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2 Timothy Chapter 2

2 Timothy 2


We are SOLDIERS of the MOST HIGH GOD. We do NOT belong here- "3Endure suffering along with me, as a good soldier of Christ Jesus.4 Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life, for then they cannot please the officer who enlisted them."

• We as Christians will suffer. It's inevitable. We will either be persecuted, verbally abused, physically abused, or what have you. Why? For two reasons, 

1. Jesus suffered for us so that we may have eternal life. Since our Lord was heavily persecuted and was intensely hated, so will we. We are made in His image. We are Christ followers and His message is both hated and adored. The message of love, repentance, and forgiveness hasn't changed. People will reject it, just as they did when they crucified Him because these people aren't yet ready to let go of their sinful lifestyles.
2. Satan knows that he has already lost the war, but he wants to take as many POW or kill as many of Christ's side to ensure that others don't hear about the good news. Satan, in his futile attempts to try to inflict damage on the winning side, is working hard to kill us all, whether you are saved or you aren't. He wants as many people to suffer with him. Why? Because he lacks joy. He is rage. He is jealous of God's glory AND he is jealous of us. YES! Satan is burning with envy because God loves us and hates him, because God wants the best for us, even though we all fall short of the Lord's glory. Amazing isn't it?

But We Are Soldiers! There is a spiritual warfare going on and I choose to be on the winning side, and      by the grace of God, we will win souls! Amen! Like Paul said to Timothy, "Soldiers don’t get tied up in the affairs of civilian life," we do not belong in this world. We cannot "please the officer who [tried to] enlist" us, for he is Satan and we do not follow him. Thank God.

This is so beautiful to me: "9 And because I preach this Good News, I am suffering and have been chained like a criminal. But the word of God cannot be chained.

10 So I am willing to endure anything if it will bring salvation and eternal glory in Christ Jesus to those God has chosen.

11 This is a trustworthy saying:
If we die with him,
we will also live with him.12 If we endure hardship,
we will reign with him.
If we deny him,
he will deny us.13 If we are unfaithful,
he remains faithful,
for he cannot deny who he is."

Be careful and take heed. We are the body of Christ. Let's keep it healthy and without fault.- 

• "16Avoid worthless, foolish talk that only leads to more godless behavior.17 This kind of talk spreads like cancer..." 
• "22 Run from anything that stimulates youthful lusts. Instead, pursue righteous living, faithfulness, love, and peace. Enjoy the companionship of those who call on the Lord with pure hearts."
• "23 Again I say, don’t get involved in foolish, ignorant arguments that only start fights.24 A servant of the Lord must not quarrel but must be kind to everyone, be able to teach, and be patient with difficult people.25 Gently instruct those who oppose the truth. Perhaps God will change those people’s hearts, and they will learn the truth."

When you don't know the Lord, you sin. You sin because Satan is your master and you are a slave to sin.

• "26 Then they will come to their senses and escape from the devil’s trap. For they have been held captive by him to do whatever he wants."

2 Timothy Chapter 1

2 Timothy 1


Holy Spirit reference- "5 I remember your genuine faith, for you share the faith that first filled your grandmother Lois and your mother, Eunice. And I know that same faith continues strong in you. 6 This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you."

• We should all "fan into the flames" of the spiritual gifts the Holy Spirit has given us. We should tap into it and use it as God deemed it fit. We have these gifts to be a light and bring people lost in darkenss to Christ. The fact that Paul referred to these gifts as flames only further proves the fact that we should be on fire for God. This fire should constantly burn brightly because the good Lord has given us these gifts and a zealous spirit so that we can proclaim the Good News to others.

Something to live by: "7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. 8 So never be ashamed to tell others about our Lord."

• Do NOT by any means allow the devil to lie to you and instill fear in your spirit. You are a bold member of the body of Christ. lol, you cannot be a shy Christian, it isn't possible. You are constantly proclaiming your faith to others, constantly declaring your testimony, and healing and casting out demons from people. WE REAL BOLD!

"9 For God saved us and called us to live a holy life. He did this, not because we deserved it, but because that was his plan from before the beginning of time—to show us his grace through Christ Jesus." Salvation is available to all. Sometimes you don't realize how much God has called you because you have hardened your heart against Him for fear of giving up your current, sinful lifestyle. I know I did. I wasn't "ready." But I had failed to realize that if I had died during that time, I SURE would not be ready for the pits of Hell.


Our God can do all things- "(10)...He broke the power of death and illuminated the way to life and immortality through the Good News."

• What other God do you know did that for you? I know of none other.

Puffer Vests!

I love Puffer Vests! I have one that looks like the 1st one. Now I have a yellow one, courtesy of my best friend lol. I've been wearing the blue one since the 9th grade, when it wasn't cool to wear it. These vests keep you warm and are a stylish yet smart completion to any chill look. They're hot additions to this season's chill, active wear.

Work it outtt!

Men of Substance Pagent

Cornell's Le Femme De Substance held a male pageant called, Men of Substance. A lot of people were in attendance and it was very cool to see the guys we see on a day to day acting goofy and whatnot, really shine and perform their talents. 

Smiles all around.

Magazine Preview Party

I went to a magazine preview party for which I performed a poem that I wrote for the magazine. It was fun and even though I was nervous, I still had a good time on stage. 

Makeup: Bobbi Brown Bronzer, Revlon Purple Lipstick, NYC white eyeliner.

Hair: Natural- bantu knots

Half of my hair got wet so the half that looks different from the front is what my hair looks like when I don't do anything to it.

Feast Your Eyes

Don't judge me.

Cornell Homecoming

Going to an Ivy does have its perks. We got free t-shirts. I don't know what it is about Cornell, or maybe just college in general, but everyone and their mother will show up if there is mention of  a free t-shirt.

Homecoming was a day to remember. I have wonderful friends who made the most of every minute. What made Homecoming 2011 even greater was seeing people really excited and happy to see me even if they didn't know me. The feeling of camaraderie with my fellow Cornellians was pretty sweet. I enjoyed myself a great deal. Plus, we won our game against Bucknell. ^_^

I Miss My Braids

Basquiat

Though Jean-Michael Basquiat was a troubled soul, he had skills. I really enjoy his art because of it's political implications. Irony of Negro Policeman is one of my favorite paintings by him. The policeman seems to not grasp the fact that he is Black and tries to hide behind his badge as well as his blue uniform to enforce the Jim Crow laws that are still enacted to keep black people oppressed. The word "PAWN" demonstrates that he is a pawn for white America in that he works against his own people under the false guise of his uniform. There is so much more that I could say about this piece, but for now, I'll leave the interpreting up to you.

HEAD WRAPSSS!

Gotta love 'em. They are so helpful when you're having a bad hair day, Exhibit A, B, C: