What does the Bible say about Prayer?

 

Philippians 4:6 - Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything
by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made
known to God.

Mark 11:24 - Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe
that you have received it, and it will be yours.

1 Thessalonians 5:17 - Pray without ceasing.

Matthew 26:41 - Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation.
The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

Ephesians 6:18 - Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and
supplication. To that end keep alert with all perseverance, making
supplication for all the saints.

Colossians 4:2 - Continue steadfastly in prayer, being watchful in it with
thanksgiving.

Luke 18:1 - And he told them a parable to the effect that they ought always
to pray and not lose heart.

Jeremiah 29:12 - Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and
I will hear you.

Matthew 6:6 - But when you pray, go into your room and shut the door
and pray to your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in
secret will reward you.

Romans 8:26 - Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do
not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us
with groanings too deep for words.

Matthew 6:7 - And when you pray, do not heap up empty phrases as the
Gentiles do, for they think that they will be heard for their many words.

James 5:16 - Therefore, confess your sins to one another and pray for one
another, that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person has great
power as it is working.

2 Chronicles 7:14 - If my people who are called by my name humble
themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then
I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.

Matthew 21:22 - And whatever you ask in prayer, you will receive, if you have
faith.

1 Timothy 2:8  - I desire then that in every place the men should pray, lifting
holy hands without anger or quarreling.

**Prayer is sufficient in our daily lives**

      **So keep praying forward** 

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Summer Skin Tips

 

1. Wash Face

2. Exfoliate 

3. Apply a light moisturizer

4. Apply Sunscreen

5. Vitamin C

6. Drink Water

7. Avoid Tanning

8. Collagen

9. Multi-Vitamin

10. Probiotic

11. Eat Healthy

  

These tips will help your skin stay healthy and give it a glow.

Get outside, enjoy nature, but follow the tips above!

Ecclesiastes 3:11 He has made everything beautiful in his time

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Who are we in Christ?

 

1.We are Amazing
Psalm 138:14 
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made;
your works are wonderful, I know that full well.

2. We are Capable
Mark 10:27
Jesus looked at them and said, “With man this is impossible,
but not with God; all things are possible with God.”

3. We are Chosen
1 Thessalonians 1:4
We know, dear brothers and sisters, that God loves you and has
chosen you to be his own people.

4. We are never alone
Matthew 28:20
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I commanded you:
and lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world.

5. We are always loved
Romans 8:38-39
For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels
nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, 
neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be
able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our
Lord.

6. We are Beautiful
Ecclesiastes 3:11-12
He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has
also set eternity in the human heart; yet no one can fathom
what God has done from beginning to end. I know that there
is nothing better for people than to be happy and to
do good while they live.

7. We are Victorious
Romans 8:37
But in all these troubles we have complete victory through God,
who has shown his love for us.

8. We are Enough
2 Corinthians 12:9
But the Lord said, “My grace is all you need. Only when you
are weak can everything be done completely by my power.”
So I will gladly boast about my weaknesses. Then Christ’s power
can stay in me.

9. We are Created
Genesis 1:31
God looked at everything he had made. And he saw that
everything was very good.

10. We are Strong
Philippians 4:13
I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

These scriptures explain to us who we are in Christ!!

Study and Meditate on these Scriptures and watch 
your Life change!!

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Low Carb Crusted Parmesan Tilapia and Sauteed Green Beans

 

Preheat Oven 425

Spray Pan

4 Pieces of Tilapia Filets
Salt and pepper 

Cajun seasoning

Paprika

Parsley

Lemon

6 ounce bag of shredded parmesan

Oil Spray

Fresh green beans

Garlic powder

Olive Oil

Place Tilapia Filets on pan
Squeeze lemon juice from lemon over top of the filets

Mix seasonings and cheese in a bowl(cajun, paprika, parsley)
Sprinkle seasonings and cheese over top of filets
Spray top of filets

Place in oven for 20-30 minutes

Heat a frying pan, add olive oil
Cut off edges and string green beans
Season green beans with garlic powder, salt and pepper

Place in hot oil, mix with spatula until slightly brown and glossy 

Enjoy! A Delicious, Low Carb Meal!

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She Warriors Low Calorie, Low Carb Pizza-Delicious

 

Preheat oven 375

Crust
1 small cauliflower head
6 ounce bag of shredded parmesan cheese
Garlic Powder
Basil Seasoning
2 eggs

Toppings
2 tbsp of marinara sauce
1/2 cup of onions
1/2 cup of peppers(green or yellow)
1/2 cup of mushrooms
12 slices of pepperoni
6 ounce bag of mozzarella cheese

On a large pizza pan, place parchment paper, cut to fit 

Cut Cauliflower off stalk-cut up and boil for 5 minutes
Or microwave
Drain really well
Then after cauliflower cools, grate it with a grater into
a bowl
Then add 6 ounce bag of parmesan cheese
2 eggs
Add garlic powder
Add basil seasoning
Stir really well, take hands and stir and mend

Pour mixture on parchment paper
Spread it until it fills the pan, mash and spread evenly
Put in oven for 10 to 15 minutes depending on your oven 
and likeness
Then turn the crust over and bake more if you like

Take out of oven
Put on the marinara sauce, mozzarella cheese, onions  peppers,
mushrooms, pepperoni

Put back in over for a few minutes until cheese is melted.

Pizza makes 8 slices
Delicious!! Go ahead Enjoy!! Yum!!

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Are Boundaries Biblical??

 

Are  Boundaries Biblical?? YES!!

As Christians we need boundaries in order to have healthy
relationships. It is easy to overlook this important step. Boundaries
are an important part of our lives and others. It is important for our
spiritual, physical, mental and emotional health.

Think of boundaries as your personal fence, that protects your
personal space. You are at a healthy distance, but it keeps out anyone
or anything that can cause harm, physically, mentally or emotionally. It
is a line where you end and they begin. It defines who you are, a
sense of ownership.

It allows you to be in control of your time, energy, resources and money,
when to say yes and when to say no. You decide what you will and will
not tolerate. 
 
Sometimes people are difficult, hurtful, and hard to be around. They
suck the life right out of you, zap your energy, get you off track,
discourage you, and damage you emotionally, and leave you feeling
awful. If you feel like this, it is time to set boundaries.

Boundaries are for us personally(this is my jurisdiction and you don't
have the right to cross it), this helps protect us from people who have
no self control.

We should pray and forgive, and hand it over to God!
Forgiveness doesn't mean we have to let them back in.
Forgiveness is given and trust is earned! 

Even Jesus set boundaries!

Matthew 14:22-23(Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the
boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he dismissed the
crowd. After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by
himself to pray. 

Mark 1:35(Very early in the morning, while it was still
dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where
he prayed)

**Jesus took care of his needs, and he prioritized his time, so should we!

 

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What does the Bible say about Codependency!

 

Codependency is a choice mentally in which people use each
other to get their emotional needs met in a selfish way.

Where did codependency come from: It comes from pain we
suffered as a child, and becomes expressed in adulthood. It is
self-loathing and self-sacrificial behaviors, which brings misery
instead of joy.

Instead of unconditional love an acceptance, they use each other, 
to get something for themselves.

They rely on each other for their emotional and physical needs,
instead of taking care of themselves. Plus they lack confidence in
God to care for their needs, and manipulate others to get what they
want.

This way they both feel OK, even though, it's unhealthy.

They avoid the truth in love and have trouble recognizing their own
sinful habits, and need for repentance.

Pride, fear and boundaries are related to codependency.
(Proverbs 29:25) The fear of man lays a snare, but whoever
trusts in the Lord is safe. Pride keeps us from seeing our self,
the way God sees us. God loves us regardless, but he also says
we are wicked and need a Savior. (Mark 10:18) And Jesus said to
him, 'Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. 
This can offend people's pride!

Codependent people are loyal, but in a toxic way, because they
support sinful and even illegal behavior. They even deny they have a
problem.

It's fear driven, because they want people to like them, this results in
people pleasing behaviors, it's about their own selfish desires.

Codependents don't feel whole, and copy others to gain a sense of
identity. This keeps them from making their own choices. It is about
control, they try to manipulate and control others, rather than focus
on themselves, an overstep peoples boundaries. We need healthy
boundaries to maintain a healthy relationship.

The Bible gives us instructions by telling us how we ought to relate to
one another. Instead of codependent it is interdependency(mutually
responsible to others while sharing responsibilities.) 

Solutions:

Jesus said we are to love one another equal to ourselves, not more
than ourselves. Codependents consider themselves of no value, and
people please, They act out of guilt and fear, and need to be needed(so
they use the other person to meet their own needs. They need each
other to be OK, so they will be OK!

Solution 1: they need to gain their self-worth through Jesus Christ, it's
not based on work, or the service you perform. Service is a choice.
Solution 2: they need to have balanced living and take care of them-
selves.

Solution 3: they need to live balanced lives, take responsibility for their
own health and well-being.

Solution 4: they need to have healthy boundaries and set limits, and
not allow others to compromise those boundaries.

Solution 5: they need to help in appropriate ways, by letting others act
independently, rather than making others dependent on them.

Solution 6: they need to learn to be God directed, knowing that God
brings the ultimate results.

Christian Counselors can help with Codependency-by encouraging
and being honest and can model healthy living. Codependency is
not biblical. The scriptures are not characterized by manipulation,
dependency, or control others, or striving for approval. Christians find
their identity in Christ, by being loved, accepted, forgiven and redeemed
by Jesus Christ.

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It's that time of year, get in shape quickly!

First of all you need self discipline, realistic goals and a plan!

Don't compare yourself to others, this is about you, and your
health.

Set a schedule for yourself:

Monday-20 minutes of upper body strength
Tuesday-20 minutes of walking, jogging, or running
Wednesday-20 minutes of lower body strength
Thursday-20 minutes of walking, jogging, or running
Friday-20 minutes of all over body strength
Saturday-20 minutes of walking, jogging, or running
Sunday-Time for a Break! Shew(LOL)

Diet Changes:

Reduce foods with salt, sugar and trans fat
Eat lean proteins(fish, ground turkey, beans, greek yogurt, and eggs)
Eat lots of veggies and fruits, whole grains, and low fat
Avoid cholesterol and saturated fats

Consider meal planning and prepping
Consider how many calories 
Use smaller plates
Eat portion sizes(measure)

No fast-food and no sugary drinks

Here are some steps to consider:

Talk to your doctor, make sure you have no health conditions
Drink plenty of water(before and after meals)
Set realistic goals(take pics along the way)
Don't get discouraged it takes time
Don't give up
Don't focus on number
Focus on how you feel, how your clothes fit, and health improvement
Be consistent

Clean out those cabinets(toss)(sugar, junkfood, soda, juices, coffee
creamer, processed foods, high salt content, prepackaged snacks)
Instead get healthy snacks(nuts, whole fruits, chopped veggies,
hummus, low salt whole grain crackers, yogurt and seeds)

Slow down while eating(it takes your brain 20 minutes to realize 
it's full)

Get a good nights sleep(turn off phone and tv a hour before going 
to bed, turn down lights)

Let's do this!

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Can you commit to the Entertainment Challenge?

 

The Entertainment Challenge!

The importance of who we hang around, what we listen to and
what we watch can make a huge impact on our daily lives.

Pay attention to the word Entertainment, it has the word Enter
in it.

For 30 days:

Listen only to Christian Music
Only Hang around Christian Family and Friends
Watch only Christian movies, or shows

And see the impact this has on your life!

Are you up for the challenge?

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Are you Helping or Enabling??

Helping VS Enabling

Helping- is to give or provide for someone who can't help themselves.

Helping can be considered an act of kindness, but overdoing it can backfire.

Enabling- is to continue to help someone who should be doing it for
themselves. The person is receiving help instead of facing the
consequences and being held accountable, so they continue with this
behavior.

This is actually harmful not helpful- people tend to do this out of guilt,
pity, or shame. When they should be helping them find a solution. It can
actually, make the situation worse. Are you helping them make positive
changes, or making it worse, by keeping them stuck and then they
continue. You are actually keeping an unhealthy connection between you
both, called codependency. You are not a helper, you are an enabler. 

True help comes from inspiring them to be the best they can be!

Setting Healthy Boundaries lets people know what you will and will not
tolerate.

If you continue to keep rescuing them they grow weaker and become
dependent on you to bail them out. Instead teach them on how to handle
the situation. You can create a stronger impact on their life by teaching 
them on how to help themselves.

Sometimes we make excuses for them, but that only gives room for more
toxic behavior. They have to face the consequences or they will never learn.

Encourage them by helping them find the right resources, so they can
learn to help themselves. 

Jesus was not an enabler, he let people have free will, he never imposed,
even if they went away empty handed.

Sometimes God is working something out in their life, if we enable we
are interfering with God's plan.

Yes we should help others, but it shouldn't be a continuous thing.
Help once and teach them how.

Learn to help but not enable!

We are to help those who can't help themselves, but if they are able, 
we should encourage them to do so!

Romans 14:12 
So then each one of us will give an account of himself to God

Galatians 6:5 
For each one will bear his own load.

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