Monday, July 27, 2015

TGD PRAYS 27072015


TGD PRAYS

Good day sisters. How are you doing?

Can we pray for the following categories of people? This prayer post will be repeated for the rest of the week.

1. Our children.

2. Sisters trusting God for husbands

3. Sisters trusting God for the fruit of the womb 4. Sisters trusting God for marital restoration.

5. Sisters trusting God for healing for themselves and/or loved ones.

6. Widows and Orphans

7. Sisters trusting God for a financial miracle 8. Sisters who are dealing with difficult situations 9. Sisters trusting God for a (new) job/business.

10. Sisters who are dealing with betrayal from trusted family members and/or friends.

May the Lord bless you as we lift one another up in prayers.

Saturday, June 20, 2015

TGD PRAYS - REJOICE, REFLECT AND REMEMBER

Good day ladies. We are in the sixth month of the year. It's a good time to REJOICE, REFLECT AND REMEMBER.

We REJOICE for the battles fought and victories won. Inspite of whatever challenges we may be dealing with, WE ARE STILL HERE!

We REFLECT about where we are on the way to where we are going. Let us take stock and allow God show us where we are on the way to where we are going.

Finally, we REMEMBER that the journey of life has end (whether it is by rapture or by death). We will give account of all that we have done and failed to do; all that we have said or failed to say. This ought to help us walk circumspectly.

 

This is also a good time to pray. Can we all pray as we are led for our sisters?

 

May the Lord hear and grant our petitions. Have a blessed day.

Friday, June 5, 2015

Shopping Etiquette


Bukola Olupona
 
TGD Etiquette Session.

Hearty greetings my beloved sisters.

An interesting one for us in this edition is Shopping Etiquette. Interesting right(?) Whether you are young,old,single or married,shopping is a part of everyday life. Some people are living better lives because of some shopping etiquettes they adopted(knowingly or unknowingly) Below are tips that can serve as guide for us.

1) What is your financial capability at the moment (it is important as this helps prioritising your needs)

2) What are the needs,prepare a shopping list,be sure to separate the wants to be taken after the necessities.

3) Now check 1 and 2 above,and let there be a balance.

4) Don't buy to pay at a later date, it eats into your budget,the clause here is DISCIPLINE.

5) Make sure to do a last check on your purse,don't forget it at home,its not funny to discover you left your purse(the one with money) at home at the point of purchase.

6) Sometimes its important to eat before going for shopping, depending on the week day,the market size and footfall,or your shopping list. Shopping can be energy-consuming

7) Be sure to strictly follow your list.

8) Having more than the actual amount is wisdom as there can be price variations.

Friday, May 22, 2015

Family Manners


Bukola Olupona
TGD Etiquette Session

 

Hello sisters. A quick look at Family Manners. Family is a gift from God and must be treasured. Charity begins at home. If we use our manners around everyone else in our lives and neglect to use them at home,that's not good enough. Family members are not perfect, just as you are not,but you know what,they are first hand practical specimen to prepare you for the larger society. We get hurt and irritated sometimes by those closest to us(family),but we sure don't want to lose them nor their respect.

Time spent at home should be an escape from daily pressures and aggravations. We should all do our share to create a comfortable, peaceful environment where everyone is valued and respected. Everyone wants a relaxing home environment, however it must be created.

 

So in the comments below,can we do this together by sharing ways we can make home a comfortable and peaceful environment for all family members.

 

Thanks in advance sisters.

Saturday, May 16, 2015

GRACE


Oyeladun Ayorinde

Good evening beautiful Ladies and happy weekend. I'll like to share an excerpt of a message that had blessed me and I pray it blesses you too.

Exodus 19:3-4 "And Moses went up unto God, and the Lord called him out of the mountain, saying, Thus shalt thou say to the house of Jacob, and tell the children of Israel (4) Ye have seen what I did unto the Egyptians, and how I bare you on eagle's wings, and brought you unto myself "

I have always wondered at the use of the symbol of an eagle, and not any other bird to describe d deliverance of Israel from bondage. And I understood better after studying the characteristics of an eagle. An eagle,while flying, flaps d wings and then, when it rises to a level where no other birds can reach, it spreads it's wings out and begins to glide effortlessly.

God was making Israel know that He bore them on d Wings of Grace, with no effort from them.

Grace has been defined as d love and mercy given us by God, not because we deserve or earned it, but because God wanted us to have it.

Grace is generous, free, unexpected. Grace assures u of no struggle. Grace assures you of God's Presence with u.

Grace is anything that I need, but don't deserve. Grace is anything I can't repay, yet, God gives me. Grace is the countenance on God's face when He looks at my faults and failures.

Grace enables you to outrun even those who had gone ahead of you. ( 1 Kings 18:44-46) Ephesians 2 :8-9 By grace we are saved.

Today, the word "Grace" has become a slogan. Many have lost the understanding, the import and d depth of the word. Many even believe that it is their good deeds that earned them favors from God.

Romans 6:1-23 (*1-4) - Grace is not a license to commit sin. In fact, if we are truly saved, Grace helps us to hate sin.

As u go on in life, don't ever forget that what u are enjoying is grace. There's nothing that u have, that u are or wants to be that ur strength can give to u. I pray for u that u will not abuse grace.

Have a wonderful time in His Presence tomorrow.

Friday, May 15, 2015

Table Manners


Bukola Olupona
TGD Etiquette Session.

 

Good day ladies. The day is going on fine I believe. Let's talk about delicious moments: Table Manners.

 

One of the things that make mealtime more enjoyable (for yourself and others) is to learn the guidelines for good table manners.

 

Some helpful tips:

 

1) If you need something on the table that is not next to you,ask to have it passed to you. Never reach for it.

 

2) Eat most food with a knife and fork unless the host gives permission otherwise. On a picnic (or other informal settings), using your finger is fine.

 

3) Always chew with your mouth closed and wait to speak after you have swallowed.

 

4) Never take a drink while still chewing food (unless you are choking)

 

5) Don't rest your elbows on the table during the meal. This is acceptable before or after the meal.

 

6) Sit up straight while eating,never lower your head to pick up your food.Always lift the food to your mouth.

 

7) If a certain food doesn't appeal to you, take a small amount.

 

8) If you need to use the restroom during a meal,simply ask, "May I please be excused for a moment?" Don't ask ,"Can I use your bathroom "

 

9) Never hand-feed pets from the table during any meal.

 

10) Never leave your place at table until the host gives permission.

 

11) At your own home,always clear your plate and glass,at a friend's place,offer to help clear the table or help with the dishes.

 

12) Just as you thank God before the meal,make it part of you to always thank Him for the food and remember to thank the host or cook after the meal.

 

Can we have more helpful tips in the comments below.

 

I apologise for not posting on TGD Etiquette Session last week,it was due to circumstances beyond me.

 

Shalom and have a restful weekend.

Monday, May 4, 2015

Etiquette on Text Messaging


TGD Etiquette Session

 

Bukola Olupona

 

Dear Deborahs,I hope this meets you well. Today we shall be considering a topic requested by one of our sisters; Etiquette on Text messaging.

 

The following are a few tips to serve as guide in text messaging.

 

* If you text someone who doesn't have your phone number, start your message by stating who you are.

 

* When you have a chance, respond to a text message with either a text message or a phone call.

 

* Just as you shouldn't be answering your phone during a conversation, you shouldn't send a text message when you are engaged with someone else. If you are with someone who will not stop text messaging during your conversation, feel free to excuse yourself until they have concluded their message.

 

* Text message is informal,it shouldn't be used for formal invitations or to call off a relationship.

 

* Be aware of your tone, it is extremely difficult to discern tone in text messages,be careful to choose your words,don't send text message when you are tensed up or angry.

 

* Don't use slangs when sending text message.

 

* Don't assume that because you are awake,working, or not busy,that the person you are texting is as well.

 

* Be careful in your use of acronyms and abbreviations, they may not make meaning to your recipient.

 

Please feel free to add more tips in the comments below.

 

Happy workers day to our Nigerian sisters,and a blessed May to all.