Encouragement to the church

SOME DAYS ARE LIKE THIS

2012-01-23T14:03:00.000-08:00

Cold, rainy days doeth my soul harm :/ Hope your day is a bit more productive.
Hugs, Destiny / CYU

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NWO, SOCIALISM, & THE USA

2012-01-21T19:24:00.000-08:00

Regardless of your political or religious beliefs, if you are not alarmed about where we as a nation are heading, you have been lulled to sleep. Please click the title below to read Rev Ron's epistle to the church and pass it on because it needs to be read by all Americans.

SOCIALISM, THE PATHWAY TO ENSLAVEMENT

GRASPING AT THE WIND

2012-01-18T06:32:00.000-08:00

As many of you know, the house that we'd hoped to be living in by now seems to have never-ending legal issues making it seemingly impossible for the acquisitioning of it. Accordingly, we have created a "Just in case" list and in this house hunting process, one in particular has moved me in a sad way.

It's a beautiful home, full of beautiful things, sitting in the center of incredibly beautiful land, yet in all its splendor, I could feel a cold emptiness within its walls. As we drove off, Rev & I held hands a little tighter than usual and then later on while discussing this particular home, he revealed that he felt the same thing.

You see lovelies, a house does not make a home, more does not make merry, and memories never created are relinquished forever.

Climbing the ladder of success is a noble endeavor, but first you must weigh the costs of each pursuit. There is a balance of life that Solomon often spoke of: At one end, you will find yourself in need and want. At the other end is the guarantee that labor not enjoyed is as grasping at the wind, and will leave your soul empty!

One must find their middle ground for a purposeful, enjoyable and full life.

As you aspire to achieve, reach out for those things that bring joy to your heart. Enjoy what your hands have and are laboring to build and then you will complete your journey with a satisfied soul of a life well lived.

Beloved, nothing is sadder than sorrow, so take this day to recommit to those things that give life to your dry bones before it's too late.

Ecclesiastes 2:24-26
24 Nothing is better for a man than that he should eat and drink, and that his soul should enjoy good in his labor. This also, I saw, was from the hand of God. 25 For who can eat, or who can have enjoyment, more than I? 26 For God gives wisdom and knowledge and joy to a man who is good in His sight; but to the sinner He gives the work of gathering and collecting, that he may give to him who is good before God. This also is vanity and grasping for the wind.

HERE'S THE NUGGET: The life given you is a precious gem and must be lived as such..Do not waste it.

Until next time,
go make a meaningful memory.
Love Destiny/CYU.

A NEW MOMENT (2012)

2011-12-31T19:19:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,

This evening, Rev & I watched the sun go down for the last time in 2011. Initially, we were both a little sad but then the Holy Spirit reminded us that we have a glorious hope for a better tomorrow. The Lord God's amazing timepiece looks nothing like ours; He operates in the present and does not lament over things that are not, but delights in the things that are.
Seize the moment and the moment will not slip away unused or unfruitful.

My Word to you is to take this season to look within and assess who you are, and to bring closure on those things that cause you to fret and to do harm within you. Many physical symptoms are caused from your unrest, because within, is where the life of a thing is birthed and reared. So this season, cast out in the Name of Jesus those things that veer you astray from your true heart's desires.
Today, receive love, happiness, contentment, and well being of your body that the Lord Jesus has given you.

Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Do not fret—it only causes harm. Psalm 37:8
Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows; Yet we esteemed Him stricken, smitten by God, and afflicted. Isaiah 53:4

Do not waste one grain of sand's time looking towards tomorrow's possibilities without tasting today's delicacies that are set before you.

You were once lost, and now are found. You were once blind, and now see. You were once deaf, and now hear. You were once seeking death, and Jesus gave you a new life. Relish these things.

"11 Therefore remember that you, once Gentiles in the flesh—who are called Uncircumcision by what is called the Circumcision made in the flesh by hands — 12 that at that time you were without Christ, being aliens from the commonwealth of Israel and strangers from the covenants of promise, having no hope and without God in the world. 13 But now in Christ Jesus you who once were far off have been brought near by the blood of Christ.” Eph 2:11-13

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Focus on what you are able to do today. Pray and ask for tomorrow's good outcome, for what is written will be, and what will be has been set forth - And The Lord God changes not.

Until next time,
Live today because it is here.
Love, Destiny / CYU

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FAITH'S VICTORY MARCH

2011-12-28T18:36:00.000-08:00

DAILY FAITH: We all need it, we all have been apportioned a measure of it, and without it, we will crumble.
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THE UNDENIABLE

2011-12-18T07:15:00.000-08:00

20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. Romans 1: 20-21

Good morning lovelies,
Rekindling your faith and hope is as easy as acknowledging the One True God; He gives you everything and remembers nothing when you incline your heart towards Him. When you humble to your Creator, you are forgiven and made anew instantly. Join me in worshiping the Great Jehovah with our new song, "Undeniable You."
Love, Destiny

BREAKFAST GUEST

2011-11-30T10:07:00.000-08:00

Good morning lovelies,
Look what joined us for morning coffee. What a way to start a glorious day!!
Enjoy yours, Love Destiny / CYU

ACCEPTED AND APPROVED

2011-11-21T08:32:00.000-08:00

Good morning lovelies,
Here's our new song titled "AS IF". It makes me happy and I hope you find the message liberating. Remember, your value is not based upon the approval of any. As a child of the most High, you are already approved - Now that's something to dance about!

Enjoy your day, Love Destiny / CYU

TO LABOR IN VAIN

2011-11-08T08:25:00.000-08:00

Proverbs 10:16, The labor of the righteous leads to life, The wages of the wicked to sin.

Hello warriors of the Most High. Today I give you a Word of the Lord about prosperity, and in doing so, let me share a story with you.

A few years ago, the Lord directed us to build an on-line market place where His people could come and sell their wares in a safe, joyful environment. Satan battled this endeavor every step of the way but after much pressing through, it was finally established. Since the day The Christian Market Place went on-line, the Lord by His Hand alone has placed it in the top-tier of all major search engines and has blessed those who have chosen to partake of this love offering.
The Lord revealed to us that this vast undertaking would allow His people to use their gifts and talents in order to fund their work without the strings of man attached.

Now beloved, understand that though we present it, we cannot make God's people receive it - And this is how it is with all gifts: You cannot control a gift, nor can you dictate a place where a blessing will be received or not. Your job is to give and know that it will be given back.

Ecclesiastes 11:6
In the morning sow your seed, And in the evening do not withhold your hand; For you do not know which will prosper, Either this or that, Or whether both alike will be good.

Be satisfied in what your heart's good works presents, and leave it in the hand of the receiver to do as they will: If used wisely, it will prosper. If scorn and chastisement is there, it will be of no value and will waste away. Nevertheless, what you do and how you do it will be blessed, if you do it in love.

So beloved, do not kick against the goads because it will only cause you pain.

Acts 9:5-6
5 And he said, “Who are You, Lord?” Then the Lord said, "I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. It is hard for you to kick against the goads.” 6 So he, trembling and astonished, said, “Lord, what do You want me to do?” Then the Lord said to him, “Arise and go into the city, and you will be told what you must do."

Be confident in what you are able to do and remember lovelies, confidence from others is useless because it is given and then taken away. Do what you desire to, and believe in yourselves. YOU alone are the author of your abilities, and all you do will either bless or not. It is not a concern, for even Jesus could not sway all but a few - BUT what He did do and how He did it, will remain always. So press forward warriors and do it in the Name that endures throughout all generations forevermore!

John 14:12
Most assuredly, I say to you, he who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also; and greater works than these he will do, because I go to My Father.

Matthew 28:19-20
19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 teaching them to observe all things that I have commanded you; and lo, I am with you always, even to the end of the age. Amen

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Do not labor in vain's sake. Set forth in motion what is your desire and let it go. Your fruit will ripen and its seeds will spread if you do it for yourself and no other (not seeking approval or applause of man). Honesty is contagious, and it starts within.

Psalm 127:1, Unless the LORD builds the house, they labor in vain who build it; Unless the LORD guards the city, the watchman stays awake in vain.

Until next time,
build on solid ground!
Love Destiny / CYU Ministries

NEW WEB-SITE

2011-10-10T10:28:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
Just thought I'd let you know that my site is getting updated. I hope to be able to incorporate an area where I can sit with my guitar and share some unedited, intimate tunes with you. Be sure to follow my tweets for updates. I have several twitter accounts but I suggest one or both of the following:

@songsbydestiny
@destinyofcyu

Have a beautiful day. We will be spending our in the hills of Northern San Diego County today.
Hugs, Destiny.

WHAT IS, WILL BE

2011-09-30T10:27:00.000-07:00

Isaiah 55:11
So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, but it shall accomplish what I please.

If we stopped here and stood on this promise, we would be victorious indeed! But being the fallible flesh that we are, we must be reminded of the appointments of our Awesome God!

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WHAT WE BIND

2011-08-14T07:43:00.000-07:00

Ephesians 5:13-16

13 But all things that are exposed are made manifest by the light, for whatever makes manifest is light. 14 Therefore He says:
“ Awake, you who sleep,
Arise from the dead,
And Christ will give you light.”
15 See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, 16 redeeming the time, because the days are evil.

Before I give today's word, I have a word of the Lord for John M - And you know that you were led here not by the flesh, but by the Spirit of God that still leads your heart when you listen.

Thus saith the Lord, "Just because it didn't work out the way you planned, doesn't mean that it didn't work out."
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Good morning Lovelies,
For Jehovah's people in the spiritual realm where victory is either released or bound up, there is a formula that if followed will lead to a successful outcome. The steps of a good man are directed by the Lord but we are the ones who have to work out those steps according to His formula.

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ALL THINGS GREAT AND SMALL

2011-07-24T11:06:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
Good Sunday to you. Just a quick note to tell you that I posted a new word on Face-book. Today I am giving you a Word of the Lord on prayer for pets. Click here to read it.
Blessings!
Destiny.

RIDING THE WAVES OF TIME

2011-07-02T13:21:00.000-07:00

Ps 37:3-4
Trust in the LORD, and do good; dwell in the land, and feed on His faithfulness. 4 Delight yourself also in the LORD, and He shall give you the desires of your heart.

Lovelies, today I give you a Word of the Lord about trust, truth and timing. If you place your trust in the Lord God, you will be able to dwell peaceably in the land that He has placed in.
If you trust in the Lord, you will not only dwell peaceably in your land, but you will flourish as a desert flower when a trickle of rain falls.

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AFFAIRS OF THE HEART

2011-04-20T11:47:00.001-07:00

So recently I ran into the man who owns the record company who produced some of my Father's music. He was kind enough to express mail me a couple CD's that I didn't know existed and as we are packing and getting ready for the big move, I'm playing those CD's.

WOW! I did not expect to have this flood of emotion. You see, my father passed away a few years ago and when we laid him to rest, I thought my feelings were put to rest with him. Many of you know that I did not meet my father of blood until I was 19 years old.
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THE COOL OF THE DAY

2011-03-18T10:35:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,

Today the Lord has placed in my heart a word to encourage you to see beyond your perception of lack. Do you love God? If so, scripture tells us that we cannot so much as imagine what is for us, AND not everything pertains to the end of days.

Isaiah 64:4
4 For since the beginning of the world men have not heard nor perceived by the ear, nor has the eye seen any God besides You, who acts for the one who waits for Him.

1 Corinthians 2:9
Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.

As warriors and over-comers, we are to lead by example; and to lead, we must know how to follow the Master Shepherd. Jesus prepares the way ahead of us each day, and each day we must choose which way to go: One way leads to victory and the other leads to defeat but either way, we choose.
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JOIN US ON FACEBOOK

2011-03-09T08:22:00.000-08:00

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Hi Lovelies,
Most of my posts will now be on Face-book. I'm trying to simplify things for the sake of time and my ever growing lack of it. Besides, I want to connect more intimately with you...so there!
Until next time,
Friend us today.
Love Destiny

ADULTERY OF THE HEART

2011-01-31T21:09:00.000-08:00

So tonight my thought is on wives who cannot find contentment with their mate, and husbands whose minds takes them places they ought not go! First of all, if you are a Christian and you are married, you must remember the very basics of God's law and that is to honor each other above all else. Stop looking for what used to be or could be, and start living in the 'what is' and you will find your contentment.

Letting go of yesterday will free you to live for today. Paul tells us that we are to forget those things which are behind us and press forward into what lies ahead.

Philippians 3:13
Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead,

[Adultery in the Heart ]

The other day I overheard a couple of guys talking about a certain girl. Not that I was listening because frankly I could care less what goes on in someone's conversation, but they were talking loud enough for me to hear and so I heard.

Anyway, it was obvious that both men were married and one of them was talking about how infatuated he was with this girl. The other guy said something like, "That kind of stuff will get you in trouble." The other guy agreed and then his friend said to him, "That's what your imagination is for."

Interestingly enough, a very good friend of mine used to tell me the same thing and sad to say, now he is divorced and alone.

So beloved, as Christian let's see what the word says about the state of your mind and your mind's eye:

Matthew 5:27-28
You have heard that it was said to those of old, ‘You shall not commit adultery.’ But I say to you that whoever looks at a woman to lust for her has already committed adultery with her in his heart.

Husbands and wives are joined together in the sight of God and man, and with the exception of marital unfaithfulness, you are bound together as one..so be one!

James 1:13-15
13 Let no one say when he is tempted, “I am tempted by God”; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. 14 But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. 15 Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full-grown, brings forth death.

Sin starts with a thought and a second look, and if you do not nip that temptation the minute it reveals itself, it will become an action made manifest.

Matthew 5:29
If your right eye causes you to sin, pluck it out and cast it from you; for it is more profitable for you that one of your members perish, than for your whole body to be cast into hell.

Matthew 18:9
And if your eye causes you to sin, pluck it out and cast it from you. It is better for you to enter into life with one eye, rather than having two eyes, to be cast into hell fire.

Wives, love your husbands and give them the respect and honor that a man needs to feel secure. Husbands, love your wives above all, and have eyes for her and none else.

THE NUGGET IS THIS: If your mind is straying claim authority over it in the Name above all names; Jesus the Christ, Lord of all; even you!

Until next time,
Quit looking over here and be thankful for what you have before it slips away!
Love, Destiny.
CYU Ministries

MORE PLEASE

2011-01-17T12:44:00.000-08:00

As our little Pomeranian ages it's sad to see some of the changes that are taking place. But the most exasperating change is her obsession with food. No matter how much she gets, it's never enough! If we dare to move, she thinks we're going to get her a treat and runs to receive it. Because of this, the time that she is the most enjoyable to be around is LATE at night when she's gone to bed: Only then is she relaxed enough that we can lay by her and smother her with kisses and baby talk.

This change of behavior has been going on for several months now. However last night Annie was her youthful self. She grabbed her favorite squeaky toy and decided that she wanted to play and so we played. It was such a joy to see her satisfied with the simplicity of playing with a toy that it got me thinking about how we must look in the eyes of our Father when we cannot be happy with who we are and what we have.

Jesus prayed a simple prayer for a reason and His prayer revealed that our needs are to be fulfilled each day as the day arrives.

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Matthew 6:9-13

9 In this manner, therefore, pray:
Our Father in heaven,
Hallowed be Your name.
10 Your kingdom come.
Your will be done
On earth as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts,
As we forgive our debtors.
13 And do not lead us into temptation,
But deliver us from the evil one.
For Yours is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen

THE SIN OF GLUTTONY

Exodus 16:4
4 Then the LORD said to Moses, “Behold, I will rain bread from heaven for you. And the people shall go out and gather a certain quota every day, that I may test them, whether they will walk in My law or not. 5 And it shall be on the sixth day that they shall prepare what they bring in, and it shall be twice as much as they gather daily.”

Great Father God supplied and blessed the Israelites with their daily nutritional needs but if we delve a little deeper we will see that they were also being tested. Do you trust in your Father and His provisions? Or do you place your trust in your perception of sufficiency?

Until we can be satisfied with what is given to us 'this day' we will never be satisfied with what awaits us tomorrow. We live in a society that deems enough to not be enough. But you beloved are warned, admonished and rewarded for keeping yourselves unspotted from the world and its ways.

Proverbs 1:19
19 So are the ways of everyone who is greedy for gain;
It takes away the life of its owners.

James 1:27
Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world.

James 4:4
Adulterers and adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God.

HERE'S THE NUGGET: The Lord God knows you better than you know yourselves. He knows the plans He has for you BUT He knows what is best, and what will ultimately give you peace and satisfaction.

Until next time,
Mediate on Proverbs 3:5
Love, us/ CYU
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Proverbs 3:5-7
Trust in the LORD with all your heart,
And lean not on your own understanding;
6 In all your ways acknowledge Him,
And He shall direct your paths.
7 Do not be wise in your own eyes;
Fear the LORD and depart from evil.

THE DAY OF THE LORD

2011-01-07T10:33:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,
We have been receiving questions about where we are in terms of God's time piece; so first let me tell you that this is not the Day of the Lord. Rest assured that when the trumpet sounds there will not be any question as to what is happening. The bible tells us that on that day and at that time the earth will be darkened and the moon will give its light no more:

29 Immediately after the tribulation of those days the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light; the stars will fall from heaven, and the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 30 Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. 31 And He will send His angels with a great sound of a trumpet, and they will gather together His elect from the four winds, from one end of heaven to the other. Matthew 24:29-31

The Lord once gave me a vision that showed the absolute terror on the faces of the peoples when that day of judgment comes. In my vision I saw frozen faces and animals running so fast that the sound of their hooves echoed in all the lands. That vision will forever be etched in my mind. And from that, the Lord gave me a song called "THE GOD OF SECOND CHANCE." I will record it for you to hear and post it on Facebook.

As servants and ambassadors we are to be above the calamity that surrounds us. As brothers and sisters in Christ, we are to encourage each other to withstand the great deception that is coming nigh. Many of you feel lost and confused because you have chosen to isolate yourselves. Remember, you are not alone or unloved unless you choose to be. Many of you hide in secrecy and wonder why you feel so desolate. Rev Ron & I are here for you but you must take the first step in reaching out.

BE WARNED: Walking in the shadows does not a a happy person make!

Until next time, I leave you with a reminder on the importance of brotherly connections:

20 “I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; 21 that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. 22 And the glory which You gave Me I have given them, that they may be one just as We are one: 23 I in them, and You in Me; that they may be made perfect in one, and that the world may know that You have sent Me, and have loved them as You have loved Me.
24 “Father, I desire that they also whom You gave Me may be with Me where I am, that they may behold My glory which You have given Me; for You loved Me before the foundation of the world." John 17:20-24

Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

FAITH's WORK

2011-01-02T19:01:00.000-08:00

Hi lovelies,
As we prepare for a Word of The Lord for this new season, my thoughts are on faith that produces. As it is, man is a weak vessel, prone to making decisions according to lack of self will, but faith is a work, and a work that needs to be faithfully attended to.

14 What does it profit, my brethren, if someone says he has faith but does not have works? Can faith save him? James 2:14

Until next time,
Ponder this and then have an action based, faith-filled day.
Love Destiny/ CYU

REASON FOR THE SEASON

2010-12-25T18:52:00.000-08:00

From our home to yours..Merry Christmas! May we always remember the reason for the season with gratitude and hope.
Until next time,
remember that if you were the only one on earth, Jesus still would have given His life for yours..what a Lord we serve.
Love Destiny.

For there is born to you this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. (Luke 2:11)

EAT AND FEEL FULL

2010-12-16T18:37:00.000-08:00

So shall My word be that goes forth from My mouth; It shall not return to Me void, But it shall accomplish what I please, And it shall prosper in the thing for which I sent it. Isaiah 55:11

If I wrote nothing else and posted this blog, the scripture above would be enough! Many of you are masking the joy of your heart by your anxiety. What you want and desire for is clouding your inner happiness.

1 Where do wars and fights come from among you? Do they not come from your desires for pleasure that war in your members? 2 You lust and do not have. You murder and covet and cannot obtain. You fight and war. Yet[a] you do not have because you do not ask. 3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you may spend it on your pleasures. James 4:1-3

How many times I have written to you about the perils of looking back, yet some of you insist on looking back only to see empty clouds of unfulfilled wants. Why not look forward in your hopes, and water you desires with faith to see what grows?

7 For the earth which drinks in the rain that often comes upon it, and bears herbs useful for those by whom it is cultivated, receives blessing from God; 8 but if it bears thorns and briers, it is rejected and near to being cursed, whose end is to be burned. Hebrews 6:7-8

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Many of God's children beg for more bread while the loaves He gives are uneaten. Enjoy what is given you THIS DAY before reaching across your wants for more.

Until next time,
Taste and see that the Lord is good and you will be full!
Love, Destiny / CYU Ministries

ROMANS 8:28

2010-12-13T09:41:00.001-08:00

Romans 8:28

"And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose."

So you may be wondering how this ugly injury can work to benefit anyone. You see it all started when I allowed the deceiver [satan] to rattle me, and rather than combat the attack with the weapons within my reach (the Word of God), I decided to go for an evening run. Sounds innocent enough right? But any decision made in a state of disrepair, is a decision that will have a less than desirable conclusion.

"Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus." Philippians 4:6-7

4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ," 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Now understand that the Rev hates for me to run alone in the evenings so I really never do but this particular evening Rev wasn't home and I was so full of angst that I was compelled to go anyway. As I set out, I remember looking at all the leaves on the ground and thinking about how slippery they were probably going to be, due to the recent rain. In my mind I remember saying, "I hope I don't fall."

Well, about 15 minutes into my anxiety filled run, I hear a scream inside of my head and suddenly I am on the ground in intense pain. You see, hiding under all the beautiful winter leaves was a hard, huge pine-cone and guess whose foot found its way to it?

A twist to the left, a twist the right, and Destiny went down like DYN-O-MITE!

The first thought that went through my mind was about how upset the Rev was going to be. My second thought came by way of a deep conviction. You see, in this moment I knew that I gave satan this opportunity to cause me harm and he surely took it! Beloved, remember no good thing ever comes by way of an anxiety filled decision, even if it's as simple as an evening run.

Sitting there on the ground I was overcome not with pain, but with sorrow for not allowing the Holy Spirit to fight for me. Our battles are fought and won in the spiritual realm. Your weapons are not carnal (physical) but mighty if used:

"3 For though we walk in the flesh, we do not war according to the flesh. 4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, 6 and being ready to punish all disobedience when your obedience is fulfilled." 2 Corinthians 10:3-6

So I reach down and take off my shoe and sock, cup my naked ankle and ask the Lord to forgive me for choosing to walk [spiritually] alone. I got up and wept most of the way home, not because of pain but because as warriors, we are to fight the good fight of faith at all times and I knew that I fell short. My decision would now affect many people who rely on me.

The Lord did not bring this injury to me but in its occurrence I am reminded, and am now reminding you, that satan lurks around every corner just waiting for the opportunity to kill, steal and destroy. Arm yourselves with the full armor of the Lord this day and allow what happened to me to serve as a warning to you.

"The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly." John 10:10

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Tragedy comes most unexpectedly; small and large. Keep alert to everything about you. See that evil does not creep up behind you and overtake you. A strong man cannot be overcome if on guard. But a little rest and folding of the hands opens the door, and satan only needs a crack to break down the barriers that are put up.

"No one can enter a strong man’s house and plunder his goods, unless he first binds the strong man. And then he will plunder his house." Mark 3:27

Until next time,
BEWARE AND KEEP ALERT!
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

PRESSING FORWARD

2010-12-08T10:50:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,

As you move forward, remember that to look back at yesterday is to negate or push aside what the Lord has for you today. When we were just stepping out into the world of music & ministry, the Lord gave us a warning which I will give it you.

Do not look back, for in front you see with your eyes, but behind, you wonder if you even saw at all. *

What this means is that when you dwell in yesterday you will question and lose your way today. Faith is always looking forward, never back.

Brethren, I do not count myself to have apprehended; but one thing I do, forgetting those things which are behind and reaching forward to those things which are ahead, 14 I press toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus. Philippians 3:13-14

Today is where the Lord works His wonders, so stay in this moment and keep looking ahead where you adventures await.

Until next time,
Earnestly contend.
Love, Destiny / CYU Ministries.

copyright saying CYU Publishing*

DECEPTION OF PERCEPTION

2010-11-13T21:50:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,
We went on a wonderful hike and had such a beautiful time of refreshing. As sojourners of the city that we are currently in, at times it seems too much and we just want to pack up and head home. But faithful as the Holy Spirit is, He reminds us that our perception is not the Father's reality and that our season is not at end. I want to remind you that Jesus is preparing a feast before the eyes of your enemies and you will choose who gets to partake: That's your inheritance! Beloved, stay your course and be patient.

Until next time, prayerfully see through the eyes of the Spirit; those shadows are just that, shadows. Love Destiny / CYU

Psalm 23:1-6
1 The LORD is my shepherd;I shall not want. 2 He makes me to lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside the still waters. 3 He restores my soul; He leads me in the paths of righteousness For His name’s sake. 4 Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me.5 You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You anoint my head with oil; My cup runs over. 6 Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; And I will dwell in the house of the LORD Forever.

RENDER TO CAESAR

2010-11-07T19:29:00.000-08:00

If you do not understand what i am saying in this post, fret not, it only means that this word is not for you. I write Words of Knowledge and Encouragement to the church and sometimes I am writing to a specific person or person(s).
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Hi Lovelies,
Tonight I give those struggling with financial decisions a Word of Knowledge, but before I give it, let me warn you that if you are counting your stature by the world's system, you need not read any further. You must understand this: A door is opened for you to use or close, but to not better yourselves because of self value by the world's interpretations is not a wise step.

7 Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. 8 For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened. Matthew 7:7-8

Now I say to you, when in doubt, ask. When you are lost, seek. When you are unable to decide, walk in faith.
As long as you are tied (bound to the earth), you are bound by the laws and directives of the land. Give unto Caesar his portion and give to the Lord God His.

15 Then the Pharisees went and plotted how they might entangle Him in His talk. 16 And they sent to Him their disciples with the Herodians, saying, “Teacher, we know that You are true, and teach the way of God in truth; nor do You care about anyone, for You do not regard the person of men. 17 Tell us, therefore, what do You think? Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not?”
18 But Jesus perceived their wickedness, and said, “Why do you test Me, you hypocrites? 19 Show Me the tax money.” So they brought Him a denarius. 20 And He said to them, “Whose image and inscription is this?” 21 They said to Him, “Caesar’s.” And He said to them, “Render therefore to Caesar the things that are Caesar’s, and to God the things that are God’s.” Matthew 22:15-21

Do not fear about tomorrow; if there's a way offered to you, take it! Do not do anything by fear. Go forth in power because you can and are able. Do what is good for you today and leave tomorrow to the workings of the kingdom.

7 By faith Noah, being divinely warned of things not yet seen, moved with godly fear, prepared an ark for the saving of his household, by which he condemned the world and became heir of the righteousness which is according to faith. Hebrews 11:7

Beloved, be warned, now is the time to get your house (your finances) in order. Use all means offered to you and do not walk in a state of fear or anxiety in anything you choose to do.

You are where you are now until the day the Lord comes to lift you away; but not today. Forget about your dislikes and attend to your joys about you. For you are where you are for a season and the season is not at an end yet.

8 And the LORD, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed. Deuteronomy 31:8

HERE'S THE NUGGET: You will do what you need to do and be thankful, for the Lord goes before you and will be with you step-by-step, and you will come out victorious and unencumbered, and joy will fill your hearts as it should.

Until next time,
ingest the Word.
Love Destiny / CYU

LULLABY

2010-10-25T20:50:00.000-07:00

Lullaby by CYU
Buy full song in MP3 format and have it emailed to you
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Hi Lovelies,
Who among doesn't need a Lullaby now and then? Jesus tells us that if we follow Him He will give us rest.

28 Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For My yoke is easy and My burden is light.
Matthew 11:28-30

There have been times in my own life that I was so busy looking for the "next thing" that I forgot to live "the thing." The "thing" simply being life itself.

Lovelies, if you have been following my blogs for any amount of time you know that my bottom line is always for you to seize the moment before the moment slips away. Time waits for no man and each moment is either a memory made or an opportunity missed; gone unused and never again to return.

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Stop running around looking for your pot of Gold and realize that life itself is your priceless gift... Live it!

Until next time, choose wisely.
Love Destiny / CYU

IN AND OUT OF LOVE

2010-10-21T12:57:00.000-07:00

CONTEND EARNESTLY

Look around you and you will inevitably find those who simply know how to push your buttons. There are those who by their very nature are not content unless they are stirring up the pot of dissension. There are those who refuse to be happy with what they have been given and are threatened by the independence and joy of another. The closer your walk with Jesus, the more this ugly truth will rear its head! Be ever vigilant in recognizing the deceiver, who has and will always work through the self-centered and loveless to cause doubt and dis-ease.

Today specifically, I am going to address family (blood kin). While you cannot control how your kin acts around you, you surely have the power of understanding and the ability to choose whether or not you will allow it to pull you off course and out of the Love of Jesus.

Mark 6
Jesus Rejected at Nazareth
1 Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. 2 And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, “Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! 3 Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?” So they were offended at Him.
4 But Jesus said to them, “A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.” 5 Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. 6 And He marveled because of their unbelief. Then He went about the villages in a circuit, teaching.

If Jesus would have based his value on the opinions of his immediate family, would He have continued on His appointed journey?

I cannot count the conversations had and emails received asking how to deal with abusive, unloving family members. Beloved, you must learn to see and hear with the discernment of the Holy Spirit. You are called, you are justified, and you are glorified by Jesus Himself, and no man, not one, can take that from you unless you allow them to! Pray for those who spitefully use you and then get about the business of living. You CAN forgive and you MUST let go if you want to be free from all ties that bind your heart.

The book of Jude warns and reminds us that we are to contend earnestly for the faith, drawing a distinction between good and evil, even if it's sitting at your own table!

12 These are spots in your love feasts, while they feast with you without fear, serving only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried about by the winds; late autumn trees without fruit, twice dead, pulled up by the roots; 13 raging waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars for whom is reserved the blackness of darkness forever.
Jude 1:12-13

FORGIVENESS = FRATERNIZATION?
Forgiveness does not mean that you have to subject yourselves to abuse in any form. There are those whom you are better off to avoid, but with forgiveness in your heart you will see clearly in determining the best course for your peace of mind. With this said, make your decisions and then live with the decisions you make.

HERE'S THE NUGGET:
Do not judge the world or your walk in it by your blood kin, for you are as Jesus was; not believed nor effective in your own home. Jesus stands at the door. Be patient but ever hopeful knowing that all things are ordered and all ordered steps must be completed too, before completion of purpose is met.

Ponder this and find your hope.

Love Destiny / CYU Ministries

ONLINE SCAM ALERTS - Must read!!

2010-10-10T11:34:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies, aside from the common "Nigerian scams" here's a couple that I felt urgent to share with you. The first one deals with those hunting for rentals. The second is copied directly from and email I received from an L.A. County Sheriff's Alert.

If you or someone you know is looking for a place to rent, please USE EXTREME CAUTION. DO NOT fill out any ONLINE rental application - Go to the rental company in person.

There is a scam going around where some evil demon lists a rental property on Craig's List or other classified resource for an alluring price. You then send an email inquiring, to which they reply back that due to vandalism they cannot reveal a property address or other details until you complete an online application.

Once they have your personal data you are in trouble!
If they are not local, BEWARE!!

Use a reputable property management company or speak to the owner directly who should have actual photos and be able to show the property. Use extreme caution because once your personal data is compromised you cannot go back and undue your mess!

If you are searching out of area, check with your local property management companies to see if they can suggest one in the city that you're relocating to. With a little effort on your part, you can save yourself from heartache later on down the road.

* Location: EVERYWHERE: I have now heard this from people living in several states so it is not isolated to any given area.

Until next time,
God protects but also expects! Do your due diligence!!
Love Destiny / CYU

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L.A. County Sheriff's Alert
DEPUTY PROBATION OFFICER II, TOYA WOODS
3221 TORRANCE BLVD.
TORRANCE , CA 90503
310-222-2661 DESK 310-222-2672 OFFICE
toya.woods@probation.lacounty.gov

Subject: County Sheriff 's Department Alert - PLEASE READ AND FORWARD!!!

Thursday morning, I saw an infant car seat on the side of the road with a blanket draped over it. I did not stop, even though I had all kinds of thoughts running through my head. But when I got to my destination, I called the PD and they were going to check it out. This is what I was told...

"Several things to be aware of ... gangs and thieves, are now plotting different ways to get a person to "stop" their vehicle.

"There is a gang initiation reported by the local police department that gangs are placing a car seat by the road...with a fake baby in it...waiting for a woman, of course, to stop and check on the baby. Note that the location of this car seat will usually be beside a wooded or grassy (field) area ...and the person - woman - will be dragged into the woods- beaten and raped- usually left for dead. DO NOT STOP. DIAL 9-1-1 AND REPORT WHAT YOU SAW!!!

"IF YOU ARE DRIVING AT NIGHT AND EGGS ARE THROWN AT OUR WINDSHIELD. DO NOT TURN ON YOUR WIPERS AND DO NOT SPRAY ANY WATER ON IT BECAUSE EGGS MIXED WITH WATER BECOMES MILKY AND YOU'LL NOT BE ABLE TO SEE!!!! YOU ARE THEN FORCED TO STOP BESIDE THE ROAD AND BECOME A VICTIM OF THIEVES. THIS IS A NEW TECHNIQUE USED BY GANGS. PLEASE INFORM YOUR FRIENDS AND RELATIVES. THESE ARE DESPERATE TIMES AND THESE UNSAVORY INDIVIDUALS WILL TAKE DESPERATE MEASURES

AT WAR WITH RELIGION

2010-09-11T15:15:00.000-07:00

President Obama recently stated that we are not at war with religion, but let me tell you that religion IS at war with you!

Today is the gathering place for the wicked and the true, but only those who know the Truth will find victory, for those who are victorious in the war of good and evil will find the Lord’s pleasure surrounding them, comforting them, and guiding them to their place of rest.

24 Another parable He put forth to them, saying: “The kingdom of heaven is like a man who sowed good seed in his field; 25 but while men slept, his enemy came and sowed tares among the wheat and went his way. 26 But when the grain had sprouted and produced a crop, then the tares also appeared. 27 So the servants of the owner came and said to him, ‘Sir, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have tares?’ 28 He said to them, ‘An enemy has done this.’ The servants said to him, ‘Do you want us then to go and gather them up?’ 29 But he said, ‘No, lest while you gather up the tares you also uproot the wheat with them. Matthew 13:24-29

The field is the world, the good seeds are the sons of the kingdom, but the tares are the sons of the wicked one. Matthew 13:38

A new day is here and you are its warriors. You are given battlefield commissions and will wield a mighty weapon of destruction upon the deceived and the deceiver himself. Stand and waiver not, for the Lord God Jehovah is with you.

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for the LORD your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you. Deuteronomy 31:6

Know the Lord’s Word and place it in your hearts, and it will come forth as living waters to bring healing and strength to all who are of need.

3 Bind them on your fingers; Write them on the tablet of your heart. Proverbs 7:3

If ever there was a time to know your position and stand in it, it’s NOW! Do not fear to battle against the evil forces that are trying to dispossess God’s people from His ways of righteousness, for many will fall away by sheer complacency.

50 Now the LORD spoke to Moses in the plains of Moab by the Jordan, across from Jericho, saying, 51 “Speak to the children of Israel, and say to them: ‘When you have crossed the Jordan into the land of Canaan, 52 then you shall drive out all the inhabitants of the land from before you, destroy all their engraved stones, destroy all their molded images, and demolish all their high places; 53 you shall dispossess the inhabitants of the land and dwell in it, for I have given you the land to possess. Numbers 33:50-53

THIS IS THE LAND THAT THE LORD JEHOVAH HAS GIVEN US TO DWELL IN, AND WE MUST PROTECT HER VEHEMENTLY AGAINST THE FILTH THAT IS SLOWLY CREEPING IN. AMERICA IS GOD’S AND WE ARE HIS PEOPLE!

As the body of Christ comes together as one power and mind, power will radiate out for the fulfillment of prophecies foretold in ages past. The visions seen by the Lord’s prophets will come forth as a mighty rushing wind of fulfillment & the Lord Jesus’ Name will be in everyone’s heart and then He will come. For those whose hearts are shut up will forever be shut up, apart from the joy and glory of the kingdom of God.

20 “I do not pray for these alone, but also for those who will believe in Me through their word; 21 that they all may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I in You; that they also may be one in Us, that the world may believe that You sent Me. 22 And the glory which You gave Me I have given them, that they may be one just as We are one: 23 I in them, and You in Me; that they may be made perfect in one, and that the world may know that You have sent Me, and have loved them as You have loved Me.
24 “Father, I desire that they also whom You gave Me may be with Me where I am, that they may behold My glory which You have given Me; for You loved Me before the foundation of the world. 25 O righteous Father! The world has not known You, but I have known You; and these have known that You sent Me. 26 And I have declared to them Your name, and will declare it, that the love with which You loved Me may be in them, and I in them.”

HERE’S THE NUGGET: Faith overcomes. Together let us be joyous and find happiness in one another in all we do, for we are the Lord’s most beloved.
Until next time,
remember that you are indeed at war!
Love Destiny / CYU

PALESTINIAN "GARBAGE TRUCK"

2010-08-10T21:38:00.000-07:00

Captured Palestinian "garbage truck" from Gaza

This is a captured Palestinian garbage truck from Gaza. The truck is set up to fire 9 Kasem rockets and then drive off innocently. The note pasted on the driver’s door says In case of traffic violations, please contact The Palestinian Authority. The Israelis have evidence of ambulances and emergency vehicles set up the same way.

Did you know that we just gave the Palestinians a $400 million dollar aid package?

WAKE UP AMERICA!

IN THE TWINKLING OF AN EYE

2010-07-24T17:39:00.000-07:00

In the twinkling of an eye, and when the final trumpet sounds, life as we know it will be no more. To think of this day makes me sad because of what and whom we will leave behind. I know that we read in the Word of God, once we are glorified to the Lord there will be no more pain, no more sorrow, but there will also be no more individuality as we have been gifted with in our earthly bodies, this day.

The gift of life is freely given and it is up to each one to choose for themselves, life over [spiritual] death, good over evil, right over wrong, joy over sorrow, and hope over despair. How you choose to see and be, is up to you!

You may have heard the saying, "today is the day, now is the time", well lovelies, it surely is! When will there ever be a better time to make amends, hold a hand, laugh a laugh, dance a dance, and make a memory?

Beloved, in all things, whether where you are today, or where you will be tomorrow, look about you. Take everything in and see the beauty that is for you to enjoy. Fill up your senses, for the Lord has and will give you the joy of life; and it is to partake of today.

HERE'S THE NUGGET:
Listen to the sounds about you, for in a little while you will hear them no more. Enjoy the wind on your face, and the smells of the land about you. Bask upon the beauty of the mountains before you, for their pleasures you will not partake of as you do now, tomorrow, when it comes...And lovelies, it will come...

Until Next time,
Live, love, laugh, & partake.
Love, Destiny / CYU Ministries

THE HARDEST PART

2010-05-03T10:30:00.000-07:00

10 And Lot lifted his eyes and saw all the plain of Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere (before the LORD destroyed Sodom and Gomorrah) like the garden of the LORD, like the land of Egypt as you go toward Zoar. 11 Then Lot chose for himself all the plain of Jordan, and Lot journeyed east. And they separated from each other. 12 Abram dwelt in the land of Canaan, and Lot dwelt in the cities of the plain and pitched his tent even as far as Sodom. 13 But the men of Sodom were exceedingly wicked and sinful against the LORD. Gen 13:10-13

What you want for or from someone, will never supersede what someone chooses for themselves.

I think that the hardest part for humans is to truly grasp the meaning of unconditional love because we all want to be loved, we all need to be loved, and we want to be loved by those we want to be loved by. But we know that life does not always work that way: Maybe there's a parent who wasn't able to give you the love that you needed, maybe there's a spouse or maybe there's just someone that you're into who's not into you.

Lovelies, understand that people only change because they want to change and not because you want them to change. If you can love someone for who they are and not what they could be or should be for you, you will understand the meaning of unconditional love.

Let your conduct be without covetousness; be content with such things as you have. For He Himself has said, “I will never leave you nor forsake you.
Hebrews 13:5

Until next time,
Find solace in the One who will never leave nor forsake you.
Love Destiny, CYU

MORNING TIME

2010-04-26T07:49:00.000-07:00

It's morning time - Time for a new day and a new way. I'm sitting here with an extra, extra hot cup of coffee in one hand, an ice water in the other; a sip of each, and I am me!

Lovelies, this morning I want to remind you that you are not to place your confidence upon what man perceives to be true, for within you is the knowledge of truth, and the Word is with you. Be at peace knowing that your Father is working all things out. Stand your watch and most importantly, put your worship first and far above your service. Praise is the key to the kingdom's attention and your worship intensifies your praise..so make a joyful sound and see what comes..

HERE'S THE NUGGET: The Lord is your Lord and He seeks your love, worship and praise more than your service. The Lord will not be an afterthought and He will not begin to give rest or bless any who do not seek Him first, before all things.

Until next time,
Meditate on the following scriptures (NIV):

You shall love the LORD your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your strength. Deuteronomy 6:5

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. 12 Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you. 13 You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:11-13

Love Destiny
Singer/songwriter/servant.
CYU Ministries

HB 1388 PASSED ??

2010-04-22T12:37:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
This is just one email that I received today about HB 1388..read on and look into it for yourselves..If you sit quietly in your own little spot, you are as guilty as those seeking to destroy and devour our United States of America. My God will hear the cries of His people and you will either stand with us or get trampled by those who are willing to protect and defend the sanctity of this glorious nation. God will bless the America once again..Selah!

You just spent $20,000,000 to move members/supporters of Hamas, a terrorist organization, to the United States ; They get housing, food, the whole enchilada.

HB 1388 PASSED

Whether you are an Obama fan, or not, EVERYONE IN THE U. S. Needs to know.....

Something happened.... H.R. 1388 was passed, behind our backs. You may want to read about it.. It wasn't mentioned on the news... Just went by on the ticker tape at the bottom of the CNN
Screen.

Obama funds $20M in tax payer dollars to immigrate Hamas Refugees to the USA . This is the news that didn't make the headlines...
By executive order, President Barack Obama has ordered the expenditure of $20.3 million in "migration assistance" to the Palestinian refugees and "conflict victims" in Gaza .

The "presidential determination", which allows hundreds of thousands of Palestinians with ties to Hamas to resettle in the United States , was signed and appears in the Federal Register.

Few on Capitol Hill, or in the media, took note that the order provides a free ticket replete with housing and food allowances to individuals who have displayed their overwhelming support to the Islamic Resistance Movement (Hamas) in the parliamentary election of January 2006.

Let's review....itemized list of some of Barack Obama ' s most recent actions since his inauguration:

His first call to any head of state, as president, was to Mahmoud Abbas , leader of Fatah party in the Palestinian territory.
His first one-on-one television interview with any news organization was with Al Arabia television.
His first executive order was to fund/facilitate abortion(s) not just here within the U. S. , but within the world, using U. S. Tax payer funds.
He ordered Guantanamo Bay closed and all military trials of detainees halted.
He ordered overseas CIA interrogation centers closed.
He withdrew all charges against the masterminds behind the USS Cole and the "terror attack" on 9/11.
Now we learn that he is allowing hundreds of thousands of Palestinian refuges to move to, and live in, the US at American taxpayer expense.
These important, and insightful, issues are being "lost" in the blinding bail-outs and "stimulation" packages.

Doubtful? To verify this for yourself: www.thefederalregister.com/d.p/2009-02-04-E9-2488

DESTINY, PLEASE PASS THIS ON... AMERICA NEEDS TO KNOW
WE are losing this country at a rapid pace.

NEVADA TEA PARTY 2010

2010-04-14T08:30:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
In case you were wondering if you are alone...

If there were only one righteous left, God would still hear. So remember lovelies, there are many!
Love, Destiny
CYU Ministries

The meaning of Easter in song

2010-04-03T17:08:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter Lovelies!
May yours be spent in reflection with those you love, and who love you back.
Love Destiny.

GO MILITARY

2010-04-01T15:27:00.000-07:00

Okay, so people send me emails all of the time and once in a while I get one that I just have to blog about, and it goes like this:

Hey Destiny,
I just flew with a guy who overheard this conversation on the VHF Guard (emergency) frequency 121.5 MHz while flying from Europe to Dubai and it's too good not to pass along.
FYI: In addition to communicating with the local Air Traffic Control facility, all aircraft in the Persian Gulf AOR are required to give the Iranian Air Defense Radar (military) a ten minute 'heads up' if they will be transiting Iranian airspace.
This is a common procedure for commercial aircraft and involves giving them your call sign, transponder code, type of aircraft, and points of origin and destination.

The conversation went like this...

Iranian Air Defense Radar: 'Unknown aircraft you are in Iranian airspace. Identify yourself.'

Aircraft: 'This is a United States aircraft. I am in Iraqi airspace.'

Iranian Air Defense Radar: 'You are in Iranian airspace. If you do not depart our airspace we will launch interceptor aircraft!'

Aircraft: 'This is a United States Marine Corps FA-18 fighter. Send 'em up, I'll wait!'

Air Defense Radar: (no response .... total silence)
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Until next time,
Love your military and your country!
Love, Destiny / CYU Ministries

A DAY THE LORD HAS MADE

2010-03-20T18:52:00.000-07:00

Today is not the day to be contrite nor out of sorts. Realign yourselves again in the Spirit of Jesus, and replenish your spirit of knowledge and wisdom that has been placed into you. You are not and will not be the world's friend so stop trying to fit in!
Remember to be yourselves, perfect and Pure of heart; as much as is able that is in any man.

This is the day the LORD has made;We will rejoice and be glad in it.
Psalm 118:24

Until next time,
Be BOLD for Jesus
Destiny/CYU Ministries

A broken America

2010-03-09T15:37:00.000-08:00

GOOD TO BE ME AGAIN

2010-01-26T22:17:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,
I just wanted to share an inspiration with you so that next time you find yourself overwhelmed, you will know just what to do.
This past month or two, we have been inundated with distractions. I personally have taken on too much and it has caused me to lose focus. So yesterday I cried out and asked The Lord to clean up my slate so that I could get back on track, and within a few short hours everything changed: Doors closed with completeness, new doors that we were meant to walk through opened, and I was made whole once again.

Oh praise The Lord that His mercies never fail us!!

"Oh, give thanks to the LORD, for He is good!For His mercy endures forever." 1 Chronicles 16:34

If you ever feel overwhelmed, take a deep breath and ask The Lord to get out His big broom..He is good at cleaning up those messes. : )

It's good to be me again...I am now ready to dance that silly dance....
Have a great week.
Blessings, Destiny.
CYU Ministries

POWER TO THE PEOPLE

2010-01-18T20:21:00.001-08:00

Acts 1:4-11, “And being assembled together with them, He commanded them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the Promise of the Father, “which” he said, “you have heard from me: for John truly baptized with water, but you shall be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 Therefore, when they had come together, they asked Him, saying, “Lord, will You at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 And He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons which the Father has put in His own authority. 8 But you shall receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you shall be witnesses to Me in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 Now when He had spoken these things, while they watched, He was taken up, and a cloud received Him out of their sight. 10 And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold, two men stood by them in white apparel, 11 who also said, “Men of Galilee, why do you stand gazing up into heaven? This same Jesus, who was taken up from you into heaven, will so come in like manner as you saw Him go into heaven.”

EMPOWERED BY THE SPIRIT
The distinctive purpose of the outpouring of The Holy Spirit of Acts, was and still is to bring power to the church for ministry. Many Christians today walk in complete defeat, and for many reasons we see the church operating as a powerless entity always ready to apologize to the liberal agenda for their faith. Beloved, the church was not established so that we could be a friend to the world..

James 4:4 "Adulterers and adulteresses! Do you not know that friendship with the world is enmity with God? Whoever therefore wants to be a friend of the world makes himself an enemy of God."

Many warriors of old fought and died knowing that there was yet to be a generation who would see the power of the Holy One unleashed in the fullness of time. You are of the privileged few who have been gifted a spot in this time piece of God’s magnificent Clock. If the church would stop trying to build upon something that has already been established and get back to the simplicity of the great calling, we would see mountains move and power revealed that none could deny.

UPON THIS ROCK

Matthew 16:13-18: 13, “When Jesus came into the region of Caesarea Philippi, He asked His disciples, saying, “Who do men say that I, the Son of Man, am?” 14 So they said, “Some say John the Baptist, some Elijah, and others Jeremiah or one of the prophets.” 15 He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” 16 Simon Peter answered and said, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” 17 Jesus answered and said to him, “Blessed are you, Simon Bar-Jonah, for flesh and blood has not revealed this to you, but My Father who is in heaven. 18 And I also say to you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build My church, and the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it.”

So you say, “I have confessed that Jesus is Lord.” But now I ask you, IS Jesus Lord of your life? If you have found the work apportioned to you to be laborious, you are the lord of your own life! Find the joy of your calling, and then you will see the power of it. If you are unsure, if you can no longer see clearly, remember that the Lord’s Word is a lamp to your feet; use it to light the way.

Psalm 119:105, “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

LIFT UP THY COUNTENANCE
Do not grumble nor moan, for what profit is there in this? Lift up your countenance with good things; thoughts of love and purpose, for you are a candle of The Lord’s Light and wherever you place your feet, someone should find Jesus there.

2 Corinthians 5:20, “20 Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God.”

HERE’S THE NUGGET: There does come a time for movement. Do not consider the ways of the world as your victor, for it crumbles about you.
Until next time,
Meditate on 1 John 2:17
Love, Destiny / CYU Ministries

KILL THE MESSENGER & THE MESSAGE WILL STILL LIVE ON

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This ridiculous attack on Brit Hume is not only ignorant but purely irrelevant. His life giving advice to Tiger Woods has been chastised and violently attacked by liberal media, who cannot stand to hear the words of life in any form!

The only path that leads to the redemption of sins is by way of Jesus. Any "religion" that does not recognize Jesus as LORD is just another interpretation of nothingness: A feel good message that ultimately leads to eternal death!

"WE REPORT, YOU DECIDE" SHOULD be every Christian's motto, and each man, upon hearing the good news of a Savior, must make that decision all by themselves. Jesus Christ, the one and only Son of God has made a way for all to come, BUT each must come on their own accord.

You don't like the message..TOO BAD! Remove the messenger, and the message will still live on...JESUS CHRIST IS THE ONLY WAY TO THE FATHER.

How about you log on the Foxnews.com and leave a kudos for Brit?

Until next time,
Don't just sit there with your mouth quiet!
Love, Destiny

2010 Census to Begin

2010-01-05T09:11:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies,
Just got this email and thought you should read it too:

WARNING: 2010 Census Cautions from the Better Business Bureau
Be Cautious About Giving Info to Census Workers
by Susan Johnson, BBB

With the U.S. Census process beginning, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) advises people to be cooperative, but cautious, so as not to become a victim of fraud or identity theft. The first phase of the 2010 U.S. Census is under way as workers have begun verifying the addresses of households across the country. Eventually, more than 140,000 U.S. Census workers will count every person in the United States and will gather information about every person living at each address including name, age, gender, race, and other relevant data.

The big question is - how do you tell the difference between a U.S.. Census worker and a
con artist? BBB offers the following advice:

If a U.S. Census worker knocks on your door, they will have a badge, a handheld device, a Census Bureau canvas bag, and a confidentiality notice. Ask to see their identification and their badge before answering their questions. However, you should never invite anyone you don't know into your home.
Census workers are currently only knocking on doors to verify address information. Do not give your Social Security number, credit card or banking information to anyone, even if they claim they need it for the U.S. . Census.

REMEMBER, NO MATTER WHAT THEY ASK, YOU REALLY ONLY NEED TO TELL THEM HOW MANY PEOPLE LIVE AT YOUR ADDRESS...

While the Census Bureau might ask for basic financial information, such as a salary range, YOU DON'T HAVE TO ANSWER ANYTHING AT ALL ABOUT YOUR FINANCIAL SITUATION. The Census Bureau will not ask for Social Security, bank account, or credit card numbers, nor will employees solicit donations. Any one asking for that information is NOT with the Census Bureau.

AND REMEMBER, THE CENSUS BUREAU HAS DECIDED NOT TO WORK WITH ACORN ON GATHERING THIS INFORMATION. .. No Acorn worker should approach you saying he/she is with the Census Bureau.

Eventually, Census workers may contact you by telephone, mail, or in person at home. However, the Census Bureau will not contact you by Email, so be on the lookout for Email scams impersonating the Census.

Never click on a link or open any attachments in an Email that are supposedly from the U.S. Census Bureau..

Blessings Lovelies,
Destiny

HAPPY 2010

2009-12-31T22:28:00.001-08:00

Hi Lovelies,
Happy New Year! May 2010 be the year of abundant harvest to you and yours. As you have given, may you receive. Luke 6:38

CHRISTmas Video

2009-12-21T11:48:00.000-08:00

What CHRISTmas means to me.

TRUTH IN LOSS

2009-12-16T10:43:00.001-08:00

And if it seems evil to you to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD. Joshua 24:15

As some of you know, we recently lost a nephew to bad decisions and the pull of addiction. Over the last several weeks, I have heard many comments from pastors, evangelists, family and friends as to why God would "take" him. I have heard things like, "He was rescued from the pull of addiction, he was taken to keep him from any more pain, he was taken to keep him from sure failure of facing the anti-Christ and not being able to refuse the mark of the beast," to one actually writing a word of prophecy that God Himself reached down and "..snatched His little lamb."

All of the above are gross mischaracterizations of The Great God Jehovah. You see, my nephew was not walking with Christ, was not searching for truth, and from all outward observation, had clearly turned his back on the Giver of life. Having recently joined a cult monastery, my nephew clearly vocalized that there was no such thing as God, certainly no Jesus, and no judgment of all men. Now growing up, I too had a rebellious side and so I can deduce that many things that came out of his mouth were more than likely said for effect. I also know that he was raised in the church, prophesied over many times, and knew the Truth of Jesus from birth.

Is my nephew in heaven? Is my nephew in hell? I do not know but I can tell you this; on the outside it would appear that the answer to this question would have to be no, but on the inside, where Christ either resides or doesn’t, is where he will be judged.

30 He who is not with Me is against Me, and he who does not gather with Me scatters abroad. 31 “Therefore I say to you, every sin and blasphemy will be forgiven men, but the blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven men. 32 Anyone who speaks a word against the Son of Man, it will be forgiven him; but whoever speaks against the Holy Spirit, it will not be forgiven him, either in this age or in the age to come.
33 “Either make the tree good and its fruit good, or else make the tree bad and its fruit bad; for a tree is known by its fruit. 34 Brood of vipers! How can you, being evil, speak good things? For out of the abundance of the heart the mouth speaks. 35 A good man out of the good treasure of his heart brings forth good things, and an evil man out of the evil treasure brings forth evil things. 36 But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment. Matthew 12:30-36

WHERE VICTORY RESIDES
Beloved, understand that you do not, and are not to wage war in the physical, because your armament is not with you. All things must be fought in the Spirit where your faith and strength will either overcome, or not.

Ephesians 6:12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against powers, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places.

The Lord God is not He who destroys or takes away: He comes to give life more abundantly. Each makes their decisions that map out their course. If after the day’s journey one finds themselves lost, it is because they did not choose the right path for that day and must pay the consequences of their decisions-Good or bad.

HERE’S THE NUGGET:
The steps of a good man are ordered (designed) by The Lord God, but if not followed, He is not there to protect any who decides to detour away from the vectored path that He laid out to follow.

The steps of a good man are ordered by the LORD, and He delights in his way. Psalm 37:23

Until next time,
Be warned, the time to lament for someone is not after they have passed, but rather when you see them turning from light to dark, exchanging the truth for a lie.
Love, Destiny
CYU Ministries

THE ALTAR OF ASKING

2009-12-02T22:01:00.000-08:00

6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

Why cry about things that you have given to the Lord to accomplish for you by your asking? What you leave at the altar of asking, leave it and allow what will be, be. To waste your precious moments worrying about what may or not be will shorten your days and what is given you will be taken away, unused
(Matt 21).

Cease from anger, and forsake wrath; Do not fret—it only causes harm. Psalm 37:8

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Find joy in your days, for the prince of darkness causes darkness to descend upon all who find dissatisfaction in their allotment, and causes even the elect to find fault in the Giver.
Until next time,
ingest the following scriptures
Love, Destiny

If you then, being evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father who is in heaven give good things to those who ask Him! Matthew 7:11

Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Philippians 4:6-7

FORGIVENESS = FRATERNIZING?

2009-11-23T20:36:00.000-08:00

Hi Lovelies, This is the time of year that we get bombarded with emails regarding family ties and what is required of them in terms of gathering together--so if you haven't already click here to read "Who is my brother?"
http://destinyofcyu.blogspot.com/2007/07/who-is-my-brother.html

Fret not,
Love Destiny.

WHEN THE TRUMPET SOUNDS

2009-11-19T10:14:00.001-08:00

When the trumpet sounds, whether living on Mars or hanging in bars, Jesus will come to claim his own, & all the earth tribes shall mourn... ARE YOU READY?

Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven, and then all the tribes of the earth will mourn, and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory. Matthew 24:30
11 Now I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and makes war. 12 His eyes were like a flame of fire, and on His head were many crowns. He had[a] a name written that no one knew except Himself. 13 He was clothed with a robe dipped in blood, and His name is called The Word of God. 14 And the armies in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean,[b] followed Him on white horses. 15 Now out of His mouth goes a sharp[c] sword, that with it He should strike the nations. And He Himself will rule them with a rod of iron. He Himself treads the winepress of the fierceness and wrath of Almighty God. Revelation 19:11-15

How about perfecting life here before we try to corrupt another planet with our bloated self-worth?

Until next time,
Christ's love is perfect, be perfect in Christ.
Love Destiny.

HOW CAN YOU DENY THIS?

2009-11-09T19:15:00.001-08:00

Civilization's debt to Islam?

I am PRO CHOICE...

2009-11-07T08:51:00.000-08:00

This is a baby in the first trimester. It has fingers, toes, a brain, and a purpose!

Do not be duped, abortion has nothing to do with party lines: Killing a baby, whether in womb or laying in its crib is murder!

“Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; Before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet to the nations.” Jeremiah 1:5

Every living thing has a purpose, and every living thing is known by God, but only man was brought forth by the very breath of the Creator of all...this same Creator that stands ready to judge the church for its false ways and doctrines of man. I recently spoke to someone who worked for an abortion clinic for many years. The turning point for her was when she could clearly see the baby trying to get away from the tool that was being used to suck out its life. Oh yes beloved, I am pro-choice: Choose to abstain from sex until marriage, and then choose to use birth control until you are ready to start a family.

If you call yourself a Christian, a follower of Christ, and you support any party, organization, or legislation that supports the killing of a baby, you are false and you will answer to the highest power of all! If you have supported abortion in the past, you can choose this day to stand upright and be counted as a worthy messenger.

Until next time,
do not be duped, everyone will give an account to Jesus!
Love, Destiny.
CYU

4 Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, So are the children of one’s youth. 5 Happy is the man who has his quiver full of them; They shall not be ashamed, But shall speak with their enemies in the gate. Psalm 127:4-5

THE CRUST OF SELF

2009-11-02T11:05:00.001-08:00

Where do wars and fights come from among you? Do they not come from your desires for pleasure that war in your members? 2 You lust and do not have. You murder and covet and cannot obtain. You fight and war. Yet you do not have because you do not ask. 3 You ask and do not receive, because you ask amiss, that you may spend it on your pleasures. James 4:1-3

WHEN WILL I HAVE PEACE?
Beloved, understand that peace will come to you when you break free from unfulfilled desires that have encrusted you. Why reach for the unseen when what is visible and tangible is right in front of you? I speak from knowledge when I say to you that if you cannot enjoy your life in the least of things, you will never find satisfaction in the most.

THE PARABLE OF THE MINAS
12 Therefore He said: “A certain nobleman went into a far country to receive for himself a kingdom and to return. 13 So he called ten of his servants, delivered to them ten minas, and said to them, ‘Do business till I come.’ 14 But his citizens hated him, and sent a delegation after him, saying, ‘We will not have this man to reign over us.’ 15 “And so it was that when he returned, having received the kingdom, he then commanded these servants, to whom he had given the money, to be called to him, that he might know how much every man had gained by trading. 16 Then came the first, saying, ‘Master, your mina has earned ten minas.’ 17 And he said to him, ‘Well done, good servant; because you were faithful in a very little, have authority over ten cities.’ Luke 19:12-17

Reach out and enjoy what you know: To live for tomorrow is not of the Lord Jesus, but from you, and you will never find peace or joy seeking what may come, allowing the joys of what is all about you to evaporate away as a mist, never to return.

THE HAND THAT GIVES
Is it not the Lord God who gives? The same God that you continually seek? Then allow the Lord to do for you what He will, and not what you seek in desperation. Beloved, understand that asking and believing is the key to receiving, but not to enjoy the fruit given you to eat is a sin, and you must reconcile to God what is His for you and what is yours for you, and then let it go.

18 Now all things are of God, who has reconciled us to Himself through Jesus Christ, and has given us the ministry of reconciliation, 19 that is, that God was in Christ reconciling the world to Himself, not imputing their trespasses to them, and has committed to us the word of reconciliation. 2 Corinthians 5:18-19

As administers of the Word given you to disperse, know that it is truth, power, and strength; believe in it and it will guide your watch this day.

HERE’S THE NUGGET:
Follow your dreams and put your trust in Jesus and He will show you the path of your life. He will prosper the works of your hands, endow you with the Spirit of Excellence, and He will not leave you naked nor lost.

Until next time,
Breath the breath of life, this day.
Love, Destiny /
CYU Ministries

The LORD did not set His love on you nor choose you because you were more in number than any other people, for you were the least of all peoples; 8 but because the LORD loves you, and because He would keep the oath which He swore to your fathers, the LORD has brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you from the house of bondage, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt.
Deuteronomy 7:7-8

RELICS AND RITUALS

2009-10-28T10:36:00.001-07:00

CLOTHES THAT I WEAR?
BOWS IN MY HAIR?
PEOPLE I KNOW?
PLACES I GO?
THINGS THAT I SEE?
THINGS THAT I DO?
WHAT MAKES ME A CHRISTIAN,
AND CAN THEY SAVE YOU?
by Destiny
CYU Ministries

16 Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.
Matthew 5:16

Hi Lovelies,
While it is noble to honor God with your statement of faith, it is biblical to follow the rules of those in authority!

1 Peter 2:13-15, "15 Therefore submit yourselves to every ordinance of man for the Lord’s sake, whether to the king as supreme, 14 or to governors, as to those who are sent by him for the punishment of evildoers and for the praise of those who do good. 15 For this is the will of God, that by doing good you may put to silence the ignorance of foolish men—"

If you do not like your company's policies, go somewhere else. If you do not like your company's ethics, find a company that shares your beliefs. If you cannot find a suitable environment, use the gifts that God has given you to start your own business, but the bottom line is that you do not have the right to come against company policy to suit your own personal beliefs! Rules are rules, and unless someone is attempting to strip you of your inherent right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, put up or leave!

SANCTIFIED BY TRUTH:
To keep yourself unspotted from this world, carry Jesus in your heart, and your light will shine forth as a noon day sun. For without the infilling love of Jesus, you are but another clanging symbol, clinging to the religious relics and rituals that can neither save, nor change lives (including your own)!

I do not pray that You should take them out of the world, but that You should keep them from the evil one. 16 They are not of the world, just as I am not of the world. 17 Sanctify them by Your truth. Your word is truth. 18 As You sent Me into the world, I also have sent them into the world. 19 And for their sakes I sanctify Myself, that they also may be sanctified by the truth. John 17: 15-18

If there be any good religion it is as defined in James 1:27:

27 Pure and undefiled religion before God and the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their trouble, and to keep oneself unspotted from the world. James 1:27

HERE'S THE NUGGET:
Be bold and forthright in your ways: Walk in truth, deceive none, be a doer of good, be proud of your position given you by God, never look down on any, nor up to any, nor allow the evil impression of deceptions to lessen what you are doing, anywhere or at anytime that you are presenting The Lord Jesus. Let your humbleness be seen by man, and your heart will be known by God.

28 and the base things of the world and the things which are despised God has chosen, and the things which are not, to bring to nothing the things that are, 29 that no flesh should glory in His presence.
1 Corinthians 1:28-29

Until next time,
Laughter is good medicine; take a belly full and be full.
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

A QUICK NOTE

2009-10-20T18:36:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
I know you're there and I have a word for you, so sit tight and I will post it on Wordpress. Be sure to join our mailing list so that you can access our blog and other goodies: This is where we can get intimate with you.
Until next time,
Be watchful of those who ascend the ladder of life with self-serving intentions.
Love Destiny.

NAVIGATING THE VALLEY OF LIFE

2009-10-06T20:54:00.000-07:00

We were there and now we're not
A moment in time but not forgot
We cherish each day as if it's the last
because as sure as we blink, our time will have passed
by Destiny of CYU
copyright 2009 CYU Publishing

Today, Lovelies the Lord would have me ask you to look within and see how you judge, and why you judge is not a good thing. You are not privileged to know all things and henceforth, are not to make judgments accordingly.

Therefore judge nothing before the time, until the Lord comes, who will both bring to light the hidden things of darkness and reveal the counsels of the hearts. Then each one’s praise will come from God. 1 Corinthians 4:5

Beloved, understand that what some do and say, is a reflection on their confusion. The Lord has given you a Spirit of Truth and Honor not to be like-minded, but to walk proudly before all as ambassadors.

Now then, we are ambassadors for Christ, as though God were pleading through us: we implore you on Christ’s behalf, be reconciled to God. 2 Corinthians 5:20

You are not to become as any, nor indulge in the activities of the sick, but always, by the Lord's blessings, you are able to withstand and overcome by His Spirit.

Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand. Ephesians 6:13

Lovelies, understand that memories are long, but time is short. You must choose how to navigate through the valley that is life, and to know that there are shadows, pitfalls, sharp crags, and all that can cause physical and emotional pain and scars, but the Lord is with you as you seek Him to illuminate those places that are hidden, so that you are able to choose the right way to proceed without undo harm.

All said, lean on Jesus and not on your own understanding, and He will guide your feet.

Until next time,
prayerfully proceed through the valley of life.
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

SEMPER FI!

2009-10-05T11:42:00.000-07:00

Two California Highway Patrol Officers were conducting speeding enforcement on I-15, just north of the Marine Corps Air Station at Miramar. One of the officers was using a hand held radar device to check speeding vehicles approaching the crest of a hill. The officers were suddenly surprised when the radar gun began reading 300 miles per hour. The officer attempted to reset the radar gun, but it would not reset and then it turned off.

Just then a deafening roar over the treetops revealed that the radar had in fact locked on to a USMC F/A-18 Hornet (Northrop Grumman aircraft) which was engaged in a low flying exercise near the location.

Back at the CHP Headquarters the Patrol Captain fired off a complaint to the USMC Base Commander. The reply came back in true USMC style:

Thank you for your letter. We can now complete the file on this incident..

You may be interested to know that the tactical computer in the Hornet had detected the presence of, and subsequently locked on to your hostile radar equipment and automatically sent a jamming signal back to it, which is why it shut down.

Furthermore, an Air-to-Ground missile aboard the fully armed aircraft had also automatically locked on to your equipment location.

Fortunately, the Marine Pilot flying the Hornet recognized the situation for what it was, quickly responded to the missile system alert status and was able to override the automated defense system before the missile was launched to destroy the hostile radar position.

The pilot also suggests you cover your mouths when cussing at them, since the video systems on these jets are very high tech.

Sergeant Johnson, the officer holding the radar gun, should get his dentist to check his left rear molar. It appears the filling is loose. Also, the snap is broken on his holster.

Thank you for your concern.
Semper Fi

Until next time,
Love your country, love your military, and love me too!
Love, Destiny
CYU Ministries

Just a thought..

2009-09-16T15:46:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies, I was just finishing up a new song and it left me with this thought:
If you're young, pursue the dreams and desires of your heart, all the while continuing in your education..you can never be too educated! If you're older, learn the Art of Reinvention--there are wonders yet to partake of.

The bottom line is to live out your days hoping for another and always aware that it could be your last.

Until next time,
If you see me somewhere, come introduce yourself..it may be our one and only opportunity.
Love, Destiny

TODAY..

2009-09-13T15:39:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies, I wrote a new encouragement for you and I want you to repeat these words with me:

TODAY, I WILL COUNT MY BLESSINGS AND GIVE THANKS FOR WHAT I HAVE.
TODAY, I WILL HOLD MY HEAD UP IN CONFIDENCE, FOR THE LORD IS MY STRENGTH.
TODAY, I WILL NOT SAY 'I AM INFLICTED,' FOR JESUS IS THE HEALER.
TODAY, I WILL NOT CONCERN MYSELF WITH WHAT SOME SAY, FOR WHO ARE THEY BUT THE LOST?
TODAY, I WILL SAY THAT I HAVE BEEN CHOSEN FOR THIS TIME AND PLACE, TO BE WHO I AM, AND NOT WHO OTHERS WANT ME TO BE.
TODAY, I AM VICTORIOUS AND GIFTED WITH ANOINTING.

Until next time,
Meditate and ingest these words and you will find peace TODAY.
Love, Destiny.
CYU Ministries

A SMALL BLESSING

2009-09-06T15:52:00.001-07:00

Look at what we have been blessed with nearly every day for two weeks now! I realize that some reading this only see a few vegetables sitting on a chopping board, but you should know that all this wonderful squash came from one plant that was actually a piece of a stem that we somehow spotted and saved from sure death!

It begins with a short walk with little Annie, and our obsession for pulling weeds whenever, wherever! Once we spotted it, we carefully carried the tiny thing home, prayed over it and then stuck it in the ground, and within very little time, it thanked us with its bounty. What you see in this picture is literally what I pick every day-- I’m now having trouble finding people to give them to.

What a joy we would have missed if we didn't take the time to see it. And by the way, squash is my favorite veggie!

Ponder one of my favorite verses,

" Sing to the LORD, For He has done excellent things; This is known in all the earth" Isaiah 12:5.

Until next time,
Slow down.
Love, Destiny / CYU

THE SILVER LINING

2009-08-30T21:40:00.000-07:00

IT STARTED WITH A PROMISE
Ex. 3:7-8
7 And the LORD said: "I have surely seen the oppression of My people who [are] in Egypt, and have heard their cry because of their taskmasters, for I know their sorrows. 8 So I have come down to deliver them out of the hand of the Egyptians, and to bring them up from that land to a good and large land, to a land flowing with milk and honey, to the place of the Canaanites and the Hittites and the Amorites and the Perizzites and the Hivites and the Jebusites.

The journey begins with a promise and that journey can only be walked by the one, or ones, to whom the promise has been given. You came here today seeking a word of encouragement just as we all need in times of trial, but why are you such a sad lot? The Lord gives you things to fill your days, and you are not satisfied. The Lord fills your hearts with joy, and you throw it out only to fill them with longing. The Lord enables you to love, but you desire not to. The Lord will not change the make up of the world just to satisfy your boredom. Get out today and see, feel, and touch. Some of you complain about not having any money, but I say to you that not everything costs! All that is good and lovely is absolutely free for you. Enjoy your gifts and find purpose for them.

Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons. Freely you have received, freely give. Mat. 10:8

DO YOU SEE WHAT I SEE?
And the LORD spoke to Moses, saying, 2 "Send men to spy out the land of Canaan, which I am giving to the children of Israel; from each tribe of their fathers you shall send a man, every one a leader among them.” Num. 13:1-2.

Do you think for one moment that The Lord God did not know the condition of the land, the strength of the people, or the abundance therein? Is it possible that this was a test of the heart? And is it possible that how you choose to see things will determine your victory or defeat? Read on..

And they returned from spying out the land after forty days. Num. 13:25

27 Then they told him, and said: "We went to the land where you sent us. It truly flows with milk and honey, and this [is] its fruit. 28 Nevertheless the people who dwell in the land [are] strong; the cities [are] fortified [and] very large; moreover we saw the descendants of Anak there. 29 The Amalekites dwell in the land of the South; the Hittites, the Jebusites, and the Amorites dwell in the mountains; and the Canaanites dwell by the sea and along the banks of the Jordan.” 30 Then Caleb quieted the people before Moses, and said, "Let us go up at once and take possession, for we are well able to overcome it.” 31 But the men who had gone up with him said, "We are not able to go up against the people, for they [are] stronger than we.” 32 And they gave the children of Israel a bad report of the land which they had spied out, saying, "The land through which we have gone as spies [is] a land that devours its inhabitants, and all the people whom we saw in it [are] men of [great] stature. 33 There we saw the giants (the descendants of Anak came from the giants); and we were like grasshoppers in our own sight, and so we were in their sight.” Num. 13:27-33.

6 But Joshua the son of Nun and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, [who were] among those who had spied out the land, tore their clothes; 7 and they spoke to all the congregation of the children of Israel, saying: "The land we passed through to spy out [is] an exceedingly good land. 8 If the LORD delights in us, then He will bring us into this land and give it to us, 'a land which flows with milk and honey. 9 Only do not rebel against the LORD, nor fear the people of the land, for they [are] our bread; their protection has departed from them, and the LORD [is] with us. Do not fear them.” Num. 14:6-9

How is it, that of the twelve people who were sent to spy out the land, only two could see victory? Is it fair to say that your biggest enemy comes from within?

A FALTERING OPINION
Numbers 14:22-25
22 because all these men who have seen My glory and the signs which I did in Egypt and in the wilderness, and have put Me to the test now these ten times, and have not heeded My voice, 23 they certainly shall not see the land of which I swore to their fathers, nor shall any of those who rejected Me see it. 24 But My servant Caleb, because he has a different spirit in him and has followed Me fully, I will bring into the land where he went, and his descendants shall inherit it. 25 Now the Amalekites and the Canaanites dwell in the valley; tomorrow turn and move out into the wilderness by the Way of the Red Sea.”

God is a merciful God, God is a patient God, but God is a demanding God, rejecting those who will not stand in face of adversity! No one else can walk your path and no one else’s faith can guide your days. You are teetering on the brink of destruction if you allow fear to cripple your steps, the very steps that have already been laid out for you.

Ponder this: Of the six hundred thousand men over twenty, only Caleb and Joshua were able to enter into the promised land. Fear and disbelief killed the destiny of six hundred thousand men.

THE GOD OF SUDDENLY
1 Ki. 18:44-45
44 Then it came to pass the seventh time, that he said, "There is a cloud, as small as a man's hand, rising out of the sea!" So he said, "Go up, say to Ahab, 'Prepare [your chariot], and go down before the rain stops you.' " 45 Now it happened in the meantime that the sky became black with clouds and wind, and there was a heavy rain. So Ahab rode away and went to Jezreel.

Just as suddenly as that small rain cloud produced a downpour, your time will come and Jesus will knock on your door. Will faith be found?

THE SILVER LINING
Choose to be happy in all circumstances and look towards the silver lining, not the gray in the clouds. Beloved, The Lord Jesus knows your thoughts and feels your pain. He hears your heart’s cry and feels your anxiety, but to put your trust in the ways of man will always leave you empty.

I would have lost heart, unless I had believedThat I would see the goodness of the LORD In the land of the living. Psalm 27:13

HERE’S THE NUGGET:
It’s OK to be sad, but do not give up hope, for with The Lord Jesus, all that you ask for is available to those who endure. To believe is faithful, and to have faith is key, but to cry when you do not receive is foolish! Enjoy what you have today and give The Lord Jesus tomorrow, and your joy will be secure. If not, you will wallow in your sadness and what profit is there in this?

Until next time,
Affix your eyes decisively on the promises of God.
Love, Destiny
CYU

NEW ART

2009-08-27T10:49:00.000-07:00

LIVING THINGS
48" x 24"

Hi Lovelies, I thought I'd share my latest art piece with you. I wanted to create something warm and modern to hang above our bed. Beloved, I cannot stress enough, the importance of using all avenues in order to bring income to your household. The coming days will be grievous to those who are too afraid to step out. Come join us at The Christian Market Place. For pennies a day, you can create your store to sell, showcase or commission sponsorships.

The Lord directed the creation of this Global Mall to help you rise above the clouds falling down on those who place their trust in any man.

Read more here

Ladies, don't forget that you can get a free listing at http://womenofindustry.com

Have a beautiful weekend!
Blessings, Destiny
CYU

MERE MORTALS

2009-08-24T20:34:00.001-07:00

Our God is an awesome God who is not to be spoken of lightly nor referred to as "The man above!" The Great God Jehovah is the creator of all mankind, who at the wave of His Hand, formed the universe and all there is. The Lord God demands your heart and is by no means in need of causal accolades. Our Father, who is enthroned high above mere mortal understanding, expects your all and no less.

WHO NEEDS WHOM?
The Great God Jehovah has angels singing perpetual psalms, creatures that fall on their faces in reverence twenty four hours a day, (Rev4:8), heavenly saints that worship and adore Him, and most of all, the Lord Jesus sitting at His Right Hand, making intercession for you and me!

Oh foolish man, what need has He of your casual acknowledgment?

So to those who dare to give The Great God Jehovah a casual wink, I say to you, don't bother; for He will only be found to those who seek and follow after Him with their whole heart.

11 For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope. 12 Then you will call upon Me and go and pray to Me, and I will listen to you. 13 And you will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart. Jeremiah 29:11-13

HERE'S THE NUGGET: If you want to know who you are, you must first learn about The One who gave you life.

Until next time,
Ponder The One who breathed life into your dead bones.
Love Destiny
www.cyuministries.org

“I am the Alpha and the Omega, the Beginning and the End,” says the Lord, “who is and who was and who is to come, the Almighty.” Rev 1:8

GOSPEL FOLLY

2009-08-19T12:00:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
Have you ever watched the History Channel's documentaries on anything biblical? It sounds so stupid when a non-believer tries to quote The Word or give account of something written in the scriptures; they might as well be saying,"the sky is blue!"

1 Corinthians 1:18 tells us that those who are perishing cannot understand the message of the Cross. If one cannot understand the simplicity of The Truth, what possible value can there be in all of the gathering of worldly knowledge?

18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. 19 For it is written: “ I will destroy the wisdom of the wise, And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.” 20 Where is the wise? Where is the scribe? Where is the disputer of this age? Has not God made foolish the wisdom of this world? 21 For since, in the wisdom of God, the world through wisdom did not know God, it pleased God through the foolishness of the message preached to save those who believe. 22 For Jews request a sign, and Greeks seek after wisdom; 23 but we preach Christ crucified, to the Jews a stumbling block and to the Greeks foolishness, 24 but to those who are called, both Jews and Greeks, Christ the power of God and the wisdom of God. 25 Because the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men. 1 Corinthians 1:18-25

Oh what a foolish generation that dares to claim to be wise without acknowledging the All Mighty God Jehovah, and His Resurrected Son.

But you Beloved, keep all things simple, for your mind knows Truth but your heart will stumble with clutter if you allow it.

20 But he who received the seed on stony places, this is he who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; 21 yet he has no root in himself, but endures only for a while. For when tribulation or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he stumbles. Matthew 13:20-21

Until next time,
Stand on the firm foundation of Christ Our Most Glorious Hope and Expectation.
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

ANECDOTES & SHORT STORIES

2009-08-14T12:44:00.000-07:00

Hi lovelies, today I am taking a break from my own work and helping my Mom wrap up a series of books that The Lord inspired her to write. Though they're all very different in nature, when the Lord's Anointing is upon you it's amazing what one can accomplish! I am having so much fun digitizing old photographs and hearing the most fascinating stories about the people who lived near and frequented my Grandfather's Grocery store. The title of this soon to be released conversational book is, "Stories from the Palace Market" which is a narrative of some very colorful anecdotes and short stories of recollection on the goings on in my Grandfather's store. CYU will be publishing her works and will have them available in her webstore at The Christian Market Place
Have a great weekend,
Love Destiny

Here's a picture of my beautiful Mom, who by the way is an accomplished Classical Pianist and studio musician for those who only work with the best!

A MARRIAGE COVENANT

2009-08-09T16:19:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies, this is a MUST READ about God's view on marriage. Click the title above to read this post by Rev Ron on our Wordpress blog
http://cyuministries.wordpress.com/2009/08/09/a-marriage-covenant/

SELFISH AMBITION

2009-08-02T10:54:00.000-07:00

12 These are spots in your love feasts, while they feast with you without fear, serving only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried about by the winds; late autumn trees without fruit, twice dead, pulled up by the roots; 13 raging waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars for whom is reserved the blackness of darkness forever. Jude 1:12-13

GREED & LUSTFUL NEED

Selfish: Caring only for oneself
Ambition: An earnest desire for some type of achievement or distinction, as power, honor, fame, or wealth, and the willingness to strive for its attainment:

Combine the two and now you have someone that you are to avoid at all cost!! We all know people who fit into the above descriptions, trampling and stepping over anyone in order to get to the front of the church for some special “anointing” or prayer. I personally know some who are using their own children’s gifts and talents in order to promote their personal advancement. If this describes you, STOP right now and understand that if you continue in this eternally destructive behavior, one day your children will come to resent you, but more than this, you WILL give an account to God for your selfishness and reap the penalty therein!

Like arrows in the hand of a warrior, So are the children of one’s youth. Psalm 127:4
12 For the word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart. 13 And there is no creature hidden from His sight, but all things are naked and open to the eyes of Him to whom we must give account. Hebrews 4:12-13
Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap. Galatians 6:7

Beloved, the self-imposed infection of selfish ambition has been around long before you and I, and will remain long after we‘ve stepped into Glory. Being in the Music Ministry/Industry, we meet all kinds of people and are approached and solicited for all kinds of partnerships and alliances, but one thing that we avoid at all costs is a selfish, self-centered person or organization whose sole purpose is to promote their own agenda! This discernment absolutely spills over into our personal lives and we are very cautious as to whom we call ‘friend ’ and invite to sup at our table.

Phil 1:15-17
15 Some indeed preach Christ even from envy and strife, and some also from goodwill: 16 The former preach Christ from selfish ambition, not sincerely, supposing to add affliction to my chains; 17 but the latter out of love, knowing that I am appointed for the defense of the gospel.

BARNACLES ON THE SHIP OF LIFE:

Selfish ambitious people are like sponges; they will absorb all that you have to lovingly give, and then when you are empty and they have gleaned all that they can glean, they will leave full, seeking ways to apply your knowledge & generosity to promote themselves. Do you think for one moment that they will ever acknowledge your love-kindness? I think not, in fact in some twisted way they feel that they are owed for allowing you to bless them.
I once had a family member tell me regarding a generosity that we performed that, “ Some are created to give and some are created to receive. ” They of course believed that they were of the lucky chosen created to be supported and blessed by another’s hand.

You are warned to avoid such people and you do not need to be afraid or feel guilty about being selective with whom you hang your hat or break your bread with:

12 These are spots in your love feasts, while they feast with you without fear, serving only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried about by the winds; late autumn trees without fruit, twice dead, pulled up by the roots; 13 raging waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars for whom is reserved the blackness of darkness forever.
Jude 1:12-13

HERE’S THE NUGGET:
Love overcomes, but if they whom you confront have not love, then do not waste your time nor energy trying to implant something foreign into their dead bones, for they will not accept it from you.

Until next time,
Be proud of your station.
Love, Destiny
www.cyuministries.org

NEW WEBSITE FOR MY WRITINGS

2009-07-26T20:56:00.001-07:00

Oh I'm having so much fun putting together this new site for all things happy! You can come and read poetry, listen to songs, buy songs, and much more! If you want me to email you with updates, just join my mailing by clicking here.

Have a good week Lovelies!
Love Destiny

WHAT ABOUT ME?

2009-07-21T11:03:00.000-07:00

Have you ever wondered, "What about me?" I remember when Rev & I met, he told me that there were times before he knew Jesus that he would stand outside in the vastness of his property and scream this very thing out loud. He told me that he often felt abandoned by happiness while everyone Else's life seemed to be fulfilled. I too have felt this way many times in my own life and this morning as I sit in reflection on all that The Lord has done to and for us, I am so grateful for His provisions and protection over the years. I am also reminded that there is no sin in wondering 'Why.'

PERCEPTION OF DECEPTION:
As I look back at the times when I felt most alone and abandoned by God, it was when I was relying on an outer source to bring me validation. To understand me, you will need to know a little history:
As a child there was very little love given out within my family and being the youngest of 4, I was often overlooked and ignored..BUT from as early an age as I can remember (maybe 4 or 5), The Lord would comfort me with thoughts that I am loved by Him and that He was enough for me.

As I grew up, the pressure from external forces and my need to be loved led me down many paths that I would never choose for anyone. I began to hear words of doubt and inadequacies; subconsciously making a comfortable haven for these words to germinate.

Beloved, there is a scripture that warns us to be careful not only what we hear but how we hear it.

17 For nothing is secret that will not be revealed, nor anything hidden that will not be known and come to light. 18 Therefore take heed how you hear. For whoever has, to him more will be given; and whoever does not have, even what he seems to have will be taken from him. Luke 8:17-18

Satan loves to use the mind of man to destroy him. He gleefully whispers words of doubt and delights in clouding your perception with visions of failure so that he can destroy your faith, kill your hope, and sequester your joy in Christ: All of this destructive, satanic plotting is fertilized in the mind of a doubting man.

8 Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion, seeking whom he may devour. 9 Resist him, steadfast in the faith, knowing that the same sufferings are experienced by your brotherhood in the world. 1 peter 5:8-9

So Beloved, I will tell you again that there is no sin in the questioning or wondering as to why a particular thing is happening to you but beware, all sin starts with seeds of doubt that may germinate into a destructive end if you do not sequester it with the knowledge that Jesus Is in control of your destiny if you allow Him to be.

As I read about Jesus in The Garden of Gethsemane, I am reminded that even in His darkest hour He could say, 'Not My will but thy will.'

36 Then Jesus came with them to a place called Gethsemane, and said to the disciples, “Sit here while I go and pray over there". 37 And He took with Him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, and He began to be sorrowful and deeply distressed. 38 Then He said to them, “My soul is exceedingly sorrowful, even to death. Stay here and watch with Me.” 39 He went a little farther and fell on His face, and prayed, saying, “O My Father, if it is possible, let this cup pass from Me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as You will" Matthew 26:36-39

Lovelies, there IS POWER AND VICTORY In the shed BLOOD OF JESUS! Assuredly I tell you that if satan would have known what The Cross of Calvary would achieve for you and I, he would have never crucified The Lord of Glory.. But Jesus' story was already written and so is yours!

7 But we speak the wisdom of God in a mystery, the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages for our glory, 8 which none of the rulers of this age knew; for had they known, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 1 Corinthians 2:7-8

Walk your walk and do not despair over questions that you may have, but understand that your trials and tribulations are achieving for you an Eternal Glory that far out weighs it all. Be purpose driven with the focus of a warrior.

Until next time,
we're in this together.
Love Destiny.
CYU Ministries

LOOK WHAT WE SAW TODAY

2009-07-11T22:14:00.000-07:00

Oh what a JOY it was to find these three baby Bobcats. We cruise this road all of the time and have never so much as spotted an adult Bobcat, but look at what The Lord blessed our eyes with today (July 11). I have more pictures of them but for some reason I can't upload.

You can click the link below to see them on My page

http://viewmorepics.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewAlbums&friendID=478623824

Until next time lovelies,
take the time to be one with nature.
Love Destiny

SALVATION TO ALL

2009-07-07T17:12:00.000-07:00

Isaiah 56:1-6
1 Thus says the LORD:

“ Keep justice, and do righteousness,
For My salvation is about to come,
And My righteousness to be revealed.
2 Blessed is the man who does this,
And the son of man who lays hold on it;
Who keeps from defiling the Sabbath,
And keeps his hand from doing any evil.”
3 Do not let the son of the foreigner
Who has joined himself to the LORD
Speak, saying,

“ The LORD has utterly separated me from His people”;
Nor let the eunuch say,

“ Here I am, a dry tree.”
4 For thus says the LORD:

“ To the eunuchs who keep My Sabbaths,
And choose what pleases Me,
And hold fast My covenant,
5 Even to them I will give in My house
And within My walls a place and a name
Better than that of sons and daughters;
I will give them an everlasting name
That shall not be cut off.“

Today I write to you from a sad observation and personal emails that we receive regarding those who have turned away from gathering with the saints due to the bigotry and haughtiness of the church. I understand that at times friendship with the world can seem (& maybe is) much more genuine than a relationship with a fellow Believer. Many of you have been hurt by your church family and now equate or blame Jesus for your pain. Beloved, I really do get it, but do not allow the shortcomings of any man to destroy your walk with Christ. Jesus Is Lovely and pure, and a shield to those who put their trust in Him (Proverbs 30:5).

There is so much confusion today about Jew & Gentile and how we all fit in, that some have forgotten Jesus came for everyone. Salvation is not just for the select few, but for all who call upon the Name of The Lord Our God. Romans 10:12 tells us, “For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek, for the same Lord over all is rich to all who call upon Him.”

Look at the following Psalms:

“For You, Lord, are good, and ready to forgive, And abundant in mercy to all those who call upon You.” Psalm 86:5
“The LORD is near to all who call upon Him, To all who call upon Him in truth.” Psalm 145:18

There are many whom I personally know that have made a clique and a religion out of labeling themselves as a Zionist or Messianic Jew, as if they now belong to a 'Club Elite!' They abstain from eating foods once enjoyed, dissect and destroy the simplicity of The Word of God, and are so bound with Legalistic rules and regulations, that they have made void the Power of The Cross in their lives: These beloved are those whom Jude referred to as, " spots in your love feasts" "..while they feast with you without fear, serving only themselves. They are clouds without water, carried about by the winds; late autumn trees without fruit, twice dead, pulled up by the roots; 13 raging waves of the sea, foaming up their own shame; wandering stars for whom is reserved the blackness of darkness forever." Jude 1:12-13
In other words, Apostates!

Religious bondage has shackled mans freedom of conscience from the beginning of time. Get your Bible and read Matthew chapter 23 to see how Jesus delivered a blistering rebuke to the Pharisees and religious leaders of His day: This rebuke still applies today and many are being led astray by false interpretations!

He has made us competent as ministers of a new covenant—not of the letter but of the Spirit; for the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. 2 Corinthians 3:6

NOT LEGALISM, BUT CHRIST
Colossians 2:16-23
16 So let no one judge you in food or in drink, or regarding a festival or a new moon or sabbaths, 17 which are a shadow of things to come, but the substance is of Christ. 18 Let no one cheat you of your reward, taking delight in false humility and worship of angels, intruding into those things which he has not seen, vainly puffed up by his fleshly mind, 19 and not holding fast to the Head, from whom all the body, nourished and knit together by joints and ligaments, grows with the increase that is from God.
20 Therefore, if you died with Christ from the basic principles of the world, why, as though living in the world, do you subject yourselves to regulations— 21 “Do not touch, do not taste, do not handle,” 22 which all concern things which perish with the using—according to the commandments and doctrines of men? 23 These things indeed have an appearance of wisdom in self-imposed religion, false humility, and neglect of the body, but are of no value against the indulgence of the flesh.

Those who Walk In Jesus, established in the faith and abounding in Thanksgiving, are delivered from the bondage of self imposed religious interpretation. Those who allow the bigotry of any man to sway them from The Love of The Father through Christ Jesus are in danger of forfeiting their salvation! Beloved, if the latter describes you, turn around and place your feet once again on the solid foundation of Jesus Christ, for He is always near and ever present.

Praise my Lord of Glory!

Jesus tells us that He came to give us life more abundant: Physically, spiritually and monetarily. Satan came to destroy all that you are and will ever be: Which will you choose?

10 The thief does not come except to steal, and to kill, and to destroy. I have come that they may have life, and that they may have it more abundantly. John 10:10

On a final note: If you want to leave a worthy inheritance to your children, find a church home that teaches who the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob is to them. Find a church that believes and boldly proclaims, Jesus IS Lord and The Only Way to The Father.
Fill your household with lasting memories of a happy, healthy family who loves God, obeys His Word, and lives life to the fullest every single day! For who knows how many more days will pass before your time runs out! Why would you waste one moment?

Until next time,
Ponder Ecclesiastes 9:10
Love Destiny
www.cyuministries.org

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY AMERICA!

2009-07-03T21:54:00.000-07:00

Celebrate your independence from the world and your dependence on Great God Jehovah.
Who among you fears the LORD? Who obeys the voice of His Servant? Who walks in darkness And has no light? Let him trust in the name of the LORD And rely upon his God. Isaiah 50:10

Click here to read CYU's INDEPENDENCE DAY MESSAGE

Until next time,
let freedom's bell ring!
Love Destiny

THE PERILS OF A "YES" MAN

2009-07-02T20:23:00.000-07:00

Warrior's you can always find a "YES" man, but find the one willing to tell you the truth no matter what and you've found a true friend. Michael Jackson's death did not have to happen and it's such a wasteful shame that this wonderfully creative man is now but a memory! Tonight I'm really sad and I will miss The King of Pop! AND you watch this video and tell me if you think Michael wanted to die!! One final thing, LaToya, if you find your way to this post, The Lord told me to tell you that Michael loved you and he knew you loved him..never forget that!

The KING OF POP

2009-06-27T08:46:00.000-07:00

Yesterday I was working on a project when I heard a small clip about Michael Jackson being rushed to the hospital. I remember thinking to myself that it was probably nothing and making a mental note that within a day or so we would hear about his recovery.

Shortly after 3PM, the texts, tweets, email and cell alerts came pouring in and suddenly my mouth dropped as I read, "The King of Pop dead at 50." His death hit me like a ton of bricks for many reasons. I grew up loving his music, and many of his songs represented a phase of life that I was going through. I was really sad and very shocked!

Just the day before I was speaking on the uncertainties of time and how we must seize every moment to capture the glorious gift of life that we have each been allotted, be it long or short.

As I was speaking, it was clear that The Lord wanted me to reiterate on the frailty of time and I began to say that all of us are only days away from taking our last breath, and then I heard The Lord say, "And some only hours." I paused for a moment to reflect and then found great comfort in knowing that my last breath here will be my first breath in the presence of My Lord Jesus. But many who choose not to believe will not only see eternal death but will be acutely aware, and for all eternity, that they had a choice and chose for themselves a penalty that was never intended for them.

Beloved, hell was not made for man, but many will go there!

11 For it is written:

“As I live, says the LORD,
Every knee shall bow to Me,
And every tongue shall confess to God.” Romans 14:11

Farrah, Michael, you and I, we will all one day face The Lord Jesus Christ, and on that day as we find ourselves before The Lord of Glory, we will be asked what we did with the gifts and talents given: Some will hear the words, ... ‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you have been faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ Matt 25:23

Yet to others He will say, "... ‘I tell you I do not know you, where you are from. Depart from Me, all you workers of iniquity.’ " Luke 13:27

I do not know where Michael or Farrah or the many people who die every day will spend eternity but I can tell you this, I will do my best to make known to you your options of life or death..I pray and pour out myself for you that I may help you see hope in today, and the ONE WAY to eternal life.

Deuteronomy 30:19
I call heaven and earth as witnesses today against you, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing; therefore choose life, that both you and your descendants may live;

Until next time,
Choose this day, for tomorrow may not come for you
Love Destiny

COMFORT TO THE FATHERLESS

2009-06-21T07:47:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
I bet you didn't know that each year I get my Mom a Mother's Day and Father's Day card. Unfortunately, as a child I never knew the joys and comforts of having a Father of blood to love, but Praise Jesus I am loved by ONE TRUE FATHER OF ALL and so are you! So today if you are a child in a single family home or are a single Mom, CELEBRATE and do something special.

May all the fatherless find comfort in the following scripture:

For God so loved the world (if you stopped here it would be enough) that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16

Until Next time,
you are loved.
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

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UNLEASH THE LOVE BEAST

2009-06-13T07:40:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies, this is what I woke to find on my coffee bean canister. To some this may seem silly, but to me this was the sweetest thing ever. You see, I am very aware of the time and thought that it took to accomplish this simple and loving gesture. Which brings me to what I wanted to write to you about: Sharing your time and heart.

NOTHING BUT GREEN FIELDS?
38 Give, and it will be given to you: good measure, pressed down, shaken together, and running over will be put into your bosom. For with the same measure that you use, it will be measured back to you. Luke 6:38
...“Take heed and beware of covetousness, for one’s life does not consist in the abundance of the things he possesses.” Luke 12:15

Do not be consumed by greener fields before the fields you are given have lost their values. Look around you in every direction and you will see people clamoring to get somewhere, to be something and all the while negating the precious moments that surround each of us this day. Beloved, take the time to touch and be touched and to share life with those around you, for soon it will pass as you know it and these days will no longer be...Life is not self-indulgent, but to be shared with purpose and honor in all its worth. There is no purpose greater than to give oneself fully for a loved one.

HERE'S THE NUGGET: Give and it shall be given unto you: Not possessions or first or last fruits, but of self, for there is nothing more possessed and coveted as self.

Until next time,
unleash the love beast
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

JESUS IS YOUR ROCK

2009-06-07T18:14:00.000-07:00

Which of you by worrying can add one cubit to his stature? Matthew 6:27
Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about its own things. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble. Matthew 6:34

You beloved worry, where worry has no answers. You ask, but do you really believe?

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, 3 knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. 4 But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing. 5 If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. 6 But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. 7 For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; 8 he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways. James 1:2-8

Set yourselves apart from the users and abusers of The Lord’s Word and works that are desecrated by the elect, who claim to be, but are but rotting flesh. Set apart (Sanctify) and be whole. Always speak the truth even though you cannot live it, for it is not in any man to be whole:

1 I am the true vine, and My Father is the vinedresser. 2 Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit He prunes, that it may bear more fruit. You are already clean because of the word which I have spoken to you. 4 Abide in Me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in Me. John 15:1-4

NUMBER CRUNCHERS:
The world measures value and worth by numbers: How much money you have in the bank, what you drive, where you live, how many clients you have, where your website ranks in search engines, how many friends on My space, Facebook, Twitter, etc., In fact, just today, someone emailed me on my My space page and said that they would pay me to be their friend and comment on their page. How sad is that?
Beloved, understand that The Lord does not measure value and worth by numbers, but by the heart rhythms and love that overcomes. Let the world, and even your blood relatives, and even those you call friend, seek after what fails; you are to stand firm knowing that The Lord God knows your need, and it is He alone that can provide your needs.

29 And do not seek what you should eat or what you should drink, nor have an anxious mind. 30 For all these things the nations of the world seek after, and your Father knows that you need these things. Luke 12:29-30

But the LORD said to Samuel, Do not look at his appearance or at his physical stature, because I have refused him. For the LORD does not see as man sees; for man looks at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart. 1 Samuel 16:7

ROUND THE MOUNTAIN YOU GO
For forty years I was grieved with that generation, And said, ‘It is a people who go astray in their hearts, And they do not know My ways.' Psalm 95:10

Become satisfied and secure about who and why you are, and leave your days to come, to Jesus; for your heart may plan your steps, but if you follow your heart, it will lead you astray and The Lord will once again have to guide you around that mountain of uncertainty. Do you have this kind of time? Let The Lord Lead!

A man’s heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps. Proverbs 16:9

HERE’S THE NUGGET: FAITH IS SUBSTANTIVE, FIND YOURS, SO THAT ALL WHO WILL KNOW YOU MAY SEE THAT THERE IS SOMETHING DIFFERENT ABOUT YOU; EVEN IF THEY WILL NOT PARTAKE.

Until next time,
Meditate upon Heb 11:1
Love Destiny
CYU Ministries

THE ROAD, MOST TRAVEL

2009-06-04T22:22:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies, I have a scripture for you to meditate upon but first there's a Word that you need regarding focusing your mind in a mindless society: Did you know that there is a way that seemeth right to a man, but its end actually leads to the death of a soul?
Beloved, do not get caught up in the web of any who do not know Jesus as Lord. Do not find yourselves in unholy alliances simply to pocket a dollar, because that compromise may cost you more than you think:

There is a way that seems right to a man, But its end is the way of death. Proverbs 14:12

Keep yourselves focused on Jesus and His provisions and remember that the doors He opens are not encumbered by stress or confusion:

For God is not the author of confusion but of peace, as in all the churches of the saints. 1 Corinthians 14:33

Pray for clarity of mind when confusion sets in
Pray for focus of thought, when you do not see the way
Pray for needs met, when you find yourselves in doubt and lack,
but above all things, PRAY! And when you grow weary, Pray some more!

He has made everything beautiful in its time. Also He has put eternity in their hearts, except that no one can find out the work that God does from beginning to end. Ecclesiastes 3:11

OTHERS NEEDS ARE NOT YOUR DEEDS
“Salt is good; but if the salt has lost its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? 35 It is neither fit for the land nor for the dunghill, but men throw it out. He who has ears to hear, let him hear! Luke 14:34-35”

Your job in life is not to be the load bearer of any other; each man will be judged by their own walk with The Lord.

Behold the proud, His soul is not upright in him; But the just shall live by his faith. Habakkuk 2:4

I learned the hard way about what trouble and pain you can incur by carrying someone else's load. You can read more in my post titled, "When to let go" (click here) .

CALAMITY OF PURPOSE
10 A little sleep, a little slumber, A little folding of the hands to sleep — 11 So shall your poverty come on you like a prowler, And your need like an armed man. Proverbs 6:10-11

The Lord is the Guardian of your needs and you have not begged for crumbs yet; you will though if you take the road most travel and find themselves mired down in the calamity of purpose, that all who travel in like-mindedness find themselves in.

12 A worthless person, a wicked man, Walks with a perverse mouth; 13 He winks with his eyes, He shuffles his feet, He points with his fingers; 14 Perversity is in his heart, He devises evil continually, He sows discord. 15 Therefore his calamity shall come suddenly; Suddenly he shall be broken without remedy. Proverbs 6: 12-15

Here's the scripture that I promised, "I have been young, and now am old; Yet I have not seen the righteous forsaken, Nor his descendants begging bread." Psalm 37:25

Until next time,
dare to take the road less traveled
Love Destiny
CYU

ON A LIGHTER NOTE

2009-06-02T08:01:00.000-07:00

This is what I have to contend with on a daily basis..my jealous little dog who will do anything to be seen. She is the love of our life!

She has beds in every room and knows the daily routine. She gets to the office before us, reminds us when it's time for praise & worship, and never fails to remind me when she hasn't gotten her treat.

If you want to read a cute and encouraging story, click here to read the post

Until next time,
Love your pets, they are a gift from God!
Love Destiny

THE THIRD JIHAD

2009-05-31T22:49:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies,
You need to see this video. Take the time to watch it and I will pray that as you do, your eyes may see that this is the true battle of good and evil. I pray that a fire be lit under your feet to be BOLD for Jesus and The One True God: GREAT GOD JEHOVAH!

Until next time,
wake up o' sleeping church!
Love Destiny

MEMORIAL DAY 2009

2009-05-25T09:21:00.000-07:00

Happy Memorial Day Lovelies - This day let us be reminded of all the brave men and women whose job it is to keep our nation safe and free. Many lives have been lost and many more will be sacrificed, but one truth remains the same; there is a real enemy bent on destroying our freedom and it comes in the guise of peace. Do not be duped into believing that there will ever be a time of safety and rest between good and evil. Fight daily for your rights as a free nation and a free people.
Love Rev & Destiny
CYU Ministries

CAN YOU BELIEVE THIS?

2009-05-22T11:49:00.001-07:00

IMAGE: FOX NEWS
Can you believe this? Sad to say..I can! "and Tango Makes Three" is about two gay penguins who raise a baby penguin, and the basis for grade school teachings on gay and lesbian lifestyles.
It seems as though a group of parents in a California school district say they are being bullied by school administrators into accepting a new curriculum that addresses bullying, respect and acceptance -- and that includes compulsory lessons about the lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans-gender community that will be taught to children as young as 5 years old.

The parents from the Unified School District in Alameda, a suburb of San Francisco and Oakland, say these issues are best learned at home and most definitely are not age-appropriate for elementary school children. Now the most unbelievable part of all is that they will not be allowed to keep their children out of the classes.
People of a moral character, you better stand up and be heard NOW! Understand that line by line, measure by measure, your liberties are being stripped away by a liberal left agenda that will ultimately lead you to the desolation of isolation from The Living God, and every hideous curse therein.

Deut 28:15-68
15 “But it shall come to pass, if you do not obey the voice of the LORD your God, to observe carefully all His commandments and His statutes which I command you today, that all these curses will come upon you and overtake you:
16 “Cursed shall you be in the city, and cursed shall you be in the country.
17 “Cursed shall be your basket and your kneading bowl.
18 “Cursed shall be the fruit of your body and the produce of your land, the increase of your cattle and the offspring of your flocks.
19 “Cursed shall you be when you come in, and cursed shall you be when you go out.
20 “The LORD will send on you cursing, confusion, and rebuke in all that you set your hand to do, until you are destroyed and until you perish quickly, because of the wickedness of your doings in which you have forsaken Me. 21 The LORD will make the plague cling to you until He has consumed you from the land which you are going to possess. 22 The LORD will strike you with consumption, with fever, with inflammation, with severe burning fever, with the sword, with scorching, and with mildew; they shall pursue you until you perish. 23 And your heavens which are over your head shall be bronze, and the earth which is under you shall be iron. 24 The LORD will change the rain of your land to powder and dust; from the heaven it shall come down on you until you are destroyed.
25 “The LORD will cause you to be defeated before your enemies; you shall go out one way against them and flee seven ways before them; and you shall become troublesome to all the kingdoms of the earth. 26 Your carcasses shall be food for all the birds of the air and the beasts of the earth, and no one shall frighten them away. 27 The LORD will strike you with the boils of Egypt, with tumors, with the scab, and with the itch, from which you cannot be healed. 28 The LORD will strike you with madness and blindness and confusion of heart. 29 And you shall grope at noonday, as a blind man gropes in darkness; you shall not prosper in your ways; you shall be only oppressed and plundered continually, and no one shall save you.
30 “You shall betroth a wife, but another man shall lie with her; you shall build a house, but you shall not dwell in it; you shall plant a vineyard, but shall not gather its grapes. 31 Your ox shall be slaughtered before your eyes, but you shall not eat of it; your donkey shall be violently taken away from before you, and shall not be restored to you; your sheep shall be given to your enemies, and you shall have no one to rescue them. 32 Your sons and your daughters shall be given to another people, and your eyes shall look and fail with longing for them all day long; and there shall be no strength in your hand. 33 A nation whom you have not known shall eat the fruit of your land and the produce of your labor, and you shall be only oppressed and crushed continually. 34 So you shall be driven mad because of the sight which your eyes see. 35 The LORD will strike you in the knees and on the legs with severe boils which cannot be healed, and from the sole of your foot to the top of your head.
36 “The LORD will bring you and the king whom you set over you to a nation which neither you nor your fathers have known, and there you shall serve other gods—wood and stone. 37 And you shall become an astonishment, a proverb, and a byword among all nations where the LORD will drive you.
38 “You shall carry much seed out to the field but gather little in, for the locust shall consume it. 39 You shall plant vineyards and tend them, but you shall neither drink of the wine nor gather the grapes; for the worms shall eat them. 40 You shall have olive trees throughout all your territory, but you shall not anoint yourself with the oil; for your olives shall drop off. 41 You shall beget sons and daughters, but they shall not be yours; for they shall go into captivity. 42 Locusts shall consume all your trees and the produce of your land.
43 “The alien who is among you shall rise higher and higher above you, and you shall come down lower and lower. 44 He shall lend to you, but you shall not lend to him; he shall be the head, and you shall be the tail.
45 “Moreover all these curses shall come upon you and pursue and overtake you, until you are destroyed, because you did not obey the voice of the LORD your God, to keep His commandments and His statutes which He commanded you. 46 And they shall be upon you for a sign and a wonder, and on your descendants forever.
47 “Because you did not serve the LORD your God with joy and gladness of heart, for the abundance of everything, 48 therefore you shall serve your enemies, whom the LORD will send against you, in hunger, in thirst, in nakedness, and in need of everything; and He will put a yoke of iron on your neck until He has destroyed you. 49 The LORD will bring a nation against you from afar, from the end of the earth, as swift as the eagle flies, a nation whose language you will not understand, 50 a nation of fierce countenance, which does not respect the elderly nor show favor to the young. 51 And they shall eat the increase of your livestock and the produce of your land, until you are destroyed; they shall not leave you grain or new wine or oil, or the increase of your cattle or the offspring of your flocks, until they have destroyed you.
52 “They shall besiege you at all your gates until your high and fortified walls, in which you trust, come down throughout all your land; and they shall besiege you at all your gates throughout all your land which the LORD your God has given you. 53 You shall eat the fruit of your own body, the flesh of your sons and your daughters whom the LORD your God has given you, in the siege and desperate straits in which your enemy shall distress you. 54 The sensitive and very refined man among you will be hostile toward his brother, toward the wife of his bosom, and toward the rest of his children whom he leaves behind, 55 so that he will not give any of them the flesh of his children whom he will eat, because he has nothing left in the siege and desperate straits in which your enemy shall distress you at all your gates. 56 The tender and delicate woman among you, who would not venture to set the sole of her foot on the ground because of her delicateness and sensitivity, will refuse[a] to the husband of her bosom, and to her son and her daughter, 57 her placenta which comes out from between her feet and her children whom she bears; for she will eat them secretly for lack of everything in the siege and desperate straits in which your enemy shall distress you at all your gates.
58 “If you do not carefully observe all the words of this law that are written in this book, that you may fear this glorious and awesome name, THE LORD YOUR GOD, 59 then the LORD will bring upon you and your descendants extraordinary plagues—great and prolonged plagues—and serious and prolonged sicknesses. 60 Moreover He will bring back on you all the diseases of Egypt, of which you were afraid, and they shall cling to you. 61 Also every sickness and every plague, which is not written in this Book of the Law, will the LORD bring upon you until you are destroyed. 62 You shall be left few in number, whereas you were as the stars of heaven in multitude, because you would not obey the voice of the LORD your God. 63 And it shall be, that just as the LORD rejoiced over you to do you good and multiply you, so the LORD will rejoice over you to destroy you and bring you to nothing; and you shall be plucked from off the land which you go to possess.
64 “Then the LORD will scatter you among all peoples, from one end of the earth to the other, and there you shall serve other gods, which neither you nor your fathers have known—wood and stone. 65 And among those nations you shall find no rest, nor shall the sole of your foot have a resting place; but there the LORD will give you a trembling heart, failing eyes, and anguish of soul. 66 Your life shall hang in doubt before you; you shall fear day and night, and have no assurance of life. 67 In the morning you shall say, ‘Oh, that it were evening!’ And at evening you shall say, ‘Oh, that it were morning!’ because of the fear which terrifies your heart, and because of the sight which your eyes see.
68 “And the LORD will take you back to Egypt in ships, by the way of which I said to you, ‘You shall never see it again.’ And there you shall be offered for sale to your enemies as male and female slaves, but no one will buy you.”

Until Next Time,
Shore up all sides and get ready for a battle like none other
Love, Destiny
CYU Ministries

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WHY THE HEAVY HEART?

2009-05-20T20:55:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies - Tonight The Lord is telling me that there are some of you with very heavy hearts..Why Lovelies is this? Do you not know that you do not walk alone? Your Lord walks with you In Spirit today and everyday. Today you are freed from the bondage of acceptance. Shake of the shackles of anguish and understand that there is one who will never leave or forsake you.

A man who has friends must himself be friendly, But there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. Proverbs 18:24

Remember, you cannot do all things, so do what The Lord gives you to do as well as you are able, and when you are in doubt, ask, and The Lord Jesus will be there to walk with you in Spirit. You are not alone; do not think you are. The Lord tells you this day, "We are with you today and always."

..when He, the Spirit of truth, has come, He will guide you into all truth; for He will not speak on His own authority, but whatever He hears He will speak; and He will tell you things to come. 14 He will glorify Me, for He will take of what is Mine and declare it to you. 15 All things that the Father has are Mine. Therefore I said that He will take of Mine and declare it to you. John 16:13-15

Until next time,
The Lord gives you this day, blessings to lift up your heavy heart
Love, Destiny
CYU Ministries

..TO THE FINISH LINE

2009-05-16T21:11:00.000-07:00

18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them. 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. Ro 1:18-21The Lord Is that He Is, and we (the created) are His children. The Lord God’s Truth is evident to all creation, and those who find it will enjoy life.
A man’s heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps. Proverbs 16:9
As a child of the Most High God, be mindful that you only control your heart; the way of things are not by your hands or the hands of any man, for why would honor be given for finding something that was not lost?

24 Thus says the LORD, your Redeemer, And He who formed you from the womb: “ I am the LORD, who makes all things,
Who stretches out the heavens all alone,
Who spreads abroad the earth by Myself;
25 Who frustrates the signs of the babblers,
And drives diviners mad;
Who turns wise men backward,
And makes their knowledge foolishness;
26 Who confirms the word of His servant,
And performs the counsel of His messengers;
Who says to Jerusalem, ‘You shall be inhabited,’
To the cities of Judah, ‘You shall be built,’ And I will raise up her waste places;
27 Who says to the deep, ‘Be dry!
And I will dry up your rivers’;
28 Who says of Cyrus, ‘He is My shepherd,
And he shall perform all My pleasure,
Saying to Jerusalem, “You shall be built,”
And to the temple, “Your foundation shall be laid.”’ Isaiah 44:24-28

IN IT TO WIN IT
Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it. 1 Corinthians 9:24
What is before you, is before all. The race is to the finish line and it is not for the weak nor foolish who fall away, but for those who have a spirit of endurance and are not shy to proclaim that they are in it to accomplish it purpose. Beloved understand that life happens to all, and time evolves for everyone, but to those who grasp the purpose of life, they will bask in the fullness of pleasure; may it be abundance or lack has no bearing on living.

Nothing is better for a man than that he should eat and drink, and that his soul should enjoy good in his labor. This also, I saw, was from the hand of God. Ecclesiastes 2:24

Life given may be squandered on the rich that has no purpose or values, or enjoyed to the fullness of days by one looked upon as having but a little. No matter, it is how the race is run, not how you cross the finish line, for once crossed, it is over and it will be forgotten even by the first that crossed the end of it.

….take time here to absorb what I just said….

Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Hebrews 12:1-2

HERE’S THE NUGGET: You are in control of your destiny and how you live your days. Eat, drink and be full of joy, for it is a fool who waits for perfection, as it will never come-And to those who squander the gifts given this day, they may never see the beginning of another.

Until next time,
today, evaluate your way and make sound adjustments.
Love Destiny
http://www.cyuministries.org/

WHAT I SEE

2009-05-14T12:05:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies- Just wanted to share this view with you while getting some respite.
The Lord has been laying in my heart a word for you about crossing the finish line.. I will post it in a day or so.
Blessings,
Destiny

A MOTHERS DAY POEM

2009-05-08T23:25:00.001-07:00

MISSIONARY OF RECONCILIATION?

2009-05-02T11:55:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies - This morning I just wanted to give you a Word of Encouragement that should comfort you. Let us look at Joshua 24:15

And if it seems evil to you to serve the LORD, choose for yourselves this day whom you will serve, whether the gods which your fathers served that were on the other side of the River, or the gods of the Amorites, in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.

You are responsible for what goes on inside of your home, and your home only. You are not a dream maker, nor are you responsible for another's walk (or lack of) with The Lord.

Jesus Is the perfect seed, the morning light, the new day; you are not. Try not to be all things: Live and love, for these things are His wishes for you. Enjoy who you are, not looking at who you are not. Find comfort in your unique qualities and abilities given only to you. Love and be loved. Comfort your feelings of compassion with your passion for life. Live your life (and with your family), with complete satisfaction and worthiness.

Do not become entangled in the webs of the deceitful and confused about you. You are a light, a light bearer and a light giver: You are not a missionary of reconciliation or salvation. It is Jesus and Jesus alone who will recompense what was severed if there is the commitment to do so by those who have blasphemed His Name and shadowed the goodness of his true workers.

4 For the weapons of our warfare are not carnal but mighty in God for pulling down strongholds, 5 casting down arguments and every high thing that exalts itself against the knowledge of God, bringing every thought into captivity to the obedience of Christ, 2 Corinthians 10:4-5

Jesus Is the Author of unity and His sheep know Him and will forsake their unrighteousness, and return to Him by their free will in full humbleness and humility, forsaking their worth, casting down their pride, letting go of their reins and giving to Jesus their hopes and desires, leaving behind the shackles of judgment caused by the rule of religion that corrupts and destroys.

.....long breath....

Be bold but never condemning. Be vigilant to your adversaries but not condemning. Always be forthright to the religious, for they know not what they do: For if they who are not of Jesus do not know Him, and have been diluted and led astray by false doctrines and persuasions, do not come to Him, then no matter what you say, or some say, or Jesus says by His Spirit to them, then ...

Until next time,
Oh let your household sing a song of worship with your instruments of praise.
Love Destiny

THE EYES OF THE SPIRIT

2009-04-27T21:35:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies - Well last night I watched the cutest movie with Cameron Diaz called "The Holiday."
If you haven't already, you should rent and then this post will make more sense. Because I don't want to give away the story line, suffice it to say that if we try to work all things in our mind before taking a step, we may miss God's Best.

The Lord God tells us that His ways are far above our own human comprehension, thus Lovelies, there's no point in trying to figure it all out. How sad it is that so many people (yes even in ministry), try to place their lives in a comfy little package. I used to be this way and realized early on in our own walk that as long as I tried to work all things out in my own strength and with my own understanding, I was making unnecessary, frustrating and laborious laps around that same mountain.

Many are the roads that you will traverse, and if you are a righteous man you can rest in the comfort of knowing that Your Lord has a path laid out for you and all you have to do is take one step at a time, keep your eyes on Jesus, and then lovelies, you will arrive right on time.

This song is a Live performance and addresses the very thing that I have written to you tonight about. Put on the eyes of The Spirit and hear.

Until next time,
Just walk
Love Destiny, CYU
www.cyuministries.org

NOTE: I do not suggest anyone under 18 watching this movie, even though it is PG13

THE OATH OF YESTERDAY

2009-04-23T21:14:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies - The time is now! Our God is calling His people to come out and separate from the world and its ways. There is NO TIME to ride the fence. Get ready for a new move in Power, and you will be trampled if you don't shore up!!

JUST FOR THE CUTE OF IT..

2009-04-21T21:39:00.001-07:00

Hi Lovelies - I just couldn't pass up sharing this with you. It's really cute!

THE INCUBATOR OF GREED

2009-04-19T13:30:00.000-07:00

Why does the world’s financial chaos come as a surprise to anyone? All throughout history we see that when an institution has control over the masses, the power it generates will corrupt even the noblest of men; “Power corrupts and absolute power corrupts absolutely.”

CLICK HERE TO READ THIS EPISTLE

The House of The Lord by CYU

2009-04-15T15:54:00.001-07:00

Don't sit for this song. Get up!!

PEACE AND PROSPERITY

2009-04-13T16:53:00.000-07:00

Hi Lovelies, today The Lord is laying the Word on my heart. Here's a snippet:

Enjoy your days, for they are bountiful! Enjoy the life the Lord gives you this day. Find your peace today and see that tomorrow is in The Lord’s Hands. Understand that to negate what you are given will not well with you:

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CYU'S 2009 EASTER EPISTLE

2009-04-11T21:28:00.000-07:00

There is a glorious day forthcoming when time and prophesy will unite and Jesus will come with a Mighty Shout, and all hell and its workers will be no more. Until that Glorious Day, unite yourself with Christ Jesus Lord of Lords and King of Kings and separate yourself from the foolishness of this world…before it is too late.
Click here to read CYU Ministries Resurrection Epistle

ART I LOVE

2009-04-04T11:48:00.001-07:00

This fUnKy art is called Perplexed. It is a OOAK ready to hang canvas adorned with real jewels and a bow..so cute!
Click here to visit Art by Ron

TAME THAT FLAME

2009-04-04T11:10:00.000-07:00

THE WAR OF THE SOUL

1 Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul, 12 having your conduct honorable among the Gentiles, that when they speak against you as evildoers, they may, by your good works which they observe, glorify God in the day of visitation. 1 Peter 2:11-12

Are you a Christian, a Christ follower? If the answer to this is no, this word will not apply to you and you need read no further. But if the answer is yes, then understand that you are held to standards that the non-believers around you neither understand nor delight in. Everyday our Christian liberties are being chipped away, piece by piece: Freedom of choice, freedom of conscience, freedom of speech, etc., I am confident that it would amaze you if you could see how few there really are in the camp of the unrighteous.
Most people regardless of religious affiliation believe in the core principles of good and evil. Only satan toys in the realm where black becomes white and white becomes various shades of Grey; and if you allow the god of this world to manipulate and twist your moral values, you stand in danger of eternal death.

We are many, though you see few. We are wrestlers, though you may be weary, we are about to hear the trumpet sound, that when blown will reveal the power of a new battle cry. OH HALLELUJAH!!!

Lovelies, the pressures from without are hard enough to bear, but the temptations from within are the things that have the power to kill the soul. Resist, resist, resist!

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RECESSION PROOF FRANCHISE?

2009-03-24T11:14:00.000-07:00

What a ridiculous joke! I don't care what political party you associate yourself to, if what's going on in the government powers around the world doesn't scare you, you are a fool! Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of happiness does not lie in any mans hand or any government hand out. Fellow Christians, we are living witness to biblical prophesies of the birthing of the new world order. I cannot nor will I speak for you, but I can tell you that if you want a recession proof franchise, look inward and trust in the gifts that have been entrusted to you: Gifts are given to be shared not hoarded! Every day we see commercials and listen to the prognosticators telling us how and where to invest; but Beloved do not be duped into placing your trust in the corruptibles of life:

30 Now if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is, and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will He not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 31 “Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or 'What shall we wear?’ 32 For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you. Matthew 6:30-33

If you have ear to hear, listen and follow the anointing of God. We created The Christian Market Place (www.tcmp.biz) by directive from The Holy Spirit, and if you will step out and trust in the gifts and talents given you, you will see The Father's Hand lift you up and over the snares of poverty and the chains that will bind free enterprise in the coming days. If you are going to succeed in the days ahead, you will have to close off your ears to the naysayers (this includes family and friends), and go where The Spirit is leading. The path is perilous and the road narrows as you walk your street called, "straight."

Here are the lyrics to the chorus of a new Prophetic Worship Song that The Lord recently gave CYU. We will put a link on our music page as soon as we get it recorded:

GOD OF DELIVERANCE copyright 2009
My Promise doesn't lie in any mans hand
My Promise doesn't come at any ones demand
My Promise won't be shaken by the powers that be
It comes from You to me
GOD OF DELIVERANCE..

Until next time,
Mediate upon Psalm 20:7, “Some trust in chariots, and some in horses; But we will remember the name of the LORD our God.”

Love Destiny
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I SIGH AND SAY NOTHING

2009-03-17T20:28:00.000-07:00

I sigh and say nothing; but fret not, it's only for a moment as I re-group and renew my mind for battle.

GET OUT OF SELF

2009-03-16T11:19:00.000-07:00

As an Ambassador, you have reached out to many in love, and have not had love returned to you. Do not be hardened or dismayed; even Jesus came for the sick and lost.

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