilizes! Fear stops you in your tracks, but faith moves you forward! Following God is risky business. Fear won't allow you take risks. What fears do you have? Do you fear cancer, death and dying? Do you fear losing a job, your finances or your relationship? Do you fear failure in your business or never having enough? Whatever you fear, if you focus on that you will lose your vision and you will take your eyes off of the One who holds your peace. Psalm 56:3 says, "whenever I am afraid, I will trust in you." Do you spe...2021-10-1505 minCoffee with CaroleP.I.V.O.T.Change is happening all around us.
What doesn't change? God never changes. (Malachi 3:6) His love never changes.(Psalm 136:26) His word never changes. (Matt. 24:35. Isaiah 40:8) His purpose never changes. (Psalm 33:11) And, most importantly, His promises never change. (Hebrews 6:17-18)
P- Is your position firmly planted in the word of God or in your comfort zone?
I- Where do you get your information?
V- What is the vision you hold on to?
O- Do you see and obstacle or an opportunity? (Ephesians 4:14)
T- Take Action! What action do you take? Do...2021-10-1409 minCoffee with CaroleWhat or who do you depend on?We depend on so many things. We depend on our phones to work, our internet to be connected and secure, our cars to start, our partners to be there for us, etc...But what happens when something happens?
What happens when the battery dies, the car breaks down, the person we relied on breaks our trust?
In most situations, God is the last resort when we have tried everything else. We don't depend on God for everything. We take most things for granted until something happens and then we end up blaming God for it... we ask...2021-10-1308 minCoffee with CaroleThanks, but I think I will just do it my way.Why is it so hard to follow God's will for our lives?
Why do we get tired of being obedient?
Why do we want to control the outcomes?
Why do we lose patience in the process?
Romans 12:2 (ESV) says, "Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect."
Our brains can hold a lot of information, but when the information is at war (world...2021-10-1211 minCoffee with CaroleHow strong is your identity?Rejection is part of life. There was no one more rejected than Jesus. In fact, many of us are in positions, like Jesus, that make us targets for rejection and disapproval. How do you handle it? Do you point fingers and blame? Do you withdraw and sink into the background? When you feel "less than", are you shaken? Do you feel trampled on by others? No matter how much you were rejected, ignored, or mistreated, you have the ability for a "reset" and a "do-over"! God shows us how to achieve the renewal of our minds...but we must do the do...2021-10-1109 minCoffee with CarolePositively Frustrated!Does frustration upset you or inspire you? When you hit red lights on the way to work or get to the store to find out the item you need is out of stock, do you complain about it for hours and with everyone you know? Do you justify your frustrations to give them credibility or do you honestly seek to understand the other perspective? What if you embraced and welcomed frustrations instead of seeing them as an annoyance? What might you learn? Where might you grow? What might change?
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We typically follow this cycle: Thought-feeling-action. Instead, why not try: Thought-action-feeling.
Staying convicted to the right action takes intentional effort. Physical: 1 Corinthians 6:19- Our body is a temple Career/Business: Colossians 3:23- Work as if God is your CEO Money: Genesis 9:3- God is our provision Spiritual: Joshua 1:8- Meditate on scripture day/night and be obedient to it. Personal: 2 Corinthians 10:5- Capture every thought and bring it into obedience to Christ. Let God help you change your thoughts so you take the right action and ultimately change the way you feel. ...2021-10-0609 minCoffee with CaroleThe "Fugazy" OptionLimitations are a byproduct of imitations. When you are "plagiarizing" someone else you aren't impressing God at all. Can you tell the difference between the real and the fake? Others can too. When you lack authenticity in your words and actions, you lack credibility. Galatians 6:4 (MSG) says, "Make a careful exploration of who you are and the work you have been given, and then sink yourself into that. Don’t be impressed with yourself. Don’t compare yourself with others. Each of you must take responsibility for doing the creative best you can with your own life."
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Send in a...2021-10-0504 minCoffee with CaroleWhen we ask God, "why?"When tragedy strikes, we ask God, "why"? Our human limitations do not allow us to see the full picture or plan. Questions are expected when there is uncertainty or unknown situations that arise. God expects the questions, but He also expects us to trust Him.
Hebrews 11:6 (Living Bible) says, "You can never please God without faith, without depending on him. Anyone who wants to come to God must believe that there is a God and that he rewards those who sincerely look for him."
It is ok to ask why. He expects it. However, when we ask...2021-10-0408 minCoffee with CaroleInternal ApplauseDo you strive for external approval and recognition or do you seek God's whisper of "well done!"
John 5:41-44 (MSG) says, “I’m not interested in crowd approval. And do you know why? Because I know you and your crowds. I know that love, especially God’s love, is not on your working agenda. I came with the authority of my Father, and you either dismiss me or avoid me. If another came, acting self-important, you would welcome him with open arms. How do you expect to get anywhere with God when you spend all your time jockeying...2021-10-0107 min
Coffee with CaroleWhy what you expect is the problem!An expectation is thought to be a “desired outcome”, but it actually is a pre-meditated bitterness or resentment. Having clear expectations doesn't always mean it will work out. Creating expectations that benefit you and the other (s) involved is key to a successful result. Relying on God instead of man is the daily goal. When your perceptions and beliefs align with His, things change.
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/coffeewithcarole/support2021-09-2703 minCoffee with CaroleThe DNA of an Entrepreneur Part 4 of 4- ConnectionsBuilding relationships is a vital part of growing a successful business. Yet, the motivation behind making these connections is the most important. Great relationship builders are good at 3 things. 1- Asking questions 2-Active Listening 3-Finding a need and filling it. Let's get to building!
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However, there is only ONE valid habit that will deliver on the promise of success and prosperity. It is found in Joshua 1:8. "Keep this Book of the Law always on your lips; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful."
When we make this one habit a priority we wi...2021-09-1506 minCoffee with CaroleAre you discouraged?Life right now is full of discouragement. We have challenges and difficulties like never before. Money issues, relationships, physical illness and physical mess and disorder are pushing us more into self. 1 Peter 2:11 (MSG) says, "Friends, this world is not your home, so don’t make yourselves cozy in it. Don’t indulge your ego at the expense of your soul. Live an exemplary life in your neighborhood so that your actions will refute their prejudices. Then they’ll be won over to God’s side and be there to join in the celebration when he arrives." The way to fight discou...2021-09-1407 minCoffee with CaroleIs a Career or a Calling?For most of us there is a point when we look in the mirror and ask ourselves if what we are doing is "all there is". In this episode I discuss the differences between a career/job and a calling/purpose. Begin today to fully rely on God and discover your purpose!
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