Try To See The Good In Everything

This past week in Birmingham, Al was very VERY interesting. We were caught completely off guard by a winter snow storm. Winter snow storm? In Alabama? YES, that is correct! Due to how cold it was, the snow was able to stick to the ground & quickly turn into ice. I've never witnessed something happen so fast. Everything started closing, people were in a rush to get to their families and hopefully make it home. A TON of people were stranded on highways. A TON of kids had to stay at their schools overnight. People had to spend the night at their workplace, salons, restaurants, their cars, & even Walmart! Some people decided to walk many miles to their loved ones or home. Throughout all the craziness that went on, it was really good to see how people pulled together & helped others out. What's that saying? 
"There Is  Beauty In Every Storm". I truly believe that after this week. 

This Doctor walked 6 MILES in the Snow Storm to perform Brain Surgery!! How Heroic is That!!

An ambulance crashed on their way to pick up a pregnant lady who was in labor. The doctors talked her boyfriend through the delivery process. They were able to deliver a healthy baby!! God is amazing!

Here is a picture of a major high way here in Birmingham. It became a parking lot. 

I seen this post on facebook & thought it humorous as well as true!! I think it's always good to pull some positives from a bad situation! 

S/O to Janaye!

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40 Day Purpose Driven Life

Today along with an accountability partner, I started this 40 Day Journey to Discover My True Purpose. I'm excited! I will be sharing with you all via my blog, my experience!

 "The Purpose Driven Life" by Rick Warren is among the New York Times Best Sellers List. Have you discovered your True Purpose in Life yet? If not Join Us! Go grab a copy of this book!

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The Dangers of Detachment Bible Study Notes

Here are my notes from Bible Study this week at The Rock Church here in Birmingham, Al! Ever felt detached from God? 

Check These Notes Out ASAP

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"Formerly Known" by Andy Mineo

Andy Mineo is a talented Christian rapper. He's very versatile and one of my favorite artists to listen to. You can download one of his best mixtapes right here for free!! Just click the link and give his music a shot. You will not be disappointed.

 http://reachrecords.com/releases/show/Formally-Known-Mixtape

SPEAK LIFE!

Ask Yourself This Question... "What Am I Speaking Over My Life"? Are you speaking Life over your circumstances? Are you speaking fear? Are you speaking frustration? Are you speaking doubt? Are you speaking negativity? Are you speaking EXCUSES? 

Many of us fall victim to these things at some point. Some of us have a negative habit of speaking death instead of life over our circumstances without even knowing it. It's a habit. We may say things like "Man I just can't seem to do anything right, it's not going to happen, it'll never happen, I feel terrible, I'm broke, I'm going to fail, I Can't, etc..." Do these things sound familiar? 

Many of us know that the power of life & death lie in the power of the tongue but do you really believe that? 

BNspired to DO SOMETHING NEW! BNspired to Speak Life over yourself & your circumstances! Everyday I wake up, I'm making it a habit to Speak Life. I say things like "Today will be a Great, Productive, Positive Day. Today I will help someone in a great way. Today I am extremely blessed & favored. Today I will be productive. I Am Blessed, I am prosperous, I am beautiful. ETC.. 

Check out this AWESOME song called "Speak Life"! 

Here are some affirmations you can start to speak over your life. 

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Happy MLK Day!!

If Not For Love Then Why?

I was driving to work one rainy morning and while I was at a red light, I looked over and seen this. Inspiration is truly everywhere if we take a moment to notice. "If Not for Love Then Why?" A lot of things came to mind when I 1st seen this. Instantly I wanted to capture the moment, so I took a picture. I started thinking about the aspects of LOVE. I believe it's our sole purpose on this earth. Some may say "well if its not for love then its for the MONEY" lol I guess that really does depend on who you're asking but I would take LOVE over MONEY any day. True Real LOVE... Rare, but it's there. 

BNspired to Love More. Love What You Do. Love The People Around You. Love Strangers. It's a million ways you can show love throughout your day, Do IT! 

I Think Myself Happy

I'm pretty sure you have heard this before right? The only person in charge of your happiness is YOU! Paul said in Acts 26:2 "I think myself happy". Sounds like a good idea to me! Think more on positive thoughts that make you happy. This could include happy memories, doing things that make you happy, going places that make you happy, etc. See yourself being happy then begin to speak those things into existence. Go out & Make It Happen. 

BNspired to CHOOSE HAPPINESS today over frustration, dissatisfaction, uncomfortable circumstances, excuses, loneliness, etc. CHOOSE to CREATE your OWN HAPPINESS. 

Do You Feel Good?

I really believe the more you "Feel Good" the better your day will go as well as your life! The Secret is a very interesting documentary I watched back in 2013 about how your feelings, thoughts, & words really shape your life. I think it's a ton of truth to that. BNspired to focus more on things that make you FEEL GOOD! See how your life begins to change!

The Rock Church App!

Do you have "The Rock" Church App Yet? If Not, What Are You Waiting On??? If you are ever in need of a good word thats very relatable & engaging download this app!! There are several sermons you can watch or listen too. BNspired!

Isaiah 43:18-19!!!!

These are my #2014verses! In all I do, I reflect on these 2 verses. Do you have a 2014 verse that really speaks to your life?

BNspired to find you a verse or 2 to really reflect on & believe in for your future. It's really awesome. I picked these 2 verses from Isaiah towards the end of 2013. Right around the time January 1st came around I seen this post from Joel Osteen as well as this Verse of the Day on my Bible app. 

"You Will" @andymineo Acoustic Cover | @whatisjoedoing @chansolegit

CHECK OUT THIS AWESOME SONG COVER TO ANDY MINEO "YOU WILL"

Finish Strong Bible Study Notes!!

Here are my notes from bible study last week.

 FINISH STRONG 

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Also if you would like me to send you these notes via email, just shoot a quick comment below!

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Finish 2013 Strong!

Can you really believe we're almost half way through December? Time has been flying. Despite everything we've all went through in 2013, we still have time left to finish this year out strong! I'm determined to do so. This morning a friend of mine sent me this text so I went and listened to the song. I hope it blesses your day likes it's already blessed mine. I looked up some verses that goes hand in hand with this. We all have weak moments right? I've had more than a few lately but I know I'm only growing stronger from them. 

2 Corithians 12:9-10 Each time he said,  “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.”  So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.  That’s why I take pleasure in my weaknesses, and in the insults, hardships, persecutions, and troubles that I suffer for Christ. For when I am weak, then I am strong.  

Instagram Inspiration

A Great Friend of mine posted this yesterday. Definitely felt some conviction after reading it. BNspired not to try to force things in your life. This includes friendships, relationships, trying to fit in, etc.. I'm learning this myself. If things don't happen naturally then maybe it's not something you need at the time. We all can strive to learn to be more patient with ourselves. Everybody won't be truly for you & that's fine. When you know your value, you don't have to beg people to like you, be your mate, to spend time with you, or to love you. Long as you're confident in who you are, you'll be fine. 

GREATER IS COMING!

I can't make this up. I'm at my office working on some scheduling. I'm currently listening to Jekalyn Carr - Greater is Coming. I happen to look down on my phone and I see this daily message from Pastor A.D. app. GREATER IS COMING not only for me but for you as well! BNspired to Really Believe That! 

Check Out This Great Song Below "Greater Is Coming"

Andy Mineo- Curious

Like Rap Music? Check out a great Christian rapper by the name of Andy Mineo. I came across a great song of his titled "Curious". I was talking to Rashad Johnson via Instagram when I seen a post from him which had some of the lyrics to the song on it. It was so ironic because I had been listening to the song earlier that day & the lyrics he had put up was my favorite part of the song! 

I've been focusing more on building my future instead of dwelling on my past. Andy said we should be content & focus on the things God gives, not things he didn't. I Loved that. It was clarity. 

      Here's the song..Hope you all enjoy it!

AFFIRMATION!

I really didn't realize the true importance of "AFFIRMING" myself that much until I read this in a book titled "One Day My Soul Just Opened Up" by Iyanla Vanzant. This is an amazing book geared towards spiritual strength & personal growth. It's a very applicable read. A couple days ago, the main focal point was "Affirmation". We all know it's better to think about the positives than negatives in your life. One way to do that is to affirm yourself! Everyday throughout your day, BNspired to AFFIRM YOU! Think positive thoughts about yourself, how you look, who you are, things you've done to help others, etc. I'm telling you, this is a great way to build yourself up. 

The truth is you are beautiful, you are smart, you are genuine, you are loving, you are growing, you are better today than you were yesterday & you are well on your way. The truth is your hair does looks pretty, your smile is eye catching, you are unique, you are special, you are a great friend, you are a great companion, you are a wonderful mother, father, sister, brother, aunt t, etc. Tell yourself these things daily! 

BNspired to BUILD YOURSELF UP! AFFIRM YOURSELF!

 

Clarity Check✔

I was reading one of my devotions the other night and the main verse came from Deuteronomy 31:8. This was my first time reading this verse and as I read it something clicked in my head and brought me back to a verse I had focused on a few weeks ago which was from Hebrews 13:5. This was clarity for me & I just wanted to share with you all that no mater WHAT you're dealing with, TRUST & BELIEVE that God is always there. The word says "He Will Never Fail You, He Will Never Abandon You. Remember these verses, BNspired to implant them into your heart!

Devotion

This was my devotion Saturday Night. It was definitely something 

I needed & was right on time. 

The entire devotion reads:

God's answer of "not now" to Hannah's prayers was difficult to bear while enduring the cutting, taunting word. God's timing may appear to be disconnected from your circumstances, but in hindsight His timing is timely. Weather through the storm, God will give you the strength. If you know of a fellow Christian going through such times, come alongside them and help lift them up.

Despite my circumstances this just goes to let me know that His timing is timely. 

Timely is defined:
as: occurring at a suitable time; seasonable; opportune; well-timed: 

I was thinking of different situations I've been dealing with & the fact that I've been praying for more patience all throughout this year. It only makes sense that if I've been praying for more patience, God would allow certain things to happen that would FORCE me to BE patient. I have faith knowing that everything will work out for my good according to his timing, not mine! 

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Pastor AD Daily Inspiration

If you haven't already, go download Pastor Adrian Davis App! He sends daily messages/inspiration that truly bless my life. Just Type in Adrian Davis in the app search bar! 

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Facebook Inspiration

Seen this on Facebook the other day & felt I had to share it! It Inspired Me so Hopefully It'll Inspire You As Well! S/O to my bro Devyn for sharing!

Morning Inspiration

It's funny how just as I was updating this blog, I received this text from my brother Mark. It's great having real friends that really do care about your faith. This was just what I needed to read this morning, so maybe it's something you need to read as well! Thanks again Bro

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Bible Study Notes

I Love Bible Studies At The Rock Church here in Birmingham, Al. Here are my notes from yesterday. 

The Series is titled "I'm Under Construction". This is perfect timing for me being that I'm truly under construction with different situations in my life. I hope you enjoy these notes & try to make them applicable to your life!

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"You Must Lift As You Climb"

This was one of my devotions last night from a GREAT App called "Devotion". It read "While encouraging others is part of following God, how you receive those encouraging words is just as important. Instead of responding with a negative reaction that promotes lack of confidence, accept it gracefully with a simple thank you or one with sincere gratitude. God made you in his image and values your every thought and presence. 

I read this shortly after I watched the "Black Girls Rock" event on t.v. last night. The entire show was very inspirational to me and one of the main quotes I heard was from the creator Beverly Bond. After her speech towards the end of the show she stated "You Must Lift As You Climb" How GREAT is that? That's the sole purpose of why I started this blog "To Inspire and Encourage" others. I believe little things go a long way. BNspired to compliment somebody you don't know today. Trust me it will mean more to them than you know!

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Keep Moving!!

Seen this picture on Instagram!

Caption: 

No Matter What Life Throws At You! 

Who likes to be stagnant? Not me! BNspired to grow, to learn, to improve, to help, & to LOVE! Growth presents itself through experiences, people, & life lessons so whatever you're dealing with keep moving

forward. 

Facebook Inspiration

I seen this post from a friend last Thursday & honestly it has flashed through my mind a lot every since. It's not by coincidence how just hearing or reading different things kind of connects back to something that really stood out to you before. After I read this post, the main thing that stood out was doing things to please God or "Prove Him Right". That's how we can operate in excellence everyday consistently. 

Looking back over different situations that I've experienced, I'm realizing that even though I love God and try to live right, it's been easy getting wrapped up in trying to please PEOPLE instead of him. After reading this, it was like a lightbulb went off & things really started to make sense to me. 
I'm so glad I can log onto different social networks & see inspirational posts like this one. Thanks AC!!

Deitrick Haddon - Have Your Way

Woke Up With This Song On My Heart!

Hope You All Enjoy! 

Pastor AD Daily Inspiration

Pastor Ad daily messages be right on time for me. If you haven't already, I encourage you to download his app. Just type in Adrian Davis in the app store. He sends daily messages of inspiration & they are extremely helpful. 

We all want & think we are ready for so many things. This could be dream jobs, marriage, new friendships, more money, etc. When you pray & pray for certain things to happen & they just don't happen, maybe it's not what you need at that time. Delayed doesn't mean denied. This goes right into God plans being greater than our plans. 

Trust Him! 

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God Plans > Our Plans

I came across this post a couple weeks ago. This really touched me with personal situations I'm going through. I've learned that...well I'm currently in the process of learning to be more patient as well as thankful for everything thats happening to me. I've always believed that God allows things to happen for a reason & with some things not going as I planned, I'm believing God has something even better in store for my future. When our plans fall through, instead of trying to understand why or being upset, we all should strive to TRUST Him more. 

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God I Need You ASAP

Here Are My Notes From Church Yesterday At The Rock here In Birmingham, Al. Pastor Mike brought an incredible RIGHT ON TIME word that has blessed me. I hope it blesses you as well! 

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If you can't zoom in and read the notes, FEEL FREE to leave a comment asking me to email them to you! I'll be glad to!

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Dr. Visit! Sunday Notes At The Rock!

Sunday at The Rock Church here in Birmingham, Al was beyond Amazing. It was one of those "Right On Time" Words. I tried to take as many notes as I could and they have blessed my life and my mind. I hope they bless yours as well.  

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v.30- "Who touched me?" Everybody else Jesus healed, he touched! But this woman touched him. You won't be blessed until you engage in participatory deliverance! He could easily come to us and call our names but he's looking for us to come to him & call his name! We need to touch God! Seek him & Worship him. 

v.33-34- the frightened woman; the daughter. God only bless his children, sons and daughters! If we won't submit to him he's not going to bless us. In verse 29 the blood stopped but in verse 34 he pronounce her healed. Just because something stops in your life doesn't mean you're healed from it & well! Declare by faith you're well! 

Today's Word with Joel Osteen

This was right on time for me today! Thank God for A NEW DAY! 

Time To Get Back In the Game

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Daily Messages From Pastor A.D.

                                

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Sunday NOTES!! Here Today Gone Tomorrow

Here are my notes from service yesterday at THE ROCK CHURCH here in Birmingham, Al. I'm glad I was able to go & get a good word. I hope these notes inspire & help you like they did me! Lets All Strive To Apply These Notes In Our Everyday Lives. 

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*If you would like me to email you these notes, PLEASE don't hesitate to leave a comment or message on here and let me know. I'll be glad to do it!

V.O.D.

Proverbs 3:5-6

V.O.D. (Verse Of The Day)

This morning, while I was writing out my to do list for the day, I decided to start putting a verse down to meditate & think about throughout the day. Today I went with one of my favorite verses that means A LOT to me personally. 

1 Timothy 4:12

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GREATER THAN~TYE TRIBBET

I came across this youtube video which is basically a sample of this guy Tye Tribbet New Cd titled "Greater Than". After Listening, I went to itunes and purchased the album. PLEASE BNspired to check it out. The Album is AMAZING! Some of my favorite songs are: What Can I Do, You Are Everything, Greater Than, You Are Good, Better, & He Did It Before

CHECK IT OUT ASAP!!!

Bible Study Notes!!!

I'm so glad I was able to go to bible study yesterday. It wasn't until last night, I truly realized this message was exactly for me. RIGHT ON TIME!!! You never know what someone is going through.

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Testing..

Reveals to God. Where you stand with them, how much you trust him

Reveals to the Devil- Your testing shows the devil if he can keep up. Shows If you are as rooted in your faith as you say you are. 

Reveals to You-Testing reveals whose really for you, things you appreciate, where you are in life, etc.

2 Corinthians 12:9 Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me.

*Stay faithful in your testing! We all should be asking for Christ Power more than anything!

*God is testing and training us for another level in Him! 

HakunaMatata!

Matthew 6:34

“So don’t worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will bring its own worries. Today’s trouble is enough for today.

Change!

Seen this on Instagram & was Nspired!! I have so many things I'm in the process of changing in my life & this just reminded me to really follow through! I've learned that change really starts with your MIND 1st! Once you change your mind & the way you think, then your actions should follow. BNspired to change for the better, no matter what it is. Health, your job, eating habits, relationships, insecurities, laziness, fitness, social groups, etc,.. Make your mind up 1st, then follow through. 

Why continue to remain the same?

Sunday Notes!!

Here are some notes from Church Today!!

They are from Pastor Mike McClure Jr @ The Rock Church in Birmingham, Al

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Embrace the Struggle

Sticky Note I keep on My desk! This just reminds me that since I know God already has my life planned out & its for the good (Jeremiah 29:11) I don't need to complain or worry when things get tough. He's already got everything worked out in my favor. BNspired to really start believing that for your life.