Bone Buidling Materials

Bone Lover

This vitamin-rich green smoothie contains calcium, magnesium and other bone building minerals to keep your bone strong and healthy.

• 2 bananas
• 1 handful of Swiss chard leaves, stems removed
• 1 handful of kale leaves
• 1 tsp of green Matcha powder
• 1/2 cup of homemade almond milk

Immune System Booster

Immune System Booster

Rich in vitamin A, C and zinc, this smoothie can increase the production of white blood cells and antibodies to get your body ready to resist this season’s infections.

• 1/2 c. mango cubes
• 1/2 c. cantaloupe cubes
• 1/2 c. fresh pineapple cubes
• 1/4 c. chopped pumpkin seeds
• Water, to thin

IMPORTANT INGREDIENTS NEEDED FOR SUCCESSFUL HOME

Some important ingredients needed for the success of Christian Homes. Rom.12:5 – So we, being many, are one body in Christ, and every one members one of another

·        Believes are of one flesh and blood belonging to one tribe, under the same roof, heading for the same destination

·        Just as one would correct, discipline, teach or report an erring small sister to the parents, without ever thinking of chasing her out, so must be our relationship in marriage

·        Your partner is your Spiritual blood relation which supersedes mere flesh and blood family formation

·        To have and to hold – To have may be stage-managed, holding is demanding and calls for unending adjustment – 2Pet.1:5-8

·        Time element – The best of soups require time for the various ingredients to blend properly. If we honestly refuse to quit, there is enough energy behind every Christ centered home to overcome any obstacle.

       I.            a) Human difficulty – The Bible points again and again  to the headship of the man in a Christian home setting

·        Playing the second fiddle is very demanding

·        No matter how smart, views have to be submitted

·        No matter how strong, the husband has to lead

·        No matter how frightened, he wants to call the shot

b)       Christian forgiveness – unforgiveness is likened to the umbilical chord that must be cut off; carbon dioxide that must be expelled; the bile – that would destroy the whole meat if retained. It opens one’s life to tormentors. Mtt.18:34. 

c)        Wrong Expectations – One of the biggest challenge to our homes is the unrealistic expectations which should have been realizable if Adam had not sinned

·        Always around to baby sit me

·        Around the kitchen, when I am cooking

·        Going with me to toilet

·        Reliable provider of all good things of life

·        Choice kids coming effortlessly

·        Kids in the best of schools

·        A sure defender, listener, protector and sympathizer – Heb.12:2

The rock that never fails is Christ, only a foolish runner does not plan for bends, and only the Omnipotent can be there for us always, no one else.

d)       Expectations from men – while many men care less on meeting their spouses expectations, they are very rigid with their wives performance

·        Never to grow old, always smart like when in courtship

·        Cooking with firewood yet must smell good

·        Cleaning up nappies yet must be gay

·        Given little but expected to do much

·        In great labour pains yet expected to smile

A wise man will do all necessary to harness the capabilities of these creature of wonders, human comforter, mother to baby and father, manager of resources, defender and supporter.

   II.            Winning ways – Listed are some practices that help families patterned after Christ, to excel.

·        Marital Satisfaction – while realizing that only Christ can satisfy willing hearts, it is timely to mention that “The greatest satisfaction comes from providing satisfaction for one’s partner – Ph. 2:4-7”. Turning any aspect of our marriage obligations into a weapon will only attract a return match, be it income, sex, relations, dependants, in-laws etc. Each family must come up with their own methods of getting things done and accomplished, such as – money management; house helps; projects; anti-quarrelling provisions etc.

·        Avoiding Winner takes all – It is ungodly for one to claim one is married to the spouse only. In-laws, friends, acquaintances are all part of the equation, if one would ever have lasting peace. Long throat must be avoided at all cost (Ruth 1:12-16)

·        Many women are empire builders (Territory Seekers)

·        Not a few are possessive and chases away suspected intruders

·        Many don’t know how to manage institution – like-spouses (MD; President; Finance Minister etc) – Drying woman

III.            The Place of Liberty – Liberty is one of the greatest bestowal on human beings. Nobody including Junior loves being over monitored and controlled. It is a negative practice for one to have nothing do with anyone except the spouse.

·        Couples who work together

·        Rate of divorce among Retirees

·        Affection after a short separation

·        The prodigal son’s father’s embrace – Lk.15:20

The way out of this is to study the spouse, give enough existential space for beingness, develop time consuming hobbies and try to associate on demand – at times. No partner has the power to preserve his partner but we have one that watches over our soul – Pro.21:1

 IV.            Flowing Together – The power in unity is unfattomable, no wonder our God said ‘Father keep them one – John 17:11

·        Spartan soldiers watch one another’s backs

·        Use all under your roof – Garry

·        Redistribute family routines

·        Have regular family briefing and meeting

·        Remain honest to one another

·        Learn and keep learning about the home

It is through Godly wisdom that any Christian Home can stand – Prov.24:3

    V.            Helpful hints – There’s no Almighty formula for issues in the home, however below are some helpful suggestions :

·        1.   Accept your differences, engage those that can be worked upon and square up with the rest prayerfully

·        You must talk together, your dreams, fears, aspirations, must be laid bare.

·      2.  Learn to apologize and be excited to forgive completely, the offence notwithstanding. (The Comm. Wife) Never go to sleep angry

·        3.     Treat in-laws with deep respect, no matter their statues and limitations

·        4.     Pray daily for the homes well-being, end each day as much as possible in embrace and prophetic utterances

·        5.     Remember the home is a project that must succeed to the glory of the Lord.

How to Make a Relationship Work

Communicate about anything and everything. Share your deepest thoughts, needs, wishes, hopes, and dreams. Know each other inside and out. Have deep and meaningful conversations once in a while. Discuss what's going on in your lives right now, whether social life, school life, or family life, and learn about each other’s pasts and childhoods. Celebrate accomplishments, encourage goals and ambitions, and explore each other’s values and beliefs.

Support each other. Be there through the joy, good, happy, sad, and bad times—no matter what. Be willing to provide hugs, kisses, and emotional comfort in all circumstances. If your partner resists your attempts to comfort them and declines to talk about it, you should ease off of the subject and wait until they seem to be in a better mood before returning to it. Feel like you can count on each other; be reliable and loyal, and be emotionally available when you need each other most.

Be honest with each other. A truly emotionally intimate relationship requires open and honest communication. Way of keeping secrets from your partner creates a barrier between you that limits your mutual emotional trust. Honesty can be scary, but if you want your relationship to thrive, then you both need to become comfortable discussing your feelings, insecurities, and frustrations.

Spend time together. Stay together as a couple is very important. Spend time talking with each other and going out on dates, and doing other relationship-building activities. Really get to know each other and build a connection between you that's strong and enduring.

Trust on all levels is Important. Try hard to understand and respect your differences. Share and clarify your differing perspectives, and try to empathize with each others point of view. Pressuring your partner to do something that they really don't want to do, or neglecting or abusing them (whether emotionally, verbally, physically, or sexually) undermines your ability to trust and rely on one another. You must keep your word and follow through to the fullest. You must realize that fulfilling simple, basic commitments and expectations every day lays the foundation of trust that extends to more challenging situations. You should be able to trust each other in everything, keeping private your partner's innermost secrets, fears, and struggles. When you say you'll do something it must be done.

Spend time apart. Do your own things separately once in a while. Spend time with friends and family, and by yourself pursuing hobbies and other things. Just ensure that no other relationship or pursuit crowds out your partner from being your first priority.

Be independent and keep your sense of self, never losing yourself or your voice in the relationship.

Settle disputes peacefully. Pardon, Apologize, Care, and make up with each other. Talk through disagreements as long or as many times as it takes until the issue is resolved and both of you feel comfortable moving forward.

If you threaten to break up with each other after every fight or argument, you will never really resolve anything.

Keep most things private between you. When your partner shares with you and confides in you (emotionally and physically),especially when they share something about another person; resist the urge to disclose sensitive details to anyone without permission. A relationship is between two people—you and your spouse, not anyone else. Don't involve others in intimate matters, however close you may feel to them.

 

Make maintain your relationship. Work on it. Work hard at keeping it positive, happy, healthy, and the very best it can be. Do what you can do to improve your relationship or make it healthier.