All For His Glory

I've been struggling with writing, since my Daddy's death, but the Lord has prompted me to share what He has done in our lives, in these past few months.  In November, a dear friend of ours kicked cancer in the face! In December, I lost my Daddy. In February, my husband lost his job at T-Mobile and his unemployment was denied. On the 4th of July a old bathroom pipe busted; causing a flood in our home and last week, I was diagnosed with an upper respiratory infection and still, we praised Jesus. But the truth is, there were times, where we became anxious (well, mostly me). But let me ask you this, how often have you gone through things in your life where you became anxious? Have you ever worried about being short or late on paying your rent or your bills? Do you worry over your children? How about any wayward family or friends? How about your health? your school? The list goes on and on. Truth is, many of us are no stranger to anxiety, it creeps in over big and little thing...

Because it's Monday, Because the national date to celebrate Moms Day has passed, but we still gotta get up, and keep on moving, Because we need Gods Word and Strength in which to move in, Because we "get to serve" the Lord as a Mom. Because there is no greater reward than to love, because God loved us 1st! The next 20 promises are straight out of the Bible, enjoy, rejuvenate and let's keep one another in prayer. Being a Mom needs a community of strong Godly women to build one another up! My Mother's Day this year was bittersweet with the loss of my Dad's death. I miss him. Still, I have my Mom and I am so thankful for that. Love and appreciate the people in your life. Leave a legacy of God's love. 1) A kindhearted woman gains respect. -Proverbs 11:163 This verse first and foremost, because when I’m tired I can get mean and that’s a fast way to lose respect. 2) Keep your love for one another at full strength, because love covers a multitude of sins. -1...

I wanted to share an experience I had today as an encouragement to you, that God is always listening to our heart and speaks to us in many different ways. Today, as I'm walking and praying, headed towards my van at Wal-Marts parking lot, this beautiful, joyful looking, yellow butterfly begins flying around me a few times. Shortly thereafter, I begin to specifically pray for the Holy Spirit to confirm certain heart concerned prayers I've been praying over; to include His infinite wisdom, direction and strength upon me.  I prayed, Lord, would You kindly have this beautiful yellow, joyful, looking butterfly fly its way back towards me again. Thank You Abba. Amen. It's like I needed a sign. You know what I mean? Ever been there? Sometimes you just need a double dosage of the Holy Spirit. So anyway, I drive off, still praying and as I come to the red stop light, guess who flies right in front of my windshield? I mean literally in front of me, circling around with it...

Many years ago, while waiting for the bus on Imperial Highway, in the City of Compton, behind these projects, I was robbed by a youngster. I remember it was raining hard and my umbrella covered my face, so I didn't see him coming towards me. I was around 19 or so... a time in my life where I was trying to find my identity. I felt lonely, uncertain and had started experimenting drugs on weekends, only. A experiment that would turn into a addiction and rob many years from my life. A job agency called me for a one month assignment in Compton, so I took the job; not having a car, I would take the bus everywhere that I went. On this particular, day I remember feeling extremely tired and as I waited for my bus, this kid, duck down and snatched my bag from my arm. He pulled so hard, I almost fell; he took off running. I dropped my umbrella, running into the projects after him. I'm not sure what prompted me to do that, but I knew I was tired of people hurtin...

Pride kills a slow spiritual death.  At some point in our lives, we've all been prideful. We have made things about: Me. Myself. and I. As a believer, we know, better and still we behave in a prideful manner. Pride was the first sin that entered the universe and the last rooted out. It was through pride that satan became who he is today, {Isaiah 14}. Satan's enmity against God began with " I " and so it is with us. If we are preoccupied with ourselves, we too will fall into the sin of pride.  Pride is deceptive. It’s deceptive because when we have pride, we're usually too proud to admit it. We need to take this sin seriously. Proverbs 16:5 -says, “Everyone proud and arrogant in heart is disgusting, hateful, and exceedingly offensive to the Lord….” Ouch!!!  Pride is an independent, me-oriented spirit. It makes people arrogant, rude and hard to get along with. When our heart is prideful, God is not glorified. God and pride are like oil and water-- the...

My Papa and Babies Hi Gang! Well, it's been well over six months, since I've blogged. But I was prompted to share a few thoughts with you about honoring our parents, today. In Exodus 20:12, God commands this: "Honor your father and your mother, that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you" . God exhorts us to honor our father and mother. He values honoring parents enough to include it in the Ten Commandments. Honoring our parents means, we choose to place a great value upon our relationship with them. We make the necessary efforts to stay connected. We sacrifice for their well being. We help them in any way that we can. We forgive, love and honor them. A way to a mans heart is through is stomach 100% truth!  Yesterday my Dad came over for lunch, and as I sat across our kitchen table, watching my Daddy eat one of his favorite meals, my heart was overwhelmed with joy. We served him: arroz con tocino, patitas de puer...

Today was a day filled with many sweet nuggets on "Growth" 2 Peter 3:18 reminds us: "Grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be the glory both now and forever. Amen" Raise your hand if you want to grow in the knowledge of the Lord! I know I do! If we're not careful, we can get complacent and remain seated on the "comfort zone" couch.  Gods Word is essential  in our lives, and it is how we grow. Jesus loves us and we can grow in His knowledge by diligently committing ourselves to having quiet time with Him, daily. We are His lilies among the thorns of life and He wants to equip us for every trial, challenge and struggle. All our answers are in the Bible, it is our manual to walking hand in hand with Jesus.  Do you know what else is essential in our Christian walks? Sharing His love. When was the last time you told a perfect stranger... "Jesus loves you"? Because if you ...