Uncommon Life-Daily Challenge

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Oct 10:
"Do you need to look at how you handle conflict in your life? Agree to disagree agreeably with others-for the good of everyone."

When you disagree with a coworker or friend or spouse, how do you handle it? With grace and understanding or bitterness and anger? The mood and harmony of your workplace or home will be directly affected by your response to disagreement.

 

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Oct 11:
"Don't waste the hard lessons of life, even if they are extremely painful. Experience can be a terrific teacher." Uncommon Life

Learn as much as you can from others mistakes. Let other people's pain be our teacher. Some of life's deepest lessons will be learned from our own pain, those are the one's that will stick with us.

 

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Oct 12:
"How can you live in an R-rated world-in it-while staying clear of it? Have you headed toward either extreme? Determine where you are and make adjustments. Stay close to God, and let His wisdom and leading guide you."

Sometimes it would be much easier on us if we had a clear path to follow, but God wants us to work it out, to be the salt and light to everyone around us. Adding His vision and faith.

 

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Oct 15:
"Every day is Boss's Day because God is the one you ultimately work for. Write a thank-you note to your Boss today. And whatever you do and wherever you do it, believe that God is directing, guiding, and encouraging you." Uncommon Life

God is ultimately our boss. He is the one who gives us the ability and gifts to use at home, work, and anywhere else. He offers direction and guidance through His word and through others. God is your boss!

 

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Oct 16:
"Never let a day go by without telling your children that you love them. Raise them any way you wish, but if you want to be successful at it, do it with love." Uncommon Life

Our children need a fresh touch from God in our families. That touch from parents and response from children must be one of love. Love is the most powerful force available to penetrate the evil and temptation around our children and families. Sometimes it needs to be "tough love", but it always needs to be love.

 

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Oct 17:
"If you want the course of your life to go well, guard your heart well. Is there something you need to stop watching or viewing? Take the steps to eliminate those things from your life." Uncommon Challenge

Most people spend more energy guarding their behavior than their hearts. But if you guard your heart, your behavior won't be nearly as difficult to deal with. Pay attention to what goes in, and you'll be pleased with what comes out.

 

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Oct 18:
"Don't wait until it's too late to do the things you wish you had done. Get started on what you think God wants you to do-He'll make the needed adjustments along the way." Uncommon Life

There is no doubt that God has a plan for each and every one of us-but He expects us not only to plan but to do something about it. If He wants us on a different track, He will lead us there.

 

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Oct 19:
"Is there a specific sin you need to die to today? God desires that we die to sin. He paradoxically gives us the freedom to make the decision to die to sin and, with the help of the Holy Spirit, to live in a way that is best for us." Uncommon Challenge

You have been given the tools of discernment to make decisions without always running to the rules. With the assistance of the Holy Spirit, you become stronger and more intuitive.

 

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Oct 22:
"Consider getting a small cross to carry in your pocket. It will remind you that contentment and satisfaction will not be found in the things of the world but in a relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ." Uncommon Challenge

Are you grumbling and discontent about something in your life? Stop grumbling and start thanking God for everything He has provided for you.

 

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Oct 23:
"You can't turn a blind eye to sin because sin separates you from God and others. It festers and can do irreparable harm to your relationship. Is there something you need to confess right now to God or a person you have sinned against and ask forgiveness?"

 

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Oct 24:
"God created you unique for a reason. Use the differences of those around you to your advantage. Tap into the wisdom of many counselors before making a decision." Uncommon Challenge

Be open to receiving counsel. Surround yourself with the best people you can find and give them absolute freedom to disagree with and challenge you. Enjoy the benefit of other people's gifts, skills, and insights. Seek their input, listen to them, decide on the right direction, and then go forward with confidence.

 

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Oct 25:
"What do you need to hold up against the backdrop of eternity to change the negative into a positive? Keep your focus on the good that can come out of your story." Uncommon Challenge

As long as we stay focused on spreading the Good News of Christ, that He came to earth and died for us that we might have abundant life in heaven, we will continue to gain perspective and peace. We want to boldly tell other people what Jesus has done for us.

 

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Oct 26:
"Believe God's promise that the seeds of His Word that you plant for Him will bear fruit. Find someone who needs to hear those words."

We're often waiting for something, but God is waiting for us to act. What we forget is that God is much bigger than all our inadequacies and mistakes. He wants simply our availability and our hearts and for us to share what He has done for us with others. He puts in our path. Even if we get it all wrong God will clean it up.

 

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Oct 30:
"God speaks to you through many means, including through His Spirit, through others, and through His Word. Start jotting down the messages He is giving you." Uncommon Challenge

God knows what He is saying and how to say it- we need to be still and listen for His voice. It's always a good idea to start in His Word-the Bible. Have you heard Him speaking to you lately? Have you quieted yourself enough to catch what He is saying? Listen closely. You're in His family.

 

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Oct 31:
"Be intentional about encouraging others. It lifts others up, and it lifts you up too. Let your life be an encouragement to everyone." Uncommon Life

Everyone needs encouragement, not only in difficult times but even when things are going well. We all need to hear positive words daily. Life is comprised of plenty of memories, but we can create good ones for those around us. Our encouragement can keep those around us going strong.

 

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Nov 1:
"Be sure that the walls of your heart are kept clean and are reinforced by what God is teaching you in His Word. Commit to a regular time of reading God's Word, praying, and getting to know His will for you and your life." Uncommon Life

The Bible helps us to see beyond what's on the outside to what is in our hearts, to question motivations, and to cleanse us from those things we try to keep hidden.

I posted this same one on Oct 1st, I appologize I read the wrong one for that day.

 

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Nov 2:
"You don't need to think big when you're trying to do what God wants you to do. Think good. Think love. Then put the two together." Uncommon Challenge

In the New Testament, God's incredible love for us is expressed in His Son, Jesus Christ-sent to die for us, to rise from the grave, and to ascend into heaven. Those who believe in Jesus Christ are assured a place with God forever.

 

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Nov 5:
"Do you have angry people in your life? Let them know that anger never helps a situation; it only makes it worse. And as much as you'd like to retaliate with anger at times, always take a deep breath before you lose control." Uncommon Life

When you find yourself in a volatile situation, don't make things worse by letting anger get the better of you. Be wiser than hot-tempered people with short fuses.

 

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Nov 6:
"When you see the storm clouds gathering, commence praying!" Uncommon Life

When something happens that causes you to think about worrying, turn to God and let him guide you through it. Turn whatever you're going through to a sense of peace by praying.

 

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Nov 7: "As a follower of Christ, your attitude about forgiveness should mirror the attitude of the one you are trying to be like. Forgive others as He forgives you." Uncommon Life

What forgiveness will do for you. Maybe you need to ask yourself who is set free when you forgive someone else? Maybe the answer is the truth that Christ wants to get across in the first place.