Posted in Communciation, Empowerment, Purpose, Spirituality, tagged purpose, renewed life, renewing my mind, self motivation, spirituality, thoughts on December 26, 2012 | 1 Comment »
I remember some years ago when my mother (God rest her soul) was dying of colorectal cancer and the doctors had informed us that the cancer had spread throughout her body. It was then, that I was rendered mentally and intellectually deficient. Not only did I not know what to do but it seemed like for days, I existed inside a bubble, never really interacting with the outside world.
Although life existed all around me (people, places and things were going on about their daily living) I was at a standstill. My emotions were in turmoil, my thoughts jumbled, my heart was hurting and words escaped me. I myself -was being bullied on this journey called life. The intimidation, the torment, the oppression was too much for me to handle.
It was then that II Corinthians 12:9; “My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness” helped me tremendously.
Weaknesses are defined as;
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Not able to resist external forces or withstand attack
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Mentally and intellectually deficient
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Resulting in or indicating lack of judgment or discernment
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Chink in someone’s armor, weak point, limitation, fragility
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His Strength is defined as;
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Power to resist force
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Power of resisting attack
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One regarded as embodying or affording force or firmness
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The quality or state of being strong
Gradually His (God’s) peace diminished my anxiety; His words became my hope and the Holy Spirit my Comforter.
Isn’t it funny how the bullies of life in which we hope to avoid, have a way of traveling right down our lane? They work themselves into our daily living so much so that we have no choice but to deal with them head on. Till this day, I have learned that there is no way around them and they won’t just go away. Yes, you have to deal with the bullies of life that come to steal, to kill and to destroy and deal with them you must- Today.
In doing so my friend, keep this one thing in mind – bullies are oh so unkind. But this one thing I know and have the scars of life to show! With Jehovah-Sabaoth, the Lord of Host as your source, no bully in hell or otherwise, can stop your flow!
Blessings to you in all your endeavors as you press through to becoming, the vessel of purpose you were always meant to be. Live on Purpose in 2013! #LEAP
Works Cited
The Holy Bible, New King James Version. (1982). Thomas Nelson, Inc.
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During this season, we not only remember, the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ but also, we should reflect on His conception (The Christmas Story). Nine months earlier Mary as the story is told was visited by an Angel, who had come to announce the purpose of God for her life. “And, behold, thou shalt conceive in thy womb, and bring forth a son, and shalt call his name JESUS” Luke 1:31.
Mary did as most of us do today; she began to question the plan and purpose of God. Echoing for all of womankind she asked, “How shall this be?”
Having arrived with predestined comfort for Mary’s heart and for generations to come, the angel answered her and said, “The Holy Ghost shall come upon thee, and the power of the Highest shall overshadow thee:” Luke 1:34.
Mary after receiving peace in her heart accepted the assignment, stepped into purpose and the call to destiny. “And Mary said, behold the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word” Luke 1:38.
Points of Interest:
• Believe in the Impossible
Luke 1:37 “For with God nothing shall be impossible”.
• Accept God’s Purpose for your Life
Luke 1:38 “Be it unto me according to thy word”.
• Connect spiritually with those who are Anointed to Speak Truth and Light into your life
Luke 1:42-45 “And Elisabeth was filled with the Holy Ghost: And she spake out with a loud voice and said, Blessed art thou among women, and blessed is the fruit of thy womb. And whence is this to me, that the mother of my Lord should come to me? For, lo, as soon as the voice of thy salutation sounded in mine ears, the babe leaped in my womb for joy. And blessed is she that believed: for there shall be a performance of those things which were told her from the Lord.”
• Make Worship a Lifestyle
Luke 1: 46-47 “And Mary said, My soul doth magnify the Lord, And my spirit hath rejoiced in God my Savior.”
From our Family to yours this holiday season, we wish you a Merry Christmas, Happy Chanukah, Happy Kwanza…….
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