According to Merriam-Webster’s definition of blessing, it’s: 1 a: the act or words of one that blesses: approval, encouragement; 2: a thing conducive to happiness or welfare; 3: grace said at a meal. But as a Christian, what do you think a blessing is? Is it really something even close to our own personal happiness or welfare? Do everything have to go our way in order for us to think how blessed we are? The Apostle James said, ‘Blessed is the man who endures temptation; for when he has been approved, he will receive the crown of life which the Lord has promised to those who love Him.” Maybe the issue isn’t with what we don’t but what we already have. We get caught up in either trying to keep up with the Jones or being jealous of them that we don’t realize that what we already have are blessings from God. Some people do seem to have it all but can’t we recognize that what we have may be all we need? Our health and our families are the best blessings that we will ever receive, but add in the good paying jobs, homes and cars, we tend to think we are at the top. Yet, we can lose them all. Job did. But Job never lost his trust and faith in God, despite what his wife and friends said. Elihu stood by Job. People still think that if a person is going through something, he must have done something really bad and that God must be punishing them. Everyone is going through something, don’t let the flash fool you. It’s how we get through the trials and storms. The sun shines and the rain falls on the rich and poor, the well and sick, and the good and the bad. Know this! With God all things are possible. Merry Christmas, my friends!
Sometimes, we tend to find excuses for the things that don't work out for us. We tend to blame others instead of taking responsibility for our actions, which only elevates the excuses. This behavior also applies to standing up for what is right. We often remain silent and wait for someone else to take the initiative instead of holding ourselves accountable. "What's your excuse, now?" is about empowering ourselves to make choices that will help us feel comfortable and confident in our skin.
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Wednesday, December 7, 2011
100 Black Men of Greater Columbia, Inc.
This was the 12th Annual Event of elegance honoring the men, women, and sponsors supporting young African-American and minority men. The gala was held Friday, December 2, 2011. Through mentoring, educational, economic, and health awareness opportunities, the volunteers gave their personal time to show ways of making a positive contribution to the world we live in. This concept started in 1963 in New York when a concerned group of Black men met to look at ways of improving conditions in the community. Now the program has expanded throughout the United States with the same mission. It was a classy black tie event with some of our movers and shakers in attendance, as well as, many of them being members. It was a marvelous affair. 13 Scholarships were awarded this year! These men sacrificed their time to help our youth when they are needed most.
December 7, 1941!
The bombing of Pearl Harbor, a day which will live in infamy! You know the rest! Don't let commercialism make you forget! The USS Arizona is still crying after 70 years. Little known facts about African-Americans role in Pearl Harbor.
Tuesday, December 6, 2011
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