God Made Moms To Teach…Luke 6:31
“Do to others as you would have them do to you.” is a bible verse we all can benefit from knowing in life. Even as adults we can sometimes operate in selfness by requiring others to do things for us, that they we would never want to do for them. So why is it so hard for us to understand our kids and young adults when they act so selfishly? A way to end it all, is to do exactly what the scripture says,” Do to others as you would have them do to you.” If you don’t want someone being flip with you, don’t be flip with them. Operating in goodness, will only bring goodness back to you. It all starts with you…just make the conscience effort to do only what you would you want someone to do to you.
Be blessed and encouraged, it’s a choice. ~Delphine
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Tuesday, March 29, 2011
Tuesday, March 15, 2011
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children…To Move Out Of Those Comfort Zones
Recently I was asked by one of my close friends who is the Head Mother of her church, to be one of her guest speakers for a function she is hosting for women. She wants me to speak on being a wife and mother. I was quick to think and to say,“I’m not a preacher or even a speaker, I can’t do that.” When I should have said, “I’m terrified of speaking in front of people and more terrified of them thinking who is she to tell us how we should be operating as wives and mothers.” I made every excuse and gave every possible reason why I couldn’t help her, my close friend, do something that she and others see and hear we talk about so openly. How is it that something that seems to come so natural for me, just became something so unnatural for me to speak on. My friend asked me to pray about it. I said, “I would.” But I had full intentions of not praying because I knew what the answer would be and I didn’t want to pulled out of my confront zone. A comfort zone that I created, one that I’m totally comfortable in. My friend did her duty by asking and checking back with me for my answer. And after shedding a few tears and confessions of being fearful, we both said, we would pray regarding my fears and about my decision on being a guest speaker. I drove away from her house with a decision to prepare myself just in case I felt convicted and was lead to do what she had asked. Well after conversations with a few other friends and my husband,I made the decision to continue to be that dependable friend, one who would not be afraid of stepping out of her comfort zone. I am no longer terrified because I have friends interceding on my behalf but I did realize it’s okay to admit to being afraid, it’s just not okay to succumb to fear when being asked to do something for your good and the good of others. If I allowed fear to keep me from helping a friend or anything else, how could I ever be the one encouraging or in some cases requiring my kids to move out of their comfort zones when it’s for their own good.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it’s definitely a choice. ~Delphine
2 Timothy 1:7 -- For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 2:15 -- Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Recently I was asked by one of my close friends who is the Head Mother of her church, to be one of her guest speakers for a function she is hosting for women. She wants me to speak on being a wife and mother. I was quick to think and to say,“I’m not a preacher or even a speaker, I can’t do that.” When I should have said, “I’m terrified of speaking in front of people and more terrified of them thinking who is she to tell us how we should be operating as wives and mothers.” I made every excuse and gave every possible reason why I couldn’t help her, my close friend, do something that she and others see and hear we talk about so openly. How is it that something that seems to come so natural for me, just became something so unnatural for me to speak on. My friend asked me to pray about it. I said, “I would.” But I had full intentions of not praying because I knew what the answer would be and I didn’t want to pulled out of my confront zone. A comfort zone that I created, one that I’m totally comfortable in. My friend did her duty by asking and checking back with me for my answer. And after shedding a few tears and confessions of being fearful, we both said, we would pray regarding my fears and about my decision on being a guest speaker. I drove away from her house with a decision to prepare myself just in case I felt convicted and was lead to do what she had asked. Well after conversations with a few other friends and my husband,I made the decision to continue to be that dependable friend, one who would not be afraid of stepping out of her comfort zone. I am no longer terrified because I have friends interceding on my behalf but I did realize it’s okay to admit to being afraid, it’s just not okay to succumb to fear when being asked to do something for your good and the good of others. If I allowed fear to keep me from helping a friend or anything else, how could I ever be the one encouraging or in some cases requiring my kids to move out of their comfort zones when it’s for their own good.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it’s definitely a choice. ~Delphine
2 Timothy 1:7 -- For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.
2 Timothy 2:15 -- Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Tuesday, March 1, 2011
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...The 23rd Psalm
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Psalm 23
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.
Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...With Age Comes Independence
Children are a blessing from God. The awesomeness of raising them and seeing them grow into men and women of valour and accomplishing whatever dream they may have is an even greater blessing. Independence in the past as always been looked upon as a great achievement, sort of a rite of passage for many. So what has changed? The scripture in Proverbs 22:6 reads "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it". The scripture Genesis 2:24 reads "Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.". These two scriptures scream independence to me. They remind me that children are meant to grow up and become independent. So why are so many parents holding on to their children, especially the ones who are considered adults by age? Why are there so many Christian parents with adult age children that are still dependent upon them? Let's do our children a favor and teach them that independence should come with age because mommy and daddy won't always be here but God and His favor will.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Children are a blessing from God. The awesomeness of raising them and seeing them grow into men and women of valour and accomplishing whatever dream they may have is an even greater blessing. Independence in the past as always been looked upon as a great achievement, sort of a rite of passage for many. So what has changed? The scripture in Proverbs 22:6 reads "Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it". The scripture Genesis 2:24 reads "Therefore shall a man leave his father and his mother, and shall cleave unto his wife: and they shall be one flesh.". These two scriptures scream independence to me. They remind me that children are meant to grow up and become independent. So why are so many parents holding on to their children, especially the ones who are considered adults by age? Why are there so many Christian parents with adult age children that are still dependent upon them? Let's do our children a favor and teach them that independence should come with age because mommy and daddy won't always be here but God and His favor will.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children…To Be True To Who They Are
We all have the tendency to become who others feel we should be and slowly the real person is pushed to the far back. Let’s teach our children to be true to who they really are and we as parents try to recognize and nurture the person God created them to be. In all ages, we get caught up into fitting into particular groups that all the uniqueness of an individual becomes dormant and then when it does appear everyone is like what’s going on with you. Do Not stifle yourself or your children by forcing them to fit into society’s box because the person you are stifling could very well be what society needs or is missing.
Be blessed and encouraged, it’s your choice.~Delphine
Genesis 1:27 -- So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them
We all have the tendency to become who others feel we should be and slowly the real person is pushed to the far back. Let’s teach our children to be true to who they really are and we as parents try to recognize and nurture the person God created them to be. In all ages, we get caught up into fitting into particular groups that all the uniqueness of an individual becomes dormant and then when it does appear everyone is like what’s going on with you. Do Not stifle yourself or your children by forcing them to fit into society’s box because the person you are stifling could very well be what society needs or is missing.
Be blessed and encouraged, it’s your choice.~Delphine
Genesis 1:27 -- So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female created he them
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...Be Lenders and Not Borrowers.
During the peak of this recession you have heard or seen a lot of people suffering. Many are still losing jobs, many are still going through years of savings just to get by, many are sick with no health insurance and some are still losing homes they have worked so hard to obtain. Now on the flip side, we have also heard pastors giving messages on Christians not experiencing recession and stories of Christians prospering through the recession. A message meant to encourage us to not be fearful of what is taking place around us and to fully trust God to provide our each and every need. But with those messages comes the responsibility of using wisdom in our everyday lives. My immediate family has not had to suffer through these times as many others have and I thank God for it. We’ve actually been blessed to be a blessing in some cases. And we bless God for that as well. But we also have cut back in certain areas, so we aren’t affected or even affected as much. Things we can’t afford, we don’t buy until we can afford them. Things we don’t need, we don’t buy until there is a need. Having a mind like Christ, is to operate as He would. Using wisdom with the knowledge we have of His grace and mercy, will get us all through the recession. That’s why it’s important to teach our children to be prepare their minds to be the lenders and the borrowers. There is no need for any of us to be slaves to debit or consumption. One of God’s promise and desire has always been to provide us our every need.
If you are lead, try reading Deuteronomy 28, to rediscover or discover the blessings of obedience and Genesis Chapters 37 to 45, the story of Joseph.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it’s a choice. ~ Delphine
2 Tim 1:7 -- For God did not give us a spirit of timidity (of cowardice, of craven and cringing and fawning fear), but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of calm and well-balanced mind and discipline and self-control.
Phil 4:19 -- “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.”
During the peak of this recession you have heard or seen a lot of people suffering. Many are still losing jobs, many are still going through years of savings just to get by, many are sick with no health insurance and some are still losing homes they have worked so hard to obtain. Now on the flip side, we have also heard pastors giving messages on Christians not experiencing recession and stories of Christians prospering through the recession. A message meant to encourage us to not be fearful of what is taking place around us and to fully trust God to provide our each and every need. But with those messages comes the responsibility of using wisdom in our everyday lives. My immediate family has not had to suffer through these times as many others have and I thank God for it. We’ve actually been blessed to be a blessing in some cases. And we bless God for that as well. But we also have cut back in certain areas, so we aren’t affected or even affected as much. Things we can’t afford, we don’t buy until we can afford them. Things we don’t need, we don’t buy until there is a need. Having a mind like Christ, is to operate as He would. Using wisdom with the knowledge we have of His grace and mercy, will get us all through the recession. That’s why it’s important to teach our children to be prepare their minds to be the lenders and the borrowers. There is no need for any of us to be slaves to debit or consumption. One of God’s promise and desire has always been to provide us our every need.
If you are lead, try reading Deuteronomy 28, to rediscover or discover the blessings of obedience and Genesis Chapters 37 to 45, the story of Joseph.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it’s a choice. ~ Delphine
2 Tim 1:7 -- For God did not give us a spirit of timidity (of cowardice, of craven and cringing and fawning fear), but [He has given us a spirit] of power and of love and of calm and well-balanced mind and discipline and self-control.
Phil 4:19 -- “And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.”
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children…Cultivate Your Minds With The Positives
Today’s tidbit is a short one. I’m going to piggy back from another Tuesday Tidbit I posted a couple of weeks ago by posting the powerful writing below. It’s from a wonderfully written powerful book entitled “As A Man Thinketh”, written by James Allen.
A Man’s mind may be liked to a garden, which may be intelligently cultivated or neglected, it must and will, bring forth. If no useful seeds are put into it, then an abundance of useless weed seeds will fall therein, and will continue to produce their kind. ~ James Allen
Be Blessed and encouraged today, it’s a choice. ~ Delphine
Luke 24:45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Today’s tidbit is a short one. I’m going to piggy back from another Tuesday Tidbit I posted a couple of weeks ago by posting the powerful writing below. It’s from a wonderfully written powerful book entitled “As A Man Thinketh”, written by James Allen.
A Man’s mind may be liked to a garden, which may be intelligently cultivated or neglected, it must and will, bring forth. If no useful seeds are put into it, then an abundance of useless weed seeds will fall therein, and will continue to produce their kind. ~ James Allen
Be Blessed and encouraged today, it’s a choice. ~ Delphine
Luke 24:45 Then opened he their understanding, that they might understand the scriptures,
Philippians 4:8 Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children To.....Seek God's Guidance.
Psalm 32:8 reads, "I will make you wise and show you where to go. I will guide you and watch over you."
This scripture says it loud and clear, seeking God's guidance will allow us to make wise decisions.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Psalm 32:8 reads, "I will make you wise and show you where to go. I will guide you and watch over you."
This scripture says it loud and clear, seeking God's guidance will allow us to make wise decisions.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...A Mother's Love
A wise woman shared with me several years ago that what I do for my children should not be for them to love me but because I love them. What a seed she planted in my life as well as my children's lives and all children close to me. This particularly wise woman doesn't have any children of her own but she has nurtured her nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews with this type of love. A mother's love. When you think about God's discipline and His correcting that's just how he does it. He's responding out of His love for us not for Him to receive our love even though I'm sure He desires that from His children. When we make our children eat the vegetables they don't like it's because we love them and know it's one of the requirements for them to grow strong and healthy. When we set a scheduled time for bed, it's not just because we want some down time, it's because we know they need their rest to be productive in school the next day. When we tell them "no" because we know it's for their own good, that's a mother responding out of love for her child. I've had one of my very lovable children say to me on several occasions that they hate having me as their mother because I always tell them "no" and I've always responded I love you more. That same response as gotten me an apology and hugs later. Acting of love is always best. Just a couple of weekends ago I spent a day with two of my active nephews who probably think I'm the worst auntie ever because I try and hold them accountable for their actions. Well after a morning of being disobedient to what I had requested of them, I finally told them their disobedience had cost them the privilege of being treated to something special that day. I explained to them that obedience is always better than sacrifice. Towards the end of our day together, I told them I discipline them not because I'm mean and impatient but because I love them and want only the best for them. I do it because I love them and not for them to love me because in the end, I know they will love me even more for being the one who loved them enough to say "stop it" or even strong enough to tell them "no". A mother's love goes a long way when she's doing it out of love and not just for the temporal sake of love from the ones she's loving.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Hebrews 12:7-11 Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons. For what son is not disciplined by his father? If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline), then you are illegitimate children and not true sons. Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live!Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in his holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
Titus 2:4 Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, 5 to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.
A wise woman shared with me several years ago that what I do for my children should not be for them to love me but because I love them. What a seed she planted in my life as well as my children's lives and all children close to me. This particularly wise woman doesn't have any children of her own but she has nurtured her nieces and nephews and grand nieces and nephews with this type of love. A mother's love. When you think about God's discipline and His correcting that's just how he does it. He's responding out of His love for us not for Him to receive our love even though I'm sure He desires that from His children. When we make our children eat the vegetables they don't like it's because we love them and know it's one of the requirements for them to grow strong and healthy. When we set a scheduled time for bed, it's not just because we want some down time, it's because we know they need their rest to be productive in school the next day. When we tell them "no" because we know it's for their own good, that's a mother responding out of love for her child. I've had one of my very lovable children say to me on several occasions that they hate having me as their mother because I always tell them "no" and I've always responded I love you more. That same response as gotten me an apology and hugs later. Acting of love is always best. Just a couple of weekends ago I spent a day with two of my active nephews who probably think I'm the worst auntie ever because I try and hold them accountable for their actions. Well after a morning of being disobedient to what I had requested of them, I finally told them their disobedience had cost them the privilege of being treated to something special that day. I explained to them that obedience is always better than sacrifice. Towards the end of our day together, I told them I discipline them not because I'm mean and impatient but because I love them and want only the best for them. I do it because I love them and not for them to love me because in the end, I know they will love me even more for being the one who loved them enough to say "stop it" or even strong enough to tell them "no". A mother's love goes a long way when she's doing it out of love and not just for the temporal sake of love from the ones she's loving.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Hebrews 12:7-11 Endure hardship as discipline; God is treating you as sons. For what son is not disciplined by his father? If you are not disciplined (and everyone undergoes discipline), then you are illegitimate children and not true sons. Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live!Our fathers disciplined us for a little while as they thought best; but God disciplines us for our good, that we may share in his holiness. No discipline seems pleasant at the time, but painful. Later on, however, it produces a harvest of righteousness and peace for those who have been trained by it.
Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him.
Titus 2:4 Then they can train the younger women to love their husbands and children, 5 to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that no one will malign the word of God.
Tuesday, June 8, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children That.....Beauty Is In The Eye Of The Beholder.
Ladies, our children's view of self beauty should be validated by their parents early on. All parents should be confirming their boys and girls by letting them know that they are handsome/beautiful. When we look at our children we should readily see a form of God's beauty. Let them know early on that they are beautiful in the skin they are in -- building up self esteem and nurturing a positive self image while they are young prepares them for life. Compliment them on their skin, their hair, their smiles, and their bodies....all the things God created and blessed them with. Cultivate their inner beauty. Tell them that the reflection they see in the mirror is beautiful...flaws and all. Let them know that TRUE beauty is more than skin deep and that inner beauty is also attractive. Let us remind them as well as ourselves that God looks at the heart and that beauty is in the e ye of the beholder. Ask yourself today what beauty or beauties are your eyes and your children's eyes beholding.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
I see the beauty of God's grace and mercy.....when I see a new day because tomorrow is not promised.
I see the beauty of life.....when I see a pregnant woman or a old man/woman.
I see the beauty of Africa...when I look at my husband.
I see the beauty of healthy teeth and mouth.....when I see my son Destin smile.
I see the beauty of raising boys.....when I look at my boys.
I see the beauty of unity.....during praise and worship at church.
I see the beauty of a black woman.....when I look in the mirror.
I see the beauty of sister-hood.....when I am out chilling with my girls.
This is just a peek of the abundance of BEAUTY that my eyes behold.
Ecclesiastes 3:11, He hath made every thing beautiful in his time.
Ladies, our children's view of self beauty should be validated by their parents early on. All parents should be confirming their boys and girls by letting them know that they are handsome/beautiful. When we look at our children we should readily see a form of God's beauty. Let them know early on that they are beautiful in the skin they are in -- building up self esteem and nurturing a positive self image while they are young prepares them for life. Compliment them on their skin, their hair, their smiles, and their bodies....all the things God created and blessed them with. Cultivate their inner beauty. Tell them that the reflection they see in the mirror is beautiful...flaws and all. Let them know that TRUE beauty is more than skin deep and that inner beauty is also attractive. Let us remind them as well as ourselves that God looks at the heart and that beauty is in the e ye of the beholder. Ask yourself today what beauty or beauties are your eyes and your children's eyes beholding.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
I see the beauty of God's grace and mercy.....when I see a new day because tomorrow is not promised.
I see the beauty of life.....when I see a pregnant woman or a old man/woman.
I see the beauty of Africa...when I look at my husband.
I see the beauty of healthy teeth and mouth.....when I see my son Destin smile.
I see the beauty of raising boys.....when I look at my boys.
I see the beauty of unity.....during praise and worship at church.
I see the beauty of a black woman.....when I look in the mirror.
I see the beauty of sister-hood.....when I am out chilling with my girls.
This is just a peek of the abundance of BEAUTY that my eyes behold.
Ecclesiastes 3:11, He hath made every thing beautiful in his time.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children....To Take Advantage of the Opportunity.
Over the past few weeks I've been busy working with students who are interested in renting from us. Young adults with great spirits and bright futures ahead of them. Some with full support from parents and some with parents who can do nothing to support them. It is very refreshing and encouraging to see all them in their glory. Some who are eager to make an impression and some just eager for the opportunity. I look forward to watching them achieve all their goals. I look forward to them making their mark in this world. I will enjoy seeing them succeed and I will appreciate having been a stepping stone on their climb. This is a ministry for me. This is my way of giving back to people who are just like me. My desire is for them to take advantage of the opportunity provided, and not the person providing them the opportunity. Rather it be their parents, their friends, their university, their professors, their employers, their mentors, or their landlords. My prayer is that they are able to make a positive difference in this world because they choose to take advantage of the opportunities offered to them.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Proverbs 1: 5 "A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:"
Ecclesiastes 11:4 "Farmers who wait for perfect weather never plant. If they watch every cloud, they never harvest."
Over the past few weeks I've been busy working with students who are interested in renting from us. Young adults with great spirits and bright futures ahead of them. Some with full support from parents and some with parents who can do nothing to support them. It is very refreshing and encouraging to see all them in their glory. Some who are eager to make an impression and some just eager for the opportunity. I look forward to watching them achieve all their goals. I look forward to them making their mark in this world. I will enjoy seeing them succeed and I will appreciate having been a stepping stone on their climb. This is a ministry for me. This is my way of giving back to people who are just like me. My desire is for them to take advantage of the opportunity provided, and not the person providing them the opportunity. Rather it be their parents, their friends, their university, their professors, their employers, their mentors, or their landlords. My prayer is that they are able to make a positive difference in this world because they choose to take advantage of the opportunities offered to them.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Proverbs 1: 5 "A wise man will hear, and will increase learning; and a man of understanding shall attain unto wise counsels:"
Ecclesiastes 11:4 "Farmers who wait for perfect weather never plant. If they watch every cloud, they never harvest."
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...That They Are Wonderfully Made
Being a mother I have learned that you can put things out there that can damage your child's spirit even into adulthood. My goal is to love, nurture, and discipline my children as God will have me. I can only do that by taking heed to and understanding His word. We aren't given manuals on raising children when we are released from the hospital but the bible does offer instructions to parents when it comes to rearing our children. I have learned through experience that words spoken out of anger and hurt can cut a spirit and leave scars. I choose to bond with my children and not break the natural bond by nurturing those He has entrusted to my care. I choose to speak life and not death over them. I choose to tell them they are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, the one who loves them more then I ever could. I choose to plants seeds of strength and encouragement, that will spring forth fruits of men who are full of valor. I choose to love them even when they don't understand that even discipline is love in action. I am a wonderful mother with wonderful children because we are fearfully and wonderfully made by someone who loves us more than we deserve. I'm happy to be a mother. And I am so grateful for the children God has blessed me with.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Psalm 139:14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Ephesians 6: 4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."
Luke 12:7 But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.
Being a mother I have learned that you can put things out there that can damage your child's spirit even into adulthood. My goal is to love, nurture, and discipline my children as God will have me. I can only do that by taking heed to and understanding His word. We aren't given manuals on raising children when we are released from the hospital but the bible does offer instructions to parents when it comes to rearing our children. I have learned through experience that words spoken out of anger and hurt can cut a spirit and leave scars. I choose to bond with my children and not break the natural bond by nurturing those He has entrusted to my care. I choose to speak life and not death over them. I choose to tell them they are fearfully and wonderfully made by God, the one who loves them more then I ever could. I choose to plants seeds of strength and encouragement, that will spring forth fruits of men who are full of valor. I choose to love them even when they don't understand that even discipline is love in action. I am a wonderful mother with wonderful children because we are fearfully and wonderfully made by someone who loves us more than we deserve. I'm happy to be a mother. And I am so grateful for the children God has blessed me with.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Psalm 139:14 I will praise thee; for I am fearfully and wonderfully made: marvellous are thy works; and that my soul knoweth right well.
Proverbs 18:21 Death and life are in the power of the tongue: and they that love it shall eat the fruit thereof.
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Ephesians 6: 4 Fathers, do not exasperate your children; instead, bring them up in the training and instruction of the Lord."
Luke 12:7 But even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Fear not therefore: ye are of more value than many sparrows.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms So They Could Teach Their Children....To Consider Others
Having and showing some compassion towards others can take them a long!
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's always been a choice. ~ Delphine
Matthew 9:36 But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary[a] and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd.
1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous
Luke 10:33 But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was. And when he saw him, he had compassion.
Having and showing some compassion towards others can take them a long!
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's always been a choice. ~ Delphine
Matthew 9:36 But when He saw the multitudes, He was moved with compassion for them, because they were weary[a] and scattered, like sheep having no shepherd.
1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you be of one mind, having compassion for one another; love as brothers, be tenderhearted, be courteous
Luke 10:33 But a certain Samaritan, as he journeyed, came where he was. And when he saw him, he had compassion.
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Tuesday, December 1, 2009
Tuesday Tidbits
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children....To Be The Bigger Person
Almost lost a friend today because I was ready to READ her and leave her for dead but because I'm bigger than that I gave her a pass. Some times people dish stuff that they definitely could not handle if it was given back. I listened to that small still voice and spared her a ripping because she didn't deserve the emotional hurt my words would have cause her and her broken ego. Thank God for His grace and I thank HIM that I am not where or what I use to be. So glad I'm conscience enough to know that the BIGGER person gains much. How wonderful to be able to pass this on to my kids. Teaching them to take the high road to to be the bigger person, could save them,their friends, and their future spouses a lot of unnecessary heartaches and headaches.
Be blessed and encouraged, it's a choice. ~Delphine
James 1:19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,
Proverbs 11:12 A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
Proverbs 18:21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
Almost lost a friend today because I was ready to READ her and leave her for dead but because I'm bigger than that I gave her a pass. Some times people dish stuff that they definitely could not handle if it was given back. I listened to that small still voice and spared her a ripping because she didn't deserve the emotional hurt my words would have cause her and her broken ego. Thank God for His grace and I thank HIM that I am not where or what I use to be. So glad I'm conscience enough to know that the BIGGER person gains much. How wonderful to be able to pass this on to my kids. Teaching them to take the high road to to be the bigger person, could save them,their friends, and their future spouses a lot of unnecessary heartaches and headaches.
Be blessed and encouraged, it's a choice. ~Delphine
James 1:19 My dear brothers, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry,
Proverbs 11:12 A man who lacks judgment derides his neighbor, but a man of understanding holds his tongue.
Proverbs 18:21 The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit.
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Tuesday Tidbits
God Made Moms To Teach Kids....Wisdom Comes With Age
After having conversations with two of sons this past weekend about using their heads(brains). I was told I was just old fashioned. We were having a talk about managing time, what they watch on tv, turning in homework on time, getting to work and class on time, paying attention to how they speak to their parents and brothers, the way they wear their clothes, on being a responsible person (Employee, son, brother, boyfriend, friend)and about who they call friend. After being told I was being old fashioned, I told them time will tell. I also reminded them that I was once their age and had learned from experience. Experience had been my teacher and every lesson she served wasn't an easy one, sometimes I had to learn the hard way. I took from the conversation that somethings I will have to let them learn on their own. But one thing is sure, wisdom comes with age rather they decide to use it or not, it is their decision. So when the consequences come rather good or bad, and i pray that it's all good, I will remind them that WISDOM COMES WITH AGE. Living wiser could provide them a long life.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
After having conversations with two of sons this past weekend about using their heads(brains). I was told I was just old fashioned. We were having a talk about managing time, what they watch on tv, turning in homework on time, getting to work and class on time, paying attention to how they speak to their parents and brothers, the way they wear their clothes, on being a responsible person (Employee, son, brother, boyfriend, friend)and about who they call friend. After being told I was being old fashioned, I told them time will tell. I also reminded them that I was once their age and had learned from experience. Experience had been my teacher and every lesson she served wasn't an easy one, sometimes I had to learn the hard way. I took from the conversation that somethings I will have to let them learn on their own. But one thing is sure, wisdom comes with age rather they decide to use it or not, it is their decision. So when the consequences come rather good or bad, and i pray that it's all good, I will remind them that WISDOM COMES WITH AGE. Living wiser could provide them a long life.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Proverbs 22:6 Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach....Followers of Christ Have Responsibilities
I had a co worker to pass from complications due to cancer treatments this past weekend. It saddens me to know someone has passed on and left a family behind but as a Christian, I believe he has just moved on to a better life. The truth of the matter is, I wasn't one of those who helped him to get to a better life and I had worked close with him for over 7 years. Not once had I asked him the simple question of have you ever accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior. But thank God for having another watchmen or Christian co-worker in place. One of my other coworkers lead him to Christ just a week before he died. She lead him through the sinner's prayer and he accepted Christ right in her office. It didn't take much, just a quick "yes" or "no" question, and directions on how to accept Christ. It saddens me to think about how many people and paths that I have let cross me and I not ask "are you in the body" or "have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior", makes me search myself and question am I attempting to do what I should be doing as a follower of God's word and of Christ.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
"For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23).
"There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death." (Proverbs 16:25).
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Ephesians 4:32
"yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we live; and there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we live." 1 Corinthians 8:6
I had a co worker to pass from complications due to cancer treatments this past weekend. It saddens me to know someone has passed on and left a family behind but as a Christian, I believe he has just moved on to a better life. The truth of the matter is, I wasn't one of those who helped him to get to a better life and I had worked close with him for over 7 years. Not once had I asked him the simple question of have you ever accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior. But thank God for having another watchmen or Christian co-worker in place. One of my other coworkers lead him to Christ just a week before he died. She lead him through the sinner's prayer and he accepted Christ right in her office. It didn't take much, just a quick "yes" or "no" question, and directions on how to accept Christ. It saddens me to think about how many people and paths that I have let cross me and I not ask "are you in the body" or "have you accepted Jesus Christ as your personal savior", makes me search myself and question am I attempting to do what I should be doing as a follower of God's word and of Christ.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
"For all have sinned, and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23).
"There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death." (Proverbs 16:25).
"Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Ephesians 4:2
"Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you." Ephesians 4:32
"yet for us there is but one God, the Father, from whom all things came and for whom we live; and there is but one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom all things came and through whom we live." 1 Corinthians 8:6
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children....There Is More To Being A Christian
Friends, there is more to being a Christian than going to church or reciting scriptures but many of today's Christians don't understand that. We who consider ourselves Christians or children of God should use Jesus as our example. Jesus never had to go about disclosing who he was, his actions did the talking for him. There were also times that God Himself spoke clearly stating that Jesus was indeed His son. There is plenty for us to walk away with from the bible because HIS word is a guide for those who believe. But why do we choose to just walk away with the small things and expect to conquer or gain big things. God's word is and was a way of life for many. God also gave us free will and it is up to each individual to accept what He offers so freely and that's FREEDOM in knowing HIM through His word. There is a scripture in 2 Corinthians 3:17 that reads Now the Lord is the Spirit and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. I am glad to say that I have His spirit and that I recognize that it is His spirit that offers me the freedom to live as a child of God no matter what any other man might say or think. Christ does not place us in bondage, men and traditions of men do.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~ Delphine
Romans 8:6 The spirit itself bears witness with our Spirit that we are children of God.
2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Friends, there is more to being a Christian than going to church or reciting scriptures but many of today's Christians don't understand that. We who consider ourselves Christians or children of God should use Jesus as our example. Jesus never had to go about disclosing who he was, his actions did the talking for him. There were also times that God Himself spoke clearly stating that Jesus was indeed His son. There is plenty for us to walk away with from the bible because HIS word is a guide for those who believe. But why do we choose to just walk away with the small things and expect to conquer or gain big things. God's word is and was a way of life for many. God also gave us free will and it is up to each individual to accept what He offers so freely and that's FREEDOM in knowing HIM through His word. There is a scripture in 2 Corinthians 3:17 that reads Now the Lord is the Spirit and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. I am glad to say that I have His spirit and that I recognize that it is His spirit that offers me the freedom to live as a child of God no matter what any other man might say or think. Christ does not place us in bondage, men and traditions of men do.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~ Delphine
Romans 8:6 The spirit itself bears witness with our Spirit that we are children of God.
2 Timothy 2:15 Study to shew thyself approved unto God, a workman that needeth not to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their kids....Proverbs 3:5-6
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.(NIV)
This is hard to do at times as an adult but if you are taught it while your young, it becomes second nature.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~ Delphine
Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make your paths straight.(NIV)
This is hard to do at times as an adult but if you are taught it while your young, it becomes second nature.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~ Delphine
Monday, August 24, 2009
Tuesday Tidbits
God Made Moms To Encourage Their Kids....To Try Something Different
While on summer vacation I was forced to let some of my parental guards down and allowed my children to go snorkeling in waters as deep as 130 ft. After seeing them enjoy it and being so comfortable in water that deep. The idea of surfing lessons, swimming with giant sea turtles, and exploring open water lava tubes came with easy answers. Yes, we can do it. I enjoyed our adventures immensely. Who knew my brown babies would be so good at surfing. Who ever said black folk don't swim lied. Because of the memories made, I'm glad I didn't hold them back from their adventures, I actually encouraged them in doing something different and got just has much joy out of it as they did. But before you think I went to Maui and lost my mind. I did say prayers of covering and I prayed for guidance. I also asked for wisdom and confidence, wisdom and confidence I passed on to them. Me not encouraging them to go for it, could have stunt the growth and self confidence, I witnessed in them both. I dare not discourage them after I've been telling them that they can do anything they put their minds to. My tidbit today is to encourage you to encourage your kids to try and do something different, they may end up liking it and being successful at it. Making everyone happy, someone tried something different.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
While on summer vacation I was forced to let some of my parental guards down and allowed my children to go snorkeling in waters as deep as 130 ft. After seeing them enjoy it and being so comfortable in water that deep. The idea of surfing lessons, swimming with giant sea turtles, and exploring open water lava tubes came with easy answers. Yes, we can do it. I enjoyed our adventures immensely. Who knew my brown babies would be so good at surfing. Who ever said black folk don't swim lied. Because of the memories made, I'm glad I didn't hold them back from their adventures, I actually encouraged them in doing something different and got just has much joy out of it as they did. But before you think I went to Maui and lost my mind. I did say prayers of covering and I prayed for guidance. I also asked for wisdom and confidence, wisdom and confidence I passed on to them. Me not encouraging them to go for it, could have stunt the growth and self confidence, I witnessed in them both. I dare not discourage them after I've been telling them that they can do anything they put their minds to. My tidbit today is to encourage you to encourage your kids to try and do something different, they may end up liking it and being successful at it. Making everyone happy, someone tried something different.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's your choice. ~Delphine
Philippians 4:13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.
Tuesday, August 11, 2009
Tuesday Tidbit
God Made Moms To Teach Their Children...About Excellence
The scripture below encourages us to put our best foot forward in all we do. When we put in our best, give our best, and strive for excellence we reap the benefits/rewards of Excellence. Be encouraged to do your best in all that you do, no matter how big or small the task my be.
1 Corinthians 3:8-13 (New International Version)
8 The man who plants and the man who waters have one purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. 9 For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, God's building. 10 By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should be careful how he builds. 11For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12 If any man builds on this foundation using gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, 13his work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each man's work.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~Delphine
The scripture below encourages us to put our best foot forward in all we do. When we put in our best, give our best, and strive for excellence we reap the benefits/rewards of Excellence. Be encouraged to do your best in all that you do, no matter how big or small the task my be.
1 Corinthians 3:8-13 (New International Version)
8 The man who plants and the man who waters have one purpose, and each will be rewarded according to his own labor. 9 For we are God's fellow workers; you are God's field, God's building. 10 By the grace God has given me, I laid a foundation as an expert builder, and someone else is building on it. But each one should be careful how he builds. 11For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ. 12 If any man builds on this foundation using gold, silver, costly stones, wood, hay or straw, 13his work will be shown for what it is, because the Day will bring it to light. It will be revealed with fire, and the fire will test the quality of each man's work.
Be blessed and encouraged today, it's a choice. ~Delphine
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