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People Do What
People See
John Maxwell
11 Raising the
Standard for
Youth Ministry
Ron Luce
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A Heart for
America
Dave Meyer
27 What Makes a
Great Man or
Woman Great?
Joyce Meyer

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Straight From The Heart
For Americans, July is a month when we cele-
brate our independence as a nation. We enjoy
gathering with friends and family for picnics,
parades and fireworks. Other countries around
the world also celebrate the birth of their
nations in different ways.
At times like these, it is important to remember that other people
have often paid a high price for the freedoms we enjoy.
Throughout history, many men and women of excellence and
integrity have served their countries to the point of laying down
their lives. It is because of such servant-hearted people that
America has been one of the greatest countries in the world,
with the greatest freedoms. You and I can celebrate now because
they fought for what they believed was right then. Their sacrifice
was great and required great effort—the same kind of sacrifice
and effort that Jesus made when He died on the cross to set us
free from the power of sin.
I believe that excellence and integrity are vital ingredients for
greatness, and you and I can also leave a heritage of greatness as
we choose to make them a priority in our lives. When Dave and
I started in ministry over thirty years ago, the Lord told us three
things we must always do to be successful—pursue excellence,
maintain integrity and avoid strife. The fact is, whether you are
running a ministry or a business or leading a family, excellence
and integrity are of vital importance to your success.
This is what sets us apart from the world and builds our testi-
mony for Jesus. If we refuse to be dishonest, manipulate others
or compromise, we set ourselves apart from the crowd. Each
time we make the right choice to maintain ex-
cellence and integrity, we make the statement
that we are living for something greater, bigger
and better than just money, position or things.
This gets people’s attention, and it’s then that
we can say, “Jesus makes me different. There’s
nothing more important to me than pleasing
Him. And because I trust Him to take care of
me, I don’t have to do things the way everybody
else does to get what I need.”
I believe that many people in the world are tired
of fighting for what they need and are ready to
see an example of a better way of living. By
God’s grace, you and I can show them a better
way by walking in excellence and integrity.
As you read July’s magazine, I pray that God
will encourage you to become the great man or
woman that He died for—an uncompromising
citizen, employee and family member with an
outstanding reputation for high standards of
excellence and integrity.
Love,
JOYCEMEYERPHOTOGRAPHEDBYDARIOACOSTA

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Contents
Volume 21 | Number 7 | July 2007
Straight From The Heart
World Missions Update
TV Broadcast Schedule
Health Matters
Conference Calendar
Real Life Perspectives
Ask Joyce
Jesus In Everyday Life
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More Than
Enough
By Margaret Feinberg
Page 9
Is a fear of lack haunting
you? Discover how God
lives up to His name,
Jehovah Jireh—our Provider
of more than enough.
People Do What
People See
By John Maxwell
Page 11
John examines the one
thing you have absolute
control over as a leader
and how it affects every
aspect of your life.
Raising the
Standard for
Youth Ministry
By Ron Luce
Page 17
Why is it so important for
us to provide our teenagers
with a first-class youth
ministry?
Living Life on
a Whole New
Level
By Joyce Meyer
Page 19
Don’t settle for average.
Learn how to live life on a
higher plane and experience
the rich rewards that come
with it.
A Heart for
America
By Dave Meyer
Page 27
Discover three key
ingredients needed to
make a positive impact on
the shape of our nation.
What Makes a
a Great Man or
Woman Great?
By Joyce Meyer
Page 29
True greatness—what’s it
based on? Is it education,
money, influence…? The
answer may surprise you.
Guest Feature The Leader’s Edge Building Tomorrow’s Leaders
Feature Article America At Its Best Bonus Feature

W o r l d M i s s i o n s U P D at e

July 2007 4
Roy had never seen so much security at a
prison before. Sure, he was used to the usual
questioning and checkpoints, but here, as he
prepares to enter the maximum-security unit,
he is forced to comply with several pat downs
and a magnameter screening before making his
way through three separate gates.
Finally, escorted by a group of officers, he
descends down a long flight of concrete stairs
leading to El Salvador’s notorious underground
prison.
In this “dungeon” live some of the country’s
worst criminals—most of whom are gang mem-
bers that remain faithful to their colors even
behind bars. Leaving their cell blocks, they
hesitantly approach Roy. Here, visitors are even
more uncommon than sunlight.
Separated only by steel bars, Roy begins
telling them about Jesus as his team passes gift
bags through the openings. Quickly realizing
their bodies are covered with tattoos, he starts
to talk to them about the marks Jesus received
on His body. He tells them about the whips that
were used, the pain that He endured, and the
death that He suffered. He then tells them why
Jesus suffered and explains how valuable and
loved they are by their Father in heaven.
After several minutes, he asks who would
like to become a Christian, a brand-new child
of God. Knowing that raising their hands would
bring certain death for a gang member, one by
one they begin making eye contact with Roy to
signal they just gave their hearts to the Lord.
And although the prison doors are still guarded
and locked, they are more free today than
they’ve been their entire lives.
That day in El Salvador, our ministry team
delivered hygiene gift bags—containing an
encouraging letter from Dave and Joyce, soap, shampoo, and a
Joyce Meyer book—to 1,200 prisoners. We also brought the love
of God and shared a message that would change many of their
lives forever.
Friends and partners, thanks to your incredible support, we are
excited to announce that Joyce Meyer Ministries’ prison teams, in
partnership with Dan Salas Ministries, have successfully distributed
hygiene gift bags to every single prisoner in Central America!
Spanning the countries of Guatemala, Belize, El Salvador,
Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and Panama, we personally
delivered these care packages to 58,965 prisoners in 102 prisons.
And these visits were more than just drop-off points. While
there, God also provided us with many opportunities to hold
worship services, preach the Gospel and share His love with
these precious people. Like El Salvador, a high percentage of the
prisoners in Central America are serving time for gang-related
crimes or drug activity. But these prisoners, notoriously hardened,
have surprisingly been very receptive to the Gospel.
“Spiritually, these guys are just so hungry,” says Roy Lormis,
Joyce Meyer Ministries’prison ministry supervisor. “A lot of times
they are hanging on your every word. You would never imagine
it, but nearly everywhere we go, we are allowed to hold services
and between 40 and 60 percent of the prisoners give their lives to
Christ! God makes a way where there seems to be no way.”
And our impact doesn’t end with the prisoners. Many times, the
guards, staff, and even the wardens begin to inquire about God
and the resources we are delivering. In fact, in El Salvador our
team was invited back for a second day to minister specifically to
the security guards and administrative personnel.
There’s no doubt that God has opened unexpected doors of
opportunity for us throughout the region; however, our progress
hasn’t come without a lot of hard work and even some opposition.
Often, our incredible times of ministry are preceded by weeks
of planning and simply trying to gain permission to enter the
prisons. This is one reason why our partnership with Dan Salas
Ministries has been so vital.
For several years now, we have joined forces with Dan Salas
Ministries to reach the people of Central America through
Opposite Page: Prisoners in Guatemala immediately sit down to start reading their books and letters. Above Left: Dan Salas takes the opportunity to share the Gospel. Above Right: Escorted
by a guard, Roy Lormis goes cell to cell handing out hygiene gift bags.
(continued on page 6)

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Compassion multiplied
Whenever I’d see suffering on
TV, I’d always wish I could help.
One day I realized, if a bunch
of people partnered to do even
a little bit…then a little bit
could do a lot.
Loren, AGE 48
PARTNER

July 2007 6
lifesaving feeding programs, the distribution of
Joyce’s books, and other successful outreaches.
For these groundbreaking prison visits, they
have not only helped distribute the packages
and minister to the prisoners, but they have also
worked tirelessly to make the needed contacts
with government and prison officials.
“I want to personally thank the friends and
partners of Joyce Meyer Ministries for remem-
bering those behind bars,” says Dan Salas. “You
are truly impacting the world with the Gospel,
and we are honored to be a part of it. There was
much opposition,but the rewards have been great.
We pray that the Lord would multiply it back to
you a hundredfold.”
Our last stop in Central America this past
March was in Guatemala. There we reached out
to the entire prison population, touching the lives
of more than 6,000 inmates in sixteen prisons.
And the things we saw left us with a lasting
impression.
For years, Guatemala has been a hot spot for
trafficking drugs from Colombia to the United
States. It’s no surprise then that approximately
90 percent of all the inmates in Guatemala are
incarcerated for drug-related crimes. And in
almost all of the nations’ prisons, we encoun-
tered segregated gang communities that had
been isolated from the rest of the inmates. Yet,
when we came bearing gifts and the love of God,
all of their walls suddenly came down.
“It is so amazing to see the initial shock on
their faces when they realize we are there to
give them something and not take from them,”
says Roy Lormis.“In their world, everybody has an angle…every-
body wants something. But we are there to simply give, and our
actions push the door wide open for the Gospel.”
In fact, as our team distributed the gift bags, we were actually
stunned to see the prisoners immediately sit down and look
through the enclosed books. Lining the prison walls, they quietly
sat next to each other reading Joyce’s teachings. And during the
worship services, hundreds gave their lives to the Lord. One man
even fell to his knees in front of the rest of the inmates, asking for
prayer to press on with God.
And so,after seven countries,102 facilities,and 58,965 prisoners,
we left that final prison in Guatemala with a sense of tremendous
satisfaction, knowing that we had advanced the kingdom of God
and brought eternal freedom to thousands. We had truly made a
connection with people that the world had written off…people so
desperate for the love of God.
Friends and partners, you are the ones who have given these
precious men and women a reason to hope.Your support has put
the fuel in the tank and has mobilized our teams to accomplish
an almost unthinkable task.
To date, through your generous giving, we have distributed
hygiene gift bags to more than 1.3 million prisoners in twenty
countries over the past eight years. And for many, this act of love
represents the only visitor they may receive all year long…and
possibly their one single chance to hear the Gospel message.
So for all those behind bars…for all those who needed a fresh
start…for all those who have been given new life and new hope,
we say thank you. Your support has meant the world to so many
who need a second chance. E
Above: This past March, our prison ministry team reached out to the incarcerated in Guatemala, reaching more than 6,000 inmates. Hundreds of prisoners, like those pictured center,
made a decision to receive Jesus Christ.
(continued from page 4)

W o r l d M i s s i o n s U p d at e
Each week the St. Louis Dream Center church
and outreach facilities, founded by Dave and
Joyce Meyer, touch thousands of inner-city resi-
dents and their families.And at the heart of it all
are the Ministry Academy interns…
The Ministry Academy is an aggressive, nine-
month internship focused on raising up leaders
to reach the world for Jesus Christ. Through
hands-on ministry, classroom instruction and
small group accountability, the St. Louis Dream
Center prepares these men and women to go to
the next level and meet the challenges of living
for God.
Throughout the week interns are immersed
in many cutting-edge outreaches that impact
the city.What they see and hear forever changes
the way they view ministry.
Every Friday night they set out in Dream
Center vans to reach out to hundreds of men,
women and children living on the streets. Many
they know by name and visit their “homes” made
of old milk crates or cardboard boxes. Others
they meet for the very first time.To each one they
bring friendship, encouragement and prayer, as
well as food, clothes and blankets that may liter-
ally save their life that night.
Each week they also minister to more than
400 kids and their parents through our KidzJam
outreaches. Held in public schools, parks and at
neighborhood apartment complexes, KidzJam
uses entertainment, music, games, sports and
prizes to reach the community with the message
of the Gospel and discuss pertinent family issues.
But just as important, for these few hours, the
interns have the opportunity to give lots of love
and attention to the many kids who so desper-
ately need it.
The interns also participate in street evangelism, ministry
to nursing home residents, food distribution to the poor, and
even dynamic outreaches to help bring prostitutes and drug
dealers off the streets. In addition, they take part in morning
devotionals and one-on-one question and answer sessions
with Dream Center ministry leaders.
The MinistryAcademy is many things—challenging,instruc-
tive, rewarding and even exhilarating. But ask any intern and
they will tell you…more than anything,it is life-changing.That’s
because on a daily basis, they see the power of God transform
even the bleakest of situations. People are touched, lives are
changed and things are never quite the same.
“Before I came, I never thought I would be so free,” says
Lily Ramirez. “Being here, in the Ministry Academy program,
I have learned so much about God’s love and about serving
Him with all my heart. My walk with the Lord has definitely
gotten better, and my intimacy with Him has been incredible.
It is going by so fast, and it is so gratifying that I don’t want to
leave!”
The Dream Center takes in new recruits each September—
and there is still plenty of time to apply for enrollment. To
participate, you must be at least eighteen years old and have
your high school diploma or GED.
The cost of the Ministry Academy internship is $3,000.*
This covers housing, tuition, utilities, curriculum fees, retreats,
class materials and other program related expenses. Meals are
provided by the St. Louis Dream Center at no cost. For more infor-
mation or to apply, you may call the St. Louis Dream Center at
(314) 381-0700 ext. 8029 or visit www.stldreamcenter.org. Our
ministry academy website is www.dcministryacademy.org.
*Cost does not include additional expenses for mission trips, basic personal items, personal
travel, long-distance calling, laundry care, car insurance or gas (if applicable). The majority of
interns meet their financial obligations through fundraising and monthly supporters. Due to
the intensive nature of the program, outside jobs are not allowed.
Raising Up
Leaders
for Tomorrow
by Chad Trafton

JUNE 24 – JULY 21
RELEVANT CHRISTIANITY
Break free from generational curses and religious attitudes that bring heartache and division. And
learn how you can break down man-made walls of separation and pass the baton of your faith to
the next generation.
JULY 22 – AUGUST 11
BUILDING HEALTHY RELATIONSHIPS
Joyce welcomes special guest Dr. Paul Meier, founder and director of Meier Clinics, to talk about the
importance of having and maintaining healthy relationships.
JULY 2 – 6 VIEWERS’ CHOICE #8
AMBASSADORS OF HIS LOVE
Don’t miss this power-packed week with special guests, J. John, Reinhard Bonnke and Ray Comfort, as
they talk about reaching the nations for Christ and what you can do to be an ambassador of His love.
DEVELOPING DISCIPLINE AND SELF-CONTROL
Learn what real freedom is and what it is not. These messages of truth will help you develop the
restraint you need to experience victory in every area of your life.
GRACE, GRACE AND MORE GRACE
Spend this week with Joyce and her special guest, Pastor Joel Osteen, as they discuss Joel’s book
Your Best Life Now and the blessing of God’s grace in our lives.
I BELONG TO GOD AND HE LOVES ME
We have been created for God’s acceptance and love. This is a foundational truth. Learn how to
experience the joy that comes from knowing you are accepted by Him.
JULY 27
HOPE CAMBODIA
One of our ministry’s largest outreach endeavors yet. Hope Cambodia begins soon, offering the
Cambodian people thirty days of ministry. Find out all about it with David L. Meyer, CEO of World
Missions, who will be Joyce’s special guest.*
JULY 30 – AUGUST 3 VIEWERS’ CHOICE #4
RESISTING THE BAIT OF SATAN
Learn how to manage your emotions when you are hurt and develop the ability to recognize and
escape one of the enemy’s deadliest traps—offense. John and Lisa Bevere join Joyce for two
days to discuss this vital topic.
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or visit www.joycemeyer.org/tvlistings. Watch the Enjoying Everyday Life broadcast anytime you like
at www.joycemeyer.org.
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G u e s t F e at u r e
A few years ago I reached a financial breaking
point.Though I was owed thousands of dollars by
clients, they had fallen behind on their accounts,
and now I was falling behind on mine. Though I
cut back on every expense I could think of, I still
didn’t have enough money to pay my bills,includ-
ing the electric bill. Worse, I needed to make a
tax payment to the government that couldn’t be
delayed.
As the deadline for the taxes approached, I
felt fear and anxiety grip my soul. I began to pray,
asking God to provide. For more than sixty days,
I walked to the mailbox hoping and praying that
a check from a client would arrive. For more than
sixty days, I went home empty-handed. Two days
before the deadline,I just couldn’t take it anymore.
I was exhausted. I was frustrated. I was broken on
the outside and broken on the inside. I cried out to
God in prayer, and all I heard was silence.
I was ready to give up, but something kept
me going. On that final day of the deadline, I
followed the well-worn path to the mailbox only
I was broken on the outside and broken on the inside. I
cried out to God in prayer, and all I heard was silence.

ENJOYIN G E VERYDAY LI FE
July 2007 10
to discover a check—one that more than covered
all my expenses, bills and needs—waiting for
me. Our generous God had provided.
Through that experience I discovered God as
my provider in a way that I had never known
Him before. Though my fear of lack was great,
His provision was greater. My need did not
escape His notice.
All of us will face a fear of lack sometime
in our life—whether it’s a lack of money, lack
of relationships, lack of health or lack of basic
supplies. No matter how much or how little you
make each year,odds are that in some area of life,
you’ll doubt and ask, “Will there be enough?”
The truth is that no matter what we may
be facing, our God is more than enough. When
fear of lack tries to grip our heart, God invites
us to grow in our faith and knowledge of Him.
By turning to Him in prayer and His Word, we
discover the power of His provision in our lives.
Throughout the Bible God is compared to a
shepherd—one who provides and protects. In
Psalm 23, we discover just how active God is
in our lives. The psalm opens with The Lord
is my shepherd, I shall not be in want and goes
on to display the many ways God provides for
us, including guidance, leadership, restoration,
protection, comfort, blessing and assurance.
God is active and engaged in every situation
and every life. In fact, He always has been.
Like a faithful shepherd, God is always with
us. He doesn’t just go with us, He goes before
us into every situation and relationship in life.
He is constantly present, speaking life and hope
and wisdom to us as we listen to His voice. He
is not only our Guide, He is our Provider. And
when we can go no further, He carries us like a
good shepherd.
Have you ever considered just how active God
is in our lives? Consider for a moment some of
the verbs that describe His character found in
Scripture:
God answers, bestows, blesses, blots, calls,
cares, cleanses, clothes, comforts, corrects,
counsels, covers, delights, delivers, disciplines,
encourages, fills, forgives, gathers, gives, guards,
guides, heals, hears, helps, holds, increases,
keeps, knows, leads, lifts, listens, loves, opens,
pours, preserves, protects, provides, purifies,
rejoices, remembers, rescues, restores, rewards,
satisfies, saves, speaks, strengthens, sustains,
teaches, upholds, watches, and works.
Margaret Feinberg is a popular speaker and author of
over a dozen books, including the critically-acclaimed
The Organic God (Zondervan). She was recently
named by Charisma magazine as one of the “30
Emerging Voices” who will help lead the church in the
next decade. www.margaretfeinberg.com
God answers (Isaiah 58:9)
God bestows (Proverbs 8:21)
God blesses (Deuteronomy 14:29)
God blots (Isaiah 43:25)
God calls (1 Thessalonians 4:7)
God cares (Nahum 1:7)
God cleanses (Jeremiah 33:8)
God clothes (Isaiah 61:10)
God comforts (Isaiah 51:12)
God corrects (Job 5:17)
God counsels (Psalm 32:8)
God covers (Psalm 91:4–6)
God delights (Zephaniah 3:17)
God delivers (Psalm 37:40)
God disciplines (Proverbs 3:12)
God encourages (Psalm 10:17)
God fills (Job 8:21)
God forgives (1 John 1:9)
God gathers (Deuteronomy 30:4)
God gives (Matthew 11:28)
God guards (Psalm 97:10)
God guides (Psalm 73:24)
God heals (Hosea 14:4)
God hears (Psalm 69:33)
God helps (Psalm 37:40)
God holds (Psalm 73:23)
God increases (Deuteronomy 7:13)
God keeps (Deuteronomy 7:9)
God knows (Matthew 6:8)
God leads (Isaiah 42:16)
God lifts (Psalm 146:8)
God listens (Psalm 10:17)
God loves (Psalm 37:28)
God opens (Deuteronomy 28:12)
God pours (Isaiah 44:3)
God preserves (Psalm 41:2)
God protects (Psalm 41:2)
God provides (Psalm 111:5)
God purifies (1 John 1:9)
God rejoices (Isaiah 62:5)
God remembers (Psalm 111:5)
God rescues (Psalm 91:14)
God restores (Psalm 71:20)
God rewards (Proverbs 19:17)
God satisfies (Psalm 132:15)
God saves (Isaiah 49:25)
God speaks (Isaiah 30:21)
God strengthens (Isaiah 40:29)
God sustains (Psalm 55:22)
God teaches (Isaiah 54:13)
God upholds (Psalm 37:24)
God watches (Genesis 28:15)
God works (Romans 8:28)
No matter what fear or doubt you may
be facing—no matter what lack—you can be
assured that you have not escaped His notice.
He is actively engaged and working on your
behalf. God has not just gone with you into this
situation—He has gone before you. And He will
provide and protect. So do not fear! Choose faith
over fear instead. E
STUDY CORNER
Throughout the week, study the verbs of God in the Bible. Reflecting on
God’s work in your life will help you overcome every fear and doubt with
faith. Here are some to get you started!
All verbs describing God’s character correspond with the NIV Bible.

by Dr. John C. Maxwell
In your life as a leader,many things are beyond
your control.You can’t control what people say or
think about you. You can’t control the decisions
prospective clients make about your company.
You can’t control your competitors’ marketing
tactics. You can’t control the national economy,
the stock market or the weather.
But in the midst of an ever-changing, often
uncertain environment, there is one thing you
have absolute control over—your integrity.
When it comes to being honest, principled and
ethical, you are the master of your own destiny.
Other people and external forces might test it in
various ways, but at the end of the day, you alone
control your integrity.
Integrity is all-encompassing. It’s not some-
thing you demonstrate at home or church and
set on a shelf at work. People of integrity don’t
live separate lives; their morals, ethics, treatment
of others and overall character are the same
wherever they are, whatever they’re doing.
This foundational element of leadership
crosses geographic, religious, cultural and
socioeconomic boundaries. As Federal Express
founder Fred Smith says, “If you look at every
religion in the world, they all have the identical
Golden Rule, almost word for word. It does not
make any difference what religion or geography
it is. There are universally transferable funda-
mental truths about how you treat people in both
the business world and in the larger scheme
of things.”
When you follow the Golden Rule and live
with integrity, you set an example that has a far
greater impact than any words you could speak.
Why is leading by example such a powerful
concept? I can answer that with five short words:
People do what people see. It sounds so simple,
but it’s absolutely true. And it applies to so many
areas of leadership.
First of all, it’s the number one motivational
principle. If you want to motivate your people
to go to a whole new level, get motivated to grow
and develop yourself. Remember—people do
what people see.
Second,it’s the number one training principle.
When someone asks me, “How do you train your
people?” I don’t have to think twice about it—peo-
ple do what people see. If they see their leaders
constantly learning and acquiring new skills and
competencies, they’ll be inspired to do the same.
Thirdly, “people do what people see” is the
number one mentoring principle. What do you
do when you mentor someone? You flesh out
your life for them—you give them an insider’s
view of what you’re experiencing and how you’re
handling it. The goal, of course, is for the person
you’re mentoring to learn from your mistakes
and successes so that when they are faced with
something similar, they make the right choices.
Finally, it’s the number one values principle.
A company might spend a great deal of time
formulating impressive-sounding values state-
ments and core beliefs, but these principles don’t
mean anything unless the leaders in the com-
pany—from the corner office on down—model
them consistently.
Why is adhering to the right values such an
important part of leading by example? Paul
O’Neill, retired Alcoa chairman and former
Treasury secretary, gives us a clue: “If people
can find even trivial examples of deviation, those
deviations will become the norm,” he says. “You
really have to be almost religious in making sure
that you don’t do something somebody can point
to in a negative way.” In other words, if you want
to lead by example in a positive way, you must be
committed to living a life of integrity.
When you’re right on the inside, you lead
correctly on the outside. It starts with you and
spreads to everyone in your circle of influence.
If you want to be a successful leader in turbulent
times, live with integrity and lead by example.
Remember—people do what people see.
This article is used by permission from Dr. John C. Maxwell’s free
monthly e-newsletter, Leadership Wired, available at www.injoy.com.
John C. Maxwell, PhD is a dynamic speaker, bestselling author and
founder of several leadership organizations, including INJOY Steward-
ship Services and EQUIP. He communicates his principles to Fortune
500 companies, international marketing organizations, professional
sports groups and church leaders worldwide. www.injoy.com
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in your prayers. Please pray that God would give us great favor
with the people of Cambodia and that He would open their
hearts to receive the ministry we have planned. Please also pray
that lives would be changed, souls would be saved, and thou-
sands would receive healing and restoration from the hurts
caused by the genocide.
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of a righteous man makes tremendous power available…. We
wholeheartedly agree, and we thank you in advance for your
prayers that will powerfully impact the nation of Cambodia.
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H e a lt h M at t e r s
Caffeine: Many people sabotage their sleep by consuming
caffeine in coffee, soft drinks, chocolate and over-the-counter
headache medicines. Caffeine increases the production of the
stress hormones, adrenaline and cortisol, and can remain in the
body for up to twenty hours! More than 80 percent of Americans
consume caffeine on a regular basis, and the average American
drinks three cups of coffee a day! If you are drinking too much
caffeine, you cannot expect to get a good night’s rest.
Medications: Quite a few medications can also contribute to
sleeplessness. Decongestants, appetite suppressants, predni-
sone, thyroid medications, hormone replacements, some pain
relievers, asthma and blood pressure medications, and certain
antidepressants may cause insomnia. If you take these medica-
tions, don’t be discouraged; ask your doctor for advice if you’re
experiencing trouble sleeping.
Food Insomnia: Eating too much high-sugar food close to
bedtime can cause your blood sugar level to rise and give you a
burst of energy that makes it difficult to fall asleep.A few hours
later, it can cause you to wake up in the middle of the night
when your blood sugar suddenly drops again and you feel hun-
gry. Low-carbohydrate diets can also cause a drop in blood
sugar levels that wakes you up during the night with hunger.
Exercise: Exercising stimulates the levels of stress hormones
in your body, which may hinder your ability to fall asleep. To
avoid this, do not exercise within three hours of bedtime.
Whatever the cause,if you are having trouble
sleeping, there are some simple things you can
do to help remedy the situation. And the first
thing is to determine if any of the most com-
mon sleep thieves are robbing you of much
needed rest.
Rest Robbers
Stress and Anxiety: This is by far the greatest
source of insomnia. People lie awake trying to
work out their problems, mourning the past
and worrying about the future.
Painful Physical Conditions: Any number of
painful physical conditions can rob a person of
sleep. Some of the most common sleep robbers
are arthritis, back pain and tension headaches.
Virtually any painful condition can rob an
otherwise healthy person of a good night’s rest.
For many of these issues, you need a doctor’s
care and possibly some help getting proper
rest. If you would like information on sleep
aids—natural and medical—see my book The
Bible Cure for Sleep Disorders.
I don’t know anyone who doesn’t
want to sleep well, but the fact is
that many people can’t. The
reasons range from troubling life
situations to physical problems
and poor eating habits.
DID YOU KNOW?
Light slows the production of melatonin, which is the reason you
are more alert and energetic on sunny days and more lethargic
on cloudy days.

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And… There are various other issues that
can disturb your sleep, such as a bad mattress
or pillow, a snoring spouse, newborn baby or
noisy neighbors. For middle-aged men and
women, things like enlarged prostate glands
and hot flashes can disturb sleep patterns.
Each of these “rest robbers” is responsible for
countless hours of lost sleep, productivity and
creativity, and reduced mental health.
Planning a Perfect Night’s Sleep
We’ve looked at what can rob you of a good
night’s sleep, and we know that getting suffi-
cient rest is vital to optimal daily performance.
Now, let’s look at how we can plan on getting
enough sleep.The first thing you need to know
is that preparing for a good night’s sleep begins
during the daytime.
Diet and Exercise Affect Sleep
Many people don’t connect what they eat
with how they sleep. But the fact is, what you
eat and when you eat can have a definite effect
on your sleep habits. It’s best to eat a modest,
healthy dinner four hours before you go to bed.
A light snack before bed is acceptable, espe-
cially if it is correctly balanced with proteins,
carbohydrates and fats. The right type of snack
can actually help stabilize blood sugar through
the night, encouraging uninterrupted rest.
Daily exercise is one of the best ways to
improve the quality of your sleep because it
helps you fall asleep faster and stay asleep
longer. People who exercise also spend a
greater amount of time in stages three and
four sleep. These are the stages when the
greatest amount of restoration and repair take
place in the body. Remember, exercising
should be done at least three hours before
bedtime.
Light and Thought Affect Sleep
You are designed hormonally to stay in sync
with the cycles of nature. As the sun goes down,
your body begins to relax naturally. As the light
fades, the hormone melatonin is released into
your bloodstream making you sleepy. The
amount of melatonin your body produces is
affected by the amount of light going into your
eyes. So follow your body’s signal and turn down the lights in the
evening to help get ready for a good night’s rest.
It’s also important to take control of your thought patterns in
the evening by focusing on things that promote rest and relax-
ation. Don’t watch an action-packed movie or the evening news,
which can be full of violent stories, just before bed. If you need
help relaxing, try listening to calming music, taking a warm
bath or even watching something funny on TV—laughter helps
to relax your body.
Many of us naturally tend to think over our day before bed. If
you are experiencing difficult circumstances, it’s important not
to let anxiety keep you from good sleep. Even though there may
be upsetting things going on in your life, you can take control of
your thoughts. Losing sleep will only make things worse. Switch
from anxiety and worry to
praise and thanksgiving.Try
keeping a list of things to be
thankful for by your bed and
dwell on those before falling
asleep instead of your wor-
ries (see Philippians 4:6,7).
Setting the Stage
Make your bedroom a
haven for relaxation and
sleep. It should look like an
inviting place of rest—not a
storage unit, office or giant
laundry basket. Make sure
you have a mattress and
pillow that are comfortable
for you. Also, equip your
room with soft lighting and
make it as dark as possible
when you are ready to fall asleep—no night-lights. If noise is a
problem, invest in a good pair of earplugs. Pleasure reading or
watching TV are acceptable, provided they help you relax and do
not add stress.
Robbing ourselves of sleep comes with a price: it damages our
health, our relationships and our ability to fulfill God’s call on
our lives. Begin making changes now that will help you get a
good night’s rest. You’ll be pleasantly surprised as you begin to
feel revived— body and soul—and your ability to enjoy life
increases. E
Approved
Bedtime Snacks:
• A piece of fruit with a small
handful of nuts (almonds,
walnuts, or pecans)
• Low-fat, whole-grain crackers or
bread with a teaspoon of organic
peanut butter or two ounces of
turkey
• One-half cup organic skim milk,
low-fat cottage cheese or yogurt
(no sugar added) with fruit
• A small bowl of whole-grain
cereal (about 1/2 cup) with
organic skim milk
DID YOU KNOW?
Before Thomas Edison invented the light bulb in
1879, Americans slept an average of ten hours
a night!
This article is developed from information in Dr. Colbert’s book The Seven Pillars of Health: (Siloam,
Lake Mary, FL 2007).
This article is not intended to provide medical advice or take the place of medical advice and
treatment from your personal physician. Readers are advised to consult your own doctors or
other qualified health professionals regarding the treatment of your medical problems. Neither
the publisher nor the author takes any responsibility for any possible consequences from any
treatment, action or application of medicine, supplement, herb or preparation to any person
regarding or following the information in this article.
Dr. Don Colbert is a graduate of Oral Roberts School of Medicine and shares
his years of experience and research in nutritional medicine in all of his work.
He is a national speaker, bestselling author and host of a national talk show
titled Your Health Matters. www.drcolbert.com

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Ron Luce is the president and founder of Teen Mania
Ministries, a Christian organization reaching millions
of young people worldwide. He passionately de-
clares the Gospel through Acquire the Fire TV broad-
casts, youth events, camps and media resources,
challenging teens to take a stand for Christ.
www.teenmania.org
B u i l d i n g t o m o r r o w ’ s l e a d e r s
For too long, youth ministry has been at the bottom of the
totem pole.To a great degree, this reflects the value we as adults
have placed on teenagers. When others—especially church
leaders—don’t treat youth ministry as if it were important, it
often causes the youth pastor and the people in the congregation
to do the same. As a result, we fail to give our teens what they
deserve—a world-class youth ministry.
Many times people get involved in youth ministry because
they see a need and want to help. Thank God that energy is
being used to touch lives. However, there’s often a downside to
this that we must guard against—we must be careful not to
develop a mindset that doing something is better than nothing
and then feel justified about the mediocre job we’re doing. Yes,
giving our teens something is better than what teens out in the
world are getting, which is often nothing. But we need to
develop a mindset of excellence—a way of thinking that says
this generation is worth rallying around and giving our best to.
God’s Word declares that He is worthy of our best. While we
would never actually tell God that we aren’t giving our best, in
many cases we do just that, with the ministry we provide to our
teenagers in America. For example, a typical highlight of the
Wednesday night youth service is serving pizza.A message is often
not prepared, the meeting room is messy and the handout copies
are crooked. Excuses for this lack of excellence are easy to find,
such as a lack of money, time or manpower.The truth is, though, if
it’s worth doing for God, it’s worth doing with excellence.
A few years ago I was in Disney World with my family, and
everywhere we went, it was excellent—first class all the way.
The world will work hard to create something excellent for the
sake of money, a dream and a creative, imaginative place. As
Christians, we should strive to do the same.
I’m tired of seeing people of the world do things in a world-
class way and Christians playing catch-up. MTV works day and
night to make their shows look first class and then feed it to
teens in a way that they feel important. At some point, we as
the body of Christ have to realize that we shouldn’t be the ones
playing catch-up—we need to set the pace and show the world
what excellence is.
In 2000 Teen Mania held an
event at the Pontiac Silver
Dome.There were 64,000 teens
in attendance. It was there that
I spoke with an eighteen-year-
old young lady who had
committed her life to the Lord
long ago but was backslidden.
She walked in with many of
her backslidden friends and
watched as the volunteers and
staff set up. She began to weep
uncontrollably. She told me it
made her feel so loved and
important to see that adults
cared that much for her and
her generation.
Excellence makes people feel valued. This
young lady felt valued before the event ever
started, and it prepared her heart for the Word.
After the event, the person who ran the stadium
called our chief sound and light manager into
his office and said that in all his years of man-
aging the venue,he had never seen a production
that excellent. He then asked if we would be
willing to rent our equipment and people to
come and run their other productions. This is a
great example of the way things should be.
Most people who get saved do so before the
age of twenty. Right now there are about 33
million teenagers in America. The world is
marketing chips, shoes, clothes and everything
else to these kids because they know if they
can get them to buy their stuff when they’re
young, they’ll buy it for the rest of their life.
In the same way, it’s important that as
Christians, we reach out to these young people
with excellence. If we don’t, in a few years,
there won’t be anyone in our churches.Whether
you’re a parent, a volunteer, a youth pastor or
a member of the body of Christ, I challenge
you to know the kids in your city and church.
God is counting on you and me to pray for and
reach out to this young generation. If we’re
willing and available, God will help us put
together world-class youth ministries in our
own neighborhoods. E
Raising the
Standard for
Youth Ministry
by Ron Luce

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F e at u r e a r t i c l e

You and I have been given a tremendous gift—the freedom of choice.
And with every choice we make, there is a certain consequence we can
expect. I believe there are three main choices that are constantly before
us: the choice to be lazy, the choice to be mediocre, and the choice to
be excellent.
While the majority of mankind is stuck in the
“mire of mediocrity,” those who pursue a walk of
excellence find the real rewards.They live life on
a whole new level, experiencing true fulfillment
and satisfaction that many others miss out on.
In order to cultivate a desire to come up higher
and be the best we can be, we need to have a
clear understanding of the differences between
being lazy, mediocre and excellent. Although we
may not fit entirely into the category of laziness
or mediocrity, I think all of us have room for
improvement.
Leave the Lower Level of Laziness
Of the three choices, laziness is the most
destructive.The book of Proverbs has a lot to say
about the lazy man. Proverbs 24:30,31 says,I went
by the field of the lazy man, and by the vineyard
of the man void of understanding; and, behold, it
was all grown over with thorns, and nettles were
covering its face, and its stone wall was broken
down. This description reminds me of many
neglected houses I’ve seen. The windows were
boarded up, the grass wasn’t cut, and there was
trash all over the yard—everywhere I looked,
there was a mess. It is a sad sight to see, but it is
a perfect example of the fruit of laziness.
A lazy man does just what he feels like doing,
which is usually nothing. He wants everything to
be easy. As a result, he winds up going through
life unhappy and usually filled with jealousy, envy
and resentment over what others have. He is nor-
mally not alert,doesn’t plan ahead and fails to take
care of things. Sooner or later, everything from
his checkbook to the lives of his children winds
up in a mess. Just as the scripture says, …a little
sleep, a little slumber, a little folding of the hands to
sleep—so shall your poverty come as a robber, and
your want as an armed man (Proverbs 24:33,34).
Even though most of us don’t fall entirely into
this category, I believe that there are certain areas of
our lives where we may have a lazy attitude—we’re
passive instead of active in the way we deal with
things. For instance, we may wish we had a pastor
who was a powerful preacher, but we’re not willing
to make the effort to pray for Him. We may wish we
had a better government, but we won’t take the time
to be informed on the issues and get out and vote. Or
we may wish we had victory over temptations such
as gossip, worry and fear, but we are not willing to
stand against them by speaking the Word. In other
words, we recognize that there is a problem, but we
are not willing to commit ourselves and put forth the
effort to be a part of the solution.
The only way to see this mindset change is to
recognize what we are doing wrong and submit
ourselves to the inner working of the Holy Spirit. I
did not overcome fifteen years of abuse by wishing
things would change. I learned to take hold of God’s
Word and apply it to my life day after day, situation
after situation. In time, He brought about change,
and He will faithfully do the same thing for you.1
He
will take your “wishbone” and replace it with “back-
bone.” He will substitute the sluggishness of your
soul with a determination to see transformation.
Cut Out the Middleman
Although many people struggle with laziness,
I believe the area that people wrestle with more
often is the temptation to accept a “middle-of-the-
road” mentality. This is the mindset that says, “I’m
okay—I’m just as good as anyone else. Besides,
Lazy: resistant to work or exertion;
sluggish or slow-moving.
—Webster’s II New College Dictionary
July 2007 20

everybody is doing it.” This mediocre type of
thinking is what is plaguing the majority of our
society, including many Christians.
Mediocrity means average, status quo, mod-
erate to low in quality. The mediocre man is not
really bad, but he is not really good either—he is
not worse than anybody else, but he’s certainly
not any better. He is a person who is halfway
between failure and success, and as a result, he
is frustrated and unfulfilled. This “average guy”
does just enough to get by but never goes the
extra mile.
The mediocre man is the type of person who
misuses and abuses the hotel room because he
doesn’t have to clean it. He will set a wet drink-
ing glass on the wooden furniture in another
person’s home without a second thought.When
he goes grocery shopping and realizes he has
picked up more than he can pay for, he takes
things out of his basket and puts them down in
the first available place. He’ll put a head of let-
tuce in the freezer case, a can of cleanser by the
bread, and a bunch of bananas by the dog food.
Why? Because he doesn’t care. He feels like,
“It’s not my job, so why should I worry about
putting things back where they belong?”
I remember a time years ago when I was
walking down the hall of a hotel after finishing
a meeting. I stopped to get a cup full of ice from
the machine, and as I turned to walk away, a piece
of ice fell out of my cup onto the floor. With my
hands full and my feet hurting, I decided to kick
the ice off to the side. Well, I got a few feet down
the hall and the Holy Spirit said, “Go pick it up.” I
responded, “I can’t pick it up. My hands are full,
and besides that, my feet are tired.” Again, He said,
“Pick it up.” I said, “But Lord, it’s dirty. What am I
supposed to do with it anyway?” He said, “If this
was your hotel, would you want people kicking ice
into the corners, leaving it to melt and mess up the
carpet?” Obviously, my answer was no, so I put my
stuff down and picked up the ice.
Now some may think I am being ridiculous,
but I don’t think so. Mediocrity may be acceptable
in society, but I don’t believe it is applauded in
heaven. If we want our lives to make an impact on
those around us, then we have to choose to move
beyond mediocrity.Think about it. Average, medio-
cre people are not remembered. The heroes found
in history books and the Bible are not average
people—they are people who did extraordinary
things. They are the ones who went above and
F e at u r e a r t i c l e
But you are a chosen race, a
royal priesthood, a holy nation,
a people for God’s own posses-
sion, so that you may proclaim
the excellencies of Him who
has called you out of darkness
into His marvelous light.

—1 Peter 2:9 NASB
(continued on page 24)

July 2007 22
I came across your TV show in December
2001, and your message grabbed my atten-
tion to such an extent that I have never looked
back. Years later you not only still have my
attention, but God has my life…all of it.
For the first few years, I studied the Word
about overcoming fear, how to go “through”
instead of “around” trials, and how to live
in the spirit of excellence. Bit by bit God
changed me.
At first I spent my time with Him talking
about my messes, especially trouble at work.
But then I began praying blessings over my
coworkers in Jesus’ name and inviting God
into our office and into their lives. I also
began doing this for previous employers.
Suddenly, I saw my job as a mission field!
Every day I rely on God to help me with my
work. Once, when I thought there wasn’t any
reason for me to stay, I asked God if I could
leave. He said, “Not yet.” He told me to stay
a bit longer so He could give me victory and
God is in my life, and througH the holy spirit,
I am praying and blessing others
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no one could say I was incapable or insult my
character after I left.
Although God’s grace is on me and He’s
prospering me in my current job, I know this
isn’t always what I’ll be doing. He’s impressed
upon me that He’s going to promote me;
however, until that day comes, I will keep doing
this job with excellence as unto Him.
Joyce, thank you for introducing me to the
real and true God. You’ve helped me remem-
ber to leave things better than I find them
and embrace God’s will for me to be a good
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beyond what was expected of them. If you and I
want to be remembered, we are going to have to
choose to be people of excellence.
Become a Person of Excellence
A person who is excellent is one who exceeds
the status quo—he does more than what is
expected of him. As people of excellence, you
and I need to do what is right even when no one
else is around. We need to realize that God sees
everything, and that everything we do in secret
will eventually come out into the open—both
good and bad. So whatever task we work at, we
need to …work at it heartily (from the soul), as
[something done] for the Lord and not for men,
knowing [with all certainty] that it is from the
Lord [and not from men] that [we] will receive the
inheritance… (Colossians 3:23,24).
Excellence should be seen in everything we
do—our conversation, our dress, the way we care
for our home and car, the way we treat people,
and so on. If we are people of excellence, we will
be excellent employees. For instance, if we are
required to work from 8 am to 5 pm, then we
should strive to get there around a quarter till
eight and leave about a quarter after five—not
clock in at eight and start straightening our desk
fifteen minutes before five. In other words, as
people of excellence, we should make it our goal
to go the extra mile.2
The fact is, you and I do not serve an average
God. We serve a God of excellence—One Who
does exceedingly and abundantly above all that
we could ask or think.3
As His representatives,
we are called to show forth His character in
everything that we do.And with that call, we have
been equipped with His Seed of greatness—the
Creator Himself is living on the inside of us, giving
us the power to be extraordinary people.
Excellence is not perfection. When I say
we should choose to be people of excellence, I
don’t mean that we try to be perfect—that has
a tendency to overwhelm us and those around
us. What I do mean is that we choose to have an
excellent spirit. There are rich rewards for those
who choose to have an excellent spirit.The Bible
says in Daniel 6:3, that …Daniel was distinguished
above the presidents and the satraps because an
excellent spirit was in him, and the king thought
to set him over the whole realm. I believe that
this excellent spirit is many times just a matter
of having an excellent attitude. This is the kind
of attitude that says, “I’ll do whatever you need,
however you need it, and whenever you need it
done.”The person with an excellent attitude takes
what he has and does the best he can with it.
God worked to bring about change in my life for
many years in private before He elevated me to the
public position I’m in now. I was probably not too
lazy, but I was definitely mediocre and did what
everybody else was doing. One of the things that
God told Dave and me early in ministry was that if
we wanted to have a successful ministry, we needed
to be people of excellence. I am happy to say that
our choice to walk in excellence has truly paid off.
I love my life, and I am more blessed than I could
have ever imagined.
The Choice Is Yours
God ordains a destiny for each of us, but just
because He ordains it doesn’t mean it is automatically
going to happen. It is up to us to cooperate with the
Holy Spirit and make right choices, and the choice
to walk in excellence is extremely important.
Wherever you are right now in your life, you got
there by a series of choices.I realize that as children,
other people made choices for us that may have
been unwise or damaging. However, just because
we started out somewhere doesn’t mean we have to
finish there. God doesn’t show partiality—He sets
the same opportunities for success before everyone.5
His promises are available to whosoever will believe
and obey His Word.
If you want your life to change, then your choices
have to change, and today is the best day of your life
to begin. I challenge you to draw a line separating
you from your past, and make the choice to move
forward as a person of excellence. Surrender your
soul—your mind, will, and emotions—to God, and
let Him give you His grace to see and choose the
more excellent ways. Start doing what you know in
your heart is the better thing to do. Don’t choose to
be lazy or mediocre. Choose to be a person who will
go the extra mile—a person of excellence! E(1) 1 Thessalonians 5:23,24 (2) Matthew 5:41 (3) Ephesians 3:20 KJV
(4) Philippians 1:10 (5) Romans 2:11
Whatever you pursue in life is what you
are going to receive. So …learn to sense
what is vital, and approve and prize what is
excellent and of real value [recognizing the
highest and the best, and distinguishing the
moral differences]….4
When you do, you will
reap the rewards of excellence!
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Today, however, America has fallen from her high position of
integrity and honor that was based upon the foundation of God’s
Word. Her character, which was once the talk of the nations, has
faded because she has turned from the One who made her great
and gave her such honor. The only way we can reverse the
dilemma of moral decline is for each of us to seriously seek the
face of God and take the steps necessary to see change.
GAINING KNOWLEDGE is the first step to seeing change in
America. Hosea 4:6 says that without knowledge of the truth, we
are destroyed. Since the early 1920s, the devil has slowly worked
through different people to remove every trace of our Christian
heritage and the faith of our Founding Fathers from our history
books and learning institutions. We need this vital information
because it shows us how our forefathers dealt with some of the
same kinds of problems we face today and what they did to over-
come them. Knowledge of America’s true Christian roots and how
they’ve been removed will give you the fuel you need to know how
to pray.
PRAYER is the second main ingredient needed to bring about
change. The Bible says, If My people, who are called by My name,
shall humble themselves, pray, seek, crave, and
require of necessity My face and turn from their
wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven, forgive
their sin, and heal their land (2 Chronicles 7:14). I
believe that without prayer, the hand of God
stops, but with prayer, the hand of God moves.
Through prayer, you and I can ask God what to
do and how to do it, and He will show us.
ACTION is the third key element needed to
bring about positive change. I believe voting
is probably the most important action you and
I can take. Voting for godly candidates who
stand for biblical standards of right and against
what is wrong is one of the best ways we bring
about God’s will on earth as it is in heaven.
Another type of God-inspired action we can
take is to stand against immorality in our
communities. Whether it is an ungodly TV
show, commercial or billboard, we need to let
our voice of disapproval be heard. Through
emails, letters, telephone calls and verbal
A M ERI C A AT ITS B EST
God established America, working in and through ordinary men and
women who trusted in Him. They were Christians who had character,
honor and high moral standards—people of prayer who put God first and
sought Him continuously for direction and intervention. I believe because
of their commitment to Him, America has been greatly blessed.
by Dave Meyer

expressions, we can make a difference. And
we don’t have to be afraid, because whatever
God asks us to do, He empowers and anoints
us to do.
It’s time to stand up and be counted and let
your voice become God’s voice. GAIN
KNOWLEDGE, PRAY and take ACTION as the
Lord directs you. Don’t let the enemies of doubt
and discouragement deceive you. Your voice
is important, and together, we can make a
difference!
This month we are offering a special
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DID YOU KNOW…
Throughout America’s history, people have prayed,
and miracles have happened. Washington’s escape
from Long Island, the miraculous provision of fish at
Valley Forge, and the miraculous calming of the storm
that allowed our troops to land on the beachhead at
Normandy in World War II are all examples of answers
to prayer.
HE SAID WHAT?
“All that is necessary for evil
to triumph is for good men to
do nothing.”1
—Edmund Burke, orator, author and leader in Great
Britain during the Revolutionary War
Not long ago, I sat and thought about this
powerful statement. Why do good men do nothing?
For the most part, I believe it is because they know
nothing—that is, they don’t know the truth about our
Christian heritage or the faith upon which America
was built.
And because they know nothing, bad men—
those with evil, selfish intentions—deceive them.
Deception thrives on ignorance. Deceived good men
then become passive and controlled by fear. Deep
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decisions and actions of the bad men are wrong—
the problem is, they don’t know why they’re wrong.
Instead of “rocking the boat” and fighting for what
they believe is right, the good men give away the
country piece by piece. We need to realize that it’s
easier to maintain the liberties we have than to try
and regain them once they’re lost.
−Dave Meyer
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B o n u s f e at u r e
I believe that God has placed
the desire to be great inside
each one of us. Whatever you
and I do in life, we should aim to
be great at it.
position of power by allowing them to sit on His right and left in
the Kingdom.
Jesus responded and explained the difference between leader-
ship in the world and the kingdom of God.He said,…the rulers of the
Gentiles lord it over them, and their great men hold them in subjection
[tyrannizing over them]. Not so shall it be among you; but whoever
wishes to be great among you must be your servant (verses 25,26).
In order for you and me to attain greatness in the kingdom of
God, we must first become servants of God and one another. Let’s
look at some important characteristics of servants that will help
us become great men and women of God.
First of all…
Servants Walk In Humility
I believe that developing an attitude of humility is the founda-
tion for greatness. Even Jesus, the Son of God, walked in humility.
Whether we’re a mom or dad, a minister, a
doctor, a lawyer or anything else, we should
make it our aim to be the best at what we do.
In seeking to be great, however, we must
understand that God’s idea of greatness and
the world’s idea are two very different things.
In Matthew 20:20-28, we read that the mother
of James and John asked Jesus to give her sons a

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Philippians 2:5 says, Let this same attitude and purpose and [hum-
ble] mind be in you which was in Christ Jesus: [Let Him be your
example in humility:].Verses 6 and 7 go on to say that even though
Jesus was equal with God, He became a servant. To become great,
we must choose to follow Jesus’ example by humbling ourselves
and becoming a servant.
In John 13:4-13, Jesus washed the disciples’feet.This was a good
example of humility for the disciples because washing someone’s
feet was considered one of the lowest jobs for a household servant.
In verse 14, Jesus instructs us to do the same, saying, If I then, your
Lord andTeacher (Master),have washed your feet,you ought…to wash
one another’s feet. Just as He came from heaven to serve us, so we as
believers are in the world to become like Jesus and serve others.
In order to do that, we must…
Walk In Obedience
Jesus walked in obedience by doing whatever the Father told
Him, no matter what the cost. In Philippians 2:8 it says, …He
abased and humbled Himself [still further] and carried His obedi-
ence to the extreme of death…. Jesus set an example of greatness
for us by walking in extreme obedience and laying down His life
to serve others.
You and I may not physically lay down our lives for others.
However, every time we choose to resist our fleshly tendencies
to be unforgiving, unkind and impatient, laying down our lives to
serve others, we are taking up our cross and choosing death for
our flesh, which is what we want, think and feel. A great man or
woman in the kingdom of God makes obeying the Spirit of God a
habit—regularly choosing God’s will over their own desires.
I remember being in church as a young believer, singing about
loving others with the love of the Lord, then going out to lunch and
gossiping with my friends about the same people I was supposed
to be loving! God convicted me that I was being a hypocrite. At
that point I had a choice to make—choose God’s way and repent
or continue to follow my flesh by judging and criticizing people
with my words.
The truth is, we are faced with choices to walk in obedience
every day. The question is, are we in the habit of obeying? Do we
do what God asks us to do and what we know in our hearts is
right? If you want to walk in the greatness God has for you, you
must serve God by making obedience a habit.
So, in order to become a great servant like Christ, we need to
walk humbly, obediently and…
With Integrity
Integrity is vital if we are going to be a servant God can trust.
In order to serve others with integrity and honesty, we will have to
fight for it. God’s Word tells us that although we live in the world
we are not of it (see John 15:19). And the world’s ways often include
dishonesty and manipulation to obtain places of greatness or lead-
ership. The problem is, if we get into leadership that way, we will
have to keep our position the same way. On the other hand, if we
focus on being a servant, maintain our integrity, and allow God to
place us in positions of leadership then He will keep us there.
I recall the emotional turmoil I experienced years ago when a
man I worked for asked me to do something dishonest. He wanted
me to forge the books so that a customer would not receive the
credit owed to them. I thought for sure I would
lose my job if I refused. I really struggled with
the decision but knew that I had to do what was
right. Although he was irritated with me when I
told him I wouldn’t do it, he didn’t fire me like
I thought. In fact, I ended up getting several
promotions during the time I worked for that
company.
Because I chose to walk in integrity, my boss
knew he could trust me. God feels the same way
about us when we choose to walk in integrity—He
can trust us with great opportunities to serve. I
can honestly say, I don’t know if I would be doing
what I am now, if I didn’t do the right thing when
I was asked to compromise my integrity then.
Great Attitudes Make Great People
I believe that humility, obedience and integ-
rity are three key characteristics that contribute
to the making of a great man or woman. If you
humble yourself before God, develop a habit of
obedience, and choose to walk in integrity in
every area of your life, you will be well on your
way to showing the world what really makes a
great man or woman great. E
The Way It Works:
In God’s Kingdom…
• If you want to have more, give away some of
what you have.
• The first will be last and the last first.
• “Down” is the way “up.” Humble yourself, and
He will lift you up.
• Servanthood is the way to greatness!

REAL LI F E PERSPE C TI V ES
As a teenager, did you ever ask the question, “How far is too far?” I did, and I
wasn’t the only one. “What can I watch and listen to and not sin? What places
can I go and what things can I do and still be okay with God?” And here’s the
biggie: “How far can I go with a girl and it not be wrong?” I was living life on the
edge—pushing the envelope of pleasure to find out what I could get away with
and still be accepted by God.
Have you been there…are you there right now? Compromise—
it’s one of the greatest temptations we face. It’s the silent killer
that is slowly but surely sucking the life out of any believer who
will give it the time of day. What is compromise? Basically, it is
knowing in our heart what is right but choosing to push beyond
that standard. People compromise every day for all kinds of rea-
sons, and it is destroying their lives and the lives of others.
Compromise Dilutes and Pollutes. Do you remember drinking
Kool-Aid when you were a kid? Ah, there was nothing quite like a
cool refreshing cup on a hot summer’s day to quench your thirst.
But one thing I really hated was when my mom added too much
water. Do you remember what that tasted like? That’s right—a
tasteless, colored liquid.The mixture was so diluted that it had lost
its flavor, and quite frankly, left us wanting water instead.
I think that’s what compromise does in our lives as Christians—
it causes us to become watered down and tasteless. We have an
appearance of being refreshing, but we lack the true flavor of our
Savior. As a result, many people would rather reach for some-
thing else to quench their spiritual thirst.
By definition, to dilute means “to lessen the strength of by mix-
ing with something else.” Compromise dilutes our lives…it lessens
our spiritual strength by mixing it with sin. As a result, we experi-
ence unsatisfied, “tasteless” lives, and all we have to offer those
around us is a form of godliness absent of power.
What’s the Cure for Compromise? The strongest weapon I
know against compromise is to be head over heels in love with
the Lord. Nothing is greater. I’ll never forget one fateful Friday
night Bible study at the end of my freshman year. God met me in
a way like He had never met me before. That evening He gently
but firmly whispered in my ear that He loved me, and with those
words He deposited a deep sense of His love within me. Words
cannot describe what I felt. Like the intense heat of the midday
summer sun, God’s love melted the hardness of my soul. All I
could do was cry under the weight of His affection.
That experience changed my life forever. For
the first time, I had a fresh awareness of God’s
passion for me and His desire to be my friend.
Instead of wanting to see what I could get away
with, I wanted to get as far from sin as possible.
Instead of feeling like I had to do what was right,
I now wanted to do what was right. His sweet
expression of love for me created a deep desire
in me to please Him.
That was over twenty-two years ago. There
have been some ups and downs in my devotion
to the Lord, but there have also been many fresh
infusions of God’s love along the way, each one
pulling me closer to Him with greater passion.
As a Christian, I have learned that the answer
to the question how far is too far? is already in
us. Oh, it’s not in our head…it’s in our heart.
Whatever we have peace about in our spirit, we
can do. But anything we don’t have peace about,
we shouldn’t do. And when in doubt, don’t.
My prayer for you is [that you may really come]
to know [practically, through experience for your-
selves] the love of Christ, which far surpasses mere
knowledge [without experience]; that you may be
filled [through all your being] unto all the fullness
of God [may have the richest measure of the divine
Presence, and become a body wholly filled and
flooded with God Himself]! (Ephesians 3:19). Yes,
the tug of temptation is strong, but it’s no match
for the overwhelming power of God’s love!
Vincent M. Newfield and his wife, Allison, are found-
ers of Prepare The Way, a ministry dedicated to pas-
sionately presenting the timeless truth of God’s Word
through innovative messages and illustrations. In
addition to being a creative communicator, Vincent is
a freelance writer for Joyce Meyer Ministries and other
organizations worldwide. www.preparethewaytoday.org
by Vincent M. Newfield

ask joyce
July 2007 32
Your question, with an answer from Joyce, may appear in an upcoming issue of
Enjoying Everyday Life magazine. Please be aware, however, that due to heavy
mail volume, we may be unable to respond to every question.
Barbara,
The apostle Paul tells us that we should not be unequally yoked with an unbeliever. He
also said that darkness cannot truly fellowship with light (see 2 Corinthians 6:14). What Paul
said is not a law, but it is wisdom, and if you don’t follow wisdom you may suffer as a result.
Many people are living miserable lives today because they followed their emotions rather
than the wisdom of God. Wisdom leads us to a confident, quiet, peaceful life. But whoso
hearkens to me [Wisdom] shall dwell securely and in confident trust and shall be quiet, without
fear or dread of evil (Proverbs 1:33). Foolishness, however, leads to turmoil and destruction.
We always want to believe that someone will change when we love and desire them, but
I highly recommend that you see the fruit of change before making any permanent com-
mitment to the man in question. It is foolish to merely assume that the person will change
after you make a permanent commitment.
God may use you to lead unbelievers to Him, and for that reason we should not entirely
avoid fellowship with them. My personal guideline for spending time with unbelievers is this:
I make sure that I am affecting them in a positive manner and that they are not infecting me
in a negative way. Our ministry in the world is one of reconciling the unbeliever to Christ. But
all things are from God, Who through Jesus Christ reconciled us to Himself [received us into
favor, brought us into harmony with Himself] and gave to us the ministry of reconciliation [that
by word and deed we might aim to bring others into harmony with Him] (2 Corinthians 5:18).
I recommend making your position clear. Let the gentleman know about your new re-
lationship with Jesus and what you believe. Don’t compromise just to keep him happy.
Proceed with caution and be committed to follow the Holy Spirit in this matter. He leads us
through peace and wisdom. He may want to use you to lead this individual to Jesus, but if
at any time you lose your peace or feel that the decisions you are making are not wise, you
should sever the relationship.
Dear Joyce,
If I was dating a
non-Christian before
I was saved, do I need
to break up with him
now that I am?
Barbara
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Irene,
I believe that God knows what people need to hear at a certain place and time and that
He has called me to serve Him and bless people by teaching His Word. I also believe He’s
eager to help me fulfill His call on my life and do it with excellence. As I depend upon Him,
I trust His Spirit to lead me to teach what is needed each place I go.
Many times, the Lord is speaking to me about things I’m dealing with in my life, and
that’s how I know that other people need help in the same area. So I will share from the
things I’m learning at the time. Other times, God just impresses me to teach on a particular
subject, and I teach on that by faith, knowing He will anoint what I say and people will be
helped as I obey Him.
After thirty years of teaching His Word, I have learned that He loves to help and bless
people every chance He gets. As I stay close to Him and walk in obedience, I trust that He
will always lead me to choose the best topic for whatever situation I am in.
Dear Joyce,
How do you decide what
topics to teach on?
Irene

J e s u s i n e v e r y d ay L i f e
Recently, Wendell Geist, creative director at
InProv, Ltd., was able to attend our conference
in North Charleston, South Carolina. The follow-
ing article is a testimony of his experience.
by Wendell Geist
Having been to only one Friday morning session of a Joyce
Meyer Ministries conference in Dallas, this was my first “full-
meal deal.” And I’ve got to say, you get more than your money’s
worth at one of her conferences—especially considering they’re
FREE! There’s the T-shirt “throw” at every session—and these
folks go crazy for a shirt! It reminded me of the men’s energy at
a Promise Keepers conference. It amazes me how a man can go
to a Joyce Meyer Ministries conference and get so much out of it.
Her crossover influence is quite a plus, and I would say unique,
in ministry today.
The level of enthusiasm going into the event was quite high.You
could feel the anticipation as you walked with the crowd from the
parking lot.And for me, after years of writing about and attending
large “religious” events, it was quite a fascinating comparison.
The Enjoyment Factor
In the past, events were “crusades”—a religious connotation
for a meeting based on the opportunity to hear about and follow a
set of guidelines.The Joyce Meyer Ministries conference was every
bit as spiritual, but there was such a relevance and an enjoyment
factor. You find yourself laughing so much at what Joyce has to
say or at the video announcements (such as the “Joan and Joyce”
talking heads).
Sitting on the main floor near the production booth, as I was,
I observed an auditorium rigged for music, video, lighting effects
and a live presentation that takes a backseat to only a few in
entertainment today. There is no doubt that those responsible
for Joyce Meyer Ministries conference presentations are a highly
talented group. And yet, I didn’t feel it was overproduced. The
“game show” time was clearly a crowd favorite, and other videos
made such good use of humor without overdoing it. But as soon
as that was done, the transition took place.
The Opening Video Touched My Heart…
You could sense the power of God in the
room. This transitional time from the opening
announcements to preparing for worship was
really amazing, and I watched several in the au-
dience who were deeply touched by the spiritual
messages and encouragement.
Saturday Morning Prayer
I grew up with a wonderful spiritual heritage
and certainly understand the importance of our
relationship to the Holy Spirit, as well as the
culture of worship and expression found in the
baptism of the Holy Spirit. Joyce did an amazing
job of explaining the power and presence of the
Holy Spirit and leading people in prayer to receive
a greater anointing on their lives. She laid it out
like she does with all her teachings—from a bibli-
cal point of view.I thought this was a powerful time
of prayer among believers of all backgrounds.
Well, I could go on and on, but suffice it to
say, I was blessed and refreshed while on this
assignment. I’ve worked with many Christian
organizations where the leader is put on a pedestal
because of his or her gifting and charisma, but
with Joyce’s crowd, they love her because she’s
so transparent about her sufferings in life,
and they love to hear her stories of overcoming
through the Word. I heard countless ladies say,
“I love her because she’s real. She can tell you
exactly how it is because she’s been there.”
Going to a Joyce Meyer Ministries conference
is many things to many people, including:
Refreshing…
Renewing…
Re-energizing…
Redemptive.
When can I return? E

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