"Man In The Mirror"
Michael Jackson got it
right when he wrote the heartfelt lyrics to "Man in the Mirror." Rest in peace lyrical genius...
"I'm gonna make a
change for once in my life... I’ve been a
victim of a selfish kind of love... it’s
time that I realize…I'm gonna make a difference gonna make it right... I'm
starting with the man in the mirror...I'm asking him to change his ways...if
you wanna make the world a better place take a look at yourself and make that
change..." (Lyrics aren't in order)
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As I drove my kids in
the car this morning, the profound hit
song played on the radio during The Steve Harvey Morning Show. I listened
intently, pondering each word. My soul jolted. My heart raced, while my spirit
wept. The powerful message written gave me a new outlook on life. Although I
love hard and try my best to treat people the way I want to be treated, I
realized I must do more. Let's face it. The
only One who can judge anyone in the way they choose to live is God. But, we are all guilty of such behavior.
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My Pastor's message at
church on yesterday was about purpose. Loving on purpose. Being obedient on
purpose. Living Godly on purpose. It's not a hard task to fulfill. It's really
quite simple. We just have to want to do it. How many of us accomplish the
things we put our mind to? Each of us who decide to hit the ground running.
It's called persistence. Loving and treating others with respect and dignity is
no different. It's a choice. It take effort, which we all are capable of.
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Steve Harvey said
something this morning that resonated with me. He said, "the things you
do tomorrow will follow you today." We may not all agree with
him, but it's true. Our choices will shadow us
for the rest of our lives. People may forgive,
but they never forget. So the question
remains, what kind of person will you choose to be? How will people remember
you once you depart from this world? Will you be remembered for negative or
positive energy left behind? Take a look in the mirror. Are you happy
with the reflection you see? If your answer is unclear. It is time for change in your life. Some may not like, want, or accept
change, but it's inevitable if you are a child of God striving to reach the
pearly gates and enter heaven.
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Senseless acts of terror in our great nation. Innocence
lost. Why? For living! Man, shouldn't be
allowed to take matters into his own hands, killing people who thought a
night of fun with friends was living their lives in peace, pridefully. The color of someone's skin shouldn't determine how he or she is treated. If you don't agree
with the way someone lives, don't go around them. My grandmother Ruth taught me
that if I don't have anything nice to say, keep my mouth shut. Speak when spoken to. Love others and treat them with
kindness. Do unto others as I would have them do unto me. My other grandmother
Melissa Lubertha taught me to pray for people even when they do me wrong. I
thank God for both women. I miss them dearly. Their teachings are a part of me
making me the woman I am. I push daily to be better knowing they are shining their
lights down on me.
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Today, our nation is
shaken, enraged, grief-stricken. The
Orlando nightclub shootings that occurred days ago is proof we are in a world
where being ourselves isn't enough. Where who we associate with or call friend is considered wrong. Where who we love can get us slaughtered like animals. In fact, animals get more love and respect than human beings. Where a celebration
turns into a bloody massacre because someone carries hatred in their heart
using a gun to carry out a hate-crime which will leave an impact on our nation
forever. (But, you also claim to love God.) We cannot love God no matter what
religious preference we live by and carry hate of any kind in our heart. Anyone
who believes otherwise is sadly mistaken! I hear people say "it's paying time" or "it's time to start praying". When is there not a time to pray? I pray daily. I pray when things are good and bad in my life. It works...try it!
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Love isn't hard to do.
It isn't an incurable disease that will turn us into zombies. Love is God, and
through God's love, we can overcome any
obstacle big or small. There is nothing love cannot provoke a positive reaction
to. Love doesn't or shouldn't see race, color, religion, gender, class, etc.
wake up people!!! God isn't pleased and is on His way back. Don't get caught in
ungodly acts or with matters of the heart that will lead your soul to spend
eternity in the pits of the abyss. Start today with change...
To all the victims, their families, friends, and loved ones, may God grant you peace. May you find comfort and strength to endure such a tragic time knowing He is with you. Look to the hills from which cometh your help. Amen.
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Until next time Be Inspired, Be Encouraged & Be YOU!
Purple Hugs,
KeKe Chanel
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