The Acts Principles

05/28/2026

Updates on my wisdom tooth, btw the one side has broken off, apparently the nerves are dead so that is good, but still nervous about getting it pulled. Anyways here is the update:

The dentist doesn’t do sedation, but the most i will pay is 365.60 and that is if the tooth breaks off while getting it out. That is just for the one tooth, i still need the bottom right taken out. So far my appointment is July 13th at 2 pm. And they are prescribing me some meds for the anxiety and i need to take it the night before and 2 hrs before. Even though I am scheduled for July, they are putting me on a waitlist for the first available opening. Because of my nerves i broke down and cried twice at work and once as i was talking to the dentist, but she put me at ease. This is a true answer to prayer.

Prayers:
- peace; as this whole ordeal has been stressful and and don’t want to take anymore time off work. Also I’m nervous about the procedure since i I’ll not be sedated. They will numb it,so that i good news, but still.

- No other unexpected bills come up as i recover from the amount I’ve had to pay out up to this point.

- speedy recovery; please pray my down time isn’t long. I want to be done with this and get back to my everyday life.

Thank you in advance!

Shalom Shalom,
Angela

05/27/2026

Very good read please check it out!

Skillet frontman John Cooper recently spoke out about what he believes is growing spiritual compromise within parts of the Christian music industry following controversy connected to the 54th Annual Dove Awards.

The conversation gained attention after progressive artist Derek Webb attended the event alongside drag performer Flamy Grant at Lipscomb University.

Cooper argued that the deeper problem is not secular culture itself, but Christians losing confidence in biblical conviction. He said many believers have become too afraid of cultural backlash to stand firmly on Scripture, warning against exchanging biblical truth for cultural acceptance.

Cooper ultimately called on the church to stop drifting spiritually and refocus on following Jesus above the pressures of culture.

05/18/2026

Would love your feedback on something…

What is the most courageous thing you’ve ever done? I’m talking about something that caused you to step outside of your comfort zone, was hard/challenging at first, and maybe even made your heart race a bit.

I’m in the middle of writing something and need some feedback on this. Please also list below if you’re comfortable with me using your name and list the state you’re from, or if you’d prefer me to use a pseudonym. Thanks.

Blessings,
Angela

04/28/2026

Who is your master?

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04/03/2026

We call this day good not because of the suffering itself, but because of what it represents.

If you’re in a dark season, a low valley, or experiencing some form of pain in your life today, remember the one who took that pain and turned it into purpose. Jesus was:
Broken so you could be made Whole.
Humiliated so you could be healed.
Became guilty, so you could become forgiven.
And hung on a cross, so you could spend eternity in heaven!

Over 2,000 years ago hope seemed lost, but SUNDAY IS COMING!!!

03/02/2026

SST: SPEAK NO EVIL 🚫😈

Hey everyone. Sorry i haven’t been posting the Sunday sermon takeaways, life has been a little busy recently. If you haven’t watched the sermon from Sunday that my Pastor preached, please go check it out, it’s incredible! If you haven’t watched, let’s dive in.

Speak No Evil
Main scripture: James 4:11-12
To “speak evil” means to slander or defame someone. Another word we could use to “speak evil” against someone is when we are critical, negative, and speak words that tear someone down instead of build them up.

Note: As a disciple of Jesus, we need to make sure we never take scripture out of context. These verses don’t mean we shouldn’t lovingly correct the sin we see in others in order to help them grow. It’s saying, we shouldn’t lovingly correct never let any unwholesome speech of others come out of our mouths.

Something pivotal Pastor Jeff said, “when we don’t submit to God’s law, we are saying we’re above it.” Meaning God’s law says we are to build others up not tear down. When we disobey this, we are saying that may be for others, but I don’t have to listen to that.

Why we shouldn’t speak evil:
- It discourages others: It doesn’t benefit them or help them grow, it instead hurts them and becomes a stumbling block.
- It dishonors God: Our goal in life is to glorify God. When we speak things against His creation, we are contradicting His word.

Questions to ask before we speak:
1. What good does it do for my brother/sister in the faith? What I am about to say, does it build them up or tear them down?
2. What good does it do me? Am I benefiting from what is coming out of my mouth? Is it bringing unity or division?
3. Does it glorify God?
Is what I’m about to say going to please God and bring Him glory?

If you’re answer is no, it doesn’t help others, myself, or glorify my Fatherin Heaven, then we need to lay it at the feet of Jesus, and begin to think on and speak words that honor and uplift.

I hope this blessed you as much as it did me. Let’s choose today to speak words of life and not words that bring division and death.

02/10/2026

Sunday Scripture Takeaway: Where's Your Heart? 💓

I hope you had a chance to watch or attend the service yesterday at Skyline Church, because it was very impactful! Today's SST is going to be on part two of Pastor Jeffrey Roth's sermon called, "Free From The Love Of Money" in our Fresh series we've been doing. Check out my takeaways and let's talk about it in the comments.

Key Scripture: Matthew 6:19-21 "Where your treasure is, there will be your heart" (paraphrase).

Main Points:
- Money doesn't deserve your heart, God does.
- Money doesn't deserve your hope, God does.

God isn't after your finances; what He wants is your heart.
God wants us to learn how to USE and VIEW money. The way we do this is we need to learn how to:

- Be content with ourselves:
Hebrews 13:5 talks about how God will never leave nor forsake us. Many of us have either felt or been abandoned in some form or fashion. Because of this, we project our feelings onto God, who is always with us and won't abandon us. When we realize God is present, that becomes enough!!

- Be a generous giver to others:
1 Tim. 6:17-19 reminds us not to put our hope in anything else but God because it will ultimately lead us to our demise. When we live a generous life, it keeps us in proper perspective of what's truly important. A good steward is someone who lives an open-handed life. When you are tight-fisted and clinging to things out of fear of "not enough" or that you need to have a backup plan in case God doesn't come through on your timeline, then you will always be striving for more and be unsatisfied.

- Be a generous giver to God:
Tithing isn't to fill the pockets of the preacher or fund the "mega church" down the street. We give to God because it keeps us free from pride and envy. Giving isn't for God's benefit, it's for ours. Why? Because it does two things:
1. It teaches us how to put God first in our lives:
When we tithe and give the first 10 percent or whatever God has placed on our hearts to give, we are saying to God that He matters more than stuff. We are saying that no matter what, God comes first.
2. It teaches us to trust God:
When we give tithes and offerings to God, we are saying that regardless of what our needs presently are, we trust that He is our provider, not our jobs, not the world and its economy, but God is our source.

Every time you are content and generous,
you're preaching to your soul:
" Money isn't my master, GOD IS!!!"
Being a good steward of your finances is gonna cost you; the question is, what will it be?
It can cost your time, your friendships - because you're living counterculture -, and it will require discipline. What it won't cost is your lasting peace and joy, because when you're a good steward God pours his joy and peace back into you just like the scripture says in Luke 6:38 in the Amplified:
"Give, and it will be given to you. They will pour into your lap a good measure - pressed down, shaken together, and running over...."
This isn't just about material wealth, this is talking about you will receive joy, peace, wisdom, and whatever you're seeking God for. Just like a child, we don't always give them what they want, but what will benefit them, God does the same for us.

Question to ponder: What role does money have in your life and heart?

This sermon struck me because I've grown up in a family who were not good stewards of their finances and with a "not enough" mentality. Money has always been something I've struggled with. However, after hearing this sermon, I sense God is slowly helping me to become free in this area. I have mistakenly put money on the throne of my heart out of fear and only felt content when I had a lot of money in the bank. However, this is a sin and not God's design for me. Today I'm declaring that God is my provider and He is all I need. If you agree, then let me know below by liking this post and commenting below. Let's be raw and honest with each other in an effort to grow closer to God today.

If you struggle in this area of your life, let me know and I will be praying for you!
Blessings friends,
Angela

02/09/2026

Tonight at seven I will have my Sunday Sermon Takeaway. Make sure to check it out and let me know your thoughts!

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02/08/2026

Update from one of the ministries I’m involved with here in Southern IL, Restoration Ranch