YOU WERE NOT CREATED TO STAY IN THE WOMB

OPPORTUNITY FOR SUCCESS

 

Okay... So your enemy is talking about you, lying on you, and acting ill towards you (That's their Job; it's an enemy). KOOL! Sounds like an opportunity to build your spiritual success resume. Buy them a cute outfit and speak a blessing over their lives or you can reciprocate their actions and miss a chance at climbing up the MATURITY LADDER. The point is you have a Job as a believer to respond a certain way with your actions. ACTIONS are a CHOICE. There comes a time where you have to practice what you're learning or you will not mature/grow in that area. The enemy wants you to stay at a immature level so you can't defeat him. Doing evil for evil will not produce a profit of LOVE. Love outweighs hate, madness, and bitterness. Whatever you do, DON'T do what your enemies do :)
Proverbs 21If your enemy is hungry, give him food to eat;
if he is thirsty, give him water to drink.
22 In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head,
and THE LORD WILL REWARD YOU!

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INCREASING while decreasing

Don't worry about the numbers in the building: Focus on how many lives are being transformed/saved. If people lives are not being changed, what's the point of increasing in numbers? Numbers feed the ego... The love of Christ focus on souls, not numbers. The angels will rejoice over one, but human nature says once you've reached a certain number/status you must be doing something. Many churches are increasing in numbers while decreasing in transformation. #BackwardsThinking

Follow His Lead!

Don't miss out on your blessing just because you can't see the "HOW" keep walking and trust God. Follow His lead! He ALWAYS leads us down the path of righteousness.

INTERVENTION!! What kind?

Some people intervention is to HINDER you, not help you.
(1 Peter 5:8 Be alert and of sober mind. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.)

IT'S SUNDAY MORNING!!!

 Ps34:1 I will bless the Lord at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth.


When you know you're VICTORIOUS, you don't have to wait for certain conditions in order to praise God. Some people have to wait for the piano and drums on Sunday morning in order to praise Him. God isn't just a Sunday morning God. He's in control everyday, so praise Him everyday like it's Sunday morning :-)

PLOTTING EVIL

Who are you plotting evil against? Watch out; you're digging your own trap. Proverbs26:27 Whoever digs a pit will fall into it;
if someone rolls a stone, it will roll back on them.
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TRAIN THEM!

 PARENTS: it's our job to train and teach our children about God.   

1.  The Church leaders play apart, but it's not their job to do/take care of what God placed into your care. When they go to church, it should be a recap of what they're learning at home from you. You are the first role model that they see. NO EXCUSES! If you're not saved, it's not to late... Get in a relationship with God so your children can see the God in you instead of only seeing it in his/her Pastor, Sunday school teacher, youth Pastor, or Minister. You need to be the first label they see as Holy. 

 

2.  It's tight but it's right: Practice what you're sending them to church to learn. Whatever child that is in your custody biological or not, it's your responsibility to teach them the ways of God. PERIOD!

 

3.  Don't claim that the bible is hard to understand: The things that you need to teach them doesn't require deep revelation to understand. It's your job to read your bible. There are a lot of resources out there: we use the internet for everything else, so try GOOGLE for some of the answers. We want to put everything off on the leaders and saying what they're not doing, but What about YOU, you're the PARENT. #CaseClosed

Proverbs 22:6Train a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not turn from it.

Deuteronomy 6: 6And you must commit yourselves wholeheartedly to these commands that I am giving you today. 7Repeat them again and again to your children. Talk about them when you are at home and when you are on the road, when you are going to bed and when you are getting up. 8Tie them to your hands and wear them on your forehead as reminders. 9Write them on the doorposts of your house and on your gates.

RARE JEWEL CLUB!

Are you a member?

Make sure you join the Rare Jewel Club: it's hard to find people who are speaking with Godly Knowledge *wink* I have my membership (Proverbs 20:15 Gold there is, and rubies in abundance, but lips that speak knowledge are a RARE JEWEL.). Ladies, after this 31 day Challenge, you should be ready to be labeled as a RARE JEWEL.... Proverbs is filled with Godly insight, wisdom, and knowledge that you can apply to your life. After you've learned it (and applied it), you can teach others. There's nothing like a woman who is filled with Godly knowledge and LIVES by it. #RareJewel

So You Mad At God!

 

Why are you mad at God?

It was your unwise decisions and choices that caused the situation.(Proverbs19: 3 A person’s own FOLLY leads to their ruin, yet their heart rages against the Lord.) 

Popular cliche: Why God let this happen to Me? Did you forget about some of the decisions and choices you made w/o including Him into the plan>>>that's what landed you there (foolish choices and decisions). 

Thank God for His mercy and grace: LEARN the lesson :)

Quick To Listen!

  Be quick to listen and slow to speak.... When you're in a conversation, wait until the person is done speaking instead of trying to finish what you think they're going to say. Not only that, wait until someone finish stating their question before you try to provide an answer.

 BAD listening skills is waiting for the person to be quiet, so you can start talking: That shows the only thing you were thinking about was the next thing you wanted to say (which is usually off topic).

GOOD Listening skills is being able to tune in to what the person is talking about and after they're finished you're able to restate what they said in your own words to show you were listening. AND you're able to give feed back on the "subject" that was being discussed.
SN: Don't try to predict what some one is thinking: ASK?
Proverbs 18:13 To answer before listening—
that is folly and shame.

Keep Your Eyes On God!

 

Keep your eyes on God; let Him guide every area of your life.... Don't get caught up in the things that are going on around you. Keep the word before you, use it in every situation. Make a decision to stay focus on heavenly things; things that will prosper you both spiritually and naturally.
Proverbs 17:24 A discerning person keeps wisdom in view,
but a fool’s eyes wander to the ends of the earth

His Will

Order our steps according to your will.
Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the Lord whatever you do,
and he will establish your plans.

Harsh Words

 

 

 

 

Don't throw gasoline on a fire if you want to put it out!!!! Remember this verse before you respond>>(.Proverbs 15:1 A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.)

Seek God As Your Refuge

Walk With The Wise

Powerful verse: Walk with the WISE and become wise,
for a companion of fools suffers harm (Proverbs 13:20). Meditate on that verse: What type of people are you surrounded by? Bad company corrupts good character.... Start hanging around people that will enhance your growth. If a skunk sprays someone, everyone will know that he/she encounter a skunk. What are the people (that you hang around) spraying into your life? What will you walk away smelling like ( a fool or the wise)?

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EMBRACE CORRECTION

 

 

  Embrace Correction

The following verse reminds me of people who hate constructive criticism. Proverbs 12:12 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but whoever hates correction is stupid.
We have to be able to receive wise counsel even when it doesn't feel good. Embrace correction so you can grow both spiritually and naturally. Let's review the meaning of discipline: >>>training that corrects, molds, or perfects the mental faculties or moral character. Discipline is Training that's why it's wise to embrace God's word and listen to the people that God has trained and equipped to help you grow. It will help mold your character.

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No Work=No Results

 

Wow, Ladies, are you feasting on your spiritual breakfast (Proverbs 10). I think I want to blog about every verse in that chapter. Ummmm, LOL. Today's lesson shows you the out come of wise and foolish choices. I was thinking about verse 4 Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth. If you think about it, this can relate to spiritual things, too. You have to put the work in by building a personal relationship with God, studying your word, praying, fasting and applying what you learn to your life if you want to see change and be spiritually rich. Even when I think of things in the natural concerning verse 4, it reminds me of people who talk about their dreams, talk about how they want to change their current situation, complain about life not being fair, yet you never see them putting any work in to make their dreams happen or change their current situation. Ask yourself, "What will it take to get to where I want to be spiritually and naturally"? Are you finish? Now create a plan of action that will get you there. Make a commitment for a week to research what you desire to do. See what sacrifice it will take: ex. time, money, tools. Then, set a goal to pursue that dream. If it's time management that's hindering you, what can you eliminate that's a waste of time in order to pursue "your" dream. Maybe it's money, you might have to cut back on getting your nails and toes done to pursue "your" dream. It's your dream! How bad do you want it?! Next month, I will be sharing with you guys how to set goals. It's all about being intentional: wishful thinking are thoughts that pass through, but never manifest. 

    One of my dreams is to help women grow spiritually and naturally, so they can become all God destined for them to be. I don't just sit around and wait for women to come to me. I reach out to them with the resources that I have and those that want it reach back. I am currently working with 6 women one on one who reached back because they want to change and be/have what God predestined for them. You have to do something with the dream that's inside of you, you can't expect for other people to do it for you. Your dream and gift will help someone. There are some people who's waiting for what you have inside of you; it's going to help lead and guide them into their destiny. 

    In 2007 EWFB started out as a book group, I invited 7 women to my home and started teaching them and sharing God's wisdom. Then God begin to show me the bigger vision and plan for EWFB which was "His Plan" to help women grow into successful Godly women both naturally and spiritually through home groups, via cyber space, conference calls, one on one mentoring and so much more. As I continued to be obedient to what God was sharing with me about leading women, I wanted to sharpen my skills (although I had a natural ability to help women) I wanted to learn more about the area that God called me to so I took some classes and received my certification in Life Enrichment, Life Transitions, Life Problems, Martial Life, and Family Life at Light University (American Association of Christian Counselors). Those classes helped a lot because I wasn't just going to be teaching about spiritual things. I needed to learn about all of a woman needs including the natural side (you have to be balance). While I was doing that I also had my own daycare business "Covered by Angels" so I had to make time for "my vision". While the kids were napping, I was studying. You're seeing the results of my commitment to my call and destiny. I shared that to say this: Dreams and visions takes work and being equipped. You have to decide to put your hands to work. BE INTENTIONAL ABOUT LIVING OUT YOUR DREAMS. Are you ready to be INTENTIONAL? visit my site and click on mentor and sign up www.amandasunshinewilliams.com

 

 

What results will Godly wisdom produce? Meditate on the following verses:
Proverbs Chapter 8 (NIV)
12 “I, wisdom, dwell together with prudence;
I possess knowledge and discretion.
13 To fear the Lord is to hate evil;
I hate pride and arrogance,
evil behavior and perverse speech.
14 Counsel and sound judgment are mine;
I have insight, I have power.
15 By me kings reign
and rulers issue decrees that are just;
16 by me princes govern,
and nobles—all who rule on earth.[b]
17 I love those who love me,
and those who seek me find me.
18 With me are riches and honor,
enduring wealth and prosperity.
19 My fruit is better than fine gold;
what I yield surpasses choice silver.
20 I walk in the way of righteousness,
along the paths of justice,
21 bestowing a rich inheritance on those who love me
and making their treasuries full.

GOSSIP

Proverbs 20:19
A gossip betrays a confidence; so avoid a man who talks too much.

Life Lesson: If someone shows you that they love to gossip and you KNOW they're known for spreading people business, why would you invest into them. Then complain about them not being loyal. They're not the problem, YOU are: You do not know how to make wise decisions! Your business is not "special" to a gossiPER. They are not going to put it in a "don't tell box". Character flaws don't change over night...neither do they change just because you think you're special to the person. Gossip is an addiction and people who are addicted to it loves juicy information. Their mission will not be complete until they share it with somebody. Lastly, if you don't gossip, but you love being an ear piece for the gossiPER, you AIN'T no better because you help support their addiction by supplying your ear. #PutTheGossiPERsOutOfBusiness

GOD CAN USE YOU TOO!
Audio Message.

Your lack will not hinder what God has purposed for you
Love,
Amanda :)

IMPOSTER

 

 

 

 

 

 IMPOSTER : Are you compulsively looking for completion (from a man) to the point you're willing to except less than God's best? Or tip around with someone else husband? Everything that look good ain't, and everything that smell good AIN'T CLEAN (you can't smell diseases or insanity). The enemy knows how to transform into the thing you want; He's a good imposter (remember he transformed into an angel). And some will even cheat with you on their wives? Still don't make it right! Why would you want the crumbs when you can wait for the loaf. According to Proverbs ch 5, The adulterous woman comes sweet like honey with sweet talk that's smoother than oil; but in the end she is bitter as gall and her feet leads to the GRAVE. In the story the father was teaching his son wisdom, and he warns him to pay attention to GODLY WISDOM because it will save your life from natural and spiritual death. SN: The Adulterous woman is also symbolic for sin and the things that we chase in this world that look so appealing in the beginning, however, the end results is never good. Get in your word, so the word can get in you. You'd rather for the word to get in you than a disease or end up with a insane fool. Wait for God to fill your void; He's the only one that can.
God bless You, ladies!!!

DIE TO THE OLD MINDSET

^{The living dead/walkers are people who were infected by some type of  unknown disease that caused them to come alive after they died. When they came back to life, they didn't come back with their natural human abilities. They came back as zombies. They have no conscious, ability to think rationally, or self-awareness. According to the movie they travel towards noise and fresh blood (alive humans & animals).}

 ^{Proverbs 4:16}

  For they cannot rest until they do evil;
    they are robbed of sleep till they make someone stumble.

                               Die to the old mindset, so you can live!

Romans 12:2

Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

In the movie,  they had to kill the Walkers  in order to save their own lives.  It was a specific way they had to kill them in order for them to die for good. They had to shoot them in the head or drive a sharp object through their brain. If you were bitten by one, you would be infected and it was just a matter of time before you turned into a Walker. After they turned, they did not have the ability to  think logically, rationalize between good and bad or remember who their family and friends were. They became enemies to the living regardless of who or what they were: if they turned while sitting next to their best friend, you best to believe they were going to bite them without thinking twice about it.  

 Point: In order to have the mind of Christ, we have to die to our old way of thinking and living. You can not dwell with the things that will hinder you from living for Christ. Philippians 2:5
Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus. Your old life style will conflict with your new life style James 4:4 Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God. Just like the Walkers are enemies to the living, likewise, your flesh war against the spirit.Galatians 5:17 For the sinful nature desires what is contrary to the Spirit, and the Spirit what is contrary to the sinful nature. They are in conflict with each other, so that you do not do what you want.
1Corinthians 2:14 The man without the Spirit does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God, for they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned.
Point: If your mind is not renewed daily, you will contaminate other people. And if you're continuously, putting yourself around people who are not trying or can careless about changing, they will contaminate you. It's time to get serious about your salvation rather than finding reasons to justify ungodly behavior. Put more effort into finding out what God wants you to do instead of trying to make your wrong right (2Corinthians 6:17).

  In order to stay alive, the group had to separate themselves from the Walkers or kill them when approached . Although they were dead, they were very strong in packs. If you were trapped in a blocked area, it would be over for you.  1Peter 5:8 Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour.

Point: Your environment and whoever you spend most of your time with will influence your life. Don't think because you're saved that you're exempt from being bit by sin or temptation.  When you start making changes in your life, you have to do away with your old life style. You have to make a decision to separate yourself from anything that will hinder your spiritual journey.

 In the movie, before they learned how to kill the Walkers, they would shoot and stab them anywhere on their bodies. Their lack of knowledge about the walkers caused many of  them to be bitten. They fail to realize that shooting or stabbing them anywhere didn't kill them it only knocked them down for a second. And of course, they felt comfortable and at ease, until the monster jumped back up and attacked them.
Hosea 4: 6 My people perish from a lack of knowledge.

Matt 26:41 “Watch and pray so that you will not fall into temptation. The spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.”
 Point: This reminds me of some believers (including myself  ) we think we have it all together quoting our scriptures, looking like we fell straight out of heaven on cloud 9, thinking we can still sneak and do what we want, speaking words into other people  lives when it should be for us, pointing fingers and throwing stones and before you know it the enemy has jumped us. Then, we're right back doing the same old stuff. This is a sad thing because when we fail to do it God's way and go off of our own knowledge and wisdom, we end up contaminating people that we were suppose to be leading to Christ. They start thinking it's okay to slack, it's okay to have sex before marriage, it's okay to gossip and talk about people then smile in their faces. Before you know it, everybody in that group is now contaminated and living a double life while screaming the most famous quote DON'T JUDGE ME.  Are people really judging you? Or are your fruits exposing you? Read Matthew 7:16. Ungodly behavior is NOT OF GOD! When I go to the market to buy apples, I go directly to them I don't mistake them for oranges. Listen to wise counsel and you will prosper spiritually (Proverbs15:22).

When some of the people family members were bitten, they would try to keep them locked in a room. They didn't want to believe that they had turned into  zombies. Some would keep them hoping that they would find a cure to turn them back. If one of the group members found out about it, they would encourage them to get rid the family member because it was detrimental to the group.

Point: This is for the people who use "DON'T JUDGE ME" out of context: just like the members of the group who wanted to hold on to their contaminated family members, some of you don't want to let go of sin even though you know it's wrong. Instead of accepting the help and encouragement, it's easier to use the famous quote "DON'T JUDGE ME". Everybody around you are not trying to harm you, there are some true believers that really want to see you living for God. Spirit lead people can see that the fruits are corrupting your life.  Learn to listen to constructive criticism. The only cure for sin is Jesus Christ. If you're waiting for another way, you will not find it.
 
James 1:15 Then, after desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, gives birth to death.

  

Something for you to think about: Read Matthew Chapter 7 don't just stop at verse one pay attention to verse 3 (read the whole chapter) What message was He really trying to convey? Is it don't judge me? Or Don't be a hypocrite? Do He want us to examine ourselves first before we try to fix someone else life while living hypocritically?   Does God want us to show mercy and grace like he has shown to us rather then pretend to have it all together while condemning our brothers and sisters to hell? Would we want to be punished the same way that we desire for God to punish someone else? In verse 7 was it forbidden to get the dirt out of your brothers eye? Or Were we suppose to check ourselves first then pursue to help them? How will we know what's around us if we don't cross examine people against the word? It's interesting, check out verses 15-29? In order to tell if something is good or bad, don't we have to know what "good" and "bad"is? Should we form a thought about someone before knowing or examining them? read 1John 1-4

Definition 

Judge- to form an opinion about through careful weighing of evidence and testing of premises 

God bless you all

Love,

Amanda Sunshine Williams

TOXIN PREVENTION

  

Proverbs 3:1-2do not forget my teaching,

but keep my commands in your heart,for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. 

^{God's creation of the human body is EXTRAORDINARY!. God placed a filter inside the human body so the impure toxins that we consume could be purified. When the liver is healthy, it does wonderful things for the body. The liver breaks down harmful chemicals and regulate the body, helps the body absorb fats, metabolizes and stores carbohydrates, fats, sugars, vitamins, and uses protein to maintain the blood purity and proper flow. I will not go into deep details. However, my metaphor is to penetrate your mind so I can show you something spiritually about godly wisdom.}

Proverbs 3:19-20 By wisdom the Lord laid the earth’s foundations,by understanding he set the heavens in place;by his knowledge the watery depths were divided, and the clouds let drop the dew. 

<sup>Before I go into details about the similarities between the human liver and Godly wisdom, I'd like to point out how wise our God is. He knew when He created all our organs that we would have harmful toxins that would enter into our bodies and cause health problems. Therefore, He provided the liver to make sure the toxins had a way to exit our bodies. The human liver makes me think about the importance of Godly wisdom. Wisdom helps filter out ungodly and foolish behavior.

 The things that are written in the bible were put there to help us live a (toxin free) righteous life. The liver acts as a shield. It protects the body from toxins that our immune system can not fight off. Wisdom (the word) works the same way when it comes to our adversary (Ep 6:10-18). The devil is always seeking to steal, kill and destroy(John 10:10)
.God had our best interest at heart when He created us(Jeremiah 29:11 confirms that). We can trust His guidance even when we don't understand our trials or where we're going. He provides wisdom for us, so we can escape satan's toxic tricks and schemes. When we are faced with different temptations, God provides a way out (1Corinthians 10:13). It's up to us to accept His (TOXIN PREVENTION) solution.</sup>

 James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.

The book of James encourages us to ask for wisdom. We need it for this spiritual walk; it's not something that you can live without. You can not function probably when the liver is damaged and you definitely can't live without it. In our natural bodies, God made the decision for us and placed the liver into our bodies because He knew it was necessary in order for our bodies to function. However, it doesn't work that way spiritually. Just like you have to choose salvation, you have to choose wisdom. If the bible says you need to ask God for wisdom, understanding, guidance, or insight that means you need it in order to function properly. Being a doer of the word also shows that you have your own best interest at heart.

Godly wisdom is our TOXIN PREVENTION for living holy. It's there to help us with discernment, good judgement, decisions, discretion, prudence, and our character. Wisdom and understanding works together. The liver is their to help the other organs function properly. When the liver fails, it corrupts the other organs. Understanding the word from Gods prospective and walking the way He says will ensure  a healthy spiritual life.

 Proverbs 3:25-26 Have no fear of sudden disaster or of the ruin that overtakes the wicked, for the Lord will be at your side and will keep your foot from being snared.

There are so many ways  that you can corrupt the human liver, however, the two common ones are drinking excessive alcohol and unhealthy eating habits.  Even though most of us were taught about  healthy things that will help the body function properly, we will still make unhealthy decisions in order to satisfy an addiction. Addiction doesn't mean you have to be on drugs or abusing alcohol. You can be addicted to gluttony (overindulging in food), or eating to much junk. Likewise, some believers  are still doing things they know God forbid. Proverbs teaches that a fool knows the right thing to do, but he chooses not to do it. As you mature in Christ, it becomes less about what you want, how you feel about the situation, or the most properly cliche in the world "I'M JUST HUMAN" or I'M NOT PERFECT. Maturity knows what to do and does it regardless of the circumstances at hand. Perfect in spiritual terminology means mature. When ever you choose to do what's right in the eyes of God, you are walking in perfection. It has nothing to do with perfecting yourself the way we see it in the natural. God knew we were human when He made us. That's why He provided the bible, so we would have a point of reference  concerning  His standards. Maturity says when I fall down, I will repent, get up, learn from it, grow from it, link up with a believer that's stronger in that area so they can help me grow, fast, pray and  keep it moving. He provided grace for us.  Whenever we fall, His grace will cover us.  That doesn't mean abuse His grace (that's another subject for another day Jude 1:4). Immature believers will say I know this is wrong, but I'm going to do it anyway, God understands. God understands His TOXIN PREVENTION (the word). If He said walk/live by the spirit so you won't fulfill the lust of the flesh (Galatians 5:16), that's what He means. If He said in His word He has given us the strength and ability to do it (Isaiah 55:11),CASE CLOSED! If you know the right thing to do and choose not to do it, it's foolish. (2Peter2:21). Proverbs called that person a FOOL. Don't get mad at me; you don't have to stay a fool. Do what's right and shame the devil.The carnal mind do not understand the things of God nor will it submit (Roman 8:7). Remember Romans 8:7  when you try to justify your wrong or argue with the truth. Immaturity call that type of teach "judging".  What do you think about those two livers? It's obvious that one is bad and the 
other is good. That's not judging the bible said we will know the tree from it's fruit (Matt 7:16). Proverbs said wisdom teaches "good judgement".

Ladies I have to close this out. I need to hurry up and get my tele-classes and youtube videos up and going quick! There's so much I'd like to share with you all, but this will end up being a book instead of a post, LOL. I hope you were encouraged by this; it's manna straight from heaven. I will close with the following thought: OBEDIENCE IS BETTER THAN SACRIFICE 1SAMUEL 15:22.

Study
Philippians 3:19
1Corinthians 3:16-17
 Proverbs 23:20-21
Romans 13:14

 I love you all,
 Amanda Sunshine Williams

 *Sorry for any typos or mistakes.

THE PERFECT TREASURE

Today's Lesson: THE PERFECT TREASURE
As I was reading chapter two last night, I prayed and asked God,"what do you want me to teach the ladies today?" Then I got up early this morning and read it again and verses four and five stood out. All I kept hearing was THE PERFECT TREASURE.
Let's review those two verses: Proverbs 4if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure,5 then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God.
When I think of treasure, I think of something valuable and precious. Treasure is also something that you accumulate and keep in a secure place so it's not destroyed or stolen.
God sent us THE PERFECT TREASURE when He sent His son to die for our sins. Everything about Jesus Christ is valuable. As we build a relationship with our PERFECT TREASURE, He will guide us into all truths/wisdom. Proverbs confirms that if we accept His word, store up His commands within us, turn our ear to wisdom, apply our heart to understanding, and ask Him for insight that's when we will understand the fear of the Lord. Then we will find spiritual treasure (the knowledge of God).
David (Solomon's father) understood the importance of hidden treasure. In Psalm 119:11, David wrote that he hide the word in his heart so he would not sin against God. That's powerful! Storing God's truth, knowledge, and wisdom in our hearts is key. It helps guide us down the path of righteousness.
God's word is THE PERFECT TREASURE. God is faithful to His word. If He said it, He will do it. Be watchful, satan wants your treasure because he knows how valuable it is and it's a weapon against him (John 10:10). He loves stealing spiritual treasure.

In your study time, you can name some more treasures. I just want to give you an idea of the valuables that we have in Christ.

What will you find when you come across THE PERFECT TREASURE?
Wisdom
Protection
Knowledge
Understanding
Salvation
Strength
Love
Grace
Mercy
hope
Joy
Faith
In your study time, you can name some more treasures. I just want to give you an idea of the valuables that we have in Christ.

Study
Psalm 23 

John 15:1-17

1Peter 2:9
Proverbs 4:23

Meditate on the list of words that I named as THE PERFECT TREASURE. Search the bible in see what God's says about those words. For example go to Isaiah 54:17 and see what it says about protection. Store that information in your heart and when you're faced with trouble, remember God's word.

 STUDY! STUDY! STUDY! STUDY!.... Study God's word; it's good for the soul. You will find strength there.

God bless you all

Love,

Amanda Sunshine Williams

DISCRETION

Definition of the week: DISCRETION- is the ability to plan ahead and plot a course of action with foresight.
In order to plan a course of action against sin, you have to know what the word says concerning the matter (2Timothy 2:15).
Think about the things that continues to trip you up:
1. Write them down and search out the scripture on that topic and study them. Ex. if it's gossip, find out what the bible teaches about it(2 Timothy 2:15).
2. What did the bible say concerning that situation? What's your plan of action (write down the action the bible says to take)?
3. Execute what you learned!
Solomon wrote about discretion in the book of Proverbs. Godly wisdom teaches us how to be discreet.
4.Pray> Prayer=Power
I will post everything God place on my heart for the Jan. challenge (I love teaching). However, don't wait for me to give you the answers or a word, I encourage you to study for yourself. Spending time in the word pulls you closer to God and your spiritual life will excel tremendously.
See y'all in the morning for Day 2
God bless you all :)

THE BEGINNING OF KNOWLEDGE

Today's lesson on Proverbs: The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and instruction (Prov 1:7). I know most of you probably made a New Year promise to do this or that.... Most of the time, we as humans think, all I need is a "New Beginning" and everything will be okay. Look around you, you will find many people that was given a"New Beginning". Everyday that we wake up is a NEW BEGINNING. Here's the big question, what are you doing with your "NEW BEGINNING"? If you're not starting your NEW BEGINNING off reverencing God, building a closer intimate relationship with Him, or professing Him as your savior you will live another year in vain. Don't waste your "NEW BEGINNING" on selfish desires. Everything you desire and hope for began when God sent His son to the cross to die for you. All the answers for your life affairs starts with God. Will you start the year off by following God's knowledge? Human knowledge is nothing compared to God's knowledge.
SN: The word FEAR in this verse means: to reverence, respect, and honor Him.
Respecting His word, and choosing to live a holy life is how you "reverence" God. This doesn't mean you will not fall short neither does it encourage you to willfully sin. However you will live a intentional life that's purposed to do all that God require of you. When you respect something or someone, you will not have a desire to do things that will dishonor them. Live a life that says I am SOLD OUT to Christ. Yes we will all fall (sometimes), however, we should not plot to sin by doing things we know are wrong in God's sight. The more you grow in "knowledge" the more you move away from sin and the desire to sin. Don't run from wisdom & knowledge; run to it.
If you haven't already, please, read Proverbs Chapter 1.
Study
Ephesians chapter 4
Galatians chapter 5:13-22
More insight coming soon!!! 

Love,
Amanda Sunshine Williams