Leadership

Walk with Me

Numbers 33:1New International Version (NIV)

Stages in Israel’s Journey

33 Here are the stages in the journey of the Israelites when they came out of Egypt by divisions under the leadership of Moses and Aaron.

 

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf
When a bitter civil war tore Liberia apart over a decade ago, Sirleaf helped mend the country, a remarkable feat of leadership that earned her the 2011 Nobel Peace Prize. Last summer, when another menace, the Ebola virus, wreaked havoc, Sirleaf was slower to act—a mistake she candidly acknowledged. But after that tepid initial response, she brought the full weight of her government to bear and helped bring the crisis to an end. To be sure, Liberia’s president, the first female head of state in Africa, has not done enough to tackle the country’s endemic corruption, but few think anyone but Sirleaf could have helped rescue the country the way she did—twice

 Amazing job for the President of Liberia.  We are predestine by God for leadership. President Sirleaf at the age of 76 represents outstanding greatness as we wind down March women of Greatness.
As a random act of kindness let any woman know she is a winner.  Be a Blessing and display an act of leadership. You are a Winner!

https://youtu.be/ewAMZ615zxw 

Critical Thinking

Spirit of Savior

Philippians 4:8New International Version (NIV)

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Critical Thinking:

1) critical thinking is not just thinking, but thinking which entails self-improvement

2) this improvement comes from skill in using standards by which one appropriately assesses thinking. To put it briefly, it is self-improvement (in thinking) through standards (that assess thinking).

Before the term Critical Thinking was develop we use the words common sense.  This term was used when we needed direction, judgment and sound decision making. I notice many Colleges and Universities offer the course Critical Thinking.  News flash ! This subject should begin at home.



20yr old Jeffrey Williams

Mugshot of Jeffrey Williams, 20, charged with shooting two cops in Ferguson, MO, per St Louis County police

 

Like Forrest Gump would say "Stupid is as Stupid does"  I'm not sure if Williams thought he was auditioning for a new TV series pilot or gathering brownie points within the neighborhood.  For whatever reason it was a non thought out senseless act that harm two other individuals. Less not forget the lost of his freedom for a long time.

For all when in doubt between right and wrong do it the old fashion way. Ask God. He has provide us with oldest book base on Critical Thinking the Bible.   God also provided us with the greatest facilitator ever Jesus Christ. Today we can seek guidance and Wisdom with the Holy Spirit.
 

Today as a random act of kindness share some Critical thoughts with someone that needs a nudge in the right direction.  Be a Blessing and share

a piece of Critical Knowledge.  It's time for piece.
 

 https://youtu.be/d8KYBpfwOg0

 



Job well done

Jesus

Psalm 55:12-13New International Version (NIV)



¹² If an enemy were insulting me,
    I could endure it;
if a foe were rising against me, 
    I could hide.
¹³ But it is you, a man like myself,
    my companion, my close friend,

 

By now you can tell Psalm 55:12-13 is one of my all time favorite verses. It fitting for all of the social issues we are experiencing today.

 

 

The president of the University of Oklahoma announced he's severing ties with the local chapter of Sigma Alpha Epsilon after several members of the fraternity were caught on camera singing a racist song. 

    First we must commend the students at the University of Oklahoma for getting the job done in a Peaceful way.  Everyone on that bus that chanted those racial slurs should realize we are not having it.  God's not having it. Nobody's greater! Outside of that fraternity house they were attacking all students Black and White along with the revenue from sports sponsors that  support The University of Oklahoma. What made those college students join a Fraternity that support racism?  Let's take it home. Their parents might not have told them to join but no one said that sort of behavior is was not right. 

 

VaShawn Mitchell Nobody Greater!
https://youtu.be/9QSbqSuwwx0
 

As a random act of kindness today share Psalm 55:12-13 with someone that does not look like you.  Be a Blessing give a hand shake or a hug.







Different

People see you before they hear you.  Powerful statement that is true.  Around the world the lighter the skin tone the more accepted you are.







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Light of the World

Psalm 55:12-13New International Version (NIV)

¹² If an enemy were insulting me,
    I could endure it;
if a foe were rising against me,
    I could hide.
¹³ But it is you, a man like myself,
    my companion, my close friend,



Selma March 1965

We read Psalm  55 when we viewed the 50th anniversary Selma March. Well it also applies to world issues because Jesus Christ is the light of the world.
From Selma, Ferguson Mo. to South Africa the lesson to learn is the Lord is the light.


Boko Haram
 

Psalm 27

Of David.

¹ The Lord is my light and my salvation—
    whom shall I fear?
The Lord is the stronghold of my life—
    of whom shall I be afraid?

² When the wicked advance against me
    to devour^[a] me,
it is my enemies and my foes
    who will stumble and fall.
³ Though an army besiege me,
    my heart will not fear

Boko Haram pledges to assist ISIS. KKK superiority, Black on Black crime , Dysfunctional Family's the list is endless.  The point is all the hate being displayed is anti Christ.  God sent his only begotten son Jesus Christ to deliver his message of  Love and Peace to the World. As Psalms 23 states the Lord is the light not man.

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http://youtu.be/9AjkUyX0rVw

 

No Weapon

Psalm 55:12-13New International Version (NIV)

Jesus spreading the word

¹² If an enemy were insulting me,
    I could endure it;
if a foe were rising against me,
    I could hide.
¹³ But it is you, a man like myself,
    my companion, my close friend,

 

Jesus purpose was to spread the message  of Love and Peace.

President Obama in Selma
 

So I hope you'll take a moment to hear what Barack had to say today in Selma.

Fred Hammond

March 7 marks the 50th anniversary of the Selma March also known as Bloody Sunday. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Congressman John Lewis, and so many other unsung heroes crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge -- standing up for voting rights and full equality under the law for all Americans.

 

Since Bloody Sunday life has change for the better .  The Civil Rights movement got the job done.  The enemy in today's society is within ourselves. By not getting out to vote we have manage to drop the ball.
As a random act of kindness share with someone the Goodness of God and how he provided us with such faithful Civil Right leaders as John Lewis, Dr. Joseph Lowery and Jessie Jackson.  Be a Blessing and share some  Black History.

http://youtu.be/BzAkMvK1Ljw
 

 

Mentor

2 Peter 1:5-9New International Version (NIV)

Come to me

⁵ For this very reason, make every effort to add to your faith goodness; and to goodness, knowledge; ⁶ and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness; ⁷ and to godliness, mutual affection; and to mutual affection, love. ⁸ For if you possess these qualities in increasing measure, they will keep you from being ineffective and unproductive in your knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. ⁹ But whoever does not have them is nearsighted and blind, forgetting that they have been cleansed from their past sins

We are going to continue with our relationship series.  We previously covered the importance of families in developing social skills with each other. What if their is no family to turn too?  Many of our youth are in foster care or just raising themselves .  Well today more than every before we rely on others for help or what we now call mentors.  Remember Jesus Christ was the original mentor sent by God.

Mentors:  a wise and trusted counselor or teacher.

In 1993 the National Guard founded the Youth ChalleNGe program in an attempt to help curtail the growing high school dropout crisis and its impact on the nation's youth, economy and national security. Over 8,000 students are dropping out of school every ...

 

As a random act of kindness let a young person know the importance of education.  Be a Blessing and share your knowledge.

 

Youth Gospel Harmony http://youtu.be/dzZsJM26Rr8

Establishing Relationships

Pure Love of Christ

Proverbs 13:20New International Version (NIV)

²⁰ Walk with the wise and become wise,

for a companion of fools suffers harm.

 

Proverbs 11:14New International Version (NIV)
¹⁴ For lack of guidance a nation falls,
    but victory is won through many advisers



This it where it all begins at birth. The caring ,coddling, loving and warm touch.

Emily and Danny



Talk to me

Within our homes as parents we are considered the advisers for our children. It is our job to help develop our children's attitude about God and each other. I know some parents think If I cloth, educate, and feed my child I 'm done.  Not!
  Proverbs states Wisdom can be gain from our advisers. So parents take ownership of your duties as an adviser. Clearly the best go to person about life is Mom and Dad. Besides we don't want the streets to take over our duties.

As a random act of kindness share with a young person the responsibilities in life.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing of Wisdom.





Soweto Young Gospel Choir

http://youtu.be/hgh_XvkeQgI

 

 

 

Love and Relationships

Marriage of a Virgin

1 Corinthians 7:27New International Version (NIV)

²⁷ Are you pledged to a woman? Do not seek to be released. Are you free from such a commitment? Do not look for a wife

The Love between a Man and Woman is defined several times in the Bible.  This is a special commitment that should be honored and respected by both Man and Woman under the guidance of Jesus Christ.
No one wants to loose their spouse to another man, woman, drugs or any social pressures. All relationship we share should be God centered.
 


Acacia Slaton.
http://t.co/WIUY6ZhTja http://t.co/o1OUkFNeGy
The Serpent Beguile Eve

 

Author Acacia Slaton has written a book that many people can identify with.  The Serpent Beguile Eve ls a story about a Woman that lost her husband to another Man. As a mother of 2 Eve thought her marriage was secure.

During my lifetime I have witness many broken relationships between parents and children, man and wife and brother and sisters.  If many individuals that are God centered would reach out to like minded individuals as friends and mates we could reduce the rate of error.  Like needs to be with like mined.  Being honest and true to yourself and others can eliminate heart break.  That is an important lesson that I was reminded of  by my mother.

 Relationships , how we treat each other should be taught at an early age. Why? If your life is God centered you have the right to expect that from another individual.  When in question about another persons character ask God. Then rely on the Holy Spirit to guide and direct your choices.
Question is are your life choices centered around God?
As a random act of kindness  let someone know the answer to any good relationship is God.  Be a Blessing display a God centered relationship with someone.

http://youtu.be/0mtt8xKebv0





Friends? or Terrorist

Previously we spoke about living life for your highest good and greatest Joy.  Today we are going to Pray about Friends. What is a Friend?

Friend: a person who is on good terms with another; a person who is not hostile:


Jesus and his Disciples

1 Samuel 20:42

Jonathan said to David, “Go in peace, for we have sworn friendship with each other in the name of the Lord, saying, ‘The Lord is witness between you and me, and between your descendants and my descendants forever.’” Then David left, and Jonathan went back to the town

 

Yes Jesus and his Disciples were friends.  They had a common great goal. Delivering the message of God.

 

Today as we select our friends we should select our relationships base on common goals and knowledge.  That common factor should be centered around God.  Remember we should all be working for each others highest good and greatest joy.


Jihadi John Wanted

Recently in Atlanta we witness  Myriah Pointer being beaten unmercifully by her friends.  With Friends like that you don't need any enemies. Take a moment and watch.




Myriah Pointer>
 http://www.11alive.com/story/news/crime/2015/02/26/atlanta-beating-video/24085727/
 

As  children our personal circle of people is selected for us.  As a parent it is important what we display and teach our children about the Love and respect Jesus taught.  Some may say "it's not all that" Yes it is . It's all of that and then some.  Today I can't tell the difference between the Friends of Mariah , ISIS the terrorist group, Gangsters, Mafia or Shug Knight. Really can you see the difference?
The best recipe for Friendship is " God + You + Me= Friends".   Make a conscious decision while fasting for Lent to eliminate anyone that is not working for your highest good or greatest joy. 
Within your  circle of Family and Friends remember Friends are to be use not abuse.
  As a random act of kindness tell someone the meaning of Friend.  Be a Blessing give a Blessing of Friendship. Luv You!


http://youtu.be/0suo4DmFZ0s?list=PL6K2jRmHfcFCfReC_6xTHrBVr6l7WQiDG 

Lent

What is Lent?  Lent is the opportunity to change what we ought to change but have not...Lent is about becoming, doing and changing whatever it is that is blocking the fullness of life in us right now... Lent is a summons to live anew...Lent is the time to let life in again, to rebuild the worlds we've allowed to go sterile, to "fast and weep and mourn" for the goods we've foregone. If our own lives are not to die from lack of nourishment, we must sacrifice the pride or the sloth or the listlessness that blocks us from beginning again. Then, as

Lent

 Joel (2:12-18) promises, God will have pity on us and pour into our hearts the life we know down deep that we are lacking

February 18, 2015 marks the beginning of the Lent season. Lent gives us an opportunity to get rid of the old (garbage) and welcome the new (Grace of God).
While fasting this is the perfect time to reprogram our thoughts.  We might have to eliminate some people, places and terrible habits. Why not ?  If it's not working for your highest good and greatest joy it must go.  Got to go! Got to go !

The message from Pope Francis this year for lent
“This initiative is to let people know that it is never too late and there is always a way back,”  God's Grace.

This week I decided to Pray about relationships in our lives.  God's intention for all is to live in Love and Peace.  Sometimes we need to alter, change or eliminate to make God's purpose for life work for our highest good.






George Harrison

http://youtu.be/0kNGnIKUdMI?list=PL6K2jRmHfcFCfReC_6xTHrBVr6l7WQiDG