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The power of words spoken

Have you ever realized how much power is behind the words that you speak? Without knowing it you may simply tell someone to have a good day and you could have changed their entire concept of how their day has been going. Have you ever thought about the words that you many speak usally come to pass? The moment you wake up in the morning and declare that you are going to have a good day, your day is usually pretty great. It has been a known fact that many people have set their minds to making millions by simply saying that they are going to do it and sticking to it. You may come across failure here or there but they never gave up hope because they remember those little words that they are going to do it.

We have to watch the things that we say around people and to ourselves. Telling a kid that their are bad, mean, or hateful are powerful words that you have spoken over them to be just that. No one in there right mind wants to be unhappy or not sucessful. It is time to make a promise to yourself that from now on only positive words should form from your lips. This applys to everything! Although you may be upset with someone, ask yourself is it worth it. So many people have lost a love one and the first thing they think about is I wish I could have told them how I really felt. It is so important to love everyone around you; it could be your last chance to make things right.

Excercise: Try greeting everyone you pass with a smile. When they ask how are you, tell them you are "great", "wonderful", "blessed" or "awesome", watch their reaction! You may also change their mind about how their day are going!

Ephesians 4:29 ESV Let no corrupting talk come out of your mouths, but only such as is good for building up, as fits the occasion, that it may give grace to those who hear.

Proverbs 16:24 ESVGracious words are like a honeycomb, sweetness to the soul and health to the body.

<3 -Regina Stevens

 

Graduation 2011-Forever

 

How Many of You Are Ready And Willing To Graduate?

I'm not talking about graduating on an academic level such as from high school or college. I'm speaking of the term graduate by definition being used as an intransitive verb, meaning to pass from one stage of experience, proficiency, or prestige to a usually higher one, or to change gradually. Growth is a necessity in all of our lives. In order to be and do better we must first think better. It's time for a renewal of mindsets. Who's ready to move forward?


-Don Savant

 

 

 

 

I love you

When is the last time you ever told someone that you love them and really meant it. Teenagers often throw that pharse around like it is nothing. You stay in a relationship for a week and already have misused the pharse. Once the relationship is over, you are quick to find someone else to tell you the same thing. There is a pattern to the guys or girls we choose, so it is up to us to break that cycle. Situations such as these are no different when we get older, unless we put a stop to it now. It feels good to have someone there for you and tell you those magic words "I love you." It actually gives you goosebumps (depending on who it is coming from). The bible say we should love one another 1 John 3:11. Love must be sincere. Hate is what is evil; cling to what is good. Romans 12:9. Love never fail..1 Corinthians 13:8. Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. It is not rude, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrong. Love does not delight in evil but rejoice in the truth. It always protects, always

trust, always hopes, always preseveres. 1 Corinthians 12:4-7. This is how we should love. Those words should not be taken lighten or used by misleading young adults into luring themselves into doing things they may regret. Love, but share the love that God has for us! 

-Regina Stevens

   

Growth Is Inevitable

In every aspect of our lives, growth is necessary. From birth forward, it is a part of our process of living. Just as a seed will grow into a flower or a tree..even fruits and vegetation for us to consume, we must experience growth. This applies mentally, spiritually, and physically. We can also experience emotional growth as well, with it being tied in with the other three aspects in different scenarios and situations. The physical aspect is the most inevitable part of the process. We experience physical changes to our bodies our entire lives. The mental and spiritual part of the process is completely up to us. If you have dreams, visions and goals in your lives, none of them can ever come to fruition if not for some type of growth. When we learn, it strengthens us. It builds something within us that keeps us thirsting and starving for more. When education is introduced, whether by self, or someone else, it stirs up something in most individuals. There are some, however, who feel as if they already possess all the necessary knowledge required to make it through life. I can't even begin to make a judgment on that, so I'm speaking from an individual standpoint. If I'm not constantly learning...I feel that I'm stunting my growth. With my dreams, my visions, and my goals I must continue to learn. I must continue to build myself and strengthen my knowledge factor in order to achieve those things that I plan to accomplish. From a spiritual standpoint, I must continue to learn about God and grow from what I've learned, essentially so that I will possess the things I need for myself, as well as for others who seek Him as well. This is also necessary because what we take in, we are not meant to hold and keep for ourselves. To share is to bless others. Being a blessing to others brings about more blessings for you to be shared. It's a cycle that needs to come full circle in order for all of us to thrive. Without growth...we can't truly live. Let's grow together.

-Don Savant 

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ASK QUESTIONS ???

As teenagers we often get into the habit of doing things on our own. For whatever reason we do not want to bother our mothers or fathers about our problems that we may be having at the moment. The scary thing is that once the problem esculates, we become ashamed to tell anyone. I am here to tell you that it is okay to ask your parents questions. Start off by telling them how you feel about approaching them. Let them know that you maybe afraid they may get upset, but it is something that you have to know. Teenagers are exposed to so much at a young age, so as parents we have to know what is going through there mind. These question can be about sex, drugs, peer pressure, dress codes, skipping school, or whatever. The last thing you want to do is figure these things our on your own. Otherwise it could be too late to turn back what you may have already experienced for yourself. As "uncool" as your parents may seem, they are not perfect and I can almost grantee that they have been through similar issues when they were young. NO they did not have to worry about sexting, or skyping unapporpriately, but teen issues all narrow down to the same consiquences. Be aware of your surroundings and do not let your friends become your biggest influence. If you love yourself then you will take the time to figure out your self-worth.

Love,
-Regina Stevens

Lets Pray!

Saturday, March 19, 2011

Gratitude

http://www2.wspa.com/news/2011/mar/19/20/train-overturned-cleveland-park-ar-1601189/

There was a tragic event that occurred in my city today involving something that has been a source of recreation in one of our area parks for generations. I've been thinking about the many occasions when my sisters, cousins, friends, even parents, aunts and uncles went to this park and rode the train that was involved. Now something that used to bring us all joy has brought us sorrow. There were dozens injured and a six year old lost his life. My thoughts and prayers are with all of the parties involved. I'm not ashamed to say that my eyes have been misty ever since I learned of this tragedy. My spirit has been solemn, and my heart has been beating at half staff. I can only imagine the sounds of anguish, of pain and heartache that were expressed at the scene of this event today.

This has caused me to take a moment to reflect. Even though, I make it a daily practice not to take things in my life for granted, I do slip up at times. I am a human being and we do tend to have errors and lapses in judgment from time to time. What's been on my mind though is how I want to do and be so much more but can't seem to move from where I am. This tragedy has made me realize that at any given moment things can change drastically, whether it's for the best or for the worst. This train derailment was most definitely a worst case scenario for the people involved, yet still, there are some even in the midst of this, that are in a better position than others. I'm grateful for this realization. I don't know exactly what's in God's plan for me, but I do know that He has one. I also know that it may involve my passion for writing, as well as raising awareness on some of the issues that I've faced in my life.

It has also made me realize how important it is for us to love one another, to stand together despite our differences. We should encourage one another instead of discouraging one another. Age,sex,religion,race, or any other petty obstacle should not draw boundaries around us as human beings. We share life here, and it should be shared peacefully with all the love in our hearts that we can give. Let's life our brothers and sisters up in prayer. Let's let God lead us instead of us leaving Him. It's all in His hands, and I hope that all I do from this point on causes Him to look down upon me and say "well done". I love you all.

-Don Savant