Still (11/11/2014)

Hello everyone, Happy Veteran's Day to all of my fellow vets; thank you for your past, present, and/or future service. PRAYER REQUESTS: Tomorrow (11/12/14) I have an interview for a job, in which I do need. However, I am really set on starting a childcare and building my mobile notary service. My Notary Public commission is pending, and I plan on taking the exam for Loan Signing Agent as well. Lord knows I have gotten comfortable with making my own schedule, so I'd prefer to build my own business, but I've got bills in the meantime, so pray as the Spirit leads. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Remember that it's that time of year again for my annual distribution of Thanksgiving Meal Boxes to selected families. I am looking for 2-4 families with a true need for assistance; my non-profit organization will provide selected families with all the essential items to prepare a complete Thanksgiving meal. Please submit your nominated deserving family(ies), along with their contact information that they may be evaluated for consideration as a recipient. Please submit any monetary donations, food contributions, and/or nominations NLT November 23rd, to allow time for us to prepare the meal boxes and have them delivered to the recipient family(ies) prior to the holiday. Thanks in advance for your continued support and/or contribution(s). 

HEALTHY LIVING TIPS:

"If, like me, you're part of the 13% of Americans who experience migraines, you know that sometimes, all the medicine in the world can't even touch that explosion in your head. So for many of us, the goal becomes keeping them from happening in the first place—and new research shows yoga could help with that. According to the study, published in the International Journal of Yoga, chronic migraine sufferers who practiced yoga therapy for 30 minutes 5 times a week for 6 weeks reported significantly fewer episodes and less intense migraine symptoms. They also significantly lowered their scores on the Headache Impact Test, a tool used by doctors to diagnose and monitor migraine patients. While doctors often recommend aerobic exercise for less frequent and intense migraines, for some people, all that moving around can actually trigger the pain and even make it worse. Yoga is a gentle alternative, which, according to the study authors, may help improve migraine occurrence and symptoms by quieting the nervous system. “Yoga is a great way to reduce stress and thereby reduce both tension and migraine headaches,” says Jordan Metzl, MD, a sports medicine doctor in New York City. “I have my patients use exercise to reduce stress and help reduce the need for medicines for many medical problems. Yoga is safer, healthier, and there are fewer side effects, so why not try it?” The study recommends 30 minutes of daily yoga, focusing on gentle poses that relax you. Find a class near you or start with this 10-minute gentle yoga routine at home" (Wolk, V. (2014, September). The completely natural, science-backed migraine solution. Prevention. Retrieved from http://www.prevention.com/).

JOIN OUR CAUSE: Fostering Mind, Body, and Soul Incorporated (FMBS Inc.) is on a never-ending quest to locate deserving individuals to extend our services to. Therefore we are always in need of monetary donations and/or contributions of hygiene items, sealed snacks, bottled water, winter items (gloves, scarves, blankets), mini bibles, etc.; our YEAR-ROUND mission is to serve homeless and/or needy individuals and families in underprivileged communities throughout Southern California. Speaking of "year-round," our See's Candies pre-sale fundraiser is year-round aside from holiday themed fundraisers; you may request a catalog and make a purchase at any time, all profits outside of sales cost will benefit our organization's day-to-day operations. We are a NON-profit 501(c)(3) federally exempt organization, which means that ALL donations are TAX DEDUCTIBLE. NO matter how big or small your contribution or donation is, YOU are helping someone in need. We encourage YOU to participate in our ongoing campaign whenever and however you can. If you were on the receiving end and needed a helping hand, wouldn't you want someone to reach out to you? Accept this opportunity to HELP LIVES. If interested in supporting our organization in helping others, simply make a donation and/or a contribution; make all checks payable to FMBS Inc., provide one of our representatives with your cash donation/contribution, or use the PayPal link located on our website. We are successful because of YOUR continued support. Please join our cause!

 

For more information about our organization, visit our website at http://www.fmbs-inc-bytye.org and/or add our Facebook page, Fostering Mind, Body, and Soul Incorporated (and/or Fostering Mindbodyandsoul), and follow us on Twitter @FMBSInc. On behalf of my team of volunteers, I thank you in advance. ~Tylesha "Tye" Allen, CEO/Founder, FMBS Inc. Est. 2012~

 

BE ENCOURAGED: TRANSFORM your body, mind, and soul TODAY because tomorrow is NOT promised; by feeding your body healthy nutrition, and being cautious of what things you allow your eyes, ears, and spirit to be exposed to (e.g. media, books, TV, music, etc.), YOU can start anew and become a better you. CHANGE BEGINS WITHIN... 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. In the words of Mahatma Gandhi, "be the change that you want to see in the world." Have a blessed rest of the week.

Lord please clear our minds, and open our eyes, ears, and heart so that we may see, hear, and receive your intended message from this fellowship. In the name of Jesus, Amen!

 

PASSAGE- PSALM 18:2: 

"The Lord is my rock, and my fortress, and my deliverer; my God, my strength, in whom I will trust; my buckler, and the horn of my salvation, and my high tower."

***Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are taken from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible***

 

REFLECTIONS:

"You still feel something is missing. You still wonder what it is. You still try to find God’s answers. You still question whether the answers are His. You still put your best foot forward. You still feel inept in your tries. You still long for something far greater. You still hope God hears all your cries. And somewhere in the midst of questioning, and confusion in all that is, Truth quietly whispers. “I’m still here,” the voice says. In your heart of hearts you have no doubt that He is. He’s still present no matter how quiet. Still faithful no matter the trial. Still longing to help you get through it. Still walking with you, every mile. He’s still beside you in the still quiet moments. Still comforting you in His arms. Still cherishing you as His loved one. Still keeping you safe from what harms. “I’m still here,” He says, “So be still.” Embrace His peace and take heart. And know no matter whatever may be--God’s still with you throughout every part." (Chambers, R. (2014, November 11). Still [Web log comment]. Retrieved from http://reflections.daybyday.org/). 

As I encouraged before, I take absences that are typically unplanned and last for extended periods. I am aware that some of you actually value this fellowship, but unlike putting your faith in me, you can wholeheartedly trust and seek refuge in God: He doesn't take breaks; He is unbiased; He loves us WITHOUT conditions (agape); and He is available anytime we call, and from anywhere we are. This passage simply reminds us of the solid foundation we have in Christ, so CALL ON HIM. "God's protection of His people is limitless and can take many forms. David characterized God's care with five military symbols. God is like (1) a rock that can't be moved by any who would harm us, (2) a fortress or place of safety where the enemy can't follow, (3) a buckler, or shield, that comes between us and harm, (4) a horn of salvation, a symbol of might and power, (5) a tower high above our enemies..." (Tyndale House Publishers. (2004). Psalm. Life Application Study Bible: King James Version: Notes 18:2, 3 (pp. 816). Carol Stream, IL: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.). If you're looking for someone you can trust with your life, someone you can trust with your secrets, someone whose shoulder you can cry on, then you're looking for GOD; stop trying to fill your void with material things of this world, or with negative influences from loved ones and friends. Instead, call on Jesus and allow Him to guide you to the peace and protection that He promised and secured with His blood.

PRAYER OF THE DAY:

Father God we thank you for life, health, and strength. We thank you for the strength we need to forgive those who have wronged us, the same way you continuously grant us forgiveness, and for placing upon those we have wronged the same desire, that we too may be forgiven by them. More so Father, we thank you for removing the guilt we once placed on self, and for removing every thought that has held us captive in our own minds. We thank you for transforming our image into one that mirrors Jesus, so that His goodness is reflected in all that we do. Thanks for blessing us with a double portion of your Spirit, and for closing every unnecessary door that is open in our lives. Thanks for opening supernatural doors in our lives that lead to peace, prosperity, clarity, contentment, and happiness. We thank you for providing each of us with the clear and concise revelations we need in order to overcome the adversary. Thanks for helping us to see, hear, and feel your presence through every trial and tribulation, and for the courage to rearrange our priorities, placing you at the top of our list. We thank you for discernment to know the difference between good and bad, right from wrong, and your will vs. our own desires. Thanks 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, and ask for your protection from recourse. This is our affirmation of faith Father God; we submit our petition to you and thank you in advance for working it all out. All these things we claim in the name of Jesus, Amen!

Respectfully,
Tylesha "Tye" Allen, CEO/Founder

FMBS Inc. Est. 2012
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Change begins within; work on becoming a better You
"It is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man." (Psalm 118:8)