There’s nothing ordinary about you. You’re different for a reason. God created you as you are in order to use you as He planned. The reason why we sometimes feel inadequate and unworthy is because #1 We compare ourselves to other people and #2 Because of shame. We have become ashamed of who we are because of our past; our mistakes, our shortcomings. We feel irrelevant and insignificant. We belittle ourselves sometimes without us noticing it. We feel ashamed if we don’t fit in; if we don’t speak the right words, if we don’t drive the right car, if we don’t wear…
One day you will be able to look back and rejoice for what God is currently bringing you through. Here are 6 Helpful Tips For Surviving a Season Of Darkness…
Conflict, disagreement and anger have the potential to wreak havoc on a relationship. When tempers flare, words are sometimes spoken that you later regret. To avoid saying things you don’t really mean, partners must learn how to disagree more effectively. Recognizing there will be ideas and behaviors in which couples won’t see eye to eye is step one. Next, is knowing it’s actually okay to disagree. It won’t end your relationship. However, the way you handle the conflict could. A common misconception in relationship disagreements is that the other partner just needs to hear they’re right. This isn’t usually the case. We…
Should I submit to my boyfriend? That’s the keyword, ‘boyfriend.’ This question alone, reminds me of an eye-opening experience with my ex-fiancé. It had only been a few weeks since he’d proposed and I was still floating on air. I was only 20 years old and was a good church girl. I loved the Lord and my Sunday Best outfits followed the dress code of my church. I was very soft-spoken and obedient to authority. I had so much to learn but at the time, I thought these qualities added up to being a good, submissive wife. I quickly learned…
When you give it to God, something amazing happens. You give God room to work! Here are 15 things that happened when I allowed God to heal my broken heart.
For it is God who works in you, both to will and to work for his good pleasure. -Philippians 2:13 Mary said yes to God even if it meant giving up her youth and her already planned future. Even if it meant risking her reputation and other people’s condemnation, She obeyed God’s will. How often does someone get pregnant by the Holy Spirit? Who would ever believe that her baby was conceived without sin? If it happened today, no one would believe her. When Joseph said yes to God to take care of Mary and Jesus, it also meant sacrificing a quiet simple…
In my line of work, I meet a lot of great husbands and the wives who adore them. Over time, it’s not hard to pick up on a pattern among these men “” especially when I chat with other wives about why they chose the men they’ve married and what qualities in their husbands have most shaped their marriage. For all those single women out there who often wonder what type of man they should marry, or how they will know if he’s The One they’re meant to spend forever with, this list is 100-percent for you. It has been…
For what shall it profit a man, if he shall gain the whole world, and lose his own soul? —Mark 8: 36 Have you ever seen the movie or read the book ‘Lord Of The Rings’? The story mainly revolves around a ring that has the power to control the whole Middle Earth. It’s amazing and quite mind boggling as to how something so small and simple as a ring drove so many people insane, caused mass murders, and changed friends to foes. That is exactly what power does to us. If you let power consume you, your life will be ruled by greed, selfishness and pride. …
If you’re getting impatient, I encourage you to rest today knowing that He is already at work for your good.
The enemy sends people in our lives just as God does. Be wise enough to know who to let in and who to let go!
Bad times are usually followed by better times. Trust in God’s plan, even when you can’t make sense of it.
Grief slows us down and sometimes loss can stop us in our tracks. But God will give us the strength to endure it all!
We don’t meet people by accident. They are meant to cross our path for a reason. Whether it’s for a lifetime or for a season.
God gives us chance after chance. Even when we are not willing to give Him at least one.
Eleven years ago, I met a woman through training for a particular job and befriended her. I befriended her because at that time she appeared to share the same moral values as I.Though we have different religious backgrounds, she being Muslim and I being a Christian, I believed that I can shine for Jesus through that friendship. I am a very caring person finding it difficult to say no to people when they ask for help, so I willingly helped her out as she was separated and the mother of three (3) children who was in need of help. When…
Most people by now have settled nicely into “the most wonderful time of the year”. The holidays are a time for love, laughter, family and warm memories. Although this is a joyous time for most, it’s important to be aware that this can also be a very sad time for those who struggle with depression. There are various levels of depression but regardless of the severity, it is a real issue that some of your loved ones may be struggling with. As someone who battles depression on a regular basis, I know first hand how hard the holidays can be.…
When you surrender your whole life to God, it’s not about what you’ve lost, it’s about what you stand to gain!
I was on my way home this morning when I passed by a man sitting in a wheelchair by the gate of their house. He had this look of yearning in his eyes as he watched the world pass by. “What if?” Two simple words but often so full of regrets . What if you tried harder? What if you risked a little more? What if you did not let your fear stop you from pursuing your dreams? What if you fought for something you wanted instead of giving up so easily? Ten years from now, will you look back at…
If your Facebook news feed looks anything like mine this season it’s full of holiday pictures; with images ranging from your friends latest Christmas party; to picture perfect family photos with Santa. A third set of pictures that seem to be on the upswing this holiday are photos of newly engaged couples. As the holidays represent numerous celebrations of love, life and relationships; this is often a time when many people feel an increased desire for romance and intimacy. It’s also a time when single people can feel an increased sense of isolation. With so many images of perfectly poised couples both…
It’s not about having time for God. It’s about making time. Here are 5 Easy Ways to Incorporate Short Prayers Into Your Daily Routine.
