Category: Guidance

Trust Your Journey

Trust Your Journey

LaPorter7 Replies
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Stay patient and trust your journey. – Unknown Author

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! I cannot believe it is December 1st already. Where did the year go? Lately, I have been struggling with my son’s behavior problems at home/school, transitioning back to full-time work, and dealing with grief due to the holidays, birthdays, etc. I thought it would be nice to hold myself accountable by writing a blog encouraging my spirit.

ORDER MY STEPS

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. (Psalm 37:23)

God, please order my steps on today! Give me direction. Guide my mind (thoughts), body (movement) and spirit (soul) each day. Open my spiritual eyes so that I can see the plans you have for me. Open my heart so that I can forgive those who have hurt me in the past. God allow me to trust you and to trust my journey.

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Moreover, when we pray for God’s guidance and for discernment through the Holy Spirit, we can be rest assured that God will provide wisdom to his children.

Here’s some spiritual ways to help you prepare for God’s guidance:

• Cleansing – It is important to examine our own lives. What in my life will hinder me from seeing or receiving God’s guidance?

• Surrendering – You have to surrender your will to God and you must bring your will under submission to His.

• Asking – Understand that you can ask anything according to God’s will and he hears your request(s).

• Meditating on God’s Word – God often times use His word to reveal things to His children.

• Believing – Have faith in God and believe that God will answer your prayer. Then, give you the necessary guidance to make it through your situation.

• Waiting – Be patient and remember that it is not our timing, but God’s timing.

• Receiving – God has our best interest at heart so always be prayerful and listen for His response.

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STEPS FOR YOU TO FOLLOW

For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death. (Psalm 48:14)

Despite what I may be going through right now, I know that God always have my best interest at heart as He order my steps from day to day. Now, we know as long as we live, troubles will come. Instead of sinking in the sand, let’s prepare ourselves instead.

Here’s some steps for you to follow the next time you face a challenge in life:

• Step 1 – Spend time in a quiet place where you can be alone with no distractions.

• Step 2 – Light a candle to set the mood.

• Step 3 – Quiet yourself before God for a few minutes and then thank God for being present with you.

• Step 4 – Then, thank God for blessings in your life. This practice builds confidence that no matter what challenges you face in life, there are still blessings to celebrate.

• Step 5 – Now, make your request known to God. State your challenge and what you need.

• Step 6 – Ask God how you can honor Him in this situation. Pause. Be still and see what comes to you.

• Step 7 – Don’t try to process the thoughts. Just write them down and reflect on them later.

As you can see, we have to make our requests known to God and build our relationship with Him. As we read and study God’s Word we are reminded of God’s guidance throughout our lives. God is our Heavenly Father and God is our Shepherd who leads us daily.

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POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS

Positive affirmations make you smile and feel good about yourself. Even if you don’t believe the words today, keep reciting them while looking in a mirror. Before long, you will be more confident and begin to feel ever word in your spirit. After all, making time every day to recite positive affirmations is good for your soul.

Here’s a few positive affirmations to help you stay focused throughout your journey:

• I am worthy and I love myself.

• I am in love with myself and my body.

• I am proud of myself and I choose to be happy.

• My possibilities are endless.

• I will not worry about things I cannot control.

• I will release my negative thoughts and feelings.

• My thoughts become my reality.

• I can leave my worries behind me.

• I am grateful for life and all it has to offer.

• I am becoming more confident every day.



JOURNAL PROMPTS

If you meditate on God’s promises and picture them in your life, you won’t settle for anything less than God’s best. – Leon Fontaine

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track. Journaling also allows for past reflection, future insight, and present surrender. Now, close your eyes and clear your mind. Grab your pen/pencil. Open your journal or notebook. Ready, set, write!

• Write a letter to God thanking Him for ordering your steps.

• Have you ever felt forsaken by God? If so, write about it and reflect on it.

• When have you felt you deserved something you wanted and couldn’t get it?

• The area where I need to put more trust in God is ___________________.

• One lesson I learned from scripture this week is _____________________.

• An act of obedience God is prompting me to take is __________________.

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TIME TO SHARE & COMMENT

Let’s talk. God is always ready to listen, to guide, to direct, to protect, and to love His children. How can God order your steps on today? Do you find time to sit in your quiet place to listen for God’s direction and guidance? Do you pray to God often and wait patiently to receive God’s response? Share your thoughts in the comments section. I look forward to reading your feedback!


Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Motherly Love

Motherly Love

LaPorter6 Replies
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A mother’s love cannot be measured. It’s a brilliant gem to be treasured.

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Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Happy Mother’s Day to all of the well-deserved women reading this blog today. Mother’s Day is a holiday honoring motherhood that is observed in different forms throughout the world. Today, should be all about honoring you and showing how much your family appreciates and loves you. Mother’s Day is bitter sweet for me since I lost my mother in December 2015. In honor of my mother, Rosalynn K. Russell, I wrote two poems as I struggled through my first phase of grief.

STILL HERE – Written by Latisha Porter

Still here…your spirit lives within me, I can feel you, but I cannot see;
Your beautiful face that often lit up a room, makes us wonder if you left too soon;
Still here…your presence surrounds me day by day, sometimes I cannot find the words to say;
I love you, I miss you, I cry myself to sleep;
No one seems to understand me cause my emotions are so deep.
Still here…your love will forever be in my heart, even though you’re gone, we’ll never be apart…Still here!

Mothering is the gospel lived out as you hold your child’s heart in beauty, prayer, and patience. It’s not the big decision, but the little ones, trusting God through it all. – Elizabeth Hawn

Thank You – Written by Latisha Porter

Thank you for giving me life and raising me up in a positive way;
Thank you for the hugs, kisses and trust to care for you until the very last day.
Thank you for your strength and courage along the way;
Thank you for your beautiful spirit that often times stay;
Right here in my heart…no matter what, we’ll never grow apart!

POSITIVE AFFIRMATIONS

Surround yourself with only people who are going to lift you higher. – Oprah Winfrey

Did you know that positive affirmations are used to reprogram the subconscious mind and to encourage us to believe certain things about ourselves or about the world and our place in it? Positive affirmations are also used to help us create the reality we want in life. Now, with that said, please recite these positive affirmations every day and look in a mirror as you say them. Repeat them until you feel it in your soul and you begin to believe every word.

• I am a good mother.

• I must take care of myself so I can take care of those I love.

• I love my family and I love myself.

• There is a value in everything I do.

• I am exactly who and what my children need.

• My family loves and values me as a mother.

• I am worthy of the love, support, and appreciation I receive from my family.

• It’s okay to need, want, and take a break from my family to be alone.

MOTHER’S DAY QUOTES

When you look at your mother, you’re looking at the purest love you’ll ever know.

Here’s a few of my favorite Mother’s Day quotes:

• A mother’s heart is like a rose, always open, always loving.

• Mothers hold their children’s hands for a short while, but their hearts forever.

• A mother is your first friend, your best friend, your forever friend.

• Mom’s bring life into the world, love into our hearts, and joy into our homes.

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DID YOU KNOW…

• Ann Reeves Jarvis of West Virginia helped start Mother’s Day Work Clubs to teach local women how to properly care for their children.

• In 1868, Ann Reeves Jarvis organized Mother’s Friendship Day at which mothers gathered with former Union and Confederate soldiers to promote reconciliation.

• In 1870, Julia Ward Howe wrote the Mother’s Day Proclamation which was a call to action that asked mothers to unite in promoting world peace.

• In 1873, Julia Ward Howe campaigned for a Mother’s Peace Day to be celebrated every June 2.

• The official Mother’s Day holiday arose in the 1900s as a result of the efforts of Anna Jarvis, daughter of Ann Reeves Jarvis.

• In May 1908, Anna Jarvis organized the first official Mother’s Day celebration at a Methodist church in Grafton, West Virginia.

• By 1912 many states, towns and churches had adopted Mother’s Day as an annual holiday.

• In 1914, President Woodrow Wilson signed a measure officially establishing the second Sunday in May as Mother’s Day.

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TIME FOR REFLECTION – JOURNAL PROMPTS

A mother instructs with wisdom, guides through example, trains by love. – Roy Lessin

Journaling is a powerful way to process events in your life, build self-awareness, get more clarity, and keep yourself on track.

• Write a letter or poem to your mother expressing your gratitude and appreciation.

• I am incredibly grateful for _________________________.

• My favorite thing to do by myself is ______________________.

• My favorite thing to do with my family is __________________.

• What do you like about yourself as a mother, sister, aunt, friend, etc.?

• What makes you feel nourished in your mind, body, and spirit?

• How do you add value to the world and those around you?

• How can you show yourself more love?

• What is your favorite part of your daily routine?

• What do you want your legacy to be?

In the United States, Mother’s Day continues to be celebrated by presenting mothers with cards, candy, flowers, jewelry, and/or taking our mothers out to eat at her favorite restaurant. While this is great, make it a priority to celebrate mothers throughout the year by giving her compliments, appreciating her more, and supporting her endeavors! Peace and blessings!



Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Spoken Truth

Spoken Truth

LaPorter9 Replies
Spoken Truth, Love Yourself, Honesty, Truth, Respect, Trust, Relationships, Reflection
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The truth is rarely pure and never simple. – Oscar Wilde

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There are 4 very important words in life: love, honesty, truth, respect. Without these in your life, you have nothing. – Unknown Author

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! Spoken truth can be defined as an individual who speaks facts only. For example, God is the spoken truth. When I think of spoken truth, I think of love, honesty, truth, and respect. How do you define spoken truth? As you think about your personal experiences, remember how important it is to love yourself, have honesty, know truth when you hear it, and respect yourself and others.

Thought for the week – Wake up, smile, and tell yourself today is my day.

HOW TO LOVE YOURSELF

Love yourself first and everything falls into line. – Unknown Author

Have you ever heard of the saying, “Remember to take care of yourself; You can’t pour from an empty cup?” Take a moment, right now, right where you are, and commit to loving yourself. Choosing to love yourself is not a selfish act. Believe it or not, when you begin to love yourself, your whole world will become better. You will have a whole new way of thinking about yourself and others. To love yourself will give you a deep appreciation for who you are.

Today is the day you can love yourself totally by doing the following:

• Falling in love with yourself.

• Being kind and positive.

• Acknowledging your effort.

• Guarding your energy.

• Carving out me time.

• Forgiving yourself for your mistakes.

• Don’t believe everything you think.

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BENEFITS OF HONESTY

Honesty has a power very few people can handle. – Unknown Author

Honesty is a good way to live your life. One of the main reasons why honesty is important in our lives is trust. Trust is important because happiness cannot exist without it. Honesty is one of the key components to character and one of the most admired traits of any successful, responsible person. In addition, honesty helps to build trust and improve relationships.

In addition, being honest offers the following benefits in our daily lives:

• Honesty is the easiest choice – Believe it or not, it’s your choice to live an honest life.

• Honesty reveals your character – Allow others to see a snapshot of who you really are.

• Honesty gives you freedom – You have the ability to live free from false representation.

• Honesty gives you credibility – People will believe you and trust you mean what you say.

• Honesty keeps you out of trouble – You will have a greater chance of staying out of trouble throughout life.

TELLING THE TRUTH

The truth is still the truth, even if no one believes it. – Unknown Author

We were taught as children that telling the truth is good and telling lies is bad. As you can see, honesty and truth work together. Also, telling the truth causes one to back it up with actions which shows respect as well. Remember, truth will always prevail. Truth also gives closure from the past and provides a clear path to the future. Truth brings hope to people and helps to identify who you are.

Keep these thoughts in mind as you communicate with others throughout life:

• Look for the truth.

• Accept it when you discover it.

• Forgive and correct your mistakes.

• Seek professional help if you need it.

• See yourself in the future.

• Give yourself time to adjust.

• The truth will set you free.

SHOW RESPECT

Respect is one of the greatest expressions of love. – Unknown Author

Respect is a positive feeling or action shown towards someone or something considered important or held in high esteem. Respect conveys a sense of admiration for good or valuable qualities. When you show respect, you strive to be polite and kind.

Below you will find some other ways to show respect in your life:

• Be honest about who you are.

• Be sincere and show gratitude.

• Compliment the achievements of others.

• Offer your assistance to others.

• Respect the abilities of others.

• Maintain integrity and listen to others.

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HOW TO BUILD TRUST

Trust can be rebuilt. It takes time, communication and pure honesty. – Unknown Author

Trust is something that two people in a relationship can build together when they decide to trust each other. When you decide to build trust it’s important to know yourself and your intentions. Be open to positive and negative feedback from others. Make sure to be reliable nd allow others to have confidence in you.

Here’s some ways to help you build trust in your life:

• Be honest and keep your word.

• Be transparent and share yourself.

• Give without any strings attached.

• Honor your promises.

• Be consistent.

• Speak from the heart.

• Express your feelings.

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TIME FOR REFLECTION – JOURNAL PROMPTS

Honesty is the first chapter in the book of wisdom. – Thomas Jefferson

• How do you define spoken truth?

• What am I feeling today and what thoughts are creating that feeling?

• What would be my ideal life?

• Who do you see when you look in the mirror?

• What are 5 things I could do to take better care of myself daily?

• Who do you want to be surrounded by?

• What learned beliefs are you holding on to which aren’t true to your authentic self?

• How do you feel about honesty?

• Is the glass half empty or half full?

Today, I face my life experiences with an open mind, plenty of love, honesty, truth, and respect. Today, I speak with kindness and I am gentle. Today, I will act with intention. I am grounded. I am loved. I am enough. Spoken truth allows you to stay patient and trust your journey!



Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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Order My Steps

Order My Steps

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For this God is our God for ever and ever: he will be our guide even unto death. (Psalm 48:14)

Something to Think About – Rest in the assurance that God has everything worked out for you.

Welcome back to Renew Inspiration! God, please order my steps on today! Give me direction. Guide my mind (thoughts), body (movement) and spirit (soul) each day. Open my spiritual eyes so that I can see the plans you have for me. Open my heart so that I can forgive those who have hurt me in the past. I know that God have an interest in my life. Despite what I may be going through right now, I know that God always have my best interest at heart as He order my steps from day to day. We have to make our requests known to God and build our relationship with Him. As we read and study God’s Word we are reminded of God’s guidance throughout our lives. God is our Heavenly Father and God is our Shepherd who leads us daily. God wants his children to follow the path that leads to joy and contentment. When we pray for God’s guidance and for discernment through the Holy Spirit, we can be rest assured that God will provide wisdom to his children.

The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord: and he delighteth in his way. (Psalm 37:23)


Here’s some spiritual ways to find genuine Godly guidance within our lives:

• Cleansing – It is important to examine our own lives. What in my life will hinder me from seeing or receiving God’s guidance?

• Surrendering – You have to surrender your will to God and you must bring your will under submission to His.

• Asking – Understand that you can ask anything according to God’s will and he hears your request(s).

• Meditating on God’s Word – God often times use His word to reveal things to His children.

• Believing – Have faith in God and believe that God will answer your prayer. Then, give you the necessary guidance to make it through your situation.

• Waiting – Be patient and remember that it is not our timing, but God’s timing.

• Receiving – God has our best interest at heart so always be prayerful and listen for His response.

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As you can see, there is no need to worry about our next step or about what tomorrow will bring because we know who guides our every step. Remember, don’t rush your day without going into your quiet place to seek guidance from God for every step, every choice, and every decision.

Here’s 5 things to watch for when seeking God’s guidance throughout life:

• Strong fleshly desires – We must ask ourselves, “what’s the will of my Heavenly Father?”

• Wrong counsel – Everyone can offer advice, but they don’t have to suffer the consequences. Go directly to God with your problems asking Him to guide your next step(s).

• Impatience – It’s important to wait patiently for further instructions from God. Don’t rush to move ahead throughout the process.

• Doubt – Don’t never doubt God or think you are not worthy enough to hear from God.

• Pressures of life – There’s external pressures from family and friends. These people don’t know God’s will for your life so be careful not to get trapped. There’s also time pressure. Don’t allow yourself to make quick decisions that may impact your life in negative ways.

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TIME FOR REFLECTION

Now, we know as long as we live, troubles will come. Instead of sinking in the sand, let’s prepare ourselves instead. Follow these steps the next time you face a challenge in life or a difficult decision for which you seek God’s guidance.

• Step 1 – Spend time in a quiet place where you can be alone with no distractions.

• Step 2 – Light a candle to set the mood.

• Step 3 – Quiet yourself before God for a few minutes and then thank God for being present with you.

• Step 4 – Then, thank God for blessings in your life. This practice builds confidence that no matter what challenges you face in life, there are still blessings to celebrate.

• Step 5 – Now, make your request known to God. State your challenge and what you need.

• Step 6 – Ask God how you can honor Him in this situation. Pause. Be still and see what comes to you.

• Step 7 – Don’t try to process the thoughts. Just write them down and reflect on them later.

Repeat these steps over a week or so and see what repeating themes or actions emerge. Ask God to show you the next step. Remember, don’t rush to the end result in your mind, just wait for the next step.

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JOURNAL PROMPTS

If you meditate on God’s promises and picture them in your life, you won’t settle for anything less than God’s best. – Leon Fontaine

• Write a letter to God thanking Him for ordering your steps and giving you direction.

• Have you ever felt forsaken by God? If so, write about it and reflect on it.

• When have you felt you deserved something you wanted and couldn’t get it?

• The area where I need to put more trust in God is ___________________.

• One lesson I learned from scripture this week is _____________________.

• An act of obedience God is prompting me to take is __________________.

• The most significant area of my life that is not finding its way into my journal is __________________.


LET’S PRAY

Our Father, I want to thank you for your daily guidance. Forgive me for getting ahead of your plans and trying to figure my life out on my own. Teach me how to slow down, stop and listen for your direction. I understand that your ways are perfect. I need you dear God. Thank you for offering gentle grace and mercy throughout this journey called life. You know every decision I need to make and every challenge I face. I need your Holy Spirit to give me strength, wisdom and direction forever. In Jesus’ Mighty Name, Amen.

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SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS/COMMENTS

God is always ready to listen, to guide, to direct, to protect, and to love His children. How can God order your steps on today? Do you find time to sit in your quiet place to listen for God’s direction and guidance? Do you pray to God often and wait patiently to receive God’s response?

Believe in yourself today, tomorrow and forever!

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