SEAL

Powerful class up at the prison today… We taught SEAL Training techniques to inmate leaders about how to stay calm under pressure, control emotions, and visualize success on missions. It is all about Goal Setting, Arousal Control, Mental Rehearsal and Self Talk (or GAMS, as we call it). They were VERY engaged and now have new, more effective tools at their disposal to be able to better handle conflict in a tense and dangerous environment… All in all, a successful day.

Resolution

Now’s the time to begin to create your New Year’s Resolution; one that will STICK… Make a firm decision of something specific that you are GOING to change. Write it down. Create an affirmation around it, write it out and display it somewhere that you will see regularly. Begin to repeat this new “Power Thought” throughout the day, as if it has ALREADY been accomplished (get ridiculously familiar with the phrase and “wear it out” in your mind). Share your new conviction with someone you trust, who will hold you supportively accountable. Now take at least ONE step today that demonstrates your commitment to accomplishing your goal. Do something good for yourself as a reward for taking that all important first step… Now, EVERY night, end your day visualizing yourself living victoriously in this area of your life— SEE it every night as you go to sleep (the last thought in your mind as you fall asleep is what the brain will work on while you rest). DO NOT be afraid to share your new commitment with as many people as you like— as a matter of fact, shout it from the rooftops… Unless of course you are planning to fail and want to keep it to yourself as a “way out” –-your call. You CAN do this. (pass it on)

Good News

Good news: heading back to L.A. the first week of January to meet with a film maker who is interested in our "Power of Peace Project." This film is about the history of the L.A. Gang Wars and we would be featured for our work with gangs on the “inside” of maximum security prisons… Also, just got booked on a TV Show that films in April out in Hollywood as well (same subject matter). God is good, and more prayers are always welcome!

Shift

Important day up at the prison. The Deputy Warden allowed us to call out specific inmates of our choosing that happen to be very influential in their respective dorms. We had an impromptu “Peace Council” meeting and brainstormed as to how we can change the momentum and begin to bring peace to some of the most violent dorms on the compound. I respect these men so much. They take a stand in a very dangerous place, and are willing to stand out for peace and positive change. Some of the ideas that came out of today’s meeting could very well lead to a significant shift… Keep the prayers coming-- we feel the power!

The Power of Believing

There is incredible power in BELIEVING. We are always affecting change by simply believing. It matters not whether you are aware of this phenomenon, for its power is always at work. You cut your finger, and it heals because you believe it will. You plant a seed, and it grows because you EXPECT it to and believe that it should. The “Power of Belief” does not judge between good and bad, it just manifests what you expect in life… God has given us this amazing and indescribable power to co-create. So what do YOU believe? For me, I believe that 2012 is going to be the BEST year of my life; that I am getting younger; that more and more money will flow in, because money is good for the good that it can do for others; that I am healthy and getting stronger every day; that 2012 is THE year of miracles (I believe these things because of who HE is, and in spite of who I am)… What do you believe? Pay attention to your expectations— they carry unbelievable POWER.

Prayer Warriors

I’m in need of some REAL Prayer Warriors… A gang war up at Hays State Prison has caused several lock downs and has everything on edge. Gary and I really need to be able to take our program into the dorms in order to reach the ones that can turn the tide. However, right now administration will not let us go into the areas where the inmates live, because they fear that we could create a hostage situation. So, we are calling on “Men of Faith” in each of those dorms to fast and pray for open doors, and to break the hold of the enemy there. Will you join them? Please fast from something and pray for PEACE at Hays State Prison this season. Too many men have been hurt, and there a many more there who want peace than the ones who want violence—the enemy is just outworking us. This is a Call to Battle, for all who have the faith for it.

Life

It’s a WONDERFUL life… Good times and bad; richer or poorer; sickness and health. It will either make you better or bitter; softer or harder; giving or grasping; loving or leaving; more like HIM or more like them… It’s all in how you SEE things. See things the way you wish them to be; and please don’t waste ANY of it— all of it is intended to make you into the person you were destined to be: just like the Source.

Joy

What an inspiring day up at Hays State Prison… Today was “Family Day” for all the men in the Faith & Character Program, and we had a graduation program (complete with caps & gowns), breakfast and lunch, and a great time meeting their parents, wives, brothers and sisters, and beautiful little children. These times are absolutely the happiest times for these men that are doing very long, if not life sentences. To watch them hug their loved ones and show off their little children truly warms the heart. You feel a hope and joy on this day in that dangerous place that rarely if ever happens there. These men are real, and human, and there is still PLENTY of love inside of them. May God bless these “men of peace” at this maximum security camp.

Boldness

"No weapon forged against you shall prevail." Wow, what a promise and commitment from the ultimate Protector... Claim it, and walk boldly in His name-- every place you set your foot is YOURS today. I will not walk in fear, for fear is the absence of LOVE. (and I got nothin' but love for ya)

Partners

What a weekend so far in Texas... Two large, powerful non-profit organizations have become SO important in my life and my work: HOPE Worldwide and Kairos Prison Ministries International. My dream has been that these two wonderful entities can partner and help one another-- for HOPE to develop a ministry for the incarcerated and for Kairos to be able to utilize HOPE's young, energetic volunteer bas...e around the nation... Yesterday after I spoke, the dream became a reality. Both of these organizations agreed to develop a partnership and help one another continue to help even more people in crisis. God is SO good, and I'm just thrilled to be at the party. (BIG thanks to Antonio Boyd and Ed Keefer)

Belief

Why not focus on what you DESIRE today, rather than what you dread and fear? So many people will go through today focusing their valuable thoughts and attention on their worries and doubts, instead of their dreams and desires-- not knowing that they are helping build their own nightmares! What you focus on expands, and what you resist you strengthen-- so give your creative energy FULLY to your dreams today... And don't EVER stop believing-- there's magic in it.

The Power of Belief

The Power of Belief... What you BELIEVE to be true IS true-- at least it is for you. Do you believe that the universe is a friendly place? Do you believe in an all-powerful, all-knowing, all-present Creator that has EVERYTHING under control and has NEVER made a mistake? Do you believe that you are loved? Do you believe that things ALWAYS work out in a way that furthers the greater good? Do you believe that dreams really do come true? Determine what you believe to be TRUE today-- then just believe your beliefs and doubt your doubts... It IS a wonderful life; and I give thanks for YOU today.

Potential

Close your eyes and take a mental picture of the perfect YOU... The clarity in your eyes, the health in your body, the strength of your character, the purity of your heart. Visualize the faith in your spirit, the determination in your mind, and the integrity in your speech. Now picture the LOVE that covers it all-- can you see it? Now open your eyes and go make it so. (This world needs the best version of YOU today)

Great Debate

Great day up at the prison. We announced the next phase in The Power of Peace Project. We will have a series of "Great Debates" as individual dorms will "battle" one another. A dorm will choose a representative and he will square off against another inmate in a debate forum in front of the whole group. We choose the topic, set the rules, and assign positions... In the end, the inmates will learn to use their minds and words to persuade and resolve conflict, rather than resorting to violence. We will use a round-by-round championship model... I can't wait!

Guard Your Mind

Imagine the potential of a thought. Or the power of an idea. String a few together and you have an invention, a new discovery, or a revolution... Guard your MIND today; observe your thoughts and what you allow to flow through; especially what you allow to linger. It is the space where miracles are birthed and all things are possible; but also the place of nightmares... THINK about it, and choose your thoughts wisely-- they are the raw materials of EVERYTHING we create.

Angels

I am so blessed to be able to speak to and teach so many different types of people: young and old, all colors, faiths and economic backgrounds. However, this morning was particularly special. I had the opportunity to speak to a group of autistic, young adults. These were the most intelligent, fascinating, beautiful young men that I have had the privilege to meet. I learned SO much... I felt as if I had spent a couple of hours with a group of angels; and perhaps I did.

What If

What if... What if you saw the GOOD in everyone you met today. What if you LOOKED for the answers to all your prayers today. What if you BELIEVED all of God's promises today. What if you lived life like today was your LAST day. What if, what if... Today is all we really have: see the good, keep your eyes open, believe and live YOUR life.

A Child's Eyes

When we see the world through the eyes of a child, everything makes more sense... Children make friends easily; they settle disputes quickly; they forgive fully; they trust to a fault; they follow the leader; they see the best in everything; having fun and playing well with others comes before everything else... Try looking at things through the eyes of a child today-- it might just set you free.

Appointments

Divine Appointments... Today as I go about my business, I will run across countless strangers to me. Some I will recognize, others will be brand new acquaintances. Will I be alert and paying attention to truly "see" the ones that God has put in my path? Some will be there for me to help, encourage or serve as He intends. Others will be sent with something that I might need as I travel along my journey... If I'm awake and paying careful attention, I just might meet an answer to my prayers. Will you be ALERT today and show up for your "Divine Appointment"?

Change

What do you want to be when you grow up? Did you know that over 90% of your physical body is less than 10 years old? It only takes the body about 6 months to produce a brand new liver. Every minute, your body is creating and releasing billions of cells... So if your body is constantly changing, then why can't YOU change? You can be WHATEVER you want to be. So, what do YOU want to be today? Go and make it so.

Break-Through

Imagine dozens of inmates together in a gymnasium at a tough maximum security prison. They come from different cities, different cultures, different ethnic backgrounds, and in some cases different gangs. Most don't know each other, and some really don't like each other-- some are even former enemies... Get the picture? Now imagine them arm in arm, dancing and singing "Lean On Me." Laughter fills the room, and later they are hugging and even shedding tears together... This is truly a place where MIRACLES happen. Stay tuned.

Belief

What you believe to be true today makes ALL the difference... Is there plenty or never enough; is this world a friendly place or a very dark one; is YOUR market strong or weak; is there good news everywhere or only drama; are you the answer to someone's prayer or just another sad story... You see, what YOU believe IS true. At least it is for you. (See the world the way you wish it to be today)

Plenty

"Whoever has will be given more; whoever does not have, even what they have will be taken from them.” So what if it all comes down to this: Plenty vs. Lack. Do you live in a world of abundance or scarcity; prosperity or poverty; enough or NEVER enough? Maybe we'll get to the other side and realize that we had SO much more power than we ever realized, and it all came down to what we believed to be true... As for me, I CHOOSE to live in a world of PLENTY today. (He's got it all, and HE never lacks anything)

Truly Amazing

Something truly amazing is happening at the Maximum Security Prison that has become our Field of Dreams... Yesterday, as men from different gangs, races, and faiths gathered for our Peace Initiative Meeting, one man came in that everyone knew. He is the leader of one of the biggest gangs in the prison and known among inmates throughout the GA correctional system. As he spoke, you could hear a pin drop... He began to shed tears in front of his brothers AND his enemies and called for CHANGE. It was one of the most powerful moments I have experienced to date. Don't stop BELIEVING.

NOW

Anxiety, fear and worry? They typically live in the future... Regret, shame and sadness? They typically live in the past... The power to change and co-create your miracle? Now that lives in the powerful PRESENT moment. Try to stay in the moment today-- that's where ALL your power dwells. (yesterday's history; tomorrow's a mystery-- don't miss the NOW)

40 Days

I don't know about you, but nowadays I hear more complaining, excuse-making and blame-shifting than EVER before. It is truly rare when I hear someone take complete responsibility for their situation... 40 Days can change your life. Will you take the "40 Day Challenge" like so many others I have challenged recently? For the Next 40 Days: "I will not complain, make excuses, or blame anyone. I will take FULL responsibility for my own choices and actions. Period." Are you in? If so, journal your results and be amazed at what you find. (Say YES-- it's only 40 Days; on Day 41 you can have ALL your best excuses back if you like)

Visualize

Take a moment, close your eyes, and visualize the BEST version of you: the best weight, attitude, health, clothing, smile, determination, amount of money in your wallet, posture, countenance, spirituality, joy, mental toughness, clarity in your eyes, everything-- the very best YOU... Now take a mental picture, burn it into your mental hard drive, and GO make it so. (And tell the first excuse that pops up that you're not buying from him anymore)

Perfect Love

Fear is an illusion; merely the absence of LOVE. Add love to any experience, thought, or relationship, and fear vanishes— it simply disappears. In the same way that darkness flees when a light is turned on, fear dissipates when love arrives… Try it today with your biggest worry: Perfect love drives out fear. Always.

Blessings

What if you TRULY counted your blessings each and every day and gave SINCERE thanks for every one, big and small... What if you focused more energy and attention today on what you LOVE and desire, rather than what you dread and fear... What if you took the time to REALLY appreciate those in your life today that you would miss if they were suddenly gone... Would your life be different if you took these few simple but very powerful steps on a regular basis? The choice is yours.

Hope & Joy

What a great time last night speaking to the wonderful women at the Metro Transitional Center... The joyful and hopeful spirit is contageous, and I look forward to going back and seeing my sisters again. Don't believe the hype: I see more courage and genuine faith in some of these correctional facilities, than I see in many of the churches I visit... Though a righteous man falls seven times, he RISES again.

Shine

Authenticity is powerful and attractive... So just be YOU today. There has never been another you, and there never will be. Why try so hard to fit in, when you were born to STAND OUT? The real you: that's all we need, and that is enough. (He makes no mistakes; you are perfect just the way you are-- so SHINE.)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Give Today

What do you desire today? GIVE what you want to receive and it will return to you tenfold... You want success? Help someone be successful. You want peace? Be the peacemaker. You want joy? Give yours away or help somebody find some today. You want forgiveness? Give it. You want money? Go SHARE some with someone in need. You can't trick the laws of nature: Give, and it will be GIVEN to you... Just open the flow.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Open Minds

What an amazing week in New England... I am SO impressed with Kairos: this wonderful non-profit organization that has been doing what they do for 35 years, in 34 states and 9 foreign countries, with 30,000 volunteers, in 350 prisons-- and they are SO open and excited about the "40 Days of Peace" that is going so well at Hays State Prison, and determined to find a way to partner with me. So many organizations at their level would not even bother to consider something radically new, but these beautiful people are all about staying open to HIS will, and in step with HIS Spirit... A great example indeed.

The Good Stuff

This life is AMAZING: possibilities, opportunities and potential; always something new, never the same ole same ole, and definitely never boring; new people, new adventures, new exploits... This life is definitely amazing. Don't believe the hype, and most definitely don't believe all those who want to tell you that life stinks... The "not knowing what will happen next" is the good stuff. Just LIVE.

Never Give Up

Don't ever give up. I mean never... Hang on to your dream, and don't take no for an answer... What if you quit five minutes before the miracle happens? Just don't give up. Ever. Somebody NEEDS what you do... Just go DO it.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Peace Reigns

Great news from the prison yesterday... We met with the warden and he confirmed that violent incidents, fights and attacks are down significantly from 2010. (we'll get hard numbers at the end of the year) He can't remember a Summer as "quiet" as this one (violence always increases the hotter it gets, because there is no air conditioni...ng in the dorms and everyone is "on edge")... 2010 was one of the most violent years in the recent past. The only difference this year? We started the Peace Initiative on Jan 18th 2011, the day after MLK Day. Give peace a chance-- miracles are happening in a dangerous and deadly place. It can happen ANYWHERE.

Today

What if today was the day... The day your dream comes true. The day you find EXACTLY what you're looking for. The day that special person finds you. The day your ship comes in. The day you have that "million dollar idea." The day you're in the right place, at the right time, with just the right answer... You know, THE day. It'll be THE day for millions around the world today; why not YOU? Wouldn't it make more sense to assume that today is your day, instead of the opposite? It's up to you, but I'm going to believe that today is MY day... Care to join me?

Just Imagine

Imagination brings a dream into the realm of potential. Focus, determination and action begin to build, nourish and fuel this young dream as it grows and matures. Our thoughts and words support that vision and generate the law of attraction that pulls everything you need for that dream to materialize and manifest itself in your life. ...Then your dream shows up EXACTLY the way that it needs to, at PRECISELY the right moment, in the form of JUST the right messenger... It's been happening this way your entire life-- for the things you want, as well as the things you don't. Trust the process and unleash your imagination for the GOOD. (By the way: doubt, worry and fear work too-- they just create different realities.)

Amazing

Amazing developments at the prison today... We had the follow up Peace Rally for the men who signed up for the Peace Initiative when we made our way through all the dorms delivering the Peace message a couple of weeks ago... Today we met with a packed house and talked about "True Strength and Power" using Gandhi, King and Mandela as o...ur examples, and we called them to a purpose greater than themselves. You could have heard a pin drop as we preached and dreamed together of a NEW Hays State Prison-- one where Peace Reigns... And we had a whole new cast of characters present today; some who are powerful and dangerous men, who are now considering the power of LOVE instead of darkness and fear. Please keep working Father... I stand in awe of your power and might.

Perspective

Change the way you look at things, and the things you look at CHANGE... Perhaps there is a different perspective to your current situation: maybe this hardship is going to make you tougher; maybe that loss is providing space for your answered prayer to show up; maybe that struggle is going to increase your faith; and just maybe that injury is going to help you develop a weakness... Perceived "curses" are very often blessings in disguise-- it all depends on your perspective.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Risk It

Why not take a RISK today... Make your move; take a chance; roll the dice; ante up; face your fear... You'll find that fear is most always irrational and unfounded-- an imposter. We miss 100% of the shots that we DO NOT take-- go ahead and take your shot today... If you miss, what have you lost? If you don't take your shot, you've lost already.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Possibilities

The universe conspires on my behalf to bring about the reality which I desire... Choose wisely. Nature doesn't judge good, bad or ugly; whatever gets the most time, attention and focus MUST be what is most important to me and therefore my TRUE desire... and the attraction force begins to pull in my direction. (Imagine the possibilities)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Peace!

What a truly fascinating day... My partner Gary and I went into ALL 15 dorms at Hays State Prison and delivered 15 individual messages on PEACE (I've never preached so many messages in a row to so many different audiences-- three straight hours)... We got some great receptions, some heckling, encountered some hatred, a few veiled threats, and also tremendous support. The amazing thing was that by the end of EVERY message, we had the inmate's attention and respect. MANY men signed onto our Peace Movement, and so the story continues... Stay tuned, and give PEACE a chance.

Assignment

What if you came into this world with a specific assignment, a mission designed just for YOU... No one else can complete this journey like you can, because you were thoroughly and uniquely equipped for this purpose. Perhaps ALL that you have gone through, good, bad and ugly was designed to prepare you to complete this assignment... Ma...ybe life is all about finding your unique role and doing your individual part. Who knows, maybe you agreed and committed to it before you entered this world? Please be available today; maybe you're the ONLY one who can do it just like YOU do it. (this world needs you-- you're the universe's ONLY shot at you)

Stress

Feeling "stressed out" today? Stress is the product of resistance... Stop fighting things and people that you cannot control. Focus on what you CAN change and give your valuable energy and attention to that. You'll find that what you focus on EXPANDS and what you resist you only strengthen. Accept the things you cannot change and learn the lesson at hand... Stress or acceptance-- your choice.

Expectation

"Expectation" is powerful. We bring to ourselves what we expect to find: good fortune, good news, the right connections, good luck, prosperity, all the right breaks-- being in the right place at the right time... The opposite holds true as well: when we focus on what we fear, dread, and worry about? That shows up too... Fully EXPECT your miracle today; then go and find it. (It's looking for you)

Beliefs

Feeling stuck? Examine your current beliefs-- could be that they aren't really true at all... "I can't, I never, I always..." Self-limiting beliefs are traps and boxes. To break free, focus on what you KNOW to be true... Anything is possible for those who believe.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Thoughts

Fill your mind with beauty, purity and innocence today... You'll be amazed how it will affect your emotions, change your mood, and shift your energy. A simple, powerful thought has the power to CHANGE things... "Think about such things."

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

No Excuses

No excuses today; just CHOICES... No one else to blame, no one left to criticize, and rationalizing is getting old and doesn't change anything anyway. Just CHOOSE: who do you want to be, and where do you want to go? (and yes, perhaps it is just that easy)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Unity

Great progress with our "Peace Council" at the prison today... After having a "hostile meeting" a couple of weeks ago, we have made huge strides the last two weeks by getting the disruptive elements out of the room and refocusing on our purpose, vision and staying in the SOLUTION... It is fascinating watching these men come together for a dream that is greater than themselves-- I'm learning SO much.

Become

It's never too late to become the person that you might have been... See yourself the way that you were MEANT to be-- work from the end (It's NEVER too late, and I mean NEVER.)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Change

Another amazing day at the prison yesterday... We are facilitating and mediating talks between rival gangs in one of the most dangerous prisons in the state-- some say the country. To watch these men learn to work together and make decisions that will save lives, is one of the most powerful things I've ever witnessed. Yesterday it was decided that they will allow me and my associate Gary to begin to teach in all the dorms-- very important development and significant policy change... If it can happen there, it can happen ANYWHERE. Stay tuned...

Dreams

It all starts with a DREAM, a longing in the heart for something greater than yourself... Then you begin to think about it constantly and an honorable obsession begins to develop. That engages your emotions and you find yourself being called to this holy pursuit. You then begin to speak of it and the power of your words mysteriously b...egin to create your desired outcome. Your words move people to action and you begin to mobilize support for your new mission... Before you know it-- your new reality begins to "show up" in your life... This is the power your dreams contain-- use them wisely and deliberately, and choose the life you truly desire.

Your Future

Imagination is one of the most powerful tools that we have been given. When you quiet your mind and begin to bring into focus the life that you desire, you bring forces into play and set energies into motion that are creative and transformative... Open the door so that your FUTURE can come in.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Unlearn Your Fears

Psychologists tell us that we are born with only TWO innate fears: falling and loud noises... All the others we learn as we live and grow (and as we know there are literally hundreds of legitimate "Phobias"). The good news: if you learned it, you can also unlearn the irrational ones that are holding you back. Face your fears today; you chose them, now just let them go.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Focus

We really do find what we LOOK for. The brain is designed and programmed to search for what it has learned is important to you (it's always observing, learning and storing data). So it actively searches for more of whatever you have trained it to look for-- through your focus, attention and thoughts... The interesting part is that most of this goes on in the unconscious mind! So, what will "show up" in your life today? Be careful what gets your valuable focus and attention-- you'll SEE it again soon.

Peace

On my way back up to the prison. Amazing results with the Peace Initiative continue. Violence has decreased since we began our Peace Talks, however, recently the staff confiscated 110 "shanks" in a shakedown in ONE of the dorms... Much work still to be done. Please pray for these Peace Warriors.

Thoughts...

Thoughts become things, and we FIND what we believe we deserve... Guard your mind today and if you must obsess, obsess on things that are wonderful and extraordinary-- you deserve it.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

White House Trip!

Heading to DC tonight... I am very excited to have been invited to the White House tomorrow with HOPE Worldwide-- a wonderful non-profit organization celebrating 20 years of service work around the globe. HOPE is becoming very interested in reaching the incarcerated and giving forgotten men HOPE as well... Open doors abound!

Update: What an incredible day at the White House meeting with the Office of Faith-Based and Neighborhood Partnerships... HE is definitely up to something.

Get On With It

Go for it... Really. No more procrastinating, excusing, avoiding, denying, rationalizing, waiting, delaying, justifying-- do it NOW; do it right; do it strong; do it the way that only YOU can do it. (But really, just get on with it)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Focus

What we focus on EXPANDS... What will get your valuable time, attention and focus today? I hope it is what you truly DESIRE; not what you dread and fear. You deserve victory, success, prosperity and abundance in your life; so focus on the things that accompany your dreams. You are filled with power, love, light and pure potential-- so go and FIND your miracle today. (It's right around the next turn)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Just DO It

In the immortal words of Yoda: "There is no try, only DO." (You'll have to say it in your own "Yoda Voice" but you get the point-- Just do it.) Today could be THE day.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Soul Force

What we are NOT: our possessions, our accomplishments, our reputation, our physical body, our title (all "false self")... What we ARE: gifted souls, put here to make a difference in the world today. (Just say "no" to EGO today-- we all have a greater purpose: Soul Force.)

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Time

Last night at the prison was SO inspiring... We dealt with the sensitive issue of "Time"... For these young men, most of whom are doing long sentences (or life sentences) "time" is a hot topic. We spoke about staying PRESENT in the moment, and not allowing "time" to be an obstacle, merely a means to an end, or an enemy. They committed to trying to be present in EVERY moment over the next week, and not to stay stuck in the past or worried about the future... If THEY can do it, do you think you can? Give it a shot-- it can set you free.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

It Could Be You

Today could be YOUR day... Why not you, why not now, why not bigger and better than ever before? Just "bag" your best, tired old excuses and get out there and find your good news and fortune today... It is literally EVERYWHERE for those who choose to SEE it. Why not you?

Victory

Focused, determined, destined, motivated, inspired, directed, enthused, BLESSED... Victory, purpose, mission, results, productivity, action, prosperity, ABUNDANCE... You ready for this? Oh yeah, I most certainly AM. (He's got my back-- who can oppose Him?)

Why Not You?

Why not you; why not today? Pay careful attention today: phone calls, emails, text messages, chance meetings... The answers to your questions are ALL AROUND you. Random strangers might not be so random. "Crazy ideas" should be considered... Why not you, why not today? (and if you're already thinking: "Not me, not today" --why is that, are you so different?) Something AMAZING is going to happen to someone you know today-- let it be YOU.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Open the Flow

Something extraordinary is going to happen today... Don't miss it: sometimes miracles are disguised, and the answers to your prayers are right in front of you all along. Open your eyes and seek the open doors ; don't fight the ones that seem to close. Just open the flow and let your miracle FIND you today.

Catch it, come alive, pass it on.

Peace Developments

Great news: TBN has confirmed that we will be airing a 30 minute segment on May 24th featuring the "Prison Peace Initiative" that I have been privileged to develop and witness at Hays State Prison. We begin shooting the promo next week... More details to follow. (But HE definitely seems to be up to something)

Movement

Significant progress with the Peace Council at Hays State Prison. Each week we have begun meeting with the inmate leaders for a "round table discussion." This week we created a practical way for gang leaders to stop attacks before they happen, and we are also discussing ways to provide incentives for inmates that engage in the Peace Movement. These developments were unthinkable a year ago in Georgia's most dangerous prison. God is up to something...

Progress

Great news from the prison last night... The warden noted that since we officially began the "Peace Initiative" a few weeks ago at Hays State Prison, there have been NO stabbings. This is significant in one of the most dangerous prisons in the state, where 300 of the 1000 in general population are doing life sentences and have very little to lose-- and where attacks typically happen weekly, if not daily... Please keep these bold Freedom Fighters in your prayers!

Peace

The Peace Movement is well underway at Hays State Prison... The warden has approved a weekly "Peace Meeting" that I will be facilitating with the inmate leaders at this maximum security prison. Leaders of the main gangs, Muslims and Christian community will be represented at this round table, as we will be discussing solutions, obstacles, opportunities and incentives for peace in this dangerous environment. Please pray for us, and especially for a young man named Andre-- he is a former gang leader and is now leading this movement from the inside; and not everyone WANTS peace. May God's will be done.

Good News

Ask everyone you see today for some "Good News." You'll be amazed what you find: it will help people focus on all that is GOOD and redirect their focus/energy... If they don't have any, ask them to call you when they do-- that will encourage them to LOOK for some (and we tend to find what we look for!) Help me start a "Good News Movement" today.

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Adventure

What if life were predictable? Always the same; no surprises, no "Plan B", no improvisation... People would STILL be complaining-- about the monotony of it all. As it is, at least it's never boring. I wouldn’t know good times without the bad; I wouldn't understand light without the darkness; no courage without fear; no victory without defeat; no pleasure without the pain... Thank God for the adventure of it all-- it beats the heck out of the alternative.

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Choices

Today you will either: Create new possibilities (new thoughts, ideas, decisions, and actions), or: Repeat the past (OLD thoughts, habits, routines, with typical results)... We have the freedom of CHOICE. Choose to create your new reality today-- do something you've never done; or imitate something others have done and succeeded, who have gone before you.

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Freedom!

Wow... The "First 40 Days" at the Maximum Security Prison was a miracle in itself. The point man for my "Inside Team" is an amazing young man. He completed the 40 day journal and it is inspiring, brilliant and compelling. In it, we get to look inside the mind of a life sentence inmate doing his ALL to be used by God to bring about Peace in a very dangerous place... Stay tuned.

Today is a Gift

Today is a gift, a miracle, an opportunity, an adventure, an answered prayer, endless possibilities and pure potential... Please don't MISS it.

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Go For It

If you don't know where you're going, then any road will get you there... And we miss 100% of the shots that we DO NOT take... Have a plan, pick a target, pull the trigger! This day will NEVER come back to you-- make the most of it. (FIND your Good Luck today)

Miracles

Do you believe in Miracles? I do: The Unexpected and Unexplainable. Go find one today. I mean SEARCH for one; go on a quest to witness God's work today; look for His fingerprints-- I dare you... You'll be amazed at what you find. They're all around you; all we need to do is OPEN our eyes.

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No Doubt

In a tight spot? Pray and do NOT doubt-- the answer is already on it's way. (Really)

Win

Win... Just get up, start swinging, and WIN. (You deserve it... But you can't win, unless you get back UP.)

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Peace

On January 18th, 2011, twelve men at a dangerous maximum security prison signed a “Peace Pledge.” Following the example of men like Gandhi, King, Mandela and Jesus of Nazareth, they set out to see if they could live in peace with the men that reside in Georgia’s toughest prison. “40 Days of Peace” began on the 25th anniversary of MLK Day and would continue for the following forty days. These twelve men chronicled their success, struggles and failures; bold men, some of whom are former gang members serving life sentences. What happened next is that they unknowingly started a Peace Movement that would continue to spread to many other state prisons. The “Seven Peace Initiatives” that they committed to and the transformation that followed is the subject of Kit Cummings’ new work and next book. Dr. King’s Dream lives on, and light shines brightest in the darkness… Stay tuned, and give PEACE a chance.

Wonderful

Perhaps you are a much greater person than you believe yourself to be. Sometimes you just can't see it-- but everyone else can. (BELIEVE those that can appreciate how wonderful you truly are)

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Visualize

Bring to mind the BEST day of your life... Pull it up from your memory banks, visualize it, and "feel" how good it was. Remember it? Can you SEE it? Now go and create an awesome experience. Bring to yourself all the things that you richly deserve today-- it's there; just go and FIND it.

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Power Thoughts

You want it Bigger, Better and Brighter? Start with new Power Thoughts-- they are always the beginning of the creative process... You want something you've never had? Got to do something you've never DONE. (Go get 'em)

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Instruments

Be of good USE today: Be light to those stumbling in darkness. Be truth to those lost in error. Be goodness to those who feel bad. Be encouragement to those who need some strength. Be LOVE to those distracted by hate... Be an instrument of HIS peace-- this world needs YOU today.

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Just Do It.

Do it... Stop thinking about it, excusing it, rationalizing it, procrastinating it, dreaming about it, talking about it, justifying it, planning it, waiting on it... Just DO IT already-- you know you want to. (perhaps you're MEANT to-- you'll never know until you do)

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Live Life NOW

Live life... Experience it. (The present moment is a GIFT; not an enemy, an obstacle, or simply a means to an end). Live it NOW.

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Just BE

Why do you do what you do? And I don't mean: "For the money" or "So that I can pay the bills." I mean WHY, really... What if you could-- have the money, pay the bills, get rid of the debt; then what? What would you DO, where would you GO, with whom would you enjoy it-- or who would you GIVE it to... Why not focus on THAT today-- just BE that person, and make it so.

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True Freedom

The "Young Freedom Fighters" Group at the Maximum Security Prison where I am privileged to serve, signed their self-crafted "Peace Pledge" tonight in honor of Dr. King's holiday-- in my presence (after they fasted all weekend to prepare)... Among other things, they committed to the following for the next 40 days: 1) I will do my very ...best to live in peace with my fellow inmates and officers. 2) I will not provoke or disrespect my fellow man. 3) If provoked, I will not retaliate. 4) If cursed, I will not curse back. 5) I will not lie, cheat, or steal. 6) When I am wrong, I will promptly admit it, and quickly make amends. 7) I will treat all people with the respect with which I wish to be treated... These courageous young men are out to make a difference in this very dangerous place, where some of them will spend the rest of their natural lives. I stand in awe and truly amazed at the power of God.

Thrive

Just ignore those imposters who try to distract you from your mission and purpose today... You know the ones: worry, fear, and scarcity. The TRUTH is that you were born to thrive, grow, and share your gifts with the world-- just remember who you TRULY are and give your valuable energy and focus to that. (Those weak imposters will get bored and leave you alone, searching for someone else who will pay them close attention)

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Freedom Fighters

I am privileged to be witnessing an amazing transformation. Twelve inmates in one of the most dangerous prisons in the correctional system are constructing a bold peace initiative in honor of Dr. King's Dream. This is THEIR vision now-- I'm just there to facilitate, coach and celebrate as they continue to bring more men on board... I am honored to be in the battle with these courageous young Freedom Fighters-- I hope you will keep them in your prayers as they continue to change MY life.

Golden Pipes

EVERYONE has a special gift and talent-- some have more than one, but we all have something... Discover, uncover, develop and OFFER yours-- the world awaits, and needs what you have to give... That's when the miracles happen-- just ask the former homeless man, Ted Williams. Flex YOUR Golden Pipes.

New Year, New Vision

New year, new energy, new attitude, new mindset, new vision, new victories. No fear, no quit, no excuses... Expanding boundaries-- no limits. Engage, commit and move FORWARD. Ahh, yes: Lets get after it today.

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Fear NOT

Imagine where your life would be with NO fear... What if you could stop it right as the thought is born: catch it, quarantine it, and DELETE. That thought of scarcity, of not enough, of CAN'T, or NEVER, or not YET... 99% of fear is illusion, as it never comes to pass... Treat fear as the imposter that it is. In the end we'll regret not what we did, but rather what we DIDN'T do-- Live life to the fullest, and choose COURAGE. (it's alot more fun that way)

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