In my last post, I said that I wanted to make sure everything I said and did in regards to my new side business with Rodan and Fields would bring God glory. Whether that meant being able to share God's with someone who had never heard, praying with people for needs in their life, or using the money He blesses me with to bless others.
That's where this post comes from-
During the month of July, the pastor of our church did a sermon series called Set the Captives Free.
A big portion of it was focused on the 27 MILLION men, women, and children that are enslaved. These people are held captive through human trafficking or sexual exploitation.
It becomes so real and hits so close to home when I hear that Houston, TX is one of the largest hubs for modern day slavery in the United States. The fact that Hwy 59 runs thru Marshall and goes straight to Houston means people are probably making pit stops right in this area and all along. I might be at a gas station and see someone who is being held captive and not even give them a second glance.
This. Breaks. My. Heart.
And it might break yours. But what good is it to get emotional about something and not do anything about it?
Www.destinyrescue.org is a grassroots, internationally recognized, Christian based, non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing children from human trafficking and sexual exploitation. They help rescue the sexually exploited and enslaved, restore the abused, protect the vulnerable, empower the poor and are a voice for those that can’t speak up for themselves.
What does this post have to do with skincare?
From now until the end of the month- any purchase you make from Rodan and Fields; I will donate a portion of the earnings to destiny rescue to help an enslaved child to be rescued.
Go to my website and check out the products.
https://sbrewer1.myrandf.com/
Message me on Facebook or email me sherylrabrewer@gmail.com if you have questions regarding anything.
Lets pray. Lets get involved. Lets get the word out there about the 27 million men, women, and children that are being held captive.
Sunday, August 18, 2013
Thursday, July 25, 2013
praying through life's adventures
So, I leaped into something that is SO unlike things I usually even consider doing. I joined Rodan+Fields Dermotologists as an Independent Consulant. And there are some ways I would like for you to pray me through this journey!
How does this make me feel? OH MY GOODNESS- SO nervous! This is wayyy out of my comfort zone!!!
So Why did I do it then?? A few reasons:
My face hasn't been loving the Mary Kay that I've loved for so long so I was trying to decide if I shoud try something else. Once I started talking to a consultant about the business, I was pretty much in.
It's a very ground level company and is suppose to be very easy to succeed. I've NEVER been one to try and sell or promote things. But, like I was told..."I can wash my face and talk about it!
Before I even decided to take the plunge and commit, I was sharing with Kyle what
was on my heart and the OTHER REASONS why this sounded like a neat opporutnity to me....
We both went to ETBU and he his going to grad school there right now. THAT is alot of money!! haha I would love to be able to pay off student loans faster than we are able to do right now...but more importantly, I can't even express how many times in the last few days I have prayed that any money I might make through this, that I don't want to think of it as "our" money. "Our money to do with what we want and get more things." I am constantly praying that I won't be consumed by thoughts of "oh, we could do this or that!!" I know that is so easy to do and have been so guilty of that thought so many times.
SO at the beginning I said there were ways I would LOVE for your prayer ... You should had to read other stuff before this part... :)
I would love for you to pray with us through this journey. I would love to know that you are praying that other than paying off debt, we would be obedient with any extra money that God chooses to bless us with. I pray that we would be able to bless others all because we have been blessed. I am praying that I wouldn't do this for me or us, but that I would bring glory to God through everything I say and do.
:)
Here is a plug for it all:
Feel free to check out my website http://sbrewer1.myrandf.com or www.rodanandfields.com Or just message me if you want more details about anything. I can also let you know how to get 10% off and free shipping.
How does this make me feel? OH MY GOODNESS- SO nervous! This is wayyy out of my comfort zone!!!
So Why did I do it then?? A few reasons:
My face hasn't been loving the Mary Kay that I've loved for so long so I was trying to decide if I shoud try something else. Once I started talking to a consultant about the business, I was pretty much in.
It's a very ground level company and is suppose to be very easy to succeed. I've NEVER been one to try and sell or promote things. But, like I was told..."I can wash my face and talk about it!
Before I even decided to take the plunge and commit, I was sharing with Kyle what
was on my heart and the OTHER REASONS why this sounded like a neat opporutnity to me....
We both went to ETBU and he his going to grad school there right now. THAT is alot of money!! haha I would love to be able to pay off student loans faster than we are able to do right now...but more importantly, I can't even express how many times in the last few days I have prayed that any money I might make through this, that I don't want to think of it as "our" money. "Our money to do with what we want and get more things." I am constantly praying that I won't be consumed by thoughts of "oh, we could do this or that!!" I know that is so easy to do and have been so guilty of that thought so many times.
SO at the beginning I said there were ways I would LOVE for your prayer ... You should had to read other stuff before this part... :)
I would love for you to pray with us through this journey. I would love to know that you are praying that other than paying off debt, we would be obedient with any extra money that God chooses to bless us with. I pray that we would be able to bless others all because we have been blessed. I am praying that I wouldn't do this for me or us, but that I would bring glory to God through everything I say and do.
:)
Here is a plug for it all:
Feel free to check out my website http://sbrewer1.myrandf.com or www.rodanandfields.com Or just message me if you want more details about anything. I can also let you know how to get 10% off and free shipping.
Sunday, July 7, 2013
remembering india
So I was sitting out on the front porch reading, enjoying my Sunday afternoon when the cool breeze stopped and all that was left was still, quiet, warm air. Something about the still, warm air brought India to my mind. I looked out and then kept reading. Afew minutes later it happened again, but this time, the air smelled different. Someone is burning leaves down the road, so it filled the air with smoke. The smoke mixed with the quietness of my front porch made me unable to shake the thoughts of India. When we weren't at the school teaching or seeing one of the many waterfalls or shopping with Rani...we would be at their house...usually reading. In the afternoons, the electricity would usually be out and it would be still and quiet in the house. An occasional breeze would blow that would send the smell of smoke or a different odd smell throughout the house. Much like happened just a few minutes ago.
The two different times I was there are treasured thoughts and are the people I met I hold dear to my heart. The first time I left, I knew without a doubt, that I would be back...and sure enough, the next summer when Isaac met us at the airport, it felt like I had never left. Everything was so different, but everywhere I went there were people... who with very few I could actually communicate with... but there were people that I longed to get to know. To catch a glimpse into their way of doing life. Sure, there were things that frustrtated me about the culture I was experiencing...but there is so much that frustrates me about the culture I live in also. There are problems and issues everywhere, but one thing that reigns true is those who HOPE in God have confidence to face the problems and issues that come along in life. Whether that be life in Tirunelvei, India or life in _______ (you fill in the blank)
And so as I sit here on the porch typing away I can't help but know and be comforted by the promises that God is good and he loves His children. He won't ever leave us. He cares far more about us than anyone on this earth possibly could. Earth being here and earth being on the other side of the world. He doesn't love me any more or any less because I live in America. His love is constant.
The two different times I was there are treasured thoughts and are the people I met I hold dear to my heart. The first time I left, I knew without a doubt, that I would be back...and sure enough, the next summer when Isaac met us at the airport, it felt like I had never left. Everything was so different, but everywhere I went there were people... who with very few I could actually communicate with... but there were people that I longed to get to know. To catch a glimpse into their way of doing life. Sure, there were things that frustrtated me about the culture I was experiencing...but there is so much that frustrates me about the culture I live in also. There are problems and issues everywhere, but one thing that reigns true is those who HOPE in God have confidence to face the problems and issues that come along in life. Whether that be life in Tirunelvei, India or life in _______ (you fill in the blank)
And so as I sit here on the porch typing away I can't help but know and be comforted by the promises that God is good and he loves His children. He won't ever leave us. He cares far more about us than anyone on this earth possibly could. Earth being here and earth being on the other side of the world. He doesn't love me any more or any less because I live in America. His love is constant.
Thursday, March 21, 2013
that time of year...
During this time of year there are so many- "it's that time of the year when..." So here goes:
My class this yr is so sweet and so funny. Some years you have those classes that just mesh and this is one of those years. It's one of those yrs that I come home with some kind of story (usually funny) every day. It's at this time of yr that I start thinking back to the beginning of the yr to where they are now and I'm so amazed at how far they have come! The ones who couldn't write their name or who couldn't recognize any letters or sounds are now writing stories and reading books! No wonder the beginning of each yr seems so rough bc of how far the kiddos come throughout the year
It's also the time of the year when most of them are starting to lose teeth and I'm reading Junie B. Jones and the Toothless Wonder. They are starting to understand her humor and they laugh so hard when I'm reading it that I have to frequently stop so they can hear the next part I read.
It's that time of the year when there are starting to be teacher "freak outs" and a little anxiety thinking that they have to be on a certain level in {5 weeks} for testing and then a few weeks after that grades are due for the end of the year report card. I know how far each of them have come and in my eyes they are all shining stars and I couldn't be more proud of how hard they have worked. There are also those decisions and tough conversations with parents about which babes just aren't quite ready to move up to 1st grade yet.
It's that time of the year when a precious one hasn't come back after spring break and it just hurts my hurt and I want that sweet child to walk into the classroom tomorrow so I can give a huge hug and know that the darling is in a happy and safe environment when in my classroom.
Those feelings happen because {it's that time of the year when} I love each of these children so much. Yes, we get tired of one another at times, some days I feel like a song on repeat, and sometimes our days are just "off" but I wouldn't trade their excitement and love for their for anything. We become a big, crazy, happy, chaotic family as the school year goes on. and. i.love.it!!
Some people think teachers only teach so we can have summers and other holidays off...but I know I could not do it if it were for that. There is a love and passion that drives each day. God has placed me with each of my 21 kinders for a reason and I wouldn't trade it for anything!
from- the heart of a teacher :)
My class this yr is so sweet and so funny. Some years you have those classes that just mesh and this is one of those years. It's one of those yrs that I come home with some kind of story (usually funny) every day. It's at this time of yr that I start thinking back to the beginning of the yr to where they are now and I'm so amazed at how far they have come! The ones who couldn't write their name or who couldn't recognize any letters or sounds are now writing stories and reading books! No wonder the beginning of each yr seems so rough bc of how far the kiddos come throughout the year
It's also the time of the year when most of them are starting to lose teeth and I'm reading Junie B. Jones and the Toothless Wonder. They are starting to understand her humor and they laugh so hard when I'm reading it that I have to frequently stop so they can hear the next part I read.
It's that time of the year when there are starting to be teacher "freak outs" and a little anxiety thinking that they have to be on a certain level in {5 weeks} for testing and then a few weeks after that grades are due for the end of the year report card. I know how far each of them have come and in my eyes they are all shining stars and I couldn't be more proud of how hard they have worked. There are also those decisions and tough conversations with parents about which babes just aren't quite ready to move up to 1st grade yet.
It's that time of the year when a precious one hasn't come back after spring break and it just hurts my hurt and I want that sweet child to walk into the classroom tomorrow so I can give a huge hug and know that the darling is in a happy and safe environment when in my classroom.
Those feelings happen because {it's that time of the year when} I love each of these children so much. Yes, we get tired of one another at times, some days I feel like a song on repeat, and sometimes our days are just "off" but I wouldn't trade their excitement and love for their for anything. We become a big, crazy, happy, chaotic family as the school year goes on. and. i.love.it!!
Some people think teachers only teach so we can have summers and other holidays off...but I know I could not do it if it were for that. There is a love and passion that drives each day. God has placed me with each of my 21 kinders for a reason and I wouldn't trade it for anything!
from- the heart of a teacher :)
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