How Social Distancing Affects The Elderly

COVID-19 couldn’t have come at a worse time because social distancing is hitting the elderly hard. Think about it, many family members don’t visit elderly relatives in nursing homes as often as they should, so the loneliness has increased.🤔

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 30, 2020

Forced Caregiving: Filial Law

Forced Caregiving

Florida, and other states don’t have this law on the books; thank goodness for that. The states that have this law would have to prove the aging parents’ adult children have the means to support their elderly parents. 

Caregiving is a moral decision, it shouldn’t be mandated. If parents did right by their children, I feel the child should step up and help take care of their aging parent(s) within reason. If the parent(s) mistreated their child(ren), that adult child is under no obligation to care for their aging parent(s).

Power Of Perspective: Evans Family; Thirst Trap: Steven Furtick

I listened to these yesterday evening, and they were on point.

Tony Evans Live Stream https://t.co/lbddSyDIjf via @YouTube

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 29, 2020

The Thirst Trap | Seven-Mile Miracle | Pastor Steven Furtick https://t.co/ZpyPmFSEeB via @YouTube

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 28, 2020

Struggle Love

Neither do I. Why take pride in fighting against the odds to say “I ‘made it”? https://t.co/Ep9jPL60Nx

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 25, 2020

You Need God

I’m not going to attempt to get through life without God because I know I couldn’t make it without him. https://t.co/FK4s9A9brj

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 27, 2020

Thursday Thought: Can't Stop, Won't Stop

People can try, but they always fail because they don't have that kind of power.

Coronavirus Drama: America Is In Time Out

I haven't spoken on the Coronavirus because I refuse to get caught up in the mass hysteria. The below statement sums up my thoughts on all this madness.

God has America in time out.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 19, 2020

Tuesday Random Thoughts

Jesus, thank you for being my King, so I don’t have to bow to any other. Thank you for being my Priest, so I don’t need a human being to connect me to God. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your new temple, the church, your body. Amen.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 22, 2020

Taking time to be with God is the best place to find strength to press on.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 22, 2020

Leveling Up

You Get What You Post

Saturday Thoughts

The heart of prayer is prayer from the heart.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 20, 2020

God has America in time out.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 19, 2020

Returning To Him

God will use whatever means necessary to get our attention. God didn't cause this virus, but if this is what it takes for America to turn back to Him, so be it.

Pastor Tony Evans: God Is Allowing COVID-19 Because He Wants Us to Return to Him https://t.co/E8jX9mO5TF via @charismamag

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 20, 2020

Just Because They Smile At You, Doesn't Mean They're Happy For You

Dhar Mann is someone I follow on FB because his skits contain life lessons. This video is an example of why you should watch the company around you.

Just Because They Smile At You, Doesn't Mean They're Happy For You

Easy Way Out=Give It To God

Once you know God's got it, don't try to pick it up again (talking to myself because sometimes I try to pick up situations I've given to God).

HIS Agenda

Coronavirus Frenzy

The bottom tweet sums up my feelings on this coronavirus madness. All over social media and the nation, there are reports of people stocking up because they don't know how long this will last. I understand preparing, but is it necessary for one person to by multiple bundles of toilet tissue? You're not the only one who needs the essentials, so leave some for others. It's no reason why one person should have a cart full of essentials acting like no one else needs the same products. I've always known that crisis times reveal how selfish people are, and this is no different. Then, you have churches canceling worship services, which is crazy to me because we've had crises every year and churches weren't shutting down then. It's ok to be cautious, but not ok to put your life on hold.

Coronavirus isn't stopping me.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 14, 2020

Trapped

This was too good NOT to share. You can't go while you're trapped.

God Has More

If God didn't have more for us, he wouldn't wake us up daily.

Thought For Today: On Schedule

Always...

John 13:7: It Will Make Sense Later

John 13:7 CEV—Jesus answered, “You don’t really know what I am doing, but later you will… https://t.co/qfhMmtie59 via @biblegateway

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 7, 2020

Cordless Phone: Prayer

This is a nice spin on prayer

Random Thoughts

You can't take everyone with you, which is why you should scorch some bridges.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 5, 2020

The hardest lessons I've learned about life were in my early years (childhood to early adulthood).

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 5, 2020

Public Service Announcement

It's easy to pass judgment about impoverished folks when you've never struggled a day in your life. It's easy to say poor people are lazy when you've always had money to take care of yourself and loved ones. Too many politicians are out of touch with regular people.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 6, 2020

No Crucifixion Necessary

Being Thankful No Matter What

Be cheerful no matter what; pray all the time; thank God no matter what happens.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 2, 2020

Today's Thought: Doing A New Thing

We shouldn’t get comfortable with God moving the same way all the time. We should come expecting God to do a new thing.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 3, 2020

Today's Thought: What Is A Real Man?

A real man doesn’t care. He stands up for what he believes in, even if he goes down behind his morals.

— Florida Made (@RichardMIATL) March 2, 2020

Dog Ownership=Good Times vs. Bad Times

As a dog owner, I co-sign this meme. I've had my dog for almost 2 years and it's been good for me. She provides loyalty, companionship, and encouragement. I can be feeling low, and she knows how to cheer me up. I've always liked dogs, but it's a special bond that comes with owning your own. She doesn't like to see me leave, but she knows I'll always return home. There were times where I wanted to go out and enjoy myself, but I think about how my dog hasn't seen me since morning, and I feel obligated to come home to her; that's love, to me. Unfortunately, all dogs have an expiration date and when my dog passes, she will be missed. It's crossed my mind to get another dog, and when I do, I'm adopting one from the shelter. The way rescue dogs look at their new owners is priceless. I want the experience of rescuing a dog from my local shelter. The memories I'm building with her now will get me through when she leaves this world. I feel for all dog owners who have lost their pets. For some people, their pet is the only friend they've ever known. Who will greet them when they come home? Who will comfort them when they're feeling low?