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Inspiring Words from A Friend

I was talking to my God-sister last night about a few things going on in my life. Last year was a little rough, and this year I'm planning on doing things a bit different and re-grouping. So far I can say that I've been Blessed in many ways, I am so thankful. I was just letting her know that I don't want to make choices without weighing the consequences (good or bad).

So this morning she called to share with me what God said to her:

"Its easier to make excuses for why you've done the very things that you know aren't pleasing rather than to honor My word (God's Word), even when the temptations are irresistible. Will you continually take advantage of my GRACE because you know I will forgive you. When you sin your actions become tools of the enemy and he uses them to blackmail and manipulate your growth and your praise just like Adam and Eve." So I guess in essence, God has given you a promise and the enemy is looking for a way to prevent you from getting it and zap your praise in the process. The enemy heard you say that this year you would take a stand. And coincidentally he has now given you justifiable reasons to be at peace in whatever happens.
Lay aside your wants, and honor God's Word and He will honor your obedience to Him.
-The Best God-sister EVER

I just thought I would share this with you this morning.

(UpDaTeD) Design and Business Ethics

AIGA (American Institute of Graphic Arts) - is the professional association for design.

Their mission is "to advance designing as a professional craft, strategic tool and vital cultural force." (aiga.org 2010) AIGA is the oldest professional membership organization for design, with local chapters in major cities aross the U.S. AIGA is considered a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) educational institution.

For the past few years AIGA has published a series of brochures outlining the ethical and professional issues between designers and their clients. There is now a 3rd Edition sponsored by Arctic Paper. "Produced by industry leaders from across the U.S. took the needed time to offer clear and concise information, as well as pratical and specific directions for approaching design issues." (aiga.org 2010)

The updated version of this brochure is avalible now as a PDF Download at Design Business and Ethics