It's Time To Go Back To Our First Love!

When we are consumed by problems— stressed out about life, family, job, and things going on in the world — we actually display the belief that we think the circumstances are more important than to seek a more intimate relationship with our Creator. 

In other words, that we have a “right” to not pray, not meditate, not sit still, not seek wisdom, and not spend quality time in the presence of our Creator because of the magnitude of responsibilities and situations. We should not be so ignorant to forget that life is all about God and not about us at all. It's time to go back to our first love. 

Have a wonderful week everyone. 
~ Joseph Stingley

Thought For Today - 10/21/11, Baby -Jude Michael

Congratulation to Erik & Katey on their first child - Jude Michael, born Thursday, October 13, 2011 at 6:22pm, at 8 pounds!  

Both parents are Yoga students and this is a Yoga baby!  They were yet practicing Yoga with me up to a couple of weeks before he was born.  What a blessing he is!


Love you 3!
Joseph

Thought For Today - 10/19/2011

It has been a month since I last posted on this blog.  I must say it's good to come back to it!  The past several months and especially past several weeks have been very interesting regarding my studio - Soul Motivation.

We are yet in progress of getting ready to open hopefully around the middle of November.  

I will keep you posted.

I wanted to share today something I'm learning more and more . . . We make our world better each time we acknowledge that all things are working for our benefit, including the people we encounter.

Learn how to draw from the positive aspects around you.  As you do you will experience an understanding that will increase your growth to new levels and will prove as opportunities to your happiness and satisfaction.

Make every moment count as you appreciate all the things you encounter, knowing that it will have and make such an impact in your life that will last and put you in position to help others too!


Love you all!
Joseph

Thought For Today - 9/16/2011

There are times that I have been in such a need, wondering what I was going to do in certain situations when suddenly I would hear a Word from God or a scripture down on the inside of me.

Then, immediately I would know exactly what the answer was to my situation.  At that very moment I was helped by the Word of God that was dwelling on the inside of me.

I'm saying all of the above to encourage you to keep your prayer life, reading the Word life fresh and new each day with God.  Don't get so busy doing so many other things that you neglect the time with Him.

Love you,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 9/11/2011

Ten year ago today I was an Oracle DBA. My life changed, took a 180 degree turn because of it. 


I knew there was something on the inside of me that could change other's eternal destiny. My current job was not it. 


I made a decision I was going to make a difference with others - no matter what. I'm now doing what I'm called to do, have not looked back. 


Love you all!

Thought For Today - 8/13/2011

Ok, many, many things have occurred since last I wrote an entry.  My laptop crashed twice and could not be repaired.  Yep!  I ended up purchasing a MacBook and now I'm back!

The studio is progressing, we have finished the design stage, now making sure odds and ends will be taken care of.  Looking to sign the lease within a week or week and a half.  Then, construction will start.  Yes!

I will keep you posted and you can also stay connected via our facebook page:
http://www.facebook.com/soulmotivation
and/or
http://soulmotivation.com/

If there is anything I can specifically lift up before the Lord for you - let me know. My prayer is that you are prospering in every area of your life and God’s blessing is in you, on you and flowing through you.

Much love,

Joseph

Thought For Today - 8/1/2011

Yes, it has been a while since I last wrote a blog . . .

Many things have occurred since the last blog and they are all good.  I'm now living in Dallas, about 5 minutes from where Soul Motivation Yoga studio will be located.  I also have been meeting with teachers and staff that will join me at the studio when it opens.  A very exciting time!

Just a reminder, there will be circumstances that come into our lives, no matter how challenging, we can trust God that we are ready for them.  With His strength, direction, guidance we don't have to fear, but know that He is there for and with us - connecting us to where we are supposed to be.:)

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/19/2011

 

If you are feeling run down, bored, with no energy to do what you are currently doing with your life, you are probably not doing what you are called to do.

Take time to become quiet, see what is in your spirit, your heart.  It may take a prayer / meditation time, reading the Word - to gain the clarity you need.  From personal experience, it will be worth the effort, time and wait!

As you get the clear direction on what you are to do, don't ask for others opinion on what God has revealed to you.  When you truly know what you are to do - just do it.  By this, you are honoring God.

Then, take note on how you are feeling.  You will no longer feel run down, bored and you will have all the energy you need and more to do those things!  Yes, I'm writing from experience.  :)

Much love,

Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/14/2011

It is not an accident that I'm practicing and teaching Yoga at this point in my life!  The same for you too - no accident that you are doing what you are currently doing!

But, this is not the end, for you nor for me.  There are many greater things we are to do in this life and more people we are to "speak" into their lives.

My responsibility and yours?  Stay faithful, stay encouraged, continue our love walk, keep believing and keep the hope alive! 

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/12/2011

Pretty simple thought today . . .

Allow God to shed His light on your relationship.  Get a God (Love) revelation of that fact that we are all part of each other.

Allow God's love to flow in all of your relationships.  Learn to walk in Love!

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/10/2011

There are times I wish I could just ask someone to give me answers to the situations I'm dealing with.  But, that would be the easy way out? 

Really?  Yes, because if others give me answers to my problems, etc., I may enjoy success for a while, but then another situation will come along because I will still be making the same incorrect choice.

So, I came to the conclusion I had to buckle down and do my own praying and asking God for His direction on my situations, etc.  As I became discipline to start searching out the things of God, I got permanent answers. 

In doing this I also learn how to make adjustments in my life that keeps me looking to Him (God) for everything and every answer!

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/7/2011

 

There will always be opportunities for me to share encouraging words to individuals.  I know this is one of the gifts God has placed in my life.  I trust God for His wisdom in guidance and direction.

There will be days in many lives that circumstances, situations, conditions, etc. will not make sense and their mind will be begin to "play tricks" with them, telling them lies.

Those days will present me opportunities to share the good news . . . 

• God love them, 
• He has a master plan for their lives, 
• They are to trust Him to see them through this time in their lives.

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/5/2011

 

As I am drawing near to opening up Soul Motivation Yoga Studio I will begin to share more of what this studio is about in my blogs . . . 

The Yoga I teach is about helping people focus their intentions on their spirit, soul (mind) and body and pretty much in this order.  

The Yoga I teach from my point of view will completely transform (change) you (if you allow it) from the inside / out.

Of course, you will have to visit and take class (or a few) with me to understand what I wrote above.  Many have experienced some type of awaking, knowing, feeling of hope, love, peace and rest from taking only one class with me.

Meditation will be part of the change from the inside / out.

Much love, 

Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/4/2011

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

On this 4th of July 2011, I give thanks to God for this great nation. 

I'm so thankful for all of the blessings we have. I count them one by one. 

I know God will continue to multiply us with good things. All He need is our complete trust and faith in Him. 

Much love,

Joseph

Thought For Today - 7/3/2011

Short to the point and so true . . .

Forgiveness is giving - giving of love, giving of peace, and all the blessings of life to the other.  As you (including me) give, you will receive.

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 6/27/2011

 

From personal experience it seems like it's easier not to forgive people and simply cut them out of our lives.  

In some cases this might be the correct thing to do, yet even in that case, we can only be free if we have truly forgiven them.

Again, from personal experience choosing to forgive people is making a choice to rid myself of that burden, choosing to be free of the past, and choosing to live and walk in love in the present.

Something to think about?

Much love, 

Joseph

Thought For Today - 6/24/2011

I have more than 37 years of proof that God has never let me down.  He has never disappointed me one time.  God has answered all my prayers because I learned to pray according to His will.

God has been my Source all these year.  And, not only has He met my needs, He has blessed me and given me the ability to be in a position to help meet the needs of other until they discover Him as their Source.

Consider this as I have, God who is the Source is greater than your dreams, your hopes, your thoughts and your needs.  It does not matter what is going on around you.  You have a Source that is with you.  Depend on Him!

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 6/22/2011

We can talk love all day long, but when people hear us speak, can they hear love?  When people look into our eyes when they feel like they have failed in areas of their lives, can they see the love of God in our eyes?

The bigger question is can people that once knew us in a previous life-style see changes that God has made in us?  When we open our mouths, act and react to situations, can they see God?

Well, they should if we say He (God) lives in us!  They should see a change.  They should sense His presence.  They should see, feel, experience and enjoy the love of God just by being around us.

From personal experience, if they do, then, His love will draw them not only to you in a deeper way, but draw them to Him.  That is what it is all about - allowing God to love others through us - drawing them to Him.

By the way, God's commands us to love, we don't have a choice.  At least I don't.  :)

Much love,
Joseph

Thought For Today - 6/18/2011

Today, take time to visit one or all of the sites below . . . 

http://soulmotivation.com/

http://www.facebook.com/soulmotivation

http://www.facebook.com/joseph.stingley 

http://twitter.com/josephbstingley  

Much love,

Joseph

Thought For Today - 6/13/2011

 

This is pretty simple, make yourself a list of just 5 things that excites you.  Don't get into the details.   

After you create the list, immediately find ways to integrate each one into your daily or weekly routine.

In doing this you will find yourself going through life in a wave of total excitement that will lift you up and maybe others.  They will then see (as you will see) life is worth living!

Much love, 

Joseph