Tuesday, November 27, 2018

ADVENT OF ACTION TIME AND CHANGE
-Clear; present; and a different Approach...

In the not-to-distance pass, the ‘baby boomers’ were the fastest growing and sustaining population. However, in the here and now, that is no longer prevalent. Times have changed and new action and attention are focused on ‘The millennia’s’. They are now the largest growing population. And their action toward behavioral patterns of ways and means of doing things are changing the landscape. As were evident in the Obama race for the POTUS and summarily impacted the 2018 Mid-term elections across America. This has ushered-in and triggered a different approach and focus. One that is viewed as a far cry from what use to be touted as politically correct. The attitudes are changing toward social norms, standards, customs, traditions, and cultural behaviors-regard new standards of moral and esthetical appropriate on the daily sojourn of life. It seems the older traditional ways and means are being severely challenged and/or changed.

It’s the sign of the time we find ourselves. And when such an aberration and/or condition exists; most of the time it takes a catastrophic happening of a moment-in-time for the massive population to pause and take steps for some different action. Which usually allows for a civil opportunity of unity, and harmony-working together to achieve positive results for the common good of all humanity.

Due to these differences-we are hearing a ‘clarion call’-“Let’s seize the moment and make a move for change; ‘cause and effect”.

 Of course, all involved can disparage the message or the messenger, dissect the apparatus, and disagree with the hopeful ones. However, when we seize the moment, and not dismiss the time for such an opportunity it shall be both prudent and wise. It becomes a time for all to reflect on the moment, to be in the moment; to reach out and help another. Such action has the propensity to create great relational legacies across cultural diversity lines of ethnicity.

I hasten to add, the aforementioned requires ‘patience’. And as those of us who possess a smattering of ‘patience’- such can translate to “Love”-Agape Love, which is God’s, Inclusive Love. In the Good Book {Bible}, it reveals that we as a people who care, should exhibit some evidence of Faith, Hope, and Love. It goes on to say, and the greatest of these is “Love”. To have the love for all humanity is an expression that manifests into ‘Action’. When we express such a sensitive and passionate expression toward humanity. It a must that it is done in all sincerity.

An idol word of expressions in the ‘Talking Genre’ comes with a level of ease, but the ‘Action’ that follows the utterances is a bit more difficult. It shall be most important to let your word be your bond. In a word, do what you say, and say what is that you do; genuinely, and let your action speak louder than your words. Such action is a  manifestation that becomes “The Fruits of the Spirit’. It summarily seals the deal and lends itself to enhance and augment your integral creditability. Its time to “Go  Forth!” in the mantra of Action, Time and Change. Know this: #BECOMEAWARE# #COMEALIVE# #BEWOKE# #STAYWOKE#

More insights & Intel contact: Steve Braxton, Hall of Fame Griot-The StoryTeller, enshrined: The Chicago History Museum, Also a Critical Writer, Author of Non-fiction books, and Recently appointed: Board of Governor’s The National Association of Non-Profits and Executives {NANOE} Washington, D.C.     
Email: blog page http://sbrax-on-point.blogspot.com
                                                                                                   

Monday, November 5, 2018

BEING BETTER THAN THAT-The Apex of Behavioral Attitude

The Focus to have  5 Uncommon Habits for increasing the attributes of Mentor-ship, Trust, Joy, and to Edify the Engagement of the Persons you are privileged to provide Leadership-Thus equates to "Rare Leadership" Proclivities.

Always strive to be the better person exhibiting and portraying the evidence and Traits thereof; 
~Stay humble in Victory
~Be inspired in Defeat
~Be the part
~look the part
~Act the part
~Seize the moment-while being in the midst of the moment
~The embodiment and the epitome of Being the message that you bring forth as you 'Go Forth'

steve braxton, life coach, consultant, hall-of fame storyteller, inducted-Breakthrough Ministries & Chicago History Museum

Tuesday, October 30, 2018

AlKaline Water-The Healthy Benefits

Being mindful and conscious to promote physical, and Mental Well-being The focus: Be Healthy  & Stay Happy.
It is these "thoughts-of-consciousness that help to keep the Mind and Body Strong. To that end, we move to share the very important details for "The Benefits of Alkaline Water":

~Powerful Hydration-It hydrates better than plain water and helps
 supply the body with essential minerals
~Natural Detox-Alkaline Water has been shown to help facilitate to expel detrimental toxins in, and of, the body
~Good to the Bone-Perhaps the strongest clinical evidence of the benefits drinking Alkaline Water is the studies that show the link to bone health-the electrolytes contained therein plays a huge part in getting the desired results sought after {ph balance range 7.5-8.4 are the excellent levels derived}
~Water Mgmt/Loss-Derived from actual testimonies of participants in the Annual 40 day Daniel Fast lifestyle Change exercise routine.[ found elsewhere on this blog site}people who drank Alkaline water for, at least, 60-90 days experienced beneficial to weight loss & control.  Other references see: www.whitewaternow.com, https://food.ndtv.com, www.lifeionizers.com/discover
Antioxidants-Alkaline Water embodies antioxidant properties that help to counter-act 'Free Radicals'
~Blood Pressure-Harder the water softer the arteries-A direct school of thought from the mainstream of experts and practitioners alike, who reviews the effects of Alkaline Water and heart health.

Remarks:No Claims are made about this products intentions to diag nose, treat, cure, or other wise to prevent any disease.

Monday, September 3, 2018

LEADER-SHIP; To embrace flexibility, sensitivity, humility and The Joy!

Not too long ago, I enjoyed the privilege of completion a Post-Graduate Course on "Rare Leader".  We as students focus, surmised, and re-learned while engaging in interactive discussions, that healthy teams begin with healthy leaders.
The aforementioned traits and attributes in the title of this blog is key to the development of 'emotional intelligence', which lends itself to the heart of the quality of dynamic emotional maturity. And I hasten to add, it is also fundamental ingredients of the basis for benefits of it's 'Core Values.

As one's strives to rise to the level of a Rare Leader it prepares and equips you to:
~Cultivate emotional maturity in self first, then to share, mentor and develop others
~Promote a strong group identity
~Keep relationships bigger than any problems
~And then to develop the "Four Habits" of R.A.R.E leaders

HERE ARE THE FOUR HABITS:
The four habits prepare one to be exceptional and are built around the elements of identity and belonging. The power of these two sets the paradigm for the basis and core values of a Rare Leader. They are as follows:
R-Remain relational {belonging}
A-Act like yourself {identity}
R-Return to joy {being glad to be together]
E-Endure hardships well {use differences, difficulties to bring all closer together}

Just Know: That both belonging and identity are key components and lends itself to the evolution of 'Transformation.' It does not hurt one at this juncture to reflect on the biblical revelation of -the fruits of the spirits, i.e. love, joy, peace, long-suffering and temperament, etc.

In conclusion, a word in  regards to, clear understanding and  comprehending the essence of the message and the real meaning of one's speech,sermon, proclamation and/or utterances, especially when articulating a home-going eulogy. One need not look any further than the biblical passage of HABAKKUK 2:2, "The Lord said, write the vision; and make it plain, upon tables, that he may run that read it." Modern-day exegesis meaning: 'write the words large and present them on a Billboard, make them large and clear, share and explain them well. Therefore, anyone can hear it, read it, with no misunderstanding, and can run to explain and to tell others without any confusion.
steve braxton, mentor, life coach,practitioner-Rare Leader, a student of the clergy cloth  sbrax57@gmail.com


Sunday, September 2, 2018

A CONSTANT FOCUS AWARENESS OF;

It has been my experiential encounter; in order to yield exponential spiritual growth; that translates to an enormity of dividends, requires being committed, dedicated and steadfast on the journey of one's daily spiritual walk of life.

I adhere to the principles within this thoughts of consciousness: Take the time to seize the moment; be in the moment; while reaching-out to touch & agree, to reach consensus and/or even to disagree with others, with special consideration given for nurture and care, especially among our youth and young adults. In so doing; take the time to share and impart positive wisdom of useful Intel that has pristine life application qualities.

I would further contend-it would be good to begin with edification, first,then move to encouragement and recognition of  positive learn ed traits and attributes; already in one's possession. Being mindful that the Core Value of  Rare leaders is to always come along side another to pour into them useful, insightful wisdom and knowledge; in the Genre of ;and with the proclivities mirrored in Mentor-ship Traits and Attributes.

A word regards shadowing: When a men tee or an intern is allowed the privilege of observation through shadowing it speaks volumes, on a constant basis. Why? Because when you as a Rare Leader extend such an opportunity through guidance, coaching, counseling, it serves as powerful catalyst to both enhance and augment the desired outcome of one reaching their Full Potential in Life. A feat that is obtained while being aware and embracing one's 'purpose in life-as it was both pre-ordained and meant for them to be by the creator. GO FORTH #MUCHBLESSINGSABOUND#

steve braxton, mentor, graduate rare leader practitioner, Hall of Fame, Storyteller, Enshrined@TheChicagoHistoryMuseum.
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Wednesday, August 15, 2018

The "10th " Power-Positive-Thought Consciousness...

As one who reaches out to embrace the elements & the essence of positive thought to Promote Physical, & Mental Well-Being to "Be Healthy! It shall be prudent to "Keep the mind and Body Strong:"
~Keep mind & body re connected
~Be insistent on taking care of yourself, First
~As you work the body-You build your mind
~Know This:Stress Affect Your Health

As you ponder the thought consciousness Genre-strive to be in reflective mode with the expectancy for and of ultimate 'Manifestation'

I now share with you the 10 key components of the "10th" power positive thought consciousness: {think on these as you internalize}

1. I feel that stress, worry, and fear shall melt away
2. I do not believe I should feel  stressed-out for any reason
3. I absolutely shall strive to not feel stressed...
4. I shall decree that all the negative experiences happened to me today-and prior to today-and all pass today's, no longer bothers me
5. I do not, and shall not, feel worry, anxiety, and/or nervous-ness
6. I feel natural to, and in regards to; all bad and indifference situational things that may have happened to me-all to fore...
7. I shall endeavor to feel, as if; the bad incidents that happened to me, was stumbling blocks turns into building block, as I've learned to cope, As well to strive and survive
8. I feel most positive, and optimistic about the future, cause I'm focus on my God given pre-ordained purpose in life
9. I am feeling empowered, equipped, and readied for the journey; on my daily spiritual walk of life
10. I am feeling cool, calm, and steadfast wrapped in the cloak of contentment;and I reach out and up to embrace, touch & agree-I'm at Peace....How Do You Feel....???

Steve Braxton, Mentor, Life Coach,  Adviser, Hall-of-Fame Storyteller, Enshrined by, The Chicago History Museum

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Monday, August 13, 2018

UPLIFT 'N" LIFT-UP WORDS....

Be resolve to aspire B 4 U retire;
Strive to do your best to inspire others...
Instead of the focus on a lighter journey...?
Reach-Out, embrace the quest to have broader shoulders

Nor to be so strident and bent for an easy journey...
Instead have a desire for more stamina and stronger feet for the quest of the journey

While on the journey-do not up-hold or look for a weaker enemy...
Better Yet- be steadfast for a more fit, equipped and stronger self...

Therein lay the essence of servant-hood with the embodiment of Rare Leadership traits and attributes.

steve braxton, mentor, life coach, Hall-of-Fame storyteller, Enshrined: The Chicago History Museum...copyright@2016
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Sunday, May 13, 2018

Prayer for Request and Supplication-W/Expectancy


1 Chronicles 4:9-10, Jabez Request and supplications to God
Compiled/Edited By: Steve Braxton, National Clergy Fellowship Outreach...

THE PRAYER OF JABEZ, his name means: distress, pain, etc
Jabez was different than the rest of his family. His mother named him due to the difficulty she experienced during his birth. Knowing his name brought distress to his mother; he wondered “Is there more to life than this”?
Therefore, he prayed to God this prayer

“Oh that U would bless me, and bless me indeed {means: bless me a lot-many, many times}
And enlarge my territory; that your hand would be with me; and that you would keep me from all evil”
Exegete:
~Wonderfully bless me
~Help me with my work
~Please be with me in all that I do
~Keep me from all evil and disaster {God granted him his request

Summary:
Oh that u would bless me, indeed
“Prepare me, Equip me; and Empower me
Nothing but God’s fullest blessings for bestowal upon U
But we must ask for them or they will be put on the “un-claimed shelf”-waiting for U to ask
Be in Expectancy Mode: Look FWD with the Belief, have the confidence and expectation that God will bring it to pass
Reflection: Solomon name meant “Peace” He was the first King of Israel to reign without going to war. As he prayed to God 4 Wisdom, Knowledge and all other oppty became available to him {He had the wisdom and most of The Understanding & recognition of God’s Blessings and he was obedient..
OH That U would enlarge My Territory: His desire was not about material things but rather:
~Influence-More Responsibility, More Opportunity to make a mark for God
~Practice his presence; Keep God ‘front-of-mind-consciousness’
~To do the work, by coming along side others to mentor, advice, counsel and coach-and those efforts would serve to glorify God

Prayer sounds something like this:
Oh Great, Good, and Wise God!, I come asking that you would expand my opportunities; in that, it may Impact others  in enormous ways; in the work-as I touch & agree, and that it would make a difference in much more lives-all  to your Glory! Oh Lord help me, and let me do more for you, and the kingdom, this is my prayer, IN JESUS NAME, Amen

Saturday, April 14, 2018

Feelings & Emotions-To Cry Out!- Is The Essence of:;

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The Essence of the emotion: To Cry Out.... Big Momma, {southern nick-name for GranMA} used to say to us as kids. "The voice that 'cry out' is one in the midst of the wilderness". Such emotional utterance is to recognize the comfort that can be derived from such a release of 'utterances'. As one dig deeper {biblical exegetical interpolation} to discern such proclamation-of the expression & utterance: To Cry Out! in the wilderness..The Essence of the wisdom-To Cry Out; diminishes self; and defer to the 'Power of a Higher Authority'. It's a recognition of....The comforter; and to become aware of the help that is available to be dispensed and/or made as a bestowal upon one self-from a source greater than thy self. It is; and shall be; a manifestation that has the divine and spiritual propensity: ~To make straight the road inherent in a "Dessert-of-the-wilderness" A Wilderness! that can become a pathway to exalt valleys A Wilderness! where hills and mountains becomes a little lower A Wilderness! where a crooked road can be made to be straight And others available action of power to make rough spots into much smoother surface areas. Thus The Essence of: "To Cry Out-In The Wilderness... Source: Impending non-fiction book,"Creole Soup" Author, Steve Braxton. sbrax57@gmail.com. blog; http://sbrax-on-point.blogspot.com
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Sunday, April 8, 2018

Jesus Earthly Journey with the Twelve Disciples


Jesus Sojourn in the Earthly Realm
-Chronological Order>
Thus
JESUS Foretells his Death
-John 12:23-32

Jesus Crucified on the Cross
-Matthew 27:33-35
Jesus Down from the Cross & Burial
-Matthew 27:59-60

Jesus’ Resurrection
-Matthew 28:5-7
Evidence of Risen Jesus
-Luke 24:37-53

Jesus Death & Resurrection paved the way for”
~Another Chance-New Lease on life
~ Redemption/ Salvation/Repentance
~Name in the Lamb Book of Life
~To be restored in a “Right Relationship with the Father
Note: Embrace the biblical scriptures Gal 5:22-24 “But the fruits of the Spirit are love, joy, peace, longsuffering…..”
Focus: Isaiah 61:1-4, “The Spirit of the Lord is up on me; Because he has sent me to preach the good tidings unto the meek; he has sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives; and the opening of the prison to them are b bound, he has sent me to proclaim the acceptable Year of The Lord!, and the Day of Vengeance of Our God! {Softly…} To comfort all that/who mourn…

To appoint 2unto them that mourn in Zion, To Give unto them Beauty for ashes; the Oil of Joy! For Mourning The Garment of Praise For the Spirit of Heaviness….
That they may be called Trees of Righteous! The Planting of The Lord!

That He Might Be Glorified!

And they shall build the Old wastes, They shall Raise-Up Former Desolations of many Generations. Thus Becoming “The Repairer’s of The Breach”

Edit/compiled To Teach and Preach by: Steve Braxton
Mentor, Life Coach. Hall of Fame “Griot” In the Genre of The African Proverb
March 30, 2018 sbrax57@gb mail.com

Saturday, April 7, 2018

OH, The Joy of the current and coming Summer Months

In late April Flowers Burst into Full Bloom....
We Behold the Tapestry & Beauty nature has to offer
Which is hidden in the soil beneath all-to-fore...
 We enter May-suddenly more lipids comes forth in Full Bloom

Yesterday's opinion-is today's Truth...
It's in our tomorrow we anticipate Expectation
The wisdom of the Future is "The Connection"
Cause the Honey Bees nest-is stirred-up
PERFECT! Why?-The Month of May is Magical...
As we look to it for the "Manifestation" of 'The Summer'

Notwithstanding-April is nice...However, it's in May-We See; We Taste; and We Smell the Sweet Fragrance of the blossoming Flowers.
Then here cometh the Month of June...Bursting out all over!


Sunday, March 25, 2018

A word and Praise for Servitude-There is Blessedness to serve others


Steve Braxton commented on John Maxwell Team | A Minute With Maxwell | Free Video Opt In.
As we put God First, therein is the Quest of the journey to have the understanding-that we should learn to embrace the thought: "we must exit for others" When we do a bountiful and abundance of blessings shall be in store to flow upon us, when we have such a mind-set. Amen...
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Saturday, March 24, 2018

Action Behavior and/or Utterances in Happenstance of Life

What of the Word and/or The Expression: F.E.A.R...?
It can take on different action or behavioral Patterns {3 choices}
#1
F-False
E-Evidence
A-Appearing
R-Real
#2
F-Forget
E-Everything
A-And
R-Run
#3
F-Face
E-Everything
A-And
R-Rise
In Reflective Mode: The words of Maya Angelou "I rise.. I rise...Yes! I Rise...!

What of the action and Behavior to be "Unique"...?
Meaning: You're not like anyone, someone, everyone, or somebody else; You don't wanna be, or pretend to be; all you desire to be is.. Repeat to Self, "I Am Just Me" {Thus "The persona of 'Unique'}

Monday, March 19, 2018

Prayer Of Supplication and Spiritual Embrace...

Dear God...
I thank U for waking me up each and every morning, to see a brand new day; One I've nvr seen B 4; help me thru the day; which brings swift transitions, unexpected, ups and downs, and an enormity of conflicts and challenges. Give me the impetus of a fresh new start.

As I have the chance to walk in your divine presence & strength; and as I reflect on the purpose of my life; one that you've pre-ordained just for me.

Forgive me, dear God for my plethora of faults, and sins thru words, thoughts and deeds. I pray that you cast them in the sea-of-forgiveness. Then help me to walk closer by your side, today, tomorrow, and yes, even the days yet to come.

I pray that you help me to radiate your marvelous light into the chance oppty of everyone I'm destined to meet. It's my hope, desire and prayer-that they may see your love thru me.

Oh great; wise, and good God! I ask that you order my steps and direct my path. Because, I cannot make it through the day without you and the strong arm of protection you provides.

I love you, I adore you, I magnify and glorify you, I worship and praise your name, this is my prayer, In the Matchless Name Of Jesus! Amen.

Steve Braxton, Founder, Bishop and Presiding Prelate, National Clergy Fellow, A unit of Marketplace Outreach Ministries, Inc website:@nationalclergy.fellowship. sbrax57@gmail.com, 7301 W. 25th Street, Ste 204, North Riverside, IL 60546


Wednesday, March 14, 2018

A Word About "THE VALUE" of Fruits

Apples>Assist U to Resist Infections
BlueBerries>Give Strength to the heart
Bananas>Boost your energy levels
Cherries> Assist U to calm your nerves
Grapes>especially red one's,relaxes your blood vessels
Oranges>protects skin and help to soothe and enhance vision
Pineapples>Give relief to arthritis conditions
Strawberries, Help U to flaunt gracefully with aging....
Watermelon>have great nutritional attributes and enhance/promote better weight management

Steve Braxton, National Clergy Fellowship Outreach, Health & Wellness Practitioner, Lead Coordinator, 40 Day Daniel Lifestyle Change-Awesome Spiritual journey of Prayer, Meditation, w/focus on Biblical Scripture {Daniel 1:1-22} Benefits: detox, cleanse {colon}purify the inner being and also healing qualities are experienced along the spiritual walk and journey of life...
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Sunday, January 7, 2018

MY Belief and Relationship With God-My Source of Higher Authority

I believe in God- cause I count Him, as My Ultimate Source.
I have Faith in God as my Source of Higher Authority, Because "God Is Love". When I was a child My parents and grandparents taught and embedded in me that I belong to God, Why?, cause during those days of Jim Crow laws, in the 1960's ,which consisted of separation of the races, segregation, racism, prejudices, conflicts, challenges, encountered, that {I, & siblings} had to grapple with the manacles of the chains of severe and harsh discrimination. We had no where to turn but to go within and pray, meditate, and commune with God. This brought about inside "Joy" Peace, Deep Inner Peace, Contentment-as well as, Spiritual Balancing and Centering as the focus was on The Ultimate Power, of Grace and Mercy-The source for the Nature and Character, thus the connection to God.

Which served to sustain and allow the opportunity to overcome those inhumane CHALLENGES, CONFLICTS & OBSTACLES.

I was consistently told and reminded about the advent of the 'Ant-Christ'-{False Prophets}the one who would come to be dead set on; to deceive, steal one's joy, and bring about distractions, drama, etc, that would take away one's consciousness from-keeping God in"Front-of-Mind-Consciousness. I, and my siblings; { 10 brothers 7 sisters}were taught to beware of such folks.

We were told that we would be sure to Identify the good one's within the marvelous light vs the one's from the darker side {secular world}.We were alerted to be on the look out {as we we were told} for those who practice the 'fruits of the spirit' i.e love, Joy, Peace, Happiness, etc. These would be the one's with the attributes which consisted of the character and nature of God.

My siblings and I had come to posses the imprint of God's Spirit  within us and that would be the key for us to identify the enemy from the darker side, i.e drugs, crime ,violence, gang activity. The spirit of God provided that powerful hedge of protection to resist the those enemies of the secular world who would were destined to reek havoc in one's daily spiritual walk of life.

I, and my siblings were constantly told: "We must love each other. Because love came from God, WHY? God is Love. The Epitome of Agape Love- Is God's Inclusive. And As we learn to Love one another-it showed that we had been given, 'New life' to be equipped, empowered and readied to sacrifice and forgive others and to be forgiven...

The two commandments that I adhere to; as it is given to me; Love the atmosphere that is created for me by the source of Higher Authority, and to always Love each other because the spirit has been given to dwell within me for such attributes and traits of the humanity-of-genuine-efforts.

LOVE ABOUND TO ALL
By all means practice the 'Fruits of The Spirit" Love, Joy, Peace and Happiness....

Blessings
LUV U ALL
Steve Braxton, Mentor, Life Coach, most of Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle to nieces & nephews, relatives to cousins, and genuine friend to blended and extended families.
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