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Pray when you don't know what to say!?!

2012-01-19T07:02:00.001-08:00

I found comfort in the following scripture:

And in the same way the Spirit also helps our weaknesses; for we do not know how to pray as we should, but the Spirit Himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words; and He who searches the hearts knows what the mind of the Spirit is, because He intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Romans 8:26-27

I am thankful that God helps my weaknessess when I communicate with him. I don't know how to pray as I should. It is the Spirit himself that intercedes for us. A interceder attempts to reconcile differences between two people or groups and that's what the Holy Spirit is between us and God. He mediates. What a great relationship to have.

Someone somewhere may need this... I know that I did. Have you ever prayed for something and it seemed like the situation didn't change? I know full well that God hears my prayers but I am convinced that HE answers them according to HIS will. If you have been praying for something for a while don't be discouraged and let God be God. Pray that the will of God is fulfilled in your life and rely on his sovereignty in all things. This poem by an unknown author blessed me. I pray it does the same for you.

I Asked God

I asked God to take away my pride.
God said, "No. It is not for me to take away,
but for you to give it up."

I asked God to make my handicapped child whole.
God said, "No. Her spirit is whole,
her body is only temporary."

I asked God to grant me patience.
God said, "No. Patience is a by-product of tribulations;
it isn�t granted, it is earned."

I asked God to give me happiness.
God said, "No. I give you blessings,
happiness is up to you."

I asked God to spare me pain.
God said, "No. Suffering draws you apart
from worldly cares and brings you closer to me."

I asked God to make my spirit grow.
God said, "No. You must grow on your own,
but I will prune you to make you fruitful."

I asked God for all things that I might enjoy life.
God said, "No. I will give you life
so that you may enjoy all things."

I asked God to help me LOVE others,
as much as God loves me. God said..."Ahhhh...
Finally you have the idea!"

Author unknown

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NOTHING WILL GET BETTER FOR YOU - Deal with it!!

2011-12-30T10:05:00.001-08:00

I don't mean that literally but have you heard that before? Well you don't have to listen to anyone diagnose failure... I think this will bless you. Read on.

Happy New Year everyone. I may not be actively online in the next few days but I wanted to share something with you. When I was diagnosed with MS the doctor confirmed that I had MS or multiple sclerosis. These were scars on my myelin sheath that were causing damage in my central nervous system... that was the diagnosis.

I cried like a baby for at least a month. Then it hit me.. multiple sclerosis is not a death threat it's just another journey in this thing called life. Medically, a diagnosis is the process of determining by examination the circumstances of a diseased condition. The spinal tap, the MRI and the other tests confirmed a medical degree for MS. Everyone who knows me knows that I view MS spiritually and physically. Spiritually, a diagnosis is a determining or analysis of the cause or nature of a problem or situation. Let's talk... flow with me for a second.

Spiritually, you may have been diagnosed as "a person that will never do better". People may be looking at your past, or your scars, and they can only diagnose you with failure based on what they see. Don't accept a FAILURE DIAGNOSIS! I understand that we all have made mistakes but that does not have to be the course of our life. That's just something that happened to teach us how to live better. Even though you may have been diagnosed with failure or damaging scars... don't let the diagnosis define your PROGNOSIS...

Medically, a prognosis is a forecasting of the probable course and outcome of a disease, especially of the chances of recovery. My diagnosis did not look promising. According to one doctor my mobility would not be certain before the age of thirty. He was forecasting the probable course of my disease. According to the circumstances I was wheelchair bound. Well, thank God there was a different prognosis. I am walking, working and becoming a thirty year old woman next week. God is definitely good.

Spiritually, your prognosis is the forecast of your future. Don't let a negative diagnosis define your prognosis. A matter of fact, don't let negative people define your life. You can and you will do better... if you trust God and believe you can have a positive prognosis. We all have a past but that has nothing to do with our present. Will you make mistakes again? You wouldn't be human if you didn't. The truth is we have a forgiving God and HE wants your love. So in a nutshell...No more damaging scars... no more sclerosis. Here's to you and your best life in 2012! ;)

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MS Won't Scar My Spirit in 2012

2011-12-29T18:05:00.001-08:00

MS has taken alot from me but I always said that it should not, could not and would not harm my spirit. Even though my initial diagnosis terrified me I have grown since 2006. In a few days I will be thirty years old. I have learned alot about my physical body and my spirit. Life tried to put limitations on me but God did not allow it to break me. I am determined to step out of my comfort zone. In all areas, I want to show people that I am not my scar. Will it be easy? No. Will it be worth it? Yes! It will be worth it because I am not the one doing it - it's literally the God in me doing it. If I had my way I would be lowkey all my life but when God has something for you to do - He gives no alternative. I'm ready!

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Her Secret - The Diagnosis

2011-12-19T16:06:00.000-08:00

EVERYBODY SHOULD VIEW THIS VIDEO:

I viewed the above video and it encouraged me so much that I shared it on Facebook. Even though this young lady was diagnosed with MS it did not change her character or her spirit towards God. I am happy that I got the opportunity to view this and I pray that others will do the same. Whether you have MS or not, this will bless you.

An MS Patient Loses Trust When She Finds Out Her Doctor Is Paid By Drug Companies

2011-12-12T13:38:00.000-08:00

An MS Patient Loses Trust When She Finds Out Her Doctor Is Paid By Drug Companies:
'via Blog this'

These types of things happen but it is important to know that we have a voice. If you have time, read the above article. Be advised that there are good doctors out there but if you feel that you are in a situation like this... you have options ;)

NMS India November 2011 Ministry report

2011-12-10T13:25:00.001-08:00

Many of you have sent your prayers to God in regards to my health. Thank you so much for interceding with me. Even though my physical body is in pain I am rejoicing. I received NMS India's November 2011 Ministry report and it was a blessing to me. Since we are all family I am sharing the good news with you. Read on...

November Month Ministry Report

Dear My Beloved Friend Quiyada , and All of My Family members, Greetings to you in the name of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ, iam very sorry I miss you soooooooooooo much, here we are all doing well and things are good with me,we thank you very much for your all the prayers and encouragements, we thank Almighty God , he is doing wonderful things with me and with our Indian Mission, couple months too we are very busy with Lord"s Work and we are reaching many unreached villages new place's and serving God with passion and with my all powers ,strengths and whole heart,

We have a great month November Month, because of we did lot"s of work in month of Novembr,

November 1^st, 2^nd and 3^rd we are in Munipalli Village, 3day"s we visited their all the house"s and we prayed them all,and evening time we arranged open air crusade"s,those 3day"s meetings grand success, many people healed from their sickness,God did Amazing wonderful things with this village people,we joined new people in church,lote of response by these crusade"s,

November 5^th and 6^th we are in Our church service"s,we participated in satuday night prayer meeting and Sunday morning church service"s, 2 new family members joined in our church service"s, we thank God for these new 2 hindu family"s, two Sunday school childrens service"s we running every Sunday at 2 different place"s many children"s are gathering and learing jesus Christ more and more, we are every week training them spiritually,Pretty Good childrens I love them sooooooooooooo much,

November 7,8, we visited Governament Hospitals and we distributed prayer cloths and gospel tracts for all the sick people,many people healed when we prayed holy spirit worked sooo..greatly,many people healed those who suffering with eveil attacks,Heart problems, diabetes, intestinal problems, prostrate problems,back pains and and so on.

November 10,11 vissited Tenali city, it"s 35 kilometers far way from my home city, there was one of my friend arranged 2 day"s prayer meetings, lot of people joined in that 2 day"s prayer meetings and many people got salvation, people heard word of God and God did many wonderful things in that 2 day"s meetings,we prayed them all, few people healed from their diseases when we prayed but they enjoyed in these 2 day"s when we are with them,God"s showed his power in this place"s people got peace and joy in their hearts when they participated in these meetings and heard our spiritual message"s,

November 14,15^th , we went out reach ministry work by my Motor Bike, 2000 gospel tracts we distributed and nearly 100 Houses(family"s) we visited, we shared with them all about the gospel of Jesus Christ,few people accepted jesus Christ, and few people didn't allowed me in their houses, but we prayed them all at out side of their houses,

November 21,22,23, we visited our village"s churche"s, we have few churche"s in some villages, so visited their all the churches and we encouraged our pastor"s Family's by the word of God, evening time we participated their church meetings, that's really great fellowship and iam very happy to see them, we are helping few fund"s for our pastor"s (for feeding their family"s)because of they have no other job"s they are full time pastor"s they completely depended upon on God, I just want to tell you one thing we are using for good purpose which was God"s Providing for me ,we are feeding many poor people"s in Guntur, widow's and orphans eating sufficient food at our church, we are providing sufficient food for these people every day at our church,we thank you very much for your all the kindful Prayer support, we have many financial need for doing much more work"s, so please pray for all the needs and help us with pure heart"s,we are looking for some Helping Hand"s for feeding more poor people widow's and orphans every day at our church,please keep this in your prayers,

Our all the church service"s going on very well, Every Sunday church 2 service"s, and two Sunday school childrens services,Wednesday bible study"s,Friday Fasting prayer meetings,and Saturday special prayer service"s these all meetings going on well,,lots of people attending, our all the church members participating in our all the church activities,

I just want to give all glory and praise and blessings to my Great God who is our strength and our help for his mercy endures forever. we appreciate for your prayers and we proud of you all, We hope your all well as we are here, continue to pray for my all the ministry "s financial needs,we are daily praying you alllllllllllllll,

We too pray that you will enjoy all the richest blessings of our wonderful Lord, We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you, next week I will send you some photos of our mission work,and children's,
We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you,

Saying, Amen: Blessing, and glory, and wisdom, and thanksgiving, and honour, and power, and might, be unto our God for ever and ever. Amen.

we love you sooooooooooooo much, we salute you all,

Your"s Family in India Pastor Gona Family and Joshua Gona

Quiyada Wilkerson Bethea

www.Quiyada.biz
1.757.745.YADA (9232)

SKYPE: quiyada.bethea

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Consider a donation to NMS for Christmas...

2011-12-06T19:19:00.000-08:00

Hey everyone! I hope you are enjoying your Christmas holiday and the spirit of the season. My mom always told me, "You never know until you ask. You can either get a Yes or a No." With that in mind, I am asking you to make a donation to No More Sclerosis. Every dollar that is given to NMS is sent directly to nonprofits that research a cure for multiple sclerosis or edify those who are coping with emotional scars.

Your donation is completely tax deductible and the minimum donation is only a dollar. Anyone can spare a dollar for such a worthy cause. If you know anyone that is affected by this disease you should make a donation in their honor. Even though science says there is no known cure for MS... all things are possible. To make your donation simply visit www.nomoresclerosis.com and thanks for your support.

Multiple Sclerosis Recurs, but Doesn’t Dim a Desire to Inspire - NYTimes.com

2011-12-03T12:24:00.000-08:00

Read the full story by clicking the article here Multiple Sclerosis Recurs, but Doesn’t Dim a Desire to Inspire - NYTimes.com:

This lady's story was very close to my heart because I'm glad she gave a voice to people like me. I love my job but I noticed the changes after MS. Office jobs can be hard for those with MS. I am thankful that God has blessed me to continue in my career. I may not be lifting heavy objects or standing on my feet all day but work is definitely challenging with MS. I read this and could relate to her story. I am glad NY Times gave this story to us. Trust me you will be inspired!

NMS INDIA UPDATE AND PRAISE REPORT!!

2011-07-16T06:06:00.001-07:00

Because our God is so good I wanted to forward this to you. Thanks for interceding on their behalf :)

Dear sister Quiyada Wilkerson
we thank you so much for your all the prayers, here we are all well by the grace of God and through your prayers,

here Investigating agencies have identified the two-wheeler in which one of the bombs of Wednesday's Mumbai serial blasts had been planted, Home Secretary R.K. Singh said Friday. Eleven CDs of CCTV footage were also being scanned for clues into the serial bombings, he added.

The country's top security official said cyber experts were tracing the origins of an e-mail that may give the investigators a clue about the bombings Wednesday evening that killed 17 people and left 131 injured.

'We have identified the scooter in which one of the bombs was planted,' Singh said on the sidelines of a function here.

'Now, we have all the people and the faces appeared. They have to be recognized to see whether they are locals or outsiders. That process is on. People who are not recognized have to be put through a data base... the suspicious people are being verified.'

i just want to say with you my special thanks for your prayers, we are daily praying for you and your ministry, we hope your all well as we are here,i miss you soooooooooooo much, Love you

your"s Family and Brother in India

Pastor Gona Joshua

Keep NMS India in your prayers...

2011-07-15T12:06:00.001-07:00

We are praying for our brothers and sisters in NMS India. They have undergone various terrorist attacks in their country and we know that God is international. He provides and protects worldwide. The following is a message I received from NMS India president, Pastor Gona and his family...

Dear My Family member sister Quiyada
Greetings to you in the name of our Lord and savior Jesus Christ, this is very very Emergence prayer request, please pray for my Country,
A Serial blasts struck Mumbai Wednesday evening, less than three years after the 26/11 terrorist attacks of 2008. The three blasts, in sequence, were timed at 6.30 pm, 6.45 pm, and 7 pm IST, and targeted in that order Zaveri Bazaar, Opera House and the Kabutarkhana area of Dadar West. Zaveri Bazaar, centre of the jewellery industry, is adjacent the iconic Mumbadevi temple from which the city derives its name; both Zaveri Bazaar and Kabutarkhana were also targeted in the 1993 serial blasts.A team of NIA officials, forensics experts and anti-terrorist operatives are en route to Bombay on a BSF special plane; an NSG unit is on standby on the ground. Home Minister P Chidambaram has chaired a meeting of senior Cabinet ministers and officials while Maharashtra Chief Minister Prithviraj Chauhan is coordinating relief and rescue operations on the ground.

The city, which has witnessed multiple acts of terrorism over the years, has been reacting with abnormal calm; citizens have been providing help and shelter to those in need with offers of help flooding social media sites such as Twitter... Those injured have been rushed to JJ and KEM hospital.

10:05 am: No leads in Mumbai bomb attacks

India's home affairs minister Palaniappan Chidambaram says investigators have no immediate leads as to who was behind the triple bombing in the city of Mumbai that killed 17 people. Chidambaram told a news conference Thursday that the blasts in three separate neighborhoods were "a coordinated terror attack." He says the bombs were made of ammonium nitrate and were not remotely triggered. There were no immediate leads as to the culprits and there were no intelligence warnings of a possible attack he added. He lowered the casualty toll to 17 confirmed deaths and 131 injuries. He said a severed head was found that could be an 18th casualty. He did not explain the discrepancy from an earlier government statement that confirmed 21 deaths.

i request you PLEASE PRAY FOR God"s Protection for Indians,thank you so much ,

we love you,
your"s Family in india
Pastor Gona

You may find contact information on their website which is linked on nomoresclerosis.blogspot.com ...

Delete your External Pathogens

2011-07-05T16:14:00.000-07:00

Don't let these buddies move in your spirit...

Antibodies, B Cells,T-Cell Activation, Immune Response:

"Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system begins attacking its own tissues rather than external pathogens"

I read this and got a spiritual aspect that is quite true. When we are scarred emotionally we tend to attack our own character rather than the external "pathogen". Pathogens, in health terms are, any disease-producing agent (especially a virus, bacterium or other microorganism). The article said that diseases like multiple sclerosis occur when the immune system begins attacking itself, rather than the external pathogens. Sometimes when emotional viruses or distress producing agents attack us we blame ourselves and start damaging our spirits - the same way physical MS does our body.

We may think, "Maybe it's my fault they betrayed me." or "Maybe if I had of done this it would've turned out different." We don't acknowledge the fact that an "external pathogen" is attacking us. If you were in a bad situation and someone else caused you distress don't let their actions cause a spiritual disease. No More (Spiritual) Sclerosis... don't allow yourself to give others that power. You have the right and the ability to say, "This will not cause me to think or talk differently. I will continue to walk into a productive future." It's your god-given right to have spiritual remission.

A QUICK UPDATE

2011-07-02T17:58:00.001-07:00

Greetings to you and yours...

It's been a while since I have posted but I want to advise you that NMS is doing well and a big event is being planned. This year we will begin our annual fundraising event for Montel Williams MS Foundation and an approved 501c3 charity that promotes spiritual remission. This is going to be the beginning of something great and your input and ideas are greatly appreciated. More information forthcoming but thanks in advance. TTYL :)

TWENTY THINGS TO REMEMBER

2011-02-11T07:40:00.000-08:00

TWENTY THINGS TO REMEMBER

1. Faith is the ability to not panic

2. If you worry, you didn't pray. If you prayed, don't worry.

3. As a child of God, prayer is kinda like calling home every day.

4. Blessed are the flexible, for they shall not be bent out of shape.

5. When we get tangled up in our problems, be still. God wants us to be still so He can untangle the knot.

6. Do the math. Count your blessings.

7. God wants spiritual fruit, not religious nuts.

8. Dear God. I have a problem. It's me.

9. Silence is often misinterpreted, but never misquoted.

10. Laugh every day – it's like inner jogging.

11. The most important things in your home are the people.

12. Growing old is inevitable, growing up is optional. (Preach it!)

13. There is no key to happiness. The door is always open. Come on in.

14. A grudge is a heavy thing to carry.

15. He who dies with the most toys is still dead.

16. We do not remember days but moments. Life moves too fast so enjoy your precious moments.

17. Nothing is real to you until you experience it; otherwise it's just heresay.

18. It's all right to sit on your pity pot every now and again. Just be sure to flush when you are done.

19. Surviving and living your life successfully requires courage. The goals and dreams you're seeking require courage and risk-taking. Learn from the turtle, it only makes progress when it sticks out its neck.

20. Be more concerned with your character than your reputation. Your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. No matter the storm, when you are with God, there's always a rainbow waiting. Leave gentle fingerprints on the soul of another for the angels to read. I don't want to get to the end of my life and find that I lived just the length of it. I want to have lived the width of it as well.

-Author Unknown

2011-02-05T20:21:00.001-08:00

I'm living each day to the max... No regrets just blessings and lessons learned.

A PERSONAL UPDATE

2010-10-27T08:46:00.001-07:00

Greetings to you!

It has been a while since I have posted to NMS and please forgive me for not doing so. The flesh has been under attack but I know that all things are working together for my good. I have been dealing with the various effects of MS. I have been having eye tremors which causes involuntary twitching and my mouth has been twisted for a couple of days. I am telling you this because I am in need of your fervent prayers..

In the midst of all the adversity I give God praise because he has strengthen my spirit through the good friendships and connections I have in the spirit. I am grateful for all the well wishes I have received from Indiana to India. I thank God for all the love you have shown me and I am devoted to this cause more than ever. Even though we may be attacked in many areas God is still God. He will have the final say.

I was online this week and ran across a blog from a survivor of Multiple Sclerosis. Her blog is located here: http://melodyejoy.wordpress.com/category/multiple-sclerosis/. She said something that sparked my spirit. She quoted a scripture that all of us know but it hit home for me more intensely this week. It is Psalms 30:5 (Amplified) "For His anger is but for a moment, but His favor is for a lifetime or in His favor is life. Weeping may endure for a night, but joy comes in the morning."

My husband held my hand last night as I wept like a baby. Sometimes our humanity gets the best of us... we feel pain. I recently have been reacting to it instead of doing what I usually do... going to God. He reminded me that God has my back. Even though it seems bleak he is still God.

I wiped my eyes and realized that he is telling the truth... I need to eat better, exercise, go to bed on time... do my part. God will handle his end. I'm sure.

Loving you,

O'Jays singer reveals long battle with multiple sclerosis

2010-05-27T06:27:00.001-07:00

THE OJAYS!

Alot of us know how to keep the face of MS under control. We know how to look like we are holding a pretty normal life. The truth is, we are holdiing pretty normal lives. Even though we may have been diagnosed with this ugly disease we continue to live productive lives. It has different effects for many people thus the name, "multiple sclerosis".

A member of the well knowed group the OJays recently admitted that he had been dealing with the disease for over three decades. His story can be found here: http://news.yahoo.com/s/nm/20100526/music_nm/us_ojays

It's a good read and very encouraging for those who are dealing with this struggle. As Montel often says, "I may have MS but MS does not have me!"

My latest HateMail and Instructions on How to Leave NoMoreSclerosis!

2010-05-13T06:43:00.001-07:00

Even though I got this vicious email this morning...

THE SMILE CANNOT BE DEFERRED!

I recently sent a message to "members" of No More Sclerosis to let them know that the group will be reduced to 120 members by June 2010. Some people responded requesting their stay. Others responded in a not so friendly way. Maybe some people do not remember becoming members, voluntarily. I never asked anyone to become a member of the group and I never automatically enrolled anyone. However, some people just have the mind to be nasty. Here is the email I got today:

I WANT TO BE UNSUBSCRIBED FROM THIS SITE!! i KEEPSENDING E-MAILS. WHATS A N**** GOITTA DO TO GET THA F*** UP OFF THIS SITE??????????????? pLEASE QUIT SENDIN YOUR S*** TO MY MAILBOX. ENOUGH TO HAVE THIS HORRIBLE DISEASE, BUT THEN TO HAVE SOME LOONEY CHICK KEEP SENDIN ME GARBAGE IS ALMOST INTOLERABLE DO YOU REALLY NEED THE ATTN THAT BAD??!?? U-THA-F***-SUBSCRIBE ME B****!!!! GET UP OFF MY N*** YOU GETS NONE OF THESE!!!
OH YEAH GETALIFE

What this user fails to realize is that they signed up for No More Sclerosis and I had nothing to do with that. However, if anyone wants to leave the group they can. Click here for instructions on leaving. I cannot do this on my own. If you do not want to receive emails from the mailing list provided by Yahoo you can leave by visiting the group at http://yahoogroups.com/nomoresclerosis. There is never any obligation to stay and I hope people don't feel that way. Thanks.

For all the people who enjoy my content thank you and I appreciate your long support.

MARIJUANA AS A MEDICINE!?! Your input is requested...

2010-04-26T06:21:00.001-07:00

Touchy topic? You can bet your Avonex it is! I am willing to open this up for discussion within NMS so let's have at it! You first!

Is this an active means of treatment that needs to be evaluated or is this a reason to get high? View the video and comment. I would love your input!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEOoa6Q4Bds

Wanna view the documentary online for free? Visit the following link:

http://www.topdocumentaryfilms.com/the-union-the-business-behind-getting-high

All responses welcomed... Pros, Cons, or Otherwise!

ADVERSITY OR BLESSING?

2010-03-26T11:25:00.001-07:00

GOT QUESTIONS FOR GOD?

Don't we all... but this following quote may be insightful... take a read:

"ADVERSITY CAN DISTRESS US OR BLESS US The way we use adversity is strictly our own choice, For in God's Hands adversity can make the heart rejoice — For everything God sends to us, no matter in what form, Is sent with plan and purpose for by the fierceness of a storm the atmosphere is changed and cleared and the earth is washed and clean. ...The 'high winds of adversity' can make restless souls serene — And while it's very difficult for mankind to understand God's intentions and His purpose and the workings of His Hand, If we observe the miracles that happen every day We cannot help but be convinced that in His wondrous way God makes what seemed unbearable and painful and distressing, Easily acceptable when we view it as a blessing." -Helen Steiner Rice

VIEW YOUR SITUATION AS A BLESSING AND WATCH GOD USE IT!

TAKE TIME TO LIVE

2010-03-22T07:43:00.001-07:00

Time to Live

Okay people, it's spring time. If you were lucky enough you got to enjoy the weather with family and friends. We all have alot on our plates whether MS or otherwise. Take this time to live your life and enjoy it to the max. I can honestly say I had a great time this weekend. I carried the kids to the beach. We played in the sun and all. It made me realize that even the big problems in my life are not mine to fix. It all belongs to God. The battle really is mine. Take time to enjoy your life not just in good days but bad days. Go out for a breath of fresh air. Enjoy your family and friends. Life is too short to live in a regretful, resentful mood. It is meant to be enjoyed. The hard times only come to make us strong. Enjoy your life and live. I plan to... now who is having the next cookout. :)

YOU WANNA FIGHT?

2010-03-01T12:58:00.001-08:00

I am a fighter!

No, I have not been in any physical altercations to declare this but I believe that all of us have a fighter in us. What does it mean to fight? Well, I found a good definition on Brainy Quote.

It said that when you fight you are contending for victory. I believe anyone that is up against something should contend for victory. When you contend you strive for something. In this life we should strive for victory, or strive for success in overcoming a difficult situation or an obstacle.

What is the use of going through life otherwise or with any other attempt or purpose? Yea life is hard. That is obvious.Yea we need or want more... so how do we attack opposition or failure. We don't give in to it or let it run us crazy... we fight. Are you a fighter? I am!

How to Get Your Daily Dose of Vitamins - Shannon Wills

2010-02-01T11:02:00.001-08:00

Some of us are quick to run to the medicine cabinet for any and everything. I have been given the fortune of knowing some insighful people. Shannon Wills would like to post an article to NMS about vitamins.... take a look:

How to Get Your Daily Dose of Vitamins

We hear the same thing time and again; our parents exhorted us to eat our vegetables and fruits because they were chock-full of vitamins and other nutrients; and we've learned at school in science class how vitamin deficiencies can lead to illness and chronic conditions. So how do you ensure that you get your daily dose of vitamins?

· Vitamin A: A diet rich in green vegetables like spinach, broccoli, kale and collard greens, carrots, eggs, liver, and fruits like pumpkin, mango and apricots is essential if you want your daily requirement of Vitamin A. This vitamin is necessary for good vision, great skin, a healthy immune system, and antioxidant activity.

· Vitamin B6: This vitamin helps regulate your hormone levels, boosts energy, strengthens your nervous system, helps to reduce your risk of heart disease by lowering bad cholesterol and triglycerides, and helps to synthesize fats, proteins and carbohydrates. Most foods are rich in Vitamin B6, so you don't find too many people with a deficiency of this vitamin unless they have some abnormality or are extreme alcoholics; in general, bananas, lean meat like chicken and turkey, fish, potatoes, avocados, garlic, and most fruits and vegetables are good sources of Vitamin B6.

· Vitamin B12: This vitamin is found mostly in animal sources and its deficiency is a cause for worry in vegetarians and vegans who have to turn to supplements to ensure that they get their required dose of Vitamin B12. It is necessary for the synthesis of proteins, boost cell formation and maintain a healthy nervous system. Clam, liver, milk, yoghurt, oysters, beef, ham, eggs and chicken are good sources of Vitamin B12. Most B vitamins are water soluble and so distributed all over your body. Any excess is flushed out with your body waste.

· Vitamin C: You need to constantly provide your body with this essential vitamin because it cannot be stored in your body. Citrus fruits like oranges, grapefruits and lemons are rich in Vitamin C and the best way to provide your body with this vitamin is to drink fresh juices of these fruits. Vitamin C has antioxidant properties and boosts your immune system so that you don't fall ill often. Besides these fruits, you could also eat more of raw fruits and vegetables to boost your intake of Vitamin C.

· Vitamin D: This vitamin is absolutely essential for calcium to be absorbed efficiently by your body, and since your body cannot produce it naturally and most natural foods are low in this vitamin, you must rely on supplements for your Vitamin D requirement. Sunlight is the best source of this vitamin, but since too much direct and harsh sunlight causes skin problems and cancer, people tend to drink milk or orange juice fortified with Vitamin D. Low levels of this vitamin could lead to heart disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and even cancer. A few natural foods that contain Vitamin D are fish, cheese, egg yolk, beef and liver.

By-line:

This article is written by Shannon Wills, who writes on the topic of Physical Therapy Assistant Schools . She welcomes your comments at her email id : shannonwills23@gmail.com .

SUICIDE

2010-01-21T12:48:00.001-08:00

SUICIDE

is the intentional taking of one's own life or the destruction of one's own interests or prospects

It seems like the end, "How could they?" "How could I?" (Bang) The gunshot just ended the entire story prematurely. No lesson to learn because there is no more time to use... it is ended.

On several occassions I attempted suicide. The only thing that scared me more was the fact that I would end the prospect of a better life due to my fault. So in that case I reviewed hope vs. suicide.

What if the gun hadn't of jammed? What if the pills actually did what I thought I wanted them to do? What if I really took my own life? I wouldn't have the chance to write this email. I wouldn't have learned the lessons from my scars - both physically and spiritually. In every situation there is a chance that life can be better. When you end your own life you unsuspectedly state that God can't do anything to fix it either. So you will take the situation in your own hands, rather than wait on him to do anything. I hope you or your loved one thinks about this differently. Come to the realization that God is going to be God regardless even in your situation.

It's comforting to know that he has a plan despite what our situation may appear to be. There is a light and we can embrace it. What joy it is to know that you don't have to live this life on your own or with your own guidance.

Choose not to end life in this or any other situation... God has our days numbered, not us. You don't know what tomorrow entails but he does. Trust him and lean on his understanding and not yours. Be encouraged and remember you can email NMS anytime you want... or call to talk... we are always here... More importantly... GOD IS..

HAVE COMPLETE JOY!

2010-01-19T12:08:00.001-08:00

MY JOY IS COMPLETE

JOY - the emotion of great delight or happiness caused by something exceptionally good or satisfying; keen pleasure; elation

COMPLETE - thorough; entire; total; undivided, uncompromised, or unmodified

Is my life perfect? By no means! Do I have everything I want? Not me! But I can sufficiently say my joy is complete.

My happiness that is caused by God is entire, total, unmodified and uncompromised.. Nothing and nobody can affect my happiness because my relationship with God has made my joy complete.

There are many things we can and could complain about. There are many scars and situations that we wish we could change but make today different. Make a conscious decision to have complete joy. Be completely joyous. Don't depend on mere man to make you joyful but give this responsibility to God. Make it your business to be happy. There are situations in my life that could affect me negatively but I have decided that this life is not abundant when I living it unhappily. In every situation I will see God. I may not see the outcome but I know He has it in his control. Because of that, my joy is complete. How about you?

As always the Bible speaks profoundly how I feel, in the Message transation: (I'm making it personal in bold)

1 John 1:3
(I have) seen it, (I have) heard it, and now (I am) telling you so you can experience it along with (me), this experience of communion with the Father and his Son, Jesus Christ. (My) motive for writing is simply this: (I) want you to enjoy this, too. Your joy will double (my) joy!

NMS Response to the Earthquake in Haiti and QOTW - Natural disasters?

2010-01-15T10:48:00.001-08:00

I wanted to respond to this earlier but time did not permit. When disasters happen both naturally and spiritually we tend to question, "Where is God in all this?" Our prayers and hearts go out to the people affected by the hurricane in Haiti. There is never a straightforward answer to Why because we never know the mind of God. However, we must always remember that He is sovereigh and behind it all there is an answer. Even if we can't understand it or phathom it we must continue to realize he is in control. As always, we are praying but we know that they need our financial support. Do the best you can to make a charitable donation to a charity of your choice that will securely make available their needs.

We are praying for you and them today and everyday. GotQuestions offers Biblical insight to likewise situations... take a read...

Question: "Why does God allow natural disasters, i.e. earthquakes, hurricanes, and tsunamis?"

Answer: Why does God allow earthquakes, tornados, hurricanes, tsunamis, typhoons, cyclones, mudslides, and other natural disasters? Tragedies such as the 2004 tsunami in Asia, Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the 2008 cyclone in Myanmar, and the 2010 earthquake in Haiti cause many people to question God's goodness. It is distressing that natural disasters are often termed "acts of God" while no "credit" is given to God for years, decades, or even centuries of peaceful weather. God created the whole universe and the laws of nature (Genesis 1:1). Most natural disasters are a result of these laws at work. Hurricanes, typhoons, and tornados are the results of divergent weather patterns colliding. Earthquakes are the result of the earth's plate structure shifting. A tsunami is caused by an underwater earthquake..

The Bible proclaims that Jesus Christ holds all of nature together (Colossians 1:16-17). Could God prevent natural disasters? Absolutely! Does God sometimes influence the weather? Yes, as we see in Deuteronomy 11:17 and James 5:17. Numbers 16:30-34 shows us that God sometimes causes natural disasters as a judgment against sin. The book of Revelation describes many events which could definitely be described as natural disasters (Revelation chapters 6, 8, and 16). Is every natural disaster a punishment from God? Absolutely not.

In much the same way that God allows evil people to commit evil acts, God allows the earth to reflect the consequences sin has had on creation. Romans 8:19-21 tells us, "The creation waits in eager expectation for the sons of God to be revealed. For the creation was subjected to frustration, not by its own choice, but by the will of the one who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be liberated from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God." The fall of humanity into sin had effects on everything, including the world we inhabit. Everything in creation is subject to "frustration" and "decay." Sin is the ultimate cause of natural disasters just as it is the cause of death, disease, and suffering..

We can understand why natural disasters occur. What we do not understand is why God allows them to occur. Why did God allow the tsunami to kill over 225,000 people in Asia? Why did God allow Hurricane Katrina to destroy the homes of thousands of people? For one thing, such events shake our confidence in this life and force us to think about eternity. Churches are usually filled after disasters as people realize how tenuous their lives really are and how life can be taken away in an instant. What we do know is this: God is good! Many amazing miracles occurred during the course of natural disasters that prevented even greater loss of life. Natural disasters cause millions of people to reevaluate their priorities in life. Hundreds of millions of dollars in aid is sent to help the people who are suffering. Christian ministries have the opportunity to help, minister, counsel, pray, and lead people to saving faith in Christ! God can, and does, bring great good out of terrible tragedies (Romans 8:28).

Recommended Resource: Disappointment with God by Philip Yancey.