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NOT - BUT

4/9/2013

 
Saavy sportmoms use the NOT-BUT solution to keep their children on the right path.  Many-a mom has said the words ‘you cannot… but you can…’.  Teaching our children about the “nots” of life prepares them for the “buts’ of what they will do.

Athletes often find themselves with NOT-BUT  types of responses to their coaches.  Thinking another way may be better, a team player makes the plea for another play then sets it aside acquiescing to the will of the coach.  Team work is NOT about getting their way BUT about fitting in with the coach’s plan.   

Jesus’ prayer the night before his death reflects the ultimate NOT-BUT attitude…


“Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet NOT my will, BUT yours be done.” 
Luke 22:42 NIV

Knowing his Father’s perfect will, Jesus still made the NOT-BUT plea for a possible change of plan before God himself.  He then acquiesced to the will of His Father.  The result is eternal life for all who will believe in Him as the Son of God…

I believe in Christianity as I believe that the sun has risen. NOT only because I see it, BUT because I see everything by it.  C.S. Lewis

The light of Christ opens our eyes to God’s will for us.  Let’s plan big  …NOT because we are so knowledgeable BUT because we have a big God.  As we allow his Holy Spirit guide us we will acquiesce to His perfect will.

With God as our partner,  we make our plans large, record them in pencil and keep an eraser handy!

Jesus reminds us today with the same words as he told his disciples regarding their appointed work...


"You did NOT choose me, BUT I chose you..." John 15:16 NIV

PRAYER:  Father God, thank you for opening our eyes to who You are and showing us the work you have planned for us.  May we NOT promote our will in heaven, BUT reflect Your will here on earth. In Jesus Name, Amen.

Blessings…as you accept  the “nots” and live in the “buts”.


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Mom
4/9/2013 12:48:40 am

What a wonderful extraction from a most familiar scripture...Thank you so much! These are ever-refreshing moments with you! Keep on keeping on! :-)


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    JANET BROWN

    As a veteran coach's wife, Janet invites you to join her in "Changing the world for Christ...one athlete at a time".Through the language of sports and life experiences, Janet uniquely exposes the character of God and His desire for "sportmoms" to WIN BIG in life. Her behind-the-bench view invites us into a world of triumphant wins and tragic personal loss.


    LIFE EXPERIENCE

    From being a mother of 2 to a spiritual mom to many, the road of life for Janet includes these hallmarks:

    - Gave her "heart to Jesus"     at 6 years old
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    - Studied Education/          Psychology at a Christian  College

    - Enjoyed earning her wings  and flying as a Flight    Attendant

    - Is the wife of Coach Dave Brown since 1967.

    - Involved in ministry to women for 30+ years including: Retreat Facilitator and speaker, Bible Study leader, National Women's Ministry Leader

    - Held an executive position in the corporate world for 35 years.

    - Developed and taught Pre-married and Marriage classes with her husband for 12 years. 

    Currently is a writer, grandmother to 4 and a coach's wife.


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