Recently I experienced the beginnings of a "mini-meltdown" at work. Embarassingly, I admit that I wanted to have french fries to go with my meager meal. However, I had been restricting my diet and there wasn't an affordable place around where I work to get an inexpensive serving of good french fries. So, what do I do? I go to the vending machine to get some potato chips, thinking it's not exactly what I want, but it is a cheap alternative that could possibly satisfy my need. The dispenser in the machine wasn't working properly and the office manager does not have a key to the machine. Yet, someone else who went to the machine, while I was trying to solve my problem, apparently took my chips and whatever he/she purchased!
I was livid! And worse yet, I was ready to throw a pity party! Wanting to become angry and sad all at the same time, something in my spirit brought to my memory God's blessings.
I may have alot of goals and aspirations not yet fulfilled, but God has and is still bringing so much to my life, as recent as yesterday!
The situation made me realize that if I just had spent the money and honored my craving for the french fries, there wouldn't have been so much drama! I mean, I don't eat them everyday, I'm not on a fast, so why not?
I remembered what the Bible says in Psalm 84:11, "The Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless."
The big picture, "It's All Good!" Sometimes we only look at one side of restricting oneself. But, for those whose walk is pleasing to the Lord, there are no real reasons to restrict yourself: for diet or otherwise because all the good things are before us from God, through Jesus Christ!
Next time you're craving something you haven't had in a while, go on an indulge yourself!
Tuesday, May 17, 2011
Friday, May 13, 2011
It's All Good!
Recently I experienced the beginnings of a "mini-meltdown" at work. Embarassingly, I admit that I wanted to have french fries to go with my meager meal. However, I had been restricting my diet and there wasn't an affordable place around where I work to get an inexpensive serving of good french fries. So, what do I do? I go to the vending machine to get some potato chips, thinking it's not exactly what I want, but it is a cheap alternative that could possibly satisfy my need. The dispenser in the machine wasn't working properly and the office manager does not have a key to the machine. Yet, someone else who went to the machine, while I was trying to solve my problem, apparently took my chips and whatever he/she purchased!
I was livid! And worse yet, I was ready to throw a pity party! Wanting to become angry and sad all at the same time, something in my spirit brought to my memory God's blessings.
I may have alot of goals and aspirations not yet fulfilled, but God has and is still bringing so much to my life, as recent as yesterday!
The situation made me realize that if I just had spent the money and honored my craving for the french fries, there wouldn't have been so much drama! I mean, I don't eat them everyday, I'm not on a fast, so why not?
I remembered what the Bible says in Psalm 84:11, "The Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless."
Looking at the big picture, "It's All Good!" Sometimes we only look at one side of restricting oneself. But, for those whose walk is pleasing to the Lord, there are no real reasons to restrict yourself: for diet or otherwise because all the good things are before us from God, through Jesus Christ!
Next time you're craving something you haven't had in a while, go on an indulge yourself! IT'S ALL GOOD!
I was livid! And worse yet, I was ready to throw a pity party! Wanting to become angry and sad all at the same time, something in my spirit brought to my memory God's blessings.
I may have alot of goals and aspirations not yet fulfilled, but God has and is still bringing so much to my life, as recent as yesterday!
The situation made me realize that if I just had spent the money and honored my craving for the french fries, there wouldn't have been so much drama! I mean, I don't eat them everyday, I'm not on a fast, so why not?
I remembered what the Bible says in Psalm 84:11, "The Lord God is a sun and shield; the Lord bestows favor and honor; no good thing does He withhold from those whose walk is blameless."
Looking at the big picture, "It's All Good!" Sometimes we only look at one side of restricting oneself. But, for those whose walk is pleasing to the Lord, there are no real reasons to restrict yourself: for diet or otherwise because all the good things are before us from God, through Jesus Christ!
Next time you're craving something you haven't had in a while, go on an indulge yourself! IT'S ALL GOOD!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
God's Accomplices (Angels in Disguise)
As many today will celebrate Mother's Day with their families and extended families let us think about how these women (and even some men) were used by God to aid and abet in forming who you are today.
These angels in disguise unwittingly helped groom, mold, and shape you. They had the special assignment of pouring into you to help develop you and stimulate your growth. They provided materially and they fought spiritually for you.
Who were these angels? Only you know who they are, whether parent, relative, friend, or even stranger, know that God has a whole team assigned to your case to assist you in becoming what He wants you to be!
I thank God for my team of angels surrounding me, especially the chief angel in my life! Thank you Mom!
Blessings!
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These angels in disguise unwittingly helped groom, mold, and shape you. They had the special assignment of pouring into you to help develop you and stimulate your growth. They provided materially and they fought spiritually for you.
Who were these angels? Only you know who they are, whether parent, relative, friend, or even stranger, know that God has a whole team assigned to your case to assist you in becoming what He wants you to be!
I thank God for my team of angels surrounding me, especially the chief angel in my life! Thank you Mom!
Blessings!
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
External/Internal Hunger
In the effort to lose weight, diet and weight loss experts often tell people to ask themselves if they are really hungry or not.
And what is meant by that question is whether or not the individual is experiencing true physical hunger and in need of physical food.or is there something else that one hungers for.
It is admirable to have goals and dreams you aspire to achieve. But where does your hunger come from? Is it an internal hunger that comes from the will of God? Is it birthed from the gifts and talents instilled in you by the Creator? Is it the hunger from within that drives you to want to live your highest life and live a life pleasing to God?
Or do you find that you have a source of hunger that is outside of you, influenced by the world and what it wants you to want? Think about the source of your hunger and consider where it is leading you.
Jesus said, "What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?" Something to think about...
And what is meant by that question is whether or not the individual is experiencing true physical hunger and in need of physical food.or is there something else that one hungers for.
It is admirable to have goals and dreams you aspire to achieve. But where does your hunger come from? Is it an internal hunger that comes from the will of God? Is it birthed from the gifts and talents instilled in you by the Creator? Is it the hunger from within that drives you to want to live your highest life and live a life pleasing to God?
Or do you find that you have a source of hunger that is outside of you, influenced by the world and what it wants you to want? Think about the source of your hunger and consider where it is leading you.
Jesus said, "What does it profit a man to gain the whole world and lose his soul?" Something to think about...
Monday, April 11, 2011
Exercise for Body and Soul
The bible says in 1 Timothy 4:8, "For bodily exercise profits little, but godliness is profitable unto all things, holding promise for both the present life and the life to come."
I believe God meant for us to take care of both body and soul. In that verse, God is letting us kmow that we must not solely focus on the physical, but also be careful to take care of the spiritual. We need to train toward godliness. We must make an effort to develop our spiritual physique, perfecting it, strengthening it as well and even more so than our physical bodies. Without spiritual fitness, how will one stand against the enemy, Satan?
And even God wants us to take care of our physical bodies because they are the temple of the Holy Spirit for those who believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
So whatever your form of physical fitness; keep it going, but consider exercise for the soul! Confess your sins, and make Jesus Christ your personal Savior, reconnect to God thru prayer, reading and meditating on the Scriptures, or deciding to attend a church service next Sunday. Exercise is good for both body and soul!
Blessings!
I believe God meant for us to take care of both body and soul. In that verse, God is letting us kmow that we must not solely focus on the physical, but also be careful to take care of the spiritual. We need to train toward godliness. We must make an effort to develop our spiritual physique, perfecting it, strengthening it as well and even more so than our physical bodies. Without spiritual fitness, how will one stand against the enemy, Satan?
And even God wants us to take care of our physical bodies because they are the temple of the Holy Spirit for those who believe in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.
So whatever your form of physical fitness; keep it going, but consider exercise for the soul! Confess your sins, and make Jesus Christ your personal Savior, reconnect to God thru prayer, reading and meditating on the Scriptures, or deciding to attend a church service next Sunday. Exercise is good for both body and soul!
Blessings!
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
LET NOTHING MOVE YOU
In 1 Corinthians 15:58 (NIV), it says, "Therefore my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourself fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain."
For me, as I for many years now have devoted myself to the work of the Lord, it means to continue in the work I've been called to do. It means don't give up and don't be easily influenced by things or people who would distract me away from this work.
But what about you? Life is so busy and you do have many distractions and the world provides a plethora of influences for all of us to succumb to. Do you even know what you are doing and what you are laboring for?
If you know that what you labor for and what you stand for is God honoring and represents your highest self-then to God be the glory and LET NOTHING MOVE YOU!
But, if you examine yourself and your motives and find that your labor is not worthwhile or is not conforming you to the image of Christ, then you may very well have to make some moves for the better.
Something to think about...
Blessings!
For me, as I for many years now have devoted myself to the work of the Lord, it means to continue in the work I've been called to do. It means don't give up and don't be easily influenced by things or people who would distract me away from this work.
But what about you? Life is so busy and you do have many distractions and the world provides a plethora of influences for all of us to succumb to. Do you even know what you are doing and what you are laboring for?
If you know that what you labor for and what you stand for is God honoring and represents your highest self-then to God be the glory and LET NOTHING MOVE YOU!
But, if you examine yourself and your motives and find that your labor is not worthwhile or is not conforming you to the image of Christ, then you may very well have to make some moves for the better.
Something to think about...
Blessings!
Saturday, March 19, 2011
MIND YOUR BUSINESS!
Yes, I said it, MIND YOUR BUSINESS!
I found myself once again getting that feeling of being overwhelmed over the amount of tasks and duties that have to get done. All week I've been walking around with my big bag, which if you didn't know, I love my bags! But, I don't love my bags being so heavy! Why heavy? My bag has been filled with files, notes, unopened mail, mail that has to be mailed, mail that needs an answer, books and sermons, and Sunday School lessons. So much that I have to address.
Yet, I thought about how the night before, I vegetated in front of the television. I thought about other nights or Saturdays where I had 3 or more hours where I wasn't driving my daughter around somewhere, where I did nothing but watch television or laid in bed.
Now, don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with down time, we all need it. But I believe that in some of those hours where I did nothing, I missed the opportunity to mind my business!
So, what about you? Are you minding your business?
I think about the Proverbs 31 woman, who is the ultimate and ideal woman who held down her business: she took care of her children, took care of her man, took care of her home, was an entrepreneur! She was EVERY WOMAN!
But handling your business is not just about being a woman! Men and women should all be about minding their business so that they can teach their children to mind their business!
If you have time to sit on the couch, leave the tv alone, get on the laptop-pay some bills! Respond to some correspondence, make that needed phone call. Better yet, get off the couch, get your workout on, then clean out the clutter: in your closets, desk, in your mind!
Whatever it is that you need to do to further and advance you and your family-GET IT DONE!
Let's stop minding what the soap opera couples are doing! Let's forget about all the housewives and basketball wives! Let the guys play their games without you, because guess what? They make their money when we mind their business!
So you get yours, by MINDING YOUR BUSINESS!
Blessings!
I found myself once again getting that feeling of being overwhelmed over the amount of tasks and duties that have to get done. All week I've been walking around with my big bag, which if you didn't know, I love my bags! But, I don't love my bags being so heavy! Why heavy? My bag has been filled with files, notes, unopened mail, mail that has to be mailed, mail that needs an answer, books and sermons, and Sunday School lessons. So much that I have to address.
Yet, I thought about how the night before, I vegetated in front of the television. I thought about other nights or Saturdays where I had 3 or more hours where I wasn't driving my daughter around somewhere, where I did nothing but watch television or laid in bed.
Now, don't get me wrong, there is nothing wrong with down time, we all need it. But I believe that in some of those hours where I did nothing, I missed the opportunity to mind my business!
So, what about you? Are you minding your business?
I think about the Proverbs 31 woman, who is the ultimate and ideal woman who held down her business: she took care of her children, took care of her man, took care of her home, was an entrepreneur! She was EVERY WOMAN!
But handling your business is not just about being a woman! Men and women should all be about minding their business so that they can teach their children to mind their business!
If you have time to sit on the couch, leave the tv alone, get on the laptop-pay some bills! Respond to some correspondence, make that needed phone call. Better yet, get off the couch, get your workout on, then clean out the clutter: in your closets, desk, in your mind!
Whatever it is that you need to do to further and advance you and your family-GET IT DONE!
Let's stop minding what the soap opera couples are doing! Let's forget about all the housewives and basketball wives! Let the guys play their games without you, because guess what? They make their money when we mind their business!
So you get yours, by MINDING YOUR BUSINESS!
Blessings!
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