He Will Work It Out For You

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Can I just say, "thank you Lord."  Today was interesting and very revealing about people and how treacherous they can be, and how out of their minds they become when all of their antics and foolishness does not phase you. Well, I had that experience, but I was the one not phased, so, I thank my strong God for being right there having my back.  I feel a sense of peace and relief.  Others may say oh my goodness, you were treated horrible and while that is true, God revealed so much to me and kept me strong that there is nothing left to do but be grateful. I prayed and prayed often and will keep on praying.  God did it for me and He will do it for you.  Never doubt God's ability to strengthen you and make you confident when others put there best foot forward to try and stomp you, just step aside, let God work and watch him work.  He is faithful.  I saw a quote that I truly adore it read something to the affect, if a door closes, praise Him in the hallway until the next one opens.

Listen friends, God is a friend of all friends, a sweet peace where others see a storm and He will not forsake you.  So, we must not try to tell God how to help us, but to trust Him, because He knows, sees and hears what we do not.  Give Him time so that when He does work things out for you, you along with every witness can say, "God did it."

Trust God
"Justified" Smokie Norful         Video posted by emimusic

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Oreadea

It Speaks for Itself

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This wonderful song written by the Late Walter Hawkins, who is featured singing in the video, really speaks for itself and for my entry tonight.
                                                       
The Late Walter Hawkins "Marvelous"  Posted by GXtrue

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

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Here is my Monday song.  I hope it inspires.
     
Donnie McClurken "Great is Your Mercy"  Posted by Seifai

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Oreadea

It Is About Being Fit

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The way to make it through life's ups and downs is to get fit and you have what it takes.    Life is like a boxing match, you have to stand flat foot and strong so you won't get knocked down = FAITH, you have to watch and be vigilant so that you will not get sucker punched = DISCERNMENT, if you get knocked down then get up = LEAN ON GOD, bob and weave when rounds of hard blows are coming your way = WEAR THE WHOLE ARMOR OF GOD, protect your vital organs by tucking, pivoting and stepping to the side = KEEP GOD'S WORDS IN YOUR HEART.  We have to be fit mentally and spiritually and it takes an everyday walk, some days the walk is lonely, some days it is long, some days it is grueling, but keep on walking with the Lord, the more we walk the more fit we become.

It Is About Being Fit
Motivation video "Never Quit" by WesleyMedeoliTV

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

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HairCare Friday is back with  +Naptural85.  I am posting her braid out tutorial.  This is a really nice summer style.

 Below is a natural smokey eye makeup tutorial by BeatFaceHoney
 

Below is a video dedicated to naturals posted by flynaturalgal

Note***  

To submit a picture or a tutorial video, please do the following: send in your how to style video or a picture of you with your hair journey story to include information such as, how did you go natural, how  you feel about your decision to go natural and what advice can you share with those transitioning. Also, include your name be sure to submit during  the week to trueyouness@gmail.com; in the subject line put either tutorial or photo with story according to what you are sending.  Every Friday, I will post a video or photo with the story that was submitted.  I look forward to your submissions.

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Oreadea

Something You Should Know

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I have posted the following video previously.  I just need to go back to it.  There are so many people that are hurt by words of others and their own thoughts, but please know that God loves you.  Do not believe the hype of words and thoughts, because they are not truth, God is truth.  It is easy to get wrapped up in believing that you are less than, that you are not enough, that you are invisible, that you have no power.  Faaaallllllsssseee, absolutely false.  You have power, because God placed it in you, not only that, He is all power and will be your fortress and confidence.  Take hold of believing in yourself and do not look in the mirror and see what you saw the last time.  Look and see that God loves you and has made someone beautiful.  We are His children and He has made a great sacrifice, His only son, to show us His love.  Therefore, we must reciprocate by not allowing negativity to manipulate us to give time to people, things and thoughts that work against us.  Additionally, do not let your self-esteem plummet because of what others say.  Who know their motivation and who should care? Anyone who did not create you can not break you.  If your self-esteem has been damaged pray and work on it day by day.  Pray for the eyes to see your own beauty, kindness and value.
"God Loves You" The Canton Spirituals  Video posted by Bigbofy

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

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I hope this Monday song inspires.

"Give Me Your Eyes" Brandon Heath  Video posted by Brandon Heath Vevo

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Oreadea

100 Cities

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Today The National Action Network will hold protest vigils in 100 cities across America on behalf of justice for the family of Trayvon Martin.  We must pray for the World.

I wish to acknowledge Stevie Wonder for his stand on the case.  Here is a video of Stevie Wonder singing his song "Love's in Need of Love."
Video posted by Judep22

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Oreadea

Children Want Peace Too

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Every Friday is HairCare Friday.  HairCare Friday will resume next Friday.  Earlier this week, I dedicated this week to Trayvon Martin in an attempt to promote peace, equality and love. 

We Must Pray For The World.

Trayvon Martin and his Dad Tracey Martin

Trayvon Martin's Mother Sybrina Fulton

  
Song of Peace sung by The West Los Angeles Children's Choir  Written by Christy Crowley               Video posted by Sheiroz

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Oreadea

Change Must Come

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Here is another tribute video to Trayvon Martin and the world.  The video is by +Playing For Change Foundation. War between races, ethnicity, economic classes and social classes must stop.  Everyone is human and deserve respect.  Everyone's life is valuable.  We must pray for the world; love has no colorlines.



 Travyvon Martin had the right to grow up

Father- Tracey Martin Mother - Sybrina Fulton

                                        

                                 Bob Marley Song "War, No More Trouble"                                                 

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Oreadea                                                                                                                                                                                           

One Love

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If we continue to work for peace and speak peace, there will be peace.  This will only happen collectively.

A Tribute to Trayvon Martin and the hope for Peace and Equality Around The World. We must pray.
                   Bob Marley Song "One Love"  Video by PlayingForChange

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Oreadea

We Need Peace

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Of course, the current news though extremely sad, is no surprise regarding a child who was murdered, because of who he was.  I wanted to dedicate this video to him (Trayvon Martin).  We know he can not physically return home.  But, maybe one day in the form of peace and comfort to the minds of his parents. I find it hard and always have to see the difference in people outside of color yet, within color we are exactly the same, no one greater than the other, no one better than the other, no one more human than the other.  His life here is gone, but as flowers leave a fragrance, his memory shall linger on.  In his memory this week I will dedicate videos of peace and equality.
  The World Must Pray and Pray Hard

Floetry by Floetry  Video by ChasinMoSoulMusic

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Oreadea

What's Your Monday Song?

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Here is a song of peace written and sung by the Late Great Marvin Gaye.  Many years ago he was witness to war, segregation, poverty and the killing of people simply by the color of their skin.  Although, he knew and was warned that he would receive harsh criticism, he felt the message of peace and love was greater than any criticism.  "What's Going On" became an anthem for peace.

We need Peace and should love and appreciate each other no matter what color.  God created us differently externally with love in mind and wants love to prevail.

 Video posted by Davenhenry55

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

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Here are three great summer easy breezy hairstyles by SimplYounique
A very nice make up tutorial by BeatFaceHoney

A tribute to naturals - Video by +brown audio  featuring natural hair vlogger MsVaughn

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Oreadea

God's Promise

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Be encouraged.  God will never fail and His promises, He will fulfill.  Storms may come and winds may blow in our lives, but God will deliver us out of our bad situation, our lonely situation, our frightening situation, but we must stand on His word.  As humans, we try to figure it out and  we want deliverance now.  Who enjoys suffering or being in a situation, no one.  Here is the key - prayer and faith.
These two things will give us endurance to keep going and to build up spiritual muscle.

God is never confused nor does He work without a plan.  He is our protector and comforter and will not let anything break us.  A very wise man of God once said, "There are times in life when we feel that we can not hold on and we pray to God to help us to hold on to Him, but when you are feeling at the end of your rope, ask God to hold on to You." "When you just feel that you can no longer hold on, ask God to hold on to you."  We must do this, God is almighty and can hold on to all of us at once. We are not an island and should not attempt life on our own when God is right there to help as He promised. We can not give up or give in to doubt on our worst day, because the sun will shine again.  The sun does not refuse to shine, it still shines even behind the clouds.

Remember, God keeps His promises and no matter what, He is there for His children. We must trust in Him.

                               

Y'anna Crawley "The Promise"  Video by KrazyMaxx1

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Oreadea

Monday Song on Tuesday

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I tried a new schedule for my Monday entry and well, it did not work.  So, I will be going back to what does work.

Here is the "What is Your Monday Song" on Tuesday.  I will resume the original schedule next week.

Song by Christian Artist +Toby Mac   Video Posted by +Lance Olive

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Oreadea

HairCare Friday

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Here we are again, another HairCare Friday.

Here is a nice wedding hairstyle by +Naptural85

                            Song by Mary J. Blige  Video by Naptural85

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Oreadea

Get Yourself In The Game

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You know me,  I am always talking about pursuing your dreams, making your dreams happen and I hope you never tire of reading it, because, you can really make your dreams come true.  It takes work and focus and steps toward your dreams, but you are truly able to live what you dream.  You may say, "how, how can I even begin?"  Begin by saying to yourself that you are beginning your journey, with everyday you will take another step, whether it is making a to do list and checking things off as you go, designing a business card, beginning to speak into existence your dream, begin to network. You do not need thousands or even hundreds of dollars to begin to get out and network, let people see and hear you.  Do not look at how someone else spent thousands to start their business, find out how to do it for less. Take it one step at a time, one day at a time, but get motivated and never forget to pray.  Maybe the video will help.

Get Yourself In The Game
Video by +Alexandr Litvinenko Presenting +Dmitriy Melenevskiy                     


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Oreadea

Just A Little Encouragement

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You know, when I first started my blog, I shared that I am going through something and I was stepping out on faith to begin blogging.  Well, I am still going through and at the moment, I just feel like the video dedicated to this entry.

There is so much power in faith and being still to feel God's presence and be able to seek His refuge.

I just want to encourage anyone that is going through a tough circumstance to know that it is really o.k. when you do not have the words to describe how you feel, God knows and He is not going anywhere.


Video by +MLH406  Song by +Mercy Me "Word Of God Speak"

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Oreadea

What Is Your Monday Song?

Hello Everyone,

Here is my Monday song by Juanita Bynum "You Are Great"

I hope that it uplifts someone.

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Oreadea