How to Beat the Greedies

We live in a world where more is better. We get the latest gadget just to be bombarded with a new later version a few months later.

This holiday season, how can we try to "beat the greedies" that so easily overtake us?

I have found that sometimes "less is more" when we are following God. Who needs all the extra "stuff" hindering us from our mission with Christ? The more we have, the more we have to maintain.

As the commercials start to gear up this month, we may have to turn our head or simply turn off the television. It is hard to stay focused on Christ and the mission He has for us when we are constantly having the world scream at us something completely opposite.

Even when things are not looking like we want them to, we need to

"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."                   1 Thessalonians 5:18

Ways to "Beat the Greedies:"

1. Stay in God's Word.

2. Memorize Scriptures that remind us we have all we need in Christ.

3. Meditate on the Word.

4. Make a gratitude journal. List things that you are thankful for each day and keep it visible so when you feel that you lack something, you can look at it and realize how truly blessed you are.

*Remember that this is a tough time of year for our children as well. We may need to help them stay focused by doing these things with them as well.

If you are looking for a place to get started, Good Morning Girls has an awesome Thanksgiving study starting November 11th. Everything is FREE. If you have never done a Good Morning Girls study, this is a good time to try one. It only last for 2 weeks and then after a short break we will head into our Christmas Advent study.