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Mar 4 2011

Day 8 – What’s Next

What’s next? Truthfully, I don’t know, but one thing is for certain my steps have been ordered. When I set out on this journey, I was letting go of a lot of things that had been holding me back. I vowed to be obedient to what God had for me to do, no matter how strange or difficult it seemed at the time. March 3, 2010 changed my life in more ways than one. I can’t believe it has been an entire year. Some counted me out, some probably even thought I would stay down, but still by the grace of God I am rising.

Throughout this entire journey, patience has been the key. Though a year seems like a long time, I have learned that being in the wrong state of mind can make it seem even longer. My mind has been renewed. Yesterday is gone, today at this very moment is what matters and I have learned to make the most of each moment that God allows for me. I have shared my struggles, my vision and my purpose. I can’t wait to share with you how it all comes together. The countdown has officially started!!!

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Jan 17 2011

Realizing the Dream

“But there is something that I must say to my people who stand on the warm threshold which leads into the palace of justice. In the process of gaining our rightful place we must not be guilty of wrongful deeds. Let us not seek to satisfy our thirst for freedom by drinking from the cup of bitterness and hatred.” ~Dr. Martin Luther King~ I Have A Dream

I could never re-write something as profound as the historical “I Have A Dream” speech delivered by Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. But I can say thank you. Dr. King carried a cross for all Americans to one day have the freedom that was rightfully theirs. In his death we realized the power of a dream. The challenge that we have to day is understanding that we are the dream. The dream lies within each one of us. We are to speak those things that aren’t as though they were.

The other day as I revisited the “I Have A Dream” speech, I began to cry. It was as if I could feel his strong and overwhelming desire for each one of us to realize our power and our rightful place. Who wouldn’t? He had seen the vision, he wrote the vision and he wanted to empower all of us with the understanding that we have a God given right to live the vision.

I live for that day when we begin to understand that with God’s Promises there is no competition. When we will be able to come together in ministry and “none will go lacking”. When we will have more ministries operating outside of the church instead of auxilaries within the church. I live for the day when the Body of Christ will truly understand what it means to be set apart, while transforming a nation.

We have paid attention for so long to the messenger but we missed the message and the power behind it. Words have the power to wound and heal, influence and change, use them. But use them wisely. This historical speech has the power to transform, the power to ignite and the power to change if we can all realize the dream that lies within each of us.

“Like anybody I would like to live a long life. Longevity has it’s place but I’m not concerned about that now, I just want to do God’s will….So I’m happy tonight. I’m not worried about anything. I’m not fearing any man. MY EYES HAVE SEEN THE GLORY OF THE COMING OF THE LORD.” – Dr. King

Jan 11 2011

Full Circle

Life has a way of teaching us lessons. The key is to learn them the first time and move on. Sometimes learning the lesson can be easier said than done, but going through the process shows us some of our greatest weaknesses and vunerabilities.

I never realized how much I feared failure, until I lost everything and was forced to try. It wasn’t that I couldn’t do what others had told me I couldn’t, but that I feared that even if I tried I would fail. So what did I do, I always threw in the towel before I had to look defeat in the face. I never realized how the opinions of others bothered and contolled me, until all my credentials, titles and name were on the line.

2010 taught me a lot. We speak about the pruning process that God takes us through, but when you don’t yield to instructions sometimes drastic measures have to be taken. He not only pruned me but he left me in a state to either bare new fruit or fall. Some of you wonder why I spend so much time writing, but when he pruned me he left me with only the gifts that he had given, that no man could ever take away. The title is now gone, no degree or credentials to fall back on and no family name to hide behind. It’s just me and God.

So where am I at now, back where he placed me over 5 years ago, left with a pen and paper in my hand pouring out my heart and soul. The Bible says, “out of the heart flow the issues of life”. Those things that once brought me so much shame now bear my testimony, the guilt that imprisoned me has now opened doors and I am free. Free to share, inspire, encourage, live and love, this is what coming full circle has done for me.

So on this perfect day(1/11/11), I celebrate not only my birthday but the birthing of purpose. I have always been a dreamer, but I have now realized the true power that lies within. I’m tapping into mine and I hope to encourage you to tap into yours. The change I have so longed to see is starting with me. Full circle, getting back to where I was always meant to be.

Jan 6 2011

How He speaks to me

In the midst of the silence, I heard your voice.
You whispered in my ear and it ministered to my soul.
You let me know I was never alone and you are here because I can’t do it on my own.
In the midst of the silence you healed the pain. You cleared my eyes to see through the rain.

Whisper Lord I hear you clear,
Whisper Lord as I draw near,
I just need a word.
I can hear it in a whisper because you are my Lord.

For the whisper has become words and those words are now a song.

It’s the song that you’ve given me when I don’t know which way to go.
It’s the song I sing on the inside in the depths of my soul.
You’ve spoken to my heart and now life will never be the same.
All it took was a whisper and you calling me by name.

Whisper Lord I hear you clear,
Whisper Lord as I draw near,
I just need a word.
I can hear it in a whisper because you are my Lord.

For the whisper has become words and those words are now a song.

Lord I feel your presence and I’m walking in your will.
I believe what you have spoken while I was standing still.
Lord the whisper was all I needed.
You spoke a new life in me.
For in you I found life’s purpose
and I am walking into my destiny.

Whisper Lord I hear you clear,
Whisper Lord as I draw near,
I just need a word.
I can hear it in a whisper because you are my Lord.

Jan 2 2011

You Just Got Served

“Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus: Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God: But made himself of no reputation, and took upon him the form of a servant, and was made in the likeness of men:”

Christ took on the role of a servant and came down to this earth and became flesh, to take on the sins of this world. How do we esteem ourselves to be any higher than a servant, sent to fulfill a purpose on this earth? God gave his Son that “None should perish”. We are all here to be humble servants and spreading the gospel.

Some of us however, have become to busy with serving up the next mixed drink, serving the baddest attitude and no discretion of words uttered from our mouth, to even be busy and about doing our father’s business. I just want to hear him say “well done, my good and faithful servant”.

“Not every one that saith unto me, Lord, Lord, shall enter into the kingdom of heaven; but he that doeth the will of my Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 7:21 At the end of this ole journey, I have to be able to give an account to God and my salvation will not be based on how many times I typed “Jesus”, or “Thank you Lord”. But it should be about that cross, we all have a cross to carry and some sins that had to be nailed and blood to be shed for its redemptive power. For ALL have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God. Its time to get uncomfortable sitting in our mess. Carrying that cross is not easy but it should serve as a reminder that none of us are deserving of the measure of grace and mercy that has been afforded to us because of the price that was paid on calvary. We could never repay the price for His blood being shed, but I am submitting my body as a living sacrifice. “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” Philippians 3:14

Our press has got to go higher, we have to raise the standard~you’ve been served. May lose a few for this one but I have to speak the whole truth, whether it feels good or not.

Dec 31 2010

2011 Challenge…

So I came across a challenge for 2011, postaday2011 and postaweek2011, these challenges pertain to blogging. I am definitely up for the challenge and I truly believe that it will benefit me in mind, body and spirit. I started this blog initially because I was experiencing some difficulty in my life and in the process of gathering my thoughts and pulling out the strength that lies within, writing not only became an outlet, but also my moments of meditation, praise, exhortation and inspiration.

One scripture that I have truly been holding onto is Psalm 138:8, “The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.” I must write, I must share and I must push myself when the inspiration just won’t seem to come. So in 2011, a post per week is what you will get. I would do a post per day, but I truly put in a lot of meditation time when I write. This has truly been a journey experience, reading the word is one thing but meditating on it and applying it is another.

So as I continue to share, I hope you continue to be encouraged and leave a comment every now and then, they encourage me. 2011 is almost here and although I am not making a resolution, I am making a commitment that will sustain me a lot longer than any resolution I have ever made. So I challenge you, you may not enjoy blogging or writing, but reading and meditating on God’s word is the best challenge you can step up to in 2011.

Dec 11 2010

If My People…2010 Reflection

If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.

We have all heard this scripture at one time or another but what are we doing in our live to change “if”. I am a witness of what God will do. See this scripture tells us that he has given us power to influence change but it has to start with us. We must humble ourselves, understanding that God is our source and we can do nothing without him. Prayer is the key that unlocks the door. We must communicate with God for the direction in our lives. When we seek his face, my heart is fixed on those things above, I am seeking and reaching for excellence at all times. “If ye then be risen with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ sitteth on the right hand of God. Set your affection on things above, not on things on the earth.

Then we are to turn from our wicked ways, repent. When you begin to seek the Lord with your whole heart, you will find him. When you begin to understand his grace and mercy you are left with no other choice but to repent. He said I will draw nigh to them that draw nigh me.

So what are we truly waiting on? We have got to take our lives and ministry to the next level. We must go out into the highways and hedges and compel them. We all have a work to be done. No more putting those dreams on hold, use them to build the kingdom of God. The Bible says they will know we are Christians by our love, not a title. So stop waiting for that next appointment or position, start showing love and whatever your hand finds to do, do it. “The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.” Psalm 138:8

2011 is right around the corner, no more “if’s”. We are doers, no procrastinators, no dream holders, we are vision workers, we are writing the vision and making it plain, we are walking in obedience because it has always been better than sacrifice. We are walking by Faith and not by sight, tearing down strongholds, surrendering our will to God and walking in transparency so that they may see him and glorify our father in heaven. “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.” Matthew 5:16

Remember Jesus is the reason for the season. “What manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. Beloved, now are we the sons of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be: but we know that when he shall appear, we shall be like him; for we shall see him as he is.” 1 John 3:1-2

Happy Holidays, I’ll see you in 2011, God Bless

Dec 9 2010

Standing on His Word

“And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men;” Colossians 3:23
Sometimes I need a scripture to keep me motivated and encouraged, you know a word to stand on in spite of the circumstances. 2010 has been one of the most humbling, trivial and purposeful years. I went from making a decent salary a year, to less than half that salary in just a moment. I woke up and life changed drastically. With all the years of education, experience and knowledge that I possess, I found myself having to take a job that would barely be enough to pay my bills. But in spite of the job, I knew that if I was obedient to what God wanted me to do, he would bless the situation. Each day I’ve gone into work, I’ve pushed myself to work that much harder and his blessings have been evident.
“Ye have sown much, and bring in little; ye eat, but ye have not enough; ye drink, but ye are not filled with drink; ye cloth you; but there is none warm; and he that earneth wages earneth wages to put it into a bag with holes. Thus saith the Lord of hosts; Consider your ways.” Haggai 1:6-7
I was putting so much time and energy into my previous job. I enjoyed my job working with families and assisting parents with getting their children back. The problem was the money had become my master, I had forgotten my source and how he had provided me with the resource in the beginning. I was working but still living from paycheck to paycheck. The circumstances that I had to go through to bring me back before the throne of grace were drastic, but all things do work together for the good of them that believe. We are experiencing some of the roughest economic times of our day. Many are losing their jobs, homes and do not know which way to turn. I am so glad that I serve a God that will never leave me or forsake me.
“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures : he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me. Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord for ever.” Psalm 23:1-6

Jul 27 2010

Mother 2 Mother

Hold on mother, help is on the way. I’ve seen your tears, in my heart you stay. I’ve been there before, when all you were waiting for is a knock at the door. Someone to say hello, how are you? You see I believe in you and together let’s make those dreams come true.

Let’s raise our young girls to be virtuous and our young boys to be men. We can do it together, hand in hand. You see it has always taken a village, and now we must build our own. I know that we can do it, all it takes is courage. Mother 2 mother we can conquer it together, we must strengthen our foundation and love ourselves in order to love one another.
So I extend my hands, to assist with a meal, while I give you time to heal. I lend to you a shoulder to cry on, when daddy has left and gone on. I lend you my heart, because I know the pain when you and your children are apart. Mother 2 Mother we can win this race, because when I look in the mirror, I see your face.

We might start off slow, and pick up a few things on the way. Patience, love, guidance and nurture are things for which I pray. So when you need to talk or just hear me say you can, because Mother 2 Mother is where I stand.

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