From: PreachingWoman.com http://www.preachingwoman.com Wow! Where has all the time gone? I stand in total amazement at how fast this year has progressed. The adage, "Time waits for no one" certainly bears true. How has this year been for you? Have you seen God at work like never before? Are you still standing on His promises for this to be the Year of Manifestation, (if that's what He's spoken to you)? Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93409&view=post&blogid=7636 Tue, 1 Oct 2013 00:00:00 -0400 Happy New Year! I pray that this year will be as much of a blessing for you as you can possibly stand. Last year, I stood firm on the affirmation, "It shall be well in 2012." I did so after embracing the fact that the number 12 represents order. As such, I took it personally and seriously that God would use the year 2012 to place the vital matters of my life in their rightful order. While I am still very much a work in progress, I am grateful for things lining up as well as they did in 2012. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93408&view=post&blogid=7636 Tue, 1 Jan 2013 00:00:00 -0400 don't know about anyone else, but I cannot believe the year 2012 has basically come and gone so quickly. Where did all the time go? As we ushered in the New Year, I embraced a winning attitude that proclaimed, "It SHALL be well in 2012." As such, I believed God for restoration and prosperity in every way. Now that the year is almost gone, I think now is an appropriate time to see how close we are to making the mark. Has this year been all that you wanted it to be? Did you receive your big breakthrough? Did things get better at all or are you still going in circles, facing the same problems that were there before? Find out what to do inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93407&view=post&blogid=7636 Sat, 1 Dec 2012 00:00:00 -0400 As we enter into the national tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving, I want to remind you, first of all, that every day is a day of Thanksgiving. God is just so awesome! Truly, I can empathize with whoever initiated the phrase, "If I had 10,000 tongues, I just couldn't praise Him enough." God's been just that good. He's been far better to me than I could ever be to myself. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93406&view=post&blogid=7636 Thu, 1 Nov 2012 00:00:00 -0400 I came across an interesting quote the other day that really made me think. It said, "The best way to prepare for life is to begin to live." How true! Unfortunately, far too many people cannot live life to its fullest because of their preoccupation with the stuff and things that make up the circumstances of life: challenges with finances, employment, relationships, emotions, and so much more. When we begin to feel this way, it is imperative that we remember who we are and whose we are. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93405&view=post&blogid=7636 Mon, 1 Oct 2012 00:00:00 -0400 I'm reminded of Paul's words to the church at Philippi in Philippians 3:14, "I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus." We know that Paul's ultimate goal is to become so close to Jesus that he can empathize with what our savior felt in the process of going to Calvary. At the same time, his words offer encouragement as we press toward our destiny. This month, I'd like to offer three nuggets that will help us press for success: Press up, press in and press on. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93404&view=post&blogid=7636 Sat, 1 Sep 2012 00:00:00 -0400 It's always a joy and an honor to present insight on ways to help you reach your greatest potential in the Lord. I am fully persuaded that God desires for you to win. The Word of God is full of reassurance of this fact. But how does one move from dream to destiny? Well, there are a number of steps that must be taken. Perhaps one of the most profound that we must realize is that it's a team effort. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93403&view=post&blogid=7636 Sun, 1 Jul 2012 00:00:00 -0400 I will admit that this month's topic is something I probably thought I'd never actually write about...at least not anytime soon. But after reading a blog entitled, "Can God Use a Divorced Person," I felt compelled to share my story. I felt this way because I thought the title of the blog that I saw was really not the smartest question to ask. Yet, when I thought about the many feelings I had as I was going through my own divorce, I could wholeheartedly empathize. [And, whether we like it or not, divorce is a reality, even in the Body of Christ.] Thus, this blog is written to serve as a source of strength to those who may be feeling guilty, indecisive, confused, or whatever way as a result of the issue of divorce. So, in response to the question, "Can God Use a Divorced Person," my answer is an absolute yes. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93402&view=post&blogid=7636 Fri, 1 Jun 2012 00:00:00 -0400 Once again, I count it a privilege and an honor to share with you this month. You may recall that at the beginning of this year, I made a declaration of, "It shall be well in 2012." I meant that from the bottom of my heart. And although I am walking in total anticipation, I must tell you that I am in complete awe of what our Heavenly Father has already done for His children in the first quarter of the year. I have seen people receive a new lease on life through gainful employment, restored relationships and business breakthroughs. As for me personally, God has enlarged my territory in such a way that things that I've been in prayer about for years are now at my fingertips. How great is our God! http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93401&view=post&blogid=7636 Tue, 1 May 2012 00:00:00 -0400 The bells and whistles have all sounded their alarms. It is February 1, 2012, the first day of Black History month! Yessssss!!!! I can't wait to see what's being posted out in Cyber Space to commemorate this most noteworthy time of year. Yet, when I open my browser, I cannot believe my eyes. Find out more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93400&view=post&blogid=7636 Thu, 2 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0400 By the grace of God, we have made it to see yet another year. TO GOD BE THE GLORY! Now that the New Year has been ushered in, I have to tell you that I've made it a practice over the last several years not to make New Year's resolutions. After all, how many of us can honestly say that we've made resolutions and really stuck to them? I'll be honest enough to tell you I've never been in that number. I'm at a point in my life where I don't feel the need to make New Year's resolutions. Find out why inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93399&view=post&blogid=7636 Sun, 1 Jan 2012 00:00:00 -0400 With that being said, it's amazing to me that this Step to Destiny simply says, "Deal With Obstacles." As much as I would like to say that life will always be a simplistic journey with no bumps, bruises, curves or pitfalls along the way, I think we've all lived long enough to know that such is just not reality. We face all kinds of obstacles from day to day, with some being more painful and challenging than others. I think this is a fact of life that we need to remember, particularly as we embark upon a brand new year. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93398&view=post&blogid=7636 Thu, 1 Dec 2011 00:00:00 -0400 "I am learning all the time. The tombstone will be my diploma." The legendary Eartha Kitt's most profound words give added credibility to the fact that the continuing education process is an essential element to reaching one's life destiny. Simply put, learning is a part of life that should never end until life is over. "I am learning all the time. The tombstone will be my diploma." The legendary Eartha Kitt's most profound words give added credibility to the fact that the continuing education process is an essential element to reaching one's life destiny. Simply put, learning is a part of life that should never end until life is over. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93397&view=post&blogid=7636 Sat, 1 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Nowadays, there are different names for coaches. While the most common kind of coach is a life coach, there are others to include career coach, public relations coach, fitness coach, empowerment coach, business coach, relationship coach, executive coach, lifestyle and etiquette coach, credit coach, finance coach, fashion/imaging coach, among many others. I've even branded myself as a destiny coach. In short - as you can probably tell by some of the names of the various kinds of coaches - a coach is one who has established him/herself as an expert in their chosen area and subsequently shares that expertise with others that need help in that area. But how does one identify a coach? How do you know who to trust? How much are the services? Find out more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93396&view=post&blogid=7636 Sat, 1 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0400 you cannot give up on your way to destiny. You may have to take a detour. You may even have to create a whole new path. You may have to stop and get a tune-up. You may have to stop and have an evaluation. That's okay. Do what you have to do. But after you've done what you need to do, I dare you to get back up. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=93395&view=post&blogid=7636 Fri, 1 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0400 God wants His people to be healthy in every aspect of life. This is what He means in 3 John 2, "Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth." What many people fail to realize is that prosperity is not exclusive to money; it further covers our relationships, our businesses, our professions, our families and our spiritual lives. But note that the second part of that clause says, "...and be in health." This suggests that the prosperity and the good health go hand in hand. What a shame it would be if we do all that we can to achieve an optimal life, but lack excellent health! Would we be able to totally enjoy the benefit of the blessings that God has in store for us? Find out inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=74033&view=post&blogid=7636 Tue, 1 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0400 Here's wishing season's greetings to you and yours during this most hallowed time of the year! As we explore this 5th step to destiny, I have to ask a simple, yet thought-provoking question: who's in your circle? In other words, who do you allow to be a consistent part of your surroundings as you press your way towards destiny? Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=71488&view=post&blogid=7636 Wed, 1 Dec 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Peace and blessings are wished upon you in the name of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. While I am very excited about each of the 10 Steps to Destiny that I've been sharing, I am especially excited about Step #4: Work With Your Gifts. And when I say "gifts" I am referring to spiritual gifts. This is exciting to me because it's an awesome thing to see the Word of God in action; to see people who are clearly operating in the gifts that God has given them. http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=70951&view=post&blogid=7636 Mon, 1 Nov 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Grace and peace be unto you again, my dear sisters (and brothers) in the Lord! As we continue on the "10 Steps to Destiny series", let me briefly remind you of the first two steps. Number one was to understand the concept of destiny. You absolutely must know that destiny is a predetermined part of your life, and that God has equipped you to reach it. This truth points us to the second step, which is to have faith. What would our lives be without it? I submit to you that we'd merely be going through the motions without an ounce of hope for a brighter day. And as Christians, we should already know that there is no way we can please our Heavenly Father without faith (Hebrews 11:6). Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=70391&view=post&blogid=7636 Fri, 1 Oct 2010 00:00:00 -0400 A major part of my life's purpose is to encourage others. After experiencing and overcoming some of the most devastating disappointments one could imagine, I survived. But I didn't survive for my own benefit alone. No, now I must do all I can to help you understand that you can survive as well. Not only can you survive, but you can also thrive! Find out how inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=69707&view=post&blogid=7636 Wed, 1 Sep 2010 00:00:00 -0400 A major part of my life's purpose is to encourage others. After experiencing and overcoming some of the most devastating disappointments one could imagine, I survived. But I didn't survive for my own benefit alone. No, now I must do all I can to help you understand that you can survive as well. Not only can you survive, but you can also thrive! Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=69158&view=post&blogid=7636 Sun, 1 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0400 It is a joy and a blessing to once again greet my preachingwoman.com family. Last month, we talked about embracing destiny by overcoming poor self esteem. This month, we will focus on the similar topic of, "Overcoming Negative Words From Others." I am a fairly young woman, and those of you from my generation can probably relate to the adage that says, "Sticks and stones may break my bones but names will never hurt me." Lord, I don't know who created that quote but I have found that to be so not true. Words have so much power, and as Christians, we need to be very cognizant of and selective about the things that we allow people to speak into our lives. This also holds true for our children because they will take on whatever attributes we speak into them. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=68422&view=post&blogid=7636 Thu, 1 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0400 How does one overcome abuse and poor self esteem? First, as children of God, we must understand that regardless of what others think of us, we are very precious in the sight of God. We understand that He loved us enough to give up the greatest sacrifice by sending His son, Jesus Christ, to die for our sins. But He also loves us so much that He already has a blueprint for His children. We know this from His Word as shown in Jeremiah 29:11. He has plans for us to have a hope and a future. He thinks good thoughts toward of us; thoughts of peace, not thoughts of evil. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=67218&view=post&blogid=7636 Mon, 7 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Once again, I am excited to meet you here at preachingwoman.com. Over the past two months, we've talked about this phenomenon called destiny. We've already established that it is a very integral part of life for those who choose to embrace it. But we also established that sometimes there are obstacles that stop us from actively pursuing our destiny. So, this month, we will address the first of the obstacles that we identified last month: fear. Read more inside! http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=66467&view=post&blogid=7636 Thu, 1 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0400 Life's adverse situations have caused many a believer to accept the downs of life as the final verdict over the jurisdiction of our lives. This is not just a mere statement; this is something I know for myself. When you have given and given and given all that you have and then find that the very essence of who you are and what you have done is all on the ground, there is a feeling of defeat that can penetrate your soul to the point where you may never feel any self-worth again, let alone that there is an appointment with destiny. Read more inside... http://www.preachingwoman.com/Destiny-Diva?articleid=65678&view=post&blogid=7636 Mon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0400