Relationship 101

I wouldn't say I am an expert in giving relationship advice, but there are some things I think are important to know.

I was recently reading an article on the news about a 31-year woman who was not only killed by her ex-boyfriend but dismembered as well. It just doesn't make sense. It was not the first time he had physically abused her, why did she think it was going to be the last? Especially as her ex. Remember folk, all it takes is one second to take your life away, and if you add anger in the mix, the time decreases to a millisecond. Ladies (and gentlemen);if you let someone get away with hurting you, and come back to them, the take-home message is: I am your slave.


1) If you don't think highly of yourself, no one will.
2) If you have to give and give and give to get something that you deserve (e.g. respect), you're never going to get it. Respect should be given freely, not bought.
3) If you don't know what you're worth, any price will do.
4) Contrary to popular belief, the [constant]emotional roller coasters are not healthy, or cool.
5) Do not EVER think you can change somebody...permanently.
6) If your significant other feels comfortable constantly embarrassing you in private, don't think much will change in public.


I am sure you've this many times: (If I have learned anything, it is important to CARE)

1. Constantly communicate- a must
2. Affirm one another- a must
3. Respect---important is an understatement
4. Encourage and support- important




1 Corinthians 13.

STILL ALIVE!!! :)

It's been an amazing start to the new year so far!
New semester.
New outlook on life.
And new goals.

I am disappointed though that I have failed to keep up with this religiously, but things just.got.hectic. Many new testimonies of course: from last semester, to safe travels all over, etc.

Interested in doing mission work...on a cruise? (check: http://www.adventistyouth.org/cwm/)

I have the coolest people in my life. fyi. Praise God.

Isaiah 41:10

Bump on the Road

This, I have got to say, is probably the hardest semester I have ever experienced. 5 classes, filled with out-of-class work, not to mention work and other commitments. It is now week 10, and I AM STILL trying to find motivation! God has been so good. When I look back, I still don't know how I was able to make it these past 10 weeks, and now we're down to 6, and I am worried as a I. do. not. know. what. I honestly believe this is one of those trials that James talks about in his first chapter..You know, the ones that are meant to test your patience, and your faith. Yup, that's it; and believe when I say that I feel like I currently may be feeling like the double minded man who feels unstable right now (faith is lacking!!!).

So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.

So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built it. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!

Bump on the Road

This, I have got to say, is probably the hardest semester I have ever experienced. 5 classes, filled with out-of-class work, not to mention work and other commitments. It is now week 10, and I AM STILL trying to find motivation! God has been so good. When I look back, I still don't know how I was able to make it these past 10 weeks, and now we're down to 6, and I am worried as a I. do. not. know. what. I honestly believe this is one of those trials that James is talking about in his first chapter..You know, the ones that are meant to test your patience, and your faith. Yup, that's it; and believe when I say that I feel like I currently may be feeling like the double minded man who feels unstable right now (faith is lacking!!!).
So I am sitting here- knowing full well that the God I serve is a mighty God, while my mind is aware of that, it hasn't transitioned to my faith. Because every now and then, I look ahead, and see this huge mountain, and trips over....but how long is that going to go? If you are reading this right now, please pray for miracles!!! I really just need to make it this semester and I know everything else will fall into place. I have soooooooooooooooooo many commitments on my plate (leading a spiritual group on campus, doing work for a prof, working with another spiritual group on campus, 5 classes, and outside commitment dealing with those classes. I am happy that Thanksgiving break is around the corner. Maybe I'll get some time to take a deep breath? I pray so.
So here's the deal: Starting tomorrow (well today). I am going to give God 3 HOURS of my time throughout the day. This mountain has GOT to get out of my way and the only way to get it out of the way is to call on the One who built them. Here's how this is going to work. First week of November: (Monday-Tuesday)- 6am-7am, 11:45am-12:45pm, 10-11pm (Wednesday-Thursday)- 6am-8am, 11-45am-12:45pm (Friday)- 6am-7am, 10-midnight In total, I will be giving God 15 hours of my time this week. I am confident by faith that I WILL HAVE A TESTIMONY BY THE END OF THIS SEMESTER. COUNT ON IT!!!!

Prayer and Full Surrender

This is so sad. It's been a whoooollle month and some change since I've been on here. Lots and lots have been happening. Week 4 of school is upon us, and mer.cy.! But thankfully, week 4 is starting on an awesome note :) so Praise God. Anyways, so today I was reading E.M. Bounds on Prayer's "Prayer and Full Surrender" chapter. I honestly think sometimes that we are afraid fully surrender because of the power that God will bestow on us. Isn't that sad? Here are a few quotes that stood out to me: "Jesus learned obedience in the school of suffering. At the same time, He learned prayer in the school of obedience" (p. 163) "If the will of God does not master the life, the praying will be nothing but sickly sentiment. If payer does not inspire, sanctify, and direct our work, then self-will enters and ruins both the work and the worker" (p. 164). "Faith is the fruit of prayer" (p. 164) "The lack of obedience in our lives breaks down our pryaing. Quite often our lives are in rebellion. This places us where praying is almost impossible, except for pardoning mercy" (p. 165). E.M. BOUNDS ON PRAYER. GET THE BOOK!!!!!

a whole new year.

This past weekend marked a whole new year since I started my whole new journey. And to sum it all up- it's been a very great and blessed journey. There were challenges and mountains to confront and climb but there is no doubt that the positives, the highlights outweigh these challenges. :) Umm, where should I start? Well, as previously stated this summer turned out to be sooooo much better than I had expected. I would've never thought. I came to grad school knowing only a handful of friends and family and I feel like I left with a family :). I am thankful for the people that God has placed in my life. I am always thankful for them. God has always place people in my life--and always the right ones. I feel so privileged to have such an amazing support group at all times. God opened so many doors and I pray that I will be able to follow through in all of them. Continue to keep me in your prayers..and I will do the same. I like this song :)

Let Us Worship

Okay, Fridays are NOT supposed to be this hectic...right? ...in fact, what happened to a restful Sabbath? My gracious! So much to get done for the Sabbath...Mer.cy. Some things need to change, because I can not be running around so much on Fridays to get ready for the Sabbath! Maybe I should start preparing for the Sabbath once the sun goes down on the Sabbath...ummmm. (Yea we talked about this in SS once...)

Anyways, just wanted to share this song. I started my day with it. Very awesome.

Dear Tye Tribbett,

I'd love to meet you one day!! :)