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We believe Lamentations 3:22-23 that talks about Blog title, GOD'S GRACE & MERCY. Think about situations encountered-"the destroyer's" attempts to harm our body, soul and/or spirit regardless of how the condition (s) came about. The statement "Great is thy faithfulness" is to believe in God's daily grace and mercy includes His favor that also increases our unfailing belief. Not to overlook those experiencing unbelief. O My God! It's like an old saying, "If it's not one thing, it's another." Yet believe too that you are recipients of GOD'S GRACE & MERCY. Focusing on the grace, mercy and favor Daniel and his three friends received despite they were kidnapped from their home, Jerusalem, to live in Babylon. We will identify Daniel's strong belief in God, share ways to mirror his faithfulness as a way of life; his 3 friends faithfulness; and to ultimately reveal GOD'S GRACE & MERCY to increase yours' and my faithfulness. A must read!
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.
Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog titled RENEWAL AND NEW BEGINNINGS. Not only was Judah warned by Isaiah, the prophet about their pending judgement of captivity since they failed to follow God and worshipped false gods. Judah was also given the "Good News" of Renewal and New Beginnings through the prophecy of Christ-the Messiah-the Savior-the King through-the bloodline of David. Then personal promises for every believer when we fall away from Christ, experience some real life issues-crisis, then Renewals and New Beginnings for us. Yet Isaiah 43:19 "Behold, I will do a new thing;" Question: What is that "New thing" you want God to do in your life? "Now it shall spring forth; shall ye not know it? I will even make a way in the wilderness, and rivers in the desert." This verse reflects the hope and renewal that spring brings, as well as God's power to bring about new beginnings in the lives of His people; as well as seasonal change, God's faithfulness and more. A Must Read!
Welcome to Monday Morning Inspirational Blog titled GOD'S DIVINE PURPOSE for you and me. Have you ever pondered or tried to define your life purpose? Many have been perplexed or struggle to reckon-understand "Why I am here? My reason for existence? Those aware of their life purpose at tender ages quite often find themselves "Walking in the "foot-steps" of mother and/or father. Generations of police officers, teachers, doctors, nurses, lawyers and/or CEO of the family business. Blog titled GOD'S DIVINE PURPOSE for your life and mine. Focusing on passion, gifts, talents, the pursuit of happiness, success and the truths about GOD'S DIVINE PURPOSE.
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."
Many times it's not good to tell everything that we know to protect the innocent, prevent info from being misused, the timing is not right for disclosure or who needs to know? Therefore welcome to this Monday Blog, titled JEHOVAH'S SECRET WATCH CARE OVER YOU AND ME. This blog focuses on the BOOK of ESTHER, to include she was an orphan, her life and favor under the Persian rule, Cousin Mordecai, the covenant agreement, JEHOVAH'S SECRET WATCH CARE, JEHOVAH'S blessings, promises and more for you and me.
This Monday Inspirational Blog was shared a year ago believing still suitable for this season, titled "SURFING THROUGH THE BLUES." When thinking about "SURFING" I'm sure like me the ocean becomes your initial thought. Life is like the ocean filled with waves of ups to downs, THE BLUES. Therefore this blog is presented as a metaphor that includes constructive waves, the potential hazards of destructive waves or tides while SURFING; maneuvers and strategies of SURFING and most importantly the Superiority of Christ while SURFING THROUGH THE BLUES of life. A Must Read!
Have you ever felt HOPELESS or wanted to give up? Well we are here to tell you there is HOPE FOR THE HOPELESS! This blog shares what drives and how to counteract HOPELESSNESS; acknowledges those facing greater life challenges; to count our blessing; and I share my moment of doubt and how God rescued me. This Inspiration Blog is taken from Nehemiah 1:1 through Chapter 2 which reveals Nehemiah's plight, the steps he took to get God's attention. How God heard, answered and Nehemiah's favor. All available for you and I today. A Must Read
