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Thinking back over our lifetime there are broken promises we have made but forgotten about or were reminded of by our children and/or grands. Broken promises due to distractions or self-will for self-gratification. Some distractions were unavoidable due to what was going on at that time. Some promises made with no intentions of keeping for whatever reasons. Therefore, welcome to Monday Inspirational Blog titled, THE PROMISE KEEPER, a sinless God. Blog shares demonstrations of His absolute power and authority. "If He said it, won't He do it (Numbers 23:19), healing for a broken heart, God promises, help for daily live, how to combat sin, invitation for the none believer and more. A must read!
COMMITMENT is a verbal and signed agreements, pledges or promises to do or fulfill something such as promises to our children; following the rules on the job; and making monthly payments until paid in full. Moreover all have made promises for self-improvement like cutting back on sweets, walking, and following through on previous commitments made. Most times we remember our promises whether they are personal or involve others. Imagining our COMMITMENTS are realistic and makes sense. Therefore in general we ought to plan to make good on verbal and written promises. Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog titled, WHOLE HEART COMMITMENT focusing on Palms 119, the step-by-step ways to commit your heart to God. Please share your thoughts, a must read & Blessings!
As parents and caretakers our children and grands received good gifts, rewards, promises, discipline, consequences and praises to help mold positive character; to correct and hold them accountable for what they say-said and did-done. Many grew up in the church learning godliness. We reiterated what they learned at church and taught moral values at home. We followed the "Footsteps" of our moms, grandmothers, other relatives, neighbors and friends reiterated church attendance which included youth activities, Youth Days and more to increase excitement and the love for Christ and His church, despite our imperfections. Blog title, A CALL TO REPENTANCE focuses on a personal invitation, healing of the land, getting God's attention, accountability and My Reflection Activity. A must read.
Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog, titled JUDGMENT, BUT HOPE. Moving through the Old Testament Book of Joel, the prophet. Introduction Joel had already warned Judah, the other half of God's chosen people to turn from their wicked ways. The "Chosen ones,' the inhabitants of the land failed to obey God's warnings through Joel. Some of their thoughts may have been of "Disbelief, the mind of a juvenile, God just playing, He has threaten us before and/or nothing happened. " We can relate to their possible thoughts since we have been there as a child to adulthood. "Yeah momma or dad threaten to take away a toy, the car or some other form of discipline. Yet they failed to make good on it. Or rules on the job continues to be broken without reprimand and/or accountability. Maybe we took them for granted like Israel did God. This blog highlights Judah's sin, judgment for failure to repent; mourning, the call to Repentance, Revival and HOPE which are relevant for todays' believer!
Blog titled, GOD'S LOVE IS REAL focuses on Hosea known as a "Minor prophet." Not because his message is of no substance, because he continues speaking to us today. The All-Knowingly God knew before time Israel would "Turn their back" on Him. Yet because of His unfailing LOVE the LORD still led their escape out of Egypt. Think about the love of a parent. We still go the extra mile for our children too. The LORD warned Israel "Not to worship false idols." They sinned anyhow. We share GOD'S emotional pain, like us when hurt by those we love; the magnitude of God's love is demonstrated through the metaphor of a Marital contract; finally expression of GOD'S LOVE through His covenant (promise) for his people Israel; every believe and those to come to realize more and more that GOD'S LOVE IS REAL and inclusive.
Can you identify your "NEW LIFE EXPERIENCE" in Christ?" For many we grew up in the church. There was no option. We walked to Sunday School me and siblings all the way down 21st Avenue to avoid the traffic on 22nd Avenue. Back then that Avenue was only two lanes. Walking to the church was fun. Then crossing 22nd Avenue and cutting through the Elementary School we reached the church. Realizing it or not the church had a great impact on your life and mine. We learned the importance of church attendance and raising our children in the church-Good vibes. Our moms or those who took us to church intent was for us to have a foundation in Christ. This blog recognizes and honors the death of Jesus on the cross, His burial that leads us to the Resurrected Christ to the resurrected believer's "NEW LIFE EXPERIENCE" in the LORD and its meaning.
Many times we like to say, "Not yet LORD." Well then, when is THE RIGHT TIME? Remembering when I was 19 years old, my mother and her best friend told me, "You're going to teach Sunday School" which is in one of my books. I'll let you know which one. Anyway my response was "No, I'm not ready for that." And their reply was "Come as you are." To me they got it twisted cause I needed to be more godly. Partying was my routine since loved to dance and for many our hang-out was Big Daddy's on 119th Street. Y'all remember that? Great time dancing all night until the clock on the wall says, "That's all." Anyway, at some point started hanging out on Fridays and during the week, instead of Saturdays. I say "Damage control" since I taught the children who could not read—from the picture card. This Blog focuses on as well as, tells of Jeremiah's response when the LORD called him as a prophet to the nation of Judah as well as their conversation; inspires confidence to trust God and more!
Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog Part 2 - IT AIN'T OVER, UNTIL IT'S OVER - WISDOM PLANTERS. IT AIN'T OVER, UNTIL IT'S OVER a well-known phase this is used during high school and optimist foot-ball games, as well as other situations that encourages hope and endurance until the end. For instance re-taking a test, then passing on the 2nd or 3rd try; learning something new; and/or engaged in church or community activity. In this situation to teach and model God's Word of Wisdom for daily living. In addition to, sharing life experiences of WISDOM that can help someone. Therefore you and I are WISDOM PLANTER. Highlights. (1) influenced by Proverbs known as "The Wisdom of God. (2) Yet is applicable for everyone. (3) "Practical application of God's Principles to Daily Life." A Must Read!
Introduction 1 Corinthians 13:11 "When I was a child, I spoke as a child, I understood as a child, I thought as a child: but when I became a man or woman, I put away childish things." In remembrance of our childhood life journey to fully grown was filled with mothers, fathers, grandparents, uncles, aunties, neighbors, teachers, old ladies from the church and/or others' input that shaped your life and mine. Then fully grown was not subjective to age like 18 or 19 if still lived in parent's house. So for most, the childhood life journey was filled with scolding, whippings, "Go to your room" and more. Then depending on the caregivers' parenting style exceptions to the general or normal way of how "Black folks" raised children. "Whether we got it (the message) or not as well as how those experiences from happy to sad have influenced our lives…matters. Yet declaring we have risen to Wisdom planters" welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog title, "IT AIN'T OVER, UNTIL ITS OVER."
Welcome to this Monday Morning Blog Inspirational Message "HOLINESS," The key word of Leviticus occurring 87 times. HOLINESS, a big deal that is commanded by God. This blog acknowledges Israel remains the redeemed (rescued) children of God-His chosen people regardless of what we see happening in the world. Their family blood-line includes King David's seed Jesus/Yeshua, the Savior of the world to come. This blog notes Israel's deliverance, explores their journey through the wilderness and mandates from God to a "New way of life." Then recognizing the best "New way of life" as a "Born again" believer of the New Testament teachings built on Jesus/Yeshua, the Rock of our salvation.
