Greetings Everyone,
All honor and glory be to God! Today's lesson is one that hits close to home. Due to unfortunate events I've endured during my childhood and adolescence, it seems like the older I become, the more prevalent are my memories; my past haunts me - it has manifested itself negatively. From then until now, I have battled depression, anxiety, lack of confidence, self-consciousness and antisocial behavior that appears to increase with time. I barely decided to take extra measures aside from my spirituality to heal, such as seeking therapy and other scientifically effective therapeutic measures (relaxation, self-hypnosis, etc.), out of fear of being judged. Many people are afraid to admit they have mental health issues, and even more reluctant to seek professional help. Yes, mood altering behavior is a psychological disorder. Do NOT be swayed by the perception of others; having a stigma associated with you is better than allowing your symptoms to overtake your sanity. Take the necessary steps to promote healing rather than allow a stigma to manifest an unhealthy imbalance in your life. I always try to air my dirty laundry, because even if my testimony, my struggles, or my story don't personally impact you, they will be 'just what the doctor ordered' to at least one other person. That's why I encourage you to share your testimonies and stories with others, so that we can make a difference in at least one individual's life. On another note, I am still seeking volunteers to help build-up my non-profit organization; join my team of volunteers as we work to provide sustenance to those in need (please refer to http://www.fmbs-inc-bytye.org for more information about the organization). If you or someone you know would like to my team of volunteers, please contact me so that I may set-up an orientation to get you started with your volunteer membership. Our next meeting will be held on September 15th at 3:00 PM in Los Angeles (location will be disclosed upon your RSVP). Thanks in advance.
My non-profit organization will be participating in the Brain Tumor Society’s 2nd annual 5k walk/run. FMBS Inc. will be walking/running in honor of my dear friend, Jennifer Robinson, a brain tumor survivor. I would love for you to participate in the walk with us. Contact me with regard to your interest in this event, or simply “register” to “join a team” under my name (Tylesha Allen) or my company’s name (FMBS Inc.) for Team Jenn. If you would rather submit a monetary donation, you are more than welcome to do that as well. Either way, just copy and paste one of these two URL addresses: http://www.braintumorcommunity.org/goto/Team_Jenn_R or http://www.braintumorcommunity.org/goto/fmbs_4_Team_Jenn into your Internet browser to read Jennifer’s story, to join Team Jenn, or to make a pledge that will help us reach our fund-raising goal, also listed on our team page. I thank you in advance for spreading the word about this event; please SHARE these links with others, because so many people have suffered death as a result of brain tumors and brain cancers, and many others are also affected. Our efforts will bring researchers that much closer to a cure, and will help to better educate society. As we continue to work together to spread God’s Gospel, let us also encourage one another to take steps that lead to a healthy overall mind, body, and soul; TRANSFORM your body, mind, and soul by feeding your body healthy nutrition, and being cautious of what things you allow your eyes, ears, and spirits to be exposed to (e.g. media, books, TV, music, etc.). Have you fed your spirit today? CHANGE BEGINS WITHIN, so START YOUR TRANSFORMATION TODAY, because tomorrow is NOT promised. Continue to keep one another in prayer, thanking God for the victory, and refraining from claiming defeat from the enemy; ALWAYS pray for your desired result, NOT the unfavorable outcome. Do NOT lose sight of God in the midst of adversity. God Bless!
Lord please clear our minds, and open our eyes and ears so that we may see, hear, and receive your intended message from this fellowship. In the name of Jesus, Amen!
Passage Romans 10:17 (NLT):
"So faith comes from hearing, that is, hearing the Good News about Christ."
***Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are taken from the New Living Translation (NLT) of the Bible***
Thoughts for Today:
"Millions of people suffer from clinical depression. Is depression affecting your life or the life of someone you love? This week we will be looking at scriptures that can give us new insights on overcoming depression. Picture depression as a downward spiral with the potential to pull us deeper and deeper into despair. Then picture a ladder that will help us climb out of this deep hole. The first rung on that ladder is faith - Faith in God's love for you; Faith that Jesus is with you and will help you climb the ladder; Faith that God created you as a unique and special individual, and that he has a purpose for your life; Faith that he will help you fulfill that purpose. But how can you develop this kind of faith? By reading God's words in the Bible; By believing those words and acting on them. As you do this, you will begin to discover how much God loves you. His love for you is unconditional. Jesus died for you and for me; by turning to him, we can be forgiven for all our past misdeeds and get a fresh start."
"Consider this..."
"If you haven't already done so, determine now to take this first step out of depression. The eighth chapter of Romans is a good place to start. Take time to read the entire chapter and meditate on it. God loves you. He is able to help you, and he wants to help you. He only asks you to trust him."
***Reference: Living Free Every Day. (2013). Overcoming Depression: Climbing the Ladder. Retrieved from http://livingfree.org.***
Prayer of the Day:
Father God we thank you for life, health, and strength. We ask for forgiveness of everything that we have thought, said, or did, that was not pleasing in your sight. Give us the strength we need to forgive those who have wronged us, the same way you continuously grant forgiveness to us. Also, place upon those we may have wronged, the same desire, that we too may be forgiven by them. More importantly Father, whatever guilt we place on self, allow us to release so that we may forgive ourselves. Father, we need your help. We are willing to take the first step to begin climbing out of this deep hole where we find ourselves. We commit right now to reading and believing your Word. We ask for your guidance and help; please help us learn more about how you see us and about your love for us. Help us to release all negativity stored within. Bless us with a double portion of your Spirit Father. Close every unnecessary door that is open in our lives, and open supernatural doors to peace, prosperity, clarity, contentment, and happiness. Provide each of us with clear and concise revelations that we need in order to overcome the adversary. Help us to see, hear, and feel your presence through every trial and tribulation. Help us to reevaluate our lifestyles, and to rearrange our priorities, placing you at the top of our list. Provide discernment to know the difference between good and bad, right from wrong, and your will vs. our own desires. We thank you for provision, guidance, and protection from Satan’s attacks. By the authority in our words, we reverse all the negativity spoken into existence within our individual lives and the lives of our loved ones and associates. We take back everything the enemy has stolen from us, and bind every evil and malicious plot, plan, and scheme devised against us, in the matchless name of Jesus. Lord we also grant your angels permission to do our bidding on Earth without recourse, that we may be transformed into an image that mirrors your Son Jesus. This is our affirmation of faith Father God; we submit our petition to you in the name of Jesus, Amen!
Respectfully,
Tylesha "Tye" Allen
"It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man." (Psalm 118:8)
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