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A New Way to Study

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I used to watch short stories on youtube and my son said I shouldn’t be watching or listening to these stories. I can actually see myself in some of them and think what would happen if I could rewrite my story and make people who think they know everything about who they believe I am. 

**side note: Here are a few of what I call positive stories (not all I see myself in them, don’t think I saved those, but a few I liked) and thought I would rewatch again one day.

1.   https://youtu.be/qY0CBmXD16s?si=VBSO6vBPywGwckK_

2.  https://youtu.be/FxnJxDjheUU?si=RPdEjszuDwDHiQLR

Then I started rethinking about how I am praying. I have been looking at my purple and white journal, where I started taking notes as I study the bible, and realized I am not praying correctly or enough.

I was about to turn youtube off when I noticed a video that caught my attention and these are truly positive words to listen to. 

  1. https://youtu.be/8hEtcvv6xP0?si=JZmcgY4jecMqplXM
  2. https://youtu.be/rxvWWbN2yGw?si=tidF7Py9Qh0uUkzp

After looking/listening to a few of these made me remember something I read and have been taught by my late pastor and know about the power of words. I wish I could remember off hand where in the bible it says this, but its not hard to look it up.

{} https://bible.com/bible/114/col.4.6.NKJV   Colossians 4:6 NKJV

[6] Let your speech always be with grace, seasoned with salt, that you may know how you ought to answer each one.{}

{} https://bible.com/bible/114/mat.12.36.NKJV    Matthew 12:36 NKJV

[36] But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment.{} 

{} https://bible.com/bible/114/rom.10.17.NKJV  Romans 10:17 NKJV

[17] So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.{} 

{} https://bible.com/bible/114/2co.5.7.NKJV  II Corinthians 5:7 NKJV

[7] For we walk by faith, not by sight. {} 

{} https://bible.com/bible/114/jas.2.17.NKJV  James 2:17 NKJV

[17] Thus also faith by itself, if it does not have works, is dead.{} 

The words you say and believe are powerful, if your faith is strong. It’s not what you say, but how you say it? I know I have prayed for good health, a clear mind, and a better job. One would think that’s enough, but it isn’t even close enough. It isn’t what you pray for, but how you are praying. 

**side note : I was trying to calm my nerves as I  typed and was starting to get overwhelmed. The words in my head started to blur and when I had to bite my finger, because I wanted to scream. I clicked on this video and that helped calm me down. Then I heard something within this story, I had just written, and that’s why I am adding it here: https://youtu.be/trtH-QanexA?si=UjB-yF0F-ZQ9iN1j

I was/no I am going to start a new prayer book. This book will give detailed information about what I want, how I believe I will achieve those goals, and a bible verse to go along with each goal.  

**side note : I haven’t decided if I will post what my new book looks like, but this time I am writing for myself and not for anyone else. I did give an idea of what it will look like and if it will help someone else take a step to move forward, I am Happy……………

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Bye IV Now, LD*

I Know Who I Am…

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People are so righteous with their judgements and cruel words dressed up in politeness. I wonder if saying these hurtful words make them feel good. I went back to staying alone in a crowd and I thought I had done a good job. I am still friendly, because I am not going to change who I am and will always say kind words before moving on. Then someone said, “you look colorful today,” as I walked by. I half turned and said, “thank you.” I found myself frowning as I walked farther back into the church. I had on a burgundy skirt with mustard yellow, dark blue colored dots, over burgundy legging, and a mustard colored blouse. My coat was red, because it’s the only dressy coat I have. I admit the red may not have matched, but I was warm and to me that’s all that mattered.

Matthew 7:2 NIV [2] For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. https://bible.com/bible/111/mat.7.2.NIV

I found my seat and opened my Holy Bible app. I was slowly calming down, then out of nowhere a question came to mind. Has anyone gotten a gift and you say, “thank you” but you don’t call or text to keep repeating those words. Does that make you ungrateful?

Then that person who gave you the gift calls and berates you for over ten minutes telling you how you have no self-esteem, because you are overweight and you should be looking for a better job. Telling you the amount of the gift, going out of their way to get the perfect gift, and…

In a calm voice, I cut them off by saying, “I know who I am, and I am beautiful no matter my dress size. I know I am loved and no man, woman, or child has the right to judge me. I’m glad you learned from our late pastor and you can quote the Bible, but…..

I stopped talking and let my words sink in. I wasn’t surprised when that phone call ended. I don’t know if she actually understood my words, but I’m good. 

1 Peter 3:3-4 NIV [3] Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as elaborate hairstyles and the wearing of gold jewelry or fine clothes. [4] Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight.  https://bible.com/bible/111/1pe.3.3-4.NIV

Bye IV Now, LD*

Need to Talk…

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I keep saying I am going to do better, but at the same time, I do not want to hurt anyone’s feelings. I know if I don’t talk things out and hold back my feelings, I will be the one who is hurt.

1 Peter 4:8 NIV [8] Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins.  https://bible.com/bible/111/1pe.4.8.NIV

John 14:27 NIV [27] Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.         https://bible.com/bible/111/jhn.14.27.NIV

There was a time when I would just let things go, but now I would like to work through my feelings and understand my thoughts. If there was a disagreement with someone, I would try to work it out, but there are times when we just have to let things go.

I am studying the bible. I have the Bible app on my phone (it’s free) and I ask a question on how I am feeling. My bible is way too big to carry around with me. I am grateful for this app.

My mind had wondered from my first thought and now I can only think about crocheting. I started a pink & grey blanket, but now I am looking at a bright yellow skein of yarn. Ugh, I wish I had seen the yellow yarn first oh well I am not going to frog this project.

I am good at talking on paper or in a text, but I would rather talk face to face, so one day I will think about everything I want to say, and let whatever happens happen. Good or bad walking in the truth is better than walking in a lie..

Matthew 7:8 NIV  [8] For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.     https://bible.com/bible/111/mat.7.8.NIV

Bye IV Now, LD*

My Road

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The only thing I was thinking about as I walked through the doorway to my so-so job was “vengeance or forgiveness”? I know that was the wrong thing to be thinking and then this thought popped in my head –

Exodus 8:8 NIV [8] Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Pray to the Lord to take the frogs away from me and my people, and I will let your people go to offer sacrifices to the Lord.”

https://bible.com/bible/111/exo.8.8.NIV

Exodus 8:12-13 NIV [12] After Moses and Aaron left Pharaoh, Moses cried out to the Lord about the frogs he had brought on Pharaoh. [13] And the Lord did what Moses asked. The frogs died in the houses, in the courtyards and in the fields. 

https://bible.com/bible/111/exo.8.12-13.NIV

That wasn’t even half of what happened to the Pharaoh, because he just wouldn’t let go. God was patience and with each act Pharaoh’s world was slowly coming to an end until – 

Exodus 12:31-32 NIV [31] During the night Pharaoh summoned Moses and Aaron and said, “Up! Leave my people, you and the Israelites! Go, worship the Lord as you have requested. [32] Take your flocks and herds, as you have said, and go. And also bless me.” 

https://bible.com/bible/111/exo.12.31-32.NIV

I knew I had to clear my mind. I turned my music up, (wish i can recall what was being played on my Mary-Mary playlist on Pandora) but sadly I do not.

I thought I had that thought out of my head, but just for a second it came back. A co-worker said, “GoodMorning,” and asked how I was. I told her what I was thinking. Then once I said those words out loud and she asked, “what does the Bible say about that?”

I smiled, because I knew I was in the wrong and I am woman enough to admit it and repent for those thoughts. I also know, well I am thinking it says “vengeance is mine the Lord had said”. I don’t know where that is in the bible, but I will in a few minutes.

Nahum 1:2 NIV [2] The Lord is a jealous and avenging God; the Lord takes vengeance and is filled with wrath. The Lord takes vengeance on his foes and vents his wrath against his enemies.

https://bible.com/bible/111/nam.1.2.NIV

Nahum 1:2 AMPC [2]  The Lord is a jealous God and avenging; the Lord avenges and He is full of wrath. The Lord takes vengeance on His adversaries and reserves wrath for His enemies. [Exod. 20:5.]

https://bible.com/bible/8/nam.1.2.AMPC

I was able to breathe more clearly and I had meaning behind my smile. I know who I am and who I am standing with and there isn’t anyone who can bring me down. I will win in the end. 

People should learn from Pharaoh and not take the long road, because they will always lose in the end. My road may not always be smooth, but I will always get back up.

Bye IV Now, LD*

You Don’t Know Me…

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My job (no my young supervisor) got me upset I had to stop what I was about to keep repeating, “I really hate this place,” but then I felt back to one of my favorite songs from years ago “Yes Jesus Loves me -”

I was able to calm myself down. I then told myself to just breathe. I was thinking about getting a picture with those words, but Google gave me a song (wasn’t helpful). Then I thought why not put those words in my Bible app and get some real encouragement.

Daniel 10:17 NIV

[17] How can I, your servant, talk with you, my lord? My strength is gone and I can hardly breathe.”

https://bible.com/bible/111/dan.10.17.NIV

Then I asked: I will get through this

Philippians 4:13 NIV [13] I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

https://bible.com/bible/111/php.4.13.NIV

Numbers 16:45 NIV [45] “Get away from this assembly so I can put an end to them at once.” And they fell facedown.

https://bible.com/bible/111/num.16.45.NIV

Isaiah 43:2 NIV [2] When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze.

https://bible.com/bible/111/isa.43.2.NIV

I can spend hours on this app and Never get bored, but I need to take a few moments to close my eyes and put today out of my mind. I am blessed to know I am above what others see, because through Him I can do and be anything…..

Bye IV Now, LD*