Hello,
I am trying to get back into blogging. I wonder if anyone still has my blog on thier google reader link. :-) Is anyone still out there? If you are I pray that you are well, blessed, happy with where you are in your life, and happy with who you are right now. And if for some reason you aren't there yet be encouraged. My favorite scripture Hebrews 13:5 will always help you stand (God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." James 1:2-7 is another reminder to stay encouraged.
Well, I have at least changed the picture, font, and the background of the blog. It has been well over a year since the last time I created an entry and for some reason I thought about it today. I titled this entry New M Pak, but really there's nothing new under the sun (Ecc 1:9). I still love the Lord and He continues to remind me daily how much He loves me. He has shown me favor in many areas in the past year and I am so grateful. He has shown me areas where I still need to grow, areas where I have grown, and even areas where I should give it ALL to Him. Hopefully, I will have the time and energy to share with you in the upcoming days.
Be Blessed. God Loves You!
Ecclesiastes 1:9 NIV
What has been will be again, what has been done will be done again; there is nothing new under the sun.
James 1 :2-7 Trials and Temptations
2Consider it pure joy, my brothers, whenever you face trials of many kinds, 3because you know that the testing of your faith develops perseverance. 4Perseverance must finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. 5If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. 6But when he asks, he must believe and not doubt, because he who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. 7That man should not think he will receive anything from the Lord; 8he is a double-minded man, unstable in all he does.
Thursday, September 15, 2011
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year! I am sure you are still hearing that as you see people you haven't seen since last year. What 2010 catch phrases have you heard? What a blessing to be able to roll into another year. Thank you Jesus.
I have received several emails from friends and family regarding challenges, changes, and setting resolutions, but I think this particular one covers it all. Thanks Yg for sharing it with me.
I am challenging myself in the new year and I challenge you to join me in doing SOMETHING DIFFERENT in 2010. Get out of any rut. Get out of a box of old thinking and old habits. Dust off your dreams. Change your program. Stretch out on faith. Ask for what you want. Act on your goals. Let go of some grudges, drama, messy living and false starts. Treat your body well with better foods, laughter, activity and a makeover in your wardrobe. Pray and press more to defeat the trickster and your own self-sabotaging habits. Go back to class. Get to work on time. Prepare different meals. Forgive a family member. Enjoy the company of a new pet or a new friend.
Let someone off the hook that you have been blaming for your failures and disappointments. Feel, heal and deal with your wounds so you can start living instead of dying. Choose to watch more empowering and entertaining TV programs. Travel somewhere new. Start your web site. Be more consistent in reusing and recycling. Never be too ashamed, too busy or too prideful to ask God for help. Clean out your closet. Volunteer in your church, neighborhood or nearby school. Drive a new route to work. Finish what you start. Paint a room in your home. Talk to a young person and let them know they will survive tough times because you are still standing.
Procrastination is a thief, so create another stream of income, even if it is a trickle, just get started. Stop worrying about what other people think. Be more of your authentic and real self...no more masks, no more games. Throw out an old piece of furniture or broken dishes. Take someone to lunch to really talk, listen and bond without gossip, complaining, selling them something or rushing. Work on your shortcomings. Promote your strengths, passions and creativity. Simply your life. If you can't pay for it... pray for it. Confront your challenges one task at a time. Develop a recession proof kind of faith, joy and courage. Increase your vocabulary, savings and confidence. Share about God's glory in your life by telling your story.
Collaborate and spend more time with people on-the-grow. Make each day count. Continue learning and solving problems to keep your mind/brain healthy and active. Remember those who help you instead of giving energy to those who hurt you. Remember wisdom, good health, faith, family and friends are more precious than diamonds and pearls. Wake up the sleeping giant inside of you and pursue your destiny, purpose and possibilities. Use your imagination, trust your instincts and create empowering affirmations for yourself. The quality of your life is shaped by the quality of your thoughts and feelings. Be gentle, yet be more firm with yourself to motivate yourself to win in 2010.
~ by Jewel Diamond Taylor www.DoNotGiveUp.net
….and the church said AAAAA-MENNN, that’s all I can say on this one!!! Yg
I have received several emails from friends and family regarding challenges, changes, and setting resolutions, but I think this particular one covers it all. Thanks Yg for sharing it with me.
I am challenging myself in the new year and I challenge you to join me in doing SOMETHING DIFFERENT in 2010. Get out of any rut. Get out of a box of old thinking and old habits. Dust off your dreams. Change your program. Stretch out on faith. Ask for what you want. Act on your goals. Let go of some grudges, drama, messy living and false starts. Treat your body well with better foods, laughter, activity and a makeover in your wardrobe. Pray and press more to defeat the trickster and your own self-sabotaging habits. Go back to class. Get to work on time. Prepare different meals. Forgive a family member. Enjoy the company of a new pet or a new friend.
Let someone off the hook that you have been blaming for your failures and disappointments. Feel, heal and deal with your wounds so you can start living instead of dying. Choose to watch more empowering and entertaining TV programs. Travel somewhere new. Start your web site. Be more consistent in reusing and recycling. Never be too ashamed, too busy or too prideful to ask God for help. Clean out your closet. Volunteer in your church, neighborhood or nearby school. Drive a new route to work. Finish what you start. Paint a room in your home. Talk to a young person and let them know they will survive tough times because you are still standing.
Procrastination is a thief, so create another stream of income, even if it is a trickle, just get started. Stop worrying about what other people think. Be more of your authentic and real self...no more masks, no more games. Throw out an old piece of furniture or broken dishes. Take someone to lunch to really talk, listen and bond without gossip, complaining, selling them something or rushing. Work on your shortcomings. Promote your strengths, passions and creativity. Simply your life. If you can't pay for it... pray for it. Confront your challenges one task at a time. Develop a recession proof kind of faith, joy and courage. Increase your vocabulary, savings and confidence. Share about God's glory in your life by telling your story.
Collaborate and spend more time with people on-the-grow. Make each day count. Continue learning and solving problems to keep your mind/brain healthy and active. Remember those who help you instead of giving energy to those who hurt you. Remember wisdom, good health, faith, family and friends are more precious than diamonds and pearls. Wake up the sleeping giant inside of you and pursue your destiny, purpose and possibilities. Use your imagination, trust your instincts and create empowering affirmations for yourself. The quality of your life is shaped by the quality of your thoughts and feelings. Be gentle, yet be more firm with yourself to motivate yourself to win in 2010.
~ by Jewel Diamond Taylor www.DoNotGiveUp.net
….and the church said AAAAA-MENNN, that’s all I can say on this one!!! Yg
Monday, October 26, 2009
PINK M PAK
Hello Blog family it has been awhile since I have actually posted my thoughts. I hope that from the Bible Study we have all grown and can now see changes in our lives.
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. (KJV) Since the Bible study I have taken off a lot of weight. Not physically per se' just challenges. I thank God for every lesson learned and every victory.
I am sure that everyone is aware that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Everywhere you turn you can find pink items for sale. I supported the cause just the other day by purchasing three yummy chocolate cookies with pink chocolate candies baked in. At the time I didn't really think much about what this month really means, I just ate the cookies. Riding home I was in somewhat of a daze thinking about tasks that needed to be handled. Frankly, I felt overwhelmed about what needed to be done etc. With home, work, kids, a new PUPPY (that's another story for another day), and other responsibilities that God has trusted me with (another story for ANOTHER day). I wanted to call someone and start complaining and have a pity party. As I drove up to a stop light I noticed cycle cops at the intersection and immediately started looking around to see what was going on. To the left there was a sea of pick crossing the highway. Women and men, carrying signs, wearing pink! I knew right away it had to be the 3 day walk to support Breast Cancer.
At that moment I realized I need to focus on something bigger than me and my cares. I can't begin to imagine causes that lead up to them making the decision to walk. Rather it be their own health, the lost of a love one to cancer, or for the support of a friend. I was moved to tears just thinking about it. I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone to support the cause. Log onto the website and sign up to receive a daily email reminder to click and give a free mammogram. While you are at it maybe you will find an item to purchase to support the cause as well.
CLICK TO GIVE
PS I realize now what I must do when I feel overwhelmed...
Proverbs 3:5-6 (King James Version)
5Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Be Blessed
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new. (KJV) Since the Bible study I have taken off a lot of weight. Not physically per se' just challenges. I thank God for every lesson learned and every victory.
I am sure that everyone is aware that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. Everywhere you turn you can find pink items for sale. I supported the cause just the other day by purchasing three yummy chocolate cookies with pink chocolate candies baked in. At the time I didn't really think much about what this month really means, I just ate the cookies. Riding home I was in somewhat of a daze thinking about tasks that needed to be handled. Frankly, I felt overwhelmed about what needed to be done etc. With home, work, kids, a new PUPPY (that's another story for another day), and other responsibilities that God has trusted me with (another story for ANOTHER day). I wanted to call someone and start complaining and have a pity party. As I drove up to a stop light I noticed cycle cops at the intersection and immediately started looking around to see what was going on. To the left there was a sea of pick crossing the highway. Women and men, carrying signs, wearing pink! I knew right away it had to be the 3 day walk to support Breast Cancer.
At that moment I realized I need to focus on something bigger than me and my cares. I can't begin to imagine causes that lead up to them making the decision to walk. Rather it be their own health, the lost of a love one to cancer, or for the support of a friend. I was moved to tears just thinking about it. I want to take this opportunity to remind everyone to support the cause. Log onto the website and sign up to receive a daily email reminder to click and give a free mammogram. While you are at it maybe you will find an item to purchase to support the cause as well.
CLICK TO GIVE
PS I realize now what I must do when I feel overwhelmed...
Proverbs 3:5-6 (King James Version)
5Trust in the LORD with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.
6In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.
Be Blessed
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