Can't get this song outta my head....
♥God bless♥
Osaruchi!
Congratulations!!!!!!
Over the weekend, I attended the highly anticipated wedding of my big sister and brother-in-law, Lois Oluwakontanmi and Seun Shonukan! It was absolutely beautiful, both on Friday and Saturday....
Here are a few pics from the wedding....
Before the wedding began....still as Lois Oluwakontanmi
Two gorgeous individuals inside and out.....so happy for this union!
Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Seun Shonukan! Enjoy the honeymoon!!!!
Hope everyone enjoyed their weekend.
♥Osaruchi♥
Love!
"He that loveth not knoweth not God, for God is love".
[1 John 4:8, KJV]
The only word in The Bible used to describe the nature of God is love. And being that we are created in His image (Gen 1:26), it's only befitting that we define God's character. Often quoted, yet mis-used without revelation, 1 Corinthians 13:4-10 still teaches us the perfect way to love....
Take from The Message translation, love....
Love never gives up.
Love cares more for others than for self.
Love doesn't want what it doesn't have.
Love doesn't strut,
Doesn't have a swelled head,
Doesn't force itself on others,
Isn't always "me first,"
Doesn't fly off the handle,
Doesn't keep score of the sins of others,
Doesn't revel when others grovel,
Takes pleasure in the flowering of truth,
Puts up with anything,
Trusts God always,
Always looks for the best,
Never looks back,
But keeps going to the end.
Love never dies. Inspired speech will be over some day; praying in tongues will end; understanding will reach its limit. We know only a portion of the truth, and what we say about God is always incomplete. But when the Complete arrives, our incompletes will be canceled.
♥Osaruchi♥
In Remembrance.....
9 years ago today, America's core was shaken by violence, strife and hatred resulting in what is commonly referred to as today's "9/11". More than 3,000 victims were laid to rest as families mourned over loved ones, while America watched in silence as it's nation began to fall... Threats turned into action, action into violence, violence into hatred, and hatred into death. One vividly saw how the devil's influence could overtake a body of people and cause an entire nation to be still.
But ten years later, America is still here, still standing, still strong. Yet even with a sense of hope, there's still a sense of longing. A longing for answers as victim mourners will never hear satisfactory answers to the question "why?", a longing for parents who will still never understand why their children lives were fatally cut short, and a longing for children who unfortunately will continue to grow up fatherless. As a result, athiests will condemn religion, Islam will consistently remain in constant attack, and questions of "where was God?" will emerge. Yet for the believing one, there is an assurity in victory and one rejoices in his salvation!
So who wins.....?! Short of being rhetorical, shrugs shoulders! Does it even really matter..... Another rhetorical question!
Regardless of 10 yrs. ago, there's still a 'today'. And for today, thank God that you're still here cause as we all know, there's a reason and a purpose for everything.
And despite the fact that such brutal attacks had to be taken in order to cause extreme measures to awaken the eyes of God's people, let today be a day of reflection....For your life and the lives that were slain. If 10 yrs. ago, your day had come, where would your eternity be spent?
Never forget "9/11"
♥God bless♥
Osaruchi
FIRESTORM 2010! Get ready......
NOVEMBER 12 & 13, FOREST PARK, IL!
“An epic gathering of Kingdom citizens in an atmosphere of worship and praise to empower the saints for global influence”
Firestorm 2010 is Godkulture's annual concert. It is a catalyst for change creating an atmosphere of radical worship and praise targeted at believers to bring about total and radical empowerment. Our response is not to create a mere counter culture. It is to create a greater culture challenging this generation to pursue God and raise the standard in their daily lives.
Highlights of FireStorm 2010: THE STORM IS HERE
SUMMIT OF KINGS – SOK is a business conference empowering the saints for global influence. The event starts at 7pm on Friday, November 12, 2010 and focuses on business women and men, working professionals and business owners. Speakers will speak on different topics including Kingdom Branding, Kingdom Financing, Business Development Strategies and Leadership.
THE STORM IS HERE – The Storm is a main stage concert featuring a diverse blend of worshippers, bands, dance groups and other artists in a compelling and radiant atmosphere of praise and worship. With a rich line up of artists and groups, the Storm will feature spoken word, music and strident acoustics, dance and glaring visual art exclaiming the awesomeness of God and celebrating His majesty.
WARRIOR ALLIANCE: RENEGADE FORCE – Warrior Alliance is a main stage dance drama about the church. The story blends artistic story narration with exciting acting and dance in a one hour run of dialogue, solos, army drills and special effects.
Objectives of FireStorm 2010
Through the event, we will:
*Raise a network of saints who will stand for Christ in these last days no matter what.
*Share our testimonies with others so they can open their hearts to experience God's unconditional love.
*Address issues that affect the church today.
*Help others discover and use their gifts and talents.
*Build stronger Christian homes and pray for our country.
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Through the Summit of Kings conference, we seek to:
*Create an environment for people to learn and discuss entrepreneurship, business and the challenges they face
*Create educative and interactive sessions with an atmosphere of genuine trust where people will be free to ask questions, voice opinions and get direct answers to questions.
*Strengthen young, weak and struggling businesses of the church.
*Encourage those who are hurting from past failed businesses and poor choices.
*Show the path to Salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior.
Make plans to be there, you cannot afford to miss it!
♥God bless♥
Osaruchi
