What Does The Bible Say About Darkness? What About Halloween?

What does the Bible Say:

No matter what we go through in life experiencing the darkness, always makes you appreciate the light.

Whether you are facing demons, making a terrifying life decision, or something exciting, and scary. With that being said, there is nothing that can teach us better than the Bible, when it comes to the darkness, evil and even things of demonic nature.

The Bible teaches us about good and evil, and  

wisdom about darkness, deception and fear.

So Halloween? Hmmmm....
The answer is pretty clear, read below!

Here are some related scriptures:

1. 1 Corinthians 10:21 "You cannot drink the cup of the Lord and the cup of demons. You cannot partake of the table of the Lord and the table of demons."

2. Ephesians 5:11
"Take no part in the unfruitful works of darkness, but instead expose them."

3. Ephesians 4:27
"And give no opportunity to the devil."

4. 1 Peter 5:8
"Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour."

5. Isaiah 5:20
"Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who put darkness for light and light for darkness, who put bitter for sweet and sweet for bitter!"

6. 1 Thessalonians 5:21-22
"But test everything; hold fast what is good. Abstain from every form of evil."

7.Romans 13:12
"The night is far gone; the day is at hand. So then let us cast off the works of darkness and put on the armor of light."

8. James 4:7
"Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you."

9. Ephesians 5:15-16
"Look carefully then how you walk, not as unwise but as wise, making the best use of the time, because the days are evil."

10. Titus 1:15
"To the pure, all things are pure, but to the defiled and unbelieving, nothing is pure; but both their minds and their consciences are defiled."

11. John 3:19-20
"And this is the judgment: the light has come into the world, and people loved the darkness rather than the light because their works were evil. For everyone who does wicked things hates the light and does not come to the light, lest his works should be exposed."

12. Luke 10:19-20
"Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, and nothing shall hurt you. Nevertheless, do not rejoice in this, that the spirits are subject to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven."

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Pumpkin Spice Protein Latte

Pumpkin Spice Protein Latte

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 cup of unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon of chocolate protein
• 1 tablespoon of pumpkin spice
• 1 tablespoon of instant coffee
• 1 tablespoon of caramel chips
• 1 teaspoon of Stevia sweetener (optional)  —
depends on your sweet tooth

INSTRUCTIONS:

Mix all in a blender and prepare to enjoy!
Top with low fat whipped cream... Yum!!!!

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30-Day Water Challenge: Join In To Improve Your Health In Amazing Ways!

The 30-Day Water Challenge and its Benefits!!

Water is necessary for your overall well-being. Every single cell, tissue, organ, and body part needs water to keep them in good working condition, and to help regulate your body's temperature.

Hydration is essential for your health. You simply must have adequate water each day.

The water challenge is simple:

You agree and pledge to drink the recommended daily intake of water, which is 64 ounces daily, for 30 days straight. 

You'll feel amazed at how great you will feel, by just having fresh water running through your body! If you can do this for 30 days, then you can always continue doing so for your overall health in the long term.

Even though 64 ounces is the recommended amount, you can calculate how much water you need to drink daily for your specific needs by dividing your total body weight (lbs.)

 by TWO. Whatever that weight is, drink the same amount of OUNCES of water. Easy!

A few tips on how you can stick to your water challenge: 

 1. Try to buy reusable water bottles with measurements on the side, so you can keep track of how much that you drink. 

 2. Get a friend or family member to take this challenge with you, so that you each can encourage one other. It's good to have support.

 3. Plan your day's water intake out and space it. Set a timer to remind you when it's time to drink your water. 

** I personally use disposable bottled water, as well. To make sure that I stay on track, I set my bottles out each morning, so that I'll remember to drink them!

The Amazing Benefits:

• Better digestion 

• Improve blood circulation 

• Maintain healthy brain function 

• Regulate body temperature 

• Prevent kidney stones 

• Better blood pressure 

• Reduce risk of stoke and heart attack; lowers cholesterol 

• Moisturizes skin, hair, and nails

• Reduce acne 

• Reduces water retention 

• Eliminates body waste

• Better maintain energy levels 

• Helps prevent headaches 

• Helps prevent aging 

• Greatly assists in weight loss 

• Helps with diabetes management

• Better joint health 

• Reduces risk of cancers

• Rids your body of toxins 

• Eye and vision health 

• Helps with types of neurological disorders 

• Helps with depression 

• Improves sleep 

• Osteoporosis prevention 

• Helps the immune system

And many more, so get started, and reap the benefits! Your body will thank you for it!!

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Can Christians Vent?

Venting is letting out strong emotions over certain situations.

When we talk to a trusted someone over something that happened or how someone treated us — this is venting.

We are expressing our emotions through words. It's a harmless way to let out steam, which is important! It allows us to calm down and rationalize our thoughts and emotions. We just want to be heard and understood!

BUT: We need to make sure our venting doesn't take a sinful route, such as using foul language, hate speech, or escalating into physical harm.

Again, venting is a way to calm ourselves and regain control over our emotions. Doing so can also sometimes strengthen our relationships to where we can move on past whatever issue it may be.

IMPORTANT: Make sure the person you are venting to is someone you can trust, who won't hold you accountable for what was said during that moment. A trusted, Christian friend, or better yet a Christian Counselor.

WAYS WE CAN VENT WITHOUT DISHONORING GOD:

Matthew 12:36
But I say unto you, That every idle word that men shall speak, they shall give account thereof in the day of judgment.

Ephesians 4:26
Be ye angry, and sin not: let not the sun go down upon your wrath.

Ephesians 4:29
Let no corrupt communication proceed out of your mouth, but that which is good to the use of edifying, that it may minister grace unto the hearers.

Jesus warns us that God keeps a record of our words; what we say matters. We can vent, as long as we don't disobey the Lord. We can talk, but we don't rehash things over and over again. We're to forgive and move on.

We're not to use foul language, abusive speech, or develop hateful thoughts. We must regain our self-control and NEVER go to bed angry... "Do not give the devil a foothold!"

Venting is a way of release because bottling it up can cause harm, sickness, anxiety, and/or insomnia, among other things. It's a healthy way to release our emotions, so the devil can't step in and use them to cause more harm.

We're human. We sometimes let our emotions fly. But we don't have to sin in order to express them. So yes, Christians can vent as long as it's done in the proper way, with the proper person, such as a Christian Counselor.

The best person to vent to is God-we can talk to God about anything, and lay it

at his feet!

**DON'T CONFUSE VENTING WITH GOSSIPING**

What's the difference? Basically...

If you're VENTING, the focus is on your thoughts and feelings; about how whatever it may be and how it directly affects you.

If you're GOSSIPING, the focus is usually on trashing the other person.

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Rock Your Age!

Everyone gets older and everyone ages, but you can stay forever young at heart!

Age is just a number!

Take good care of yourself, eat healthy, exercise, and stay busy doing the things that you love!

As you age, you'll feel like the same person you did when you were younger — on the inside, that is...

You might have health problems or aches and pains, but you still want love, time, and attention. You want to laugh, have fun, and do the things that you love to do.

The only difference is that you have aged.

The good news is you have gotten wiser!  Your can now take that wisdom and put it to good use...

Don't let your age hold you back!

ROCK YOUR AGE... 

And live your life to the fullest!

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Never Under-Estimate The Power Of An Underdog!

The Underdog...

Life can be a challenge that we all want to meet. 

The best strategy is to not be afraid of coming in second or third or even last. Pick yourself up, never give up, and keep going, because you are already a winner for putting yourself out there.

It's better to try and not succeed than not to try at all!

When you set your mind to never look back to see who's behind you, you can keep going without fear of who may pass you. Focus forward!

Just keep improving. Don't have unrealistic expectations. Your expectations are your own and yours alone. Being an underdog means that people expect you not to win. This alone can be very motivating because you'll want to prove them wrong.

Your priorities are yours alone. Be focused on your purpose and values rather than on winning. Your priorities are revealed in what you do.

Determination is the key... As long as you don't stop working at improving, you are winning!

Most winners assume that they did everything right; their mistakes are overlooked. But as an underdog, you are underrated, overpowered, and overlooked. However, this keeps you questioning whatever you did wrong so that you can work on making it right!

Everyone loves the underdog because underdogs have the mindset to keep on going, keep on improving, and have the determination to overcome the odds.

No one knows who you are. But it's a challenge (being an underdog). And if you love a challenge, you can beat the odds.

When you don't fear losing, that is a competitive advantage you have over anyone. Put your trust in God and show no fear... just like David did against the giant Goliath!

Being an underdog can sometimes be the advantage! Have faith and show no fear! Keep trying. Keep going! One day, you'll come out on top!

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Berry Spinach Spring Salad

Berry Spinach Spring Salad

6 cups of baby spinach
1/2 cup of strawberries
1/2 cup of raspberries
1/2 cup of blueberries
1/2 cup of blackberries
1/3 cup of feta cheese
1/4 cup of pecans

Top it with Raspberry Vinaigrette

1 cup of raspberries
1/2 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup of red wine vinegar
1 tsp Dijon mustard

Salt and pepper to taste

Mix in blender

Pour a 1/4 of a cup on your salad...

DELISH!!

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Skin Care For Spring

Spring is finally here... Winter has left the building!

With that being said, our skin holds more water in the spring and summer. So we don't need as much moisturizer; we can go lighter.

But we do need an SPF of at least 30+ and aloe for after-sun care! And don't forget your lips and sun hat to protect your face...

Exfoliating is a great way to get rid of dead skin cells, so our skin can breathe and our pores can unlock. You don't need anything harsh. A small amount of glycolic acid will do the trick.

Spring clean your products. Throw out anything over 6 months old. Old products can host bacteria, which will make your skin dull and will clog pores. Makeup brushes should be washed once a week and dried with a hair dryer.

Simple Rules: Go lighter with your moisturizer and makeup, and use fresh products and clean items; SPF 30+ (I would suggest OIL OF OLAY) for daily routine, and aloe (organic pure aloe) after being outside!

Facial mists are a great way to cool down, instead of wiping or rubbing skin — to keep skin clear and bacteria-free.

Also: Don't forget your fruits and veggies! They are good for the skin!

Last, but not least — WATER for hydration!

Happy Spring!!

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She Warrior's Epic Energy Protein Balls

Who said healthy couldn't taste good?

These are Delish!
Need a pick me up, between meals?
These are YOUR answer!

• 1 cup of instant oats
• 1 scoop of chocolate protein
• 1/2 cup of all natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup of coconut flakes
• 1/4 cup of peanut butter/chocolate chips
• 1/4 cup of honey
• 1 tbsp of flax seeds
• 1 tbsp of chia seeds
• 1 tbsp of cocoa

Mix all ingredients together, and stir!
Roll into 1 inch balls!
Put on parchment paper and freeze for a few hours!
Take out, put in a container, with parchment paper in between each layer!
2 is a serving size!

Hope you Enjoy!

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Homemade Yogurt Parfaits

Homemade Yogurt Parfaits are so easy to make and taste sooooo good!

SHHHHHH...…. It's our secret that it's healthy!

Can I hear someone say "YUM"

1 cup of granola

1 cup of plain greek yogurt

1 cup of fresh berries

Put a 1/4 cup of granola in a small glass.

Add a layer of yogurt on top, followed by fruit.

Repeat until mixture or glass is full.

Makes 2 servings.

 

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