Monthly Archives: June 2014

Did you know, at some point all will be revealed, forcing our secrets up from the deep, and did you know, most of our problems may have stemmed from a reaction, some minor slip of the tongue, etc., causing our business to be exposed; a mistake that stripped us naked.

Did you know, the truth will be told and at times it will be told in a jest?  Guaranteeing, we will be judged on the errors of our ways, and it won’t be our peers doing the judging.  Did I tell you, “We will reap what we have sown,” coupled with, It is written?

It’s all about those lies that are still being told, and the graven images; it’s a shame to know that most don’t recognize them as idols, and don’t understand what they really mean.  Adultery is at an all-time high, plus we are stealing so much it shuts down mega corporations, leaving some without what is needed in the neighborhood.  All the while taking the Lord’s name in vain.

Take note, someone always sees or have heard something.  There’s plenty more, but I think you get my point?  For those who know the Lord and he knows them, they will have an advantage when fighting unseen forces, coupled with the things that are going on behind the scenes, including what is right in front of our faces.  Blinded for whatever reason.  It’s still bad?

Did you know, we have the only source that provides us with inside information concerning these worldly woes.  And his name is Jesus Christ, the Spirit that lives in our hearts and minds; offering us a heads up education on overcoming evil forces.  What a perk, but far more importantly, an early Warning.

Did you know, there is no secret involved when it’s about the love The Holy Spirit has for us.  Jesus Christ is in our hearts, and will steer us away from impending danger; if we hear and trust him, also He will avenge us.  Now that works for me.

But God has revealed them unto us by his Spirit: for the Spirit searches all things, yea, the deep things of God.”   1st Corinthians 2:10

To God be the Glory!  Thank you, Lord.  In Jesus name, we pray.

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“Mind Your Own Business” and the rest will take care of its self, or so we say. I don’t know about all that, but I thought I had the tools to make things happen for me, and I got angry when they didn’t work, or others didn’t want to hear my mouth. Too much Drama!

I changed directions after realizing others wanted their way too. The thing is: I didn’t like the way they went about obtaining it; lying, stealing, cheating, etc. I have morals, and I am definitely not trying to block my blessings. I know the consequences of willful sin. Misguided intentions, takes courage. More than I can muster.

If some of us, especially the ones that think they “know it all”  are wondering what went wrong when we insisted on voicing our unwanted advice, or opinions concerning what is best for somebody else; You think some balked because it is not our business to get their business down to a T?

We are flawed so we cannot see or understand all things like Jesus Christ, who is real and not seen. (Faith)

Very seldom do we take into consideration the mere fact that we cannot control how others feel, or how they will react in any given situation? When our suggestions are unwanted, we see others as fools. And all of it is none of our business.

“Mind Your Own Business?”

With all our wisdom, all we can do in an intelligent manner is to stay calm. Trust me, there will be another day, but right now, you need to stay in your own lane. Staying in control of you through Jesus Christ. This is your business and our daily quest.

Beware of those who are always in another’s privacy lane, (the gossips, etc.) since they are capable of losing themselves in a pool of strange tales at the snap of a finger, while giving unsolicited advice, and constant updates. Most consider themselves everybody’s problem-solver, and friend.

Then there are those who prefer to let evil into their life and some that can’t help themselves? Born into their own personal hell. The devil’s and devilet’s; who prefer acting out in a rage, all over something that is none of their concern. Least, not the fools, rejoicing in saying, “I told you so,” and still don’t know what they are talking about.

Better learn how to get a grip on you, and those emotions of having the need to be a walking Wikipedia. If we spend as much time handling our own business, as much as we do others, we may avoid misunderstandings that were not our concern in the first place. Everybody doesn’t want us in their business; so not being on the same page will fuel a fire.

Don’t let Satan trick you into thinking an invitation is not required. We talked about these things before.

Most times, when asked to “mind our own business,” anger will show its ugly face, because of pride. But, “It takes two to tangle,”  so this can go either way. Our job is to stay strong by not feeding into someone else’s, whatever, or their problems, if not invited. That road leads to distress and destruction; possibly legal procedures, and friendships loss.

We have powers, conquering powers, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, and Savior. With some “angry birds,” it will take nothing less than Jesus. That’s one of the reasons he makes himself available. What are we going to do without Christ?  Nothing!   John 15:5   But with Him;

I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me.   Philippians 4:13

Situations can fester into sin, especially when asked to “mind your own business.”  Besides being embarrassed, we respond by gossiping or spreading the  “I told them, but no one was listening lies.”  This type of attitude is similar to acid reflux. It comes up from the deep, the harsh while burning holes in the fabric of all it touches. Hating, because of pride, that pride we couldn’t swallow.

I know sometimes we can get a little uptight, but that don’t mean we have to make a spectacle of ourselves, arguing with someone about their business. Or keep anger hanging out with us like a best friend would. Using the excuse, “Oh! That’s just the way I am.”  Bull, I say, that’s the way you choose to be. And, I will admit that I have struck out at others for no other reason than I don’t know why. Sometimes things just happen, but I don’t believe “For no Reason.”

Things can happen at an alarming pace when we settle in and let our guards down. We get too busy lapping up the forbidden, and readily available; the snares and traps that come hand in hand with everyday living, and attaching ourselves to situations that don’t want our company.

Did you know the devil is aware of the fact that we are joint heirs with the King; but wants to know, “How come we can’t have everything?”   Encouraging us to spew our wrath of discontent on others by interfering in their personal life and business. Generating penetrating fear, to all who are in range, just because we want to be heard, in matters that do not concern us.

That’s what Satan wants of us and that’s what he preaches. The thing is, we all know he is a liar, even the ones caught up; for they are liars too. And still, we do his evil callings because we are weak in the flesh. A flesh, Satan wants to smell, rotting in hell.

In this busy body world, we say, and I understand, we can get a bit jittery?  But, being “a bit angry,” will be determined by the recipient, as to what degree of wrath they received. Anger is just one letter short of danger.   Eleanor Roosevelt

When we are challenged about other people’s business instead of opting out of it, we usually strick out. A diversion; and a clear indication of our lack of a decent education, (rules, etiquette, etc.)

Act a fool and everyone will know you are one. One of the reasons some of us can’t “mind our own business,”  and most times we don’t have any of our own we want to deal with, so we deal with yours. Some claim being nosy is hereditary, others are just “plain ole mean” and want to upset everyone’s life.

At times, when we fight for our personal privacy, take note that it is O.K., to get people out of your mix.  “Sometimes anger is necessary because “wrath is the father of justice” and a necessary answer to evil.”   Dean Koontz

But for whatever reason there is any anger, valid, necessary, or not, Ephesians 4:26 says;

Be ye not angry, and sin not; let not the sun go down upon your wrath: neither give place to the devil.

And that ye study to be quiet, and to do your own business, and to work with your own hands, as we commanded you.   1st Thessalonians 5:11  

In the name of Jesus, we pray. Since we know this is right.   Amen

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Even if some don’t believe in God, they still have faith in something.  And I believe Satan has a lot to do with a doubters decision on where that faith should be based.  There are also those who have an abundance of faith, a faith that is dedicated only to self-indulgences.  And let’s not forget those who are under the perception everyone is a fool but they.

The fool said in his heart, There is no God.   Proverbs 14:1

“But rebels and sinners will both be broken, and those who forsake the Lord will perish.”   Isaiah 1:28

What foolish non-believers don’t know is, “Whoever believes in him is not condemned, but whoever does not believe stands condemned already because they have not believed in the name of God’s one and only son.”   John 3:18

Thank you, Lord, it’s in your name we pray.   Amen

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I have found over the course of my life, and after a few failed attempts at success, there are several ways to achieve it. One is it just happens, the favor of God. Another is to add-on to the success of something already achieved, making a noticeable improvement, or steal it from another. Then there is my favorite, something new and fresh, created through faith, hard work and perseverance.

Anything worth having is worth more if earned. So I would get to work and start looking for that “Newly Found Success.”  And I am sure it is within your reach. First, having had Faith in God, then getting rid of self-doubt.

“Freeing yourself is one thing; claiming ownership of that freed self is another.”   Toni Morrison

Thank You Lord!   In Jesus name, we pray.

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Logically speaking, if you have a head full of useful knowledge, that is positive, why not put it to use. What good is it if you are the only one who knows it?

Albert Einstein once said, “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”  Now that we have that “under our belts; ” I believe with the Grace of God and good ole common sense, we can do it, if we trust Jesus Christ and believe it will happen.

“No Questions Asked.”

Trust in the Lord with all thine heart, and lean not unto thine own understanding..”   Proverbs 3:5

Thank you, Lord, for all your wisdom in things we don’t understand.   In Jesus name, we pray.

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Hate: to feel intense dislike, extreme aversion or hostility. Most of the time we make up things to hate on, but in some instances, the word hate can be used as a compliment.  “I hate that dress, where did you get it? I want one just like it.”  An oxymoron; a figure of speech with a self-contradictory effect.

There are times when we have no excuses, still we lash out at others with snide remarks and cruel physical might. Taking our frustrations out on everyone, while eliminating ourselves from the equation, where the root cause of our hatred lies.

“I imagine one of the reasons people cling to their hates so stubbornly is because they sense, once hate is gone, they will be forced to deal with the pain.”   James Baldwin

Hate will hate the hater, just like it does everyone else, and there are no tangible exceptions. Even the hater will be treated in kind; as if they are only sores festering with pus. The price for their behavior may be far more than it will cost any of us. I know that is hard to swallow. So, I present my case as; It is only a season of wrath in our personal life, and some will get over it, but for the hater, it’s a lifetime of discontent.

“I will permit no man to narrow and degrade my soul by making me hate him.”   Booker T. Washington

I think Katerina Klemer might have hit the nail on the head defining the consequences of hate;

There is no beauty in sadness. No honor in suffering. No relief in hate. Just a waste of perfectly good happiness.

It takes energy and an over the top attitude to hate. I was racked with cancer, but, I did not hate the disease or the ones it had not touched. I chose to embrace it, in order to forge a mighty battle, this way, it could not feed my soul.  “Hated It!”  You do know that old saying, don’t you?   “Keep your enemies close.”  My intent was to starve it out of existence with Faith.

Adding hate to any equation may be a lethal dose of self-inflicted death; something I was not willing to consume.

I have seen what has happened to the ones who let go of their faith, and it did not end well. I wasn’t adding more misery to my plate, I was seeking to lighten the load, by picking up my cross and stepping out on faith, with the intent of sharing the truth that with Jesus Christ; Cancers, Haters, and Manipulators, are not going to define ruin, or run my life.

An example is; some guy driving behind me, is trying to intimidate me to drive faster, plus, I am already over the speed limit. The driver is enthusiastically trying to push me to my limits in order to make me drive my car the way he wants me to, and there is a car in front of me. With nowhere to go, so, in order to get away from that knucklehead behind me; which I will call the Devil. Instead of getting mad and hating, I call out to Jesus Christ, because I know the Devil will flee.

Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.   James 4:7

In order to be successful in my journey, seeking revenge on those who did not suffer as I did, and crying out  “Why me,”  was not going to buy me any brownie points. Planning and plotting to take others on a long and desperate ride straight to Hell. Spewing out hate all because I am mad?

Something far worse than what we know may have been on those haters plates. Demons, maybe? More than a few of us have adversities, and some keep them well-kept secrets. We may never know what is occurring in another’s life, although we think we know them well.

Spying on your so-called friends is a hatred we may not recognize. And some discovered secrets, belonging to a long time friend or any other, should have stayed with them. Some secrets will leave us in utter disbelief. Other people’s secrets are not your business, especially if you have to do a thorough investigation.

Don’t let your troubles turn into a monsoon of sorrows, driven by hatred, fueled by Satan. And remember when we compare our misfortunes with the problems of others, we can only fantasize about what really happened, because most are not willing to tell “the rest of the story.”  And believe me, “the grass is not greener on the other side of the street; I checked.

Let’s do a reality check, right now, so as not to get my purpose twisted, or be confused. I am not an instructor, or visionary, etc… I am a believer in Christ Jesus, who happen to have had quite a few adventures in life. Visiting a span of seasons that were unbelievable close calls; if not for Christ, I would be dead. Just to tell all, our strength and faith, coupled with compassion for others, not hate, will give us peace. I know what I am talking about; I have paid the price.

“Don’t take the advice of someone who has never experienced the situation.”  I only talk about what I have experienced, and I am a Living Witness for Jesus Christ because I lived “Through it all.”  And I am convinced, one of the reasons I was saved, is to tell you how I received a Miracle. 

I knew with Grace and the favor of God, I would be capable of handling any season. And, I am woman enough to take my hard knocks and make a positive out of them by not striking out. I know some, “for no reason,”  whose intent is to wreak as much havoc as possible.

In some of our small and selfish minds, we feel, that whatever happens to us must be inflicted on the rest. Swearing, to God Almighty, that we will seek to destroy, and our hatred will rain down revenge on all, even if others had nothing to do with whatever ails us.

FYI: To the haters, self-absorbed, and foolish, I say, careful now, with all that swearing, and those promises coming from your lips. The ones about what you’re going to do, “so help you, God.”  We don’t have that type of power.  “Thy Will Be Done.”

The Words of God, clearly tells us in Matthew 5:36; Neither shalt thou swear by thy head, because thou canst not make one hair white or black.

In my experiences, hate seems to be born from a lack of love for one’s own self. Complete with bad decisions, often coupled with the lack of a proper education; these are a few excuses from a long list of the most basic of reasons we despise another, and we have a twisted belief that we have not been treated fairly.

Why don’t we ever take into consideration we may have caused our own shortcomings, by standing outside the doors of education, planning our next hustle on the unsuspecting, instead of taking a seat on the inside? Proclaiming, we have all the God given skills we need, while wondering where is our success?

Praying for help can be a game changer that may help us to escape our personal demons. Creating in us a new-found wisdom, often changing our lives for the better. But, some of us will remain as is, by choice. A choice made from sheer ignorance, and afraid that help has the appearance making us look weak. So at some point we decided to not spread our wings by declaring, “my mind is made up.”

I know that type of stubbornness all too well, and I “Hated It,” still I refused to relent. An attitude that came with an astronomical price tag. A bad decision that could have cost more than we can bear. We can thank the devil for that. The God I serve, Jesus Christ said he will never let us be tempted to the point it is more than we can bear. Read it, 1st Corinthians 10:13  KJV

Haters will reveal themselves by their actions, while speaking in riddles. Beware of their words. These people, in my opinion, do not love themselves, and strive on being overly controlling and cruel. Never embracing the errors of their ways. Refusing to take on any blame or responsibility for their own lives. Spending their time brooding and doing all they can cause unrest.

It’s your choice to live with a mindset that is full of hate for all, because someone else got the promotion, or just because. Don’t try to blame your decisions and consequences on the masses. And for your own sake, don’t let hatred be your legacy, the work of the evil one, Satan. “It’s Something To Think About.”

Marvel not, my brethren, if the world hates you. We know that we have passed from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that love not his brother abides in death. Whosoever hated his brother is a murderer: and ye know that no murderer has eternal life abiding in him.   1st John 3:13-15

Thank you Lord for showing us the way out of the darkness. In Jesus name we pray.  Amen

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