Prayer Requests/Praise Reports

[PinkCashmere]

Our God is an AWESOME God!
He reigns from Heaven above,
With wisdom, power, and love.
Our God is an Awesome God!

LadyAKA,
You have made the most wonderful and important decision that you could have ever made. Continue to seek the wisdom and knowledge of the Lord. You are not perfect and never will be, but you are FORGIVEN. Remember to give Him the praise when things are going good (never take Him for granted), and especially when things are not going so well and your world looks kind of cloudy. Yolanda Adams has the most beautiful song entitled - Open Up My Heart. It always inspires me. Always ask the Lord for guidance in everything that you do. Many answers you get may not be what you want to hear, but it will be exactly what you need! I could go on and on about the love of Christ, but I won't. And I'm gone...........

Sisterly,
PC

[LadyAKA]

Soror these are very nice!!

[vanda]

We have those same billboards in Chicago. they were a welcome change in the community. They replaced a lot of the ads for liquor in black neighborhoods.

[buterscotch1]

I LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT. CAN YOU TELL I LOVED IT?

Here's my testimony:

3 months ago I as laid off. I pounded the pavement for 2 months without results as the savings went from low to lower to nothing. I signed on with a "Temp" agency for an assignment that was supposed to be for 1 month. The reporting manager liked my work, so he extended my term for the duration of this year. Earlier this week the company offered me a promotion, and hired me as a full-time employee. In addition to this, I completed this semester with a 3.8 GPA (I'm also a full-time student).
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK YOU JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AKA_Monet, I'm glad you brought this thread back to the top.

[Classy_Diva5]

Originally posted by buterscotch1:
I LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT. CAN YOU TELL I LOVED IT?

Here's my testimony:

3 months ago I as laid off. I pounded the pavement for 2 months without results as the savings went from low to lower to nothing. I signed on with a "Temp" agency for an assignment that was supposed to be for 1 month. The reporting manager liked my work, so he extended my term for the duration of this year. Earlier this week the company offered me a promotion, and hired me as a full-time employee. In addition to this, I completed this semester with a 3.8 GPA (I'm also a full-time student).
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK YOU JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AKA_Monet, I'm glad you brought this thread back to the top.

Girl I can relate totally-God has been sooooo good to me! I also work full time (8-5pm) and I attend college full-time in the evenings (6-10pm). I have three more weeks until summer break, and my grades are higher than I thought I could pull off, and my co-workers are supportive, giving me a helping hand when they can. This wasn't the way I wanted to do things (both work and school), but we all know that God has a plan for us, and this is mines to endure. I give all praise unto Him because I know that without Him, I'd be lost.

Continually giving praise
Classy_Diva5

[This message has been edited by Classy_Diva5 (edited May 02, 2001).]

[AKA_Monet]

I found this topic to post this message.

I think it is uplifting!!

>"God Speaks" billboards
>
Some new billboards are getting attention in Cleveland. Some reported seeing one or two messages, but the newspaper listed all of them.
> > >
> > > Here's a list of all variations of the "God Speaks" billboards.
> > >
> > > The billboards are a simple black background with white text.
> > >
> > > No fine print or sponsoring organization is included.
> > >
> > > These are awesome...enjoy.
> > >
> > > Let's meet at my house Sunday before the game.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > C'mon over and bring the kids.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > What part of "Thou Shalt Not..." didn't you understand?
> > > -God
> > >
> > > We need to talk.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Keep using my name in vain, I'll make rush hour longer.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Loved the wedding, invite me to the marriage.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > That "Love Thy Neighbor" thing...I meant it.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > I love you and you and you and you and...
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Will the road you're on get you to my place?
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Follow me.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Big bang theory, you've got to be kidding.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > My way is the highway.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Need directions
> > > -God
> > >
> > > You think it's hot there?
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Have you read my #1 best seller? There will be a test.
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Do you have any idea where you're going?
> > > -God
> > >
> > > Don't make me come down there.
> > > -God

Send this on to someone you care about; and that would be you, and you, and you.......

[Eclipse]

Today is National Prayer Day according to the gospel station that I listened to on the way to work this morning. Has anyone every heard of it before?

Since I know there are so many praying folks up here, what do you guys think about having a group prayer at, say 1:00 Eastern (is it standard now or daylights saving--I never get it right!) Time. Add your prayer requests !!!

[Sugar_N_Spice]

You don't know how much this thread REALLY means to me. I am sitting here teary-eyed as I write this. I am currently going through some issues in my life, some of them recurring and constant, such as school, physical health, and depression, and others are new issues...It is conforting to know that I am not alone...You all have made me remember that God WILL NOT put anything in front of me that I cannot handle, even though at times life seems to be VERY UNBEARABLE--I know I can survive...

You all have made me realize the one thiing that is missing in my life--GOD/ CHURCH...I constantly put this on the back-burner, choosing to "focus" on school, but no matter how much I try, things never seem to go my way (I know, it's "God's Way", but sometimes I wish we could be thinking along the same lines...). I know that true happiness comes from within', but as much as I try to tell myself this I can never fully believe in it. I know that nothing will ever be "Perfect" in regards to my life (actually, it's too late for that)...But with the help of Jesus Christ I know I can begin to feel "Content" with what I have...I know that once I do this the other issues will fall into place...

Once again, Sisterfriends and Memberfriends, thank you for just being the supportive, caring inviduals that you are...Many of you have helped me and you don't even know it (more than you will ever know...). I ask that you keep me in your prayers and in return I will do the same...

I apologize for the length of this post but I just really needed to vent...

[Ideal08]

Originally posted by Sugar_N_Spice
things never seem to go my way (I know, it's "God's Way", but sometimes I wish we could be thinking along the same lines...).

Story of my life, I'm tellin' you. It seems that He and I are NEVER on the same page, lol. It got to the point where I was scared to make decisions, because I was scared of making a mistake. But, there's no such thing. I JUST got over this fear, ok? Like last month!

You are not alone!!!!! I'm so glad that you realize that, because THAT is the one thing that will drive you crazy! I'm glad that you are pulling up these threads! A sista is tired, ok? And I needed some motivation today!

[CkretCrush8]

I am thankful for this thread but even more thankful for what God has done in my life. I have struggled with my emotions for the majority of my life and felt that in order to be complete I needed a man, thus causing myself to fall into sin and put in compromising situations. JESUS' BLOOD truly has cleansing power. From the ministry I'm currently involved in and being an active member of two praise teams I've truly learned how to be totally and utterly complete in JESUS CHRIST!

PRAISE GOD.......

[AKAME92]

Greetings Sorors and SF'S.

I've been an observer more than a chatter. But right now I need your prayers and positive vibes. Last week, during a routine exam, my doctor found a lump in my right breast. I will be going in for an ultra sound on Christmas Eve. I still know God is in control, but your support and agreement will mean a lot.
When I know, you will know.
Thanks everyone..

[AKAtude]

Originally posted by AKAME92
Greetings Sorors and SF'S.

I've been an observer more than a chatter. But right now I need your prayers and positive vibes. Last week, during a routine exam, my doctor found a lump in my right breast. I will be going in for an ultra sound on Christmas Eve. I still know God is in control, but your support and agreement will mean a lot.
When I know, you will know.
Thanks everyone..

Soror AKAME, our prayers are with you. I hope everything works out well. We are here if you need us. Take care.

[darling1]

i am so glad that this thread was brought back into the fold. when i first read some of the posts i felt so good. i am in the midst of completing some incomplete courses and have been a bit anxious about doing so. but as it stands now i have finished 1 paper and have 3 or for more to go.

i want to share something with my sisterfriends that i know will be inspiring to some of you. last year at this time, i had a mental breakdown. this was after i had a breakthrough of some things that happened to me as a child. i spent approx. a week in a wonderful place that focused on post traumatic stress disorder. i did leave against medical orders but i felt that it was time for me to go plus i didn't want to spend christmas without my family. i tell you that was the most difficult week of my life. aside from the work that i had to do with my therapists i had to come to some tough realizations abut my family. to this day i still get sad when i think of those moments but i am reminded how God blessed me with a wonderful man who supported me unconditionally and a positive environment for me to begin to heal.

since that time i have been in therapy with a wonderful african american female psychotherapist who is compassionate, professional and truly cares for my health and well being. she was truly God sent. you see we attend the same church and i didn't know it until one day prior to me joining the church, i came to a service and i noticed her in the choir. after the service she told me that she spotted me as soon as i walked in. what's even more awesome is that prior to this day i hadn't seen her in 4 years when she treated me briefly as one of my university's psychiatrists. she had only been at my school for a semester but it was the best therapy i had received. anyway, before i left the service i told her that i will come and see her and she said that she knows i would come in my own time. and i did :-). she was the one that recommended the hospital to me and helped my husband emotionally get through such a rough time.

within a matter of 6 months after my hospitalization, i showed signs of improvement. i was told that this was remarkable especially for what i had gone through. as many of you know, i got married in may. i did so without ANY STRESS what so ever. now i am at the point where i can confront one of the people that was at the crux of 24 years of pain. i know that this is nothing but God. it was he that brought me to this point. it was his love that carried me through.

to any of you who read this know of anyone that may have gone thru what i have or are in the midst of their own struggle know that no matter what God is there with you. it may be difficult to comprehend when you are in so much pain but it was he who created us--developed our minds so that we could deal with traumatic experiences in such a way that it can protect us and allow us to go on day to day. i am really beginning to understand that. trust me folks, i have had my doubts and i still do but i am at a point where i can really FIGHT with all of my strength to keep SATAN from putting those negative thoughts in my mind. so remember that no matter how strong those negative thoughts are, deep down the positivity that has helped you to succeed is still there. tap into that small mustard seed of faith and it will lead you back to your authentic self.

with sisterly love,

THEE darling1

[CherryPepsi]

Originally posted by buterscotch1
I LOVED IT, LOVED IT, LOVED IT. CAN YOU TELL I LOVED IT?

Here's my testimony:

3 months ago I as laid off. I pounded the pavement for 2 months without results as the savings went from low to lower to nothing. I signed on with a "Temp" agency for an assignment that was supposed to be for 1 month. The reporting manager liked my work, so he extended my term for the duration of this year. Earlier this week the company offered me a promotion, and hired me as a full-time employee. In addition to this, I completed this semester with a 3.8 GPA (I'm also a full-time student).
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!THANK YOU JESUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AKA_Monet, I'm glad you brought this thread back to the top.

Praise GOD Buterscotch Praise GOD!
When I look back over my life and think things oooover!
I can truly say that I 've been blessed......

GC Peeps I know we joke and clown alot on this forum
But I love it when we stop and give God the glory on things He has done and will continue to do. I can even say now that I can praise Him even when things don't look good because just when I think I am down and out for the count, God has other plans.
God is a forgiving and understanding Father even when I don't get my way !!
whew (im done)

[Sugar_N_Spice]

Originally posted by darling1
i am so glad that this thread was brought back into the fold. when i first read some of the posts i felt so good. i am in the midst of completing some incomplete courses and have been a bit anxious about doing so. but as it stands now i have finished 1 paper and have 3 or for more to go.

i want to share something with my sisterfriends that i know will be inspiring to some of you. last year at this time, i had a mental breakdown. this was after i had a breakthrough of some things that happened to me as a child. i spent approx. a week in a wonderful place that focused on post traumatic stress disorder.

to any of you who read this know of anyone that may have gone thru what i have or are in the midst of their own struggle know that no matter what God is there with you. it may be difficult to comprehend when you are in so much pain but it was he who created us--developed our minds so that we could deal with traumatic experiences in such a way that it can protect us and allow us to go on day to day. i am really beginning to understand that. trust me folks, i have had my doubts and i still do but i am at a point where i can really FIGHT with all of my strength to keep SATAN from putting those negative thoughts in my mind. so remember that no matter how strong those negative thoughts are, deep down the positivity that has helped you to succeed is still there. tap into that small mustard seed of faith and it will lead you back to your authentic self.

with sisterly love,

THEE darling1

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for posting this message...It comforts me to know that someone else has overcome issues that are similar to my own. I am also currnetly finishing up some incompletes for some courses as a result of a long-term illness I had last year (See, we have quite a bit in common I will be e-mailing you by the end of the week, FYI). I know that if you can succeed, so can I (and everyone else)!!! Your post really made my day, and hopefully by your knowing this I will be making yours. May more blessings come to you (and all of my GC Fam!!)...You all are in my prayers...

Sisterly,
SNS