Today we celebrate the birthday of our Lord and Savior. The greatest gift I’ve ever received was the gift of salvation. It was not earned but given to me freely. Jesus paid the ultimate price by dying on the cross for my sins.
Being surrounded by my family is another blessing on today. Grandma put both of her feet in the Mac ‘n Cheese which is the only non-vegan meal I will be eating.
Although today is family time, I am working on marketing materials for my memoir, Where God Took My Soul that is on schedule to release May 2012 and Touching Heart. I have a few book titles in the works for upcoming ebooks.
Sidenote: After, tweeting a photo of my hair I’ve received numerous DM’s, emails and text asking about my “weave” LOL. I’ve NEVER worn a weave outside of braids. My hair is natural (no relaxer) and all mine. I an not offended. I have a family website where I post more personal updates (i.e. family, healthy hair journey, weight loss and my newfound love of cooking). Leave a comment if you would like the link to that site.
I am wishing EVERYONE a Merry Christmas.
“Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 3:13-14 (NKJV)
It’s YOUR time to let go of the past. We have all done things for which we are ashamed, and we live in the tension of what we have been and what we want to be. Because our hope is in Christ, however, we can let go of the past guilt and look forward to what God will help us become. Don’t dwell on your past. Instead, grow in the knowledge of God by concentrating on your relationship with him now. It’s time to make a declaration to be all that the Lord has called you to be. Regardless of the hurt you have experience or afflicted on others. Satan enjoys reminding you of your past but it’s up to you to PRESS toward the GOAL. The LORD is waiting for you to make that first step before He will give you the second…get to pressing!
Thoughts to Ponder: Are you walking in purpose? Have you reached the goals that wrote at the beginning of the year? Are you attached to your past?
Prayer:
Heavenly Father,
I come to You today thanking You for all that have you done and will do in my life. I thank You for giving me clarity in my purpose and in my mind. I thank you for allowing me to keep pressing toward the goals and plans you have for me. Father, I ask that right now You remove every distraction and strongholds in my life. I ask that You continue to strengthen me for the journey. Continue to give me wisdom and revelation as I keep pressing. Lord, I declare and decree that no weapon formed against me shall prosper. I declare and decree that You will receive all the honor and glory.
In Jesus’ name, Amen!
Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the LORD your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.” -Deuteronomy 31:6
Dear Brooks,
Today, you are 31 years young. Happy Birthday! You have overcome and accomplished a great deal in such a short time. The success you have acquired may not be what others define as success but it’s what God defines. Over the years, you have climbed mountains, fallen to the brink of despair and not once have you’ve ever said, “I give up!” You are strong, yet stubborn. You are bold and beautiful. You keep your focus but at times, you are the ‘Queen of Procrastination’.
Over the last year, you’ve learned what real healing and forgiveness means. You’ve let go and conquered a few of your great dreams in the process: helping women escape abuse and becoming a published author. You’ve removed your mask and became free. I am proud of you.
FINALLY, you’ve learned to run your own race. Every hurdle jumped has allowed you to come closer to your dreams yet fulfilled. Every step taken has you closer to reaching your destiny. God has granted you a day of celebration.
Each day is a new day to celebrate YOU.
Your past is not perfect.
You are unstoppable.
You are unshakable.
You are the best YOU!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
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