Golden Nuggets from My Third Year in Christ
Today marks 3 years since I've been saved (WOOHOOO)!!! Out of all the
years I have been saved, this by far, has been the most difficult one. I
truly believe this was the year that the Lord transitioned me from milk
to solid foods.
It's one thing to have a great group of friends to share things with and
they help you feel better. It's another to have women who you
fellowship with, share personal things with, and they pray for and with
you! I've found my prayer circle of warriors and I refuse to let them
go. Once you have an army to combine your faith with and pray on one
accord, you cannot be stopped. I've seen the fruits of this in such
a small period of time and I'm so grateful for my sisters.
You can't make it out here alone! My mentors & spiritual father is behind so much of my growth. Pastor Anita has shown me how to grow with elegance in the Lord and how to always be in the Word of God, guarding my anointing. My father has been mentoring me this entire summer and has been greatly used by the Lord to help me get my life in order and in alignment with the purpose God has for my life. Couldn't thank God enough for his life! I love him so much. In Dr. Wilson's book entitled Father Cry, there is a chapter that stresses the importance of spiritual parents passing on wisdom from generation to generation. I'm extremely grateful for my spiritual mentors.
Even if my intention is to say something that encourages the person, there is always a nicer way to say it than the first thing that comes to mind. Taking that extra moment to rethink what I'm saying and rephrasing it is what brings God the glory!
God wants to be Lord, even in Your Academics.
This was the year that I was honest about what I wanted to study in school and noticed that God has placed everything in me for what He has purposed me to do. No matter how hard I would study for my science courses I wouldn't do well. After changing my major to Christian Counseling I have been delighted in every course I have taken. However, this doesn't mean it was easy. I've still worked hard but God's grace has abounded in all of my classes. This was by-far my best semester EVER and I'm grateful to God. The Lord showed me that as I seek Him first, all things will be added to me (Matthew 6:33). I've learned to pray as hard as I study and my results have been jaw dropping. Lastly, God has shown me how He is faithful to complete what He has started. My two sisters graduated from college (BA & MA) this summer!!
Whether that be time or money, God honors each and every one of our sacrifices. I've joined the praise team this year of my walk in Christ as a step of faith after receiving a prophecy and God has shown Himself faithful, like USUAL :-D. I've learned that when I give up my time to serve God and His children, it will be a something that is added to my wall of remembrance. When God asks "What have you done for me?" I will be able to remind Him and say "Remember, LORD, how I have walked before you faithfully and with
wholehearted devotion and have done what is good in your eyes" (2 Kings 20:3). Give time to prepare your ministrations. The Holy Spirit guides and leads us but we also must prepare beforehand. Lastly, give to the Lord liberally and with gladness. I've learned how to let go of what is in my hand for the Lord to bless me with more! I can never out give GOD.
Don't Let Your Beauty become A Distraction.
My beauty has been given to me from the Lord. It shouldn't be a distraction that causes me to stumble. Instead, I should use my beauty as a stepping stool to reach others and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Even when I am offered money, gifts, etc. because of my beauty, if my acceptance of these gifts doesn't bring glory to God, they must be declined immediately.
God is Strong, I am Weak. (Don't Let the Devil Be the Only one Aware of Your Weakness(es))
I have trusted in my own strength so many times this year and have experienced a multitude of failures because of this. I've learned to no longer depend on myself and that in my weakness, He is strong (2 Corinthians 12:9). I've also learned that I need to seriously be aware of my weaknesses because that's where the devil will come to attack me and attempt to destroy my life. I can't sit here in la-la land and not be honest with myself about these weaknesses. Once I know what they are, I know what to avoid, what boundaries I need to set and KEEP IN PLACE, where I can and cannot go, and what I can wear, listen to, and watch.
I have never blocked so many men in my life. There comes a time that once I know what the devil uses to attack me, I aggressively deal with them. When men don't want to take no for an answer, I've learned to give them no choice. There is always a place for love in Christ but there is also wisdom that helps me to protect myself. There is love in saying no! No devil in hell will make me feel bad for blocking someone who is attracted to me for all the wrong reasons. Thank you.
Many moments I felt like a child who had their training
wheels taken off of their bicycle. There we times that I had to stand
up on the Word of God BY MYSELF! I had to declare and decree things and
believe on God without the encouragement of my loved ones and pastors.
True growth was experienced this year. Honestly, it wasn't the most
joyful ride all the time but the growth is definitely worth it! God is
always good, all the time, every time, everyday. Below are golden nuggets I've learned this year.
Make sure your circle consists of Spirit-filled Prayer Warriors.
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The Importance of Spiritual Fathers/Mothers/Mentors.
You can't make it out here alone! My mentors & spiritual father is behind so much of my growth. Pastor Anita has shown me how to grow with elegance in the Lord and how to always be in the Word of God, guarding my anointing. My father has been mentoring me this entire summer and has been greatly used by the Lord to help me get my life in order and in alignment with the purpose God has for my life. Couldn't thank God enough for his life! I love him so much. In Dr. Wilson's book entitled Father Cry, there is a chapter that stresses the importance of spiritual parents passing on wisdom from generation to generation. I'm extremely grateful for my spiritual mentors.
There's a Nicer way to Say That...
Even if my intention is to say something that encourages the person, there is always a nicer way to say it than the first thing that comes to mind. Taking that extra moment to rethink what I'm saying and rephrasing it is what brings God the glory!
God wants to be Lord, even in Your Academics.
This was the year that I was honest about what I wanted to study in school and noticed that God has placed everything in me for what He has purposed me to do. No matter how hard I would study for my science courses I wouldn't do well. After changing my major to Christian Counseling I have been delighted in every course I have taken. However, this doesn't mean it was easy. I've still worked hard but God's grace has abounded in all of my classes. This was by-far my best semester EVER and I'm grateful to God. The Lord showed me that as I seek Him first, all things will be added to me (Matthew 6:33). I've learned to pray as hard as I study and my results have been jaw dropping. Lastly, God has shown me how He is faithful to complete what He has started. My two sisters graduated from college (BA & MA) this summer!!
Give, Give, Give and Give More!
Whether that be time or money, God honors each and every one of our sacrifices. I've joined the praise team this year of my walk in Christ as a step of faith after receiving a prophecy and God has shown Himself faithful, like USUAL :-D. I've learned that when I give up my time to serve God and His children, it will be a something that is added to my wall of remembrance. When God asks "What have you done for me?" I will be able to remind Him and say "Remember, LORD, how I have walked before you faithfully and with
wholehearted devotion and have done what is good in your eyes" (2 Kings 20:3). Give time to prepare your ministrations. The Holy Spirit guides and leads us but we also must prepare beforehand. Lastly, give to the Lord liberally and with gladness. I've learned how to let go of what is in my hand for the Lord to bless me with more! I can never out give GOD.
2 Corinthians 9:10, Luke 6:38, Proverbs 11:24, Deuteronomy 15:10
Expressions of Love must Be Wise & Prudent.
Although I may be very friendly, it is easily received in a different way. I've learned that I have to be really wise about the message I communicate, especially to males. Yes, there is a such thing as being too friendly. Boundaries in my expressions of love are essential in my walk and in maintaining holiness. I also wouldn't want to give anyone the wrong message.
Don't Let Your Beauty become A Distraction.
My beauty has been given to me from the Lord. It shouldn't be a distraction that causes me to stumble. Instead, I should use my beauty as a stepping stool to reach others and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Even when I am offered money, gifts, etc. because of my beauty, if my acceptance of these gifts doesn't bring glory to God, they must be declined immediately.
God is Strong, I am Weak. (Don't Let the Devil Be the Only one Aware of Your Weakness(es))
I have trusted in my own strength so many times this year and have experienced a multitude of failures because of this. I've learned to no longer depend on myself and that in my weakness, He is strong (2 Corinthians 12:9). I've also learned that I need to seriously be aware of my weaknesses because that's where the devil will come to attack me and attempt to destroy my life. I can't sit here in la-la land and not be honest with myself about these weaknesses. Once I know what they are, I know what to avoid, what boundaries I need to set and KEEP IN PLACE, where I can and cannot go, and what I can wear, listen to, and watch.
If You Have to Be Intolerant With some Men, so Be It!
I have never blocked so many men in my life. There comes a time that once I know what the devil uses to attack me, I aggressively deal with them. When men don't want to take no for an answer, I've learned to give them no choice. There is always a place for love in Christ but there is also wisdom that helps me to protect myself. There is love in saying no! No devil in hell will make me feel bad for blocking someone who is attracted to me for all the wrong reasons. Thank you.
Just Because He's a Christian doesn't Mean He's a Good Guy.
SELF-EXPLANATORY. LOL. Just because he/she is a man/woman of God doesn't mean you need to date/court or marry them either... Y'all know what I'm talking about.. LOL
It's Better to Obey than To Spend Time Repenting
This may truly be the most important statement throughout this entire blog post. Say yes to God, flee from sin, and take the way God gives to you out of temptation. Sin is like a credit card, buy now and pay later! You pay for it longer than you enjoyed it. God wants to keep us from shame, guilt, condemnation, pain, and disgrace. Denying sin and not allowing it to reign in our lives is what allows us to live the abundant life (John 10:10) God has promised us. Of course we all fall short, so even when we fall, we thank God for His grace and holding us up with his righteous right hand. Grace is to be received and not abused.
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