Despite what I can't see...

Something I heard said tonight at church that really convicted me:

We can't see God. So sometimes we promise to do things for Him and when we don't follow through, then it's not a big deal to us. Although if we promise to do something for a friend, coworker, or anyone else, we feel bad about it and care about how they feel because we can see their physical reactions to our failures.

Just because we can't see God's reaction, doesn't mean He isn't disappointed in us. He's not happy when we fail to do what we said we would do. It is important to be just as conscious to God's feelings the same as anyone else in front of us, even more!

I want God to be please and see that I can follow through with the things He has called me to do! I do
I wouldn't want to see God's face of anger or disappointment in me and even though I haven't, doesn't mean it should not matter as much!

WOW....it's been too long...

I need to be more consistent with this blog. I do have a lot to share, but I've been very busy with school.

So, let me get some things together and done and I'll be back real soon with words of encouragement, testimonies, updates, etc.

Up Late...Thinking A Lot

I'm a night owl. I stay up late, listening to music while working and/or designing. 

Here's what I'm thinking about:

Self examination/reflection...thinking about my life, what I've done, what I'm doing now, what will I be doing later on; what others see when they see me...their perception of my personality, my abilities/gifts/talents, etc. Am I using my time wisely? What's the point of...? What am I thinking so much? 

I wonder about a lot of things (whether it all matters or not), but overall is what I'm doing is what God wants me to do? Is He pleased or disappointed?

Sometimes I get discourage or really not sure about what I'm doing, although God gave me these gifts/talents for a reason. If I used what He gave me to His glory, I have nothing to worry about. I'm called to have the right attitude, intentions, and outlook. All I do is because of Him.

So I pray this path I'm on, the things I'm doing now, my goals and desires are lining up with God's will for me. It will mean nothing if it is not for God!

It has to stop...or at least lessen!

Only God knows the hearts, the intentions, and motives of those who do wrong. I don't always understand how and why people are sometimes can be so mean, deceiving, selfish, inconsiderate, arrogant, and/or have this sense of self-entitlement. They also know better than someone else and want others to do so much for them, but won't do the same in return. It is so important to examine yourself each and every day, so you don't fool yourself into thinking that you're always good with yourself and everyone else. We all can be found at fault of not being completely honest, selfish, and thinking we deserve more. God requires us to put Him and others before ourselves.
The sad part is that this behavior is seen among Christians. How is the world suppose to differentiate the spiritual from the worldly if it all looks the same?
We need to go back to basics and get ourselves together. Where is the love? Where is the accountability? Where is the sense of unity and peace among ourselves?
God expects more of us...Christian or not, but especially those calling themselves Christians.
It has to stop...or at least lessen.
This mess can't continue! Let's get some order and get back to who God call us to be!

Spring Break

So this spring break I'm working on getting back on track with things I have put down, neglected, or just need to finally get started.

First I'm going back to the gym. I haven't been in awhile, but I never give up at trying to be more consistent in going to it. If I stop for awhile, I just make sure to go back again.

Then I'm working on getting school work that isn't due until the end of semester done ahead of time. I want to try to get as much done as I can as soon as I can.

Also I'm working on promoting and getting work done for my business and my friend's businesses. I have quite a few flyers to make, so I'm going to use this break to complete them.

Last, but not least I plan on take one day at a time and chill out!  I can easily get overwhelmed, so I want to take time for myself and enjoy my break from school.

Check yourself and your emotions!

You are in control of your emotions. You choose how to feel in whatever situation you're placed in. If something makes you anger, you have allowed it to make you feel that way. If something else makes you happy, you chose to feel happy about it. If you trust God more and allow Him to work in you, your emotions won't have control over you.

I'm Asking Myself...

Thinking about God's calling for me. What am I aming to do with my life? What should I be doing with what God has given me? What is my purpose? How do I fulfill that purpose? Am I partnered with other believers as I should be? What is my perspective in terms of God working in my life, doing things His way?

I do have some answers, some surety. God has revealed some things to me, but I think it is good to examine and just make sure that I'm doing what God is commanding me to do. I'm looking at how I am spiritual and praying that the areas I fall short or am weak in, I be one better and stronger.

Reality check! It is needed from time to time!