This is officially "Holy Week" across the world. This is a time where Christians, Jews and those that observe the life, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ celebrate. Yesterday marked the beginning of "Holy Week" with the celebration of "Palm Sunday." OK, so maybe you don't know what it means, but it marked the time that Jesus rode through the streets on a colt, with His followers praising Him for being the "King of the Jews." It is also important to note that most of those same people that praised Him on "Palm" Sunday, were the same ones that sought to have Him crucified by Friday! It certainly puts our life in perspective.
Anyway, we couldn't help but reflect on all of the sacrifices that we believe Jesus made for us. We will never truly know the extent of the pain and suffering that He endured, but it is important to know that we are here today because of His goodness, mercy and agape Love.
It is important that on this week, as well as beyond, that we pray for radical God- inspired change in our lives and the lives of those throughout the world. We need change in our finances, change in our marriage; change in being parents, change on our jobs and change in how we connect with others and wins souls to Christ!
WE NEED CHANGE!
On this "Holy" week, take time to reflect on the goodness of Jesus and all He has done for YOU. Allow Him to use you for His Glory and to do His perfect will in your life!
Have A Be Blessed Week!!!
Have you ever looked at the rain and wondered where it came from and how many droplets are falling? Did you ever take pleasure in playing in the rain and listening to it fall outside your window when you were a child? Now, the amazing thing about rain is that there is a "being" or "force" that exists, that has the ultimate power to supply a flow of rain over the entire earth!
Now that is truly amazing!! Amazing because, this "being" has to be so powerful and omnipotent, that with the blink of an eye, rain can fall, stop, drizzle and flow to every corner of the earth. To know that such a "force" exists should be enough to keep you on your toes and longing to fall under the Grace of this awesome "being"!!
The "being" I am talking about is the Almighty and powerful God! God is awesome and even the tiniest rain drop that He provides, impacts the development and growth of the very earth that we live on. Just imagine how much we can develop if we allow His "rain" of hope, love, commitment, obedience, servant-hood, etc fall down on us and soak our lives!!
In Theaters March 27, 2009
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The Sangsters Love as One
Are you living as "One" with your spouse? Mark 10:8 tells us that "...and the two shall become one flesh; and that they are no longer two, but one." It is seemingly easy to understand that scripture, but applying it daily in your marriage can be a different story. Learn to walk as one with your spouse. Even on the days when it seems like things are rough.
Remember 1 Corinthians 13: 4-8 and meditate on it. The love that Christ has in you WILL prevail.
One Love!!
Black History month is upon us and this year is special for African Americans. We have our first Black president of the United States, Barack Obama, and have jumped a big hurdle. This hurdle is one that was built constantly through many generations of racism, lack of opportunities, lack of quality education and lack of a good quality of life. Now, the people of our country have stood up and said, "NO MORE." They want to ensure that we, as a unified nation, come together and push our country and its occupants forward, through a collective effort of everyone. This is the moment where I say "THANK GOD FOR JESUS!"
But you know, this month is special to me as an African American wife, mother, daughter, sister, and friend. I wear many hats, but the one that I want to kick this month off with is that of a wife. I am married to a strong Black man that deserves all the good things God has in store for him. But why does he deserve reverence this month?
God's Word
My husband is so full of the Word of God that I am in such awe. No one can speak it like he can and when he talks, it sends chills up and down my spine.
Wisdom
My husband is full of knowledge and wisdom that he has learned over the years. I can embrace it and pass it on to the next generation.
Patience
My husband has the patience of Job and I think that is enough said!
Strength
My husband stands strong not only in physical strength, but when our family is faced with challenges, he holds us together.
Love
My husband loves me unconditionally in spite of my faults or our differences.
Respect
My husband respects me as his wife, as a mother, as a career woman and as an individual person. He constantly holds me up and give me words of power to soothe my soul.
Cook
I don't think there is a man on this earth that can cook like my husband. He can cook anything and it always taste so good.
Discipline
My husband has so much discipline when it comes to doing anything, especially rearing the kids, which can be challenging sometimes.
Attire
My husband can dress better than the best of them. His ties, shoes, shirts and other attire is always top notch. AND, he can iron better than a cleaners.
Stroll
My husband has this walk that NO MAN can ever mimic or replace. His stroll is so cool, powerful and just manly!
Our Yard
No one can grow flowers, mow the lawn or keep our yard looking so wonderful like my husband. He knows which flowers to grow and which ones look best in each section of the yard. I think our grass is truly greener in our yard!
He is the best ever and I love him so much. I am so Blessed to have him in my life and it's truly a privilege for me to have this opportunity to share my life with him.
Give your husband some love this month and tell him how much of a strong Black man he is. On the other hand, if you are not married to a Black man, then just tell your husband how wonderful and strong he is to you!