AUGUST MOTIVATIONAL MOMENT by Dr. Elmira P. Davis

As summer races to a close and our minds turn once again to our unfinished journey ahead, let us begin the month of August as a time to recalibrate, renew and truly R-E-F-R-E-S-H .

R=REST and RELAX without surfing social media, talking on the phone, or trying to problem solve for at least 30 minutes a day.

E=EXPRESS your love, compassion, and concern to one unsuspecting friend or loved one every day. You can do it.

Come on Now! EXPRESS YOURSELF.

F=FILL up with the oil of the Holy Spirit before you leave home in the morning during your daily devotional time. Allow the Word to permeate your mind, saturate your spirit and illuminate your path.

R=RELEASE the RESIDUE of anger, disappointment, and pain caused by the events and people from your past. REACH out across the aisle and across the miles and start the conversation that could possibly lead to RESTORATION.

E=EAT the good of the land with moderation and consideration of your unique dietary preferences, needs and restrictions. And YES…EXERCISE at least 30 minutes each day.

S=STOP majoring in the minors, sweating the small stuff, and worrying about tomorrow. SAVOR the sweet, special, supernatural, and spectacular blessings that have already been bestowed upon you.

H=HEAR the words spoken by the people in your sphere every day. Your colleagues, church family, immediate family, and friends may be crying out for HELP. Sometimes all people want is someone to listen with their HEART!