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!
When was the last time you took time out of your busy schedule to write your spouse a letter? Not just a list of to-dos, but just a letter saying how much you appreciate them and value having them in your life. Do it today!! Below is something you can use as a start to encourage your spouse on today. My letter is to my sweetheart James but you can add your spouse's name and cater it to you.
Dear James,
I wanted to write this letter to let you know that I am thinking about you and that I love you so much. I know we have our differences and God made us two different people, but He made us just for each other. I appreciate all that you have done for me and all that you continue to do to show your love for me. Thank You!
You make me smile when I don't feel like smiling; you make me happy when I am sad and you bring joy and peace into my everyday worries. For that, I am so blessed to have you as my spouse and I am thankful for you every day.
I cherish each day I can wake up next to you and that we can spend together, whether it's a lot of time or a small block of time. I also cherish each night that we share our bed together; knowing that we can end our night as one holding each other, and letting go of the worries from that day.
I often look up and ask the question, "Can I really be this blessed to have you in my life?" My answer is always a resounding yes because how can I complain about someone as wonderful as you are.
Please forgive me if I have ever done or said anything to hurt you, because I want us walk this journey together in love and a renewed commitment to each other.
So on this day, I wanted to thank you for loving me, thank you for putting up with me, thank you for being patient with me, thank you for making me smile, thank you for serving me and most of all, thank you for being the Godly person that you are.
May God forever bless our marriage not just as a marriage, but as a "holy matrimony," so that as we walk this journey side-by-side and day-by-day, we will remain as one until "death parts us from each other."
Love Always,
Dawgelene (Your wife forever)
What happens when you have been married for more than a year, you don’t feel like newlyweds anymore, and the reality of living the married life has kicked in? Don't you know that your Children, career, ministry, family, in-laws, education and self all affect how you interact with your spouses? This is the person you have committed to spend the remainder of your life with until death due you apart. You both work; have individual interests, have family commitments and then you need time for each other. How do you balance it all out?
We love each other very much and know we are each others soulmate. We both know that we have our individual interests, but we also have each other. We know that it was a part of the awesome plan of God for us to remain faithfully married and continue to work towards inspiring other marriages to succeed. In order for us to do this, we had to come up with a plan to ensure that things outside of our marriage, did not affect the productivity of our marriage.
Here is what we did:
** Daily Prayer- We pray together daily for our marriage, family and time together. We start our day putting God first and then we can focus on the things that He desires for us to accomplish in our marriage.
** Daily Talks- We talk everyday about everything and anything. Whether its related to bills, children, spending time together, cracking jokes or talking seriously. It doesn't matter if we talk in person or on the phone, we just know how important it is to commmunicate with each other every day.
** Daily Physical Contact- This gets kind of tricky because all contact does not have to be sexual. We ensure that we don't leave the house without kissing each other. We do the same thing when we return home. We might grab each others hand in passing, a tap on the shoulder, a shoulder rub, a scalp massage or a lower back rub. Its important to have that contact with your mate.
** Daily care and concern- Nothing is worse than your spouse telling you something important to them and for you to show a lack of concern. When you are communicating with your spouse, its important to give them your full attention, so they will know that you have genuine concern regarding what they are telling you.
** Daily Honesty- Make it a point to be honest with each other. Work through your issues but be honest. Even if it is uncomfortable talking about certain things, pray and seek God in guidance on how to deliver your message.
** Daily Love- Telling someone you love them is one thing, but your action will tell them otherwise. Make it a point to show your love for your spouse everyday. Call them, text them, send them an email, write them a letter, send them an e-card, fix dinner, take them to lunch, buy a rose, buy cologne, buy dinner, buy chocolates or take them to a movie. How ever you show love where your spouse will know it, SHOW IT!!!
God wants us to have marriages that will last and be a blessing to other couples that might be struggling in their marriage. Glorify God by glorifying your marriage in all situations.
Blessedly Yours- James & Dawgelene