“You then, my son, be strong in the grace that is in Christ Jesus.” 2 Timothy 2:1
Many people are not able to work through the problems they face and fear has a devastating effect on them. Are you one of them?
Jesus, my advocate invites me daily to bring my problems to Him so He can find rest for my soul. He invites you as well to bring your anxieties to Him because He cares for you, and He loves you! I know how feels like when everything seems like is not working right and things get so hard that we get tired and heavy-laden. In moments like that turning to God in Christ is the best way to go because He will enable you to handle your problems with courage and faith.
In moments like that receive your strength and confidence from Him because in all circumstances His grace will be sufficient for you as He says it in 2 Corinthians 12:9a so that you can deal with your problems in a new, assured manner.
Father, I ask for your strength to assist me in times of weakness, help me to know your grace that is sufficient for me. Thank you for everything that you are doing into my live. Thank you for your unconditional communication of love. Amen.
November 13, 2010
November 12, 2010
Individual Growth is Spiritual as well, not just Bones and Muscles…
We all grow naturally. Without much effort, we see bones develop from infant stages into adult hood, from soft pliable material to hard matter. We see muscles grow and we feel ourselves getting stronger with time. All of this occurs naturally, as we eat, work, and play. But what does it take for us to grow spiritually? Spiritual growth requires a conscious effort of introspection and analysis.
If we want to grow spiritually, we need to be by turning our thoughts in instead of out. Instead of focusing on what is around us, we need to examine our hearts.
Why do we do what we do?
Why do we hang out with the people that we hang out with?
What are our good traits and how did we attain them?
What are our bad traits, and how can we get rid of them?
Introspection teaches us to consider how we act and it motivates us to change how we behave on a daily and moment by moment basis. But introspection requires great courage. Many people never look inward because they fear that they won’t like what they see, and ultimately they don’t want to change what they see.
When you grow spiritually, you take hold of the potentials you’ve been given. You consider what you can do, and you grow even more by reaching beyond what you think you can do and thus developing more potential.
Finally, growing spiritually means understanding our connection with the world around us. Doing so will lead to a greater respect of the things and people around us. And whether we find that connection through faith or psychology, ultimately we grow spiritually because of that connection.
God`s blessings to you all.
If we want to grow spiritually, we need to be by turning our thoughts in instead of out. Instead of focusing on what is around us, we need to examine our hearts.
Why do we do what we do?
Why do we hang out with the people that we hang out with?
What are our good traits and how did we attain them?
What are our bad traits, and how can we get rid of them?
Introspection teaches us to consider how we act and it motivates us to change how we behave on a daily and moment by moment basis. But introspection requires great courage. Many people never look inward because they fear that they won’t like what they see, and ultimately they don’t want to change what they see.
When you grow spiritually, you take hold of the potentials you’ve been given. You consider what you can do, and you grow even more by reaching beyond what you think you can do and thus developing more potential.
Finally, growing spiritually means understanding our connection with the world around us. Doing so will lead to a greater respect of the things and people around us. And whether we find that connection through faith or psychology, ultimately we grow spiritually because of that connection.
God`s blessings to you all.
My trainer has worked me so hard my pants don't fit...
Who is Jim Sheppard?
He is the Founder/ CEO and Principal of GENERIS.COM
In his own words; “At Generis we do whatever it takes to ensure our client’s interests are at the forefront of our fundraising counsel. Our company is organized so that our consultants can spend as much time as needed on-site with each client. Our Lifestyle Stewardship approach has served churches of every size, denomination, theological context and worship culture with great success. Illustrating time and again the magnitude of God’s power as He moves in and through the people of His church.”
The essence of their mission is accelerating generosity toward God-inspired vision, that is captured through scripture:
“But blessed is the man who trusts in the LORD, whose confidence is in him. He will be like a tree planted by the water that sends out its roots by the stream. It does not fear when heat comes; its leaves are always green. It has no worries in a year of drought and never fails to bear fruit.” Jeremiah 17:7-8
To learn more visit them at http://GENERIS.com
November 11, 2010
What Causes Sciatica? Back pain...
The cause of sciatic pain is difficult to pinpoint. Depending on the cause and severity many patients go under the knife.
Pain Management and Sciatica
Sciatica is a common type of pain affecting the sciatic nerve, a large nerve extending from the lower back down the back of each leg.
What Are the Symptoms of Sciatica?
Common symptoms of sciatica include:
• Pain in the rear or leg that is worse when sitting
• Burning or tingling down the leg
• Weakness, numbness, or difficulty moving the leg or foot
• A constant pain on one side of the rear
• A shooting pain that makes it difficult to stand up
Sciatica usually affects only one side of the lower body. Often, the pain extends from the lower back all the way through the back of the thigh and down through the leg. Depending on where the sciatic nerve is affected, the pain may also extend to the foot or toes.
For some people, the pain from sciatica can be severe and debilitating. For others, the pain from sciatica might be infrequent and irritating, but has the potential to get worse.
Seek immediate medical attention with any symptoms of progressive lower extremity weakness and/or loss of bladder or bowel control.
What Causes Sciatica?
Sciatica is caused by irritation of the root(s) of the lower lumbar and lumbosacral spine.
Additional common causes of sciatica include:
• Lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back)
• Degenerative disc disease (breakdown of discs, which act as cushions between the vertebrae)
• Spondylolisthesis (a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over another one)
• Pregnancy
Other things that may make your back pain worse include being overweight, not exercising regularly, weakness in the back muscles and abdominals, wearing high heels, or sleeping on a mattress that is too soft.
Pain Management and Sciatica
Sciatica is a common type of pain affecting the sciatic nerve, a large nerve extending from the lower back down the back of each leg.
What Are the Symptoms of Sciatica?
Common symptoms of sciatica include:
• Pain in the rear or leg that is worse when sitting
• Burning or tingling down the leg
• Weakness, numbness, or difficulty moving the leg or foot
• A constant pain on one side of the rear
• A shooting pain that makes it difficult to stand up
Sciatica usually affects only one side of the lower body. Often, the pain extends from the lower back all the way through the back of the thigh and down through the leg. Depending on where the sciatic nerve is affected, the pain may also extend to the foot or toes.
For some people, the pain from sciatica can be severe and debilitating. For others, the pain from sciatica might be infrequent and irritating, but has the potential to get worse.
Seek immediate medical attention with any symptoms of progressive lower extremity weakness and/or loss of bladder or bowel control.
What Causes Sciatica?
Sciatica is caused by irritation of the root(s) of the lower lumbar and lumbosacral spine.
Additional common causes of sciatica include:
• Lumbar spinal stenosis (narrowing of the spinal canal in the lower back)
• Degenerative disc disease (breakdown of discs, which act as cushions between the vertebrae)
• Spondylolisthesis (a condition in which one vertebra slips forward over another one)
• Pregnancy
Other things that may make your back pain worse include being overweight, not exercising regularly, weakness in the back muscles and abdominals, wearing high heels, or sleeping on a mattress that is too soft.
November 9, 2010
Inspirational life moments...
Be positive. What you think is who you become. Dream, Dream big! Feel it! Believe it! Achieve it! Whatever your dreams are… go for it! You will inspire others. You can do anything... Never give up!
November 8, 2010
In Only 20 Minutes...
Bread toasts has always been one of my favorite breakfast foods. This recipe is especially good because the bread becomes perfectly crunchy around the edges and mildly toasty through the center, while the apple filling adds a soft and sweet accompaniment. Adding syrup makes this breakfast truly decadent.
I think I`m getting hungry... What about you?
Ingredients
Makes: 6 sandwiches
Start to finish: 13 minutes
Cook: 8 minutes
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, McCormick®
• 4 slices raisin bread, Wonder®
• 1/2 cup prepared apple pie filling, Comstock®
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Additional butter
• Powdered sugar, C&H (optional)
Directions
1. In a large baking dish, whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Make 2 sandwiches with the bread and apple pie filling. Place sandwiches into egg mixture. Let soak until egg mixture is completely absorbed into the bread, turning sandwiches over occasionally, about 3 minutes.
3. On a griddle over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook sandwiches on the griddle until brown and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Cut each sandwich in half.
4. Transfer to plates and serve with additional butter. Top with powdered sugar (optional).
I think I`m getting hungry... What about you?
Ingredients
Makes: 6 sandwiches
Start to finish: 13 minutes
Cook: 8 minutes
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup whole milk
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, McCormick®
• 4 slices raisin bread, Wonder®
• 1/2 cup prepared apple pie filling, Comstock®
• 1 tablespoon butter
• Additional butter
• Powdered sugar, C&H (optional)
Directions
1. In a large baking dish, whisk eggs, milk, and cinnamon. Set aside.
2. Make 2 sandwiches with the bread and apple pie filling. Place sandwiches into egg mixture. Let soak until egg mixture is completely absorbed into the bread, turning sandwiches over occasionally, about 3 minutes.
3. On a griddle over medium-low heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter. Cook sandwiches on the griddle until brown and heated through, about 4 minutes per side. Cut each sandwich in half.
4. Transfer to plates and serve with additional butter. Top with powdered sugar (optional).
November 7, 2010
An incredible piece of sound engineering work...
Below is an incredible piece of sound engineering work. It is a composite audio/video of song whereby additional tracks were laid in by different singers and musicians from different places around the world. The finished product is tremendous! The song itself is that classic standard "Stand By Me" originally released in 1955 by The Staple Singers and released again in 1961 by the Drifters. This composite version is a real toe tapper.
So turn up the speaker volume and enjoy it.
It really puts a great beat in my life to start the day. God bless you all.
So turn up the speaker volume and enjoy it.
It really puts a great beat in my life to start the day. God bless you all.
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