Mercedes McGaffin

Follower of Jesus, Wife to my best friend Cailean, Pastor at Liberty Church. @libertyofomaha

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

The life or dream you want, it’s on YOU to go get it.

It requires sacrifice
It requires discipline
It requires resilience
It requires you fighting self doubt

Quieting the voices in your head
Removing the self pity

Growth + comfort don’t go together!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

If people ever judge you by your past, they shouldn't get mad when you put them there!

[Charles Nieman @charlesnieman]

Please join with us in praying for our city.

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

Women played some of the leading roles in God’s word, from the woman who spared Moses; to Esther, who saved her people from genocide; to Deborah, who led her nation as a judge, prophetess, and military commander + many more!

[Craig Groeschel @craiggroeschel]

If it's big enough to worry about, it's big enough to pray about.

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

You cannot build a church on consumers. They'll desert you at a moment's notice because they have no commitments beyond meeting their own needs. Jesus can take twelve disciples and build a movement that changes the world. He could never have done that with consumers-Alan Hirsch

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

If you’re only talking to people who agree with you, you’re just listening to yourself!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

There is no single mold that all women must fit into. Deborah was called to be a political + military leader. Esther – a beauty queen. Priscilla – a theological instructor. And Mary – a mother and a homemaker. Be who God has equipped you to be!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

Short term desires are the enemies of your long-term dreams!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

7 TRAITS OF HIGH CAPACITY LEADERS:

1. They see problems as
opportunities
2. They know that “crazy” is a
compliment
3. They value relationships
4. They dream BIG
5. They’re problem solvers
6. They know failure’s just a pivot
7. They stay curious

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

Blame is the most common response to dealing with hurt. It's also the least effective!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

Forgiveness isn't just saying, "I forgive you." It's the pride-swallowing, soul-wrenching, heart-breaking victory of grace over vengeance!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

HANG WITH PEOPLE WHO:
Are happy for your success
Are confident, not arrogant
Speak positively about others
Are humble, not ego driven
Push you to get better
Motivate and inspire you
Have a vision and purpose
Are GRATEFUL

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

The church is the people.

People are imperfect.

You won’t find a perfect church.

I go to church for the perfect God who uses imperfect people to further his perfect kingdom! Find a church!-Dustin Sanders

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

The longer you wait to fix your life, the harder it's gonna be.

Not because of money. Not because of time. But because of habits.

The longer you have bad habits, the harder it is to replace them with good ones!

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

Most people decide to follow Christ because of the people they meet, not the sermons they hear. Loving our neighbors is still the Great Commandment and the key to the Great Commission!

[Craig Groeschel @craiggroeschel]

As you start the new year. Set WHO goals before DO goals. Based on WHO you want to be, what discipline or habit do you need to start?

[Christine Caine @ChristineCaine]

Godly relationships will help grow, replenish & refuel us so we can continually move closer to our dreams (Proverbs 19:20). I'm keenly aware of how important it is to do life together—to push each other to grow in our callings and giftings—so we can grow where God wants us to go!

[Joseph Prince @JosephPrince]

God says to you today, “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.” 2Cor 12:9

[Rick Godwin @ricklgodwin]

No matter HOW relationships end, I think it’s unwise to ask people about their regrets since the focus becomes negative. Instead, ask about lessons learned!