Encouraged in 💓

“My goal is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may
have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery
of God, namely, Christ, in whom are hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge. I
tell you this so that no one may deceive you by fine-sounding arguments. For though I
am absent from you in body, I am present with you in spirit and delight to see how disci-
plined you are and how firm your faith in Christ is.” Colossians 2:2-5

JUST FOR FUN: If you could spend today with one faraway friend or relative, who would it
be?
Cousin Carolyn, Shanell

Journal Questions
1.Encouraged in heart: Who is someone who has encouraged you lately? Who is someone
you know who needs encouragement? Take time today to pray for these individuals today.

Heavenly Father I pray for my uncle's Jesus. One is always long distance so that you would keep him protected and encourage and strength in the work he is doing. Have him rest when needed. The other one i used to talk to all the time I barely could get a word in. Hope he is relying on you. Heal and restore their mind body and soul. In Jesus name.Amen

2.United in love: Imagine what your church would look like if it reflected God’s unity
more fully. Is there any way in which you are sowing discord in any of your
relationships? Pray that God would allow deeper harmony in your fellowship with other
believers.

Everyone working in their God given role. No need for competition or comparing. No backbiting. Keep my love and 💓 for the church. Open my eyes  Lord some more. Let me jump in where I am needed to display your glory. Use my gifts and talented resource to the full stretch me.lord.

3.How disciplined you are and how firm your faith in Christ is: In what area of your life
could you use more discipline? In what area of your life do you exhibit a lack of faith?
Ask God to help you grow in these aspects of your spiritual walk

God you are growing me to be consistent in my finances Lord. Do your perfect work in me.

The offering

And he sat down opposite the treasury and watched the people putting money into the offering box. Many rich people put in large sums. And a poor widow came and put in two small copper coins, which make a penny. And he called his disciples to him and said to them, "Truly, I say to you, this poor widow has put in more than all those who are contributing to the offering box.  For they all contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in everything she had, all she had to live on."
Mark 12:41‭-‬44 ESV

Those with wealth our you giving cause oh I am the big shot out of arrogance. Do you want to be seen. Cause that  is your reward. God loves a cheerful giver. She gave out of honor respect and trust. She didn't have nothing have her absolute last to her heavenly Father. It our heart devotion (how we give) that God honors. She knew her God would provide. She seem like she didn't worry about her food clothes or where she would live.

Lord Jesus we ask for us to trust you with everything and not be afraid and confident like this widow. Trusting that our giving will not return until us void. You give us good and perfect gifts. In your mighty name Amen .

Relationships/ friends

There is nothing sacred anymore. There is nothing wrong with comingling with the sexes. There used to be where a man had his dogs and a girl had girls. Not where the mate is talking to his or her friends. Most of the friends came from work or school.
Call me old fashioned but my folks had their friends of course they knew about them no secrets but they had those set of friends that was just those they could talk to and go over there house. Or go to their work banquets. Or go out golfing etc.

He is not there

As they entered the tomb, they saw a young man dressed in a white robe sitting on the right
side, and they were alarmed. “Don’t be alarmed,” he said. “You are looking for Jesus the
Nazarene, who was crucified. He has risen! He is not here. See the place where they laid
him. But go, tell his disciples and Peter, ‘He is going ahead of you into Galilee. There you
will see him, just as he told you.’” Mark 16:5-7

JUST FOR FUN: What is the best news you’ve received in the past few months?

Hearing about the job call backs for my husband. The progress of my son. Things are happening right on time. God ain't done yet.

Journal Questions
1.Don’t be alarmed: In what area of your life have you been feeling timid or fearful?
How would your outlook change if you heard God speaking to you, “Do not be
afraid”?
Finances.
My ministry. But I will not fail you Lord you are with me.
You got my son and my marriage in your hand you have it all in your hands. Let there be no vacancies in my heart no idleness Lord.
Help me to step out on faith and do what you called to do.  Let me be real and authentic. Transparency everyday.

2.He has risen! Praise God that he has the power over death. Worship him for
overcoming the grave so many years ago.
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3.There you will see him, just as he told you: Can you imagine what it will be like to see
Jesus face to face? Unfortunately, we all know people who will not get to experience
that glory unless they repent. Take time today to pray for one or two of your unsaved
friends to come to salvation

Heavenly Father i am in awe of you. And thank you for what the Lord came to do for mankind. Seeing you I don't whether to cry but I would be glad to be in the presence of the one who knows and love me. I pray for the unsaved and my friends family who is not walking upright. That they would know you deeply you would fill them up with your precious spirit. In Jesus name amen.

Wisdom

Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still; teach the righteous and they will add to their
learning. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One
is understanding. For through wisdom your days will be many, and years will be added to
your life. Proverbs 9:9-11

JUST FOR FUN: If you were able to learn and perfect one brand-new skill, what would it be? Playing a instrument , swimming or riding a skateboard

Journal Questions
1.Instruct the wise and they will be wiser still: Who was someone who God used to teach
you about himself? Spend time in prayer for that person today.
Cousin Carolyn
Lord you said where there  is multiple of counselors there is  safety.  Not only  her but the  dukes and those in MS, two of my former church  families. I ask you Lord to protect them and  keep them. Strengthen them and cover there families in Jesus name amen.

2.Knowledge of the Holy One is understanding: Think about your spiritual life one year
ago. Would you say you know God more fully today? Ask God what he wants you to do
to get to know him even more deeply in the coming year.
I have gained more understanding hallelujah. I am in awe of your presence Lord.

3.For through wisdom your days will be many: In what area of your life do you need God
to give you more wisdom? Write down some specific questions you’d like to ask him and
spend some time praying about what your response should be.

Help me Lord be direct in my  actions as needed  when I'm in confrontation
My marriage
love serve forgive
Gentleness.

Flawed

We are all flawed individuals. I know I am.
Embrace it . Love yourself. Show yourself. No matter how weird, quirky ,geeky, etc it may be. We are not all supposed to be like another. We are here to help each other. Be unified.  No need to compare with others. You are unique. Let the Lord use and turn you around 360. Everything about you is what makes you.

https://youtu.be/qoFVlH8mqnM

Overcome

No matter the obstacle. You shall overcome. We will have all types of tribulation but Jesus overcame the world. We must count it all joy when we have many of them. It's a refining process. Don't let the enemy trick you or lie to you. Always check what God says about the situation.🎙️ your best days are still ahead.
You are more than a conqueror.
https://youtu.be/b8VoUYtx0kw

God is mightier

In Mark 5 Jesus steps off the boat in Gadarenes. This demon possessed man causes him to cut hisself and be tormented all day and night.  Nothing can keep him bound etc.. (read more mark 5: 1-20) This demon name is Legion which their is many of Him. he know exactly who Jesus is and know His authority is over all. Cause he asked to go down in a swine instead of out in the country area where he would  be idle.

Since our enemy goes around like a roaring lion looking for one to devour. He strong but not stronger than God. We have to stay on the prowl and stay woke. We can only do this with Jesus help. Help you conquer anything any battle whatever you facing. Keep your  trust and devotion in God. Bind love and faithfulness around your neck. You will have to fight yes with prayer,  love and action. Get some holy fear and anger;  demand the enemy to flee. you going  to have to get from your knees as well. Yoy going to endure some things. Persevere. God is your rock and Salvation. Rise up. God is the lifter of your head. Walk cause you know who you belong to. And do what is called of you. Once this man who was once being tormented was set free was dressed up looking nice and telling all those he knew of what Jesus had done.

Heavenly Father
I ask that you bless your people. We thank you. Those weighed down in the mind, being tormented  issue of blood or any disease sickness in their body. Lord I know their healed cause this is one of the many things you were beaten and died and blood for our healing and peace. You are Jehovah rafah and the Alpha and the Omega. Forgive their sins and make them a new creature. In Jesus name amen