Jealousy and Envy are dangerous attributes to have. More often that not, when we run across people who possess these qualities we are often wondering why. Why don’t they like me? Why are they doing this? When we need not worry about why because the bible says,” For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but…
JOY
Have you ever woke up and just been happy? This year of 2013 I’ve been consumed with unspeakable JOY in my heart. Not because my life is so wonderful but simply because spiritually I’m in a good place. How did I get here you might ask? Well it’s actually quite simple, I began to see…
Strength
Difficulty is bound to come in this life. The key is how to have that strength to endure it. The older I get the less care free I am. There are things that way heavy on my mind such as money, bills, love, etc. The good news is that even though I have many challenges…
What are you giving up?
Lent began this past Wednesday and is also known as “Ash Wednesday”. I’ve decided to participate in lent this year because when I think about all the blessings that have been bestowed upon me, surely I can give up my wants in order to get closer to God by clearing out some of the unnecessary…
Why Wait?
It’s 2013 and at the beginning of a new year many people take the time to start anew by writing down new found goals or changes they would like to make in their lives. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing; however we must not wait for a new year or a new day to make…
Hurt Again
No More Pain Hurt occurs in one’s life multiple times over a life span.It is how we deal with hurt that matters most when issues of the heart come into play. I believe when dealing with matters of the heart and getting past hurt we must first remember that: Proverbs 18:21(KJV) Death and life are in the power of…
Emotions
Emotions, Emotions, Emotions! How can they be controlled!?!? What to do?!?!?! How to stay strong and not be offended?!?! Remember Life Isn’t Fair! Can you imagine if every day of our lives went perfectly and as we assumed they should go? I don’t know about you but that sounds pretty boring. Even though trials and…
Don’t be weary
Have you ever felt unappreciated? Weary? Hated on? Judged? Well I have a word for you 🙂 The bible says 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. ~Jeremiah 29:11~ Don’t those words just…
Understanding
Many times in life we ask questions like why me or why am I going through this? We are not necessarily trying to question God but what we are really often times seeking is understanding. Remember God has a divine purpose and plan for us all. Rather than asking why me or why am I…
Anxiety
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, worried, stressed, or fearful? As we tend to get older the strains of life get larger and harder to deal with. Stress is often a big factor in having anxiety or worries. I am writing this to let you know that trouble doesn’t last always. Throw your cares and worries…