Life is seasonal (11/21/13)

Greetings Everyone,

All honor and glory be to God! The other day I shared with yall my personal struggles and discouragements ... despite mentioning that I have to motivate self by reminding myself that things could be worse, it is important for yall to know that I keep on keeping on ... I am FAR from a saint, but I am convicted by what the Spirit compels me to do. God can speak through ANYONE! Yes, I may miss sending out the SOD, may even miss church, but I continue to pray, recite my affirmations of faith, and feed my Spirit. I have been in a rut before, but all that did was reveal to me that God only works in our lives when we have faith in His abilities; we can bind God's authority when we place our trust in man or self, rather than having confidence that Christ will see us through our circumstance. It is OK to take a moment to reflect, to reassess, and to take a breather. However, don't allow your break to be too long, because those moments make us weak and vulnerable to the adversary's attacks. On another note, I'm happy to report that my organization was able to identify two families for our annual Thanksgiving meal box; if you know another needy family you still have a day or two to make a recommendation so that FMBS Inc. may consider them as one of the deserving families this Thanksgiving, just get me their info ASAP. Now on to our healthy living tip ... "5. Holiday Game Plan: No Weight Gain: Don't arrive starving. Eat something small and healthy ... before the big meal. Exercise every day. This means big holidays, too. Eat smaller portions of high-calorie dishes. Enjoy, but don't pig out. Save calories for the foods you love. Don't eat something just because it's there. Chat more, eat less. Shun those high-fat appetizers at holiday parties" (Fitness & Exercise: 8 Fall Tips for Healthy Living, http://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise). "To IMPROVE is to CHANGE" (Winston Churchill).  Be encouraged! 

THANK YOU to ALL those who joined our cause! FMBS Inc. was able to collect over $40 in monetary donations and over 200 lbs in food items for our first food drive in conjunction with the LA Foodbank. Unfortunately, we did not meet our goal of $350 and/or 350 lbs of food items. However, ALL of YOUR contributions are invaluable to our organizations' efforts to provide sustenance to underprivileged individuals and families in our local communities throughout the year. Want to make a difference? Want to be a part of something bigger? It is NEVER too late to be a blessing in the lives of those in need. If it were you in need, wouldn't you want someone to help you and your family? FMBS Inc. is PRE-selling See's Candies until Christmas to raise funds for our normal operations. NO MATTER how large or small, YOUR contributions and support BENEFIT people in need. I encourage you to JOIN our cause. You have an opportunity to make a charitable donation in support of FMBS Inc. serving underprivileged communities and individuals of ALL ages in and around Southern California, via the PayPal link located on our website at http://www.fmbs-inc-bytye.org/, or directly to myself or one of my volunteer-members. You also have the option of becoming an active member yourself - Help us GIVE BACK to the community. FMBS Inc. will succeed and prosper because of your efforts. Help us be a blessing to those in need. On behalf of my team of volunteers, I thank you in advance for your contributions, donations, pledges, support, and for SHARING/PROMOTING these events to bring awareness to our efforts.  ~Tylesha "Tye" Allen, CEO/Founder of FMBS Inc.~

 

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 - Ecclesiastes 3:1-2 (NLT):

"There is a time for everything, a season for every activity under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die. A time to plant and a time to harvest."

 

***Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are taken from the New Living Translation (NLT) of the Bible***

  

Thoughts for Today:

"Human life has a natural cycle that has existed since the time of Adam and Eve. It is wise to recognize the seasons of life - —including aging and death - and to gracefully accept their effect on us. During our lives, circumstances are always changing. When these changes are beyond our control, we must graciously accept what comes our way. Whether the season is pleasant or painful, it is good to remember that none of these seasons is permanent. The true person we are, the inner person, can grow stronger even while our physical person is wasting away. The time we spend in physical discomfort in these bodies is nothing compared to the eternity we will spend in perfect wholeness in God's presence.

Consider this ...

Be encouraged by these words of the apostle Paul: 'Therefore we do not lose heart. Though outwardly we are wasting away, yet inwardly we are being renewed day by day. For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. So we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen. For what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal' (II Corinthians 4:16-18 - NIV)."

***Reference: Living Free Every Day. (2007). The aging process: Life is seasonal. Retrieved from http://livingfree.org.***

In a nutshell, this passage reminds us to "walk by faith and NOT by sight." EVERYTHING in this world is TEMPORARY - our flesh, our material belongings, our lives, and even death. Nothing becomes "eternal" until after Judgement Day. Thus, we must adjust and adapt to change without compromising our spiritual growth; continue to feed your spirit by reading the Word, through your ups and even your downs, so that it becomes absorbed in your mind. Apply the principles you have developed from the Word of God to your daily lifestyles so that at any given moment, you are PREPARED for Christ's return.

Prayer of the Day:

Father God we thank you for life, health, and strength. 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 have wronged the same desire, that we too may be forgiven by them. More importantly Father, whatever guilt we've place on self and whatever thoughts that hold us captive in our own minds, help us to release so that we may forgive ourselves. Lord increase our eternal perspective, and help us to trust you as you guide us through every season of life. Transform us into a mirror image of Jesus so that His goodness is reflected in all that we do. 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 the clear and concise revelations 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. 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)

Ministry Blog: http://sodbytye.blogspot.com/

Non-profit Website: http://fmbs-inc-bytye.org/

Your independent Herbalife distributor/health coach: Tye.HL24@gmail.com

Change begins within; work on becoming a better You

A time of possibilities (11/19/13)

Greetings Everyone,

All honor and glory be to God! Hey yall, please always keep my in prayer ... sometimes I don't feel like sending encouraging messages because sometimes I feel like I need my own encouragement. It's like one thing after another - health issues, drama in both my professional and personal life, financial issues, and most problematic are my mental, emotional, and spiritual struggles. Considering my age and the facade I put on for the public, you would think it was all unreal. I have to motivate self by reminding myself that things could be worse, yet sometimes that's just not enough, hence my prayer request. On another note, Thanksgiving is next week, I still have NOT received any recommendations for needy families. My organization is looking for 2-4 families to supply all food items needed to prepare a complete meal to feed a family of four this holiday; we need YOU to provide us with the deserving family's names and contact information ASAP. Help FMBS Inc. make a difference this holiday season. Now on to our healthy living tip ... "Watch Your Carbs: Trying to reduce belly fat? Pay attention to your carbohydrate intake and avoid artificial sweeteners. Sugary snacks and other refined carbs spike blood sugar and cause pounds to settle in your midsection. Choose whole grains, beans, and vegetables instead" (50 Simple Health Tips, http://www.wholeliving.com). Don't forget to DRINK MORE WATER. "To IMPROVE is to CHANGE" (Winston Churchill).  Be encouraged! 

Reminder: LAST CHANCE to join our cause! FMBS Inc.'s first food drive in conjunction with the LA Foodbank ends TODAY; if you have NON-perishable food items and/or monetary donations, they need to be delivered or picked up by TONIGHT. For every $1 collected, the LA Foodbank is able to provide four meals. All food items collected will be used to restock their empty pantry shelves for current and/or future community service events that they sponsor. You can make monetary donations to myself or directly to their site at http://www.lafoodbank.org/virtual-food-drive/donor-pledge.aspx?member=99342517FBBDCBFB04EDE0CBF1F0A5B0. 50% of all unspecified monetary donations will be issued to FMBS Inc. for the same purpose - providing meals to underprivileged families in our local communities during the holiday seasons and throughout the year. Help us be a blessing in the lives of those in need. If it were you in need, wouldn't you want someone to help you and your family? 

Please do NOT feel limited to supporting only the food drive. We are also PRE-selling See's Candies until Christmas day to raise funds for our normal operations. NO MATTER how large or small, YOUR contributions and support BENEFIT people in need. I encourage you to JOIN our cause. You have the option of taking this opportunity to make a charitable donation in support of our organization's normal operations - serving underprivileged communities and individuals of ALL ages in and around Southern California, via the PayPal link located on our website at http://www.fmbs-inc-bytye.org/. Or become an active member yourself; our organization will succeed and proper because of your efforts, help us be a blessing to those in need. On behalf of my team of volunteers, I thank you in advance for your contributions, donations, pledges, support, and for SHARING/PROMOTING these events to bring awareness to our efforts.  ~Tylesha "Tye" Allen, CEO/Founder of FMBS Inc.~

 

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 - Psalm 71:18 (NLT):

"Now that I am old and gray, do not abandon me, O God. Let me proclaim your power to this new generation, your mighty miracles to all who come after me."

 

***Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are taken from the New Living Translation (NLT) of the Bible***

  

Thoughts for Today:

"Are you caring for your aging parents? If so, you are seeing what your aging process could be like. Are those thoughts depressing - or even frightening? If you are not already providing care or support for a family member or friend, you probably will at some time during your life. The reality is that people are living longer. As a result of this longevity, people often lose the ability or strength to care for their own needs -… and need someone to care for them. As we care for an aging loved one, our thoughts naturally turn to our own future. God's Word teaches us to be realistic   about life and death and the impact the aging process has on all of us. Studying these teachings can help us better understand the process taking place in our parents and prepare us for our own aging.

Consider this ...

Today's scripture makes it clear that a person is never too old to be used of God. Encourage your parents that God still wants to use them. They can pray for the family . . . send cards of encouragement to others . . . share about their life experiences . . . and encourage others in the Lord. Explore the possibilities together!"

***Reference: Living Free Every Day. (2007). The aging process: Aging ... a time of possibilities. Retrieved from http://livingfree.org.***

I cannot relate 100% to this lesson, but I will say that by observing the aging process in my family, I do grow concerned about my future. The fact that at such a young age I have many health issues that are pretty minor when controlled, but cause extreme pain and discomfort when they aren't, makes me wonder how much more disabling these complications will become with age? Additionally, certain ailments such as dementia, Alzheimer's, and aneurysms have claimed the lives of my loves ones both young and old; I wonder what is my life expectancy, yet at the same time am reminded that my days are not promised merely because of genetics. However, I have also observed that aged individuals for a lack of better words - feel a bit displaced ... They yearn to be called upon to prepare a meal, provide some advice, have more frequent conversations with their children - they simply want to know that they still serve a purpose in someone's life; parents want to know that their children are not too old to call on them. I learned that people's bodies deteriorate faster when they are not active; the less you do, the more your body succumbs to aging or develops debilitating ailments - the mind has a slower process, your posture diminishes, your strength and mobility decrease, and your interest in activity fades. However, the more active you are the more likely you are to maintain your agility. Don't be afraid to invite aging loved ones out for a game of bowling, a walk around the block, to play a game of chess or checkers, or to engage in an intellectual conversation; as you motivate yourself, your children, and your peers to live better and healthier lifestyles, do NOT forget to encourage aging loved ones to jump on the bandwagon. 

Prayer of the Day:

Father God we thank you for life, health, and strength. 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 have wronged the same desire, that we too may be forgiven by them. More importantly Father, whatever guilt we've place on self and whatever thoughts that hold us captive in our own minds, help us to release so that we may forgive ourselves. Transform us into a mirror image of Jesus so that His goodness is reflected in all that we do. Help us to remain motivated and encouraged to live healthier lives, and to encourage those around us especially the aging individuals to do the same. 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 the clear and concise revelations 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. 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)

Ministry Blog: http://sodbytye.blogspot.com/

Non-profit Website: http://fmbs-inc-bytye.org/

Your independent Herbalife distributor/health coach: Tye.HL24@gmail.com

Change begins within; work on becoming a better You