Comfort in times of trouble

2 Corinthians 1:4-5 (New International Version) Who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God. For just as the sufferings of Christ flow over into our lives, so also through Christ our comfort overflows. A lot of times, we are quick to pass judgement or quick to react to people and situations based on our past experiences and hurts .... But are we really exercising the extended grace of God? Or are we so caught up in ourselves that we truly forget to BE what we are really supposed to be? Sometimes it's not about what you have been through, it's about what you can do for someone else. That's the good gospel, right? God is the God of all comfort and if we are truly striving to be like Him, then we MUST exercise this gift....w/ absolutely no excuses I am guilty of this too myself...so, you are not alone :) Although tough love is needed, we have to be careful that we do not become a barrier for someone else's growth. Empathy is not always about proving to the other person know that you and only you, have the remedy for their situation. It's ALWAYS about praying, and comforting, and seeing them come through and out of the mess they are currently in....and hopefully, with your prayers and counsel, they'll walk towards greatness and not catastrophe. Why? Because someday, you'll need the same favor :) SELAH

Believing that you have received it!

Mark 11:24 (New International Version) Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours. How often do we pray to God about something, but really do not believe that God can do it? Is it that we think that the request is too far fetched, that God cannot deliver, or do we rather not ask for something that extreme? So many things can go on in our worlds but no matter what you face in life, you can ALWAYS ask your heavenly father for a way out! Whether your challenge is bringing yourself to asking God, or believing that you are a child of God and you are entitled to peace or love or joy or whatever it is that you need; always know that God is waiting on your request, so He can show Himself strong in your life. A request requires you to put your need out there. And who better to ask from, than your Father? Ladies, do not be afraid of going before God. Do not be hesitant to throw all your cards on the table. Do not expect anything less than what you deserve. God is a loving, caring and providing father, and He will give you what you need, for when you need it.

2010 RW Christmas Party

HELLO LADIES, PLEASE SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR RW CHRISTMAS PARTY.

I AM HOPING THAT WE CAN GET TOGETHER LATER IN THE DAY (4PM) BUT I AM OPEN AND WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR FEEDBACK, IF YOU PREFER A DIFFERENT TIME - BRUNCH, LUNCH OR WHATEVER (WELL, NOT MIDNIGHT :)

K, LET ME KNOW... IN ANY CASE, PLEASE SAVE THE DATE :) IT'LL BE OUR FIRST CHRISTMAS PARTY SINCE THE LAUNCHING OF THE GROUP. WE'VE MADE ONE YEAR! WOO-HOO!!!! PLEASE EMAIL ME WITH YOUR FEEDBACK

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THANKS MUCHO!

Host: Queen Quiocho Location: TO BE DETERMINED When: Saturday, December 11, 4:00PM

Strong Woman vs Woman of Strength

A strong woman works out everyday to keep her body in shape… But a woman of strength builds relationships to keep her soul in shape A strong woman isn't afraid of anything… But a woman of strength shows courage in the midst of fear. A strong woman won't let anyone get the better of her… But a woman of strength gives the best of herself to everyone. A strong woman makes mistakes and avoids the same in the future… A woman of strength realises life's mistakes can also be unexpected blessings, and capitalises on them A strong woman wears a look of confidence on her face… But a woman of strength wears grace. A strong woman has faith that she is strong enough for the journey… But a woman of strength has faith that it is in the journey that she will become strong.

Greatness vs. Catastrophe

Personalized version I heard a very simple, very powerful, very real message and although initially, it sounded kind of regular, it was really worth listening to and it changed the way I saw things or should I say, how I thought about things. Our thoughts are very powerful and can actually determine our reality. We have the ability to determine what we are going to think about. Be careful on what you dwell upon as each thought that we have can either lead us to our destiny in God, or lead us far away from it. Greatness vs. Catastrophe. Everything starts with a thought, therefore, medidate on the word of the Lord. There are two types of thinking: Stinking thinking and Syncing thinking STINKING THINKING: This type of thinking is based on lies, it causes anxiety and causes you to doubt God. It can be derived from or can lead to jealousy and covetousness. These are certain things that we say:

• I can't
• I do not have what it takes
• God does not love me
• That always happens to me
• I knew this marriage would not work out
• Who is going to love me now?
• I accept my limitations
• I am ugly
• I hate myself
• I never will be happy again
• Nothing good can come from me
• This is why these types of things happen to me

SYNCING THINKING This type of thinking is based on the truth, on hope, on trust and on restoration. These are certain things that we should be saying, as they are in fact true!

• I trust God
• I surrender to God
• I believe God
• I expect God to move
• I am a new creation in Christ
• I am called
• I am anointed
• I am saved
• I am restored
• I am renewed
• I am bought with a price
• I am letting go now, and letting God
• I am making progress
• I am surrounded by greatness
• The future is promising for me

We, as women have the ability to choose to be positive (greatness) or negative (catastrophe). If we focus on things that are true (truthful things), noble (things deserving of respect), reputable (things that are not wrong), authentic (things that are not mixed up with something else - originality), compelling (delightful things), gracious (things of good reputation), best (not the worst memories)....we'll be far far away from yesterday's tears! Phil 4:8 Revised from PPK's Message - www.shilohchurch.com

The Mouth Has a Mind of Its Own!

Revised.... What if I told you that the source of most of our problems could be found within us —from the neck up? You’ll find it in the thoughts that come from our minds and the words that come out of our mouth. We must realize and understand the power carried by our thoughts and words. They’re so powerful that they can either bring blessings or curses into our lives, depending on their nature. Our thoughts and words may seem small, but they affect the very direction of our lives and also the lives of the people that we are around. When you encounter so many disappointments because of all the devastating things that have happened to you; you might find yourself afraid to believe that anything good could EVER happen to you. Like me, your philosophy of life could be, “If I keep my expectations low, i'll never be disappointed.” Over the years we become very cynical and negative. Our thoughts are negative, which causes our words to be negative…which all reflects poorly on our lives. Someday, we'll need to decide to change our ways and stop talking so negatively. After a while it'll take more than not talking negatively because cutting out the negative wouldn't be enough; we have to begin to think and talk positively! When we react negatively, we allow fear to take over our thinking. We begin to dwell on things that haven’t even happened and may not happen. Our negative thoughts cause us to speak the words that’ll shape our future. We’re constantly tempted to think wrong thoughts, but we don’t have to accept them! We have a choice! We need to purposely choose right thinking and speaking. Proverbs 18:21 says, Death and life are in the power of the tongue…. We must choose life generating thoughts. When we do, positive, powerful, life-giving words will naturally follow. I think some people try to control their mouths but do nothing about their thoughts. That’s like pulling off the top of a weed—unless the root is dug up, the weed always comes back. You’ll never control your mouth unless you first learn to control your mind. Believing is the first important step to switching our thinking from being negative to positive. Remember, what’s in our hearts and minds will come out of our mouths. If our soul (mind, will and emotions) is full of negative things, we’ll find those things coming our way. On the other hand, when we hear, read, think and talk about God, the Truth and more positive things, we’ll find that those good things will come our way. The choice is ours!