Lele
Monday, December 24, 2012
My keeper
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Renewed mind
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Hope
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ThAnkfulness
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Worry
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No more guilt!
God sees the best
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Use you!
Release
Sober minded
Working in you
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Trust
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God chooses.leaders
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Never alone
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Gratitude
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Gratitude
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Words
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Popularity
Faith
Thursday, December 20, 2012
Encouragement
Monday, October 1, 2012
He Has You
Friday, May 18, 2012
Love!
Saturday, May 5, 2012
He's faithful!!!
Trust the faithfulness of God. He is your support. Supports don't move; they stay in place. This should give us a confidence. Regardless of what the situation. He will remain and His word stands true! Amen!
Tuesday, April 10, 2012
Pursue!
Friday, March 23, 2012
Obey!!!
Thursday, March 22, 2012
We are in war!!
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Wise Counsel!
Friday, March 16, 2012
Stand!
Thursday, March 15, 2012
Be positive!!
Friday, March 9, 2012
Women's Friendships....My Girlfriend --Maria!
Meet my friend, Maria....I want to tell you about my friend, Maria. I will share a little about our friendship. God used Maria’s daughter to unite us. It was through work relationship with her daughter, Lupe who worked part-time at my job. Lupe was smart, respectful and loved kids. She was actually the only teenager I ever wanted to babysit my boys. I was never a huge fan of teenage babysitters. I had heard Lupe talk about her family and knew that my kids would be great with her.
I asked Lupe if she could watch the boys, I could tell Lupe was from a great family. The day arrived and I am to drop off kids at the Perez family home with Lupe. This was a weird thing for me to do, drop them off at a stranger’s house. I drove up running late and guess what? Lupe wasn't there!. A very friendly Mexican lady with lots of life answers door, says hello to me, hugs and kisses, me and the boys. I knew Maria was going to be a new friend! She said Lupe was running late, but the boys would be fine with her until she got there. Why was I totally comfortable with this? Not the norm for me! She knew the boys names and our entire family. Obviously, Lupe had told her everything! She was super sweet. That is how our friendship started with one babysitting job for Lupe. I don’t think we even paid her. The boys LOVED Lupe!! All they wanted to know when I picked them up was when they could go back to the Perez’s house.
After that I randomly, started stopping over to see Maria and just chilling out with her. We would just cuddle on the sofa with blankets and talk "girl talk." She was safe with me and I was safe with her. We didn’t go the same church and she was ahead of me parenting. She had children in college. We laughed and just enjoyed each others company. Willie didn’t have a clue who the Perez’s were but soon he was involved too. Then we started doing family stuff together. Willie fell in love with them! He even became the high school girls "personal trainer" for track. He was a very hard trainer. Those girls suffered! Then he started randomly stopping by the Perez house. Pedro, Maria’s husband was glad to see Willie, now there was a man on the scene. There were 5 women in the Perez home!
We did picnics together, boat rides, bonfires and just family hang time. They even threw me a Mexican birthday party with songs in Spanish and lots of Mexican food! My kids love the Perez’s to this day. They are just a wild and crazy family, there house was always bustling, with adults, kids, laughter and plain family chaos.
Maria became more than my friend but my sister. I have since then walked with Maria from a distance through a tragic accident with her daughter, Carmen who is currently in a life care center. God has used this family tremendously during this very difficult time with their daughter Carmen to impact the life of many families. They have seen many miracles and know it is a miracle that Carmen is still with them! Maria thanks God daily!
I realized what a God special bond with Maria and I when we went to visit Washington State after Carmen’s accident. Maria was taking her first trip away from Carmen since the accident and told me she was really relieved that I would be in town part of the time she was gone. She knew I would go see Carmen, pray over her and pray for her. That was so true and that's exactly what I did.
I have often encouraged Maria in the Lord, sharing scripture and praying for her and her family. Maria for me was just a girl who I could be myself with and she took care of me, when I didn’t always do that for myself. She would even give me home pedicures. Washing my feet even as Jesus did! She has an amazing servants heart. I love her she was a safe place that I could just run away from hubby, kids and mom to just relax and laugh. She would drop everything and just chill with me. It was where she was in life and I SO needed that!
Many God moments with the Perez family happened! Recently, Maria's youngest daughter put on my facebook page.."Today in church our priest asked us if we remember the first people that brought us to Christ and before he finished his sentence, I thought of you. Thank you so much for starting one of the best and most rewarding journeys ever I will endure. I love you very much and miss you tons!" I remember that day that God allowed me to share Christ with Veronica in my living room! That was a great God moment with that family!
Maria still tells me how she misses my random stops by her home. I would always knock on the door once and walk in. Their dog(Chester) would run out door and run away (every time). We would typically let the dog run way and do nothing but laugh. We would let someone else most often, her husband go after him. I would always over stay her house too long. The phone would ring, I would see it was Willie and say, “Oh my, gotta go!” One time he even came by and said, " I knew you were here!"
I love Maria, and 11 years later I still consider Maria my friend and sister! All it takes is a phone call, skype or a visit and we pick right up where we left off! I know that Maria's friendship has made a difference in my life and the life of my family. Thank you Jesus for Maria!!!
Maria's thoughts on our friendship.. She is amazing , caring and fun friend! I remember when she and her friend, Arlene invited us to dinner, what was crazy about this was they were making a Chinese stir fry and they didn't have a recipe... Then it was our turn, we invited them over to dinner and that was the beginning of a great friendship. What I loved about Lisa was she was the one friend who dropped by unannounced and would stay until Willie or the boys called asking if she was there. We would just talk and make plans for whatever we needed to do. I loved how she told my husband, "Maria is coming with me!" No questions asked! I loved how we always managed to have fun. It was always wild and crazy but fun. I love how God puts friends in our lives that we need. To this day Lisa is there for me, even from a distance, she always calls me when I need her, like someone tells her," your friend needs you now" and she calls, I love knowing she is always just a phone call away. And watch out when she visits that is a whirlwind, with tons of fun! love my friend Lisa!!!!!
Ecclesiastes 4:9-10 NIV
Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their work; If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up!
Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Victory!!!
Friday, March 2, 2012
God's Word!!
Monday, February 27, 2012
Success is from the Lord!!!
Success! All successes should be attributed to God. We are able to accomplish nothing without God. When man gives accolades for something you do always remember to give glory to God. We were created for his worrkmanship!
Saturday, February 25, 2012
Slow Down
Friday, February 24, 2012
I love my girlfriends!!!
Perhaps because I grew up with mostly males in my neighborhood and have always been surrounded by boys and men. I am not sure if the trouble with women's friendship is a result of bad experiences, time issues, not wanting to vulnerable or just simply not liking people. I do know that God can help you with all of that. You can be free from that and learn to enjoy the girls in your life. God uses friendships to grow us! If you choose to open your heart up to it. God did not mean for anyone to be without friendships. And girls need girls! I don't know, I just enjoy girls and have so much fun with my girlfriends!
The thing I think that helps me the most with friendships is just being me. I am the same no matter what environment I am in!!! I am a Jesus loving freak at home, work, church or with my friends! I am just ME at all times. I don’t feel the pressure to be anything but who God wants me to be at all times. I don’t change when certain people are around, nor do I treat my friends differently when others are around. God created me to be me and I am comfortable being me. I think that takes a lot of pressure off.
I have some of the most amazing girlfriends too! I have a few girls that are very close to me....whom I share some very personal stuff with. These girls are the ones who pray for me and encourage me on the days that life have seemed too tough. I even have a few girls who speak into my life and don't sugar coat it! They push me to do what God has called me to do. Some of these same girls are the reason why I am the woman of God I am today. I don't even see them often or talk to them daily, but they have blessed my life tremendously.
One of the things I love about my girl friends is that they enjoy each other when we all get together. I remember a going a way party when Willie was in the Marines. I invited all my friends, some were from church, bible studies, work, kid's schools, etc. They all knew each other because they heard me talking about each other to each other. It was an amazing time of fellowship. I kept hearing, "oh you are ....., Lisa talks about you." It was hilarious! That was 15 years ago and some of them still tell me I saw....so and so the other day...you know the one who was at your going away party.
I believe you can have different types of friendships in your life. For me I just open myself up and it happens. I have lots of different friends too, young and old and all ethnicities too! I learn a lot from my friends. I have learned how to cook different foods, and have different cultural experiences because of my friends. We are all unique and can learn a lot from each other as women.
I am one of those girls who can pretty much get along with anyone. I have even been accused of seeing something good in everyone. Not may people annoy me. I must admit there have been a few, but normally I get over myself, see them the way Jesus does and love them. Oh and if you annoy me I will probably tell you what is annoying me.
I believe you have to be honest with of your friends and allow them to be honest with you. If you want to maintain friendships you can't offend easily and be careful not to offend others. You can always tell when you offend someone too, so don't try to pretend you don't know. Go to the person and make it right. I would hope if I offend a friend they would tell me. Trust me, I have been there before. I just apologized and we moved on.
I just want to be a godly example to any girl who steps in my life. Most of my friends know I love the Lord my God with all my heart, soul and mind. I am not ashamed of the gospel or to share it. I believe in obedience and believe the Word is to grow you, correct and restore. If you step into my circle. I am bringing the Word and bringing it hard!
I believe the Word of God commands obedience out of love for the ones whom He has saved. Those who are close to me know I will correct you with the Word! So if you want to be my friend be ready to grow and be challenged. I am sure this has kept some away....oh well...that's me! I don't judge people but will speak truth to them and expect people to speak truth to me.
I love my friends and want them to be all God wants them to be. I have just learned that friendships are not about me but others. I do not mind sharing my life with others. I believe it is part of the ministry God has given me. My life does not belong to me but God. I want to use it for his Glory! I believe friendships with my girlfriends is one of the ways he can be glorified. I want to be a living epistle for my Lord and I can't do that if I don't open my life up to those around me.
You are God's!
You are His! Thank u Father that you belong to Him. Your life was intentional! You were hand chosen by God & knitted in your mother's womb before the earth was even formed. He knew the pathway for your life. You have purpose, live for Him and walk in that purpose!
Thursday, February 23, 2012
Wisdom
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Watch!
Tuesday, February 21, 2012
Focus on Eternity
Monday, February 20, 2012
Surprise, Temptation Happens!
Sunday, February 19, 2012
You are my help!
Saturday, February 18, 2012
A Post I Wrote for the Sisterhood Blog on October 10, 2012
So, I happen to be one of those girls who loves to write my prayers, it really helps me focus and not be all over the place. It is also a great way for me to leave “footprints” for my grandkids. I am hoping one of them will enjoy trying to decipher (my handwriting’s a mess) some of my journals and learn something about prayer and God. One day, I did my normal prayer journaling in the morning and it was later that night when I went back and read what I had prayed and I was blown away! I will tell you what happened before I tell you what I prayed.
Okay, so I am on my way out the doors of church when I was approached by another person who told me they had someone they wanted me to talk to, encourage, and pray with. Of course, I never would turn that down, it’s what I love to do! I returned to my office to meet with this young lady. It was an incredible experience! I was pretty excited about what God did during our time together. On the way home, I knew that this had been a divine appointment.
For some reason, on the drive home I started thinking about what I had prayed for that morning. I could not wait to get home to see what I had prayed because the experience had been so unbelievable. I raced to my journal just to see what I had asked for. I opened my journal and could not believe the prayer I had prayed. “Lord, I desire to be used more by you, I am available, I desire to be your hands and your feet. I desire to do ministry to broken girls and women. You said you would give us our heart’s desire. I ask you to put ministry in my hands.”
It was just mind boggling to me what God had done! He had answered my prayer so quickly. All because I asked according to His will and made myself available. We are His and have been created to do the works that he has prepared far in advance. Girls, I challenge you to ask God to use you daily and make yourself available to do what you are created to do. We can make a big difference in our world! We are Sisterhood!
Birthed during the 21 Days of Fasting and Prayer!
2-18-2012
Your walk and your talk should be equal. May the life that you live reflect your salvation. There should not be a difference in your profession of faith and the way you live. People should not wonder if you are a Christian when they hear you speak or see your actions. Your behavior should reflect your Lord and Savior.
Response from a special young man in my life"thank you Mrs. Lisa for all the things you send me everyday and keeping me in your prayers. Your words have up lifted me and helped me so much. I read and reflect on your words everyday. As soon as I read them .I share them with a friend every time I get one. Thanks to you again so much for always being here for me through everything. I love you too and again thank you for everything you have helped me change my life for the better and I know I can always count on you."
2-17-2012
Your story is His story! So do not be ashamed of your story. Others may want to know more about Christ after hearing our testimonies. The way God helps us with our struggles can be an encouragement to others. Let's give God some glory by sharing our story!
2-16-2012
Submit to authority and do what is asked of those over you, unless you are asked to do something immoral or illegal. David respected Sauls authority though he tried ti kill him. God allows leaders to lead god is just and leaders will be held accountable for ht eway they treat your. Love and pray for the. God's in charge!
2-15-2012
Be hones! Do not lie to your friends. Speak truth from God's word to them. The word of God is to show us what is wrong, to correct us and to prepare and equip us to do good works. If you really love someone you will tell them the truth, not lie to them. Thank God that he gives us truths so we can have abundant lives!
2-14-2012
You are not alone! You may or may not get a Valentine today, but remember the greatest gift you have ever received is the Fathers love. Do not forget to celebrate that today!. He is our Valentine to those of us who believe. So it a a Happy Valentine!
2-13-2012
We all need friends. Do not try to do life without them! Jesus had friends. One of hte enemies schemes is to isolate. Invite the right people into your world.Godly friends give good advice. Today pray that God would bring right friends into your life or thank him for your godly friendships.
2-11-2012
God is our source! Do not look to any other source than the Lord. The Bible says to seek Him first and everything else will be added Most times we see the everything else first.We end up in a mess, then we look to him as the source to get out the mess. Look to God first for help and notice the difference.
2-10-2012
We are safe! God is our protection. He knows our every move, in fact He orders our steps. We are safe in Christ, so do not live in fear. Live in His presence. No one can remove us from His care. Live in this Confidence!
2-09-2012
Watch your thoughts! It is important to guard your mind. Feelings and actions tend to follow our thoughts. Choose to change/exchange wrong thoughts with those that are good, pure, true and lovely. It will effect the way you feel. Think what God thinks about yourself, and others and your situation... which is always good!
2-8-2012
We will trust! Remember to trust God with every detail of your life. He cares and wants to help us. We are not alone. Do not worry or fear, it does not help at all. Give our concerns to God and believe that he has our best interest at heart.
2-7-2012
Promotion. Do not worry about mean's promotion. Know that God is the one that truly promotes. Do what is right in whatever position you are in. Do not try to please man, but please God He see what you do! He will exalt you! When he promotes no man can demote; Be content where you are until God moves you!
2-6-2012
Watch your tongue! The word we speak have power. Make sure the words you say about yourself and your circumstance are God's promises. The words we speak to other should build up and not tear down. Speak lie to those in our world. We will see the fruit of what we speak!
2-5-2012
Love others! when you are wronged do not pay back a wrong with a wrong. Our God is a God of Justice! God rewards kindness. Love never fails.
2-4-2012
Choose to walk in joy today! Be glad in the Lord because He has done great things for you. Thank him! He is the lifter of our heads. The joy of the Lord is your strength.
2-3-2012
Know who you are! Do not wear labels others have given you. you have been adopted by the Kings of Kings! You are the Kings Child through Christ Jesus! You are royalty and that's how God views you Walk it out today!
2-2-2012
Talk to Go! Prayer is an important part of our walk with God. Make time each hour today to just whisper something to God. You don't even have to step away do it wherever you are are. Bible says He's listening!
2-1-2012
Thank you that we have hope! We do not have to put our hope in temporary things. When things look dim through our eyes, remember our eternal hope in Christ Jesus. In that we can be confident!
1-31-2012
Share Jesus! Do not be ashamed of the message of Christ. It is that message that has brought us freedom from death. Let someone else know that they can walk in freedom too! We are are alive!
1-30-2012
Thank you God that you have the pathway for my life. I might have many plans but my steps are ordered by you. Lord I choose to walk in obedience to you!
1-29-2012
Trust God! Do not rely on your won understanding or reasoninh. We can believe He is who he says he is and does what he says he will do. He is trustworthy and he will never change. Now that you can rely on.
1-28-2012
H takes care of you! God is your Provider. Remember He will supply all your need according to His glorious riches. As a believe you will not lack anything that is good for you. Trust and believe these truths today regardless of how you fell!
1-27-2012
Praise God today for who He is! He is Lord of our lives. Recognize Him today and Bless His Name Brag on Him today. Realize it is not all about you but Him!
1-26-2012
Know who you are! You have been chosen by God before the beginning of times. Believe you are special to God and you are here for His purpose. God really does delight in you!
1-25-2012
Today do not focus on what you do not have or feel you need. Be thankful for what you have. Give thanks to God today for saving you and everything else He has done for you. Your heart will be filled with joy!
1-24-2012
Always do what is right, though at times it may feel as if doing what is right doesn't work. Put your trust in God, in His timing you will see the benefits of doing the the right thing. Do not give up!
1-23-2012
Forgive others, and don't hold grudges. It hurts you more than them. Stop thinking about wrongs done to you. Your God is a God of Justice and he will settle accounts in His timing. Choose to forgive today!
1-22-2012
Isn't it good to know that God's love is so great. No stupid thing we say or do, nothing anyone accuses us of or no matter if we drew back from Him...nothing can separate us from His love. Live in that!
1-21-2012
Ask God for wisdom before making commitments. If we consult Him first we can be sure the outcome will be good! God never fails!
1-20-2012
God is seeking a man after His own heart . Know the heart of God by reading the Word of God Lord make my heart like yours!
1-19-2012
Remember the things you see are temporary but the things you do not see last forever . So make and eternal difference in someone's life today.
1-18-2012
May God give you supernatural wisdom and insight today. May his love abound in you. You are loved!
1-17-2012
Be filled with Joy today! The joy of the Lord is your strength!
Books I Recommend
- Power of A Praying Parent
- Power of a Praying Wive
- Under Authority, John Bevere
- Release of the Spirit, Watchman Nee
- He Speaks to Me, Priscilla Shirer
Favorites
- Jesus Christ!
- My Family
- Celebration Church, Jacksonville Florida
CD's I Recommend
- Tamela Mann Take Me to the King
- Cody Holley's Saturate