Got a Minute with John Ed Mathison

Remember what Gladstone teaches us when the love of power is replaced by the power of love, then you will experience peace.

Today, have an attitude of gratitude for all the wonderful blessings that you enjoy. You are on top of the grass.

What event in your life that you think is tough does God want to use to turn it into something terrific?

You can give someone a good paycheck today with healthy words of appreciation.

Friends, don't you think that it's time today to humble ourselves and confess our sins and ask for God's forgiveness and healing on our land? I believe that it's time to return to God and seek His guidance.

Don't ever give up on looking for something that is lost. God never gives up.

If it's possible to positively affect the problem, do it and get on with it, but if the problem is beyond your ability to affect it, put it out of your mind and move on. 

What source do you need to treat today? Hey, treat the sources and not the symptoms.

 I hope we all are educated enough to know when to register to vote, when to vote, and exercise the privilege of voting legally.

What can you do to make your city have a positive designation?

 It will be interesting to see how Russia solves this problem. How would you resolve it?

Many people are doing good things to help people in great need. Please don't criticize them-offer a helping hand and help make a difference.

Every person has the cancer of sin, and sin is an eternal death. But God's Son, Jesus, provided all that is necessary for the forgiveness of our sins to win us back to God. 

The best medicine for you to receive is God's love and the best medicine for you to give is also God's love.

Don't vote but one time and don't participate in any kind of voting that is not proper and legal.

The Bible is about the second chance that God gives to everybody, both those in prison, and those who have been released or have never been imprisoned.

Jesus said, “In as much as you do it to one of the least of these you have done it unto me.” Make this a good mental health day!

I hope that we all improve the quality of our work and that we are very much alive to the possibility of making a difference in life and never being mistaken for someone who has died. Be alive to a great life today.

What your life is becoming is your choice. Today is the best day to start making the choice to follow God's plan.

“Whatever we may have to go through now is less than nothing compared with the magnificent future God has planned for us. The whole creation is on tiptoe to see the wonderful site of the sons of God coming into their own.” 

I hope all of us use our money for something that's really valuable in the sense of what it can do to help make life better for everybody in the world. Ask God to help you create a Godly value system.

Remember this and repeat it when you first wake up—fear anticipates bad problems—faith affirms good possibilities. Which one will you choose today?

He always knows what is best, and always gives what is best. Learn to trust God as a Father and learn to be a Godly father.

What goal do you have today that you will pursue and not get discouraged? It will mean more if it's a goal that involves something you are doing for somebody else.

‘Glory to God in the highest, and on Earth peace, good will among men.'”  That is what Christmas is all about.

Christmas is about God's overcoming the world and silencing the worldly influence.  Be sure you know that.

 The One who has the best answers to any problem is God, and He not only has the answers but wants to work with you in solving the problem. He's a great partner.

The best criteria for being a good neighbor is to treat everybody just like you would like to be treated. That will not only avoid lawsuits but will create healthy relationships.

You can ride through life on His coattail if you fully desire to follow Him and you will have many more victories than you can ever imagine. He will love you, not sue you for copying Him.

 One day, He will say to all of His people who have elected to follow Him, “Because of My Son, you are not guilty. Come let me show you what I have prepared for you.”

 Use your time and energy to look for something good in every situation. It will not only help you face it, but will give you a much better attitude.

Solomon also wrote, “Wise words bring many benefits, and hard work brings rewards.” (Proverbs 12:14)

Relationships are precious. Don't wait for an emergency to help make one.

More people might remember the bad sportsmanship more than actually who won that particular Ryder Cup. Winning at sportsmanship is very important.

 I suggest that the people you trust with important decisions are really people and are people of integrity and people who would do what you expect. 

Does the way you present yourself represent who you really are? Does the nice wrapping on the outside fool people by what's on the inside? Be real.

 Being selective about thanking God for only good things can lead to pride. Thanking God for all things can lead to a proper attitude about life.

What do you have today that is extremely important to God, to you, and to other people? 

If you break the rules, you will be “caught” and every choice that we make will have a consequence. Always play by God's rules.

 If you are accused of being a fake, deflate that accusation by a lifestyle that shows you to be the person that God has called you to be. No fakes.

Read the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew chapters 5-7.  You will find there the best emotional support that is available, and you can receive that comfort whatever your circumstances or wherever you go in life.

Nothing in this world can take the place of persistence. Nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent.

God has a purpose for every person. Fulfilling God's purpose is the best record we can work toward—and it has eternal consequences when we fulfill it.

What can you do today to make God's presence felt in every situation that you encounter?

Trust Him. He is always faithful. His promises are always true. In Jesus, you find truth and trust.

Why am I surprised when prayers are answered? God can do miracles. If you pray for rain today, carry an umbrella! 

Today, would you be more concerned about who is going to be on top, or who will take a towel and serve. The choice is yours.

But there is a remedy for sin, and that is confessing to God, believing in His Son, and living for Him the rest of your life. Be thankful you are not that patient on the table, or the nurse, or the doctor.

If you are impersonating being a Christian or a good person, give up the impersonation—be a real live witness for God's grace and purpose.

 Jesus said if you store up your riches in Heaven, you don't worry about thieves and rust and wealth. Kingdom commitments will always win.

I hope your behavior will be something that will make your name a positive influence in society.