“Who Are You?”

If you had read my Blog form June 2009 (“Security In Cyberspace”) you would note that there is a growing concern over “Social Networking” and it’s rightfully so; yet there are positive aspects to an old song – “Make new friends but keep the old. One is silver and the other gold”.

I’ve met some very wonderful new acquaintances ‘face-to-face’ from my social network circles. People that I have prayed for, encouraged or have something in common with, have become new friends that are tangibly accessible. I’ve encountered old comrades from school, other writers and businessmen, celebrities, and the computer has added new meaning to “small groups” within a church’s internet network.

But please, update your photo (at least every 6 months) so that I won’t be caught with my mouth gaping open from what I see before me. Either the person is heavier than their picture; has less hair; has more wrinkles; or is not the person (or thing) that you’ve been viewing the whole time that you’ve been conversing online. Beware of those persons who don’t resemble anyone else in their ‘pics’ or who doesn’t show themselves at all. Remember that the Word of God still says, 16Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves. Mat. 10

When meeting someone for the first time I have my husband with me and I don’t compromise our safety by choosing a meeting place that is not public or well lit; no matter if it’s a male or female (yes, I do watch CSI and anything is possible). Trust – Believe – Receive! Be Blessed in Order to Be a Blessing and “Fear Not”
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Ms. “V”
Ms. “V”s Official Website

“Put On Your “No-Fear” Gear”

“A thousand shall fall at thy side, and ten thousand at thy right hand; but it shall not come nigh thee. There shall no evil befall thee, neither shall any plague come nigh thy dwelling. For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways.” Psalm 91:7, 10-11

Syphilis, Cholera, Smallpox, Influenza, Poliomyelitis, Measles, Mumps, Rubellla, Diphtheria, Pertussis, Anthrax, Botulism, Hepatitis, Typhoid Fever, Tuberculosis, whooping Cough, German Measles, Trichomoniasis, Malaria, Plague, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, Hepatitis A, B & C, Tetanus, Meningococcal Meningitis, Ebola, Dysentery, Bird Flu and yes ever Legionnaires Disease which occurred in Philadelphia, Penna. around July 1976 (I was actually living there at the time). These are some of the infectious diseases that have plagued some people in the United States and abroad recently since 1950. Some have been eradicated while others still creep up every now and then; yet, we overcome by the “blood of the Lamb” and there was no need for panic.

Then there are some diseases that are not contagious, yet can be deadly to those who succumb to any of the following ailments: Cancer, Asthma, Tobacco, Alcohol, Narcotics, Heart or Mental Health issues, Diabetes, Lyme disease, Chohn’s disease, Parkinsons and Lew Garrett diseases – just to mention a few.

While scientists are looking for a cure to the latest disease (Swine Flu), Christians continue to have the reassurance that Jesus Christ has promised His beloved followers the safety from any or all of the conditions listed in this piece. Who knew that the Blog that I wrote on “Germs” (see Blog July 31, 2008 @ http://www.victoriapoller.com/) would be so significant today.

During this time caution is necessary. Be wise and continue to wash your hands, use hand sanitizer or wet wipes on you and your family (I’ve seen too many women leave a public restroom without washing their hands – That’s just Nasty!) And, as heard on the “Today Show”, cough into the fold of your arm instead of your hand. Handkerchiefs are just not sanitary. Don’t sneeze on others. And above all - don’t be led into fear.

As believers we still should Trust in His Word, Believe that what He has said, He is able to perform, and Receive the healing touch from His hands and continue to use wisdom. If you don’t have the faith of God, and believe in His loving protection, then please use the suggested safety alternatives that you should be able to ‘lean on’ for awhile ;)

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

What Recession Are YOU Talking About?

“And He said unto them, “Why are ye so fearful? How is it that ye have no faith?”

Let’s take a look at some of the examples why the United States (and some people in foreign countries) isn’t doing too shabby economically. There’s money out there in ‘them there hills’. “For every beast of the forest is mine, and the cattle upon a thousand hills.” Psalm 50:10

Check with your local Chamber o f Commerce and take note that even though some businesses may be closing, other people with a dream are attempting to make their dreams come true. And did you recently read about “Mysterious Woman, Leaves ₤9,000 in Church Collection” or “Mystery Donors Give Over $45M to 9 Universities”?

Plastic surgeons are still injecting ‘Botox’ and they’re in business for a ‘nip/tuck’ here and there. Nail & hair salons may not have as many customers as times past, but have you noticed any “Going Out of Business” signs on their doors?

Just look at Television. Shows still have commercials that pay out thousands of dollars for a one minute shot at millions of viewers. Game shows continue to give out cash and prizes to the ‘next’ contestant. The rest of the entertainment industry (movies and DVD’s) are being released every weekend. Recording artists are still selling their wares to people like you and me.

How about a ‘Show’ with your dinner? They’re still available for your viewing pleasure. Restaurants aren’t all ‘going–out-of-business’. McDonalds, Wendy’s, KFC and Burger King are still some of the fast food giants here and abroad. Don’t forget that Mickey, Goofy & Cinderella continue to sell tickets to their worlds and Shamu is waiting to see you.

NASCAR, baseball, golf, ice skating and all sorts of sports still have sponsors that give them money to continue their recreations and people are still filling the seats through ticket sales. Have you noticed that Casinos still in business along with your local “lotto” distribution center? Cruise ships may not be sailing as often as they use too, but the ships are still moving across the seas. Bars are continually serving beer, wine & liquors while Cigarette smokers are still puffing away and paying an extra tax while smoke gets in their eyes, hair, clothes lungs (thank God that second-hand smoke is being eradicated). If you think “American Idol” is out of reach then your local “Karaoke” will audition you. These businesses are still in operation.

“Fortune” magazine is still publishing insightful material because they have people (who are still making money) to write about. When you open a magazine or newspaper; you may be amazed to still see advertisements. And yes, even books are still making their way off the shelves and into reader’s hands (see “Where Did That Come From? – Revised” and “Bent But Not Broken” [a little commercial break, thank you]).

My question to you is: If other people are prosperous, and you and I are the children of the Most High God who has given us talents to get wealth (Deut. 8:18 But thou shalt remember the LORD thy God: for it is he that giveth thee power to get wealth, that he may establish his covenant which he sware unto thy fathers, as it is this day); then why should we be concerned about a RECESSION? Do as I have chosen to do - opt out. It doesn’t concern you.

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

Helpers, One To Another

I Kings 17:9-16

There has been recent controversy about patronizing “black owned” businesses. I’m not condoning one race over another, yet I am saying that we, as Christians, should try to support other Christians who are in business (we support the ‘sinner’ each and every day – [OK. If the retailer isn’t a ‘saint’ then what is he/she?]).

In New Mexico, I published a “Christian Businessmen’s Directory”. It was difficult to find people who were willing to “own-up” to serving Christ and then getting them to invest in the advertising venture. The magazines were distributed at no cost to anyone, and especially to church attendees. The point was to encourage customers of Christlikeness to engage with each other.

In February, my church of a couple thousand members was offered the opportunity to visit a couple (4) of Christian businesses within a months time frame and receive a little discount or gift within a certain time frame. After visiting two of the businesses, it was hurtful to discover that each place had only four visitors from my home church (Oh, and I haven’t forgotten the “small local theater” group or the CD launch during tropical depression Fay).

The reason that this touched my heart is because I was once a retail shop owner who would have loved the support of “church family, friends & acquaintances” (read “Bent But Not Broken” by Victoria Thomas Poller).

You may not need every product or service supplied by all Christian retailers (yet you never know when you may need a good plumber, butcher, baker, candlestick maker, mechanic, domestic engineer, author, or plastic surgeon), but if you could stop by that person’s business and make a minimal purchase and tell someone else about your experience; then our Christian brothers and sisters will be blessed by you, and you will be an agent in fulfilling the scripture of Luke 6:38 “Give, and it shall be given unto you; good measure, pressed down, and shaken together, and running over, shall men give into your bosom. For with the same measure that ye mete withal it shall be measured to you again.” It’s a win/win for everyone and remember that you may decide to branch out on your own (nevertheless with the prompting of the Holy Spirit) and you’ll desire others to stop by and buy.

Trust – Believe – Receive

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

Trust – Believe – Receive??? What’s the Deal???

“Time Is Tight”, remember that song? Check it out on my ‘myspace’ page (Boy, did I have a challenge with that new music player) (http://www.victoriapoller.com/). I had to take a little time for a Blog and a “Praise Report”.

God is faithful! All you’ve got to do is “hang-in-there” and don’t quit. The last week in February of 2009, we sold our house in New Mexico. Remember the Blog in February entitled “Recession Free”? Well, we’re a testament that there is No Recession for the children who honor God and keep Him in high esteem (“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths.” Prov. 3:5-6).

We are taking our time in looking for a new home here in Florida. God has kept us since October 2007 and since he is faithful to His Word, He’ll keep us a few more months and then some ;) Didn’t I tell you that all you had to do is: Trust – Believe – Receive? Sometimes the wait may seem a little long and the storms that you sometimes must endure may seem enormous, but as in “Bent But Not Broken” (one of my new books), God is on time and He’s always with us.

So, if God is not respecter of any particular person, then won’t you do like I do, and put the “ball in God’s court” – He’s the captain of the team and He doesn’t loose; and neither will you. Thank you Jesus ;) TBR

God Bless,

Ms. “V”
http://www.victoriapoller.com/

Oops, I forgot to Post in March; Sorry ;(

Weekly Tip:

You go to contact one of your Credit Card Agencies and you’re having a tough time. They ask you for your 12 digit account number. Save yourself some time: Do not put that number in. Either put in all 0’s or another number 12 times. Reason being, all they’re going to do is ask you for your number again once you get a real person. Also, if you call an automated system and the system prompts you to press #1 for …, #2 for … etc.; either press “0” or say, “assistance” or “associate”. Repeat these procedures until you get a ‘human voice’ on the line.

PNP – “People Need Prayer”

Hope imagines the Reality of Faith

God protects Babies & Fools – Which one are you?

“Expect the Best, while preparing for the Worst” – Don’t be caught unprepared for anything.

From the heart of: Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

“V”s Views on Blogging

Absence does make the heart grow fonder.” The preceding statement above is the reason why I stopped Blogging on my sites more than every month as I now do. I also found that looonnggg Blogs were unpopular. So instead of not getting any ‘comments’ or ‘kudos’ from anyone reading my works – I decided to put some of my extended works in paperback. This is just a thought that doesn’t really need a kudo or a reply.

Pursue You Dreams. Give forth what God would have for YOU to deliver & Please Be Blessed & Continue to Be Inspired.

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

TRUST – BELIEVE - RECEIVE

Below is a prayer that our Pastor Bishop George Davis gave to our church family; Faith Christian Center, www.fccjax.com on Jan. 15, 2009.
My belief is that it will benefit anyone who can take the time to believe on Him.

“RECESSION FREE…LIVING IN VICTORY”
1.15.09
“As the Seed of Abraham I am blessed by God through the Blood of Jesus Christ! The most valuable possession ever, was paid to cancel out every sin, sickness, pain, debt, depression, and obstruction that I could ever face.

As a believer, I CHOOSE not to participate in this earthly recession. Instead I CHOOSE abundance, overflow, and increase in the face of a worldwide economic crisis. I DECLARE that all of my needs are met. I am free from debt. And, I have sooooo much more to put in store. I DECLARE that I won’t live in a place called ‘lack’. Instead, I live on Increase Boulevard where there is no need He can’t supply. My God took care of Isaac in a time of famine and He’s doing the same for me. He provided for Israel in a wilderness and He’s doing the same for me. I expect to do better during this season than any other season of my life. And, I promise that I will shine forth the Glory of God to let a dark world know that my God is the Most High God.

I am filled with the Glory of God. Therefore, I outshine any darkness that persists in the world around me. Since my blessings do not originate from this earth, I am not bound to prosper nor receive according to what this earth dictates. My God supplies all my needs according to His riches in Glory by Christ Jesus. I am Blessed!! I CHOOSE to receive God’s best. I CHOOSE to live for God, because He is my source and not this world. I CHOOSE life and not death. I CHOOSE to overcome every situation that arises by leaps and bounds. I DOMINATE!! I CHOOSE to dream and achieve according to my faith. Sorry looks back; worry looks around; but as a Blood-Bought member of the body of Christ, I CHOOSE to look up to the most High God. As the blessed of the Lord, I CHOOSE to win at all times in Jesus’ Name!! Amen and So Be It!!”

We all are in areas or degrees of blessing fulfillment. We all are expecting (or should be) whatever it is that we have asked God for. My charge to you is: “Never give up – Never surrender (to the devil) [Yes, that was part of a line from a movie]. All you have to do is hang out, do what you need to do and TBR.

Love of Christ,
Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com

Happy What?

Today is January 10, 2009. It is only ten days since we welcomed in the New Year. So why is it that no one says, “Happy New Year” anymore? On January first and maybe on the second, we bid each other a prosperous look towards the future. Well, why not continue to bestow greetings of great expectations until maybe “Happy Valentines Day rolls around?

Try it! Continue to say, “Happy New Year” to the grocery clerk, to your doctor, to your hairdresser & manicurist and yes, even to someone you don’t know who passes you by in the street or up a WalMart aisle. You will be amused to see the smiles and maybe a few puzzled looks of confusion and the surprised, “I can say Happy New Year this late in Jan. It’s alright”.

Happy New Year Ya’ll
Ms. “V”
Ms."V" website

Even though the world is in a “recession”, we as Christian believers, have no connection with it. Continue to pray for those who do not know Christ and all that He does for us. Amen!

(Instead of weekly Blogs – Please feel free to view my archive Blogs on my Myspace, Shoutlife, Writers Interrupted, My Word Of Faith or www.victoriapoller.com . My two books will be released soon and I will continue to Blog occasionally with thoughts from above – Stay tuned.)

Welcome Little One

“She smells so good!” I can put Johnson’s Baby lotion ™ on me and ‘blah’, but on Serenity it is better than any of my fine expensive perfumes. Having a baby around again is so sweet.
Serenity Danielle is our first grandchild and she is a blessing from our Lord. She’s only a little over a week old but she’s such an advanced child and I’m not being prejudice. This baby took to breast feeding as if it was her only means of nourishment (oops – it is ;). I know that people brag about their children and grandchildren, but she ‘coos’ instead of crys. Her disposition is very peaceful as her name implies. We’ve only seen a tear in her eyes a couple of times and the problem be it poop, pee, a bubble, or a need to snuggle – she’s the focus at that time. No, I am not yearning for another child myself (no Immaculate Conception here) because I am thankful that my factory is still closed while the playground remains open.

Well, I must get back to (or should I say that, “I desire to get back to”) my writing and having a baby in the home is a soothing, calming experience to the spirit, soul and body. Enjoy your pre-holiday festivities and stay Blessed to Be a Bigger Blessing.

Ms. “V”
www.victoriapoller.com