ARMOR OF GOD

D Man one day made the Armor of God out of recycled items. I find that our children are so creative and I love to share that with you all:)

The shield of faith, breastplate of righteousness, sword of the spirit, feet ready and the helmet of salvation. 

Ephesians 6:10-20

New International Version (NIV)

The Armor of God

¹⁰ Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. ¹¹ Put on the full armor of God, so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. ¹² For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms. ¹³ Therefore put on the full armor of God, so that when the day of evil comes, you may be able to stand your ground, and after you have done everything, to stand. ¹⁴ Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, ¹⁵ and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. ¹⁶ In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. ¹⁷ Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God.
¹⁸ And pray in the Spirit on all occasions with all kinds of prayers and requests. With this in mind, be alert and always keep on praying for all the Lord’s people. ¹⁹ Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mysteryof the gospel, ²⁰ for which I am an ambassador in chains. Pray that I may declare it fearlessly, as I should.

I LOVE JESUS

I drew I love Jesus in the sand at the beach not realizing that minutes later I would be sharing Jesus' grace to a man that seemed to be griped with fear. 

When there soul is in anguish remind them Jesus is right there with him. 

Why does fear grip us?

Because we choose to hold onto it.

2 Timothy 1:7

For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self control. 

We don't recognize that Jesus took our fear and it was nailed to the cross. A redemptive story of God's love for you and me. 

1 John 4:18
There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear. For fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not been perfected in love.

Are you willing to share his redemptive love?

Are you ashamed of Him?

Jesus' blood washed all of our sins

When a person asks you why do you wear the cross, you remind them that you don't take wearing the cross lightly but rather in deep remembrance of what Our Savior had to endured on the cross for you and me. 

Jesus' blood washed all of our sins. There is power in the blood of Jesus. Don't be ashamed, bring them to Him and introduce them to the Savior. The one who loves them and who has forgiven them.

This gentle man on the beach shared with me that he counsels people that have been sexual abused, addictive to drugs or alcohol which I totally relate to both.

I was able to share how I was able to forgive the man that kidnapped and raped me. But only God can heal a broken heart that's why I need a Savior and this is why everyday I have to run to Him with all things. What Satan meant for bad God meant for GOOD!!! God WILL use your testimony for His glory. I know God saved me from death literally that why I choose to forgive this man.

Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strength you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.


What is forgiveness?

Psalm 34:4
I sought the Lord, and he answered me and delivered me from ALL my fears.

LETTING GO!!!

Jesus forgave him, I need to extend my hand out to forgive. Here is the thing my offender could have asked for forgiveness and guess what " He is forgiven". But I live a life of fear, anxiety, and bondage which I lived for years. Who is hurting now, this is why I choose to forgive.

1) He is Forgiven
2) I forgave and freed myself to love beyond measures.

Its a free gift!!
Receive It and Be Free

Romans 16:20
The God of peace will soon crush satan under your feet. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

Are you willing to lay it all down at Jesus' feet?
Are you willing love like Jesus loved?
Are you willing to live a free life?
Are you willing to serve like Jesus did?

Do you have a heart for others?
Are you willing to forgive?

Are you willing to surrender your heart to Him?

Our Loving Father is waiting for you to come.

Lay it all down, receive him as your Lord!!!

Trust in Him, no one is more trustworthy.

He Loves YOU!!!

He has so many promises for you

He wants you FREE!!!!

He wants to embrace YOU!!!


Come

Love,

Jesus

Pray this prayer to receive Jesus:

Dear Jesus,

I need you, I can't do this on my own.
Jesus come into my heart and transform me from the inside out.
I surrender my life to you.
I want what you want and I want to desire what you want.
Holy Spirit rain in my life, an ever present flame.
Forgive me of my sins.
Cleanse me from everything.
I receive you into my life and turn from my ways and into your arms Jesus!!!!
Thank You Jesus for saving me.
In Jesus Name:
Amen

Beloved if you prayed that prayer please let me know, because I want to keep you accountable and pray for you too.

Blessings to all that have read and received this message, This message wasn't from me but inspired by The Holy Spirit.

THE U.S. PRESIDENTS MARCH REVIEW

Thank you to SingNLearn for letting us review the U.S. Presidents March CD. 

U. S. President's March
by Fred & Sarah Cooper

Learn the names of all the Presidents from George Washington to George W. Bush to the tune of John Phillip Sousa's Washington Post March.

Also, includes the names of the First Ladies to the same march tune.

Interesting fact sheet includes such information as; when they lived, when they served, their home states, their occupations, interesting quotes and the legacies of their administrations.

Additionally, the set includes the Ballad of the Constitution from Ballads of American History which includes interesting facts about the origin of the Constitution and its major principles. Its almost a short course in American History.The current President has not yet been added, but we left a little ending where the name of the 44th President could be added at the end of the song. It will be updated when we run out of our current inventory. 

This CD can also be found in several of the Presidential Museums, Mount Vernon, and the Smithsonian President’s Museum Store.

My Review:

What a perfect year to learn the Presidents of the United States of America with the election and all. Our children love to learn with music. This CD can be used in the home or in your car. The US Presidents March is a fun way to learn your Presidents, the CD is a little fast but when repeated several times you will caught on to all the names of the Presidents and there wives. I like in when we have resources that are educational for the car especially because we spend alot of time traveling with activities. The US Presidents March makes it fun and your children will be learning while traveling or at home. Our son stated that it is helpful to have this resource on the go.They enjoy sitting back and relaxing to a great CD. That is when we mostly use products like this. It's a great time to listen and learn new things especially the Presidents of the United States which is part of our History...

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Making Learning Fun with Music. 

CONTROL YOUR APPETITE WITH FULL CORE HEALTHY SNACK REPLACEMENT

One of the reason I wanted to try Full Core is that I want to continue to take control of my weight.Since October I have lost ten pounds. Since I have had our children it has been hard to lose weight. I still have 10 pounds to go. Full Core will help me sustain a healthy weight. Diabetes runs in my family and I don't want to be a statistic. I know we can beat diabetes with a healthy diet and losing excess weight. I know I will get there with eating healthy,#stopsnacking between meals, adding in Full Core, and Exercise. Full Core can help with Hunger Control, nothing feels worse than being hungry all the time.  

I realize that maintaining a healthy lifestyle is a lifetime process. Full Core is a great supplement to help aid in a healthy way of living. Eating the proper foods for daily vitamins and fiber is beneficial for your diet along with exercise.Full Core can help you on a daily basis for that extra help in curving your appetite.  I like that Full Core is an alternative to soda, it has the frizz of a soda but not the calories of a soda. That's amazing. 

Today's diets do not incorporate a daily fiber intake. Full Core can help with fiber, its has 40%/ 10 grams of fiber in each 12 oz can. 

Vitamin A • Vitamin C • Vitamin D3

Vitamin B12 • Vitamin B6 • Vitamin B5

Thiamin • Niacin • Folate

Biotin • Zinc • Selenium

Chromium • Molybdenum • Calcium

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One of my favorite things about Full Core is that it promotes healthy digestive health. To me this is very important because what's in your stomach makes a huge impact on the rest of your body. 

Full Core Healthy Snack Replacement will quench your thirst and control your appetite. Check out our Google Plus Story for our adventure into buying the  Full Core Healthy Snack Replacement. 

Full Core carries many flavors and recipes, please check out there website and social media

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DUCT TAPE WATERMELON PURSE TUTORIAL

Our daughter loves to do crafts, Here is a tutorial of how to make a duct tape watermelon purse which I got from Sophie World. 

First you have to make the Duct Tape Fabric. You over overlap the duct tape to make the bottom layer and then you cover the top with a layer of duct tape. And you will have Duct Tape Fabric. 

Print your watermelon template from Sophie World. Trace onto Duct Tape Fabric. Cut out watermelon template. 

Trace seeds onto wax paper to make it easier for you to peel off. Then take your black duct tape and put it on the wax paper and cut out your seeds for your watermelon. Leave some room so you can peel the duct tape off of the wax paper. Put your seeds aside and proceed to the next step. 

Finally take a strip of green duct tape for the rind of the watermelon purse. Place you duct tape onto wax paper and cut little slits so you can peel it off and put it on your watermelon purse. Cover the bottom with the green duct tape. This adheres the whole purse together. Start at the top of one side and work your way around the watermelon. 

Place your seeds on the watermelon purse and don't forget to cut out a bit mark for your watermelon purse. If you want that added touch. 

There is a video on Sophie World on how to make this too. 

This is not my design but something Ducky does enjoy doing. 

Have a blessed day!!!!

ANDEAN DREAM QUINOA GLUTEN/CORN FREE PASTA AND COOKIES REVIEW

What is Quinoa?

Quinoa [Chenopodium quinoa willd] has been enjoyed as an important food crop in the Andes for more than 6,000 years. More precious than gold, this powerhouse grain has now been rediscovered by the world marketplace because of its' delicious flavor and high nutritional value. Classified as a ‘super crop’ by the United Nations for its' high protein content, quinoa contains a balanced set of essential amino acids, making it an unusually complete food.

Quinoa has been selected by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations as one of the crops that will play an important role in ensuring food security around the world in the 21st century. The National Academy of Sciences of the United States has rated quinoa as the most nourishing grain in the world.

Grown only in the Bolivian Andes, at an altitude of 13,000 feet, Royal Quinoa, which is the particular variety used in Andean Dream products, is the finest quality quinoa in the world. Royal Quinoa has larger seeds which contain more protein and amino acids than other varieties.

Quinoa Cookies
We’ve spun this healthy, golden grain into our Andean Dream Quinoa Cookies. The five flavors are all gluten free, and do not contain any dairy products, eggs, soy, corn or nuts. We have individually packed our cookies for you in a convenient single serving packet, fully recyclable. Perfect to grab for a quick snack, and for school lunches and backpacks!

Quinoa Pasta
Andean Dream Pasta contains 24 grams of protein and 21 amino acids in an 8 oz. box. Our pasta cooks to an excellent flavor and texture, never mushy. Especially easy to cook, it can be enjoyed year-round because it is versatile and light. Andean Dream Quinoa pasta is not only gluten free, but is also organic, and kosher. It is also completely corn and soy free.

My Review:

Thank You to Andean Dream for letting us review the pasta and cookies. 

We as a family have been trying to eat healthier and we are also trying to go gluten free. Andean Dream is one of our favorites. Since they have sent me there products, we have had to go back to the store for some more. Andean Dream in my opinion has the best gluten free pasta out there. When you cook the pasta it's the right consistency and taste delicious. The Quinoa Cookies are very good and healthy too. Andean Dream has several other favors in the cookies and they also offer soups too. 

Our Family does like to eat sweets but I know with Andean Dream Quinoa Cookies, I'm getting few ingredients and they are very good for my family. The Quinoa cookies are soft and delicious. I love that they are just the right size but still you get a little dessert. 

A healthy alternative snack!

Gluten Free • No Trans Fats • No Cholesterol

Product Information

Andean Dream Quinoa Cookies are made with organic Royal Quinoa, which is grown only in the Bolivian Andes, which produces the finest quality quinoa in the world. Quinoa is delicious and nutritious, rich in high quality proteins, vitamins and minerals, and all eight amino acids essential for nutrition.

Packaging
Our individually wrapped cookies come in five varieties . . . Orange Essence, Chocolate Chip, Cocoa-Orange, Raisins & Spice, Coconut, and our newest flavor, Coffee.

Andean Quinoa Cookies are individually packaged which is great for travel or just a day at the park. 

Well the biggest test is if our children like them and the answer is YES!!! 

Crumbs and All. I love to find new products that they love. 

The shells are a favorite at our house. Our children kept saying how they loved Andean Pasta and to buy nothing but this brand. 

 

Shells

We made the shells pasta with zucchini,squash and Parmesan cheese. 

YUMMY!!!

We made Eggplant Parmesan with the Andean Dream Macaroni Pasta. 

Another YUMMY meal!!!

Macaroni

Thank you again to Andean Dream for the meals and dessert. 

Have a blessed day!!!!!

RAW KEY LIME PIE RECIPE

I have been searching the web for yummy raw recipes and I found a keeper. I have shared this recipe with several people and everyone of them has loved it. 

"Raw Key Lime Pie"

This is the crust of the Key Lime Pie. 

Ingredients:

1 cup raw, unsalted macadamia nuts
1/2 cup coconut flakes
4-5 dates
Pinch of salt
Blend in a VitaMix(Blender) until the dough sticks together well, don't over process.  Place your mixture into your pie pan and press down to stick together.  

Next your want to prepare the filling for your pie. 

Filling:
1 avocado
Juice of 2 limes
3 Tbsp agave nectar (or honey or whatever liquid sweetener you prefer)
3 Tbsp melted coconut oil
Pinch of salt

Blend well, adjust sweetness to your taste.  Scrape into bowl with pressed crust and let it chill in the fridge for several hours, until firm.  You can speed up the process in the freezer but make sure you slice it before it gets too frozen.

After your Key Lime Pie has chilled it is ready to eat. Our Key Lime Pie is one of our favorite's in our house.Our son says he wants me to make this for his birthday. That says alot. I have made this pie several times and I feel so good feeding this to our children and they are still eating something sweet but very healthy:) 

Have a Blessed Day!!!!