The World Knows Us Not!!..Just Me Venting!!

1 John 3:1
Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not.

As a child of the Most High God have you ever felt that you were in the world but not of it? This is a common feeling to have. I often wondered why it seemed as though my life was just as normal as anyone else's but in all truth it was nothing like theirs. For now I realize I am a peculiar person.

The word tells us in 1Peter 2:9 But you are a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, His own special people, that you may proclaim the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His marvelous light...

I am often reminded that I am not like the normal or average person in the secular world. I tend to revert back to my old ways of thinking sometimes once those who are still yet in the world provoke me with talk that offends the character I now possess. For that I have to ask my creator for forgiveness. In this I learn to pray for others, for they know not what they do unto me(hurting my feelings and such). I realize every one who does not share the like of life such as my self will not understand this journey.

For I am called a daughter of the Most High God and those in the world received him not so why should I expect them to receive me? I'm learning though.... Even in the lack of understanding of my peers I must do as the word of God says:

1Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage (admonish, exhort) one another and edify (strengthen and build up) one another, just as you are doing.

Even when I am tempted to tell people or even fellow brethren and sistern kind a piece of my mind I must remember the word of the Most High God.

1 Thessalonians 5:14
And we earnestly beseech you, brethren, admonish (warn and seriously advise) those who are out of line [the loafers, the disorderly, and the unruly]; encourage the timid and fainthearted, help and give your support to the weak souls, [and] be very patient with everybody [always keeping your temper].

For as it is written in Galatians 6:7
Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap

So even in those moments when I am tested and judged by the theories of the world I shall remember that to them my Creator's word, my life, walk, culture, and understanding is foolishness for they have not opened themselves up to this spiritual realm of understanding. It is not my place to judge or criticize anyone and so I won't but I will speak on how I feel.

Today I am blessed in the fields, in the city, when I come and when I go. Not because of anything that I have done to deserve this but because my God loves me and he cares for me. I will forever praise and lift up Jehovah, El Elyon, Elohim, Adonai!! For the Lord is worthy! I shall cast my prayers for those who are my enemies and those who pretend to be friends. I pray much for them that their relationship with the most High God will flourish and be seasoned according to God's perfect will.

As I close this blog I will say be mindful of your position in this world! As a child of God you are in it not of it!! And if you should happen to be of it, then you are in a place where I used to be..I pray much for you that you too will join me in the land of eternity! Peace and Blessings

May the Lord add a blessing to the reading and hearing of this blog....

To God be all the Glory!!

I's Married Now!!!

First and foremost given Honor to my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, I am so blessed to say that I am now married to Mr. AJ Woodson. Lord knows I thought I never would see the day when I would actually be married. Yes I always planned for it, always wanted it, had been engaged two times, but never did really think it would finally come to pass especially not like this.This shows that when you give your life to God and begin to live for him according to his perfect will, then and only then shall you recieve the desires of your heart! 3 years ago I made a promise unto God that I would change my ways and do as much as I could to live a life pleasing unto Jehovah. (Seek ye the kingdom of God first and everything else shall be added unto you!!)Since then I have been growing spiritually and the Lord has shown me favor.

No I'm not perfect! I don't always do things right but I strive to do as best I can. I live daily and allow the ressurection of Christ to live within me everyday. I make a conscious descision to do the will of my creator. Why am I telling you this, you may ask? because I am a living witness to what my God can do. as my life's motto goes "there is no success without struggle!" so along this journey there has been many obstacles but All Praises be unto the Most High God that I am still here.I realize this union is not just for my enjoyment but for employment and my service has just now been elevated. I will do my fathers will until I die. No weapon formed against me shall prosper! I am on the Lord side and Jehovah's got my back! The Lord is my light and salvation, Whom shall I fear? I will stand on the solid rock for life.Thank you Spiritual Minded Fam for all your support love and prayers... Once again To God be all the glory!! The journey has just begun!

August: Women's Month @ Shaw Temple

This month is women's month at Shaw Temple and Great things are happening. I was delighted to start the month off with a retreat in Toccoa, GA at Toccoa Falls with the women of Shaw. We spent two days fellowshipping, praying, meditating, learning and growing together. I was really intrigued by the breakout sessions facilitated by some of our very on ordained evangelists of Shaw Temple. The roster was as follows; Francilla Allen, Merchuria "Chase" Williams, Andrea Jallah, Kristen Berry, and Andrea Jones.
My favorite session was Mind, body, and Spirit facilitated by Rev. Andrea Jones.I was really moved by this session and I felt the power and annointing of God move during this session. God allowed me to see the great work he was doing through my sistah (Rev. Jones). She truly empowered me and gave a great word of encouragement to my spirit.
All my life I had wanted to fellowship with the women of God on a retreat, but I often hesitated because of the stereotypes of hackling women and gossiping going on. I have never been one for the drama!! I am relieved and honored to say though, through this retreat because, I kept my eyes on God all worked together for the good!!
The retreat was followed (a week later) by a Mother daughter bruncheon that me and my daughters attended and really enjoyed! It was another opportunity for fellowship and worship. I praise God for my sisters at Shaw for this is truly what has helped me to grow as a better chrsitian woman. Iron sharpens iron.

This past Saturday was a charitible event...the ladies got together to give products needed to the community-Back to school items, and they also provided things for battered mothers in shelters. I wasn't able to attend because I got married on this day but I look forward to the next couple of events that will be ending this years women's month @ Shaw Temple. Please check out the upcoming events on our website @ www.shawtemple.org The extravaganza will be held on August 30th 2009 at Shaw Temple @ 3pm There will be selections rendered by the women's 100 choir and praises unto God shall go up for another successful year of the women's months events. All praises be unto the Most High God.

A special thank you to all the women on the Women's Month committe that made all events possible! may God forever bless you and smile on you!