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STORY OF THE DAY

THE SLUGGISH GIRL:

A little girl was carrying a heavy bucket on her head. She walked very slowly and very calmly down the busy road. She minded her own business and focused on her destination.

Everyone wondered why she walked so slowly. The people behind her were going so fast that they passed her. The children returning from the stream with buckets on their heads had all passed her. Some of the children laughed and mocked her for being too slow. One of them said,

"Do you know what time it is, lazybones? You're so slow and sluggish! I wonder how long it will take before you reach your home."

However, the girl was apparently unconcerned about what the children said and she kept walking home. A short while later, two women saw her and started teasing her,

"Didn't your mother teach you the importance of hardwork? Just a small bucket of water, yet you move like a sloth. Why can't you walk just as fast as the other children who are also returning from the stream? Some of them carry buckets heavier than yours. You're so slow!"

Upon hearing that, the young girl remained silent and paid attention to her journey. However, she hadn't gone far when an old man stopped her and said hastily,

"Hey, hurry! Don't let those children walk faster than you. You all carry the same size of buckets. You should compete with them and make sure you get home before them. Be fast!"

The girl smiled faintly at the old man, but said nothing and kept on walking. The old man stood for a while, wondering what that odd behaviour could mean. Meanwhile, as the girl walked along the road, she kept hearing people talking and screaming at her,

"Run, run, run as fast as you can! The other children are far ahead of you. You don't want to let them reach home before you. Hurry up!"

But regardless of what people said, the young girl was indifferent to everyone and continued crawling along. Then, suddenly, an old woman approached her and asked in a calm tone,

"Young girl, why do you walk so slowly? Is your bucket of water that heavy? The other children are way ahead of you..."

The girl paused for a moment, then with a gentle smile on her face, she whispered surprisingly,

"What I carry on my head is not water. They are eggs, a bunch of eggs. I can't walk as fast as those children who are carrying water. The road is bad, although if they fall, their water spills, but if I fall, my eggs break. A bunch of eggs is worth more than a bucket of water. I can't compete with them because we do not carry the same load.

That's how life is; we always feel the need to compete with another person without realizing that we carry different loads, different anointing and we have different dreams and ambitions. We can be classmates, age-mates, worker-mates, but not DESTINY-MATES!! Some paths are rather meant to be walked on slowly. Instead of playing to win, I'm playing not to lose. As long as I'll reach home with all my eggs intact, I don't care how many children are ahead of me."

MORAL LESSON: Don't compete with anyone. Just FOCUS on your journey and keep moving. The load you carry is different from that of others.
COPIED...

Thanks ✍️

𝑩𝒖𝒊𝒍𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑭𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒍𝒚 𝑪𝒂𝒑𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒕𝒚, 𝑺𝒖𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑳𝒆𝒈𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒆𝒔👑

Before you say I do... And if you have already said it .. It's never too late to start.

Talk about Bills, Parenting styles, Vision, Values, Mission, Legacies, Financial status and Capabilities, Religion, Managing your extended families, what Beliefs will be instilled in your children, Childhood traumas, Sexual expectations, Partner expectations, Financial expectations, Family health history, Mental health history, Bucket list, Dream home, Careers and Education, Political views and whatever else comes to mind.

Love is beautiful, but love alone would not suffice in the long run.

Love is an emotion and emotions don’t build Systems…

Skills, Structures and Strategies do.

Clarity and alignment of Character, Vision, Purpose and Passion form a vital springboard for a sustainable and fulfilling Family System.

Sending Love ❤️ and Light💡 to all

TIPS on COURTSHIP

💞 Intentional Christian dating in the modern era has become increasingly difficult and daunting, with changing cultural norms deeply impacting the quest for love, courtship, and purity.
For Christians intent on living by biblical standards, the dating scene today is even more complex, especially when it comes to finding like-minded believers who have similar values and relationship goals.

💞 Intentional Christian dating and Modern dating can differ in various ways, primarily due to the beliefs, values, and priorities associated with the Christian faith;👇

🎯 𝙋𝙐𝙍𝙋𝙊𝙎𝙀 𝘼𝙉𝘿 𝙂𝙊𝘼𝙇𝙎

Modern dating often emphasizes casual or recreational dating, where individuals may date with or without a clear long-term commitment or marriage in mind. It can be more focused on personal fulfillment and enjoyment.

Intentional Christian dating typically involves dating to find a life partner with whom to build a Christ-centered, lifelong relationship.
It implies entering into a relationship with a clear vision and purpose, aligned with God’s plan for your life and your partner’s. (1 Cor 7:32-34)
It is rooted in faith, emphasizes purpose over pleasure, depth over superficiality, and commitment over casualness.
It’s not merely for the sake of companionship, physical attraction, or societal pressures, but to fulfill a divine purpose.
The goal is often marriage and the pursuit of a God-honoring union. (Amos 3:3)

🎯 𝙎𝙀𝙏𝙏𝙄𝙉𝙂 𝘽𝙊𝙐𝙉𝘿𝘼𝙍𝙄𝙀𝙎

In modern dating, boundaries can be more fluid, and physical intimacy and s*xual activity might be more common and accepted earlier in the relationship.

In Intentional Christian dating, there is often an emphasis on setting clear boundaries to maintain purity and avoid premarital s*x. Many Christian couples choose to abstain from s*xual activity until marriage. (1 Thess 4:3-4)

🎯 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙈𝙐𝙉𝙄𝙏𝙔 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘼𝘾𝘾𝙊𝙐𝙉𝙏𝘼𝘽𝙄𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙔

Intentional Christian dating often involves seeking guidance and accountability from trusted friends, family, or church leaders. Community support and input are valued to ensure the relationship aligns with Christian values. (Prov 11:14, Prov 12:15,)

In modern dating, there may be less emphasis on seeking external advice or accountability, and individuals may rely more on personal decisions and peer advice.

🎯 𝙁𝘼𝙄𝙏𝙃 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙎𝙋𝙄𝙍𝙄𝙏𝙐𝘼𝙇𝙄𝙏𝙔

Intentional Christian dating emphasizes shared faith and spiritual compatibility. Christians often seek a partner who shares their religious beliefs, values, and commitment to Christ and spiritual leadership and growth. Each person clearly understands their roles and responsibilities according to the biblical standard. (Eph 5:22-24, Col 3:19)

Modern dating may or may not prioritize religious compatibility, and couples might come from various religious or non-religious backgrounds.

🎯 𝘾𝙊𝙈𝙈𝙐𝙉𝙄𝘾𝘼𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝘾𝙊𝙉𝙁𝙇𝙄𝘾𝙏 𝙍𝙀𝙎𝙊𝙇𝙐𝙏𝙄𝙊𝙉

Intentional Christian dating encourages healthy and respectful communication, as well as the resolution of conflicts in a way that aligns with Christian principles, such as forgiveness and reconciliation. (Col 3:12-15, Matt 18:15)

Modern dating may handle communication and conflict resolution differently, with varied approaches depending on individual preferences and relationship dynamics.

📢 𝙍𝙚𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧, Intentional dating doesn’t guarantee a perfect relationship or marriage. However, it provides a godly framework that honors both individuals and, most importantly, God.
Embrace the journey, let God lead, and trust that with Him at the center, the relationship will flourish in ways beyond your imagination.

📢 Not all Christians date intentionally and all intentional couples are not necessarily Christians. But you can achieve both.

Wishing you all a successful weekend💙❤️💚

.......... Taribi Susan

NOT ALL MEDICINES ARE IN THE PHARMACIES!

Examples:

i. Exercise is Medicine.
ii. Fasting is Medicine.
iii. Natural food is Medicine.
iv. Laughter is Medicine.
v. Vegetables Are Medicine.
vi. Sleep is Medicine.
vii. Sunlight is Medicine.
viii. Loving someone is Medicine.
ix. Being loved is Medicine.
x. Gratitude is Medicine.
xi. Letting go of offence(forbearance) is Medicine.
xii. Meditation is Medicine.
xiii. Reading and Studying God's Word is Medicine.
xiv. Eating right is Medicine.
xv. Thinking right is Medicine.
xvi. Trusting and Believing in God is Medicine
xvii. Good Friends are Medicine.
xvii. Forgiveness is Medicine.
xix. Drinking a lot of water is medicine.
xx. Doing good is medicine.
xxi. A peaceful heart is Medicine.

Let us Patronize these medicines as they cost less, Accessable, Affordable and Sustainable!!!