These 3 Things

This is  matter of fear and faith. Possibly, life and death! I was recently inspired by my boyfriend to make a list of 3 things I know for certain of God, and 3 things that I don't. I've found this to be so helpful and I encourage you to do the same! Just make a list of 3 things you definitely know about God and His character, and then jot down 3 things you are unsure of. I would suggest you do it now before you read mine. :-)

Personally, I think it's important to know the effect of the 3 things that you know for certain, and the 3 things you're unsure of. Knowing these things can help you either, reinforce the truth, or dismantle the lies, and knowing the TRUTH can help you spot lies! Ask yourself, what you must believe in order to do what you want to do and be who you want to be? Then ask yourself, what would happen if you continue to believe those uncertainties in your life? How damaging could they be to your physical and spiritual health?

With this list, I gathered a few verses to affirm whatever I know is true of God. I also got a few scriptures to combat WHATEVER lies I was or am believing, and I also ask myself, "In what ways do I KNOW the lies are lies in my own personal life?" Not just going off of what I may have heard or have been told by others. Believe it or not, God shows me things He has said or done that contradict the lies and He'll show you too! So in your thinking, make sure you take some time to remember what the LORD has done in your life! :^)

Here's my list:

3 Things I know

• God is faithful. Psalm 36:5; Psalm 33:4; Romans 3:3-4; 2Timothy2:13
• God is true & trustworthy. 2Samuel7:28; John 17:3; Proverbs 30:5; Psalm 20:7
• God is patient. 2 Peter 3:9; Psalm 86:15; Romans 2:4; Revelation 2:21

3 Things I'm unsure of

• God's sovereignty. Psalm 103:19; Philippians 1:6; Proverbs 16:33; Proverbs 16:9
• God's love FOR ME. John 3:16; Romans 5:8; 1John3:1; John 15:19-17
• Does God know me? Does He have a plan for me? Jeremiah 29:11-14; Psalm 139:1-4; Jeremiah 1:4-5; Psalm 37:23-24

 ❤ Kamaria

A REAL LIFE Fairy Tale

I know many are wondering, and very, very few know the full story. I hope this post brings clarity, encouragement, and much joy :^)

So.... Kamaria (that's me!) got a man!! HAHA!! Not just "a man..." or "any ol' man" but a GODLY MAN!!! THE MAN she has prayed for! PRAISE GOD!!! HALLELUJAH!!! I know many are speculating but I'm here to clear the smoke and shine some light on this.

How did we meet?

Initially we were Facebook friends, but we never really "talked" to each other like that. Just were, I guess, "cordial" on Facebook. Jonathan stays in Alabama because that's basically where his entire life is. But we actually did speak a few times outside of Facebook, nothing real serious. Actually, the first time we spoke, we prayed for each other!! Much like how our relationship is now :o)
Anyway, while he was on Spring Break, he came back to Atlanta for a few days. Around this time, I was transitioning churches, so I actually JUST started going to a new church. THAT is where we met. The timing and how it happened couldn't have been more perfect... nothing BUT God! When we saw one another, we spoke, but kept the conversation fairly short. Or should I say, I kept the conversation short ;^) LOL We were actually in this orientation-type session for people who wanted to know more about the church. Afterwards, I left, and he texted me. And honestly, the rest is history.... nothing but God's hands all over, around, and through our relationship!

How long did you "wait?"

Long enough. LOL about as long as God saw fit! I came to a point in my life though where I said, "Lord, all of this is in Your hands." True enough, I expressed to God what I like in a man [as if He didn't know] but I also asked the Lord to keep my eyes and my heart open, so I wouldn't miss out on THE ONE He has for me. There also came a point where I realized that whether I'm single till the end of my days or not, I would always find my joy in Him. Nothing/no one else.
Fact of the matter is, I made up in my mind, and made a declaration that I was going to wait on the Lord. And in the meantime, I'd make sure I'm doing whatever my Father was telling me to do. WHICH INCLUDED [but was not limited to] no casual dating & no wasting my time just talking to people. God called me to cut a few people off and let some people go, and honestly, I was fine with it. LOL Single isn't really as bad as some make it seem either. It gives you time to prepare, and helps ensure that you have a strong foundation with Christ.

Are you happy?

Words cannot EXPRESS how happy I am!! Waiting on God was the best decision I have ever made! Jonathan is everything I've asked for and then some! Exceedingly, abundantly above all I could ask or think! God really SHOWED UP and SHOWED OUT with this one hahah! ;o) And I am not ashamed to say that I am so much in love with him!! The amount of growth WE'VE experienced these past few months is beyond amazing. All glory to God!!!

Is it REAL?

Is God real?? LOL Of course, thru many answered prayers, I can rest assured knowing that I am in God's will. Knowing that Jonathan and I are in God's will. None of this is just by happen chance or "coincidence." Our initial meeting and everything that happened leading up to us meeting was divinely orchestrated. But, it took obedience, prayer, and just knowing, hearing, and taking heed to the voice of the Lord.

My prayer is that many will be encouraged to wait! I will leave you with this scripture:
Psalm 37:4 Delight yourself in the LORD, and He will give you the desires of your heart. [ESV]


♥Grace be unto you,
 
 Kamaria and Jonathan

Those "L" words

How naive of me, to even think that he, cared about MY feelings

For so long I longed for his hug, foolishly I thought my lust was love

Enjoying every time we touched, every time we kissed, every time we felt

Not realizing that "every time," I was losing my self

Deeper and deeper, in lust I fell, yearning to satisfy my flesh

My spirit was starving, no longer getting fed

Darkness consumed me, I was a slave to that bed

Emotions drug me into depression

It seemed my sin took me for a turn in the wrong direction

Eventually he left, showing me who he really was

Lost in the "world," I thought I could no longer love

But then again, that Love was Lust

So this "L" word that we use so freely

Doesn't even hold the same meaning...

Let me break it down for those who are confound

See, most of us are just lusting after love, thinking we can trust...

Our heart, and our emotions, and our mind thinks that it's devotion

But my brethren don't be deceived please

Remember... Eve did eat from the Tree..

Of knowledge because she wasn't content with just the Tree of Life

She failed to realize all we needed was the light

Like a lot of women today, you should know that God is the only way

He knows what you want, and He knows what you need

He knows your desires and wants you to be free

Free from lust and free from sin

Trusting in Him is the only way you can win

So be ye reminded to WAIT for GOD to send you your husband

Otherwise the whole time you're "loving" you'll only be lusting.

Mari ♥

Break ups--What's the deal!?

I've been in love before, and for those of you who have actually been in love, I think you can admit that you never lose love for someone you've been in love with. Getting over a breakup, especially if it was a bad one, is one of the hardest obstacles to overcome. There are so many unanswered questions, so much confusion, frustration, hurt, and the list goes on depending on the circumstances. Love can make you do some crazy things. You turn your back on everyone you love for this one person who means the world to you. What's a real heart breaker though, is when someone meant the world to you and you find out you meant absolutely nothing to them.

So, what's the cure for a heart ache? Truth is, there is no quick fix. If you really love someone there's no easy way to just up and forget they existed. Best thing for YOU to do is cut off all forms of communication from them (including facebook, twitter, email, etc.) Try focusing your time on other things, if you're a student you'll find that you have a lot more time on your hands study! Trust me, making better grades really makes you feel accomplished and confirms that life does go on without them. Spend more time with friends--preferably ones who understand why you feel the way you do. Anytime you find yourself thinking about your ex, do something to take your mind off of it. Having a hobby is good for this.

I believe time really does soothe a broken heart. But...try not to jump into another relationship too fast. Especially if your last one ended because they cheated, lied, deserted you...basically if you were betrayed. It's perfectly fine to date, but you have to heal your broken heart before you can truly open up and love again. Keep your options as open as possible! When you're ready to settle down again, you'll definitely know. Getting used to being single, and the dating world is hard. But once you get the hang of it you'll learn so much about yourself. Lord knows I have. Even taking a break from dating altogether could be good for you. It's just about figuring out what works for you. In the meantime...enjoy being single! Enjoy getting to know yourself all over again. Enjoy making yourself happy! If you're happy and you know it then your life will surely show it! Once you achieve that, love won't have a problem finding you.