Today I have a CHOICE: Faith or Fear. Gratitude or Complaints. Trust or Worry. Service or Selfishness. Responsibility or Blame. Ownership or Excuses. LOVE or... My choice.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Aim High
What is your AIM today? Aim for something high and noble, significant and important, worthy and honorable... This world needs HIGH achievers, rather than those that just settle for the status quo (besides, that's boring, been done before and anyone can do that). Stretch yourself today-- we miss 100% of the shots that we DON'T take.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Students
So excited about the results of my "Relapse & Recidivism" course at Hays State Prison on Tuesdays (Attitude Science for inmates). 20 inmates ages 18-30, many of whom are serving life sentences, really striving to change the way they think, process information and make decisions-- all based on adjusting and rebuilding belief structures and thought patterns... They are great students!
Cath it, come alive, pass it on.
Cath it, come alive, pass it on.
Observe
The Observer Effect: a teacher in a tough, inner city school was given a new group of students and informed that they were “gifted.” (However, they were just like all the other students at this school, which had a very high dropout rate) The Result: the students miraculously began to perform at a much higher level— even though they were not told of the experiment either. The way that the teacher “observed” this group of students actually CHANGED their behavior and performance, without them even being aware of it… How are you observing the things that you see today? Change the way you look at things and the things you look at CHANGE.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Stand Up
A good friend of mine reminded us yesterday that most people are known more for what they stand against than what they stand FOR... Over forty years ago one man led a movement based on what he stood FOR: non-violence, compassion, forgiveness and justice. When you stand up for those things, you really don't need to worry about all the other things you stand AGAINST. However, when you don't stand for something, you'll fall for just about anything-- like burning a pile of Qur'ans. (Definitely not the answer; LOVE is.)
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Attention
It is impossible to be stressed and grateful at EXACTLY the same time (completely different spiritual energy and chemistry). Give it a try: focus and concentrate on the thing in your life that you are MOST grateful for. Hold it, and dwell on it... Now what was it that you were so stressed out about? It's all about focused attention. If you don't want more of something in your life, then move your attention to something you DO want more of. For whatever I focus on, expands. Good day to you!
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Unshackled
I am excited to announce the release of my new book “Unshackled: Diary of a Prodigal Son.” For those who have ever found themselves in the “valleys” of life…
"Unshackled" takes us on the spiritual, emotional and psychological journey of a modern day prodigal son. Primed to be one of today’s spiritual leaders, Kit Cum...mings’s success as a minister ill prepared him for the dark turn his life took. Plagued by an addictive past, confronted by a disillusioned flock, and angered by a seemingly absent God, Kit left the shelter of God’s arms for the chains of worldly pursuits. Alone, depressed and on the run, Kit would experience his greatest suffering, realize his worst fears and squander the Spirit within. It took an old friend in shackles to set him on the course to true freedom and help him find his way back home. Unshackled is the true story of one man’s spiritual search that became inextricably linked to an unlikely group of random individuals on the road to Redemption. If you’ve ever been in chains and longed for the keys to true freedom, allow "Unshackled" to be your guide!
Advance Praise for Unshackled:
“Unshackled is for everyone that has been in the valley. This book will restore your soul.”
Shelia P. Moses, Author, Playwright and Producer
“Unshackled is a bona fide page-turner. As a Christian and professional athlete, I’m always looking for something to inspire me, and Unshackled did just that.”
Mack Strong, 15-year NFL Veteran and Pro Bowl Running Back
“There are many people who have spiritual comeback stories, but Kit Cummings’s approach to the redeeming power of God hits on all cylinders!”
Antonio Boyd, Vice-President North American Programs for HOPE worldwide ltd.
“With warmth and genuineness, Kit Cummings’s book Unshackled shows the grace and beauty of a spirit that never quits and tells a story that is compelling and triumphant.”
Alesia Alexander Layne, Executive Director, Project Karma, Inc.
Order Now at: http://www.ipibooks.com/
"Unshackled" takes us on the spiritual, emotional and psychological journey of a modern day prodigal son. Primed to be one of today’s spiritual leaders, Kit Cum...mings’s success as a minister ill prepared him for the dark turn his life took. Plagued by an addictive past, confronted by a disillusioned flock, and angered by a seemingly absent God, Kit left the shelter of God’s arms for the chains of worldly pursuits. Alone, depressed and on the run, Kit would experience his greatest suffering, realize his worst fears and squander the Spirit within. It took an old friend in shackles to set him on the course to true freedom and help him find his way back home. Unshackled is the true story of one man’s spiritual search that became inextricably linked to an unlikely group of random individuals on the road to Redemption. If you’ve ever been in chains and longed for the keys to true freedom, allow "Unshackled" to be your guide!
Advance Praise for Unshackled:
“Unshackled is for everyone that has been in the valley. This book will restore your soul.”
Shelia P. Moses, Author, Playwright and Producer
“Unshackled is a bona fide page-turner. As a Christian and professional athlete, I’m always looking for something to inspire me, and Unshackled did just that.”
Mack Strong, 15-year NFL Veteran and Pro Bowl Running Back
“There are many people who have spiritual comeback stories, but Kit Cummings’s approach to the redeeming power of God hits on all cylinders!”
Antonio Boyd, Vice-President North American Programs for HOPE worldwide ltd.
“With warmth and genuineness, Kit Cummings’s book Unshackled shows the grace and beauty of a spirit that never quits and tells a story that is compelling and triumphant.”
Alesia Alexander Layne, Executive Director, Project Karma, Inc.
Order Now at: http://www.ipibooks.com/
Let Go
He's everywhere, all the time. Nothing is impossible for Him, for He has all power. He knows all things and He sees all (He's never missed a thing). He's good all the time, and all the time He is good. And He IS Love... Don't you think He deserves to be TRUSTED today? He always has a plan-- it just doesn't typically unfold exactly when and how we expect it to (His ways are not our ways). Believe, trust, and LET GO-- life works better that way.
My Friend
Sunday was a good day... The man that I spoke of last week was paroled out of Hays State Prison. He is the gentleman that taught the troubled youth that tour the prison and also taught a couple of classes in the Faith & Character Program where I teach as well. He attended church with me yesterday, and we presented him with a token of our appreciation for speaking to some of our kids that visited the prison a couple of months ago. His son was with him, and the church gave him a standing ovation that lasted for what seemed like several minutes. Our church appreciates the good work he has done and his committment to the kids... Yes, Sunday was a VERY good day. (and I am honored to count him as a friend)
Good News
Today is the day for good news to be SHARED... As soon as you come across some (not if, but when) please share it with someone who could use a little "pick me up." Get the momentum moving and start a good news string-- a little HOPE movement, if you will. It's all around you; all you have to do is open your eyes and ears, and then choose to share it. I look forward to hearing from you soon-- now go find some.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
Catch it, come alive, pass it on.
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