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Emotional Healing

Shake it Off!

Several years ago, my husband and I attended a rather interesting church service in New York. We giggled about the sermon because the preacher read a few scriptures about the Apostle Paul being bitten by the snake and how he had to “SHAKE IT OFF”.

Well, perhaps we were acting a little snooty at the time because after all, we were “non-denominational faith people” who didn’t care for this “type” of preaching.

However, throughout the years, that sermon is one of the most memorable, we’ve ever heard. 

WHY?

You guessed it.

When things got tough, we looked at each other and said, “come on honey, just shake it off!”
🙂

We had to “shake off” a lot throughout the years. I won’t say it works all the time, but at least it provides a little comic relief to help us get through tough times.

So the next time, an issue or challenge comes your way… remember who you are in Christ.

You were meant for more… much more.

Never get discouraged with your problems… come on and just shake it… I’ll let you finish this one!

I love you and I’m praying for you!

Kimyetta

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Emotional Healing Spiritual Growth

Staying Motivated

Recently I started thinking about you. YES YOU, my precious readers.

I asked the Lord to give me a heart to always know what you need in order to stay motivated in your faith. He simply impressed it upon my heart to keep you encouraged.

Therefore, I want to encourage you today to remain faithful in your walk with Christ, even when you’re in the dry times. I encourage you to stay committed to your spouse, even if they don’t deserve it some days. I encourage you to stay focused on your goals and dreams even if you want to give up and you feel like a failure. I encourage you to stay committed to growing even when you want to scream at the top of your lungs.

Please, please know that God’s word never fails.

NEVER.

He really loves you and it’s not His will for you to stay the same or regress back to what you used to be. Press on precious one. PRESS ON! I’m with you and I’m pressing right next to you…let’s do it together.

I love you and I praying for you.

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Emotional Healing Spiritual Growth

Does Being Right Really Matter?

Recently I had a funny conversation with someone about Marketing. I attempted to share my “expertise” on a matter and yet she insisted on her way.
Funny enough, her way had led to a hole over the last few years, but I didn’t bring that up. (Although I wanted to. :))
After I got off the phone, I realized I wasn’t annoyed, upset or even moved by the conversation.
 Why?
Because I’ve changed! GLORY to God. It feels good to say that I know if I had that conversation a year ago, I would’ve been fuming for a few hours about it. Instead, it rolled off my back onto the floor and I didn’t pick it  up.

Growing up feels good. I don’t have to be right about everything… just most things. 🙂

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Emotional Healing Spiritual Growth Worship

What to do in the dry times?

If you know a Christian who says they don’t experience ‘dry times’, please send me their phone number.

Because dry times are a real part of a Christian’s walk. Recently I started feeling rather dry and empty, even though I prayed daily and read my bible, I just didn’t feel motivated to dig deep in seeking God. My bible felt heavy like a weight and prayer time felt burdensome.

So, what did I do?

I started taking baby steps each day.  See below.

 

1: Turn off the TV.

2: Turn on inspirational music.

3: Spend time thinking about what God has done for me. 

4: Read one encouraging scripture repeatedly.

5: Pray and ask God for the desire to be in His Word.

I can’t guarantee you the steps will work for you, however, it’s a start…keep me posted!

I love you and I’m praying for you!

 

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Bible Study Spiritual Growth

The Agony of Impatience

Do you love standing in long lines?

Do you prefer to be put on hold when calling a utility or cell phone company?

Well, if you’re like me, the patience game is something that God is perfecting in you too. Lately, I’ve been meditating on Hebrews 10:36 amplified that says I HAVE NEED OF PATIENCE AND ENDURANCE!!! Yikes… that’s tough… but the second part of the scripture says… SO THAT YOU MAY PERFORM AND ACCOMPLISH THE WILL OF GOD!!!

Now that’s what I like to hear.  I want to know that my pursuit of patience is working out God’s will for my life.  Every little spark of encouragement truly helps!!! I’m praying for your deliverance!

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