CUP OF INSPIRATION

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Round Two

You may have lost round one, but round two is coming and this time around, you will have victory. Read this inspiration and be encouraged!

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Can I testify? Earlier in the year, I prayed fervently, asking God to help me be more generous this year. He has been so good to me. He healed my body and brought me through tough times. It is my heart’s desire to help others through their tough times as well. ___ God has sent so many generous people to give donations to my 501c3 nonprofit organization, Empowering Everyday Women Ministries. These tax deductible seeds have bolstered our efforts to be a blessing, share the Gospel and spread the love of Jesus around the world. This Thanksgiving, because of what you have given, we are able to feed families and provide resources to meet the practical needs of those struggling just to make it through the day. God has gone above and beyond what I asked Him for this year. ___ Please accept my deepest and sincerest thanks to you for donating and putting smiles on the faces of children and families worldwide. My heart is leaping and overflowing with joy. You are a blessing! “Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us” (Ephesians 3:20 KJV). God is so faithful. ___ #missions #ministry #begenerous #causes #donate #change #nonprofit #activism #dogood #charity #fundraising #philanthropy #socialgood #changemakers #giveback #notforprofit #spreadlove #helpsomeoneineed
I am immensely grateful to God for the volunteer who started an Instagram page, Facebook page, and Twitter page for City Church, our small urban ministry here in Buffalo, NY. I sincerely appreciate ANYTHING anyone does to help us reach others with the hope of the Gospel and the love of Jesus Christ. ___ Please follow the ministry page on Instagram @citychurchbuffalo, on Facebook @citychurchbuffalo and on Twitter @citychurchbflo. You may also visit us online at Citychurchbuffalo.org. Pray for us and encourage us as we strive to serve the Lord and His precious people. As you know, ministry is a great sacrifice, but God continues to show us favor by sending great folks who are willing to assist in any way possible. ___ #gratefulheart #CityChurch #BuffaloNY #BuffaloNYchurches #WesternNYchurches #Startupministry #urbanministry #innercitychurch #UpstateNYchurces #Instagram #follow
“You lead me in the path of life; I experience absolute joy in your presence; you always give me sheer delight.” (Psalm 16:11 NET Bible) ___ In every season, in good times and bad, I find joy and peace in the word of God. No matter how much is on my plate or what I’m going through, I always make time to study scripture and dwell in the presence of the Lord. It is my safe place; my place of refuge; my shelter from the storm. It’s my absolute favorite place to be! ___ Whatever you’re facing today, steal away and spend some precious moments with the Lord. Go into your “secret closet” that Matthew 6:6 talks about and shut the door. Devote time to prayer and God’s word. I promise it will give you the divine strength, courage, wisdom and contentment you need to thrive in all circumstances. ___ Photo By: J Marie Photography ___ #delightintheLord #MaketimeforGod #PutChristfirst #JoyisinHispresence #praywithoutceasing #Gointoyoursecretcloset #peaceofGod #presenceofGod #Jesusjoy #wordofGod #Biblestudy #prayer #meditateontheword #joy #peace #strength #courage #contentment #thrive #Bible #faith #Scripture #God #InstaBible #InstaScripture #Instainspiration #Christian #encouragement #DiannaHobbs #DailyCupofInspiration
I felt led to tell you this one simple thing: God is turning things around for you. Trust Him. #Mondaymotivation #Instainspiration #faith #onlybelieve #Godisturningitaround #trustGod #harvestseason #quoteoftheday #inspirational #inspirationalquotes #motivational
Life hits you hard at times and honestly, there are seasons when you think you will never, ever recover. Even after traumatic events end, sometimes the damage lasts well beyond the moment. So the Lord laid it on my heart to launch a 4-week Bible study called “Recovery Season” at the small urban church plant my husband and I recently took over after my dad, who originally started the church, relocated. ___ For some time, there were a few problems with the building, which is very old and in need of lots of work, that prevented us from having services inside. But thank God he helped us FINALLY get things back together so the conditions inside are suitable for holding services once again. The ministry is truly a labor of love. When my dad first presented the idea to us, Kenya and I prayed a lot and sought God’s face about what His will was for our lives. We both believe He called us to this mission. So despite setbacks and difficulties, we are as committed as ever to the work of the Lord and being a beacon of light in this inner city community that so desperately needs it. ___ The church’s name has been changed from “Evangelistic Temple” to “City Church,” based on Matthew 5:14, which says, “You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” We strive to be that “city” the word of God talks about—that light of the world, that shows forth His glory. ___ If you’re in Buffalo, New York, please come out to the Bible study at City Church located at 84 Rickert Ave. The 4-week series begins this Wednesday, Oct. 17th, at 7 pm. It’s a very small white church and it sits so far back on the one-way street that if you don’t slow down, you won’t see it. People have been known to pass it. 〰️ Anyway, I hope to see you. I believe this series will minister to your needs. And by the way, please pray for the ministry. Intercede for City Church. We are asking God to bless us as we make sacrifices for the benefit of souls and for the sake of His Kingdom.
“The scripture says, ‘Whoever believes in him will not be disappointed.’" (Romans 10:11 GNT)  God will not fail you. Keep believing! ___ #TrustinGod #Clingtofaith #Godwillcomethrough #Bible #Scripture #Instascripture #Bibleverse #InstaBible #verseoftheday #Biblicalencouragement #faith #hope #trust #wordofGod #Jesus #God #faithinGod #believe #confidence #hope #motivation #encouragement #instainspiration #YourDailyCupofInspiration #believer #Christianity
Today is my husband Kenya’s birthday and this is one of my favorite photos of us. We can be in a crowded room and it's as if no one else is there. When I asked him what he wanted for his special day, he said, “I already have it.” I smiled. After 20 years of marriage, he's still my favorite guy in the world. ___ I am thankful for his Godly leadership in our home, for the way he stuck by me when I was deathly ill, spoke life into me, and took care of me. I praise God for the example he sets for our four children daily of what it means to serve God and serve others. I am grateful for the heart he has for the ministry, the community and his passion to see everyone thrive. ___ I can’t really explain the depth of the love we have for each other or all the ways God continually shows me why he linked us up all those years ago. I am just grateful to have Kenya in my life. Two decades of marriage have flown by. But you know what they say: time flies when you’re having fun. Happy birthday to the guy who looks into my eyes and still makes me melt and gives me butterflies. I will be forever smitten. ❤😍 ___ #happybirthday #hisbirthday #birthday #photography #celebrate #instabirthday #celebration #instabday #birthdaylove #birthdaycelebrations #lovemyhusband #birthdaywishes
I'm sipping on warm tea and I'm up typing again, thankfully. Last week was a heavy week of ministering and traveling. While I was grateful for the opportunity to preach the Gospel to the people of God, as always, when it was over, I was feeling worn down. I was exhausted because of how intense my schedule was. By the time I returned home, I simply wanted to sleep for hours and hours. I figured if I got some much-needed rest, it would be all good again. But that exhaustion turned into congestion, fever and body aches. I realized I had caught a nasty cold.🤧😷😫 ___ You see, when I travel, I come into close contact with many different people at events and on planes. Sometimes, I pick up lots of germs and viruses along the way and my body can’t fight them off. That’s what happened this time, which is why you have not heard from me in a few days. I needed to set aside a few days for recovery. Since my voice is not yet 100% and my congestion has not totally cleared, it will likely be a day or two before I am able to make it into the studio to record a new podcast. But thankfully, today, for the first time since being clobbered by this awful cold, I feel strong enough to write a fresh Cup of Inspiration devotion. Feel free to read the rest of this at YourDailyCupOfInspiration.com.
I had a doctor’s appointment today, but my regular doctor was not in. The woman who saw me had never met me before and wasn’t familiar with the details of my health history. After she learned of my previous severe case of Rheumatoid Arthritis and Fibromyalgia, and read through my records on her computer, she casually asked, “What medications are you taking now?" ___ I answered, “None.” She immediately stopped clicking her mouse. Her eyes grew wide and she said with a grimace, “You’re not taking any medications—no pills AT ALL?” I said, “Nope. No pills.” Then I proceeded to share my testimony of how specialists gave up hope for my recovery. I told her I had lost the function of my limbs and had so many complications it looked like I would die. But I explained to her that what doctors could not do, prayer could. ___ She was stunned, confused and enthralled. You see, I was on over 13 different medications and I was still in around-the-clock pain. I was steadily and rapidly declining. But God, the consummate Doctor, made me brand new. I told her, “Prayer, not medicine, is the reason why I’m walking, pain-free, and on zero drugs.” God healed me and medical professionals are still scratching their heads in shock and disbelief. I left the office feeling excited and grateful. I meditated on God's goodness for a long while after that. ___ I love sharing my testimony and letting the whole wide world know that Jesus is a miracle-worker. If you are in need of a miracle, have faith in God. He will do it! You may be chronically ill or going through a test of a completely different nature. Either way, don’t worry. The God we serve is more than able. I’ve seen Him do the impossible! ___ #Jesushealedme #Faithmovesmountains #WithGodallthingsarepossible #Medicinecouldnotcureme #IwitnesseverywhereIgo #TellothersaboutChrist #testify #faith #miracles #healing #powerofprayer #DiannaHobbs #autoimmunedisease #Rheumatoidarthritis #Fibromyalgia #chronicillness #miraculousturnarounds
I heard an unfamiliar voice shout out, “Oh my goodness! I prayed for you so hard. I can’t believe you’re here.” It was a woman I had never met before. I bumped into her while running an errand. She introduced herself as Lena and told me how she read about me on the Internet. When I was sick, she and a group of women got together and prayed that God would heal me. ___ She cried. I cried. I hugged her and thanked her from the bottom of my heart for those intercessory prayers. Without ever having met me, she and her friends took special time out to go to God on my behalf. I feel so blessed that God sent such compassionate believers my way in my time of affliction. ___ Meeting Lena made me think about James 5:16 NLT, which says, “…pray for each other so that you may be healed. The earnest prayer of a righteous person has great power and produces wonderful results.” Today, my heart is overwhelmingly grateful for all who prayed for my healing, and continue to pray for me to this day. I thank you sincerely. Know that I’m praying for you, too. 🙏🏽♥️ #Somebodyprayedforme #prayerworks #prayinfaith #Godanswersprayer #Godstillheals #intercessoryprayer #prayforothers #somebodyneedsyourprayers #Godhearsyourcry #miracles #healing #believe #faith #diannahobbs #Mondaymotivation #picoftheday #Instainspiration
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NEWS & INSPIRATION

  KEEPING YOU BOTH INFORMED & UPLIFTED

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We love the Word: African-Americans have higher levels of Bible engagement
We love the Word: African-Americans have higher levels of Bible engagement

A new State of the Bible survey by American Bible Society reveals that African-Americans have higher levels of Bible engagement than other groups in the U.S., showing a greater affinity for Scripture than most. 93% own at least one Bible in their homes.

5 recommended go-to scriptures as you get out the vote
5 recommended go-to scriptures as you get out the vote

As voters of faith and color head to the polls Tuesday, November 6th, what things should we keep in mind when casting our votes? Let’s go to the word of God for that. Keep something in mind: at stake Tuesday is control of the House and Senate, both now led by Republican majorities.

Ministry News: Pastor Kenya and Lady Dianna Hobbs rename and relaunch urban ministry ‘City Church’ [VIDEO]
Ministry News: Pastor Kenya and Lady Dianna Hobbs rename and relaunch urban ministry ‘City Church’ [VIDEO]

An exciting ministry elevation and relaunch has been officially announced by City Church, an urban, inner city-based church plant in Buffalo, NY led by Pastor Kenya and Lady Dianna Hobbs. Watch the interview to learn all about their new ministry focus and passion for God’s work.

Dianna Hobbs celebrates and reflects on her 42nd birthday: ‘I could be dead and gone’
Dianna Hobbs celebrates and reflects on her 42nd birthday: ‘I could be dead and gone’

Christian women’s leader, Dianna Hobbs, celebrates turning 42 on Friday, Nov. 2, 2018. According to the first lady of City Church in Buffalo, NY, she is excited about being alive in light of all the health challenges that nearly snuffed out her life. Read more about her reflections.

Wondering how to mature in faith? 4 habits of strong Christians you should adopt today
Wondering how to mature in faith? 4 habits of strong Christians you should adopt today

When you’re struggling with issues, temptations and hanging on by a thread in your walk of faith, being a strong Christian can seem like an idealistic fantasy. But it’s truly possible! Though we are all only human and our flesh is weak, there are certain habits that can, indeed, build up strength.

#WorldMentalHealthDay: Erasing the stigma and shame for Christians with depression
#WorldMentalHealthDay: Erasing the stigma and shame for Christians with depression

Depression. It’s one of the most taboo subjects in the Christian community, yet with depression affecting more than 19 million Americans each year, 12 million of them being women (According to Mental Health America), I am willing to bet that at least half of them are filling the pews of churches everywhere.

Devotion: This won't break you
Devotion: This won't break you

The wind is blowing and the storm is raging. But the supernatural strength of God is constantly stabilizing and fortifying you through everything. So be encouraged and know this won’t break you.  You won’t go under. The Lord will sustain you and you will be victorious!

Your voice matters: Speak up and share your truth about sexual assault
Your voice matters: Speak up and share your truth about sexual assault

It's hard and scary to share your truth when it's not embraced, but speak up anyway. One thing's for sure, nothing is hidden from God and He will always vindicate you. It may not happen in the ways you expect, but our loving Father will always bring justice on your behalf in some way.

EEW President, Dianna Hobbs, shares touching online birthday tribute to husband of 20 years
EEW President, Dianna Hobbs, shares touching online birthday tribute to husband of 20 years

Women’s ministry leader, Dianna Hobbs, is celebrating her husband of 20 years with a sweet online birthday tribute on the occasion of his 46th birthday. In a Wednesday, Oct. 10, 2018 social media post, she doted on Kenya Hobbs, the father of the couple’s four children.

Our Top 5 favorite ‘lessons learned’ from Jonathan McReynolds’ birthday reflections
Our Top 5 favorite ‘lessons learned’ from Jonathan McReynolds’ birthday reflections

Last month, gospel singer Jonathan McReynolds turned 29 years old and took occasion to share wisdom that far exceeds his years on earth. On his Life Room Talk blog, he shared 16 truths he lives by that he has discovered in his less than 30 years on earth. EEW is choosing our Top 5 favorites.

 
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SEXUAL ASSAULT

THE MOVEMENT THAT IS SETTING WOMEN FREE

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#HeToo: Wholeness After Sexual Assault

The He too campaign was launched in 2018 by Dianna Hobbs. It empowers sexual assault survivors of faith and color to not only use their voices to share their stories, but also, to see how Christ’s story and His redemptive work on the cross has power to heal their pain. It shows women that they don't have to be bound by what was done to them; they are free because of what Christ has done for them.

“The me too movement is missing a man and His name is Jesus,” says Dianna Hobbs, founder of the He too campaign.

Hobbs reveals that she felt compelled to launch the He too campaign, specifically for women of faith and color, as a companion to the Me too movement Tarana Burke founded in 2006.

Burke, who also experienced sexual assault, was looking for a way to help women and girls, particularly women and girls of color, who had also survived sexual violence.

The Me too founder embraces the idea of “empowerment through empathy.” The philosophy is, when women know they are not alone, and receive loving support and care, they are strengthened and able to begin the journey to healing.

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