All Things New!!!

"Therefore if any man is in Christ, he is a new creature: behold old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." 2 Corinthians 5:17

Happy New Year!!!

Before I go any further in this post let me ask you a question.  Do you know Jesus Christ as your personal Lord and Savior?  What better way to start 2013 then by asking Jesus Christ into your heart at this very moment.  You can simply say this prayer.

"Dear Heavenly Father, I come to you in the name of Jesus Christ, your Son.  I believe He died on the cross for my sins.  I repent of my sins, and ask you to forgive me.  I believe You raised Jesus from the dead, and I receive Him now as my personal Lord and Savior.  Thank you that my name is now written in the Lambs Book of Life, and I know that when I die, I will be with you in Heaven for all eternity. In Jesus name I pray.  Amen"

If you just prayed this pray we believe you are saved.   You are now my brother or sister in Jesus Christ.  Here are a few steps for you to get closer to God as a new believer in Jesus Christ.

Get baptized as commanded by Jesus Christ.

Tell someone else about your new faith in Jesus Christ.

Spend time with God each day through daily prayer and reading the Bible.

Seek fellowship and friendships with other followers of Jesus Christ.

Find a Bible believing church to attend regularly.

Wow!  There is no better way to start 2013 then as a new believer in Jesus Christ.  Praise God!  Can you believe that we are now in 2013?  Where did the time go?  The beginning of a new year is a special time.  You start the new year with a blank page ready to be written on.  What will your 2013 story consist of.  Maybe God put on your heart a task to do in 2012 (or 2011) that you have been waiting or hesitating to start.  What better time then now to get started!

My advice to you (and to myself) is to ask God what does He want you to do this year and then follow His leading.  Proverbs tells us to commit our plans to the Lord.  Yes we can make plans for this new year but we must commit them to God so that ultimately His will is done. 

May God bless you this year.  And may those blessings be exceedingly and abundantly more then you could ever ask or think.  In Jesus name I pray.  Amen. 

Much Love,

Jamison

Holiday Greetings!

Greetings Everyone! It has been a wonderful and exciting experience sharing God's inspirations with you all. Continue to remain encouraged!!! Don't reminisce on the negative things because this isn't of God BUT focus on how He's continually blessing us with His presence, His favor and grace. Please remember the families grieving the losses over the victims of Sandy Hook and the slain Memphis Officer Lang in your prayers.

From the bottom of our hearts, we wish you and your families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Jamison and I love you and God Bless!

Sincerely,


Chaquita

Spiritual Motivation

“For we are God’s masterpiece. He has created us anew in Christ Jesus, so we can do the good things he planned for us long ago.” Ephesians 2:10

Greetings Jewels! Isn't it interesting to know how people can become so intrigued with their daily lives? We look forward to planning or attending the next social event with EXCITEMENT...we look forward to the new fab or trend with hopes that no one else is aware of...we look forward to the end of our work schedule, with much EXCITEMENT but yet when it comes to God's work, we tend to become less concerned and not readily prepared to experience SACRIFICES, LONG HOURS AND EVEN SECRETLY SHED TEARS...but yet we wonder, where is the EXCITEMENT?!?

Daily, I'm learning that God's work is not based upon self-gratification; more soley on his perfect will being manifested through our lives. Please do not misunderstand! I'm not saying that you can not have fun in God because you can; I'm simply saying there will be times that you will have to let go of some things or bad habits in order for God to begin the pruning process. For example, ladies how long have you been trying to shed those unwanted pounds?!? My point exactly...LOL...Now you see, you can HAVE FUN in the Lord!

To reiterate, in all that you do for the Lord, remember to do it with MUCH JOY, LOVE AND EXCITEMENT. As stated in the scripture above, God has already predestined you for a purpose so don't be discouraged in your daily walk with the Lord. Look forward to seeing Him per-fect His perfect will in you.


Many blessings upon you,


Chaquita

"His Love Endures Forever"

Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; his love endures forever. Let Israel say:“His love endures forever.”  Let the house of Aaron say:“His love endures forever.” Let those who fear the Lord say: “His love endures forever.” (Psalms 118: 1-4)

Hello Everyone!

Thanksgiving is just around the corner, HOORAY! Many of us will either travel to gather with families and friends or remain in the comfort of your own home with your families. Whatever your pleasure, ENJOY....ENJOY...ENJOY!

Isn't it amazing how time flies?!? Lord willing, we're about to embrace another season and New Year. Reflecting on past events, there are some things such as people, places etc that have either withered or passed away. Only remains left behind are its memories. You may not ever be able to receive or give back love in return but at least you have the memories, right?!?

Now picture God's love. Isn't it beautiful? It's not a fleeting memory but it's an everlasting love that's available to all mankind, whose not afraid or unwilling to receive it!!! No matter how old or young we are, HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER. Regardless of our circumstances, HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER!!! Even with unanswered prayers, KEEP PRAYING, because HIS LOVE ENDURES FOREVER!!!

Pray this message will marinate your minds and hearts. Remember God loves you and so do I.




Happy Thanksgiving,


Chaquita

Putting Your Feet To Your Faith

Hello Everyone,

I wanted to take a quick moment over lunch to share this thought with you.

This week at my church we are having revival services.  For those of you who don't know what that is, revival is a service were Christian's come together to hear the Word of God, be encouraged in our faith and rededicate ourselves to doing God work. (I had someone ask me what is revival yesterday.)

Last night the speaker talked about faith.  She quoted Matthew 9:29 which says, "...according to your faith be it unto you."  You can read the entire chapter to get a clear understanding of the scripture text.  This chapter in Matthew tells the story of the blind men who were following Jesus asking to be healed of their blindness.  Jesus lays His hands on their eyes and then says according to your faith be it unto you and instantly they received their sight.

So how did feet come into the picture?  Well the speaker really talked about how the blind men followed Jesus although they could not see him.  Then it hit me... they put their feet to their faith.  They believed with all of there hearts that Jesus could and would heal them.  They began to walk in the direction of were their faith which was in Jesus.  So many times we have faith in people and things and therefore we begin to follow them.  Place your faith in Jesus Christ and follow after Him.

Okay, I hope you get this with me.  If you are believing God to do something in your life.  If you have been praying, asking God, seeking God and knocking on God's door for something put your feet to your faith!!! Follow Jesus and begin walking in the direction that you are wanting to go.

If you have been asking for a job, begin get your feet in line with your faith and go after the job you want.  Have you been asking for God to help with financial provision? Begin to put you feet to your faith and look for ways to earn income while you keep faith that He will pour down a blessing upon you.

Now for my single Sisters seeking a spouse.  Do not, I repeat do not take this to mean that you are to hunt down a man like a tiger hunts down its prey.  It is up to the man to look for the woman.  "He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the Lord." Proverbs 18:22 NIV.  Putting your feet to faith in this area is to begin to prepare yourself to be a wife.  Ask yourself, do you need to improve your relationship with Jesus Christ so that you can be a true blessing to your husband, do you need to work on being a better housekeeper, better at managing your finances or becoming a better cook.  If the answer is yes to any of those questions then put your feet to faith in those areas and follow Jesus Christ as you prepare yourself.

What a revelation?!?!  I so love God.  He just blows my mind!

Asking God to bless each of you in a mighty way.

Much Love,
Jamison

Something's Gotta Give

Good Afternoon!

BE ENCOURAGED ON THIS DAY! YOUR CURRENT SITUATION DOES NOT DEFINE WHO YOU ARE; BUT IT'S HOW YOU DEFINE THAT SITUATION.

BE ENCOURAGED MY BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN THE LORD AND KNOW THAT HE HAS SOMETHING IN STORE FOR YOU. IF YOU HAVE TO CRY, THEN CRY. IF YOU HAVE TO WEEP, THEN WEEP. IF YOU HAVE TO MOAN A LITTLE WHILE LONGER, THEN MAY THE HEAVENLY CHOIR RECEIVE EACH AND EVERY SOUND!

BE ENCOURAGED TO NOT ALLOW SATAN OR ANY MISHAPS AFFECT YOUR JOY THIS DAY OR THIS WEEK! JUST CONTINUE TO DECLARE GOD'S WORD OVER YOURSELF, YOUR FAMILY AND YOUR CHILDREN. PRAY GOD WILL STREGTHEN YOU WHEN IT APPEARS OTHERS MAY HAVE COUNTED YOU OUT. BELIEVE GOD TO BE YOUR STRONG TOWER WHEN SITUATIONS SEEM AS IF THEY'RE ABOUT TO OVERTAKE YOU. HOLD ON TO GOD AND HIS PROMISES...HE'S CERTANILY NOT THROUGH WITH YOU AND I KNOW HE'S DEFINITELY NOT THROUGH WITH ME!

MAKE SURE YOU TELL ANY AND EVERY BYSTANDER TO WEAR THEIR SHADES BECAUSE GOD IS GETTING READY TO DO SOMETHING FOR YOU, HALLELUJAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!




PEACE & BLESSINGS,


CHAQUITA

November Memory Verse In everything give thanks!

Hello Everyone,

It is time for the November memory verse!  

"Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."

(1 Thessalonians 5:18, NIV)

As Chaquita said in her last post, our minds become so bogged down with the issues of daily life.  Work, church and family can all be sources of stress.  But when life hits us in the face and we are in the middle of whatever the issue may be, give God thanks while in it. Thanking Leads to Blessing!

The pain, struggle and disappointment you are dealing with in this season are only for a moment.  Yes you may feel that it will never end but God holds your future.  He knows the plan He has for you. Thank Him in advance!!!  

 Much Love,

Jamison