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.