Paddling through your past.

 

Life is so easy… Said no one ever! 

In todays blog I’d like to give you some advice and also tell a testimony of mine along with a prophetic word from God. 

A few months ago I published a blog named Steady your boat which was completely from God. If you haven’t read it thats fine, I’ll leave the link at the end. If you’ve been following my blog and instagram account you will know I’m struggling with anxiety and depression. 

The overview of the blog was that God had spoke to me and told me that I needed to steady my boat. It was a warning to prepare myself and my church for the journey and changes we where about to face. At this point I did not know that the church pastors where making decisions to move to a bigger venue. The words God spoke to me where about steadying our boats as the journey ahead is going to be on a stormy sea and we have to get past the rocky shores to get to beautiful sands. This was totally prophetic and a little confusing when I first heard it as I had no idea we were moving venue until I messaged my pastor with what had just happened to me, we then got together and I was told about the changes. 

This blog will be a recap of Gods words he spoke to me and it will discuss our past and sailing through to the sands as God doesn’t  want us to stay in the stormy sea he wants us to be happy surrounded with his beauty. 

The theme of today is renewal. What I’ve recently learnt is that if we truly want change, our hearts are ready for the renewal that only God’s spirit can bring to us. 

Acts 3:19 Repent of your sins and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped away. 

God promises to give you a fresh start. Which is great as a lot of us would really appreciate a fresh start. He will cleanse you.

Psalm 51:10 Create in me a clean heart, O God. Renew a loyal spirit within me. 

Recently I’ve prayed for renewal. I prayed for energy to focus more on the Lord. 

I have noticed that the way God renews and revives us, is by inspiration, encouragement, and comforting us through his word. The more I read his word, the more I am comforted and excited to share the word with others. 

I have prayed for strength daily for the past few months as I am physically, mentally and emotionally drained. After being quite angry at God for not saving me from the horrors I have had to endure I am now feeling grateful but confused about my ordeal. I know I am not out of the woods yet but I also know that I am not alone on this journey and The Lord will renew my strength. And that he will guide me along right paths, which will bring honour to his name. - Psalm 23:3 

And even though I am struggling right now, God is showing a picture to me. A picture of myself paddling in the sea, I am in a boat and I am full of strength and I am strong. (Which is not how I feel right now) But I am in this boat paddling through all the waves and litter close to the shore. I have to paddle through the weeds which means having a lot of strength as the weeds are tough. But in this picture, I make it to the shore. I actually make it the shore and I’m singing on the sand. At the top of my lungs. I love it when God shares these pictures or words with me. Prophetic visions are special and I feel very grateful and humbled by this amazing encounter with the spirit. 

I urge you to pray to the Lord with your problems, he is the with you every step of your journey. Have faith in him and he will reveal things to you which you never even thought of before. The Lord is amazing! 

And Remember… 

Hebrews 11:1 Faith is the confidence that we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see. 

Thank you reading this little sequel to Steady Your Boat. - Paddling Through Your Past. 

Be blessed. Stay Well. 

God Bless 

Love Jessica Louise Xoxo 

Run.

Hello my lovelies, today's message is all about running to God when we feel lost. Sometimes you may feel lost but God has placed you on a journey which he only knows the way it's heading. 

But that's okay. Sometimes we need to just stop and take it all in, 

We need to take a deep breath in and out. And then sprint to him. Run as fast as you can to him. When your in need, when you feel lost, when your self worth is questioned. When you feel useless and pathetic. That's when you run to him, and that's when you bow your head and kneel before the Lord and pour your heart out. 

Do not bottle your emotions inside! Do not hide how you feel from God because he can give you wonderful gifts of peace and healing. He can provide greatness for you if you just let him. How straightforward can it get? 

Recently I was reading Psalm 31 and I just love it! I love how pure and passionate that scripture is. 

I'll include it below if you haven't read it before. 

Psalm 31 : 

1In you, Lord, I have taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. 2Turn your ear to me, come quickly to my rescue; be my rock of refuge, a strong fortress to save me. 3Since you are my rock and my fortress, for the sake of your name lead and guide me. 4Keep me free from the trap that is set for me, for you are my refuge. 5Into your hands I commit my spirit; deliver me, Lord, my faithful God. 

6I hate those who cling to worthless idols; as for me, I trust in the Lord. 7I will be glad and rejoice in your love, for you saw my affliction and knew the anguish of my soul. 8You have not given me into the hands of the enemy but have set my feet in a spacious place. 

9Be merciful to me, Lord, for I am in distress; my eyes grow weak with sorrow, my soul and body with grief. 10My life is consumed by anguish and my years by groaning; my strength fails because of my affliction,and my bones grow weak. 11Because of all my enemies, I am the utter contempt of my neighbors and an object of dread to my closest friends— those who see me on the street flee from me. 12I am forgotten as though I were dead; I have become like broken pottery. 13For I hear many whispering, “Terror on every side!” They conspire against me and plot to take my life. 

14But I trust in you, Lord; I say, “You are my God.” 15My times are in your hands; deliver me from the hands of my enemies, from those who pursue me. 16Let your face shine on your servant; save me in your unfailing love. 17Let me not be put to shame, Lord, for I have cried out to you; but let the wicked be put to shame and be silent in the realm of the dead. 18Let their lying lips be silenced, for with pride and contempt they speak arrogantly against the righteous. 

19How abundant are the good things that you have stored up for those who fear you, that you bestow in the sight of all, on those who take refuge in you. 20In the shelter of your presence you hide them from all human intrigues; you keep them safe in your dwelling from accusing tongues. 

21Praise be to the Lord, for he showed me the wonders of his love when I was in a city under siege. 22In my alarm I said, “I am cut off from your sight!” Yet you heard my cry for mercy when I called to you for help. 

23Love the Lord, all his faithful people! The Lordpreserves those who are true to him, but the proud he pays back in full. 24Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.

Recently I have had to run to God, I've ran from bad decisions which were nearly made. I've had to run away from the past and the people in my past as I know they are not on the journey God has planned for me. I have had run to him and show my faithfulness to him by dedicating time for his word and his message. Sometimes we get caught up in then busyness and our day to day routines and forget to include him at all.
But God is right there with you and he always has and always will be. So include him and be grateful for everlasting love and wisdom he has gave you by giving you his word. I urge you all to run to the Lord and read the Bible. Read his words, its the truth and the entire truth. Live by his message. Thank you for reading todays blog! Have a blessed day! Be Well.Jessica Louise Xoxo 

Bag Baggage

Hello my lovelies, todays message will be on baggage, and not just any baggage but bad baggage. Today I will not be sharing a blog about baggage on a trip on this world, but on our spiritual world. 

I may not make sense at times but just stay with me, recently I took a trip and long story short compared to other people in the airport, I travelled light and didn’t have a lot of bags and when walking through the airport I felt free and happy. I felt a joy and peace about how I could enjoy the trip because I wasn’t being weighed down by anything. 

And this is the same in our spirit, we need to let go of the baggage holding and weighing us down, we need to pack lightly and enjoy the journey.

So as we travel through the new year, let go of the bad baggage which you don’t need which is getting in the way of your relationship with the Lord, leave the anxiety, leave the depression, the grief, the loss, the jealousy, the greed, the illness, don’t accept your baggage, your baggage isn’t permanent, the only thing permanent on this planet is Jesus and he is not baggage, he is love, life, and liberation. 

1 Peter 5:7 Cast all your anxiety on Him because he cares for you.

Today I urge you all to write a list of your baggage, whether it be emotional, physical, or mental, just write it down, and then meditate on them, and give them to God. Give your baggage to God he’s waiting, he waiting to carry all your bags willingly. Hand them to him and let him heal you. Our God is a God who heals and doesn’t want you to be inflicted with negativity and things which bring you down. 

• Write a list of baggage
• Meditate on them
• Give them to God
• Leave them with God
• Be liberated, be free, be well.

Have a blessed day! 

Love Jessica Louise Xoxo 

New Year, New Pages.

 2 0 1 5 ~ Happy New Year! 

New Year is known for the party scenes and making unrealistic goals and resolutions for the year ahead but by the second week of January you've already broken them all.
I usually set resolutions and goals for the New Year and they usually involve, stopping the naughty foods, starting the gym, and being healthier... these are broken by day 5. So what's the point? What is the point in creating goals which are pointless and selfish.
So what's the point? Seriously? C'mon! Shape up, get your head in the game and do something amazing this year. Be the faith impactor you were called to be. 
From helping an elderly lady in the street to donating to a charity. From a smile to a stranger in the supermarket to a hug to a friend in need. 
Let's make your resolutions realistic. Be more Christ like and be a true 'Christian' Be all that you were called to be. 
Leviticus 26 : 12 - I will walk among you and be your God, and you shall be My people.
Jesus walks with us, so whenever your about to do something 'not Christ like' just think would Jesus have done that? If not, then don't do it, simple as that guys.

This year make a promise to yourself and a promise to your God! Promise to commit more of your self to him. No one is perfect so we can all admit that we can improve on our faith and stop holding back. Jump into your belief with hands reaching out. Take that leap of faith.

Personally I  think I need to spend more time studying the Bible. And praying.... I pray every day but sometimes I get lost in the days and sometimes I even forget a simple thank you for the things he encountered for me, just so I could live a day to day life.
We need to plug into our faith and endure the prejudice and opinions of others who don't understand our faith. Put your foot down and lay down the fact that we are proud to be the Lords children as we know that he loved us so that he gave his life for us. 

So while your eating those left over Christmas candies and chocolates, remember to make realistic resolutions and Christ like resolutions.

Let your resolution be connecting more... invest in Christ for your life. 

Have an amazing year! Thank God for the new year in which he has given you. He's added another page to your book of life. Don't waste your time.

New Year, New Pages. Get writing some memories, and be a world changer.
Love Jessica Louise Xoxo

www.bibleforwomen.co.uk
@bibleblogwomen

Be Brave

This topic has been popping up here and there and everywhere recently.

To be Brave. Use bravery every day. It is a trait and not a skill.

First it popped up at my church then at Cherish Conference multiple times and in the music charts- Brave my Sara Bareilles and Brave album by Christian singer Moriah Peters and Bethel Worship Music “You Make Me Brave” I FINALLY realised God had planted a message for me.

Get up! Out of your comfort zone, and Be Brave!

Being brave isn't easy sometimes as we are only human remember and we can't do things in our own strength but with God it's a totally different scenario.

Philippians 4:13- I can do all things through him who strengthens me.

Sometimes we need take a leap of faith, when I went to do a tree high ropes course, I prayed so much before taking a leap of the platform, but I knew God was with me because I could not of done that alone I could not of jumped out of tree without knowing God had my back.

The Holy Spirit is our guide he guides us and helps us out. He's like our best friend who's always there for you know matter what silly stuff you may do or say.

When I jumped off the platform I was so scared “EEEEEEEPPPPP” Let’s just say there was a lot of screaming nevertheless it was a relieved scream because I did it. I did it! And the view was spectacular, the trees made a blanket underneath me. A bright green blanket laid beneath me as I flew over with speed.

This is this same in real life problems, we can be scared to jump into something, so we pray to God for his support, and with the strength he gives us we take it gratefully and jump! He's always there to catch us.

When on the tree course think of it this way, our cables and the wire we are connected too are our prayers and connection to the Lord and the Harness is God himself.

 Our prayers and God himself are connected to each other, it doesn't really work if you want God and don’t pray, how can you have a relationship with someone you don’t talk too and communicate with? The thing to remember is when you pray you are connected to a love that never fails! He will always catch you, he will pick you up when you fail. So don’t be scared, BE BRAVE!

We are always connected to his wire, and if we keep connected we can experience amazing things. We need to trust in The Lord and his harness and jump, jump and enjoy the view!

Through Christ we can be brave. Because we know he's always there, he's always been there and he's always going to be there.

Leave your house today and lift your head up!

Don’t be ashamed to follow Jesus.

Don’t be scared to be who God created you to be.

Stand out from the crowd.

Get out of your comfort zone.

And Be Brave because others will be brave too.

Bravery is contagious!

I hope you enjoyed this blog! 

Email me on jessica@bibleforwomen.co.uk

Have a blessed week, lots of love and prayers 

Jessica Louise Xoxo

The Right Girl.

Welcome to The Right Girl Blog.

This blog is written by myself Jessica Louise Adams and my new friend Natasha Gracey from Belfast. 
We met on Instagram and she's such a inspirational and genuine women. We hope you enjoy this written piece of encouragement. 

The Proverbs 31 woman is simply our blueprint: this should not scare us, but encourage us. 

When we follow her blueprint we can break it down into 2 categories: 
These include physical action and personality traits. 

The actions she does (making clothes, acquiring land, etc) show that she is skilled, and not the entirely domestic slave women are frequently "deemed" as being. She travels, so she's not "trapped in the kitchen"; she is resourceful and hardworking, earning money and providing for her family. 

Recently we both attended Cherish 2014 Conference and one thing that stood out to me [Jessica Louise] is that the proverbs 31 women ideally arises early in the morning, I personally find this very hard, we can try our best to get up early but sometimes we can just doze off into a deep sleep. Arising in the night darkness doesn't mean you have to get up in the middle of the night, just don't sleep your life away and waste your time on this beautiful planet! And also you have a responsibly to pull you and your family out the darkness with the help of God! 

In terms of personality traits she is trustworthy, generous, compassionate and outreaching. She has self-respect and she is wise and caring, and her root is in God.
As women we all need a strong firm foundation to grow from, this is God, we need to get our concrete set and then flourish in a growing connection with Jesus. 

The Proverbs 31 woman is a wife, mother, professional, homemaker and helper to the hurting - she is the ultimate well-rounded individual. 
In today's time I [Jessica Louise] personally think people being nice and helpful towards me aren't genuine, because of the evil in the world has caused me to just expect nothing of people(which I'm trying to develop into having more grace around people and within my relationships with others). 

Christianity does not belittle women or make them insignificant, but empowers them. A godly woman is rare to find and worthy of praise. If that's not empowering and challenging then nothing is. 

As women we need to basically shape up, not be scared of your problems, and simply be brave... We have everything we need to be brave and a beautiful women of The Lord so use our tools in which The Lord has equipped up and be nice to each other and overall serve the Lord. 

Be amazing in The Lord.
Love From 
Jessica Louise Adams 
Founder of the Bible For Women 

And 
Natasha Gracey 
@natleegra - Instagram 

God bless you all you beautiful women, don't forget you have all the instructions you need in the Sat Nav of life [bible- word of God] Proverbs 31. 

ADVERT ALERT!!!

I would love for you to continue reading all about proverbs 31 in Natasha's very own piece of writing..... 
http://natleegra.wordpress.com/2014/06/07/the-proverbs-31-feminist/

Click the above link! 
Let us know your thoughts on this blog
jessica@bibleforwomen.co.uk
or Instagram us! 

Xoxo 

Blossom and Bloom Part 2

Hello my lovelies I have had such a hectic week! Started a new job to earn some extra pennies for my summer holiday in June 2014!!! I now have 2 jobs (one I am still waiting for more work- supply teaching) but hopefully I’ll get more work and be an ever busier bee.

I now work with my best friend she is such a funny and free spirit, she’s not a Christian but she’s very open minded and supportive to me.

My best friend got me the job and now we are working together (which is awesome, as we basically get paid to walk and talk really) the job is to pay for my holiday with her so it’s going to be amazing just to leave cold rainy England and venture to Turkey (again).

Last year at Cherish Women Conference at the Life Church I met a beautiful girl called Lesley and we have kept in touch and it’s just amazing that children of the Lord can keep in contact from long distance and share our separate journeys with each other and pray for each and just be there for one another.

Follow Lesley on Twitter- @barnorelle 

We have spoken recently and are very excited at what God’s doing in our lives and how he’s connecting us together. Therefore watch this space for news and what’s in store for Bible for women in the NEAR future.

Let’s start with Blossom and Bloom part 2

The questions I asked last week included ‘do you believe that God wants you to serve in your church?’ The answer (in my opinion) IS YES!!!  

If you follow Jesus then you should serve him in church, our purpose first in life is having a relationship with God and others around us. We were created to be in a relationship. Our calling is personal but I know my calling is to spread the word of Jesus through my love of writing – my blog and my website and to influence the young minds of children with Christ – I am serving at Kids Church at the creativity and crafts area.

Using my skills to influence others is what it’s all about. It’s my calling in life. What’s yours?

My pastor Angela at my church has influenced me hugely on this! I have woken up every day and before I get out of bed I have asked myself ‘What’s my purpose? And what’s my calling? And this is such a great way to wake up and just question your entire life and make it clear for the day ahead that everything you do is in the Lords name.

Ephesians 4:4 - There is one body and one Spirit, and God chose you to have one hope.

By serving the lord and following his word you can only hope to reach the kingdom of God.

Speaking from personal experience some Christians ‘cant’ serve as there life is a mess, they have way too many things to do before they even consider serving. I used to serve at a food bank and because my personal life was literally falling apart, personally I had been through a lot, I stopped serving, when the truth is that when your life isn’t going the way you planned you need to serve its good for your soul and faith. It strengthens you by helping others.

“The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honourable, to be compassionate, to have it make some difference that you have lived and lived well.”

― Ralph Waldo Emerson

I believe this to be truth.

“When we give cheerfully and accept gratefully, everyone is blessed.”

― Maya Angelou

While at a Christian conference last year, I realized how important it is to help others, by simple donations of clothing and money. For example Cherish conference had a giving bucket and before you get the bucket, you get to watch a small clip on the screen to what your donation can do to help others, then you get the opportunity to contribute.

I decided to split my money into 3 days’ worth and give a third each night, and it’s a great feeling knowing your donation is going to help others in need.

I’m not saying you NEED to give your wages or money to every single charity as you would be broke, but think about if you really need that fancy pair of shoes or that new black bag and think do you NEED those accessories or does a girl in Uganda need water. 

Think. Pray. Act.

Giving to others doesn’t mean money, it could be food…. Or even love and compassion. You can give love and compassion to people who need it, give the gift of conversation to others who just need someone to open up too. That’s serving the Lord!

So in the next week I want you all to wake up and come up with at least 3 good deeds you can do to help others and put others first . If you want to let me know how you’re doing, email me on jessica@bibleforwomen.co.uk

I’d love to know how this had helped you or what else you want me to speak about.

Interested in guest blogging…. Let me know as I have quite a few people currently writing for the blog now.

Questions for the next week.

Have helped more than 2 people this week?

    Have you asked anyone if they would like to go to church?

    Has serving at church strengthened your faith?

Again let me know your answers if you want a 1-1 talk with me.

I hope you all day have a lovely week! Have a blessed day and remember be a blessing to someone else who needs a little light on their life.

Thank you for reading! God Bless

Love Jessica Louise Xoxo

Prayer and Praise.

Hello Girls! 

I hope this blog helps you become more aware of the impact of praying and praising. 

Girls we need to stop moaning and moping around, and praise the Lord for this incredible life we have been given. Yes I understand all of us have problems for example health problems, learning difficulties, and family feuds. But when your dashing around in the busyness of your life, just stop for a moment and look around, look at the beautiful planet our extraordinary creator has made for you and me and all of us.

Next time your out and a bout just pause for one moment and look, look around you. 

Gods Creation 
God has created such a wonderful planet and sometimes we can just go ahead with our days and forget to appreciate the beauty of the Earth. He created this all for us so we need to thank him! Simply praise him for his creation.

We cant expect to receive anything from God, if we don't thank him for the things we already have. We need to simplify the process of prayer! Starting with praising and worshiping the amazing life giver.

Psalm chapter nineteen verse one.
The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His         hands. 

Nature is a constant reminder placed right in front of us every single day. 
It's a reminder that we walk upon an amazing planet. The skies, trees, flowers, the animals, the mountains, the rivers, and seas all are reminders of God's power, love for us and glory.

The Hotline
Prayer is a hotline straight to God. The hotline becomes severed if their is a lack of praise. Our mission in life is to praise God for everything he has done and everything he is working on. Show him how much he means to you. I know this is hard when you are waiting for a breakthrough/answer on something you have been burdened with and need guidance with, but by showing God you love him and by praising him in your darkest hours shows him how dedicated you are to him. It shows God how strong your faith in him is.

Psalm Chapter Sixty- Eight Verse Twenty- Three 
Blessed be the Lord—
    day after day he carries us along.
He’s our Savior, our God, oh yes!
    He’s God-for-us, he’s God-who-saves-us.
Lord God knows all
    death’s ins and outs.
What’s more, he made heads roll,
    split the skulls of the enemy
As he marched out of heaven,
    saying, “I tied up the Dragon in knots,
    put a muzzle on the Deep Blue Sea.”
You can wade through your enemies’ blood, 
    and your dogs taste of your enemies from your boots.
                                                                          [Good News] Translation

Trust in the Lord with everything you have, he won't let you down, just trust in his perfect timing. God walks along side you everyday and is guiding you along the path he has created for you. 

Next time you pray to God open your heart and mind to god, let him have his way with you. I fully opened up to God and his plans for me and I was truly amazed at what he had in-store for me. Get out of your comfort zone and your comfortable life style, and explore more of Gods word and his planet he has created for each of us.

Important Prayer
Girls, we need to pray importantly... We need to stop praying recklessly, for example instead of praying to pass an exam/test, why not pray for good time management throughout revision for the exam/test. Which then will help towards passing.
God gave us free will, why not use it wisely.

Godly Plan for 2014
-No more complaints and a lot more encouragement!
-Be more grateful for the things you already have in your life!
-Pray Wisely
-Pray with your whole heart! 
-No more worrying and a lot more hoping- Always have Hope!
    -And GIRLS JUST PRAISE YOUR HEAVENLY FATHER!!! 


I hope it helps some of you girls out there who need to strengthen your bond and connection to God. Remember Praying is a straight hotline to God.

Thank you for reading this blog!
Take Care and God Bless
Jessica xoxo

Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging. Part Three

Hi girls hope your all well! This blog will focus on Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging.
Part Three.
Lets start with Belonging-

Many dictionaries define belonging by a happiness felt in a secure relationship.
We all need a sense of belonging, for in belonging is security and acceptance. Feeling accepted gives you confidence to share your deepest feelings without worry of rejection. And when you belong to God, that security and acceptance can never be taken away.

When you feel alone for whatever reason just remember you belong to God!
Deuteronomy Chapter Thirty-Three Verse Twenty-Seven
The Eternal God is your refuge, and his everlasting arms are under you.

God is supporting you along your path of life, he is there every step you make, every corner you turn, and bump you trip over. He is so involved in your life, sometimes we forget that he knew about us before we were even born. 

Psalm Chapter Seventy-Three Verse Twenty-Four
I still belong to you; you hold my right hand. You guide me with your counsel, leading me to a glorious destiny.

Romans Chapter One Verse Six
You are included among those... who have been called to belong to Jesus Christ.

Only you can be sure if you belong to God or not.
1 John Chapter 2 Verse Three to Five.
We can be sure that we know him if we obey his commandments. If someone claims. 'I know God', but doesn't obey God's Commandments, that person is a liar and is not living in the truth. But those who obey God's word truly show how completely they love him. This is how we know we are living in him. 

Your obedience is a great reflection of your love for God and your belief in him. God understands that we are not perfect so sometimes it's hard to obey him all the time. God looks for your desire to please and obey him!
He looks for your desires, commitments, and your efforts in which you should want to please him daily. 

Christ Jesus promises anyone who belongs to him there will be no condemnation.

Girls! Listen up! 
So when your waiting for a breakthrough, and your at rock bottom, don't give up, keep obeying God's commandments, you belong to him therefore he will come to rescue... He always does and he always will! 
Our amazing almighty creator will pick you up no matter how many times the devil knocks you down! 

Activity: Every morning wake up and tell yourself that you belong to Jesus Christ, praise him and thank him for the goodness in your life. And tell yourself that no child of god will be condemned.

Thank you for reading this blog!
Take Care and God Bless
Jessica xoxo

Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging. Part Two

Hi girls hope your all well! This blog will focus on Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging.
Part Two.
Lets start with Bitterness-
Bitterness comes when you allow anger to control you.

1 Samuel Chapter Thirty Verse Six
David was now in great danger because all his men were very bitter about losing their sons and daughters, and they began to talk of stoning him. But David found strength in the Lord his God.

2 Corinthians Chapter 2 Verse Seven
It is time to forgive and comfort him. Otherwise he may be overcome by discouragement. 

Bitterness comes when other hurt you and you refuse to forgive them. Don't ever stop forgiving and forgetting. Remember that God has forgiven you even though you continue your tendency to sin.
Just as God forgive you without limit, you should forgive others without counting how many times. Yes forgiveness isn't cheap. The hard work of real forgiveness reveals a love that is tough but lasting.

Luke Chapter Twenty-Three Verse Thirty-Four.
Jesus said ''Father, forgive them, for they don't know what they are doing.''
If we don't forgive others, how can we expect God and others to forgive us?

Matthew Chapter Five Verse Thirty-eight
''Here's another old saying that deserves a second look: Eye for an eye, tooth for a tooth. Is that going to get us anywhere? Here's what I propose: 'Don't hit back at all. 'If someone strikes you, stand there and take it. If someone drags you into court and sues for the shirt off your back, giftwrap your best coat and make a present of it. And if someone takes unfair advantage of you, use the occasion to practice the servant life. No more tit-for-tat stuff. Live Generously.

[The Message Remix] Translations are used throughout this blog.

If we don't forgive others this leads to unresolved bitterness, which then leads to hatred, anger, jealousy, and revenge. It can keep you from communicating to God and others and it can blind you from noticing God's blessings. This isn't the right way to live. 

The antidote to bitterness is simply forgiveness. It will unburden you and cancel any debts and unchain you from unresolved feelings such as anger and frustration.

God promises to forgive you
Colossians Chapter Three Verse Thirteen.

Don't Forget That!

Thank you for reading Part Two of the Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging Blog. Take Care and God Bless Girls
Jessica xoxo

Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging. Part One

Hi girls hope your all well! 
This blog will focus on Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging. 

Part One

Lets start with Bullying-                                                                                         

Sadly many girls from a young age are bullied and a minority of these girls take there own life in attempt to escape this problem. This has got to be put to a stop! Girls are a major target for bullies as the bullies think girls are vulnerable and weaker and less capable of winning, I personally think this is a load of baloney! 

As girls we need to fight! 

Whether it be a bully making everyone laugh at you or a bully personally attacking you and threatening you - It is wrong!

Daughters of the Lord are protected and you need to realize you're not worthless and in fact you are all daughters of god, and even though you can forget for a moment that your not on your own, you have The Lord watching over you,bullying is the work of the devil when you trust people and they hurt you this is the devil trying to say, look you can't even trust your friends, how could you trust a being who's letting you down! That's when you have to become warriors and fight! 

We need to get our spirit swords out and fight back to the devil and say no I won't be treat like this, I was created in the image of our Heavenly Father and I will not be defeated! 

I will forgive the bully, as it's good for my soul and it's harder than you think forgiving someone who hasn't asked for forgiveness, but that is what god wants his children to do.

Forgiveness is not a feeling - it's a decision we make because we want to do what's right before God. It's a quality decision that won't be easy and it may take time to get through the process, depending on the severity of the offense.

Joyce Meyer

Bullying makes people alone and vulnerable, we were created as daughters of god, not perfectly strong people who don't need help... we were created to be imperfect worshipers of Christ Jesus! He loves us even though we aren't perfect. 

The definition of perfection is something or someone that has no defects. By my understanding the only perfect being is God himself. 

God is love, hope, joy, protective, providing, pure, gentle, courageous, compassionate, light, holy, abundant, salvation, creative, life giver... and so much more! He is risen, the almighty God in which he loves you!

So if you are struggling with a bullying situation just remember Jesus died for you so you could live a free and joyous life! He loves you and you are no alone!

Activity: Instead of acting on your own in a tough situation, pray! Pray like you've never prayed before! Instead of asking for god to fix everything, try asking god for the patience and understanding of how you can fix things. He gave you free will and you need explore that free will with God's help and guidance. 

I found this informing video on Youtube recently and thought I'd share it with you. It's not my video but gives a really amazing message to everyone regarding bulling. 

Click here to watch the video...

Thank you for reading Part one of the Bullying, Bitterness and Belonging Blog.

Take Care and God Bless Girls

Jessica xoxo