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Adorable Kids Recreate Popular 2013 Red Carpet Looks

Sweet or plain silly? 

A site called Toddle Wood have taken to recreate outfits from the recent Oscars and Golden Globes Awards using these adorable kids.

America's First Lady Michelle Obama

Hollywood Actress Zoe Saldana

What do you make of it?

Cute idea? Or, leave the kids alone!?

Taylor Swift

Halle Berry

Adele

We're still not sure of what to make of it!

Style: Traditional Couples In Love

How cute...
to be African and in love... :)

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Mid Week Message: Crying to God About Your Marriage

Recently, many of us celebrated Valentines Day (a day commemorating love). It was a GREAT day for many of us. But we also know it was a very painful day for many others who are struggling in their marriages and our hearts grieve for those affected.

How we wish we had a solution to "cure" everyone's marriage that needs help. That is our desire; but unfortunately we can't. We live in a fallen world that is affected by bad choices many people make, and the help we offer can only do so much. It has to be applied (sometimes by one, but often by both spouses) --especially with the help of the "Wonderful Counselor" --the Holy Spirit, as couples and individuals reach out to him.

We assure you that God cares --more than anyone else. You may not understand why He doesn't answer prayers like you think He should, or in the timing you think it should happen, but that doesn't mean God doesn't care. There may be a whole set of circumstances going on that you just can't or perhaps won't see this side of heaven. But please don't stop going to Him, praying, believing, and trusting. We serve an amazing God who works miracles in many different ways!

With this in mind we want to share with you something that was sent to us by a dear African subscriber (who will remain anonymous). The following was written by Millie Plastaras:

Tears, The Liquid Prayer -- God Cares

"Those who sow in tears shall reap in joy, He who continually goes forth weeping, bearing seed for sowing, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him (Psalm 125:5-6).

"There are many different kinds of tears, and these are actually a sign of what is in the depths of our hearts. The Bible tells us that what we sow in life we reap. We are planting seeds and when harvest time comes we reap what we sow.

"Those wanting a spiritual breakthrough for specific needs should really pay heed to this verse. For when we come before God he wants a broken vessel, one that is surrendered and seeking --one that listens for the voice of God, and seeks it with all his heart.

"Tears of brokenness are blessed by God, as the word says God values them so much He keeps our tears in a bottle (Psalm 56:8). Throughout the Bible we find where men and women cried out to God from the deep anguish and agony of their heart. God heard their prayers and delivered them. Tears spent in prayer will sow a seed of faith that will reap a harvest of results.

"Read that again, and keep it in your heart. Tears spent in prayer will sow a seed of faith that will reap a harvest of results. God DOES hear the cry of your heart!

"Charles Spurgeon, the great orator and preacher said that the ministry of tears was 'liquid prayer.' They are pouring our heart before God, seeking Him with all our heart, soul and mind --a drink offering before the throne of God, poured out before his presence, surrendered unto his will. What a beautiful thing this is in His sight!

-- "In 2 Kings 20:5 we learn of tears of sorrow and suffering.
-- "In Genesis 33:4 we learn that there are tears of joy.
-- "In John 11:35 we learn that there are tears of compassion.
-- "In Esther 4:1-3 we learn that there are tears of desperation.
-- "In Isaiah 42:14 we learn that there are tears of travail or giving birth.
-- "In Joel 2:12-13 we learn there are treats of repentance.
"These are indeed a great weapon in spiritual warfare. For this is warfare of faith, and of brokenness before God. It's a final willingness to say, 'God, I know you are in charge, I give you all that I have, I pour out my sorrows before you, in expectancy of your deliverance, hope and ultimate openness to the will of God. A broken person has realized their position in God, and seeks His will first.' This results in the blessings of God pouring out on those who wait for God.

"If you're desperate for answers, if you're seeking answers that seem impossible, if life has overwhelmed you and you feel anxious, if you desire to see changes in your life, if you feel alone and abandoned, if you're at the end of your rope, there is a way through anything you face today.

"There is one who is always available, full of compassion, full of wisdom, full of well planned things for life. He has been with you since the beginning of your life, and will be with you until you enter eternity. He knows everything about you. He has your best interest at heart, and will never leave nor forsake you. HE is the Great I Am. I am whatever you need.

"Cry out to God, He shall hear and answer your prayers in the way that is best. He is your Father, after all.

"They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary, and they shall walk and not faint. (Isaiah 40:31)

"Weeping endures for a night, but joy comes in the morning. (Psalm 30:5)

"Wait I say upon the Lord, and He shall give thee the desires of thy heart. (Psalm 37:4)

"He who dwells in the secret place of the most High, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, He is my Refuge, My Fortress, in HIM will I trust. (Psalm 91:1-2)

"Remember… Only one life will soon be past, only what's done for Christ will last.

"For the Christian, prayer is not an option but an opportunity. 'In prayer expect setbacks, but refuse retreat.' (Richard Eastman)

"Don't tell the Lord how big the problem is; tell the problem how GREAT the Lord is!"

We hope this will inspire and help those of you who are crying out to God for help. Please know that our love and prayers are with you,






Source: Cindy and Steve Wright.

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Homeless Beggar's Honesty Rings Up A $100,000 Reward

A homeless American man will soon have more than $US100,000 after returning an engagement ring to a woman who accidentally dropped it in his begging cup this month.

Sarah Darling's fiance set up a website seeking donations for Billy Ray Harris, who frequently begs on Kansas City's Country Club Plaza. 

By Monday, more than 6000 people had donated more than $US145,000 ($A141,600). ''I think we often jump to the worst conclusion, and it just makes you realise that there are good people out there,'' Ms Darling said.

Mr Harris discovered the ring about an hour after Ms Darling dumped spare change from her purse into his cup.

''The ring was so big that I knew if it was real, it was expensive,'' Mr Harris told a local TV station.

Ms Darling was horrified when she realised the next day what she had done. She went back to Mr Harris and told him she might have given him something valuable.

''Was it a ring?'' he recalled asking her. ''And she says, 'Yeah'. And I said, 'Well, I have it'.''

Ms Darling gave Mr Harris all the cash she had in her wallet at the time.

Source: The Age

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