Filed under: WOOSH-it Health | Tags: weight loss, weight, food, diet, lose weight, dieting, carbs
Summer is coming up and most the girls are all talking about dieting and tanning in order to be ready for this summer! Of course we can’t hide in long jumpers and jeans..
I don’t want to feel like I have to hide at home because I cant wear shorts, skirts or dresses…so I have decided to start eating healthy again and exercising more!
I’m not really a big fan of diets but this time I decided to do a short diet for only 2 weeks so that way I can train my body to get rid of all the junk food cravings! Some people say that during summer you won’t eat as much and its easier to lose weight! Well its true to a certain extent but I still believe that there will be still a tendency of eating the wrong foods…such more sugary foods such as eating more fruits which are high in sugar, lolllies, or shakes, smoothies, ice-creams.
Well I know for sure that I will still crave for junk no matter what time or season! So in order to cut out my bad habit I will definitely need to be strict for 2 weeks! What I mean about going on a strict diet is actually cutting out all the complex carbohydrates I like completely…and I mean no carbs at all! At first when I told myself that I actually scared myself because I love my CARBS a lot especially all my sushi hand rolls, noodles rice and bread! I definitely understand that I need it for sure in order to give me energy to burn fuel whilst training hard at the gym but I am not on this for long because all I’m trying to do is really get rid of my habit of eating too much carbs!
So hopefully at the end of the 2 week no carb diet I will update everyone how I feel after completing it. My aim is definitely to cut down on my portion sizes as well so when I finish this diet I would of trained my body to eat little amounts of carbohydrates during the day!
After the 2 weeks I have already planned to eat only one serve of carbs a day so I will slowly put some carbs back into my diet again! but I will do it gradually in a healthy way otherwise I will put the weight back on which means it would have been pointless dieting! At the end of the 2 weeks my intention is to diet healthily so that way I can keep the weight off forever and look good!
These days I have been struggling to find peace within myself. I know that I have been a little distant from God. I don’t know why I am upset or sad, but somehow I would find something at fault even though it was only something little. How strange? I would be at work and somehow I will lose my concentration and won’t be able to work efficiently at all! Why is that?
Well I found my answer while I was reading the bible and it reminded me that God is the only that can always give me that peace.
In 2 Thessalonians 3:16 Now may the Lord of peace himself give you peace at all times and in every way. The Lord be with all of you. So this means that no matter what situation we are in and what ever emotions we are going through at the moment, we are always able to find peace at all times through the Lord. If only we seek him we shall find him!
John 14:27 says “ Peace I leave with you peace I give you. I don’t give to as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. This verse reminds me not to worry and live according to my understanding but really just continue to have that faith in God in order for me to have that peace. If we are confident that God will fulfill his promises then whey should we worry? We should just have peace and life will be so much simpler for us, without peace we make life harder than it really is. As a consequence we don’t make the wise choices in life without having that peace because you are not allowing God to speak through to you at all but rather just putting a wall between you and God!
So once you have peace within yourself you will come to know God better and also be happier with yourself. More importantly I believe when I have peace I am more thankful and give more praises and glory to God rather than worrying on unnecessary things which makes me emotional. God is the only one that gives us that true peace, not the emotions. So be careful not to rely on the emotions to give yourself peace because it will only last temporary. Emotions come and go and for people that don’t know God they become more temperamental because they always want to have the positive emotions. Having said this I don’t mean that you can’t have emotions but just don’t always focus on the way you feel but rather focus on finding the true peace inside of you! The peace that God gives you will sustain forever, the peace the world gives you will only lead you to have emotions. So when ever I have to make a decision for myself I will need to make sure I have that peace from God before I take any action, because I know if I was to act on my emotions it is usually a foolish decision. As a result it leads me to no where at the end because I haven’t found that peace within myself before I make a particular decision!
Controlling your mind and thoughts in a difficult situation is challenging. For most of us we will have an outburst if we are put in a bad situation. Sometimes we let our feelings and emotions overwhelm us before we actually realize it! So therefore it usually just takes one situation to make you explode sometimes!
We should never have any negative feelings and thoughts built up inside of us, because it becomes very toxic in the long term because we will definitely have a mental break down! For people that don’t know you very well, they might think you are just exaggerating and over reacting but really its not true!
If we learn to open up to people that love you and can listen to you then you can prevent having these problems because you have at least you can share your burden. So rather keeping it to yourself we should choose people wisely to tell because not everyone can give you the right advice and support you in order to make the wise choices to solve your problem!
There are times we choose not to tell important things to people who we love and who love us the most because we have this perception that it will give them an extra burden, or make them worry about us etc…
But really they will get even more upset if they find out that you have hid something from them. You never know but you can always have another person to give you another perspective of the problem or issue you are facing!
Filed under: Spirituality, WOOSH-it Lifestyle | Tags: faith, God, hope, patience, patient
As humans we always like to see results and have what we have in our minds now. But as I have come to know God I have realized that its not the case!
There are times where I just sit there and want things to happen I want…but I know it wont come unless I let it go and not think about it. As I was reading Psalm 37:7 it says to be still before the Lord and wait patiently for him do not fret when men succeed in their ways, when they carry their wicked schemes. This means we shouldn’t run ahead of God’s time and expect things to happen the way we want it to even though we see other people succeed before we even do. If you compare yourself with other people, then yes of course we will become jealous and do things that are not righteous to get what we want. Becoming impatient could also lead us to make unwise decisions as well, because the decisions we make is all about our self interest and less consideration of the others even though it may seem that we are doing for the other people.
A patient man has great understanding but a quick-tempered man displays folly. Proverbs 14
To know that we have made the right decisions to solve our problems we first need to be patient so that we may receive the wisdom from God to help us make wise choices that goes beyond our understanding and emotions. A lot of people tend to make the mistakes of making decisions depending on the way they feel at that time of the situation and realize they make the decisions that are only temporal which means that it only makes them feel better for a short period of time or only at that time they are feeling sad or very emotional.
So folks, we all have things we want now but just remember that we need to have hope that what ever we want at the moment will come. Hope that is seen is no hope at all as it says in Romans 8:24-25 But if we hope for what we do not yet have we wait for it patiently. I always know that God will not give me what I want unless I surrender everything to him and learn how to let go of things. Therefore it is much more exciting when we see God breakthrough in our lives because it is a miracle that we have never expected! So let’s encourage one another to be more PATIENT!!
Stress management strategy for students and workers !
#1: Avoid unnecessary stress-
To eliminate most unnecessary stress it is simple, remember you don’t have to get involved in everything situation because but it is not healthy to avoid a situation that needs to be addressed. The key is to choose the situations that do not give you extra stress.
- Learn how to say “no” – Know your limits and stick to them. Do not feel pressured by your friends when you are invited to go out or doing something with them. It could an extra stressor for you when you know you should be at home studying.
- Avoid people who stress you out – If someone consistently causes stress in your life and you can’t turn the relationship around, limit the amount of time you spend with that person or end the relationship entirely. It is very distracting when you are trying to concentrate on your studies or work. If people are not encouraging you to study or progressing well in your career then you should limit the time you hang out with them.
- Take control of your environment – Choose a quite and comfortable place to study! Everyone has their own favourite place so make sure you choose a place that makes you to study more not to DISTRACTS and STOPS you from studying!!
- Have a timetable or TO- do LIST – Analyze your schedule, responsibilities, and daily tasks. If you’ve got too much on your plate, distinguish between the “shoulds” and the “musts.” Drop tasks that aren’t truly necessary to the bottom of the list or eliminate them entirely. Ensure that you allow sometime to go out and PLAY too!! For those who are working full time, ensure that you have plenty time of rest on the weekend. Plan for a small trip or holiday so you can look forward The key is to have a well balanced lifestyle.
#2: Alter the situation
If you can’t avoid a stressful situation, try to alter it. Figure out what you can do to change things so the problem doesn’t present itself in the future. Often, this involves changing the way you communicate and operate in your daily life.
- Express your feelings instead of bottling them up. If something or someone is bothering you, communicate your concerns in an open and respectful way. If you don’t voice your feelings, resentment will build and the situation will likely remain the same. Find someone older or a matured Christian to talk to, so it can help you solve any problems you may have so that it won’t distract you from studying efficiently.
- Be more assertive. Don’t take a backseat in your own life. Deal with problems head on, doing your best to anticipate and prevent them. If you’ve got an exam to study your friends call you to talk just say up front that you only have five minutes to talk.
- Manage your time better. Poor time management can cause a lot of stress. When you’re stretched too thin and running behind, it’s hard to stay calm and focused. But if you plan ahead and make sure you don’t overextend yourself, you can alter the amount of stress you’re under. Perhaps change the way you study and study techniques so you can study according to your plan or timetable. Ensure you have plenty of small breaks in between your study so that way you can study more efficiently and effectively.For people that are working ensure that you have a break to eat and drink..
#3: Adapt to the stressor
If you can’t change the stressor, change yourself. You can adapt to stressful situations and regain your sense of control by changing your expectations and attitude.
- Re-focus. Try to view stressful situations from a more positive perspective. Rather than fuming about a traffic jam, look at it as an opportunity to pause and regroup, so listen to your favorite radio station or listen to some worship music, or enjoy some alone time with God.
- Look at the big picture. Take perspective of the stressful situation. Ask yourself how important it will be in the long run. Will it matter in a month? A year? Is it really worth getting upset over? If the answer is no, focus your time and energy elsewhere. For example getting upset over a low grade or taking criticism from your work colleagues or manager.
- Adjust your standards. Perfectionism is a major source of avoidable stress. Stop setting yourself up for failure by demanding perfection. Set reasonable standards for yourself and others, and learn to be okay with “good enough.”
l Renew your mind -When stress is getting you down, take a moment to reflect on what good things God has done in your life,including the positive qualities and gifts he has given you. Perhaps you can start writing a journal or letter to God whilst you are taking a break from study or even before you start to study. God is the only one that can help you put things back into perspective when you are stressed.
#4: Accept the things you can’t change
Some sources of stress are unavoidable. You can’t prevent or change stressors such as the death of a loved one, a serious illness, or a national recession. In such cases, the best way to cope with stress is to accept things as they are. Acceptance may be difficult, but in the long run, it’s easier than railing against a situation you can’t change.
- Don’t try to control the uncontrollable. Many things in life are beyond our control— particularly the behavior of other people. Rather than stressing out over them, focus on the things you can control such as the way you choose to react to problems, remember that God can only control the uncontrollable.
- Look on the bright side. As the saying goes, “What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.” When facing major challenges, try to look at them as opportunities for personal growth. If your own poor choices contributed to a stressful situation, reflect on them and learn from your mistakes. Pray to God and ask him to give you the strength to carry on.
- Share your feelings. Talk to a trusted friend preferably a matured Christian you or make an appointment to see your church leader to talk about it. Your youth leader is able to give you good and wise advice. Expressing what you’re going through can be very cathartic, even if there’s nothing you can do to alter the stressful situation.
- Learn to forgive. Accept the fact that we live in an imperfect world and that people make mistakes. Let go of anger and resentments. Free yourself from negative energy by forgiving and moving on. Do not hold onto grudges, forgive those who have hurt you. “ For if you forgive men when they sin against you, your heavenly father will also forgive you” Matthew 6:14
#5: Make time for fun and relaxation
To have a balanced lifestyle and to keep you energized whilst you are in study mode you need to make sure that you make time to have some fun and relax.
Here are some healthy ways to relax and recharge
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l Go for a walk l Spend time in nature.
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Don’t get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of life that you forget to take care of your own needs. Nurturing yourself is a necessity, not a luxury.
- Spend quality time with God- write a journal or letter to God, pray ask him to give you wisdom and peace.
- Set aside relaxation time. Include rest and relaxation in your daily schedule. Don’t allow other obligations to encroach. This is your time to take a break from all responsibilities and recharge your batteries.
- Connect with others. Spend time with your youth friends, attend youth revolution, or connect groups .A strong support system will buffer you from the negative effects of stress and be with people that enhance your life.
- Do something you enjoy every day. Make time for leisure activities that bring you joy, whether it be stargazing, playing the piano, or working on your bike.
- Keep your sense of humor. This includes the ability to laugh at yourself. The act of laughing helps your body fight stress in a number of ways.
You can control your stress levels with relaxation techniques that evoke the body’s relaxation response, a state of restfulness that is the opposite of the stress response. Regularly practicing these techniques will build your physical and emotional resilience, heal your body, and boost your overall feelings of joy and equanimity.
#6: Adopt a healthy lifestyle
You can increase your resistance to stress by strengthening your physical health.
- Exercise regularly. Physical activity plays a key role in reducing and preventing the effects of stress. Make time for at least 30 minutes of exercise, three times per week. Nothing beats aerobic exercise for releasing pent-up stress and tension.
- Eat a healthy diet. Well-nourished bodies are better prepared to cope with stress, so be mindful of what you eat. Start your day right with breakfast, and keep your energy up and your mind clear with balanced, nutritious meals throughout the day.
- Reduce caffeine and sugar. The temporary “highs” caffeine and sugar provide often end in with a crash in mood and energy. By reducing the amount of coffee, soft drinks, chocolate, and sugar snacks in your diet, you’ll feel more relaxed and you’ll sleep better.
- Avoid alcohol, cigarettes, and drugs. Self-medicating with alcohol or drugs may provide an easy escape from stress, but the relief is only temporary. Don’t avoid or mask the issue at hand; deal with problems head on and with a clear mind.
· Get enough sleep. Adequate sleep fuels your mind, as well as your body. Feeling tired will increase your stress because it may cause you to think irrationally.
So guys remember to woosh-it to reduce your stress levels!
How often do you have so many ideas and to do lists floating around in your head?
Well, if you’re like me- its 24 hours, 7 days a week including public holidays. It’s been my endless battle for years. I’ve always been a day dreamer, especially at work! My mind seems to have all its spaces taken up by tasks I’ve ben putting off, ideas, thoughts, worries and so on.
You see, I was more reactive than proactive. I would only resolve an issue when it happens rather than taking those small steps in preventing it in the first place.
Some examples could be:
1. Washing the car
2. Do that training course
3. Go to the dentist
4. Finish that blog post
5. Read the rest of that novel
6. Organise a meeting with the logo designer
7. Fix that pinging noise that car has been making for a year
Solution
Write in down. Yes, write it ALL down. At first, it may seem excessively long winded. We’re so used to just jotting down a shopping list or a quick ‘things to do list’ before we head out the door. But we rarely document our thoughts and dreams.
After time, your list will grow small as you start to cross things off and summarise.
Benefits?
When you have all your great ideas, thoughts and things to do noted down- the clutter that once burdened your mind starts to melt away. You now have a clear path to work towards and can focus on being more in the present.
Our dreams and tasks start to actually start to take place as you start to action them, rather than just fading away. You also begin to let go of the worries that once plagued you.
Remember to WOOSH-it!
Filed under: Spirituality, WOOSH-it Health | Tags: body, encouragement, God, love, negative, self image, weight, wisdom
God is the only one that can re-new our minds and give us that inner strength to carry on. When ever I feel like I don’t want to anything I ask God to remind me of what my purpose in life again. There are so many times where I worry about things that are not important at all. Such as what my weight and what I should wear, etc….is it because we are trying pleasing other people around us?? If so I have to ask myself am I trying to please men? I used to ask myself this all the time while I was dating because when I had a boyfriend I was always so concerned about the way I look and behave myself. In fact I knew that I wasn’t myself sometimes. In Galations 1:10 Am I now trying win the approval of men or of God? Or am I trying to please men? If I were still trying to please me, I would not be a servant of Christ.
We can listen and respect other people’s opinions and criticism but however if we let those opinions affect or influence us then we know that its not worth it because they are not words coming from God but are from human. We need to know how to differentiate the words that are coming from God and human. When comments are discouraging and let you down they are from human, however God words are always words of love, encouragement, peace, hope and wisdom.
When ever I received negative comments about my weight I would always be sad…and even at this time when I am writing this blog I know that I can be upset about my weight and the way I look. But all I can do is ask God now to get me through this negative self talk because its not healthy at all. I know if I keep dwelling on this I will never forgive myself for my own actions and the wrong decisions I have made such as eating a lot of junk food or not exercising enough…sometimes I ask myself why do I keep punishing myself when in fact I know that God never treats badly.
God loves us no matter what we look like so I have learnt to love myself for who I am because God created man in his own image in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them. Genesis 1:27. He made us through his image so therefore we look unique in a special way so therefore we shouldn’t want something we don’t have. Everyone is created in a unique way and we can never be identical to anyone so we should love what God has given us. I thank God that he gave me all 5 senses so I can function normally which makes me very fortunate.
Filed under: Spirituality, WOOSH-it Lifestyle | Tags: Christ, future, God, hope, Jesus, life, pray, purpose, spirtual, WOOSH-it
Through working on woosh-it, it has led me to find many opportunities in life. I believed that God has always had something planned for me which gave me joy, hope and peace each day. There were no longer days where I felt stressed and worried about my life because now I have cast all my fears and cares to him so he can take charge of my life and direct me in every step I take in my journey with him.
God always lets you have the freedom to choose what you want to do in life because he gives you the flexibility to choose the things we enjoy doing, but we need to ask him whether it is in aligning with what he wants for us in our lives. So even thought that what looks like a detour may actually be a new road to blessing.
The journeys that we take in life,
Though unexpected they may be,
If we commit to follow Chirist,
His work through us the world will see.
There are so many times where the Lord has called upon me to bless those that are lost and in need. This is the purpose for of us in life but we do not know that. What ever we may enjoy doing or the interests we have might not be the same as everyone else but the main purpose in life is the same. The main purpose is to live for Christ and spread the gospel in order to save the lost. It doesn’t matter what we do to serve the Lord but the bottom line is to have the Lord encourage others through us as we speak his work and trust in him.
My prayer to God- from Phillipians 1:9-11 and 14
And this is my prayer: that your love may abound me more and more in knowledge and depth of insight. So that you may be able to discern what is best and pure and blameless until the day of Christ, filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ – to be the glory and praise of God.
No matter how we serve the lord’s purpose in life, we all have been encouraged to speak the work of God more courageously and fearlessly as it says in verse 14. So no matter what we do to serve the lord, the purpose that God has given to each one of us does not change at all.
In Verse 15- it says that its true to preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of good will. So therefore we shouldn’t be preaching the gospel for their self ambition due to our own desires rather than God’s desires.
I have realized that my general interest is making connections with people in order build good relationships. I have noticed that through out my life, God has been blessed me with a network of good supportive friends around me without me realizing or not. I believed that everywhere I go there was always someone that cared for me. In fact this actually inspired me to give back love and care to others because I know this is what God would us want to do, he wants us to care for our neighbors just like how he cares for us all the time, even for those that yet don’t know him. There are so many lonely and depressed people out there in society today because they don’t know who God is. So without showing them love and care for them it is impossible for them to see Christ through us and let them believe that God is real.
For me to care more about people around me, God has called me to reach out to people that are in need and help them find their purpose of life through giving them an opportunity to know the Lord Jesus Christ. The way that God wants me to do this is through WOOSH-IT.
WOOSH is an interactive blog which myself and an ex- work colleague of mine have created in 2007. WOOSH engages with people, inspires once we have connected with them,encourages them to act on their dream goals and to fulfill their purpose in life in order to be empowered and have ability to empower others. Unlike any other social websites like face book, twitter, my space and other blogs, WOOSH-it helps people to find their purpose in life and change the way you think in order to have a balanced and happy life-style.
So I believe using WOOSH-it to help as many people as I can would be my purpose in life now. I am sure with God’s guidance, WOOSH-it will give me plenty of opportunities in the future because if its God’s will I shall be prosper. Just like it says in Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the plans I have for you” declares the Lord “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”
So what is your purpose in life? Find out what you like enjoy doing and pray to
to God to see whether its part of his will and your purpose in your life. Remember no matter what you choose to do in your life, God’s purpose in your life does not change so therefore fulfill God’s will by choosing what you enjoy doing providing that it pleases God’s and makes him happy without breaking his commandments.
Filed under: Spirituality | Tags: blessing, faith, God, life, mind, positive, prayer
As Christians we need to learn how to pray effectively otherwise we can not successfully fulfills purpose in his life we don’t know how to pray according to biblical principles.A believers prayer life should be based and built upon the word of God; we look at 7 steps in order to receive God’s answer in his prayer. If a person will faithfully practice the following seven steps in prayer he can be sure of an answer every time.
Step 1- Be specific in your praying in order to receive an answer from God, so firstly need to decide what I want from God and find the scriptures that definitely promise you these things.
Praying according to the word, we know that Faith begins where the will of God is known, And we know that God’s word is his will so find scriptures that definitely promise the things you are asking for. If the scriptures don’t promise you the things you are desiring you don’t have any business praying for those thinks; And you shouldn’t want anything that the wor of God say you shouldn’t have. Many believers are trying to pray beyond their faith but the it’s the word that gives you Faith.
The reason many people are not praying with confidence and faith is that they are not finding the scripture that proves that God wants them to have those things they are desiring. They don’t know for sure if its God’s will or not. They may hope it is but they cant know for sure because faith begins where the will or the word of God is known. Once you find the scriptures that promsise you what you what you desire from God get those scriptures firmly fixed in your heart not just in your mind, to do that you’ll have to meditate on the Word of God. It is the devil which makes you doubt God!
Well whatever you’re praying about is in the word then it is the will of God.
Fight the good fight of Faith- it takes little time sometimes to build the word into your spirit so you can stand in faith for answer to prayer. It is up to you to fight the good fight of faith with the word and receive your promised blessing and all that God has promised you. So in order to fight the good fight of faith you must learn how to use the sword of the Sprit which is the word of God. Fighting the good fight of faith is speaking the Word of God out of your mouth that you believe in your heart or your spirit. That’s why its important to hide the word of God in your heart and be ready to use scriptures against demons when they attack you and try to make you doubt God’s word. Be ready to Say to Satan It is written “ and quote God word which is God’s will about the situation.
STEP 2 : YOU MUST ASK GOD WHAT YOU WANT
Is to ask God for the things you want and believe that you receive them. Certainly the Lord knows what we need before we even ask him but HE still said to us to ASK him, he tells to ask for what you need and you shall receive and that your joy may be full. John16: 23-24 Matt 7:7-8
So when you pray believe that you will receive whatever it is you are praying for and you shall have it.
STEP 3: BE POSITIVE IN YOUR THINKING
Let every thought and desire affirm that you have what you asked for. After you pray in faith according to God’s word never permit your mental picture of failure to remain in your mind. So never doubt for one minute that have the answer. If doubts persist, rebuke them. Get your mind on the answer, to get your mind on the answer you will have to get your mind on the word. Resist doubt because its from the devil. In order to receive answers from your prayers you must eradicate every image, sugegestion, vision, dream, impression, feeling and all thoughts that do not contribute to your faith and do not affirm that you have what you have asked God for.
Reject anything that contradicts the Word. You’ve got to be able to know whether a vision, dream, impression or suggestion is from God or from Satan. Those suggestions that do not line up with the word of God are of the devil.Jesus is God speaking to us. Jesus is the word of God. He is the Word made flesh. If you want to see Jesus at work look at Jesus, Jesus was the will of God in action while Jesus was on earth. The bible says Jesus…went about doing good and healing all that were oppressed of the devil (Acts 10:38)
God’s word says that you have your anwer if you based your petition on th word and believed you received it when you have prayed. When you believe you receive your answer before you see it manifested ypi are appropriating God’s word by Faith. Its that kind of faith that moves God.Faith’s confession creates reality. So stand your ground and refuse to be defeated.
Acting on God’s word brings results.
Step 4: Guard your Mind
You need to guard against evil thought that comes into your mind to try and make you doubt God’s word. Thoughts are governed by observations, associations and teaching. That’s why we should stay away from all places that do not support your affirmation that God has answered your prayers. Many people are thinking of the wrong thing and they are defeated in life as a result. But if you guard against evil thought and think only on those things which affirm that God has heard and answered prayers you will be cooperating with God in faith. You will have to guard your mind in order to develop in faith. As you stand your ground firm in faith your faith will see you through to victory.
Filed under: Spirituality | Tags: baptism, bless, faith, father, freedom, ghost, gift, God, holy, spirit, will
Scripture says what things soever ye desire when ye pray believe
Mark 11:23.24
The holy spirit always leads us in line with the word of God. I am not in favour of just following the voice because you can go wrong following voices you can follow the wrong voice.(1 corinthians 14:10)
But you can never following the voice or the holy spirtit because He will always lead you in line with the word of God (John 16:13, 1 John 5:6-8) just because someone is born again does not mean he is filled with the holy spirit. And just because you have the word in your head does not mean that you know what it means, in other words you need to have the revelation of God’s word in your spirit to really know and understand what it means.
Any believer can receive the holy spirit, if a person is saved is sincerely seeking the baptism in the holy spirit he can receive. Any believer can ask the father for the holy spirit and receive the precious gift without tarrying or waiting.
Why wait to receive the holy spirit as a gift from God? Thank God showed me his word on the subject so I kne wi didn’t have to wait or tarry before I could be filled with the holy spirit people in the book of Acts did not have to wait then I don’t have to wait either. I also knew that when I received the holy spirit I would speak in tongues.
God has already given the Holy Spirit: Beleivers Need only to receive this gift
The holy Spirit was given on the Day of the Pentecost and He has been here ever since! Now its just the matter of fact of receiving the Him. In the life of Jesus we see an example of Man of receiving what God has already provided- the holy spirit. Our healings have already been paid for on the cross therefore we don’t have to talk to God in the notion of healing you.
Feelings and faith are far removed from each other in fact sometimes when you feel as if you have the least faith that is when yo have the most faith because you do not base your faith on feelings. You need to have the holy spirit which will enable you to speak in tongues. Therefore speaking in tongues is a means of spiritual edification or building up. Or in otherwords when a person is praying in tongues or in the holy spirit he charges himself up like a battery. It is also another blessing God has provided through the baptism of the holy ghost.
Freedom doesn’t give us the right to do what we please but gives us the freedom to do what pleases God. He gives us a choice to accept his free will or not because God is a gentleman and he does not abandon us even though we don’t know him. If we choose to go our own way, we will go through frustrations and disappointments because its not what God has planned for us. But if we do his will then we can be assured that God will definitely bless us in what we do because its according to what he has planned for us as a result it will also please God.
