Purple Pearls of Wisdom: Recent Episodes

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Valentine's Day is near so this episode Josephine rants about the overwhelming, never-ending, unconditional love of God.
Focus Scriptures:
1 Corinthians 13:1-13 & 1 John 4:7-21

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Lesson: Blessing amid trials: James 1:1-8,12-18
Greetings v.1

1. James the Bond Servant “Doulos” (Exodus 21:1-6)
2. The Scattering of the Jews throughout the world due to heavy Prosecution by Jews. (Acts 2:5, Acts 8:1)

Persevere in Trials v.2-4

1. The Trying of our Faith allows us to persevere till the end (Ecclesiastes 9:11,Matthew 10:22)
2. Patience “hupomone” Cheerful, Hopeful Endurance, Consistency, sustaining perseverance.

Pray with Faith v.5-8

1. Do you Lack understanding? Ask God! (Proverbs 2:6, Mathew 7:7)
2. Wisdom Personified as a Woman. (Proverbs 8:1-3)
3. Upbraideth not “Oneidizo”: God won't criticize or Scold you for your lack of Understanding.
4. You Can’t waiver (Surrender, Reject, abandon) faith
5. Don’t be Double minded (Indecisive, unsure, fickle, hesitant, inconsistent.) concerning the things of God

Temptation is not from God v.12-15

1. The Blessing attached to the enduring trials is the Crown of Life. (1 Corinthians 9:25, 2nd Timothy 4:8, 1 Peter 5:4, Revelations 2:10 and 3:11)
2. God doesn't tempt but rather he will allow it. (Matthew 4:3, Job 1:6-12)
3. We think it or we want it (desire) , we do it (Conceived sin), if we continue in it then (we birth Death) [Romans 6:23]

God gives good gifts v.16-17

1. Err “Planaw” To lead away from the truth, to lead into error ,to deceive.
2. Good Gift “Agathos Dosis”: Agathos As an adjective describes something of good character or the makeup of something being good in nature.
3. Perfect gift “Teleios Dorema”: Teleios Means complete, lacking nothing. Dorema Means a bestowment, it is the act of giving.
4. Not only is God a giver of good gifts he gives gifts in completeness he is perfect in his giving (Malachi 3:6, Romans 11:29, Malachi 3:6, Hebrews 13:8, Matthew 7:11, John 3:27)
5. Father of Lights (Genesis 1:14-16)

God Saved us James v. 1:18

1. It is God's will that we be born again by Jesus Christ the word of Truth (John 18:37-39, John 14:6, John 1:1-5,14)
2. First Fruits: Belong to God, Jesus first to rise, Dead in christ first believers (

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Today I just want to vent as a leader and encourage other leaders in ministry 💜

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1. Play instruments, sing, and dance for the Lord: Psalm 149
2. Rejoice in the salvation of the Lord: Psalm 100
3. The benefits of confessing our sins unto the Lord: Psalm 32
4. The Lord understands grief: Psalm 6
5. Express anger: Psalm 44

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Focus Scripture: Romans 12:2

In this episode we will discuss.....

**Cognitive behavioural therapy

Thinking distortions:
All or Nothing thinking 
Mental Filter
Jumping to Conclusions
Emotional Reasoning
Labeling
Overgeneralizing 
Disqualifying the Positive
Magnification: Catastrophe and Minimization
Should and Must Thinking
Personalization**

The 3 C’s: Catch ,Challenge, ChangeRomans 8:35-39

The 3 P’s: Pause, Praise, and PrayPsalms 3James 1:2-4Philippians 4:6

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This episode we will discuss 5 ways to practice Biblical Self Care.

1.  Intentional alone time in prayer with God the FatherMark 1:35, Mark 6:45-46, Mark 14:32-34, Luke 5:16, Luke 9:18, John 6:15, Philippians 4:6-7. 2.  Take care of your bodies1 Corinthians 6:19–20, Luke 7:36-50 3. Guard YourselfProverbs 4:23

4. Surround yourself with like minded righteous  people.Hebrews 10:25, 1 Corinthians 15:33 ,Proverbs 13:20 5. Cry it outJohn 11:35; Luke 19:41; Hebrews 5:7-9

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Sermon Notes from Pastor A.L. Gordon's "How to handle a mental breakdown" https://fb.watch/hN_j0CYlGJ/
**1 Kings 19 

Notes:**

1.1 Kings 19:4-8 Sleep and Nourishment
 2. 1 Kings 19:5-7 Angelic Help
3. 1 Kings 19: 9-10 Ventilation
4.1 Kings 19:11-13 God will show up with a still small voice
5. 1 Kings 19:14-17 Renewal of Purpose
6. 1 Kings 19:18 Reassurance 
7. 1 Kings 19:19-21 A Friend

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Welcome! This episode is an introduction to what Purple Pearls of Wisdom is all about.
We will discuss...
What is the meaning behind the Title  "Purple Pearls of Wisdom" , Getting to know Josephine, and sharing the goal of the podcast  as well as what topics will be covered on the show.

Disclaimer: Listener discretion is advised as I plan to tackle sensitive subjects that may be triggering. Topics that will be covered on this show include all facets of Mental Health(Anxiety, Depression, Mental Illnesses, etc.), Different types of Abuse, as well as coping with the many forms of Trauma.  Please note I AM NOT A MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL.I'm just a women sharing what I've learned on my mental health journey in hopes to help others on their journeys. If you feel you are struggling with healing from trauma and/or coping with your mental health please seek out a professional. Much Love to you all!

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New Year New Opportunities to experience joy!

What is Joy?
How to to find and maintain Joy in everyday life:
1. Gratitude

2. Reminisce on past Victories

3. Worship

4. Forgiveness

5. Joy can be found in the Trials of Life

Proverbs 17:22 A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.