Yesterday I started the book “Killing Jesus” by Bill O’Reilly & Martin Dugard. Reading this book has me noticing a trend- friends kill friends. The book is detailing the shocking events that lead up to the crucifixion of Jesus. It also goes into detail on other legendary figures of this time period, including Julius Caesar. I love history books because people are people, and although times are much different now, people tend to remain the same. Desires, actions, and motives repeat themselves throughout history. Let me tell you about the trend I’m noticing… In case you’re not familiar with the deaths of Caesar and Jesus, they were both plotted against…
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I’m Back From a 21 Day Break
It feels good to be back from my 21 day break, though I must admit that the break felt good. We don’t realize how weighed down we are until we let some things go and clear our space. For the past 21 days I have let go of the ‘world’ in a sense, only participating in what’s necessary: work, school, church, parenting, etc. My phone time was limited and then I completely cut out Facebook. I feel good. I think we’d all be surprised at how much energy we give to things that truly don’t matter. Simply put: we waste a lot of time doing nothing. We can all benefit…
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Where have I been??? Let me explain…
Where have I been??? Let me explain.. I’m taking some time to slow down, and even stop doing some things. I want to start the New Year doing exactly what I’m supposed to be doing. I want to be in align with my source- God. I’m starting to learn that the more I slow down and let Him lead me the more effective I am. This year I want to be effective in everything I do- including writing for my site. I want to ensure that I’m in tune with my Creator and my purpose. I want to write what I’m supposed to write, not what will give me the…
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Are you speaking negative? Speak Words of Life Over Your Life.
The words we speak play such a huge role in our lives. We must speak words of life over our lives. I’m currently reading “I Declare” by Joel Osteen and it addresses how our words affect our lives. He states that by the words we speak, we are actually prophesying our future. In other words, you are creating your future by the words you are speaking today. You are bringing either good things or bad things to you by what you say. “The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.” – Proverbs 18:21 Are you speaking life and goodness over…
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Are you stressing & worrying? Ask God For What You Need.
Do you ask God for what you need? Do you believe that He cares about your every need? Yesterday I was listening to a Joyce Meyer message and she discussed how she spoke with a lady who felt it was wrong to ask God for money. The lady was struggling to meet her quota at work and Joyce asked her if she had asked God for help. Joyce comforted the woman and let her know that it is absolutely okay to ask God to help her with her sales so that she could earn more money and ultimately keep her job. We should depend on God for everything. He is…
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What is your personality type? Learn it & manage it.
It’s amazing how even as Christians our personalities can be an obstacle. We pray to be Spirit-led, but our personalities oppose that. Understanding our personality type plays a huge role in walking like Christ. This morning I woke up thinking about how I’ve recently handled a situation. A particular book came to mind that a church sister gave to me. It’s titled: “The Spirit-Controlled Woman” by Beverly LaHaye. An AMAZING read! It focuses on the different personality types and how they contribute to or undermine us being Spirit-led. I grabbed it off my book shelf and spent some time reading it this morning. My personality type is a choleric. I love…
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SOUL TIES: Are you still tied to your past? “The Ties That Bind” is a Must-Read.
I just finished “The Ties That Bind” by Brian Holmes today and it was a very necessary read for me. It focuses on soul ties and honestly it was not a very easy read! Some books are easygoing and fun, while others go a little deep. This book definitely goes deep- pulling things to the surface, forcing you to face them. The book focuses on soul ties and how significantly they affect our lives. According to the book: “Soul ties are formed through relationships, connections, and covenants we make throughout the course of life. These ‘connections’ tie us to people, places, churches, and other entities, and they can dramatically affect…
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Life Changes: Expect it. Don’t Let it Break You.
Sometimes we all hear things that hurt us. Things we thought we’d never, ever hear. Let me share something with you: Life changes. Expect it. Life changes, people change, hearts change, and the words they speak change. Don’t be surprised when the way they treat you changes, it’s a part of life. Everything changes. Interests change, motives change, expectations change. Just because they used to do that, don’t always expect it. Expectations change. Situations, priorities, responsibilities change. Just because you were a top priority before does not mean you will always be. Priorities change. Thoughts change, cares change, love changes, life changes. Just because they cared before does not mean…
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Dealing with the issues of the heart: Do you have an unhealthy heart?
At some point or another we’ve all had an unhealthy heart. Whether it was unforgiveness, anger, jealousy, or some other heart issue. Our life is a reflection of our heart, so it is very important that we deal with the root issues that may be affecting our hearts. Sometimes we don’t realize the long reach that they have. An unhealthy heart will prevent us from having healthy, strong relationships. It is imperative for us to deal with the issues of our heart. 7 symptoms of an unhealthy heart: Competing with others, not just living your life and doing what you feel is best for you. Being overly concerned with the…
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Happy Thanksgiving 2013: What are you thankful for?
Happy Thanksgiving all! I woke up this morning feeling rested, refreshed, at peace, and most of all THANKFUL. I pray that everyone has a very Happy Thanksgiving, and most of all I pray that our hearts are THANKFUL. Although we should always be THANKFUL and aware of our blessings, this is definitely the season to consider all of the things that we have to be THANKFUL for. So here I go! I am THANKFUL for: GOD, life, new opportunities, new days, abilities, family, love, friends, MARAYA, MARAYA, MARAYA. Lord, thank you so much for Maraya. The role she has played in my life is second to Jesus! I am THANKFUL…
