Every now and then, our company has this “Crazy Day”. Everybody will have to dress up on a theme that will be agreed. Last month, my team Cross Dressed. The guys wore ladies clothes and the girls wore guy’s clothes. I never expected it to be so much fun. It was a consequence for not meeting a quota but turned out to be so much fun. This month, I am crossing my fingers and praying that we meet our target or else we will all have another Crazy Day. I am not being negative or something, but as early as now, I am thinking on what our next theme would be. If this is a consequence then at least we make it twice as fun as the first time. I am thinking of having Brady Bunch Costumes for this month. Well, in case. But of course, I would still prefer that we hit our target and don’t have to through the Crazy Day instead get rewarded. In life, we can never have everything our way. And the best way to deal with it is to enjoy it and turn that unhappy feeling into something positive by being grateful of the things that we have instead rather than whining about it which would definitely not able to help you get out of that mess. Lesson learned…Happiness is still a choice! I’m sticking to it.

If I am to get my life ensured now, and I take the Insurance exam, I am surely to fail. Not that I am suicidal or something. I simply mean, would stress make you fail in that life insurance test they will conduct before they grant you your insurance? I don’t know. But it being stressed is part of it, I am so busted. I heard there are some Life Insurance company that has No Medical Exam Life Insurance required. Then let’s go for it. Have ourselves insured. I used to be confident before that let the future take care of itself. But honestly, I am not sure anymore. I hope I’d get that confidence back. I want to be accountable for everything that is going on with me right now. I don’t want to point fingers to people behind me, in front of me or the person beside me. In the test of life, you should be accountable with every decision you make whether they give out a positive or negative result. It was you who took the test in the first place. And you should blame anybody for it. So now, I am taking accountability of what’s going on with me right now.

Come September 11, my web host provider will end its contract. I don’t know if the owner will renew or not. I talked to her and she said yes. Well, I am confident that she will or else I will have a big problem. Transferring to another web host might not be a big problem for others but for it is for a hundred and one reasons. Okay, I’m exaggerating. But truly it would be a problem. When I have enough funds, I am planning of investing in a reseller web hosting. That way, I would not encounter the same anxiety as I am undergoing now. Blogging has already been a part of my life. And it helped me a lot especially whit my finances. Although lately, I did not receive much opportunity compared a few months ago. Maybe it’s because I am not updating my site regularly. I admit I was lazy. I admit was out of focus. But now, I am committing myself again to write. Write all these things down. Write down heartaches, every joy, every trial and every success. This will be my new commitment starting today. I need to stand up and rebuild myself. I wanted this and I must not stop.

Give and it shall come back to you. I always believe in that. I know of somebody that could be a living testimony of this principle. Because of the couple’s generosity, what used to be a simple home has now become an awe inspiring house that is still by the way open to friends not because they wanted to show off their Quoizel lighting but because they accommodate us everytime we have a band practice for church. And that includes a sumptuouse meal everytime. Thanks to you.

This year, specifically this month is the favorite time of my life so far. Though there were trials that came, but this family has been whole and united, standing strong and holding each others hands along the way. Family members living far came home. Even those family member who just lived near each other, never bonded like this before. I wanted to have a cardboard display that would say that this best family ever. I could not ask for more.

The house has been silent and clean most of the time since the kids does not have school yet. They spend most of their time at their cousins’ house. So I had lots of time to do some general cleaning and rearranging. I realized that I had lots of modern furniture house. Looking at them, I felt blessed. I remember before we moved out from my grandmother’s house, we left with only a bed, a TV set and computer. It never fails to amaze me that even if I am unfaithful, My God remains faithful and continues to pour out His blessings. I am thankful.

Mr. Johnson heard a friendly knock at his front door. It was his neighbors, Mary Beth, with a panicked grin on her face. She had some guests coming for dinner in less than two hours and needed to borrow a cup of sugar to finish her pecan coffeecake. As always, Mr. Johnson was more than happy to lend from his cupboard. The next morning Mary Beth was back on his front porch with a more relaxed smile. “Mr. Johnson, I want to thank you for the cup of sugar last night. I saved some coffeecake just for you,” she said as she handed him a large platter. Since Mr. Johnson’s wife had passed away earlier in the year, Mary Beth had tried to minister to him in special ways. She would often have her children take over fresh-cut flowers from the yard or a plate of chocolate chip cookies she baked after school. Their family had invited him to the park to fly a kite and to catch lightning bugs in their backyard. These were simple things, acts of kindness that meant so much to Mr. Johnson.

God ha a plan behind every situation in your life…even when borrowing sugar from a neighbor. Romans 8:28 tells us that God works together for good all those that love him. There are no coincidences in God’s eyes, only divine appointments. Be ready to bless whomever God places in your life today with a heart that flows with love.

Lord, I am ready to be your servant of kindness today. Touch my heart to those near me who may need a prayer or an encouraging word. Help me to reach out in my community and reflect Your love for your people.

Three-year-old Jason wanted to surprise her mom by making her coffee on Mother’s Day. He found some coffee bans and placed them into one of her favorite mugs. He added some water, milk, and sugar cubes. Jason then poured in some cola because it didn’t look dark enough. He beamed with pride as he stirred his gourmet beverage. After finding mom in her bedroom he announced, “Happy Mother’s Day! I made you some coffee all by myself. You can take a drink now mammy.” She stared into her mug, and then smiled at Jason as she took a small sip of his morning creation. With an unnoticed grimaced on her face, she swallowed. Jason’s mom bent down and gave him a hug as she said, “This is wonderful coffee Jason. You made me very happy. Thank you!” Jason didn’t know that coffee beans first need to be ground and then filtered with water. God gives us His living water everyday. He also gives us the Holy Spirit to filter out the waste and wickedness of the world. There are times when we may be given bitter coffee beans and lumpy sugar cubes just like Jason’s mom. Remember that God always offers us His patience and perseverance when we live with the lumpy things of life.

Dear Father, You have given me your Spirit to filter out anything that doesn’t honor you. Guide my life so that I always glorify your name. When I do face trials, help me to count it pure joy as I learn patience and perseverance.

Only the bride was more beautiful than the flowers in a lovely seaside ceremony highlighted with Mediterranean culture. The couple had lived near each other all their lives and now would be husband and wife. After weeks of preparation, nearly the entire village attended the customary week-long celebration. The reception was held both outside and inside to accommodate the many guests. Both sides of the families and friends enjoyed the food and fellowship. Unfortunately, as with most weddings, a few things did not turn out as planned. There was a trip in a tent that had to be sown, one of the scheduled singers had a sore throat, and wind kept snuffing out candles. Then a special visitor was asked to help solve a shortage of wine for the guests. At first, involving Jesus with wine problem did not seem to fit into His purpose, but later Jesus knew in His heart that it was the right time to help. Jesus had the servants fill six stone water jars with water. The host was blessed by the jars now miraculously filled with new wine, which impressed all the guests. Jesus did not plan to bring attention to him as the celebration was for the newly wedded couple. God has chosen this wedding for His son’s first miracle and the start of His ministry. Jesus has been offering miracles of new life ever since.

Lord, help me understand good timing when it comes to helping out others. Help me seek to understand others before I react in important situations. Thank you for being a Gog of miracles.

Adam was ready to pop the question. He was in love and very nervous. Parents approved, pastors had prayed, while friends agreed “Rochelle and Adam were meant for each other. As Adam sat alone at the café, he thought back to the day they first met…He seemed to know from the moment on that she was the right girl for him. He had prayed for a godly woman. He thought God had answered his prayer. This did seem to be the right time, but he still had questions…all he knew to do was turn back to God in prayer. “Oh Lord, this is such a big decision. Thank You fro bringing Rochelle into my life. Let me know for sure this is the right thing to do, so I will never doubt her or you in the future.” Adam quietly opened his eyes after praying. As he lifted his cup to drink, he saw two overlapping rings on the table made by the bottom of his teacup. In his heart he felt God has given him a sign of reassurance through the interlocking rings that symbolized the unity of love in marriage. Later that night at an elegant restaurant, Adam hinted about someday sharing the same china patterns on their dishes. Rochelle then lifted her tea bag from her cup only to discover a diamond engagement ring. Adam received all the confirmation he needed when Rochelle accepted his proposal.

God created marriage as a reflection of His love for us. The Bible tells us that Christ is the bridegroom and the church as His bride. God has already invited us to be joined with Him in fellowship forever. All we have to do is accept His proposal is say, “Yes, Lord…I do…”

Lord, keep me still in your peace, string in your faith and overflowing with your love. Make my paths straight and make my footsteps firm. Grant me wisdom with every decision I need to make in life as I look to you and your plan for me.