Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. At night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods Word in their hearts.

Yesterday’s passage read, “I thank the Father that we are His people, and you, our precious child, will live in a peaceful dwelling place, in a secure home, in an undisturbed place of rest.” It’s very unfortunate that so many children grow up in broken and dysfunctional homes. When children are nurtured in that kind of environment, in many cases they grow up to be broken adults. I’m sure that just about any psychiatrist will tell you that many of the emotional problems that adults have stem from them having a childhood in which their homes were filled with disarray.

We have an obligation as Christian parents to raise our children in a peaceful and functional environment. Our children should see healthy relationships being cultivated instead of constant arguing, cursing and fighting. When these behaviors are displayed to children they become victims of emotional abuse. As a youth mentor, I have talked to many teenagers that have tarnished views of how a household should operate because of the things that their parents and/or family members did or said in front of them. The word says, “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.”(Isaiah 32:18) What are you doing to make your home a peaceful place?

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. At night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods Word in their hearts.

Monday’s passage read, “May God give you insight so that you will know and be continually aware that your labor in the Lord is not futile, never wasted or to no purpose.” As believers, we all have moments in which we get “weary in well doing” as we labor in the Lord. This can sometimes cause us to want to give in or throw in the towel. Our “natural/carnal” nature comes to surface at times and we want to act on these fleshly thoughts and desires. This is of no surprise to our Heavenly Father. The Bible explains that we were born with a sinful nature in Psalm 51:5, “Behold, I was shapen in iniquity; and in sin did my mother conceive me.” Although, the fact remains that we have these thoughts, but we don’t have to act on them.

The Word tells us that we can renew our strength in the Lord. “but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31). This is actually one of my favorite scriptures because it reminds me that the Lord WILL continually renew my strength, no matter what I may be facing. The same goes for you as well. For those moments in which you get tired and frustrated in doing the labor of the Lord, you too can find strength in Isaiah 40:31.

Our children also need to know and understand that their strength is in the Lord. We can teach them certain scriptures to stand on, so that they can speak God’s Word over whatever they may be facing in life. I mean, the Word is our living water!

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Feature Friday

Happy Friday to all! I want to take a few moments to thank all of the M.O.M.’s that made their way to prayer meeting on yesterday. There was a great turn out and an awesome move of God! If you are in the Atlanta area we would love to have you join us in prayer on Thursdays. The meeting schedule is below (kids are welcome with open arms). If you need more information send an email to info@savedmom.com.

As most of you all know, today is Feature Friday. I wanted to switch things up a bit today. Instead of featuring one mother, I want to take time to give special thanks to ALL mothers. You may feel as though your works are being overlooked and that no one else understands what you go through from day to day, although, you can find solace in knowing that you are not alone.

Earlier this week I had one of “those moments” in which we feel so overwhelmed and as though the walls are closing in around us. I’m sure you all know what I mean! I had a conversation with my First Lady and she offered up some great advice that I would love to share with you all on today. She shared these three jewels with me… First and foremost, always make time for yourself, no matter what! Second, it’s okay to say no! Then, last, but not least, don’t hesitate to ask for help when you need it. These are things that I already knew and heard before, but sometimes we need a reminder.

You must also understand that the Lord will never leave nor forsake you and that he is your Great Comforter. Just as you are there to comfort your children, the Lord is there to comfort you. “As a mother comforts her child, so will I comfort you; and you will be comforted over Jerusalem." (Isaiah 66:13). Have an outstanding weekend and DON'T OVERDO IT!!!

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. At night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods Word in their hearts.

Sunday’s passage read, “Your heavenly Father pays attention to us, and you can relax. You can take it easy-you are in good hands. You will lie down in peace and sleep here in this room; the Lord will keep you safe.” It’s such a blessing to know that we can dwell in peace all the days of our lives. The Lord has given us the ability to be at peace in all things, just as long as we trust in Him. The word says, “You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in you.” (Isaiah 26:3). As believers, there is no need for us to worry, fret or fear. “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” (2 Timothy 1:7).

Oft times we let situations and circumstances take away our peace. Although, we must understand that once we were filled with the Holy Spirit we were filled with the peace of the Lord. We can also exercise this principle in raising our children. When those “not so peaceful” moments arise in the wonderful world of parenting, we have the authority to speak peace. We have the power and authority to speak life to our situations and circumstances, so why are we not applying this to its fullest potential? It’s time to stop letting our peace be disrupted by the incidents of life and it’s time to start taking authority and living our best life yet!

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. At night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods Word in their hearts.

Sunday’s passage read, “I pray for the Lord to bless your skills and be pleased with the work of your hands. I thank God for creating a desire in you to work, to do something useful with your own hands so you may have something to share with those in need.” Immediately after reading this passage I started to reflect on a dismal moment that I recently experienced. As we know, during our faith walk we are sometimes attacked in our minds. Well, as I laid in bed a few days ago I was overcome with feelings of worthlessness and negativity. I started to feel as though I wasn’t good enough and that my contribution here on earth was miniscule at best. Soon thereafter I started to pray to God regarding these feelings and I talked to my husband about it as well.

At that very moment my husband began to minister life to me. He started showing me just how important my life and ministry are. I began to remind myself that we were ALL placed on earth with a divine purpose and with the necessary skill set needed to carry out that purpose. This makes me think of something that Moses said as he blessed the tribes in the book of Deuteronomy, “Bless all his skills, O LORD, and be pleased with the work of his hands. Smite the loins of those who rise up against him; strike his foes till they rise no more." (Deuteronomy 33:11). Today I want each of you to know that God has placed greatness on the inside of you. You were born with a purpose for your life and whenever the enemy starts to attack you just remember, “…When the enemy shall come in like a flood, the Spirit of the LORD shall lift up a standard against him. (Isaiah 59:19).

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Happy Birthday MLK Jr.

As I sit here listening to the Commemorative Services for MLK Jr., I am reminded of the great man that Martin Luther King Jr. was and just how much his legacy continues to live on. It is so important that we not forget those that came before us and made incomprehensible sacrifices so that we may enjoy the fruits of their labor.

Martin Luther King Jr. accomplished a great deal in his short lived 39 years. He served as an American clergyman, activist and prominent leader in the American civil rights movement. His main legacy was to secure progress on civil rights in the U.S. and he has become a human rights icon. He led the 1955 Montgomery Bus Boycott and helped found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference in 1957, serving as its first president. King's efforts led to the 1963 March on Washington, where he delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech. There, he raised public consciousness of the civil rights movement and established himself as one of the greatest orators in U.S. history.

In 1964, King became the youngest person to receive the Nobel Peace Prize for his work to end racial segregation and racial discrimination through civil disobedience and other non-violent means. King was assassinated on April 4, 1968, in Memphis, Tennessee. He was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom in 1977 and Congressional Gold Medal in 2004; Martin Luther King, Jr. Day was established as a U.S. national holiday in 1986. “Martin Luther King Jr.” Wikipedia Encyclopedia Online. 2001. Wikipedia. Jan. 18, 2010. .

I thank God for Martin Luther King Jr. and all that he sacrificed in an effort to make our world a better place. His legacy inspires me to do great things in the name of humanity, peace and love. I can remember that MLK Jr. quoted Isaiah 40:4-5 in his I Have A Dream Speech by saying, “I have a dream that one day every valley shall be exalted, and every hill and mountain shall be made low, the rough places will be made plain, and the crooked places will be made straight; and the glory of the Lord shall be revealed and all flesh shall see it together.” Oh how I yearn to see the glory of the Lord revealed! Let’s all pay it forward and do our part to make this world a better place.

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Blessed to Be...

Good day to all of you wonderfully made beautiful people! I am extremely elated as I sit down to write today. Over the weekend I celebrated my birthday and enjoyed some much needed fellowship with some of the people I love the most! Thanks to all of you that made this one of my best birthdays thus far. I love you all more than words or actions could ever express. Thank You!

As a child I hated the fact that my birthday was in winter and so close to the holidays. It always seemed as though my friends that had summer birthdays had so many more options than me when it came to celebrating. I could never partake in celebrating outdoors like they could; no pool parties, no amusement parks and no trips to the beach. Also, having a birthday so close to the holidays meant that people were often tired and running low on cash when my birthday came.

Now that I have grown and matured, I can truly say that I appreciate my birthday exactly where it falls on the calendar. It gives me the opportunity to celebrate triple new beginnings; the birth of Jesus, the beginning of a new year on the calendar and the beginning of a new year in my life! Talk about triple blessings!

My birthday weekend got off to a rough start and I let stress and frustration overtake me. Then I had to take a few deep breaths and reflect on the many blessings that I have to be thankful and grateful for. I thank God for the blessings that He promised us in Deuteronomy 28. He explained that if we obey Him and His commandments we will be blessed in many ways. It’s amazing how we can let a shift in circumstances disrupt our joy in a matter of minutes. As children of the Most High God, we must remember that according to Isaiah 54:17 no weapon that is formed against us shall prosper. Then proclaim that “…we are more than conquerors through him that loved us.” (Romans 8:37). So the next time you feel that shift coming in, take a few deep breaths and meditate on those scriptures. Then you will be able to smile and bask in the joy of the Lord.

Until our next appointed meeting time. Stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com. Thanks for your continued support!

Mommie Blessings,

Saved M.O.M.

Faith to Endure

Hello beautiful people! So the holiday weekend is over and it’s back to business as usual. I can’t believe it’s almost 2010! It’s amazing to see time fly right before our very eyes. It seems like yesterday that I was graduating from high school, with the whole world as my oyster. It appears as though every year passes by a little faster than the one before. For the good book says, “for we were born only yesterday and know nothing, and our days on earth are but a shadow." (Job 8:9).

As I sat down at the computer this morning and sought God about the topic of choice for today, I heard, “Have the faith to endure.” There are so many challenges and trials that have come and will continue to come our way. Although, we must always trust and believe that the Lord will bring us out as long as we keep the faith and faint not. In the moments that I feel weak or compromised in my spirit I have to go back to Isaiah 40:31, “but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”

Yes, I know from experience, that sometimes having the faith to endure is easier said than done. This is when you have to step out of the “normal routine” and seek God and the things of God like never before. Sometimes you may have to seek the prayers of the intercessors. Sometimes you may have to fast and go before His throne with a sincere heart. Sometimes you have to shut out the things of this world and just spend time with Him and in His presence. Turn off the television, the radio, the phone, and all of the other distractions and bask in the presence of the Lord.

I am going to start off the last month of this year seeking God in a whole new way and on a whole new level. I must have the faith to endure so that I can fulfill Gods good and perfect will for my life. It’s time out for falling victim to the tricks of the enemy and time in for falling in line with the will of the Lord! Let’s make this last month of the year count and watch the blessing of 2010 engulf us!

Be sure to tune in tomorrow for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment). If you would like to submit prayer requests send them to info@savedmom.com.

Mommie Blessings,

Shonte’ Press

Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. At night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of “Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child” by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods word in their hearts.

Yesterday’s passage read, “I ask the Lord to give me the wisdom to teach you, __________ (your child’s name), to wait upon Him. When you wait upon the Lord, He shall renew your strength. You shall mount up with wings like eagles; you shall run and not be weary; you shall walk and not faint.” A portion of this passage comes from my favorite scripture, Isaiah 40:31. I find so much comfort in knowing that no matter how tired, weak or frustrated I feel I can always be renewed by the Lord.

We all have those moments when we just want to scream or crawl under the sheets and shut everything out, especially as parents! I have found that in those moments if I just seek His face all will turn out just fine. We should teach our children to do the same. It’s hard enough for them growing up in the world today. This is why our children need to know what to do when they have their moments of frustration and weakness. We are not exempt from having these feelings; therefore, we all need to be uplifted and encouraged sometimes.

I also want you to know that you are not in this alone. Not only do we have the Lord to lean on, but we have each other as well. It is so important that we are connected to others that are living submitted lives and can help us when we need it. Saved M.O.M. is here for you so feel free to submit your prayer requests or contact me at info@savedmom.com.

Be sure to tune in tomorrow for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment).

Mommie Blessings,

Shonte’ Press

Freelance Time

Good day to all! Boy am I in a great mood today! I can’t say that there is any particular reason, but I am just feeling really good about life right now. I thank God for His grace and mercy and for bringing me from such a mighty long way! Sometimes we can get so caught up in what we don’t have instead of praising God for what we do have. I am so happy to be exactly where I am in my life. Of course things can always be better, but they can always be worst too.

There are so many things for us all to be thankful and grateful for. I really want to take this time to thank my loved ones for always being so supportive of me and having my back. I appreciate you all for always putting things into perspective and knocking me down off of my soap box when necessary. A special thanks to my hubby and mommie for accepting me as I am and loving me unconditionally. I also want to thank my faithful readers and subscribers. You all help to make it all worth while. Your feedback and comments on Blogger and Facebook are so uplifting at times.

I am so blessed to have a platform to do God’s work and to be a vessel for Him to use me in the way that He wants. I definitely have days when I get tired, but I always stand on one of my favorite scriptures, “Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint. (Isaiah 40:30-31).

Today I just wanted to take time to praise my God and give credit where credit is due. It’s so gratifying to give praise and walk in a spirit of thanksgiving. Let’s all make today a great day and work at making each day better than the day before. Smile like your life depends on it, laugh like no one is watching, and praise like David did!

Be sure to stay tuned for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment).

Mommie Blessings,

Shonte’ Press

Feature Friday

Good day to all the beautiful and blessed Saved M.O.M.’s out there! I want to do things a little different in this Feature Friday entry. As most of you know, on Friday’s we usually feature a Saved M.O.M. and tell a little about her story.

Today I feel the need to give honor to ALL of the Saved M.O.M.s. Considering that there are millions of you out there, we don’t have an opportunity to feature each and everyone one of you. Some of you may feel that you are doing the best to make it through each day and that no one recognizes the sacrifices that you are making while raising your children, but I do. Thank you for simply being you. Don’t try to compare yourself to other mothers that you may think are doing a better job. Don’t beat yourself up for the mistakes that you have made. Allow the things that haven’t broken you to make you stronger. Keep your head up, your heart open to love and your mind on Him. For it is the Lord that gives us strength to make it through. “but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” (Isaiah 40:31). Stay strong my sister and keep the faith, for His plans are wonderful. “For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” (Jeremiah 29:11).

Be sure to tune in Monday for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (http://www.savedmom.com/), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment).

Mommie Blessings,

Shonte’ Press

Word Wednesday

Today is officially “Word Wednesday” otherwise known as “Hump Day.” We’ve made it half way through yet another week on the wonderful, exciting and bumpy road of motherhood. Therefore, some of us are looking for some encouraging words to make it through the rest of the week with Joy and Peace. Every night before my son goes to bed, in addition to reading bible stories, I read him a passage out of “Prayers That Avail Much, First Blessings for Your Child” by Germaine Copeland. Mommies we have to keep our children prayed up and constantly put Gods word in their hearts.

Monday’s passage read, “I thank God for declaring our home blessed—joyful and favored with blessings. May I be a blessing to you, our baby, as I nurture you in the way of the Lord.” This passage prompted me to think about the fact that our homes must to be covered with Gods spirit and peace. We pray over our children and our loved ones, but how often do we pray over our homes? This is the place in which we experience most of our most precious and intimate moments, so how can we neglect covering this place of abode?

It’s so interesting when you think about this… Have you ever gone to someone’s home and felt total peace and comfort? Now, is this the way visitors feel when they enter your home for the first time? Or do they feel as though they just walked into a jungle of instability and negativity? Ladies, we have to pray over our homes and maintain a Godly presence within those four walls, especially considering that this is where our children spend most of their time. Our children need to feel at peace when they are home and when they are resting. The Lord wants our home to be a peaceful dwelling place. “My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest.” (Isaiah 32:18). Take a few moments to anoint and bless your home with the Holy Spirit tonight. I pray that you rest with peace like never before.

Be sure to tune in tomorrow for more words of encouragement and inspiration for M.O.M.’s near and far! Please share this blog with as many people as you know (www.savedmom.com), we have so many lives to touch. Feel free to post a comment and/or subscribe (if you are reading this from your inbox visit the site address referenced above to post a comment).

Mommie Blessings,

Shonte’ Press