God is awesome. I am constantly seeing his goodness manifest in my life. This week I have been taking extra time in the morning to pray. I had such a terrific week! Coincidence? Not a chance. My God is real and He is amazing!
Tuesday morning I was praying and I felt the need to pray for my brother and sister in law, specifically for their health. We haven't spoken in a while so I was not aware of what was going on. When I was finished praying, I texted the bible verses to my brother in law. He wrote me back asking``How did you know?`` I had no idea what he meant so we texted back and forth. He informed me that he had been suffering from heart problems for the past few weeks and is currently off work. Tears immediately sprung to my eyes. I couldn't believe that God used me to intercede on his behalf. It warmed my heart to know that God allowed me to take an extra ten minutes out of my busy morning and pray for someone in need.
This was just one example of how God is using me to bless others. My prayer for 2013 is that HIS purpose for my life be fulfilled. I am submitting myself to HIS will.
For I am determined not to know anything except Jesus Christ and Him crucified.-1 Corinthians 2:2
I set my mind and keep it set on what is above (the higher things), not on the things that are on the earth.-Colossians 3:2
Be blessed!
Saturday, January 19, 2013
Thursday, March 15, 2012
God is still faithful!
It has been over a year since I last wrote something. How my life has changed. I said that I could not wait to share my testimony on how good God has been. Well, here it is...
One of my blogs I wrote was about trials. I had no idea that I was about to face the biggest trial of my adult life. My (ex)husband ended up leaving me. He gave no explanation other than he did not love me as much as he loved his work. Although I begged, pleaded and prayed for him to stay, he left anyway. I could not understand what I had done wrong. It was not only a blow to my confidence, it was a blow to my faith. How could God allow this to happen? What about my prayers? Why weren`t they answered.
To make matters worse, my mom had terminal cancer. Within a few short months, her condition deteriorated. But before her death, my mom really helped me see the silver lining. I desperately wanted children, as do most women my age. My (ex) husband, who already had three children, had had a vasectomy. In order for us to conceive a child, he would have to have a reversal and there was no guarantee that it would be successful. Not only that, it was expensive and we did not have the money. Our work schedules were complete opposite. I worked days, he worked nights and weekends. I spent most of my free time alone. When we were together, he was often distracted by the stresses of work. My mom helped me to see that at the end of the day, I had not been happy. I had wanted to be happy and tried very hard to make the best of it, but I was sad, lonely and disappointed. My mom helped me to see that at thirty-two years old, I had the chance to start over.
My mom passed away in October. My faith took another hit. How could God take my mom? I felt orphaned, as silly as that sounds. The one person I could ALWAYS count on was gone. What would I do now? I felt like a teenager, wanting desperately to rebel. I was angry, brokenhearted, and desperate for answers. I had trouble praying and didn`t feel like reading my bible. I listened to worship music in my car and that was even hard on some days. It took me a few months before I realized that I could not hold a grudge for the loss of my mom.
Looking back, I can see that God really did answer my prayers. I had prayed to be happy. I am now in a happy, healthy relationship. It took some time but I realized that my value doesn`t come from what others think of me, I know who I am in Christ. I know that although things don`t always go my way, God`s way is best. I am so grateful that He loves me. He knows everything about me and despite my faults, loves me still. Jeremiah 1:5 says "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations."
Thank you Lord!
One of my blogs I wrote was about trials. I had no idea that I was about to face the biggest trial of my adult life. My (ex)husband ended up leaving me. He gave no explanation other than he did not love me as much as he loved his work. Although I begged, pleaded and prayed for him to stay, he left anyway. I could not understand what I had done wrong. It was not only a blow to my confidence, it was a blow to my faith. How could God allow this to happen? What about my prayers? Why weren`t they answered.
To make matters worse, my mom had terminal cancer. Within a few short months, her condition deteriorated. But before her death, my mom really helped me see the silver lining. I desperately wanted children, as do most women my age. My (ex) husband, who already had three children, had had a vasectomy. In order for us to conceive a child, he would have to have a reversal and there was no guarantee that it would be successful. Not only that, it was expensive and we did not have the money. Our work schedules were complete opposite. I worked days, he worked nights and weekends. I spent most of my free time alone. When we were together, he was often distracted by the stresses of work. My mom helped me to see that at the end of the day, I had not been happy. I had wanted to be happy and tried very hard to make the best of it, but I was sad, lonely and disappointed. My mom helped me to see that at thirty-two years old, I had the chance to start over.
My mom passed away in October. My faith took another hit. How could God take my mom? I felt orphaned, as silly as that sounds. The one person I could ALWAYS count on was gone. What would I do now? I felt like a teenager, wanting desperately to rebel. I was angry, brokenhearted, and desperate for answers. I had trouble praying and didn`t feel like reading my bible. I listened to worship music in my car and that was even hard on some days. It took me a few months before I realized that I could not hold a grudge for the loss of my mom.
Looking back, I can see that God really did answer my prayers. I had prayed to be happy. I am now in a happy, healthy relationship. It took some time but I realized that my value doesn`t come from what others think of me, I know who I am in Christ. I know that although things don`t always go my way, God`s way is best. I am so grateful that He loves me. He knows everything about me and despite my faults, loves me still. Jeremiah 1:5 says "Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, And before you were born I consecrated you; I have appointed you a prophet to the nations."
Thank you Lord!
Friday, January 28, 2011
Always Faithful
Trials are necessary. They are never easy. They test our character, sometimes our faith, and can ultimately alter your destiny. As I go through the hardest trial of my life, I can say that I trust God completely. While my physical eyes see trouble and a mountain of problems ahead, my spirit says 'But God...'
On the verge of planning a family, my husband is suddenly faced with massive financial burdens. His world is shaken and he does not want me to experience any repercussions from his past so he thinks that there is no future for us. Is this ''luck'' as he would have me believe; luck that this transpired before children were added to the family? Or is it the enemy trying to destroy our marriage and any hope of a future. In the midst of this agony, I cling to Almighty God. I cling to his promises...Jeremiah 29:11 ''For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.''
I believe that God is getting ready to do something great in our lives. I have been obedient. I am faithful. I love God no matter what the future holds. This experience has made me realize that the only one that I can trust always is God. He will never leave you, nor forsake you. I keep trusting, even when things look impossible. I keep praying, especially when I don't feel like it. I keep praising and giving Him glory because he is an awesome God. He is the same God that delivered Moses from Egypt. Surely, he can help us overcome.
I cannot wait to post my testimony about how God brought us through. I believe and decree that it shall be done, in the mighty name of Jesus!
On the verge of planning a family, my husband is suddenly faced with massive financial burdens. His world is shaken and he does not want me to experience any repercussions from his past so he thinks that there is no future for us. Is this ''luck'' as he would have me believe; luck that this transpired before children were added to the family? Or is it the enemy trying to destroy our marriage and any hope of a future. In the midst of this agony, I cling to Almighty God. I cling to his promises...Jeremiah 29:11 ''For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.''
I believe that God is getting ready to do something great in our lives. I have been obedient. I am faithful. I love God no matter what the future holds. This experience has made me realize that the only one that I can trust always is God. He will never leave you, nor forsake you. I keep trusting, even when things look impossible. I keep praying, especially when I don't feel like it. I keep praising and giving Him glory because he is an awesome God. He is the same God that delivered Moses from Egypt. Surely, he can help us overcome.
I cannot wait to post my testimony about how God brought us through. I believe and decree that it shall be done, in the mighty name of Jesus!
Friday, December 31, 2010
No resolutions...I am decreeing my destiny
Like many other people, every New Year`s Eve, I make a resolution. The first week of January I am determined. By the third week of January, I have already made many excuses of why my resolution was not realistic. By June, I am filled with guilt for not being consistent and for giving up. Finally on New Year`s Eve, I am angry that I gave up on something that I truly wanted to achieve. Not anymore. I decree that I am going to be all that I can be. I am going to give God my very best. I am a person of integrity. Each initiative and task that I embark on will be done with excellence. I will not be distracted by the world around me, the world that is trying to conform me. Almighty God is transforming me into the person I am divinely destined to be.
On the eve of a new decade, I am looking forward to what lies ahead. When I look at the road behind me, I marvel at how amazing God is. The word grateful just doesn`t seem like it is enough to describe the feeling of being so content that I am not where I used to be. I truly am a new creation in Him. 2 Cor 5:17 -Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new. I am a woman after God`s heart. Each morning I wake up and my thoughts turn to Him. Psalm 63:1 — O GOD, You are my God, earnestly will I seek You; my inner self thirsts for You, my flesh longs and is faint for You, in a dry and weary land where no water is.
I know that He will be with me every step of the way, no matter what trials and tribulations may come and that they are necessary in order for Him to be glorified. 2 Corinthians 12: 9 But He said to me, My grace (My favor and loving-kindness and mercy) is enough for you [sufficient against any danger and enables you to bear the trouble manfully]; for My strength and power are made perfect (fulfilled and completed) and show themselves most effective in [your] weakness. Therefore, I will all the more gladly glory in my weaknesses and infirmities, that the strength and power of Christ (the Messiah) may rest (yes, may [b]pitch a tent over and dwell) upon me!
Luke 1:28-38
I am blessed in the city and fields;
Going in and coming out;
I am blessed by the fruit of my womb;
My Children are blessed and are a divine treasure to me and the earth!
Going in and coming out;
I am blessed by the fruit of my womb;
My Children are blessed and are a divine treasure to me and the earth!
I decree that I shall be a delight to God and will produce and multiply in everything God has in store for me!
I decree that I am in my right mind and sound in judgment
I will never be ashamed of who I am and what I am in God!
I will never be ashamed of who I am and what I am in God!
I decree what the Word says of me; that I am a peculiar person and the apple of the eye of God!
I decree I can do all things through Christ that strengthens me!
I break the bondages of the kingdom of darkness concerning my life, my family and those who are connected to me!
Witchcraft, sorcery, masonry, diverse diabolical intrusions, generational curses, sicknesses, diseases or plagues shall not rule over me and shall not come nigh my dwelling!
We decree that poverty, brokenness, neither depression nor anxiety is not a part of my divine nature in God and is now under my feet!
My lifestyle, character, demonstrations and manifestations, will be a reflection of the Kingdom of our God!
No weapon formed against me shall be able to prosper and every tongue that rises against me shall be condemned!
Let Your Kingdom come and will be done….
My business, family, relationships, property, real-estate, investments, children, ministry, anointing, favour shall BREAK FORTH and INCREASE in and through my life!
Be it unto me according to thy will!
Saturday, October 23, 2010
Be a Blessing
We often take life for granted. Tomorrow is not guaranteed. One author explained our existence on earth as "simply a mist and then we are gone". I don't know about you, but I want my life to be remembered as more than just a mist. I want to make an impact on people's lives. I guess that is why I became a teacher. Each day I have the opportunity to be a blessing to someone.
When you see a sunset or a sunrise, what do you think of? It makes me thankful that I am alive to witness such a beautiful thing. It makes me realize that I may not see tomorrow's sunset. Recent events in my family have made me more aware of time. My mom and my sister-in-law are battling cancer. This is a very difficult time for our family. It is too easy for me to get emotional and depressed. What good would that do me? What good would it be for others around me? I have learned to lean on God and let Him have His way. His will is going to be done, not matter what so I choose to find peace in Him. At times when I am having a bad day and feel overwhelmed, I do cry. But I call on Him and I am comforted. I want to encourage anyone who does not know God. Just try Him and you will not be disappointed.
Deuteronomy 31:6 (NKJV)
Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.
Isn't this a beautiful promise? He will NEVER leave us or forsake us. The road of life is not perfect but is it supposed to be? It is in these difficult times that we grow. Instead of feeling down, try facing each day with a positive attitude. I pray this prayer "Jesus, you are Lord over my life and I praise you. You are worthy to be praised. There is no one like you. In every circumstance, you are still awesome. Lord I trust you. I know that you love me and that you have a perfect plan for my life. I submit my life to you. Allow me to be a blessing to others. In Jesus name, amen."
God is definitely working in my life. A few years ago, I was a very selfish person, not in Church, and hurting others rather than blessing them. I thank Him that he heard my cry and completely changed my life. Recently, He has been stirring up something in my spirit. I have this incredible desire to help people and I am working on some ideas...
Be blessed!
When you see a sunset or a sunrise, what do you think of? It makes me thankful that I am alive to witness such a beautiful thing. It makes me realize that I may not see tomorrow's sunset. Recent events in my family have made me more aware of time. My mom and my sister-in-law are battling cancer. This is a very difficult time for our family. It is too easy for me to get emotional and depressed. What good would that do me? What good would it be for others around me? I have learned to lean on God and let Him have His way. His will is going to be done, not matter what so I choose to find peace in Him. At times when I am having a bad day and feel overwhelmed, I do cry. But I call on Him and I am comforted. I want to encourage anyone who does not know God. Just try Him and you will not be disappointed.
Deuteronomy 31:6 (NKJV)
Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you.
Isn't this a beautiful promise? He will NEVER leave us or forsake us. The road of life is not perfect but is it supposed to be? It is in these difficult times that we grow. Instead of feeling down, try facing each day with a positive attitude. I pray this prayer "Jesus, you are Lord over my life and I praise you. You are worthy to be praised. There is no one like you. In every circumstance, you are still awesome. Lord I trust you. I know that you love me and that you have a perfect plan for my life. I submit my life to you. Allow me to be a blessing to others. In Jesus name, amen."
God is definitely working in my life. A few years ago, I was a very selfish person, not in Church, and hurting others rather than blessing them. I thank Him that he heard my cry and completely changed my life. Recently, He has been stirring up something in my spirit. I have this incredible desire to help people and I am working on some ideas...
Be blessed!
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