Adding Value to Our Community

As I look around, I noticed how big many people are becoming in America. Some of the young people are three times as big as the young people were when I was growing up. Many have succumbed to fast food and don’t even think about going outdoors except to get into their cars.

We should get campaigns going in our communities to educate people on the importance of eating healthy and exercise. We should teach them how to prepare simple meals of fruits, vegetables, protein and whole grains and the importance of drinking lots of water. We should help to motivate them to exercise on a regular basis. We should become positive role models through example and encouragement.

School is out and now is an excellent time to get people in the community involved in programs that will help to give them a better quality of life. We can think of ways to make it fun and exciting while we help them develop a habit of eating healthy and exercise. Let’s get out and do something that will add value to the people in our communities.

Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

Getting enough sleep is very important for maintaining a healthy body. The Bible tells us that our bodies are the temple of the Holy Spirit…Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own? – 1 Corinthians 6:19. We should maintain our bodies for the Holy Spirit to dwell in.

Some people may relate sleeping to laziness and some may think that sleep is a waste of time. But it is not a waste of time. Getting plenty of sleep has so many benefits;

• Sleep helps us to lose weight
• Sleep strengthens our immune system
• Sleep helps us to be alert throughout the day
• Sleep increases our productivty
• Sleep helps us to think straight and remember things
• Sleep refreshes and rejuvenates us
• Sleep is our defense against anxiety and depression
• Sleep helps us to stay alive

Sometimes it’s hard to sleep worrying about the cares of this life, but Peter tells us to cast all of our cares on Jesus…Casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you – 1 Peter 5:7.

Some people are so stressed that it’s hard for them to fall asleep. If you have a hard time falling asleep, try eliminating all distractions in your bedroom. Set an atmosphere of calmness and peace with some soft soothing music and scent of lavender.

Let’s get into a habit of getting plenty of sleep. Our bodies will be glad that we did!

Mother's Day

On Mother’s Day, we think about the wonderful times we’ve spent with our mother while growing up. We remembered the things she taught us and the times she showed us how to cook our favorite foods. We always think about the wonderful times we had together.

Don’t forget your mother on this special day. Call her and let her know that she is truly loved and appreciated. If your mother is with the Lord, think about the wonderful times you shared together.

After growing up, we can still hear our mother’s voice instructing us as we walk through the challenges of life. Mothers are a special gift to us from God. Let’s be thankful for our mothers.

Happy Mother’s Day!

It’s A New Season

This is the season to get out and do something good for ourselves. We should throw off the pass season blues and get moving. Taking a morning walk, or an evening stroll, is good for our minds. When we walk, it rids us of anxiety and it clears our thoughts. We feel the cool breeze gently hitting against us while the birds glorify God in the background. We can see the handiwork of a mighty God all around us.

Let us imitate the birds of the air by glorifying God for all the wonderful things He has done. What a way to start our day! What a way to end our day!

If It Wasn't for JESUS

by Gerri Nash

What if Jesus didn’t come to the earth, born of a virgin, died on the cross, rose from the dead, ascended into heaven, and seated on the right hand of God the Father?

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no redemption for mankind. There would be no remission of sins. There would be no right-standing with God our Father. There would be no eternal life. There would be no salvation.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no deliverance from the works of the devil. There would be no restoration. There would be no reconciliation. There would be no new beginning. There would be no promise.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no prosperity. There would be no liberty. There would be no freedom. There would be no victory.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no grace. There would be no mercy. There would be no love. There would be no joy. There would be no faith.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no protection. There would be no safety. There would be no direction. There would be no wisdom. There would be no truth. There would be no life.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no Healer. There would be no Doctor. There would be no Lawyer. There would be no Judge.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no Intercessor. There would be no Mediator. There would be no Advocator. There would be no High Priest.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no Messiah. There would be no Counselor. There would be no Prince of Peace. There would be no King of kings. There would be no Lord of lords.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no future. There would be no hope. There would be no way. There would be no second chance. There would be no third chance. There would be no other chance.

If it wasn’t for Jesus, there would be no Light to the world. There would be no believers. There would be no disciples. There would be no Gospel. Selah.

The Blood of Jesus

by Gerri Nash

"The blood of Jesus washes away our sins and makes us whole again...The blood of Jesus is our defense against the enemy and when we plead the blood, it bring us victory...The blood of Jesus cleanses us from all filth and shame and even takes away our pain...The blood of Jesus, we can apply any hour, because the blood of Jesus never looses it's power."

What Mother Is To Me

by Gerri Nash

A mother is sacrifice, suffering, headache, heartache.
A mother is pain, grief, hardship, lonely, caregiver.
A mother is nurse, maid, good cook, gardener.
A mother is housekeeper, homemaker, plumber, painter.
A mother is carpenter, electrician, accountant, seamstress.
A mother is doorway to the earth, head of the home.
A mother is overworked, underpaid, money stretcher.
A mother is teacher, coach, trainer, disciplinarian.
A mother is committed, obedience, influence, counselor.
A mother is encourager, protector, comforter, friend.
A mother is prayer, negotiator, intercessor, supplicator.
A mother is longsuffering, patient, tough, fortitude, strength.
A mother is honest, hope, role model, sweet, gentle, kind.
A mother is humorous, joy, laughter, unconditional love.
A mother is precious, special, Anointed, and Appointed!