Happy (much belated) New Year! I realize that I have not written anything since November, and my how time flies! During that time, I have had people ask, why have I not written anything in my blog and my response is simple " I have not been inspired". Those that know me well will tell you I don't write about experiences ( much less food) unless I feel they are worth writing about, and finally...... the series " The Bible" is that one!
When I first saw the preview on the History channel I admit I was not interested in seeing it because I figured if you have seen the Easter special "The 10 Commandments", you have seen it all. To my surprise, I was wrong! My friend kept telling me this series was something that I had to see and just to hear him speak about it reminded me of a reality TV show, because he was so excited to tell me about it. So, I indulged and began recording the series so I can see what all the talk was about. After watching the first episode, properly entitled " The Beginning", I was hooked!
For the first time, I was able to see one of my favorite stories in the bible about Abraham, a faithful servant of God, and by far one of the most blessed characters in the bible. For so long, I always wondered why there were never any pictures in the bible to help people visually grasp the great stories written by God's selected few. Thankfully, all that wondering has finally been put in the most simplest and accessible form, television!
To me watching The Bible is like watching an episode of Scandal ( I loovvvveeee Scandal), in that I can't watch Scandal when it first airs because the show is so intense and dramatic that I can't wait on commercials, this is the same with The Bible. The directors and producers of this series have done a wonderful job of capturing the essence of the stories and the many characters. Most of all, I applaud them for staying true to the story and casting diverse actors to play the roles.
In my humble opinion, this is the " life changing" experience of life changing experiences. Therefore, I challenge you to take a break from your normal reality TV programs and take time to watch (and read) the most amazing story ever told!
Prepare to be inspired !
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Saturday, September 1, 2012
The Golden Voice
Happy Labor Day weekend to you all! I just finished reading one of the best books that I have read thus far in my life, "A Golden Voice......" by the now famous Ted Williams, who was homeless and later video taped on a street corner. Thanks to my favorite electronic device (my kindle) I have rediscovered my love for reading! Therefore, let me indulge you for a few with food for your mind :).
http://www.amazon.com/Golden-Voice-Humility-Brought-Salvation/dp/1592407145
I first heard of this book when I was watching (of all things) Wendy Williams and Ted was on there talking about it. So, I researched and was pleased to see this book was rated very high based on reader reviews. This is not your everyday autobiograph and it is not a pity party for Ted but more so an appreciation for his journey , good and bad. The writing is superb as it reads like a novel and has flow as it takes you through his many (and there were many) ups and downs and chances at life. It details struggles, successes, failures, love, hopelessness but most of all the grace of God!
After it is all said and done this is one of the must purchase books. During this story I was inspired, encouraged and felt that I can do better as an individual, friend, sister , daughter and future wife and mother. In spite of his hard times he never changed who he was as a person and despite his failures , he tried and at the end of the day that is what life is.....a series of tries , some failures but never giving up. Even as he was smoking his drug of choice he acknowledged and gave thanks to God (crazy I know) and then went on to share with others who could not afford drugs (even crazier). However, through it all he never gave up rather he survived, and in all that he endured he finally got to a point that we all forget " acknowledge God in ALL our WAYS"!
I said all that to say, get back to the basics and pick-up this great book and be encouraged, because we all need it in some way or another.
http://www.amazon.com/Golden-Voice-Humility-Brought-Salvation/dp/1592407145
I first heard of this book when I was watching (of all things) Wendy Williams and Ted was on there talking about it. So, I researched and was pleased to see this book was rated very high based on reader reviews. This is not your everyday autobiograph and it is not a pity party for Ted but more so an appreciation for his journey , good and bad. The writing is superb as it reads like a novel and has flow as it takes you through his many (and there were many) ups and downs and chances at life. It details struggles, successes, failures, love, hopelessness but most of all the grace of God!
After it is all said and done this is one of the must purchase books. During this story I was inspired, encouraged and felt that I can do better as an individual, friend, sister , daughter and future wife and mother. In spite of his hard times he never changed who he was as a person and despite his failures , he tried and at the end of the day that is what life is.....a series of tries , some failures but never giving up. Even as he was smoking his drug of choice he acknowledged and gave thanks to God (crazy I know) and then went on to share with others who could not afford drugs (even crazier). However, through it all he never gave up rather he survived, and in all that he endured he finally got to a point that we all forget " acknowledge God in ALL our WAYS"!
I said all that to say, get back to the basics and pick-up this great book and be encouraged, because we all need it in some way or another.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Priorities and Progress
A few nights ago I was unable to sleep and anyone that knows me know, I love to sleep and usually do not have any problems falling a sleep, which is considered a gift by some :). However, on this particular night, I was up all night and I finally gave up the fight, got out of bed, and went in the living room to watch tv at 2:00 a.m., on a week night. Yes, it was bad....sigh.
During this time, I began watching TD Jakes and he was talking about "The Power of A Thought". Needless to say, this was exactly what I needed and wanted to hear because at this moment I realized I had no peace. Over the last few years, I realized that peace is a precious gift that was given by the Man above to everyone, but sadly everyone does not posses it; thankfully, I do! Unfortunately, on this night it was gone!
Listening to TD Jakes I realized what I already knew, that my mind was restless. I realized once I got my mind settled, I would be alright and sure enough I was. During this time, I also began to think about my priorities in life and if these priorities (or the lack there of) are causing me stress...and unconsiously they were. So, after listening to TD Jakes I made a personal decision to re-establish my priorities during this season in my life and to "keep the main thing, the main thing".
Another lesson learned was that everyone's thoughts and priorities are not like yours. What is your priority, is not necessarily another person's priority and this is something that I must continue to understand in this life.
Lastly, it is important to know what progress have been made with these priorities. Any progress is good progress ( in my eyes) because this means that you are no longer in the position you were in previously, no matter how big or small. Therefore, I ask you, what are your life priorities in this season? Furthermore, what progress have you made in those areas? Also, what is your measuring stick for such progress?
Just some food for thought.....
During this time, I began watching TD Jakes and he was talking about "The Power of A Thought". Needless to say, this was exactly what I needed and wanted to hear because at this moment I realized I had no peace. Over the last few years, I realized that peace is a precious gift that was given by the Man above to everyone, but sadly everyone does not posses it; thankfully, I do! Unfortunately, on this night it was gone!
Listening to TD Jakes I realized what I already knew, that my mind was restless. I realized once I got my mind settled, I would be alright and sure enough I was. During this time, I also began to think about my priorities in life and if these priorities (or the lack there of) are causing me stress...and unconsiously they were. So, after listening to TD Jakes I made a personal decision to re-establish my priorities during this season in my life and to "keep the main thing, the main thing".
Another lesson learned was that everyone's thoughts and priorities are not like yours. What is your priority, is not necessarily another person's priority and this is something that I must continue to understand in this life.
Lastly, it is important to know what progress have been made with these priorities. Any progress is good progress ( in my eyes) because this means that you are no longer in the position you were in previously, no matter how big or small. Therefore, I ask you, what are your life priorities in this season? Furthermore, what progress have you made in those areas? Also, what is your measuring stick for such progress?
Just some food for thought.....
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