Girls,
Something has been on my heart lately and that is writing a short devotional for you to think about and delve into some of the issues we talked about at the retreat .... well, today day#1 of the devotion is available for you to download and do....and in a week or so, the completed product will be up!
You can download it by going here: http://www.vocals4god.com/contact.html
Remember, true beauty isn't all of the clothes and makeup in the world, it's letting Christ's light and love shine from your inside out. Think about that today and check back soon for a devotion on another issue we talked about at the retreat!
Friday, June 17, 2011
Thursday, June 9, 2011
Mrs. Janell's going SKYDIVING!
Girls, let's help Mrs. Janell get the word out about "The Gathering" .... did you know Mrs. Janell is trying to raise $1,000 by June 19 and then she's going to go SKYDIVING to help create awareness (as she said, "FREE FALL FOR FREEDOM!")? Let's help her!
Here's the information on her website: http://www.janellrardon.com/the-gathering.html
Here's the information on her website: http://www.janellrardon.com/the-gathering.html
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Follow up from retreat #2: He makes BEAUTIFUL THINGS!
Girls, do you remember during our Q&A Session when one girl asked, "Do you think I'm beautiful? Am I beautiful?" I told you then and I want to tell you again - YES!!!!!!
I've heard this song on Klove so many times this week and it reminded me of that question - listen:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OR7VOKQ0xJY
Girls, "He makes beautiful things!" and He CREATED YOU! Isn't that an amazing feeling that the Creator of the Universe created you out of dust and made you the beautiful young woman that you are today - on the inside and out (and don't forget it).
Here are a few verses to write in your "HEART JOURNAL" to use as a reminder of just how beautiful you are:
Ecclesiastes 3:11, "Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God's work from beginning to end."
Remember this one?
Psalm 139:14, "For I will praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made."
Stay in touch!
My other blog is: http://www.elizabethmchristian.blogspot.com/
Follow me on twitter: @lizzychristian
SMILE because the Creator of the Universe is smiling down at you because you are so beautiful! Keep spending time with Him and don't forget to write those verses down!
I've heard this song on Klove so many times this week and it reminded me of that question - listen:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OR7VOKQ0xJY
Girls, "He makes beautiful things!" and He CREATED YOU! Isn't that an amazing feeling that the Creator of the Universe created you out of dust and made you the beautiful young woman that you are today - on the inside and out (and don't forget it).
Here are a few verses to write in your "HEART JOURNAL" to use as a reminder of just how beautiful you are:
Ecclesiastes 3:11, "Yet God has made everything beautiful for its own time. He has planted eternity in the human heart, but even so, people cannot see the whole scope of God's work from beginning to end."
Remember this one?
Psalm 139:14, "For I will praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made."
Stay in touch!
My other blog is: http://www.elizabethmchristian.blogspot.com/
Follow me on twitter: @lizzychristian
SMILE because the Creator of the Universe is smiling down at you because you are so beautiful! Keep spending time with Him and don't forget to write those verses down!
Monday, June 6, 2011
The Divine Invitation Retreat: Follow Up #1: Mother-Daughter Relationships!
To all you beautiful young women that I had the honor and privilege of spending some time with this past weekend - I just want to say thank you. Thank you for your honesty and openness about the issues girls your age are facing. I know it's not easy! I'd like to continue to stay in touch with each and every one of you as well as continue to discuss and grow in the topics we discussed and those you specificically asked about, in greater detail! At the retreat, we had limited time and I'd like to continue praying for you and talking to you as you continue to draw closer to God and dig deeper into your walks with Him.
First, one of the topics we talked about was Mother-Daughter Relationships. We watched the video clip from "Freaky Friday" (that wasn't such a good example of how girls should treat their mothers) and discussed having a Christ-centered relationship that's positive, encouraging, and honoring. You want to respect your Mother and honor her (remember Exodus 20:12?). One of you put a question in for the Q&A Session asking if you should tell your mom if you liked a certain boy. My advice to you then (and still is) that if you're honest and open with your Mother, a bridge of trust will be built. Trust me, in my relationship with my Mom, I found that being open and honest with her about things going on in my life helped build a very strong relationship between us. It's so important to sit down with your mom, spend quality time with her and share what God is doing in your life. Your mom is your biggest cheerleader and your biggest fan and wants to be apart of your life. Girl, she can give you good, godly advice and direct you to the Bible and to Scripture in times of uncertainty in your life. That's why, my dear sister in Christ, I encourage you to respect your mom (or mum as Mrs. Janell said), spend quality time together, talk to her, encourage your Mom (like in the letter I had you write----tell your Mom positive things that you LOVE about her and things that you specifically APPRECIATE that she does).
I'm praying that you would continue to build a Christ-centered, honoring, respectful and positive relationship with your Mom.
Today's Challenge: Don't talk back to your Mom, roll your eyes or get an attitude when she asks you to do something. Work on saying, "I'd love too Mom!" (and no, not in a sarcistic way)....offer to help your Mom make dinner, fold the laundry or simply stop to watch a movie with her! As Exodus 20:12 says, "Honor your Mother...."
Love,
Lizzy
XOXOXO
Next Topics Include: True Beauty, Boys & Modesty
First, one of the topics we talked about was Mother-Daughter Relationships. We watched the video clip from "Freaky Friday" (that wasn't such a good example of how girls should treat their mothers) and discussed having a Christ-centered relationship that's positive, encouraging, and honoring. You want to respect your Mother and honor her (remember Exodus 20:12?). One of you put a question in for the Q&A Session asking if you should tell your mom if you liked a certain boy. My advice to you then (and still is) that if you're honest and open with your Mother, a bridge of trust will be built. Trust me, in my relationship with my Mom, I found that being open and honest with her about things going on in my life helped build a very strong relationship between us. It's so important to sit down with your mom, spend quality time with her and share what God is doing in your life. Your mom is your biggest cheerleader and your biggest fan and wants to be apart of your life. Girl, she can give you good, godly advice and direct you to the Bible and to Scripture in times of uncertainty in your life. That's why, my dear sister in Christ, I encourage you to respect your mom (or mum as Mrs. Janell said), spend quality time together, talk to her, encourage your Mom (like in the letter I had you write----tell your Mom positive things that you LOVE about her and things that you specifically APPRECIATE that she does).
I'm praying that you would continue to build a Christ-centered, honoring, respectful and positive relationship with your Mom.
Today's Challenge: Don't talk back to your Mom, roll your eyes or get an attitude when she asks you to do something. Work on saying, "I'd love too Mom!" (and no, not in a sarcistic way)....offer to help your Mom make dinner, fold the laundry or simply stop to watch a movie with her! As Exodus 20:12 says, "Honor your Mother...."
Love,
Lizzy
XOXOXO
Next Topics Include: True Beauty, Boys & Modesty
For those who asked, you can order the "Modest is Hottest" gear that was given away Saturday afternoon. Go to: http://www.vocals4god.com/ and click on "Online Store" on the main page.
Do you have any questions that you might have been a little too timid to ask? You can email me anytime: LIZVOCALS4GOD@yahoo.com.
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