Moving forward- Israel Houghton and New Breed

Have you ever been caught in a moment that reminded you of a past you escaped from? I wonder if the Israelites ever felt that way when there being tested in the desert for 40 years. Maybe, there were days that were so hard that they had flashbacks of the suffering they faced in Egypt. And, they lost trust in God. If you are in a similar situation like that in any area of your life you need to listen to "Moving Forward" by Israel Houghton and New Breed. This beautiful song has a chorus that says, "I'm not moving back, I'm going ahead, I'm here to declare to you the past is over". These lines remind us that God "makes all things new" and we can "follow God forward". So allow those 3 lines from this song to remind you to not focus on the mountains in front of you or behind you...focus on God who can get you over the mountain or make it a flat ground. So just trust God because you might have to climb a mountain, walk around it, or progress on flat ground but you will definitely "mov[e] forward!".

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You are My Strength by William Murphy

Have you ever been tired? Like sick and tired of being tired? Have you ever been down? Well there is good news for you. God can be your strength, all you have to do is trust Him fully. William Murphy's song called "You are my Strength" eloquently shows this as the lyrics say, "In the fullness of your grace, in the power of your name, You lift me up". So fear not, God will help you soar like an eagle over all your fears as Murphy's song decrees, "You are my strength, strength like no other, strength like no other reaches to me". You can find this song also on Youtube or somewhere else online.

No Limits by Israel Houghton and New Breed

Have you heard the song "No Limits" by Israel Houghton and New Breed? You can find it on youtube or elsewhere. There is a powerful message behind it. How many times have you limited God by your faith that was tinier than a mustard seed or just obsolete? How many times have you asked God to break chains in your life? I bet many however you got to know that sometimes you chain and limit yourself through perceiving things through your human ability. Take the limits off yourself and God and watch Him perform exceedingly and abundantly. God wants you to "take the limits off " of Him and "release" Him. Do you want to hear the rest of the song? Well go to youtube!

The Struggle is Real

Sometimes a struggle can make you feel like you will sink in it. And, you feel tempted to dig a hole for yourself. However, you still have the option to transform your despair into courage and use it to instead to build a wall that will protect your dreams from predators.

Taking A Second at a Time instead of a Day at a Time

Good things come to those who wait and Patience is a virtue . How many times have you heard this? I bet many. It's one of those adages which looks good on a wall but you can forget to do. Patience or waiting is one of the hardest things to do in certain circumstances. But in such moments, you have to remember that being impatient can sometimes make the situation worse and even hinder the solution. So step back and remind yourself and those around you to take a second at a time because a day at a time is sometimes too quick. You need courage to to do that and it's possible.

Reflecting on the Pre-graduation years

You need to have the courage to examine yourself in detail before you move on to the next step. No matter where you are, you can learn something. I am speaking people who have graduated or will be graduating in the next few days. Remember that you shouldn't allow the experiences from your first year of college or high school to be a waste, reflect on the good and bad in you and others, and then allow it to make you a stronger and wiser person.

Believing in Yourself

If you don't believe in you,

Who will?

Learn to believe in yourself and to...

Take your own advice sometimes.

Trying-Haiku Poem

Try all you can child,
Because  the sun will shine on you,
Maybe tomorrow or today.

Get up and don't give up

I don't remember the name of the movie but in an inspirational video I found online one of the voices said, "Get up and don't give up!" This is such a strong statement because everyone knows that they have a fear they need to overcome. People only see what you choose to show them. Very few people know that you need their support so at the end of the day you have to decide that you are determined to not only attempt to win but to get up every other time before you do win.

How to Overcome your Innermost Fears

Fear is a four letter word just like love. You can overcome fear by love. You ask how? Well you need to figure out the root of your fear then realize that you might lose someone or something if you can continue operating in fear. So your deep love for another factor related to your fear can be the bridge to your victory. Let the 4 letter words cancel out the other 4 letter words. Does that sound like balancing chemical equations? No pun intended.

How to Find your Courage

Courage is not only a feeling. It's an act. When you are courageous you need to take action. That action is sometimes in the form of risk-taking and sometimes it's simply called preparation. Yes, preparation can give you the courage to do the undoable.

Finding your Courage

If your courage hasn't been nurtured throughout your developing years then it is not too late. You can start today. Read books and surround yourself with courageous people who you want to be like and just remember that there is some truth in the adage that says "you are the average of the 5 people you spend the most time with".

Pessimism is Blinding

Don't just say that you can't do something. Act and do something about it. How many ways have you tried to overcome your fears? How many people have you asked for help?  Don't dance with the idea of things being impossible. Be brave and act even when you are at your lowest point. You will be surprised that is was your pessimism blinding you from the one step of victory you had to take to accomplish your goals.

Be Fearless Today

If you hold on to fear you will remain right where you are...in fear. Fear leads to stagnation. Stagnation leads to entrapment. Entrapment leads to blindness. Blindness leads to a loss of direction. So don't entertain fear because it will lead onto a road to nowhere. It is not a state that takes you to another higher level. So be fearless today and the rest of 2014.

Doing the Undoable

Sometimes all you have to do is do what you have never done. Doing the same thing in the same way might most likely yield the same results. There is something that you might have never tried but that one thing is what will lead to your breakthrough.

How to Make Your Dreams Come True

Don't despair if you aren't who you want to be today. Some of the most famous and successful people never had things working for them. My boss at work told me that God can take you through some things in life so that you can make that your ministry or mission in life. So don't take your pain or gain for granted as both can be useful.

What it Takes to Pursue a Dream

Where did he?

Where did she?

Where did they?

How were they so courageous?

What does it take to pursue a dream?

How do you know you will make it?

What do you know when no one seeks to understand you?

What if you are undermined?

What if you are discouraged?

What will you do?

Say it?

Who will encourage you?

Who will pick you up?

Be Fearless Today

Do you know what you need to run from? Fear. It can hold you back and chain you down. Be fearless today.

Just Finish Strong

It doesn't matter how you started. It doesn't matter what happened in the middle. If you just finish strong you can forget all the pain and open a totally new chapter. Never despair because even through your pain you are closer to touching a miraculous new tomorrow.

Don't Give Up

The day you are about to give up is the day you are about to win. It may sound cliche but think about your life and look around, you will be surprised that it's true.