The two messages below were not shared together before; however, it seems so fitting to share them together today. They actually compliment each other. The first one completes the second’s message.
Facebook Memory: December 11, 2022
Remain hopeful. Good things are headed your way.♥️
Shared on December 11, 2015 without a caption. None was needed.
The message: Remain hopeful. God will never ask you to give up something without having a better plan and/or replacement in place. Be patient. Everything will happen at the right time—God’s time. Until then, continue being obedient and following God’s lead. Before you know it, everything will be replaced with more than you could have ever imagined. Hang in there!
Woke up in the middle of the night because it was storming. I could hear the rain pouring down and the wind blowing. We had had tornadoes and tennis ball sized hail reported in different areas of our state so I knew it was probably bad outside. Instead of getting up and looking out the window or looking at the weather app, as I would typically do, I rolled over and went back to sleep. Said I would worry about the weather if or when the weather alerts and sirens sounded—which never happened. Right now it’s very calm out. The storm has passed and there is no more rain in the forecast.
I believe my experience is an example of how things should play out when we encounter storms in our lives. We should not worry or panic but give them to God. Then, we should rest in Him knowing He has us covered.
Right now, Greg O’Quin ‘n Joyful Noyze’s song, I Told the Storm, is playing over and over in my head. Here is a snippet of it:
Even though your winds blow I want you to know You cause me no alarm ‘Cause I’m safe in His arms Even though your rain falls I can still make this call Let there be peace Now I can say go away I command you to move today Because of faith I have a brand new day The sun will shine And I will be okay That’s what I told the storm
I told the storm (told the storm, storm, storm, oh yes I did) To pass (ohh ohhhh) Storm you can’t last (you’ve got to go, yeah) Go (go away) away (I command) I command you to move today (you to move, ohh yeah) Storm (oh storm yeah) When God speaks (when my God speaks) Storm (you don’t have a choice in the matter) You have to cease (you have to cease, yes that’s…) That’s what I told the storm (what I told the storm) Lyrics: Musixmatch
Y’all, we must speak to our storms and let them know we are covered by THE almighty God. They may toss us around, but they will never destroy us. Amen
I pray you have a wonderfully, blessed week. I will be back later with another post.
Saw this memory and had to share. Listen, when I speak about God’s goodness and love, believe me it is coming from a place of complete gratitude. I don’t praise Him for things I desire but for the blessings He has already given me. Maybe this is the reason I am always emotional and intentionally grateful. Y’all, I am so very blessed.
Facebook Memory: December 8, 2019
One more post. Another testimony.
A few days ago I wrote about purchasing a car two weeks before going to see the Odedes. Almost a year later, to the date (December 8, 2016), that car was totaled.
The entire undercarriage was damaged. I still experience back pain and it’s been seven years.
You know how God shows you things before they happen. Well, that’s what happened on that evening. I was driving home from work when the thought crossed my mind, “What if someone hits me?” Honestly, I wasn’t in my right state of mind. I was thinking about all of my problems. Earlier that year, I had taken another job where I took a huge pay cut. Bills were due. I was frustrated because I was still married after almost two years of being separated. I was miserable. So, for a moment, I was like, what if… (kind of hard to admit this was my train of thought). Nothing happened at that moment. However, not even 30 minutes later, someone hit me.
It was so unexpected. I never saw the car coming. I was so focused on my problems and getting home. The lady ran the red light and hit me. It was like a dream. No.. it was like I was watching a movie. I remember getting out of the car and an off duty police officer helping me, telling me I needed to wait on an ambulance. I was trying to go see if the other person was okay. I’m so happy the airbag didn’t deploy because I probably wouldn’t be here.
After my accident, I became more grateful. I believe I was putting the hashtag “ForeverGrateful” on EVERY post. Only God knew how grateful I was, and still am. No matter how tough things get, I don’t want to leave this world before my time. I don’t even want the thought to cross my mind. I know I’m here for a reason. As for the car, it served its purpose. Y’all, please don’t take life for granted.
I had saved this quote on the day of the accident. Had no idea what was coming. God is so good!
PLEASE be mindful of what you think and speak. Y’all, our thoughts and voice have power. Believe me, I know life gets hard and may seem unbearable at times, but please hang in there. You matter. Your life matters. I would have missed out on so much had I not lived. So, when y’all see me writing about how blessed I am, I referring to the gift of life and my two hearts (my babies). Y’all, I am still here.
Be careful not to let your current situation stop you from pursuing your dreams. They say things always seem to get worse before they get better, and I can attest to that. Been through so much over my lifetime. Every time I was about to give up, God came through. He did it for me and I know He will do it for you.
Remember, this is only one small part of your story. As long as you are living, your story continues, and life goes on. God’s got you (and me too).
Just hold on! I promise you great things are coming.
Just wanted to share what I am feeling in this present moment.
I am feeling a bit:
Anxious.
Scared.
Excited.
Hopeful.
Empowered.
I feel like I am finally coming into my purpose and becoming the woman God created me to be.
If you have been following me for some time, you know that I resigned from my job almost three years ago without any real plan in place. The first big opportunity I thought I had fell through within weeks after I resigned. This left me at ground zero trying to regroup and figure things out. Well, I am still trying to figure things out. When I tell you this has been some journey! I have had so many more losses than wins. Most of the time I feel like I am all over the place and it is mostly because nothing has seemed to work out as I envisioned. It has finally dawned on me that I have been operating as an employee and not the CEO. I have not really put myself out there because putting myself out there opens up a whole world that I have tried to avoid. Life was good when I could attach my name to some other organization. Now, the only name is my own.
Y’all, every day life becomes more and more interesting. Welcome to my world!
This memory is the perfect follow up to how Beyoncé’s film left me feeling last night. Y’all, I can’t even make this stuff up. Who knew my next memory and message (why do I hear DJ Khaled saying, “God did!”—hilarious) was going to be a reminder that I was created for greatness. Not in an egotistical way, but in a way where I have to stop playing small. It is absolutely imperative that I use every God given talent I have to fulfill my purpose—to fulfill His purpose. I keep telling y’all Year50 is different. It’s so different that sometimes it frightens me. I said I wanted the next 50+ years to be completely different and Voila! it is so.
Facebook Memory: December 3, 2022
Sometimes you have to remind yourself that you were created for greatness. Nothing but greatness follows you. Remember, YOU ARE God’s child!♥️
God’s child. Divinely made. ONE of one.
Praying you have a wonderful day. Remember, YOU were created for greatness. Stop shying away from your calling.
This post is for those currently experiencing setbacks, heartbreaks, and disappointments. Despite how dire life might seem at the moment, please know that your story is far from over. You cannot give up. You are so loved. Brighter days are ahead. Believe me, you will make it as you have many times before. There is no doubt that you will win!
As Pastor Joel Osteen would say, “You are the victor.” You will win as you always have. Remember, God’s got you!
I can hear Yolanda Adams singing, Victory. Can’t you? Smile
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