Happy New Year beloveds, God saw fit that we awoke to new mercies in 2015. 2014 was a dynamic year with many highs and many lows. I lived, I loved , I traveled , I won , I lost, I laughed, I cried, but most of all my faith in God remained the same. I brought 2015 in at watch night service with my mom, sister , and nephew. We praised God from whom all blessings flow, and received a powerful word about being better and being patient in 2015, because God’s timing is oh so perfect. During the end…
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Here are 6 Christian Values to Teach Your Teenagers: 1. Don’t look down on yourself I will give thanks to You, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made; Wonderful are Your works, And my soul knows it very well. – Psalm 139:14 There is no reason for you to compare yourself to others. Some people are going to be better than you at some things. Everyone has different gifts. That’s what makes everyone special and unique. Never feel less than anyone. Remember you are fearfully and wonderfully made. 2. Age is just a number Let no one look down on your youthfulness, but rather in speech, conduct, love, faith and purity, show yourself an…
Have you ever heard the phrase “Do you!”? Well that’s a perfect reminder to never apologize for being the person God created you to be and doing what is best for you . People will try to put you down or send you on a guilt trip for not being who they want you to be . Don’t fall victim to that, be authentically you and never apologize for being the woman of God that you are . Here’s 6 Things a Woman Of God Should Never Apologize For: Wanting some “Me” Time We all need our personal space. Some people need more than others and some…
Is it an open door from God or are you trying to kick the door open?
Learning to wait on God is one of the most valuable lessons you can learn.
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…
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…
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.
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.
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.
Rejection. Nobody wants to receive it. It stings. But no one is exempt. We all have experienced it more than once. Sometimes rejection hurts so much because it comes from the people we love. Sometimes the pain of rejection is so much that it causes us to stop trying and give up once and for all. Every no that we receive cuts and leaves an ugly scar in our hearts. No matter how we try to stay optimistic, rejection could be so powerful it will bring us rain even during a sunny day. Regardless of the happiness or positivity mantra we repeat every…
One day I was complaining to God about certain people. You know those people who don’t even know you personally, but somehow they feel they know enough about you to despise you. They do not have the right to judge you, but take it upon themselves to do so anyway. Then in the silence of my heart, I felt Jesus spoke to me, “Been there, child!” That’s right. I forgot that no less than the Son of God who came that we may have a full life received the meanest, cruelest treatment. He was stoned and not welcomed. Spitted on and not smiled at. Scourged,…
