Build a Connection “A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.” – Proverbs 18:24 How does God define true friendship? It starts with a connection between two people. It is a relationship with several layers: trust, respect, faith, love, and communication.   It’s Not All About You “As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another.” – Proverbs 27:17 Yes, God is a Jealous God. And at times, our actions may reflect selfish attitudes. But in friendship, we are expected to encourage and give of each other. A true friend desires the best for…

Trust Today, everyone is living independently, pushing for individuality. It is a good thing because it helps us achieve more. It also allows us to reconnect with ourselves and realize what we really need and want. Children’s dependence to their parents is admirable and enviable. It’s a dependence that makes them worry free. Knowing that they have someone who will provide for their needs, who will protect them no matter what and who will love them unconditionally strips away their worries. If only we could depend on God the way children depend on their parents, we would…

I am the head and not the tail, I am above and not beneath Deuteronomy 28:13 This verse could not be more timely. Even when you have been taken advantage of, cheated, hurt or forgotten – you are still the head. You are still a mark above the mess in your life because of God. If you have given your life to Christ, you are a part of His kingdom, so no matter what your government does, what your bosses do to you or how bad your circumstances may be, you can rest assured you are in His hands and…

Many times in relationships, we find ourselves stooping down to reach others.  We sacrifice a little of what we have just to meet others halfway. This usually happen to women.  When we meet or date someone whom we think might be a little intimidated by us, we do not show our true potential in fear that we might scare him away. Sometimes, we have to forget our own needs to give way in relationships.  Women are creatures capable of loving so much that they are willing to sacrifice their own happiness and needs for the sake of those in need.…

“Do you want to get well?” Jesus asked that question to the paralytic. Would you ask a blind man if he wants to see? Would you ask a beggar if he needs money? Yet, Jesus asked the obvious. Maybe because Jesus thinks that was not what the man really needed. Thirty-eight years of lying on his mat, the man might have been accustomed to his life as a paralytic. Thirty-eight long years might have made him comfortable in his situation, waiting for people to bring him alms. The mat has become his identity. Yet, Jesus asked the man if he…

Have you ever started your day with a seemingly never ending list of tasks/ chores that needed to be done, but before you know it… half the day is gone and you have not accomplished anything you had planned to do? Do you seem to have more bad days than good? Thankfully you have the power  To Make The Best of Your Day EVERYDAY!. Even when things are not going your way. Here’s how: Get Proper Sleep Whether you’re sleeping too little or too much, your mood suffers. Get on a better sleep schedule by learning healthy sleep habits. A good night’s sleep sets…

My sister and I were having a conversation about me not dating. I turn everybody down. I don’t give my number out, don’t accept any and I pretty much stay indoors as best as I can. So she asked me why (as she does on a consistent basis) and each time I give her a different answer that sounds reasonable: I’m too busy, he’s not saved, he parties too much… and the list goes on. Truth is, I just didn’t know how to tell her that I had a word from God and dating just isn’t in his plans for…

Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask and you will receive, and your joy will be complete. —John 16:24 The universe has been created in such a way that when we ask, if we ask in confidence in the name of Jesus, it will be given to us.  Amazing, right? God knows what we need even before we ask for it.  Oftentimes though we are confused and we don’t know what we really want.  We straggle from the path that leads to our destiny because we get pulled by distractions.  We sometimes take the road…

You can never please everybody.  No matter how hard you may try.  It will only drive you crazy. No matter how hard you work, for some people, your effort will never be enough. No matter how much you try to force it, some things are not meant to be. No matter how tightly you hold on to something or someone, not everyone and everything is meant to last or stay. No matter how genuine and sincere the friendship you offer, and no matter how loyal you are, some people will still betray you, and there will still be those who will hate…

It’s Friday Night. The kids are home. Sometimes it’s refreshing just to spend a nice quiet night at home with the family instead of heading outdoors for some family fun. I must say, It’s a lot cheaper also. Ok I’ll admit this list may be a little biased because some of these are my personal favorites. Here’s 20 Family Movies You Can Never Go Wrong With: Mrs. Doubtfire (1993) After a bitter divorce, an actor disguises himself as a female housekeeper to spend time with his children held in custody by his former wife. Director: Chris Columbus Stars: Robin Williams, Sally Field, Pierce Brosnan Home…

Do not be deceived: “Evil company corrupts good habits.”- 1 Corinthians 15:33 It is important to build lasting friendships.  Life is so much better when you know you have a support group who will catch you when life gets hard, and who will celebrate with you when you are on a high. Not all friendships though are meant to last a lifetime. This is hard to accept especially if you have grown and come a long way.  Having a friend means someone to share your life and memorable moments with.  It hurts when a friendship must end. Though it is painful,…

His timing is perfect and His presence is constant!

You will not get what you want unless you work for it. Your dream house will not build itself. Your dream job won’t wait for you.  Your dream of having a healthy relationship will not happen with the help of your fairy godmother.  Obviously because fairy godmothers only exist in fairytales. If you want something bad enough, you have to get out there and work for it.  Yes, good things happen to those who wait but waiting does not mean do nothing in the meantime. Work while you wait. Learn all the lessons you can gather while you are waiting for…

You’re dating someone and are unsure if the person you’re dating is afraid of committing to you. Granted, relationships should always start out as a beautiful friendship first. But, before you start hearing wedding bells ringing in your head and envisioning  yourself in that custom made wedding dress, make sure the person you’re investing so much of your time in is on the same page as you. Sometimes the red flags are there from the beginning, but we choose to ignore them.  Here are seven warning signs  he’s not willing to commit… They’re moving too fast We all know that as Christians, we…

The amazing thing about our God is that we don’t have to get a degree in Philosophy to understand Him.  We don’t have to prostrate ourselves and make sacrifices for Him to come into our lives.  He meets us where we are. What is more incredible is that He is the one seeking us, knocking on our doors, and waiting for us to welcome Him in.  In our sinfulness, we may choose to turn our backs from Him, run away from Him and hide, but His search for us is unceasing.  He will run after us until we are tired…

 Most people either hate or fear being alone.  This may be because society often associates isolation to loneliness or being unwanted.  So people endure being with someone or in a group rather than being seen alone. This notion can do more harm than good to an individual especially when choosing to be with the wrong set of people. Here are 5 reasons why sometimes you are better off alone: 1. You are better off alone because it makes you realize that you are enough.  You hold the key to your own happiness.  You do not seek approval or validation from…

Today I was feeling quite vulnerable, after going through my weekly fix  which is ESSENCE bridal bliss  post I love , love and love Wednesday’s just to read the newest couples love story, I am a true sucker for love and I congratulate all the couples who share their love stories . While I’m reading the segment I’m saying to myself, God where is my partner you created for me?? . Some may call it loneliness, but then again I know that loneliness is a lie from the devil, and a idle mind is a devils playground, and that’s when the…

  Hello Praying Woman readers, I want to say thank you guys for all of your encouragement and wisdom filled advice. Even though I have never written in to The Praying Woman before, I’ve learned a lot from some of the advice given to other readers. Now it’s my turn. My problem is my husband has been caught cheating twice, with the same woman. The first time I found out I forgave because of my Christian beliefs. We went to counseling and he swore to me he would never do it again. With a lot of prayer we were able…

No matter how positive you try to be, inevitable problems may arise. Your plans will not always go your way. Or for some women, hormones will get in the way of a rather promising day or week. You will feel lousy no matter how optimistic a person you are. Here are ways to counter that abysmal feeling and feel great any day. Think happy thoughts Peter Pan can fly with happy thoughts (plus fairy dust of course). Your mood will improve and you will feel lighter when you think of happy memories. It’s all in the mind. So, the…

There are plenty of ways to make money with skills and interests that you already have, you just need to know where to look. This guide is full of potential jobs that work around your schedule and let you earn extra dollars from pretty much anywhere! Based on your personality and strengths, find out what type of job best suits you. If you are organized and efficient Be an administrative assistant. Often business owners can save money by hiring independent contacts to perform tasks such as data entry, transcription and scheduling out of a home office. Go to virtualassistantjobs.com to find out more.…