Got a Minute with John Ed Mathison

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.

Remember, every choice has a consequence. Good choices produce good consequences!

The most important thing is that you are the person that God created you to be.

I hope that when you come to the end of your life, your ending will be that you have followed God's plan for your life and know that you will live with him for eternity.

 Doing a good inventory of what you take in will express itself and leave a positive or negative way in the future. Let God help direct what you consume.

How much are we willing to pay to see people who are lost find their place of safety and security and purpose? Let's start a GoFindMe group today.

We need to get to work on the really important things involving our relationships with God and each other rather than participating in some rumor. How will you spend your time today?

No licenses or seminary or medical training is required—just do what God says. God is always right. With Him nothing is impossible.

What is your outlook for the future? How far ahead are you willing to look and set a goal? It might make a difference in how long you live.

What are you doing to bring people to your church and to the Kingdom of God? That's the most important recruiting that any of us can do.

Catching fish is important, but being a fisherman of people as Jesus invited us to be, brings the greatest joy and motivation for fishing tomorrow. Be a good fisherman today.

Have you lost anything recently that you need to devote time and energy to recovering—maybe an expectant hope, a precious memory, a strong moral compass—if it's something important, find it.

You have a great opportunity to be the salt of the earth and to bring light to a dark world. Let your light shine! 

He said he simply wanted to use his platform as a professional athlete and Super Bowl winner to stand up for thousands of unborn babies who have no one else to stand up for them. What kind of sermon is your life preaching today?

I don't know how many games they will win, but if they follow that creed, they can win at the most important game which is the game of life.

 As you live today, is it normal for you to do the right thing, or are you willing to settle for a plan that's safe and just merely be a spectator? We need more men like Larry Pickett.

He lives in your life, you have the power to ignore any imagery that is inconsistent with God's plan for your life. It's a lot cheaper than a new phone.