We Are Not Alone

One of the wiles of the enemy is to isolate us in our minds, emotions and circumstances. He uses the strategy of making us think we are alone and imprisoned, in what we are going through or experiencing, but it’s just another lie.

Jesus, himself told us that satan is the Father of all lies. Well, that would mean he is the best there can be when it comes to spinning and fabricating lies. And it’s something he does every day. “God has forgotten you.” “Jesus is too busy for you.” “You are not really forgiven.” “Remember what you did 15 years ago, do you really think God has forgotten? Well, He hasn’t!” “Keep on praying for healing—it’s never going to happen.” “Do you really think Jesus can love someone like you?” “God is not really in control of your life.” “He is not going to help you with your money problems, so forget it!” “That kid of yours is never going to get saved.”

Just a few of the lies many of us battle with on a daily bases.

Why?

Because if he can steal our hope—he is happy! If he can make us doubt God and waver—he has done a good job. If he can crush our faith—he has succeeded!

¹⁰ Finally, my brethren, be strong in the Lord and in the power of His might. ¹¹ Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil. ¹² For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:10-12 (NKJV)

¹⁸ praying always with all prayer and supplication in the Spirit, being watchful to this end with all perseverance and supplication for all the saints. Ephesians 16: 18 (NKJV)

You can read the entire segment on the whole armor of God by clicking here (Ephesians 6:10-18). But today I just want to focus on who we are up against and what a powerful and crucial roll prayer can play in us not giving into the lies and deception.

Years ago, I lived in an apartment building that was lovely except for all the noise above me. A young woman moved in with a small boy and it seemed like all hell broke loose. He would play basketball in the apartment. There was loud music and parties at night, and people (not on her lease) staying with her at any given time and a string of midnight rendezvous. It was ridiculous and I had to get up at 5am to go to work and my youngest daughter was in preschool.

I would often complain to my mentor about it and one day she said, “Stop whining and do something about it! Every time that noise starts or wakes you up, don’t lie there in bed being mad and upset—get up and pray for her!” What?! Pray for her? Are you serious? Yes, she was very serious and it was some of the best advice she has given me over the years. It has changed my thinking and life until this day.

That very night, I was awakened with loud music being turned on at midnight and the overbearing sounds of mayhem and foolishness. I jumped up out of bed, went in the living room and started praying out loud for my situation, her and everyone one else in the household of faith who had to put up with that kind of noise.

Well, let me tell you…this was not the outcome the enemy expected. No! He wanted me to be upset, angry with God for not moving her out, and grumpy and short tempered with my young daughter from lack of sleep. And for awhile that was exactly what he was getting. But he never wanted me to pray the fervent prayers that started coming out of my mouth—it wasn’t too long before he changed his strategy on that one.

You see sisters, before long, I found enjoyment in praying out loud at 1 o’clock in the morning on a work night. In fact, I would wake up at 5am refreshed because my focus was now on the real culprit and not the woman who lived over top of me. And I was standing in the gap for all the other saints who were struggling with their neighbors too!

Here’s what I want you to do—take this same mindset into your problems! And not because I say so, but because the Bible says so. That’s right, start praying for every saint in the Body who is going through whatever it is you are.

The deception that it’s only you—is a lie! You are waiting for your healing—so is someone else. You are displaced and waiting for a home—so is someone else. You have a child that's in trouble—so does someone else. You are having a rough time on your job—so is someone else. Your marriage is in the dumps—so is someone else’s. You have a broken heart—so does someone else. You’re feeling God has forgotten you—so is someone else. You are depressed—so is someone else. You have a need that seems to be going unanswered—so is someone else!

Whatever we are experiencing as individuals, someone else in the Body is too! We are not alone in whatever it is we are going through. Somebody, somewhere, is going through the exact same thing and having the same doubts and fears you are.

Even as the noise started to die down or didn’t bother me as much as it once did, I never stopped praying for this woman and her son. And one day (a couple of years into it), I saw her being picked up to go to church. And the end result was; she got saved, married, bought a house and moved out. All that happened within a 5 year period. Just to let you know—it might not happen over night! ~Smile~

No matter what our circumstances, trials or tribulations may be—we can pray! And praying for others helps take the focus off of us. Doing it daily builds faith and strengthens us. Try it! Stop being sad and depressed about what is going on in your life and allowing the enemy to steal your joy, hope and faith. Stand up! Fight him back! The last thing he wants you to do is become someone who focuses in on him and his, and stops believing the lies.

Pray hard, loud and be strong! Come against any and every lie he has told you about your situation, and pray for your brothers and sisters who are experiencing the same. And above all else read your Bibles—so you can stand on the promises of God—no matter what the devil might try to tell you.

Know the truth!

Until next week...

Blessings and Hugs,

Ponnie

I’m Good At_____________!

The definition of the word “Good” is vast and really depends on how you use it. It can be an adjective, noun or adverb. And so I must define my use for today. Good: adv, well. “My mother was not a good cook.” is a true statement for me. LOL!

Truth is, I’m an excellent cook and it didn’t come via training from my mother. I had an aunt who was a really good home cook. What made her cooking so delightful and good, was, she had a knack for using leftovers or whatever she had on hand to make a tasty meal. She took me under her wing and taught me everything she knew.

She was a godly example of the older woman Titus was referring to. (Titus 2:3-5 Amp) click. But as the years passed, I began to realize her way of cooking was far from healthy. It was good! But with all the pork and animal fat used for flavoring, and cooking green vegetables until they were dark green wasn’t the best. Yet, I was grateful because she gave me a wonderful foundation for many things through her love and care.

As the years passed, I began to learn how to use fresh herbs, garlic, and so much more. And it is still fun for me as I am learning now how to cook and bake cutting back on my sodium intake. But I still have to give credit to the foundation my aunt laid for me. I’ve just built on it over the years. And I still don’t need to purchase expensive ingredients I’m only going to use for one or two meals. I know how to pull it together from a pantry of basic and everyday staples.

It’s the same with having a good Bible teacher and getting a good foundation of God’s written Word.

“There’s no bible study in my area,” or “I can’t get to the one at church.” These are no longer acceptable excuses. Nope! Not in this day and age of cable TV, internet and radio.

All any of us needs is a good foundation, and we are on our way.

I love HGTV and DIY home improvement shows. I’ve learned a lot about house foundations and what happens or could happen when they run into one that’s eroded over the years, or wasn’t built well from the beginning. Same goes for our spiritual foundations.

There was a time in my life when I used to pray and ask God for more faith. And to this day I still have people asking me to stand with them for more faith. (Not in faith, but more faith.)

Well, the truth is—once you accept Christ as your Savior, you receive all the faith you need or will ever get. But here is what we miss, our faith can be multiplied, strengthened and developed. We don’t get more…we get stronger at exercising and building on it. It’s all part of, “becoming a new creature in Christ.” No one had more faith on this earth than Christ, and no one ever will. But the good news is, we are in Him, like Him, and seated with Him in heavily places. Now do you really see God eking out faith a little bit at a time? I used to, but then I didn’t know any better.

I could give you scriptures, but I’m not. It’s best to search it out for yourself. Biblegateway can be a huge assistance to you if you don’t know where to start or own a bible.

As we get older and the years start to accumulate on our walk with Christ, we can become complacent or puffed up and think we got it like that. And maybe not put as much effort into learning and growing as we once did. But the truth is…like an old house erodes or the not well maintained house begins to crumble, so will our faith in the spirit realm—if not maintained. 

We have become good at remembering what the Bible says, and we have lived through a couple of trials and tribulations, and have experience on our side. We are confident in what we know and before you know it—the busyness of this world is taking up more time than Jesus. But that is okay, because we got…so we think.

Samson fell into that trap. He thought he had it like that and fell prey to his weakness for women that fueled a disobedient heart. (Judges 13-16) click. You may not have a weakness for women, but we all have weaknesses in our lives and we can either conquer them or allow them to conquer us.

Though I’m a good cook and baker, I’ve found that if I haven’t made something from scratch in awhile—the first time I make it—it’s never my best. I have to make it a couple of times more to get back the right ump. Same goes for us using our faith.

When life is pretty good for awhile and you haven’t really put in the time and effort to keep your faith built up—when life unscripted shows up, it can knock you off your feet. And trust me…it’s going to show up!

I wonder how many Christians lost everything in the wild fire in Alberta, Canada a few weeks ago? Or in the mid-west from the tornadoes a couple of weeks ago? What about the flooded homes and ranches in Texas this week? Well, trust me there are a bunch of us right now who are homeless, and jobless because of life unscripted events.

Everyone desires to be good at something. But mostly to show off for others or we attach our self-worth and self-esteem to what we do well or are good at. Because by the world’s standards, it defines who we are. I understand motivation can also come from a root of rejection. Never feeling you were good enough or worth enough. But you see sisters, in Christ Jesus—it is all about the adverb—good!

In the Kingdom, it’s all about becoming good at using the benefits of the Cross.

We can become so good at Kingdom living. But I must warn you, it will not be for public display. It may only be between you and the Heavenly Host. You won’t be able to brag about it (well, let’s hope not), and no atta girl awards will be passed out. But you know what—that’s okay!

I am good at—going to God with my problems before I go to anyone else. I’m good at—being quick to forgive, slow to speak and slow at becoming angry. I’m working on being good—at listening and obeying the instructions of the Holy Spirit. You see what I'm talking about here. There are so many things to work on being good at in Kingdom living!

Whip out your Bibles on a daily bases, and read, read and study! Need someone to study with—ask God—He will supply. In order to be good at anything, we first need a good foundation to build on. If you make Jesus your foundation, then erosion and deterioration will never happen. But how strong the house will be...is.up to you!

Until next week...

Blessings and Hugs,

Ponnie

I Just Want a Little Happiness in Life!

Lately I’ve been hearing a lot from women about wanting to be happy.

What does true happiness consist of?

Well, for some of us, we equate happiness with having enough money to pay our bills, buy nice things and travel. There are those of us, who desire to be married and think a husband will make us happy. And then there are those of us, who think happiness will come when we get rid of the husband. ~Smile~

I’ll be happy when I lose weight. I’ll be happy when I have a baby. I’d be happier if I could go to college. I would be happier with a better job.

The truth is—even if we have all the things we think will make us happy—we still encounter problems.

Let that husband up and leave you one day. He might walk out the door or he might go feet first. Then what? Anyone who has ever raised a teenager knows what it feels like to want to commit murder on any given day. Yup, that was the baby you wanted so badly to be happy.

Many of the things we equate happiness with, are fleeting—they’re nothing concrete to hold on to. All we need is a life unscripted episode to show up, and bam! It could all be gone in a flash!

We were never promised the good life doused in happiness. That’s the World trying to sell us a pile of cow dung in a glittery box.

Jesus told us, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” (John 16:33 NIV)

See the first sentence, “you will have trouble.” No, if ands or butts about it. We will have problems, trials and tribulations. Sorry, but it’s going to happen—no one can escape.

Okay, so now He has laid the reality of life or the bad news on us, but He doesn’t leave us hanging. He quickly lavishes us with the good news of the promise. He has overcome the world and all its problems, heartaches, disappointments, mayhem and foolishness! And in that we are to take heart or as the Amplified version tells us, “be courageous [be confident, be undaunted, be filled with joy].”

But nowhere does it say anything about being happy. Therefore, let us stop searching for happiness and putting posters on Facebook with untruths such as, “Everyone deserves to be happy.” It’s all foolishness. No such thing exists, sin doesn’t allow it. And God has never agreed to it—after the Garden incident.

Joy! Peace! And love! That’s what the Messiah left for us. And through the Holy Spirit who lives in us…we can do (accomplish) all things through Christ our Lord, who is our strength! [my paraphrase] Philippians 4:13 NKJV

I want to put this in a everyday practical light by using my most recent life struggle.

After being diagnosed with hyper tension in April, about a week later I received a report which diagnosed me to have three additional aliments and would need to take more medications.

Long story short, two weeks into the meds my blood pressure wasn’t budging much and my doctor added another medication. We discussed putting off some of the other meds until later on down the line. It was all too much to take at one time.

Well, girls…the most serve complications or that crazy thing that only happens to 1%, decided to visit me.

Yup, the enemy came after me strong.

I completely changed my diet and exercise, and focused on what the Word had to say about it all.

That’s a great start—right?!

But, life is not always that simple or easy.

Monday of last week, I started taking another new medication. I had been praying for days, against the side effects of digestive problems such as diarrhea and so on. I took that first pill confident I was not going to experience any of the long lists of side effects. And guess what? I didn’t! Nope, I experienced the unusual often fatal warning effects.

Yup!

I never even read them. Never prayed about them. Didn’t see them coming.

By Thursday, I was so ill (and home alone), I questioned the Holy Spirit if I should call for an ambulance? His response, “Today is not your day to die!” I laid down and prayed until I feel asleep. I was supposed to call my doctor, but I couldn’t be told to pick up another prescription. I just stopped the medication as prescribed under the warning.

I spent the weekend with a foggy head, and all types of body aches and a feelings of melancholy from the medication. All I could do was pray and trust God!

But there has been one constant through all of this—I’ve looked for the good, the joy and the peace—promised to me.

It wasn’t easy, but I did it.

My oldest daughter (an RN), was initially taking my blood pressure twice a day. And her words began to prick at my faith. She would take my pressure, and look at me and say, “It isn’t moving!” But it was moving, maybe just a little bit, but it was moving and my heart beat wasn’t ringing as loudly in my ear. That was something, so I thought.

After speaking with my doctor, she did change my medication around and my daughter was still not satisfied with my progress.

I bought an automatic reader to do it myself. I needed someone to agree it could be better, but to also acknowledge it was moving, even if that person was me! I kept looking for the good in all of it, so I would not become discouraged and feed into the enemy’s whispers, “It’s not working, you’re going to have a stroke or better yet—die!”

Truthfully, my blood pressure was extremely high and if I hadn’t passed the “EKG” I would have probably been hospitalized on my first doctor’s visit. And my daughter was very concerned for me. But we were coming from different points of view. Hers was medical—mine was spiritual.

Even when it was high, I spoke the Word over myself and good pressure numbers and heart rate.

When I was so sick from the new meds and couldn’t exercise or even come close to my goal steps, I still found the good in the fact that it was not my day to die. And had peace knowing God was with me, and granted me another day.

Yes sisters, life can seem so unfair at times. Things happen that we have no control over and we feel duped because we have tried so hard to do our best and we still get what feels like a beat down. And without a doubt, we can easily find ourselves in a place where we are battling depression because “we are not happy,” and “life is so unfair”.

There's a huge problem when looking for happiness...we miss the peace and joy that Jesus so generously left us. Here I was, cooking all my meals, cutting out high sodium and processed foods. Exercising, mediating on the Word, and bam! I went totally backward from something that was supposed to help me.

I had been struggling for a good month to see change and feel better. And I mean feel better like my old self. I might have showed up with hypertension at the doctor’s, but I didn’t have one symptom. Then I take meds to help me and I feel horrible.

Yes, I was tempted to feel sorry for myself? Why? Because life has been far from easy for me. I had no control over what happened to me as a child, and the rest played out from sin and poor choices. Nonetheless, I was hopeful my 60’s would be easier. Why not?

I tell you why not, because it was never promised to me or any of us.

But, we were given all we need to make it through whatever comes our way. We just have to get into the Word, so we know what to do and how to handle things.

Paul told the Church in Thessalonica, we are to give thanks in all situations for it is God’s will for us. Do, I thank God for sickness? NO! Jesus corrected that before He even made it to the Cross, but I do thank God for all the good I can see and find in the situation at hand. And believe that He is somehow working it all together for my good.

Sisters, I know some of you are experiencing difficult and challenging times right now. But if you will grab hold of what the Word has to say (read your Bibles), you can have the “Shalom” type of peace that is promised to us—nothing broken, nothing missing.

Happiness is a fleeting emotional state, but the peace and joy of God which surpasses all human understanding is ours for eternity. It’s concrete! It is real! It is yours for the taking! Amen!

Note: Today I feel better than I have since my first doctor's visit on Monday, April 18, 2016! My pressure is really staring to come down on a daily bases. And I continue to speak perfect numbers over myself. Amen!

Until next week...

Blessings and Hugs,

Ponnie

Collective Wisdom

Encore blog from August 16, 2013

Pursuing through my latest issue of Décor Magazine the other day, I came across a photo article titled, “Collective Wisdom”. It was about rooms decorated with antiques. But when I read the title, it made me think about the “Collective Wisdom of God” through certain friends. No, I’m not calling them antiques, but between the three women I’m going to talk about they have a total of 61 years of godly wisdom and counting!

These years are not from when they accepted Christ, but once they came to a point in life of what it meant to really serve Him.

Each of these women are in different age groups, which shows how diverse godly wisdom can be. My 40 something has 19 years, my 50 something has 19 years and my 60 something has 25 years. Wow!! That is 61 years of trials and tribulations, mess ups, growth, deliverance, failures, deserts, wildernesses, valleys, mountain tops, disappointments, great faith, lack of faith, discouragements, good times, bad times, hard times, easy times, pity parties, victories and the list goes on. Yet, the end result of all this living is three women full of godly wisdom who continue to help keep me safe! Proverbs 24:6b… “And in a multitude of counselors there is safety.” KJV

My 60 something friend has been my mentor since I was a wee babe in Christ. There are many things I love and admire about her, but I would have to say her best characteristic traits are, she is “no nonsense”! Her counsel is always based in the Word of God. She provokes me to think and when I have needed a swift kick or slap on the back of the head (spiritually speaking) she has not hesitated to help me out! ~Smile~ Over the years she has given me so much godly advice I don’t remember it all, but there is one thing that is always constant…doing things God’s way (obedience) and walking in love.

Not being married to my youngest daughter’s father made for many challenges through the years—especially me having to walk in love toward him when I felt he was being a jerk. The blessing is God used her to never let me get to far off track in the madness surrounding him. In fact there were times I often felt she was too much on his side, but the truth is…she was always on God’s side. Whenever I called to vent about something he did, she immediately turned it around to what I should be doing! But one day he outdid himself and when I told her about it, she chimed in on the vent. Finally! She was seeing things my way. Well, that lasted all of 2 minutes and then she said, “Okay, we have vented enough, the Bible says……” So, no matter what, she never allows me to wallow in self-pity or anything that is detrimental to my spiritual wellbeing.

The 50 something friend is my “Faith Partner”! We encourage one another to have faith in God and His promises. We encourage each other to remember the good times so we can praise Him through the tough times. We encourage each other to hold on and not give up or become weary in waiting on the Lord. I am able to share my hopes and dreams with her without fear of her throwing a bucket of cold water on me. Why? Because she is one who believes with all her heart that there is nothing to hard for God. Whenever I become discouraged, I can call her and before we hang up, our spirits are lifted and my heart is lighter. When you encourage someone in the things of God; you also end up encouraging yourself too. It’s just contagious that way.

Now my 40 something friend is the baby girl of the group, but she is far from being a spiritual baby. She’s the one you want next to you if you ever have to fight. ~Smile~ She has helped me move on 3 different occasions in the past 10 years. We are talking packing, cleaning and setting up before moving in. And once she and her husband rented a U-Haul and moved me. Now you know why if you mess with me you might get a black eye…girlfriend is strong spiritually and physically too. LOL!

Over the years she has done so much to help me, I’ve lost count. And best of all she can make me laugh. When we hangout, people are always looking at us because we laugh loud and a lot. In fact we don’t really know how to be quiet in the movies if the movie stinks. Nope, you don’t want to hang out with us if you are embarrassed easily. What I love about her is how she doesn’t just talk about what God can do; she is often the vehicle He uses to be the blessing and show His love to others.

Writing about these three ladies has reminded me of how rich I am in friendships. One is a great teacher and doer of the Word, another has great faith, and the third has the gift of helps. The common thread they share is their great love for God, which overflows into everything they touch, especially relationships. They always encourage me to be the best I can in the Lord, and if they move up a step in the Kingdom, they reach back to help pull me up with them. They have all been very instrumental in helping me and Tovah over the years. And the truth is, I can’t remember all their great deeds. Now, that’s abundance if I say so myself!

Sisters if you don’t have women in your lives admonishing you to handle life situations God’s way—it’s time to make a change. Our desire should be to have Proverbs 27: 9 friends… “Ointment and perfume delight the heart, and the sweetness of a man’s friend gives delight by hearty counsel.” (KJV)

What kind of collective wisdom is in your treasures of friendships?

Look for a blog next week, until then….be blessed!!

Love and Hugs
Ponnie

What’s Your Relationship Status?

On Facebook’s relationship status, you have the option to leave it blank or put in whatever you want. But once you click that button, it lets all your friends and family know there’s been a life change.

And sometimes it’s good and other times it’s not so good.

Who wants to be bombarded with questions or whispered about when Facebook announces—you’re no longer in a relationship? Or even worst—the marriage is over. But on the other hand, it’s nice when people become engaged, married or a new parent. 

I guess like anything, a relationship status button should be used wisely.

But speaking about relationship statuses, what’s yours with yourself?

If I were to ask, “How is your relationship with your sister or brother?” You would be able to tell me right away. If you guys are close it would be all unicorns and rainbows. If you are at odds, I would hear a story of woe. Same goes for your boss, husband, neighbors, parents, children, friends and so on. We can quickly express what is going on in these relationships—but not so much with ourselves.

We have high expectations for our children and we will sacrifice as much as we can for them…even when it’s not always wise to. Relationship status: I adore my children. There is nothing I will not do for them.

Your husband is a hardworking, kind, generous, selfless man who loves the Lord. Relationship status: I love my husband and will do whatever it takes to keep him happy and lift him up.

The company you work for really sucks. Relationship status: I can’t wait to find another job and get out of here!

My relationship status with myself…

…I don’t like my hair. I wish it was thicker and not so mousy. My butt is too big and let’s not talk about the nagging belly fat I just can’t get rid of. I have never liked my ears, always thought they were too big. I’ve never thought of myself as pretty or beautiful. My arms are flabby and I don’t have nice shaped legs. It seems like one of my breast are larger than the other. My toes are really on the ugly side. My hands have always looked old, even when I was a young girl. I didn’t do well in school, so I think I’m not that smart. I’m just a stay-at-home mom.

In other words, many of us are not in a “love” relationship status with ourselves. And that is a huge problem in the Body of Christ.

Here’s the deal sisters…we have to work on having a good relationship with ourselves. It is important!

One of the best places to start is with the things we can change and accept and love that which we can’t.

Growing up I was teased about the shape of my legs. The kids used to call me, “Baseball bat legs!” My ankles are thin and from the knee down, my legs did resemble baseball bats. Did this make me feel good about myself or my legs? No! And to top it off, my sister and mother had very muscular shaped legs that looked really good in shorts, dresses and heels.

But one day a very wise woman helped me to see the value of my baseball bat shaped legs. She simply told me, “Thank God they work!” I’ve always loved them after that.

There are physical things we can change and then there are those we must embrace and see the value in them. Maybe you are getting crow’s feet and lines in your face in places that were once smooth. Use moisturizer and thank God you have hands that work to apply it and eyes to see where it goes. It’s all in our perspective!

Now, let’s take a look at that, which is most important—the inward things that hold us back.

Maybe you didn’t do well in school. It really has nothing to do with how smart you are in Christ. I really take to heart that the Bible says I now have the mind of Christ. (I Corinthians 2:13-16) How is it possible to not be smart with that kind of inside track?

There might be things in your past you are far from proud of—but that has nothing to do with who you are in Christ today. My bible says we are new creatures in Him and that the old has passed away, and we are washed clean by His precious blood. Forgive yourself and let go, just as God has forgiven and put all your sins in the sea of forgetfulness.

People put labels on people—but the Cross dispels them all!

There is but one label we wear—flawless daughters of the King!

When the bible states we are fearfully and wonderfully made—how can we just be a stay-at-home mom? Are we not great and been given the privilege and position of teaching and raising children to follow and love the Lord. Is that not a high calling? It is to me.

We must stop comparing ourselves to others and learn to be thankful for who we are.

Not all things in our outward appearance can be changed, but it is a totally different story about the inside—read your bible and you will see.

You’re short tempered. The Holy Spirit will help you with that. You feel intimidated being around other people and your conversation is limited. Read. Watch educational TV. I used to hate history in school (Probably still would if it was all about remembering dates.), but I adore history now. And above all else, I love biblical history!

But in order for us to love ourselves and see great value in who we are (flaws and all), we must first believe what God (the One who made us), has to say about us.

Our relationship status with ourselves should always be one of love. No, we are not perfect and never will be on this earth, but that doesn’t change who God says we are.

Each morning, speak a good relationship status over yourself. “I am smart!” “I am beautiful!” “I am fearless!” “I am kind!” “I am a woman of wisdom!” “I am a woman of godly counsel!” “I am forgiven!” “I am a good mother!”

I’m not encouraging anyone to be prideful; I just want us to move forward in love toward ourselves.

If your first answer to, “What’s your relationship status with yourself?” was negative or you couldn’t answer off the top of your head—change that today. After all, you have the mind of Christ and that means something!

Until next week...

Blessings and Hugs,

Ponnie