Cindy Dennis

Executive Director

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In today's fast-paced world, the call to serve and love the Lord may seem daunting and unpopular. However, choosing Jesus and dedicating our work, studies, dreams, and hopes to Him is a profound journey worth undertaking. Each day presents us with the opportunity to make a conscious choice: to embrace life over death, hope over despair, and love over hatred. When we choose Jesus, we are invited to embody mercy, humility, and compassion, moving away from indifference and aggre

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Don’t you dare compare

Don’t you dare compare.

You are a masterpiece.

“For we are His workmanship [His own master work, a work of art], created in Christ Jesus [reborn from above—spiritually transformed, renewed, ready to be used] for good works, which God prepared [for us] beforehand [taking paths which He set], so that we would walk in them [living the good life which He prearranged and made ready for us].”

‭‭Ephesians‬ ‭2:10‬ ‭AMP‬‬

You are a symphony of ideas, creativity, growth, energy, laughter and love.

No one else can do what you do- how you do it- and with as much love as you do it with.

Your smile- your attitude- your words- are all trademarked to YOU.

They can try to replicate- they can try to do what you do- they might steal your color scheme- your logo-your website- but NO ONE can copy your business ethic- your morals and your dedication to your craft.

So keep pushing in your lane- don’t look to the right or to the left- that will only distract you.

“[looking away from all that will distract us and] focusing our eyes on Jesus, who is the Author and Perfecter of faith [the first incentive for our belief and the One who brings our faith to maturity], who for the joy [of accomplishing the goal] set before Him endured the cross, disregarding the shame, and sat down at the right hand of the throne of God [revealing His deity, His authority, and the completion of His work].”

‭‭Hebrews‬ ‭12:2‬ ‭AMP‬‬

Do you the best you can with what you have been given.

Put it all out in the field EVERY. SINGLE. DAY.

“so that you will walk in a manner worthy of the Lord [displaying admirable character, moral courage, and personal integrity], to [fully] please Him in all things, bearing fruit in every good work and steadily growing in the knowledge of God [with deeper faith, clearer insight and fervent love for His precepts];”

‭‭Colossians‬ ‭1:10‬ ‭AMP‬‬

If you fail- get up and do it again. If you don’t know how to do it yet- learn and come back around to it. Pause but never stop.

So don’t you dare compare- the world is waiting for your gifts and beauty.

Ways to find your Tribe

God created us to need one another and to be in community.

The definition of a tribe is a group of people, or a community with similar

values or interests.

CAN ANY OF YOU GIVE ME AN EXAMPLE OF A TRIBE? I.E., Your Church, Friends, Sorority, or any Organization.

Joining a TRIBE can improve happiness and emotional resilience. However, be careful about selecting your tribe because it can steer you the wrong way.

BUT if you take your time and choose one that is the right fit. The right tribe

can feel like a hot bowl of soup on a cold winter day or a nice warm towel when you come out of the shower.

TIPS FOR ATTRACTING YOUR TRIBE: BE CLEAR ABOUT YOUR INTENTION. WHAT’S YOUR Why

· YOU’RE SPECIAL BUT YOU’RE NOT SPECIAL

(Don’t let your ego’s separation story keep you from belonging. We all

hold within us sparks of divinity, and when we tap into the

Oneness, the illusion of separateness dissolves and we’re

left with what we most crave – intimate connection soul-

to-soul.

· DITCH JUDGEMENT.

You never know what a TRIBAL MEMBER may look like

· BE DISCERNING.

While judgment and criticism erect barriers between you and your tribe, you also won’t MESH with everyone you

meet. This is where discernment comes in.

· DON’T BE SHY. TAKE ACTION.

When you meet people who light you up – the ones you hope will become part of your tribe – be

brave enough to invite them to be part of your inner circle.

In a 2021 issue of Psychology Today Jessica Schrader wrote an article about 5 Myths and 5 Realties about “FINDING YOUR TRIBE”

MYTH 1: There will be and automatic connection with someone

REALITY: It takes time to get to know someone and it helps to invest in

meeting regularly.

MYTH 2: Your interest should match. You should only include those who share your passion

REALITY: Values, character, and purpose-driven callings are more likely to

matter than common interests alone. Common interest can change but what

lasts are the core character traits and values

MYTH 3: You have similar backgrounds to share. The person fits in the same demographic (background) as you, or shares common age-related concerns.

REALITY: Allow for some pleasant surprises and discoveries as you meet

people who are different in age, socioeconomic group, culture, or race.

MYTH 4: You pick a person for your tribe because he or she mostly agrees with you or completely understands you.

REALITY: Openness and honesty may matter more than agreement.

MYTH 5: Your tribe will last a lifetime. Your tribe should be a circle of lifelong friends and extended family who stand the test of time.

REALITY: If only that was true—and it does happen for some of us, but not all

of us.

REMEMBER THIS: When you make your platform about other people,

They'll make it about you.

Respect begets respect.

Generosity is reciprocated.

Being helpful gets you noticed.

Honor these principles, and you'll never have to worry about marketing or self-promotion again.

You'll be the kind of voice that

people look forward to hearing from.

The tassel was worth the hassle

The tassel was worth the hassle

All of the things that you’ve toiled over- wept over- cried over- now your reward is here.

All the sleepless nights- all the dreams that you’ve had to resuscitate -over and over again- you now see the fruit of your labor.

The crown of victory only goes to those that have trained in obscurity, labored in anonymity.

1 Corinthians 9:27 says

“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize.

Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crownm that will not last, but we do it to get a crown that will last forever.

Therefore I do not run like someone running aimlessly I do not fight like a boxer beating the air.

No, I strike a blow to my bodyq and make it my slave so that after I have preached to others, I myself will not be disqualified for the prize.”

The game isn’t over in the 7th inning. Halftime doesn’t determine your trophy.

Jeremiah 20:9 says

“His word is in my heart like a fire”

Exhaustion has turned to joy.

Frustration has turned to breakthroughs

Time to turn your tassel over- level up to a new season