Visionary: Be a Dreamer

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After not writing for years, I reopened my Blog, to share thoughts, encourage others, and to be who I’m created to be. Often I’m at a loss for words, my mind wonders, the pain I’ve endured over the last few months of losing two students has radically messed with my ability to process life, as I often wonder why.

When I teach, all I see is my students face before me. The pain, I’m experiencing is at times unbearable. I often do not share my feelings, I’m a person who loves to laugh, have a good time, I’m a Free Spirit, blunt, ask lots of questions and am often misunderstood for my kindness and gentle spirit.

After losing two students, I want to be more intentional, be more involved with those I care about, yet, I find myself in a situation where you try, yet, the doors keep closing. I’m knocking, but yet, the doors are locked.

People get scared with people being intentional, some think there are motives behind your purpose, and often you might be misunderstood. It’s not about caring anymore, it’s about the role you play.

Life is often to short and people don’t always have the right motives. What if people took the time to really understand you as a person, what would the world be like? It’s not about who you are, but about what you are doing with your purpose.

I, personally am a dreamer. I dream big, it often scares people, but I’m the type of person who dreams it to reality. I want to be a person who lives life to the fullest, who has no regrets, and overcomes every obstacle I’m faced with. I want to be the bigger person, and always keep peace.

What if, we are called to be different and stand out from the crowd. The truth is, we are called to be different, we are called to be world changers. Life and death is in the power of the tongue. I believe things come to pass because you speak it into existence.

Speak life into your pain. Speak life into your tears even when you feel like you are failing. Speak life into learning to overcome.

Life is hard and it will knock you down, but Jesus will life you up and he loves us so much. Nothing is impossible!

If you want change; you have to be the change!

Don’t stop being who you are because obstacles are in the way!

Blessings,

Doc J

2 semesters to GO!!!

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Hey Friends,

I can’t help but to think that I started Grad School to obtain my MBA in Communication/Journalism. I have to say that I hesitated to even start and really was not sure I would be able to conquer what was before me. I’d like to share a bit of a story of when I first started the challenge of attend Grad School. I honestly had no idea what I was getting myself into. I was motivated, but not really. I had wrestled with the idea of even taking classes online, I was actually scared to death. (I’m not a good teacher, can I teach myself, how does this work???) all of those were questions that kept coming to mind.

I had been accepted to the Occupational Therapy Assistant program at ENMU-Roswell and I started to take a class and that summer class was the worse class I had ever experienced in my college career, before that class I had never brought home a F in college or even came close. Now in high school, that was another story. I began to really questioned my ability to learn, and ec2b5389810c0a40f9486ef634375621.jpgwas I where God wanted me to be.

You see God at a young age gave me the ability to write. I remember always writing things down and that is how I expressed myself. I had been accepted to ENMU to obtain my Masters in Communication/Journalism, but the catch was the classes were mostly online. I began to pray that God would direct my path and show me where to go. I spoke to friends about it, my pastor, and I searched myself for the answer. I wanted to make sure I was making the right decision, but I knew that this was going to take a leap of faith, and once I jumped there was no looking back.

My first semester was rocky the first few weeks. My professor saw something in me and pushed me to the max. I remember his first comments on a paper was “This is graduate school, and you are not writing to your potential. Graduate school might not be your place.” I remember reading that and I was like, I have no idea what he wants from me on a paper. I thought I was giving my all. Every week he would criticise my paper and always tell me that something was wrong. I do have to say that this was annoying, but it helped me dig a little deeper to find where my passion was to write. Towards, then end of the semester, the professor was giving me compliments and telling me that I was writing at the doctorate level. To come from so low, to actually getting compliments. I was amazed, that semester became a turning point for me and I learned to overcome the challenge that was before me. I ended up having the highest grade in the class.  So do not say that you can’t do something, but no that hard work pays off.

In just a couple of days I will begin my 4th semester of Grad School. I have developed the confidence I need to be successful in this career path and have had to over come challenges. I’ve learned to be self disciplined and sacrificed a lot of freedom, just to do my homework.

I’m not sure what you are going through or where you have been. I do know that God places us where he wants us to be. I know that along the way I have complained about assignments, complained about papers, and have really wanted to quit. I wouldn’t be where I am today without the encouragement of my friends and family, God, and lots and lots of prayer. Finish-Line_Quotes

Just know that hard work and dedication pays off. When you finally start to see the light at the end of the tunnel and you can actually look back and realize that hurdles that you overcame to get where you are today. It is SO WORTH IT!!!

We all go through challenging times and there are days that we wonder if we are ever going to see the light. Days that we are just not sure if we can make it. DO NOT QUIT, but learn to dig a little deeper and conquer the unknown!

Life is worth living!!! Take a deep breath and enjoy the RIDE!!!

Much Love,

JME

Stepping Out!

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The past few months have been the most challenging time in my 30’s. Lots of changes have occurred. My aunt whom I adore with all of my heart moved back to West Virginia, which I am so glad that she is happy, but I sure miss her.

I’ve learned to adapt to changes. I met some of the most amazing people on a cruise that I went on in May. People that will always hold a place in my life.

My strength and passion to write has been tested. I’ve realized that you should never take for granted those people that want to be apart of your life, and even though life will move on, but God tends to place people in your life for a reason. The most important part in my eyes is to never lose sight of your vision. Life can become so busy, so overwhelming, discouraging, tears may fill your eyes and it is okay to shed them.

As much as life throws your way, never lose sight of who you are and who you are becoming. Never let your life become so busy that you tune out Gods call on your life. This past week, after talking with my sister for a bit who and visiting her children. I drove out to the lake and sat there and read 5 Chapters of the book of Romans. God never said it would be easy, but he did said “Trust ME.” There are times in life that we just have to step out on Faith and Trust God that everything is going to be okay.

Right now in my own life I am not understanding why things are happening the way they are and why there is so much evil, but I do know that with Gods help I will overcome anything that is sent my way.

We as humans cannot fight the monsters alone. Monsters are everywhere to try and take your joy. We must overcome the monsters, and trust God to carry us through the storm.

With 2 semesters of Grad school to go I am very thankful for the storms in my life and thankful for opportunities to grow and strengthen my faith. I’m not sure where God is going to guide or place me, but I know that I’m willing to go no matter what.

I’m very thankful for a sister that is willing to talk to me, encouragement, listen, voice her opinion (I may not listen, LOL), laugh, and even shed tears, but no matter what I know that she will be there. We may not be biological sisters, but family is not always blood.

August 10– Devotion from Jesus Calling

Relax in my healing, holy presence. Allow me to transform you through this time alone with me. As your thoughts center more and more on me, trust displaces fear and worry. Your mind is somewhat like a seesaw. As your trust in Me goes up, fear and worry automatically go down. Time spent with me not only increases your trust; it also helps you discern what is important and what is not.

Energy and time are precious, limited entities. Therefore, you need to use them wisely, focusing on what is truly important. As you walk close to me, saturating your mind with Scripture, I will show you how to spend your time and energy. My word is a lamp to your feet; my presence is a light for your path.

Have a blessed day!!

JME

 

Stepping OUT!

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Life is full of the most adventurous moments

There are days when you want to quit, there are days when you don’t want to get out of bed, and there are days that you must press on.

Everything doesn’t always go as planned, that is when you need to dig a little deeper and press on. If I gave up every time something has gone wrong, boy I seriously would not be where I am to do.

There are times that you just have to step out and take a risk! Be a risk taker, and take a gander. Don’t live your life for others, but live your life!! Don’t do what others want you to do, but do what is best for you!

Never be afraid to step out on FAITH and once you do, NEVER LOOK BACK!

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Find your passion and go with it!!!!

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The word “PASSION” came to my mind this morning.  When I think of the word passion, the one thing that came to mind is “The power within in YOU”  What is something that you live to do?  I enjoy serving others and writing. I would rather give any day of the week than to receive.

My passion is to write and travel the world. I know that is a crazy dream, but one day I would like to make it a reality. Your passion is within YOU. You are in control of your passion. Maybe your passion is to teach, to coach, to encourage, to be positive, to listen. We all have passions, and which they turn into gifts/talents. You are in control of the power behind it. Take your passion, dream big, and deliver it to the world.

 

My Vision

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I was asked almost 6 months ago what my vision was for my life. I have to say I really couldn’t answer that at the time. 6 months later, I think, I’m finally able to answer part of it.

My vision for my life is to become a well-known writer that speaks the truth. That has a vision beyond my control, that elaborates stories upon stories that are from the heart, and that the passion will overflow unto the reader. To be able to get lost through the vision I created.

My vision is also to travel the world, speak, and share my story. I’d also like to teach college, go on mission trips, feed the homeless, and travel the world. Even though my vision is really not my vision, but God’s vision for my life.

I’ve come to the realization that my vision will never be his vision. My vision is tor write, and to publish books. I’m currently nobody, but in my eyes I am somebody.

My vision is also to get married and adopt a bunch of kids. My vision is to be whatever God places before me. I know some of you may think I am crazy!!

I’m to graduate in May with my Masters in Communication/Journalism and my vision is after I graduate to begin speaking at churches, conferences, etc., after all you have to start somewhere.

If you’d like to have me at your church or an event in 2017— Please just shoot me an e-mail and I will pencil you in.

mckinneyjamie15@gmail.com

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Blessings,

Jamie McKinney

Being unstoppable!

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First, I would like to say I am sorry for not keeping up with my blog. Life got really busy and with starting a new job in counseling, Grad School, and staying busy with lots of different things. I lost interest in writing and did not make time for it.

This past week I had the opportunity to go on a cruise to Jamaica, Grand Cayman, and Cozumel, with some of the most amazing women. I learned to step out of my comfort zone and really reflect on just being “still” and if you all know me; that is hard for me to do.

I swam in the Caribbean, rode a Segway in Grand Cayman, and swam with dolphins in Cozumel. I got to hang out with Sue Duffield and Susie Shellenberger, make a huge ice cream cone, fall asleep on the deck watching a movie, get hit in the head with a basketball, sing, laugh, and cry with complete strangers that by the end of the week they were like family.

This week I had the chance to reflect and really observe Gods calling on my life. Life has had lots of ups and downs for me and I’m sure you’ve had them as well. No matter what we go through or what we face on a day to day situation “God is still there.”

The most amazing thing this week for me was swimming with the most amazing animal. Now, don’t get me wrong, lots of great things happened, but when I was swimming with the dolphins I couldn’t help but to feel “FREE” I mean isn’t that what we want in life is to be free from captivity, from trials and tribulations.

I swam out to the middle of the water and these two gorgeous dolphins came behind me and pushed me to the top of the water. It was almost like I was flying and in that brief moment I felt as if I had no care in the world, but that I was on top of the world. When I came down and made a huge splash, I realized that I was back in reality. I realized that we can’t always be on top of the world, that we must go through valleys to get to where God wants us to be.

What are you facing?  What trials are before you?  Are you taking time to really get to know yourself, or are you always so busy that you cannot hear the voice of God. You see, my life before the cruise was always so busy, and I could never understand what God wanted me to do. Are you running from circumstances, or are you willing to face the “GIANTS”.  Are you willing to take a risk and risk all you have for Jesus, or are you going to put him in a box.

Are you going to be unstoppable or are you going to be stoppable? In reality, the choice is always yours. My prayer for you is that you find peace and understanding in your life. That no matter what you are going through, or went through;that you will allow GOD TO SET YOU FREE!  Don’t be someone who says ” I don’t need help, but be unstoppable with the force of GOD on your side”.IMG_7994

What is your VISION?

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I was asked last week what my VISION was for my life as an Individual and as a Professional. I have to say, I’ve never really took that much time to really think about it.

So take a moment and evaluate your own life: What is your VISION? Where do you want to go? What do you want to do? Most importantly where is God’s Vision for you?

Realistically: I see my self as an accomplished writer, a publisher, a journalist, a motivational speaker. As far as a family, I don’t think that is in the works just yet, I’m not being selfish– Just being real. I’m still working on “ME”.

Professionally: I’d like to eventually work for Samaritan’s Purse in Boone, NC as a Writer. I see myself on the mission field, giving of my time and energy. I see myself helping people that have nothing.

We ALL have a VISION for our LIFE! God has a VISION for OUR LIFE!!  Things may not always go as planned, and there is always going to be ups and downs, but my question for you is: How much are you willing to sacrifice for God? How much are you willing to put on the line?

Are you willing to give up YOUR VISION, for GOD’S perfect vision for your life? Are you willing to lose yourself and completely surrender to his call for your life?

Letting go of yourself as a Christian is one of the hardest things you will go through. Learning to submit your whole life to God is not easy, but once you learn to submit, things just fall into place the way GOD wants it to.

I’m still learning to submit, and be patient on what God has for my life. Life is not always a walk in the park, but it’s a journey. Everything that you’ve got through and what you vision is not always easy, but you can OVERCOME anything with CHRIST.

GOD HAS A HUGE VISION FOR YOUR LIFE, JUST TRUST HIM!!

Blessings,

J