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Wednesday, October 13, 2010
RISE ABOVE WORRY
Today's "The Word For Today" with Bob Gass...
Rise Above Worry
"God... is the... controller of all things" - 1 Timothy 6:15 PHPS
We all worry from time to time, but wise people have learned to avoid over-anxiety by following these guidelines. 1) Define the situation clearly. What exactly is it you're worrying about? Be specific. Often when we take time to clarify the problem, a way to solve it will present itself.
2) Face the worst that can happen. Would you lose your job? Your relationship? Your investment? In most cases even if the worst did happen, chances are it wouldn't ruin you. It may be inconvenient or painful, but does it really warrant all the anxiety you're giving it?
3) Resolve to accept the outcome, whatever it is. Most of the stress of worry comes from denial, from not being willing to face the worst that could happen. Once you make up your mind to accept whatever happens, you'll find worry loses its power over you.
4) Work to improve the situation. Renowned neurologist James H Austin said, 'Chance favours those in motion.' Do all you can to ensure the best possible outcome, and '... after you have done everything... stand' (Ephesians 6:13 NIV). Stand on God's promises!
5) Give the problem to God. He's 'the... controller of all things'. The Psalmist said, 'Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you' (Psalm 9:10 NIV). Remember, nothing can happen to you today, or any other day, that God is not aware of, in control of, and able to bring you through
Rise Above Worry
"God... is the... controller of all things" - 1 Timothy 6:15 PHPS
We all worry from time to time, but wise people have learned to avoid over-anxiety by following these guidelines. 1) Define the situation clearly. What exactly is it you're worrying about? Be specific. Often when we take time to clarify the problem, a way to solve it will present itself.
2) Face the worst that can happen. Would you lose your job? Your relationship? Your investment? In most cases even if the worst did happen, chances are it wouldn't ruin you. It may be inconvenient or painful, but does it really warrant all the anxiety you're giving it?
3) Resolve to accept the outcome, whatever it is. Most of the stress of worry comes from denial, from not being willing to face the worst that could happen. Once you make up your mind to accept whatever happens, you'll find worry loses its power over you.
4) Work to improve the situation. Renowned neurologist James H Austin said, 'Chance favours those in motion.' Do all you can to ensure the best possible outcome, and '... after you have done everything... stand' (Ephesians 6:13 NIV). Stand on God's promises!
5) Give the problem to God. He's 'the... controller of all things'. The Psalmist said, 'Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you' (Psalm 9:10 NIV). Remember, nothing can happen to you today, or any other day, that God is not aware of, in control of, and able to bring you through
Monday, October 11, 2010
ARE U STRUGGLING FINACIALLY 2.
Are You Struggling Financially? (2)
"... God... will supply all your needs... " - Philippians 4:19 NLT
Here are three more steps you can take to deal effectively with debt. First, start digging yourself out. It's disheartening to find bills piling up on your doormat every day, but you need to know the bottom line. List your debts from the highest interest rate to the lowest. Try to pay as much as possible towards the highest and the minimum towards the rest. Make a start, no matter how long it takes; there's too much at stake not to. Second, model sound financial principles for your children. Be open with them and explain that electricity, food, toys and clothes cost money, and that the reason you're not driving the latest car is because you can't afford it. Your kids are making money memories now, so '... teach them diligently... ' (Deuteronomy 6:7 NKJV). Third, 'give, and it will be given to you... ' (Luke 6:38 NAS). Suze Orman says, 'One day I was in a terrible funk. I turned on the TV and happened to catch a fundraiser. I picked up the phone and pledged as much as I could. Those people needed money more than me. Immediately I felt like a burden had been lifted. From then on whenever I felt down, I'd give... and I'd feel better. Amazingly in every instance the amount was showered back on me tenfold.' The rewards of giving aren't always financial; sometimes it's the sense of freedom and purpose that comes from doing it. Plus, money should never be so important that you can't let it go. Remember, by helping others you're paving the way for God to 'supply all your needs', and His shovel is much bigger than yours
"... God... will supply all your needs... " - Philippians 4:19 NLT
Here are three more steps you can take to deal effectively with debt. First, start digging yourself out. It's disheartening to find bills piling up on your doormat every day, but you need to know the bottom line. List your debts from the highest interest rate to the lowest. Try to pay as much as possible towards the highest and the minimum towards the rest. Make a start, no matter how long it takes; there's too much at stake not to. Second, model sound financial principles for your children. Be open with them and explain that electricity, food, toys and clothes cost money, and that the reason you're not driving the latest car is because you can't afford it. Your kids are making money memories now, so '... teach them diligently... ' (Deuteronomy 6:7 NKJV). Third, 'give, and it will be given to you... ' (Luke 6:38 NAS). Suze Orman says, 'One day I was in a terrible funk. I turned on the TV and happened to catch a fundraiser. I picked up the phone and pledged as much as I could. Those people needed money more than me. Immediately I felt like a burden had been lifted. From then on whenever I felt down, I'd give... and I'd feel better. Amazingly in every instance the amount was showered back on me tenfold.' The rewards of giving aren't always financial; sometimes it's the sense of freedom and purpose that comes from doing it. Plus, money should never be so important that you can't let it go. Remember, by helping others you're paving the way for God to 'supply all your needs', and His shovel is much bigger than yours
HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN FOREX
HOW TO MAKE MONEY IN FOREX TRADING
Why Most New Forex Traders Eventually Lose.
Statistics show that the majority of new traders to the Forex rely on technical indicators and black box systems to guide their trades. It seems like every Forex education website offers this type of training. That said it’s only natural for new traders to assume that these systems are the ones you must use if you want to conquer trading the Forex.
And you would be partially right.
These methods are fine if you are the type of person that likes to work with cluttered (not to mention confusing) charts– and if you are perfectly happy being so far-sighted that you trip over things right in front of your face.
I don’t know about you, but I like to see where I’m going.
The problem with technical indicators and black box systems is that they don’t allow you to adapt to sudden changes in the market.
And let me tell you, the Forex market changes daily. Heck, it’s known to change hourly, depending on what’s happening in the world.
To successfully trade the Forex, you have to be able to change with it. Cluttering your charts with indicators and other complicated systems might help you forecast the market – as it exists right now – but what if something changes?
The truth of the matter is technical indicators will not reflect those changes quickly enough. They lag behind. When they don’t reflect those changes right away, you lose.
If indicators are the only tools you have to trade the Forex, when the market dynamic changes, you will not have the tools you need to successfully change with it and allow your trades to reflect those changes.
Commercial Traders Don’t Use Fancy Technical Indicators!
You and I are small potatoes compared to some of the bigger traders. The reason for this is simple. Commercial Traders or “Big Dogs” take huge positions and typically trade 1000’s of lots worth millions of dollars at a time. They trade for governments, banks, and large corporations.
They live by being on the right side of the market, and they can’t afford to make mistakes! These traders "see" major trend reversals sometimes days and weeks before they take place.
But they don’t do this by using fancy technical indicators or black box systems. They know those systems take up too much time, clutter their charts, and hinder their ability to adapt to market dynamics.
Instead, they pay careful attention to price action as they find major support and resistance levels!
DO THEY... MAKE MISTAKE?
YES
Here’s The #1 Mistake Most New Traders Make…
You see, I “cut my teeth” on the Forex way back in 1997, in the days before learning to trade the Forex became an Internet sensation. There weren’t all the online “resources” that there are today, which means there weren’t thousands of people trying to “teach” me different ways to be successful with it – and confusing what can be a fairly simple process.
That was a good thing.
What was even better was that I was fortunate enough to become the protégé of an inside circle of commercial traders who were considered to be the best in the business. I benefited from being taken under their wing, so to speak, and being able to study the methods and formulas they used to trade the Forex.
What I learned from them forever changed my perception on how to trade the Forex successfully.
During my training with the "Big GURUS", I observed the "mechanics" of how the pros make trading decisions. How they scan the market and how they look at their charts. I learned how they time their entries and exits. One thing that stood out for me was their uncluttered charts. They don't have layers upon layers of indicators on their charts like I did – and like you probably have right now.
I realized my emphasis was too much on understanding how to use indicators to find an entry. This is a misplaced emphasis. You probably have heard the saying: “Analysis Paralysis”. This condition occurs when you are stuck in idle because you bog yourself down in so much information and indicators that you cannot make any trading decisions – or worse, make the wrong decision by missing the obvious.
That’s what was happening to me. I’m willing to bet it’s what is happening to you too.
Price Support and Resistance are the Most Important Signals in Trading
Here’s why.
Your chart is like the artificial gyro horizon - an instrument used to inform pilots of the orientation of the aircraft relative to earth. The pilots must know how to read this instrument in order to navigate safely.
Professional traders also use a gyro horizon to see what the market is doing. They are called pivot points. Pivot levels offer traders a frame of reference so he can see what price is doing and more importantly find his support and resistance levels.
Why Most New Forex Traders Eventually Lose.
Statistics show that the majority of new traders to the Forex rely on technical indicators and black box systems to guide their trades. It seems like every Forex education website offers this type of training. That said it’s only natural for new traders to assume that these systems are the ones you must use if you want to conquer trading the Forex.
And you would be partially right.
These methods are fine if you are the type of person that likes to work with cluttered (not to mention confusing) charts– and if you are perfectly happy being so far-sighted that you trip over things right in front of your face.
I don’t know about you, but I like to see where I’m going.
The problem with technical indicators and black box systems is that they don’t allow you to adapt to sudden changes in the market.
And let me tell you, the Forex market changes daily. Heck, it’s known to change hourly, depending on what’s happening in the world.
To successfully trade the Forex, you have to be able to change with it. Cluttering your charts with indicators and other complicated systems might help you forecast the market – as it exists right now – but what if something changes?
The truth of the matter is technical indicators will not reflect those changes quickly enough. They lag behind. When they don’t reflect those changes right away, you lose.
If indicators are the only tools you have to trade the Forex, when the market dynamic changes, you will not have the tools you need to successfully change with it and allow your trades to reflect those changes.
Commercial Traders Don’t Use Fancy Technical Indicators!
You and I are small potatoes compared to some of the bigger traders. The reason for this is simple. Commercial Traders or “Big Dogs” take huge positions and typically trade 1000’s of lots worth millions of dollars at a time. They trade for governments, banks, and large corporations.
They live by being on the right side of the market, and they can’t afford to make mistakes! These traders "see" major trend reversals sometimes days and weeks before they take place.
But they don’t do this by using fancy technical indicators or black box systems. They know those systems take up too much time, clutter their charts, and hinder their ability to adapt to market dynamics.
Instead, they pay careful attention to price action as they find major support and resistance levels!
DO THEY... MAKE MISTAKE?
YES
Here’s The #1 Mistake Most New Traders Make…
You see, I “cut my teeth” on the Forex way back in 1997, in the days before learning to trade the Forex became an Internet sensation. There weren’t all the online “resources” that there are today, which means there weren’t thousands of people trying to “teach” me different ways to be successful with it – and confusing what can be a fairly simple process.
That was a good thing.
What was even better was that I was fortunate enough to become the protégé of an inside circle of commercial traders who were considered to be the best in the business. I benefited from being taken under their wing, so to speak, and being able to study the methods and formulas they used to trade the Forex.
What I learned from them forever changed my perception on how to trade the Forex successfully.
During my training with the "Big GURUS", I observed the "mechanics" of how the pros make trading decisions. How they scan the market and how they look at their charts. I learned how they time their entries and exits. One thing that stood out for me was their uncluttered charts. They don't have layers upon layers of indicators on their charts like I did – and like you probably have right now.
I realized my emphasis was too much on understanding how to use indicators to find an entry. This is a misplaced emphasis. You probably have heard the saying: “Analysis Paralysis”. This condition occurs when you are stuck in idle because you bog yourself down in so much information and indicators that you cannot make any trading decisions – or worse, make the wrong decision by missing the obvious.
That’s what was happening to me. I’m willing to bet it’s what is happening to you too.
Price Support and Resistance are the Most Important Signals in Trading
Here’s why.
Your chart is like the artificial gyro horizon - an instrument used to inform pilots of the orientation of the aircraft relative to earth. The pilots must know how to read this instrument in order to navigate safely.
Professional traders also use a gyro horizon to see what the market is doing. They are called pivot points. Pivot levels offer traders a frame of reference so he can see what price is doing and more importantly find his support and resistance levels.
Sunday, October 10, 2010
ARE U STRUGGLING FINACIALLY
Are You Struggling Financially? (1)
"... I have never seen the righteous forsaken... " - Psalm 37:25 NIV
For many who've lost their jobs or who don't earn enough to live on, debt has become a harsh reality. So much so, that they're afraid to even think about their situation. But burying your head in the sand isn't the answer. With God's help and some common-sense suggestions you can start moving towards financial freedom. A respected financial consultant offers these suggestions. First, be truthful. Before you can change anything you need to know where your money's going. There's nothing to be ashamed of; like an alcoholic entering recovery, the first step is admitting you have a problem. On a card jot down every pound you spend for 30 days. It adds up quickly, '... all... those little foxes... ruin the vineyard... ' (Song of Songs 2:15 NLT). By looking at the big picture, you'll see areas you can cut back. Second, learn from your past experiences. If you don't learn from the past you'll keep repeating it. For example, if you didn't receive many Christmas gifts as a child, it can be tempting to overcompensate with your own kids and end up maxing out your credit cards. Or, growing up in an atmosphere of financial turmoil can make it difficult to talk about money with your spouse. Third, value yourself more than your payslip. Jesus said the important things in life aren't 'things' (Matthew 6:25). Beating yourself up won't help you earn more; it will just blind you to the real blessings in life. Remember, no matter how tough it gets, God is faithful. David said, 'I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging', and you won't either
"... I have never seen the righteous forsaken... " - Psalm 37:25 NIV
For many who've lost their jobs or who don't earn enough to live on, debt has become a harsh reality. So much so, that they're afraid to even think about their situation. But burying your head in the sand isn't the answer. With God's help and some common-sense suggestions you can start moving towards financial freedom. A respected financial consultant offers these suggestions. First, be truthful. Before you can change anything you need to know where your money's going. There's nothing to be ashamed of; like an alcoholic entering recovery, the first step is admitting you have a problem. On a card jot down every pound you spend for 30 days. It adds up quickly, '... all... those little foxes... ruin the vineyard... ' (Song of Songs 2:15 NLT). By looking at the big picture, you'll see areas you can cut back. Second, learn from your past experiences. If you don't learn from the past you'll keep repeating it. For example, if you didn't receive many Christmas gifts as a child, it can be tempting to overcompensate with your own kids and end up maxing out your credit cards. Or, growing up in an atmosphere of financial turmoil can make it difficult to talk about money with your spouse. Third, value yourself more than your payslip. Jesus said the important things in life aren't 'things' (Matthew 6:25). Beating yourself up won't help you earn more; it will just blind you to the real blessings in life. Remember, no matter how tough it gets, God is faithful. David said, 'I have never seen the righteous forsaken or their children begging', and you won't either
SHAMGAR'S SECRET
Shamgar's Secret (1)
"... Shamgar... killed six hundred... Philistines with an ox goad... " - Judges 3:31 NKJV
The Bible says, '... Shamgar... killed six hundred... Philistines with an ox goad; and he also delivered Israel.'(Judges 3:31 NKJV) Shamgar was just a farmer who owned a field, but he was willing to fight for it. His odds weren't good: 600 to 1. But he beat the odds, saved his field, and delivered Israel. So you can start out small and end up blessing others greatly. The Bible says, 'Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin... ' (Zechariah 4:10 NLT). Every oak tree started as an acorn. Tom Monaghan started Domino's Pizza in 1960 with one little shop. He struggled for eight years. When his shop burned to the ground, the insurance company paid him only one cent on the dollar to cover his losses. All he knew was pizza, so he started another shop. He worked 100 hours a week. Up to this point he had only taken one week-longholiday - for his honeymoon. By 1971 he was $1.5million in debt. But he stayed in his field, which was the pizza business, and tried something new. He limited his menu to pizza only, and decided to deliver it hot and fresh to customers at no extra charge. It worked. By 2007, Domino's Pizza had grown to 6,100 stores across the United States and other countries. Today he's one of the richest men in the nation, and he gives most of his profits to charity. What was his secret? He started where he was. He fought for what he believed to be his God-given purpose. And when he got knocked down he got back up.
"... Shamgar... killed six hundred... Philistines with an ox goad... " - Judges 3:31 NKJV
The Bible says, '... Shamgar... killed six hundred... Philistines with an ox goad; and he also delivered Israel.'(Judges 3:31 NKJV) Shamgar was just a farmer who owned a field, but he was willing to fight for it. His odds weren't good: 600 to 1. But he beat the odds, saved his field, and delivered Israel. So you can start out small and end up blessing others greatly. The Bible says, 'Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin... ' (Zechariah 4:10 NLT). Every oak tree started as an acorn. Tom Monaghan started Domino's Pizza in 1960 with one little shop. He struggled for eight years. When his shop burned to the ground, the insurance company paid him only one cent on the dollar to cover his losses. All he knew was pizza, so he started another shop. He worked 100 hours a week. Up to this point he had only taken one week-longholiday - for his honeymoon. By 1971 he was $1.5million in debt. But he stayed in his field, which was the pizza business, and tried something new. He limited his menu to pizza only, and decided to deliver it hot and fresh to customers at no extra charge. It worked. By 2007, Domino's Pizza had grown to 6,100 stores across the United States and other countries. Today he's one of the richest men in the nation, and he gives most of his profits to charity. What was his secret? He started where he was. He fought for what he believed to be his God-given purpose. And when he got knocked down he got back up.
DID OTHERS SEE JESUS IN YOU
Do Others See Jesus In You?
"... He chose them to become like his Son... " - Romans 8:29 NLT
Bill was a drunk, converted in a Skid Row mission. Before his conversion he had gained a reputation as a tramp and an alcoholic for whom there was no hope. But when he gave his life to Christ everything changed. He became the most caring person at the mission. He spent his days there doing whatever needed to be done. There was never anything he was asked to do that he considered beneath him. Whether it was cleaning up vomit left by some sick alcoholic or scrubbing toilets used by men who had left them filthy, Bill did it all with a heart of gratitude. He could be counted on to feed any man who wandered in off the streets, undress him and tuck him into bed when he was incapable of taking care of himself. One evening after the mission director delivered his evangelistic message to the usual crowd of solemn men with drooped heads, one of them came down to the altar and kneeled to pray, crying out for God to help him change. The repentant drunk kept shouting, 'O God, make me like Bill! Make me like Bill! Make me like Bill!' The director of the mission leaned over and said, 'Wouldn't it be better if you prayed, "Make me like Jesus"?' After thinking about it for a few seconds, the man looked up and asked, 'Is He like Bill?' Live, so that others see Jesus in you!
"... He chose them to become like his Son... " - Romans 8:29 NLT
Bill was a drunk, converted in a Skid Row mission. Before his conversion he had gained a reputation as a tramp and an alcoholic for whom there was no hope. But when he gave his life to Christ everything changed. He became the most caring person at the mission. He spent his days there doing whatever needed to be done. There was never anything he was asked to do that he considered beneath him. Whether it was cleaning up vomit left by some sick alcoholic or scrubbing toilets used by men who had left them filthy, Bill did it all with a heart of gratitude. He could be counted on to feed any man who wandered in off the streets, undress him and tuck him into bed when he was incapable of taking care of himself. One evening after the mission director delivered his evangelistic message to the usual crowd of solemn men with drooped heads, one of them came down to the altar and kneeled to pray, crying out for God to help him change. The repentant drunk kept shouting, 'O God, make me like Bill! Make me like Bill! Make me like Bill!' The director of the mission leaned over and said, 'Wouldn't it be better if you prayed, "Make me like Jesus"?' After thinking about it for a few seconds, the man looked up and asked, 'Is He like Bill?' Live, so that others see Jesus in you!
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