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Monday, September 30, 2013
The Lesson Before the Joy
Joy is much greater than happiness. We can be happy one minute & sad the next. But when we experience God's joy, there's nothing anyone can say or do to take it away. Even if the feeling fades a little, it only takes 1 memory or the mention of the reason you have that joy to reignite that flame, that victory, that amazing feeling! Sometimes we wonder, though, why can't we just always have the "good?" It's really simple once we think about it: No rain, no beautiful flowers. No labor pains, no precious baby. No sickness, no appreciation for good health. We have to go through some things in order to understand how good God is and how good true joy and peace feel. Let's change our approach to not-so-pleasant situations by appreciating what's coming on the other side of the problem.
Saturday, September 28, 2013
Be Original
Good Morning Beautiful People! It's time to show our True Colors! We have to let our light shine and walk in our authority! I heard that there is no traffic if we stay in our own lane. That's not to say there won't be speed bumps, detours or curves, though.
So today we're going to color outside the lines and make bright & bold statements!
Change Your Mind, Change Your Life!!
So today we're going to color outside the lines and make bright & bold statements!
Change Your Mind, Change Your Life!!
Friday, September 27, 2013
Change is Life
Have you ever thought "there just aren't enough hours in the day?" Well, just like we can't make time stand still, wait for us, go backwards or speed up, we can't fight the fact that we must continue to change. It may not always be a huge or drastic change, but we have to make sure we aren't settling for less just because change may be uncomfortable at times.
Embrace it and things will go smoother. Make small changes, even in your daily routine; in the way you handle stress; in your relationships; maybe even in the way your furniture is arranged. We just have to keep going forward and stop fighting!
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Wednesday, September 25, 2013
I Got the Power!
Get in Touch with Your Spirit!! Take Control!! Understand the Power that you Possess!!
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Romans 3:23
- My dear children, I write this to you so that you will not sin. But if anybody does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ, the Righteous One. 1 John 2:1
- For all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Romans 3:23
- Ask Jesus for Forgiveness - He will not judge you or think poorly of you; He just wants you to come to Him.
- Repent - To repent means to turn away from that sin. We can't keep sinning and think it's ok; we have to really put it down
- Keep your Line of Communication Open - When we are struggling with sin, we have to pray and ask God to completely remove it. We have to be honest with Him and tell Him about our desires and temptations
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Friday, September 20, 2013
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
Change Your Focus
Where we are right now isn't nearly as important as where we're going. However, do still take note of the present. We have to enjoy the ride while understanding that this "ride" is taking us somewhere. Like a true roller coaster, we'll have ups, downs, dips, spins...we might even go backwards for a little while, but as long as we hold on and smile, it'll be worth it.
And the destination may be something like getting over a relationship, losing weight or quitting smoking; or it can be starting your own company or buying a house. What we have to remember is we are already Champions! I believe in us!
And the destination may be something like getting over a relationship, losing weight or quitting smoking; or it can be starting your own company or buying a house. What we have to remember is we are already Champions! I believe in us!
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Get in God's Presence
Just when we think we have our plans all figured out and together, God can show us something else. Let's get in the presence of God and include Him in our planning process instead of planning then praying that it all works out. We should even go as far as finding scriptures that line up with our plans and meditate on them. Trust His plan and we won't fail!
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Monday, September 16, 2013
Thinking About Changing Jobs?
I found these 6 simple questions online and I really think we should really consider the answers before changing careers. Be honest and write the answers so you can go back and look at them after a day or two of thinking and praying about your decision.
1. Am I taking a good job or just running away from a bad one?
2. Do I know what I’m getting myself into?
3. Will I be paid what I’m really worth?
4. What does the total compensation package look like?
5. Which company offers more room to grow and advance?
6. Am I letting fear drive my decision?
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Changing Seasons + Growing Children = o_O
Am I the only mom that gets a little overwhelmed when it comes time to change your kid's wardrobe from shorts to slacks...sundresses to sweaters...swimsuits to snowsuits? Well, I found some nice tips that can help us change the way we look at the task. Hope this helps!
Invest the time to go through each child’s existing wardrobe. If the idea of this task is stressful for you and your children, consider breaking it down into smaller, manageable parts. If you split the process up, spend 15-30 minutes per day going through a particular section—jeans one day and tops the next.
Avoid Guessing
Avoid guessing whether an item fits or not. If it’s been several months since your child has worn an article of clothing, take the time to physically get them to TRY EACH ITEM ON.
Working From Oldest to Youngest
If you have children of the same gender, consider WORKING THROUGH THEIR WARDROBES FROM OLDEST TO YOUNGEST. After you’ve completed the oldest child’s wardrobe review, add potential items to the younger child’s wardrobe for them to try on. Younger siblings can find themselves with a brand new (to them) wardrobe. Minimizing the requirements for any one child’s wardrobe can result in a significant savings in time and money.
Be Selective
Only keep items your child and you feel confident he or she will wear. If your child appears uncomfortable wearing a particular item, ask if he or she feels they will wear it or not. If the answer is a resounding no, or their body language relays the same message, seriously consider removing that item from his or her wardrobe.This will not only save you heartache, but save your well-earned money as well.
Sell or Donate
Sell or donate items of clothing that can’t be used by immediate family members, relatives or friends. You may wish to occasionally keep an item of clothing as a keepsake, but for the most part, clothing serves its purpose when it is being worn and used. It will make room for current clothing and reduce clutter and stress.
Stretching Your Kids Wardrobe This Season
Invest the TimeInvest the time to go through each child’s existing wardrobe. If the idea of this task is stressful for you and your children, consider breaking it down into smaller, manageable parts. If you split the process up, spend 15-30 minutes per day going through a particular section—jeans one day and tops the next.
Avoid Guessing
Avoid guessing whether an item fits or not. If it’s been several months since your child has worn an article of clothing, take the time to physically get them to TRY EACH ITEM ON.
Working From Oldest to Youngest
If you have children of the same gender, consider WORKING THROUGH THEIR WARDROBES FROM OLDEST TO YOUNGEST. After you’ve completed the oldest child’s wardrobe review, add potential items to the younger child’s wardrobe for them to try on. Younger siblings can find themselves with a brand new (to them) wardrobe. Minimizing the requirements for any one child’s wardrobe can result in a significant savings in time and money.
Be Selective
Only keep items your child and you feel confident he or she will wear. If your child appears uncomfortable wearing a particular item, ask if he or she feels they will wear it or not. If the answer is a resounding no, or their body language relays the same message, seriously consider removing that item from his or her wardrobe.This will not only save you heartache, but save your well-earned money as well.
Sell or Donate
Sell or donate items of clothing that can’t be used by immediate family members, relatives or friends. You may wish to occasionally keep an item of clothing as a keepsake, but for the most part, clothing serves its purpose when it is being worn and used. It will make room for current clothing and reduce clutter and stress.
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Saturday, September 14, 2013
...Dreams...Thank You
Thanks for sharing and dreaming with me this week!
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...Dreams...Learn As You Go
From Tyler Perry:
At 44, here are 44 things that I have learned and know to be true. Have a great day today my friends.
1. Yes, God is real.
2. Your gift can make room for you.
3. A baby can heal broken hearts.
4. A mother's love is stronger than distance, more powerful than time and can transcend the grave.
5. Take time to smell the roses but be careful of the bees.
6. God will really make your enemy your footstool.
7. A footstool is only needed when you need to get higher. Let your enemy lift you.
8. God will prepare a table before you in the presence of your enemies so let them watch you eat.
9. Be careful what you say, life and death truly are in your own words.
10. There will be rough nights but joy really does come in the morning.
11. Fear is a sprit that really can stop you from living.
12. God has not given us a spirit of fear.
13. The joy of The Lord really is strength.
14. Being alone doesn't necessarily mean that you're lonely.
15. True love can come more than once.
17. Life is short but heartache is shorter.
18. Don't share your dreams with everyone and don't be angry with non-dreamers.
19. It takes a while to build a dream.
20. The dream will outlive the dreamer so dream big.
21 If you lie to yourself you will lie to God too.
22. Live where you are so God can meet you at your needs.
23. Never wish to be somebody else.
24. The grass may be greener on the other side but the the water bill is higher.
25. Don't let people change who you are just be who you are with someone else.
26. Heartbreak can make you hard! But don't let it make you bitter.
27. Bitterness is as toxic as stage 4 cancer.
28. While the most dangerous person in the world is a person with nothing to lose, the most powerful person in the world is a person with nothing to prove.
29. Don't try to be seen, God may be hiding you on purpose.
30. Your beginning never dictates your destination.
31. The will to live is as strong as the will to love and be loved.
32. You really will reap what you sew.
33. You can learn something from everything and everybody, especially the elderly.
34. Childrens' laughter is like medicine to sadness.
35. Prayer really can change things.
36. If it had not been for The Lord on my side I don't know where I would be.
37. Who you are at 20 will not be who you are at 40 and if it is, SOMETHING IS WRONG!
38. You give away your power when you don't forgive.
39. Always aim for right and avoid doing wrong at all costs.
40. Never argue with what is.
41. Teach but never try to change people because sometimes they change back.
42. Share wisdom with those who will receive it.
43. Be aware of the darkness but your focus should always be the light.
44. Nothing is impossible for God.
At 44, here are 44 things that I have learned and know to be true. Have a great day today my friends.
1. Yes, God is real.
2. Your gift can make room for you.
3. A baby can heal broken hearts.
4. A mother's love is stronger than distance, more powerful than time and can transcend the grave.
5. Take time to smell the roses but be careful of the bees.
6. God will really make your enemy your footstool.
7. A footstool is only needed when you need to get higher. Let your enemy lift you.
8. God will prepare a table before you in the presence of your enemies so let them watch you eat.
9. Be careful what you say, life and death truly are in your own words.
10. There will be rough nights but joy really does come in the morning.
11. Fear is a sprit that really can stop you from living.
12. God has not given us a spirit of fear.
13. The joy of The Lord really is strength.
14. Being alone doesn't necessarily mean that you're lonely.
15. True love can come more than once.
17. Life is short but heartache is shorter.
18. Don't share your dreams with everyone and don't be angry with non-dreamers.
19. It takes a while to build a dream.
20. The dream will outlive the dreamer so dream big.
21 If you lie to yourself you will lie to God too.
22. Live where you are so God can meet you at your needs.
23. Never wish to be somebody else.
24. The grass may be greener on the other side but the the water bill is higher.
25. Don't let people change who you are just be who you are with someone else.
26. Heartbreak can make you hard! But don't let it make you bitter.
27. Bitterness is as toxic as stage 4 cancer.
28. While the most dangerous person in the world is a person with nothing to lose, the most powerful person in the world is a person with nothing to prove.
29. Don't try to be seen, God may be hiding you on purpose.
30. Your beginning never dictates your destination.
31. The will to live is as strong as the will to love and be loved.
32. You really will reap what you sew.
33. You can learn something from everything and everybody, especially the elderly.
34. Childrens' laughter is like medicine to sadness.
35. Prayer really can change things.
36. If it had not been for The Lord on my side I don't know where I would be.
37. Who you are at 20 will not be who you are at 40 and if it is, SOMETHING IS WRONG!
38. You give away your power when you don't forgive.
39. Always aim for right and avoid doing wrong at all costs.
40. Never argue with what is.
41. Teach but never try to change people because sometimes they change back.
42. Share wisdom with those who will receive it.
43. Be aware of the darkness but your focus should always be the light.
44. Nothing is impossible for God.
Change Your Mind, Change Your Life!
Friday, September 13, 2013
Thursday, September 12, 2013
...Dreams...Only a Fool
Proverbs 13:18-20 New Living Translation (NLT)
18 If you ignore criticism, you will end in poverty and disgrace, if you accept correction, you will be honored. 19 It is pleasant to see dreams come true, but fools refuse to turn from evil to attain them. 20 Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble.
Let's face it: We don't know everything. As we are working towards making our dreams a reality, we must be careful to not be foolish and ignorant. When someone offers genuine help, advice and criticism, we should take the time to listen and really take note of what they're saying. No one really likes to hear what they're doing wrong, but according to the Bible, only a fool would ignore correction and criticism and continue doing things the wrong way. It's going to take us a lot longer if we keep making the same mistakes.
We should try to find someone who has done it before us, or has had a similar passion or dream and see what steps they took. No, everything isn't for everybody, but we may be able to avoid some of their missteps and build on the things they did well. As verse 20 says, "Walk with the wise and become wise; associate with fools and get in trouble."
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Wednesday, September 11, 2013
...Dreams...In the Meantime
Dreams are what keeps us motivated; they give us hope; they give us something to work towards. We may not be where we want to be yet, and that's okay. However, we can always change our outlook, minds and even appearance until we make our dreams come true!
Even though we feel like it's taking us too long to reach those goals, we have to keep moving. And in the meantime, we might have to, "fake it 'til we make it;" this picture really put a smile on my face:
Even though we feel like it's taking us too long to reach those goals, we have to keep moving. And in the meantime, we might have to, "fake it 'til we make it;" this picture really put a smile on my face:
:) LOL :)
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Tuesday, September 10, 2013
...Dreams...Define Yours
Don't let anyone define your dreams for you!
Figure them out for yourself
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Monday, September 9, 2013
...Dreams...Tree of Life
Proverbs 13:12 - Hope deferred makes the heart sick, but a dream fulfilled is a tree of life.
When we were younger, we had all kinds of dreams; dreams to be an astronaut, a doctor, an actor, a model, a pirate, a superhero...you know, dreams. Most of us weren't sure how to work towards those dreams, we probably figured that they would just happen. Well now that we're adults, we should still have dreams. Probably not the same ones, but dreams nonetheless. The biggest difference is that now we know and understand that making those dreams a reality doesn't just happen. We have to work towards those things that we desire.
Yes, we may fail the first time; we might even fail the fifteenth time, but we can't count it as a failure if we keep pressing towards the goal. As the scripture says, hope deferred does make our hearts sick. When we put our all into a thing and it doesn't work out, we may become sad or discouraged, but that only means we're passionate about it and that we really want to succeed in that area. So what do we do? We live the dream. We talk as if it's already being fulfilled; we walk like we've made it there; we speak life into it; we breathe the dream. We give God the glory, for He is the tree of life and He will help us make our dreams a reality!
When we were younger, we had all kinds of dreams; dreams to be an astronaut, a doctor, an actor, a model, a pirate, a superhero...you know, dreams. Most of us weren't sure how to work towards those dreams, we probably figured that they would just happen. Well now that we're adults, we should still have dreams. Probably not the same ones, but dreams nonetheless. The biggest difference is that now we know and understand that making those dreams a reality doesn't just happen. We have to work towards those things that we desire.
Yes, we may fail the first time; we might even fail the fifteenth time, but we can't count it as a failure if we keep pressing towards the goal. As the scripture says, hope deferred does make our hearts sick. When we put our all into a thing and it doesn't work out, we may become sad or discouraged, but that only means we're passionate about it and that we really want to succeed in that area. So what do we do? We live the dream. We talk as if it's already being fulfilled; we walk like we've made it there; we speak life into it; we breathe the dream. We give God the glory, for He is the tree of life and He will help us make our dreams a reality!
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Friday, September 6, 2013
...Relationships...Thank You
Thanks for all of the support and comments this week on the "...Relationship..." posts; I'm glad you all enjoyed that topic and I pray that something will change in your relationships.
Always Remember:
Have a Great Weekend!
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...Relationships...Sometimes You Gotta Lose
Matthew 10:30 (NLT) "If you cling to your life you will lose it, but if you give up your life for me you will find it."
Nobody wants to lose; especially when it comes to losing a person we had a relationship with. But when our hands are wrapped so tightly around people, how can God give us more or something better? We cling to the convenience of that person, we take more than we should from them and we hold onto their toxic behavior, all while making excuses for why we put up them and their issues. Sometimes we have to lose or give relationships up voluntarily so we can get the true reward. We have to get the losses out of the way so we can change the way we approach relationships. What may feel like or look like a loss is actually just the time of preparation. It's helping us to become stronger and more aware of what we really want and deserve.
Clinging to the "bad" relationships will, indeed, cause you to lose. What are you willing to lose for the sake of making someone else look or feel good about themselves? Your self-esteem? Dignity? Family? Job? Sleep? Sanity? YOURSELF...? It's not worth it. Let it go, so you can receive what it is that God's really trying to give you.
Nobody wants to lose; especially when it comes to losing a person we had a relationship with. But when our hands are wrapped so tightly around people, how can God give us more or something better? We cling to the convenience of that person, we take more than we should from them and we hold onto their toxic behavior, all while making excuses for why we put up them and their issues. Sometimes we have to lose or give relationships up voluntarily so we can get the true reward. We have to get the losses out of the way so we can change the way we approach relationships. What may feel like or look like a loss is actually just the time of preparation. It's helping us to become stronger and more aware of what we really want and deserve.
Clinging to the "bad" relationships will, indeed, cause you to lose. What are you willing to lose for the sake of making someone else look or feel good about themselves? Your self-esteem? Dignity? Family? Job? Sleep? Sanity? YOURSELF...? It's not worth it. Let it go, so you can receive what it is that God's really trying to give you.
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Thursday, September 5, 2013
...Relationships...Is this Love?
When we tell people we love them, do we really mean it? Or are we saying it out of obligation, or because it's a nice thing to say, or because we feel like we do, but might not truly understand what loving someone truly entails. When I was younger I used to get so excited when a boy told me he loved me. Why? Because I knew that Love is the greatest gift in the world; however, I didn't understand that just because they said it, didn't necessarily mean they knew how to show or walk in it.
There are certain things we must understand about Love and those things are spelled out in 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 "Love
is patient and kind. Love is not jealous or boastful or proud or rude.
Love does not demand its own way. Love is not irritable, and it keeps no
record of when it has been wronged. It is never glad about injustice
but rejoices whenever the truth wins out. Love never gives up, never
loses faith, is always hopeful, and endures through every circumstance."
Let's practice Love in all of our relationships. Let's change the way we talk to our children, friends, families and significant others and start to speak and walk in true Love in those relationships.
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Tuesday, September 3, 2013
...Relationships...Are You Connected?
Relationship
noun: relationship; plural noun: relationships
1.
the way in which two or more concepts, objects, or people are connected, or the state of being connected.
Who are we connected to? When we hear the word relationship, we often think of romantic relationships. However, when we're connected to another person, it's a relationship. Have you ever heard of the phrase, "birds of a feather flock together," or "guilty by association?" We should take time to evaluate our relationships and really consider changing our circles if the people we're surrounded by aren't who we would want to represent us and our values, morals and dreams. Let's work on strengthening our relationship with Christ so that our connection to Him is evident. Let's learn more about Him; let's get excited and "giddy" when we think about His love; let's talk to Him more.
Sounds like God to me! :)
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...Relationships...Nothing Heavy
This isn't anything heavy; it's not rocket science.
Let's just consider changing the way we treat and think about our loved ones...
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Monday, September 2, 2013
Get Organized!
It's a well-known fact that the more organized your life and surroundings are, the easier it becomes to function and change old habits into better ones. Your way of organizing might not be mine, but here's a link that may help those of us who like or need to write things out to keep them in order:
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I'll Show You Mine if You Show Me Yours
When was the last time you showed somebody the real you? I mean the one you go to bed with and wake up with. The one who might not have the prettiest past and the one who might have a couple scars. We have to think about the person we're portraying on a daily basis. We may say, "I'm always me. I'm real..." and that's fine, but how much are you sharing?
I'm not suggesting that we walk around with a scarlet letter on declaring our sin(s), but what I'm saying is that we should be transparent enough that we can let others who may be in the same position that we use to be in that there is hope on the other side. We can change lives just by sharing ours. How can the stripper get off the pole and the hustler get off the corner if you don't tell them that you used to be there, too; but once you changed your mind, you changed your life. We have to tell them the whole story and not just the "look at me now" part. We can't wait for someone to talk about how they used to be and how they used to run the streets before we tell them what we did. We have to practice sharing and showing ourselves with people as much as possible because we don't know what they, or someone they know, are going through.
I'm not suggesting that we walk around with a scarlet letter on declaring our sin(s), but what I'm saying is that we should be transparent enough that we can let others who may be in the same position that we use to be in that there is hope on the other side. We can change lives just by sharing ours. How can the stripper get off the pole and the hustler get off the corner if you don't tell them that you used to be there, too; but once you changed your mind, you changed your life. We have to tell them the whole story and not just the "look at me now" part. We can't wait for someone to talk about how they used to be and how they used to run the streets before we tell them what we did. We have to practice sharing and showing ourselves with people as much as possible because we don't know what they, or someone they know, are going through.
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