Abundantly Blessed

Psalm 115:13-15 says, "The Lord will bless them that worship him, both small and great. The Lord will increase you more and more, you and your children. You are blessed of the Lord who made heaven and earth."

Despite what the news reports say about the employment rate still being at an all time low, regardless of how long the government argues over the current economic situation of our country, you are abundantly blessed. You will continue to see the needs of yourself and your family met. You will continually receive your blessings daily because God is your Power Source and Unlimited Supply. Yet, for those who are more logical than spiritual and need hard core factual proof of this truth, the above referenced scripture is confirmation from God that it is His Divine Will for his people to prosper and continually receive his blessings.

I am living proof of this being true after experiencing three lay-offs between the onset of our countries economic crisis in Spring 2008 and the end of 2010. In fact, I still have not found new employment as of yet in the six months period since my most recent lay-off. Yet neither am I the least bit moved by it. It seemed every time I would find a new job it would last for a while then they'd start downsizing and laying people off due to the economy.

However, instead of seeing it as a lose I turned what appeared to be a negative into a positive. Following my first lay-off I took advantage of the opportunity and went to broadcasting school at Atlanta Broadcast Institute to finish getting my formal education in my career that I already have almost 10yrs experience in actually doing for a living.

Yet, continuing to pursue my career in radio is my passion and long time dream. So I went back to school and graduated as Salutatorian of from my June 2008. Additionally, I received special honors awards for my demonstrated leadership, talent and congenial support of my classmates and during team assignments. Also as a result of that lay-off and going back to broadcasting school, I got the esteemed opportunity to intern with the Director of Production & Promotions and A&R at Record Producer Dallas Austin's recording studio company, DARP, Inc. here in Atlanta.

After the second lay-off a year later in Spring of 2009, I began praying for God to reveal to me His Divine Will and Plan for my life. I asked him to show me what He wanted me to do with my time, my talents and my passion for creative writing and my desire to get my radio show Love Notes back on-air. I asked God to show me how my desires for my life aligned with His Divine Will and calling on the purpose for my life.

He answered me by putting in my spirit the Divine idea to first start sowing a seed by using my time and talent as a contributing writer for my church news magazine. Then he increased and expanded by gift of poetry and creative writing by leading me in spirit to create this blog website as a spin off of my radio show Loves Notes, hence the name of this blog, Inspirational Love Notes.

Just like with my radio show God is using my passion and gift of creative writing to reach his people and keep them encouraged through these trying times. Also, to remind all that God is real and still on the throne. Most importantly God us using my talents to send expressions of His unconditional love through the unique way he expresses himself through my gifts & talents. This is the ultimate purpose for the messages I publish on this blog website and my radio show that is also currently in the workings of being revamped as an internet Podcast show.

Finally, in the last quarter of last year 2010, just in the nick of time when my unemployment ran out God blessed me with the opportunity to start using my years of established experience in the television and radio broadcasting industry to do begin doing freelance work. An old friend and co-worker who I had kept in touch with periodically over the years called me out of the blue and offered me a freelance gig working for her at Turner Broadcasting Entertainment Studios.

I absolutely loved it, made good money and enjoyed it while it lasted. Then when it came to an abrupt end the past December 2010, I continued to trust God for the next blessing that by that point I had grown more than confident was sure to come. In the meantime, I decided to go back to school again. This time I'm currently enrolled at University of Phoenix pursing the completion of my Bachelor's program in Business/Marketing.

I'm not afraid or ashamed to share my very personal experience with you because I know so many of you are, quiet as it's kept, going through the same thing right now. Also, because I know that God would not have allowed me to go through that had he not had a perfectly orchestrated divine plan for me to come out on the other side of it all better off than before.

I know that God allowed me to go through that experience so that I may use my testimony today and in the days to come to be an inspiration to someone else who's struggling in their journey to overcome the same or similar experience. Perhaps that person may be you. Either way, I know that what God did and is doing for me He can and will also do the same for you.

So if you are about to be or is already experiencing being laid-off work, please do not give that job or the people who run that company more power than our Most High God. Walk away from that job knowing who you are in Christ and to whom you belong. God has got your back! Though it may not be an easy journey to overcome I promise you with everything I know to be true about God, I have never seen the righteous forsaken or begging for bread. Trust in the will of God for your life and know that you are abundantly blessed.

In closing, to help you stay in this frame of consciousness I leave you with this affirmative prayer statement:

"Divine Abundance is eternally operating n my life. The plentiful action of God is constant in its support of me, and I am continually aware of this, therefore I relax all concerns. I let go and let God meet every need and fulfill every heart's desire. Freely trusting in God's Fullness of Expression, I give deep and grateful thanks for my invisible supply made visible."

I highly recommend you say this affirmation daily three times upon awaking in the morning to set the tone for you day, then again three times before bed to have as the last thing in your conscious mind before going to sleep. As my Spiritual leader and Pastor, Bishop Dr. Barbara L. King says, I promise you it works if you work it.

Lastly, I also leave you with the song of encouragement linked below off the new cd "The Light of The Sun" by the beautiful Jill Scott to remind you that regardless of your current situation or circumstances if you woke up this morning of sound mind and healthy body surrounded by the slightest degree of expression of love, you are indeed "So....Abundantly...Blessed".



Until next time...I behold the Divinity of Christ in you...and surround you on Love & Light!

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
References: Bible Scripture, Psalm 115:13-15, Holy Bible Lama's Ancient Eastern Text Translation, Affirmative prayer statement, The 40 Day Prosperity Plan (Hillside Chapel & International Truth Center version adapted from the "Abundance Book" by John Randolph Price)

Will Power.... Welcome to the Month of August

Welcome to the month of August! If you're reading this it means you've successfully made it through more than half of the year which is certainly a blessing.

Continuing with my year long theme to raise your awareness of the 12 spiritual power faculties within us as spiritual beings having a human experience, we have thus far covered the first 7 of the 12. In case you're just coming aboard the seven spiritual faculties I've covered so far and the disciple that represents each faculty from January through July are, Faith (Peter), Love (John), Strength (Andrew- Peter's brother), Wisdom(James), Power (Philip), Imagination (Bartholomew), and we just concluded with messages on spiritual Understanding in July (represented by the disciple Thomas).

This month the theme will be on the 8th spiritual faculty power which is Will. The physical location in the body where this power is activated is the forehead-front brain. It is also known as the spiritual energy center called the 3rd eye Chakra. The disciple of Jesus that represents this spiritual power faculty is Matthew.

Throughout this month I will be sharing inspirational messages that promotes awareness of this faculty. I will also offer encouraging productive ways to use this spiritual power as well as insightful messages of Truth on the difference between personal will and the Will of God.

In closing, let us rejoice and give thanks to God that we've come this far by faith. We have just four more months left in the year. Yet, know that you are not alone in this journey. I am here for you and standing together with our confidence in God I am certain we can make it to the end.

So by all means, continue to send me your comments and feedback. Learning and growing is a two way street and I love hearing from you. So let's grow together in love....and let's begin by praying together the words of our Master Teacher Jesus Christ in Luke 22:42 which says, "Not as I will, but thy will be done." Ready...Let's go!!!

Until next time...I salute the Divinity of Christ in you...and surround you in Love & Light!

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011

Final Words for July on Spiritual Understanding

We have now come to the end of another month, pushing us a few steps closer toward the last quarter of the year. As we close out the month of July I hope you've enjoyed the articles & songs I've posted on the theme of Spiritual Understanding all month. I further pray that you found them in some way helpful and encouraging for whatever challenges in life you may be going through.

With that said, I leave you with these final thoughts and review of my overall theme on Spiritual Understanding and message for July. No matter what the situation may appear to be, how it looks in the physical or feels to your emotions never give up on trusting God. Regardless what the doctor, lawyer, judge, co-worker, employer or even family & friends have said about whatever your current circumstances may be, remember that God has sovereignty over all things under the sun. In fact, even the Sun and Moon rise and sets each day at His command. So why should you ever fear what man(as in human) can do to you.

Instead of being fearful or worrying, ask God for Spiritual Understanding over your situation no matter how major or minute it may seem to be. Then trust that in doing so he will reveal to you things you are unable to see clearly from the human perspective about the situation on your own. Trust even further that He will also guide you by giving you discernment and right judgment regarding the best recourse of action to take if action is required on your part.

Lastly, in all things remember and take heed to the advice of Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, "Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and lean not on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him and he shall direct your paths." I look forward to continuing to encouraging you and sharing more Inspirational Love Notes with you here as we transition into the month of August.

Until next time...I salute the Divinity of Christ in you...and surround you in Love & Light.

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
Bible Reference: Proverbs 3:5-6 NKJV (New King James Version)

Arise and Shine...Today is Your Day of Favor

Isaiah 60:1 says, "Arise shine; for your light is come, and the glory of the Lord shall rise upon you." Psalm 118:24 says, "This is the day which the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it."

I've just given you two reasons from scripture for you to let go of whatever troubles of yesterday was weighing on your mind & heart last night and get up and give God His rightful praise & glory from you today. No matter what you may be going through know this day that God is not only with you but He is also for you.

Therefore, if you've already prayed about the situation asking for His help, guidance and deliverance then you've done your part and as promised in Isaiah 54:17, "No weapon that is formed against you shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against you in judgment, you shall condemn". Now let go and allow God to do what only He can do for you in the situation which is to work it out for your best and highest good. I assure you...He will not fail in delivering you from the situation unscathed or scared and better off than you were before you went through whatever you're working to overcome.

Since EVERYTHING God has made is good I won't close by expressing to you to have a good day. Instead, I encourage you to go out and embrace the goodness that's already been prepared by God for you today and is now yours for the taking. All you have to do is keep your mind stayed on Him and know that no matter what you're going through...Today is the day for things to work in your favor.

So take in the uplifting words of the song I've chosen and attached below by the late great Wayman Tisdale to help convey this message . Then get up...go out into the world...and let your love light shine..."TODAY"!



Until next time...I salute the Divinity of Christ in you and surround you in Love & Light!

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
Bible References: (Lamsa's Holy Bible from the Ancient Eastern Text Translation)

The A.C.T of Life

Here are three principles to help guide you through the A.C.T. of Life:

ACKNOWLEDGE the presence of God within you daily through prayer, meditation, studying His word in scripture along with other inspirational books, blogs, music, etc. and fasting when led in spirit to do so.

CHANGE YOUR MIND if necessary from negative thoughts that don't align with the truth of who you are. Don't agree with or accept a "you can't do it" mentality from yourself or anyone else.

TRUST IN SPIRIT because God always wants and has the absolute highest and best for you. Therefore, He will always lead you to your highest good.

Remember and apply these three principles along your journey in life to get you through any appearance of challenges or obstacles that you may find yourself facing. Fearlessly speak the Truth of Gods word to any person or situation that attempts to bring negativity energy or adversity your into your life.

With boldness and great confidence remind yourself of Gods promise to NEVER leave or forsake you. Stand on the rock of truth given to us through scripture that with God being for you no person, situation or thing can come against you and prosper.

Above all hold your peace in the mist of the storm or appearance of the battle. Be still and A.C.T. like you know God is on your side keeping and protecting you in the midst of it all. Holding on to this truth walk with confidence through the day and sleep peacefully at night. After all, there's no need to worry or lose sleep over the situation because despite the outer appearance of the details involved...all is in the mighty hands of God. Therefore all is Divine Order thus ALL is well.

To help convey my message for you today please enjoy the lyrics to the powerful song I've attached below, "In The Midst of It All" by Yolanda Adams.



Until next time...I salute the Divinity of Christ in you and surround you in Love & Light!


A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
Reference: The three principles in the A.C.T. of Life were inspired by and based on my personal notes taken from the Sunday service message delivered by Rev. Sharon Hodges @ Hillside International Chapel and Truth Center, Atlanta, Georgia, July 24, 2011.

Total Surrender...Total Praise...Total Transformation

There's power is surrendering to God. In fact, sometimes Total Surrender and Total Praise is exactly what's needed to see a Total Transformation in a situation you may be going through. One of my favorite inspirational/spiritual author's Marianne Williamson wrote in her book, Everyday Grace, "In surrendering a situation to God, we are asking Him to give us new thoughts and feelings about it. We are asking His help in deemphasizing things that don't ultimately matter and focusing on what does. We are asking that His thoughts replace our own, that we be lifted by His Spirit to a lighter consciousness and thus a lighter life. The spiritual life is one of mental discipline in which we cleave to higher thought forms because we know they are key to our happiness and peace."

So if there's something you woke up this morning still struggling with that may have happened over the weekend, last week, last month or last year...try surrendering it to God today. Then go in peace giving him total praise in advance for the total transformation of the situation that's already on the way and begins today with you.

As for me...I woke up this morning with this beautiful song of serenity on my mind which I find very befitting to further conveying my message to you today. It's called "Total Praise" by Richard Smallwood and I've linked the YouTube video of it with the lyrics to share with you below. Listen and let the lyrics soothe your mind, calm your thoughts and lighten your spirit. Remember...this is the day the Lord has made and blessed you to wake up this morning to take part in...so go forth in peace...rejoicing and being glad in it.



Until next time....I salute the Divinity in you...and surround you in Love & Light! Peace Beloved


A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011
(References:Marianne Williamson,Everyday Grace,Copyright 2002)

The Benefits of Holding Your Peace

"He who spares his words has knowledge; and he who is patient is a wise man. Even a fool when he holds his peace is considered wise; and he who shuts his lips is considered a man of understanding." (Proverbs 17: 27-28 Lamsa's Aramaic Translation-The Ancient Eastern Text)

"Someone who is sure of himself does not talk all the time. People who stay calm have real insight. After all, even a fool may be thought wise and intelligent if he stays quiet and keeps his mouth shut." (Same scripture as above ~The Good News Bible-Today's English Version Translation)

My Interpretation:

Knowing when to hold your peace, choose your words carefully, and extend patience to people who are testing your patience, by doing the exact opposite, thereby letting their mouth get them in trouble, exudes wisdom and knowledge on your part. Even a fool is considered wise when he realizes when to be quiet and hold his peace.

So if your going through a situation where someone is testing your patience, your spiritual nature and your nerves....give it to God and don't wrestle with it. In doing so God will reveal to you greater insight and understanding for how to deal with the person or situation if you just hold your peace and remain patient & calm.

In the meantime ask God to give you a clean heart free of anger, resentment, and negative thoughts toward the person(s) involved and the situation itself. To help you get started listen to the lyrics of this beautiful song below by Fred Hammond and go in peace beloved.

Until Next time...I salute the Divinity in you...and surround you in Love & Light.

A One Love Production
By Anna M. Hendricks
Copyright 2011