Women with Divine Purpose

Women with Divine Purpose Our purpose is to build other ladies daily one brick at a time spiritually, emotionally, physically,

Our purpose is to build other ladies daily one brick at a time spiritually, emotionally, physically, and financially. Our vision is to see women live in the fullness of who God created them to be. A woman with a sense of self-worth; secure and established in her purpose. She is the epitome of the Proverbs 31 woman living a confident, strategic, and well-balanced life.

03/28/2022

Do you act or react?? The answer to this simple question will most likely reveal any weaknesses you have in expressing expressing the emotion of anger. A person who acts knows who she is, what she believes, and how she should behave (Colossians 3:23-24). She not only knows this information information, but she chooses to act on it. Another person's actions do not dictate her reactions, but rather the wisdom of the Lord is her mainstay (Colossians 3:16-17).

03/10/2021

Lay Down Your Life
Jesus’ call to lay down our lives to serve others is very clear. He gave His life for us and gave His life to us so that we can live our lives serving others like He did. How has Jesus worked in your life? Where have you experienced life in the place of death, forgiveness instead of judgment, power where once there was weakness? How can you help others experience newfound confidence and capability in their lives and work? What would it look like to lay down your life for others today?

This is my commandment: Love each other in the same way I have loved you. There is no greater love than to lay down one’s life for one’s friends.—John 15:12-13

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for giving Your life for us and for giving us life through Your Spirit. As You lived to serve, I want to live my life to serve. In your name, let me bring life, forgiveness and power to others today. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

12/18/2020

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.— John 14:27

Jesus understood the power of presence in helping people make it through difficult times. He spent significant time with His disciples at the Last Supper and in Gethsemane; He told them He was going to prepare a place for them to be with Him forever; He told them to meet Him in Galilee after He had risen; before He ascended, He promised to be with them always. How does Jesus’ presence in your life give you confidence as you face change? Who needs your presence to reassure them as they face change?

Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.—John 14:27

Prayer: Jesus, thank You for being with me no matter what changes life brings. Your presence brings me confidence and courage. Help me to encourage

12/17/2020

For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart.—Hebrews 4:12

Reading Scripture is a dangerous habit. The Bible is clear about its content and purpose. Writer after writer claims that these are the very words of God with power to change lives. Isaiah declares that God’s Word will accomplish the purpose for which God gave it. Jesus claimed to be the Living Word of God who perfectly revealed the Father. Those who read Scripture risk being conformed to the image of Christ, or they risk becoming hardened to God’s voice. How has God’s Word shaped your life?

Prayer: God, thank You for recording Your thoughts and preserving them through the ages. Change me today because I have spent time being exposed to Your thoughts in Scripture. As risky as it is, I want Your Word to cut away everything in me that doesn’t look like Jesus. In His Name, Amen.

12/15/2020

“And the angel said unto them, Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.”

‭‭Luke‬ ‭2:10-11‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Leading up to Christmas, the season is filled with “joyful expectation” of Jesus’ birth. But between the start of Advent and all the preparations for Christmas, December can easily become one of the busiest months of the year. And when we get caught up in our busyness, and in our idea of how Christmas is supposed to be, we can lose sight of the reason for the season.

The real joy of Christmas is found when we focus on Jesus. He came into this world so we could have eternal life with Him and also enjoy every day of our lives while we’re here! (See John 10:10.)

The truth is, joy is a major part of God’s plan for us. Unlike happiness—an emotion that can disappear as quickly as it comes—joy is a choice.

The joy of the Lord is much greater than simply feeling happy. It brings peace and contentment to your soul, even when your circumstances are difficult. Nehemiah 8:10 says, “The joy of the Lord is your strength.”

Romans 14:17 tells us that the Kingdom of God is righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. His joy is part of what God has for our everyday lives! And we can choose to receive and live with that joy even when the list of things to do during this holiday season seems never-ending.

3 Things That Will Increase Your Joy

Make a Decision

Having joy is not about a feeling; it’s about making a decision to live each day with the joy of the Lord even when you don’t feel like it. Psalm 118:24 (ESV) says, This is the day that the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it. During this Christmas season, take some time to pause and reflect on Jesus and then share His joy with others. Make the decision to rejoice!

Live to Give

When you concentrate on helping and giving to others you will experience more joy in your own life. Be determined each day this week to do at least one thing for someone else that makes their life better. Give a compliment, give something away, take the time to listen, bake some Christmas cookies for your coworkers, open a door for someone, let someone go ahead of you in line at the store…the list goes on and on.

Please God, Not People

Colossians 1:10 (AMP) says, So that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord [displaying admirable character, moral courage, and personal integrity], to [fully] please Him in all things… Our first priority should be to please God. It’s easy to want to please everyone else—especially during the holidays—but that type of behavior can quickly steal your joy. As you are celebrating this week of Advent, remember to keep the joy of the Lord at the center of it all.

Prayer:

Father, Praise You for Christmas! Thank You for Jesus, born to earth to live among us and pay the ultimate price for our sin. Along the way, He lived a life that we can look to as an example of how to navigate human life on earth. Belief in Him reaches beyond this life, and unto heaven. This Christmas, we ask your forgiveness for getting caught up in the hustle of commercialism and ask that You re-focus our hearts to Christ. Help us to experience His presence and revel in His closeness. In Jesus’ Name, Amen.

12/14/2020

But even when your days are filled to overflowing with all kinds of activities that can drain you of your physical energy and leave your mind reeling from the sheer volume, you can still have a “peace that transcends understanding” (see Philippians 4:7 AMP).

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year—it’s a time to celebrate the birth of Christ! And just like every holiday season, there’s a very good chance you’ll be spending time with friends and family members…sharing meals, shopping, giving and receiving gifts, attending special Christmas programs…and the list goes on.

Advent gives us a chance to focus on the God-given peace that came in the form of a baby. Jesus came so that we could experience the peace of God, and He even taught us how to do that by the life He lived.

Jesus is the Prince of Peace; He left His peace for us to enjoy, and He wants to help us live and maintain a peaceful life. The way to do that is to pursue peace and go after it. First Peter 3:10-11 (NASB) says, “The one who desires life, to love and see good days, must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit. He must turn away from evil and do good; He must seek peace and pursue it.”

One way that we can pursue peace is to enjoy the moment. When we take the time to live in the moment, we enjoy life and the people we are with so much more than we do when we are rushing through our day. Discover something special in each day, and take some time to enjoy every moment this Christmas.

Another way that we can pursue peace is to slow down and be still. Sometimes the pace of life is way too fast and can often be fueled by the expectations of others. If you find that you are having a hard time finding peace, you may need to slow down and take time to enjoy the Christmas season.

If you find yourself getting caught up in the busyness of the season, here are a few simple things you can try to help you maintain your peace…

Take a deep breath. When things get hectic, slow down and ask God to refresh your peace.
Spend time with a close friend. When we get busy, we forget to do the things that bring us joy and help us relax, like spending time with someone we care about.
Enjoy a delicious, nutritious meal.
Go to bed on time.
Write down your worries…then throw them away.
Make a list of things you’re thankful for.
Get outside for a while. Take some time to breath in some fresh air and get a new perspective.
Laugh, laugh, and laugh some more. The Bible says a joyful heart is a good medicine because laughter lifts your spirits; improves your mental, emotional and physical health; and de-stresses your mind. And (here is the best part) . . . it costs nothing (see Proverbs 17:22).
As we get closer and closer to Christmas, make plans to spend time celebrating the greatest gift of all—Jesus!

12/11/2020

But even when your days are filled to overflowing with all kinds of activities that can drain you of your physical energy and leave your mind reeling from the sheer volume, you can still have a “peace that transcends understanding” (see Philippians 4:7 AMP).

Christmas is a beautiful time of the year—it’s a time to celebrate the birth of Christ! And just like every holiday season, there’s a very good chance you’ll be spending time with friends and family members…sharing meals, shopping, giving and receiving gifts, attending special Christmas programs…and the list goes on.

Advent gives us a chance to focus on the God-given peace that came in the form of a baby. Jesus came so that we could experience the peace of God, and He even taught us how to do that by the life He lived.

Jesus is the Prince of Peace; He left His peace for us to enjoy, and He wants to help us live and maintain a peaceful life. The way to do that is to pursue peace and go after it. First Peter 3:10-11 (NASB) says, “The one who desires life, to love and see good days, must keep his tongue from evil and his lips from speaking deceit. He must turn away from evil and do good; He must seek peace and pursue it.”

One way that we can pursue peace is to enjoy the moment. When we take the time to live in the moment, we enjoy life and the people we are with so much more than we do when we are rushing through our day. Discover something special in each day, and take some time to enjoy every moment this Christmas.

Another way that we can pursue peace is to slow down and be still. Sometimes the pace of life is way too fast and can often be fueled by the expectations of others. If you find that you are having a hard time finding peace, you may need to slow down and take time to enjoy the Christmas season.

If you find yourself getting caught up in the busyness of the season, here are a few simple things you can try to help you maintain your peace…

Take a deep breath. When things get hectic, slow down and ask God to refresh your peace.
Spend time with a close friend. When we get busy, we forget to do the things that bring us joy and help us relax, like spending time with someone we care about.
Enjoy a delicious, nutritious meal.
Go to bed on time.
Write down your worries…then throw them away.
Make a list of things you’re thankful for.
Get outside for a while. Take some time to breath in some fresh air and get a new perspective.
Laugh, laugh, and laugh some more. The Bible says a joyful heart is a good medicine because laughter lifts your spirits; improves your mental, emotional and physical health; and de-stresses your mind. And (here is the best part) . . . it costs nothing (see Proverbs 17:22).
As we get closer and closer to Christmas, make plans to spend time celebrating the greatest gift of all—Jesus!

Prayer:

Heavenly Father, You are the God who gives peace. Lord cause us to remember that because of Jesus we can experience a Christmas free from turmoil and chaos. Regardless of our circumstances or our situations, you offer us peace that passes understanding. We are able to have the fullness of peace in our hearts on Christmas day, and every day, because that same Jesus sits at your right hand in heaven and makes intercession for us. Keep us in perfect peace as our mind is stayed on the truth of your powerful love. Thank you for your mighty, sovereign hand. Help us to trust fully in you and rest in the peace that you offer. It’s in the precious name of Jesus we pray. Amen.

12/10/2020

God is good, and He has a good plan for each of our lives. Because He does, you can live your life with expectation, choosing on purpose to be hopeful every day…all throughout the day. The psalmist David said in Psalm 71:14 (ESV), But I will hope continually and will praise you yet more and more.

The Celebration of Advent

Advent—a time to get ready and prepare our hearts for the celebration of the birth of Christ. Advent reminds us to set aside some of the busyness of the holiday season, and to think about the miracle that every day of this season brings.

Advent is all about hope—a hope that goes beyond all others. It’s more than just a feeling or wishful thinking. It’s an awareness that God is actually expecting, looking, and longing to show you His goodness.

Every day can be filled with hope—the confident expectation that something good is going to happen in our life. God wants us to be full of His hope—believing, expecting, and anticipating great things from Him. In fact, the Bible says He is the “God of hope,” full of mercy and new beginnings.

When we embrace hope on purpose, it can influence our thoughts, our attitudes, and even our outlook on life. It releases joy, and the “joy of the Lord” becomes our source of strength (see Nehemiah 8:10).

Here are just a few ways that you can practice living in “continual hope” this Advent season and beyond…

Pray one bold prayer each day
Do something fun every day
Help at least one person each day
Take time every day to think about at least one way God has been good to you
Hope is something that can be developed over time until it just becomes a habit. One of the ways to do this is to remind yourself to be expectant of good things and remember that God is always looking for ways to be good to us (see Isaiah 30:18).

Hope is so important to God that He sent Jesus to be our Hope! Even before Jesus was ever born, there was great anticipation about His birth. Luke 3:15 (NLT) says, Everyone was expecting the Messiah to come soon…. And we can live each day with that same anticipation.

What are you expecting God to do in your life today?

Prayer:

Father, I pray that you will turn our hearts toward you as Christmas approaches. Let us not get caught up in the hustle and bustle of the season this year and miss the chance to celebrate the gifts of hope, peace, joy, love, that you sent to us on that first Christmas. That first Christmas, you gave us the gift of hope wrapped in swaddling clothes and laid in a manger. Thank you, Father, for your immeasurable

12/09/2020

For, brethren, ye have been called unto liberty; only use not liberty for an occasion to the flesh, but by love serve one another.”

‭‭Galatians‬ ‭5:13‬ ‭KJV‬‬

Time to Be a Blessing

What fills your time during the holidays? Baking Christmas cookies, getting ready for Advent, shopping for gifts, school activities for the kids—and the list goes on. In all of the activities surrounding Christmas, don’t forget about your ability to help someone else.

When Jesus was here on earth, He talked about being a servant, but what did He mean? And how does it apply to us today? When He talked about being a servant, He was describing someone who lives to benefit others and someone who sacrifices for another person’s joy.

Something powerful happens when you serve others—when you don’t think of yourself, but you put the needs of someone else before your own. You’ll find joy and deep satisfaction in your life. Jesus set the greatest example of a perfect servant…His whole life on earth was about serving others.

We see one example of Jesus serving others in John 13 when He washed the disciples' feet. In those days, men wore sandals, and the roads were not paved; they were plain, old dirt. By the time a day ended, the dis­ciples' feet were really dirty, and Jesus offered to wash them. He chose this very practical task to teach His disciples a great lesson about serving one another.

Serving others is not typically viewed as a high, or esteemed position, and yet Jesus said it is the highest of all. That’s because when we help others, the One we are actually serving is Christ. That is one of the purposes of being a servant—to show others the love of God that He has shown us so that they too can share in it—and then pass it on.

Serving is simply helping. It is doing things for others. Here are some examples of practical ways to serve others…

Visit someone who is alone during the holidays
Take someone out for lunch
Surprise a family you know by making them dinner and bringing it to their home
If someone asks you for a favor…go above and beyond
Let someone go before you in line at the grocery store
Volunteer to babysit for a single mom or dad so they can do something they enjoy
Bake Christmas cookies for your neighbor
Listen to a friend who needs to talk

You can make a decision to look for ways to help others, not just during the holiday season, but each and every day. And when you do, you’re not only going to improve their lives, you’re going to boost your own. And you will experience true joy and satisfaction.

12/08/2020

Psalm 34:1 (ESV) says, I will bless the Lord at all times; his praise shall continually be in my mouth. Gratitude can be a part of who we are deep down in our hearts; it can be a type of prayer that can flow out of us in a natural way that is simple and genuine.

An Attitude of Gratitude

Living a life of gratitude means having a heart that is sensitive to God’s presence in our everyday lives.

Take some time each day to thank God for who He is and for something He has done for you. You can thank Him always for everything—great or small—but being specific about something each day that is especially meaningful to you will be a blessing to you and to God.

For example, it can be as simple as, “Father, thank You for helping me make good decisions today,” or “Lord, thank You for sending Jesus to save us.” Take a moment to do this silently in your heart or voice your thankfulness out loud.

Not only does it please God when we thank Him, it’ll make you feel better and change your outlook on everything from the kind of day you’re having to how you see your relationships. Start by making a list of what you’re thankful for…see how long you can make your list. Maybe even take some time to write down the reasons you are thankful for the people you’ll be with this week and then share it with them.

But don’t let it stop after the holidays are over. Extend your gratitude toward others by recognizing when someone does something nice for you, and letting them know that you appreciate it. Showing appreciation to your family members is a good place to start. Expressing appreciation is not only good for the other person, but it is good for us, because it releases joy in us.

Share your attitude of gratitude with everyone you come in contact with. And be the one helping to create an atmosphere that everyone can enjoy and remember.

Prayer:

Lord, I thank You for coming to earth so You could redeem me. When I think of the extent to which You were willing to go in order to save me, it makes me want to shout, to celebrate, and to cry with thankfulness. You love me so much, and I am so grateful for that love. Without You, I would still be lost and in sin. But because of everything You have done for me, today I am free; my life is blessed; Jesus is my Lord; Heaven is my home; and Satan has no right to control me. I will be eternally thankful to You for everything You did to save me! I pray this in Jesus' name!

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