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WANT OR NEED

11/22/2013

 
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The question of WANT OR NEED quite often takes front and center stage in the lives of our children.  It’s very natural to hear them say that they want this or that  When questioned .as to why they want it, they often go to an ‘I need it’ answer. Then the challenge is to assist them in determining which it is … a want or a need.

As a coach looks at his or her upcoming team, the “need” assessment may be long while the “want” list is even longer. Focusing on team needs is an ever-present process.  Sometimes,  however, the needs are not as apparent as the wants. There are times when new players arrive on the scene that a coach doesn’t think are needed.  As preparation goes on and games begin it becomes surprisingly evident that, in fact, the team does need them…certainly an added blessing.

 "My life was blessed, because I never needed anything until I had it."  Rabbi Michal
-Chasidic, 18th century – spoken to his sons

Our all-knowing God is in the business of meeting our needs.  Paul writes that He will “…supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus.”  Philippians 4:19

Thanksgiving is a time of serious worship. Let’s respectfully set our wants aside and trust God to supply all our needs even before we know them,  Then thank Him for what He has given, what He is giving and what He will give!

“…do you see how thankful we must be? Not only thankful, but brimming with worship, deeply reverent before God.” Hebrews 12 The Message

        THANKS-LIVING MEANS SETTING WANTS ASIDE & THANKING GOD FOR NEEDS MET!

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Mom
11/22/2013 10:16:10 am

Just count your blessings, name them one by one!
..........see what God has done!

"My needs are great and my wants are small,
what You provide meets my all in all! "
Thank you, dear daughter!

Brenda Pell
11/22/2013 11:37:16 am

This week I have been reminded that its not about choosing to try to be more grateful. It is a daily choice to surrender control of my life to the Lord. Then as I more and more realize and recognize Him as the source of all good things, contentment and that peace that is beyond understanding will be evident in my life, out of the overflow my gratefulness will be evident... And as a grateful person, I'll also be generous!


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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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