EYES OF FAITH MAGAZINE-WINTER 2010 IS HERE!

Living with Greater Intention was the title that emanated months ago when I began to think about our second edition of Eyes of Faith Magazine. I knew it was no accident because God was being busy conveying that message! When I read scripture, listened to NPR, spoke to students, glanced at highway billboards, stopped and listened closely to lyrics, read St. Augustine’s prayers, discovered an uplifting website, the “intentionality” for living faith filled lives and impacting others for greater good was there.


Prayers of Saint Augustine:
God of life, there are days when the burdens we carry chafe our shoulders and wear us down; when the road seems dreary and endless, the skies gray and threatening; when our lives have no music in them and our hearts are lonely, and our souls have lost their courage. Flood the path with light, we beseech you; turn our eyes to where the skies are full of promise.
(From Prayers of the Saints: An Inspired Collection of Holy Wisdom, ed. Woodeene Koenig-Bricker - San Francisco: Harper Collins, 1996)
http://www.wf-f.org/StAugustine.html


So I realized it was no mistake what God had planted in my spirit! When you think about all of the accomplished folks in your personal circles and in the world, what comes to mind about their character and calling? Is it their dogged persistence, their resolve that no matter what life flings their way it won’t hinder their mission? Is it their demeanor, faith, prayer life, outstanding creativity, insight, amazing, wisdom, wit, fortitude-what exactly is it? In my estimation it may be a combination of those traits! Certainly it’s personal, plain and simple! God has planted something deep down within them and it can’t be fettered. God has fashioned them to move from the fray, battle if they must but not wallow in the ashes of discontent, but to instead rise like a phoenix, hearts singed and surely better for the trial. Thank God for their fortitude and sticktoitiveness. Yes, it’s a blessed gift to live with greater intention.


So my friends without a doubt each of the selections you peruse in this second issue of Eyes of Faith Magazine know that the featured person’s life experience is verdant with promise and they are vigilant about their calls in life. We salute each of them for their wonderful endeavors. Learn of their passions and take heart as you too fix your gaze with eyes of faith. Go on and live life on purpose and with greater passion. We wish you God’s continued blessings now and in the coming year 2011.


Revived & Overjoyed!

Linda Mose Meadows, Urban Views Weekly Columnist and Inspirational Author of: The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises and Co-publisher of Eyes of Faith Magazine

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TRANSFORMATIVE YARDSTICKS!

Photography by Linda Mose Meadows~

First photo, I'm standing underneathe tree! Capturing Beauty of Fall Foliage during my lunch walk. "Hampton Leaves 2 2010

Second photo taken as we strolled through grounds on Chautauqua's grounds.

“Chautauqua 2010”



(yärd'stĭk')
n. A graduated measuring stick one yard in length.
1. A test or standard used in measurement, comparison, or judgment. See synonyms at standard.
http://www.answers.com/topic/yardstick

November 18th was my last post. I thought to myself, “What in the World!” This was the stark reality that I had fallen off my weekly blogging wagon. Sobering life events, heavy workloads, hurried weekends, and fatigue pulled me away from this joyful activity of recounting God’s goodness. But I’m feeling empowered, energetic and so much better!



Thank God! I endeavor to get back in the saddle. Have you been there and done that? Allowed situations, cluttered thoughts, personalities to get in the way of your intended mission? Thank goodness that I hadn’t stopped writing all together, just not consistently blogging at my normal pace. But it's a fact that life can really drain and hinder progress if we aren’t alert! I wonder if our spirits shout, “Warning, warning alien experience ahead; do not yield!”

What are the yardsticks that you use to measure your personal progressions? Your promising health prognosis, surviving the family dynamics, the accomplished work day rituals, the private victories, abounding the public hurdles, relief from the absence of the struggle, the long awaited promotion, the peace wrangled, the renewed confidence, the joy reborn?



So many “yardsticks” to measure our lives! Thank goodness for restoration, today mine came in the form of a nap. Yesterday, it was concluding my season of working at the university. I am approaching a new season and concluding another. This is another transformative moment. It’s been a whirlwind of activities and if I hadn’t paid attention I would have missed out on my own milestones. What am I speaking about you wonder? It seems to me that often we are so busy living, being active that we miss out on the bigger picture, the important things of life.

Not too long ago I marveled at our friend’s an awesome photography of the fall foliage with the beautiful blue sky of Virginia as the backdrop. It was an excellent photo; the leaves were a kaleidoscope, a splendid tapestry of Mother Nature’s handy-work. Well Father Time stepped in and almost commandeered my window of opportunity to do as my friend and appreciate the wonderful of nature through my camera lens. In the nick of time the trees weren’t yet threadbare, a remnant of leaves remained. It taught me a real lesson of the importance in paying attention to the actual moments, people and activities that occupy the space I encompass. Let me encourage you friends not to loose focus by missing out on the presence of NOW- the present gifts of roaring laughter, completed assignments, scrumptious meals, connections with loved ones and answered prayers.

Below are some photos and links of aha moments recently experienced that were surely yardsticks that measure the quality of my life and cause me to realize that I very much am alive and well. To God be the glory for his loving kindness and infinite wisdom. He has once again provided me a life line complete with His reservoir of love, life, hope and promise. Get your rest my friends, then get busy celebrating your life experiences, surely you to hold a divine yardstick. Remember God’s love is immeasurable!

SHARING SEVERAL OF MY RECENT YARDSTICKS OF GOD’S COMPLETE LOVE!

The love of family and friends gets us through the rough patches and gardens of life!

Photography by Linda Mose Meadows~“Hampton Leaves 2010”


Standing under the trees and walking through the fall leaves was truly a treat. Witnessing this beauty was awe inspiring and to think the next day the weather drastically changed. The dramatic drop in temperature changed the landscape. What a difference a day makes.

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Creating a billboard in honor of my friend was the least I could do!
Writing for the International Review of African American Art about Chappelle Letman was such a joy. Finally he stood in our back door! His work was exhibited in Hampton, Va. He honored us with his presence and loving spirit! How wonderful!
A remarkable sculptor with eyes of faith! http://www.values.com/your-billboards/3250

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WE ARE CELEBRATING THE LAUNCHING OF EYES OF FAITH MAGAZINE TODAY!

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Literally Making A Difference and Capturing the Goodness of God!

Eyes of Faith Magazine published and launched

by Richard D. Meadows, Jr. and Linda Mose Meadows

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I had opportunity to see Jonathan Butler! His music ministers to us about God's distict love ! He's been a favorite of mine for a very long time. I kid you not-when I was invited by a dear friend to attend a jazz concert, I didn't hesitate to say I'd attend. Not aware of who the artists would be, I knew it would be a change of pace from my standard workweeks. Oh my friends, what await me that evening was again powerful and transformative. I was pinching myself with other concert goers of The Dave Koz and Friends Christmas Concert held at the Ferguson Center for the Arts. What an amazing experience to see and actually chat with JONATHAN BUTLER! TRULY ANOINTED ! Thank God for wonderful friends! This was a super duper Christmas gift!

We Need You Lord by Jonathan Butler





Ephesians 3

14 For this reason I kneel before the Father, 15from whom his whole familya in heaven and on earth derives its name. 16 I pray that out of his glorious riches he may strengthen you with power through his Spirit in your inner being, 17 so that Christ may dwell in your hearts through faith. And I pray that you, being rooted and established in love, 18 may have power, together with all the saints, to grasp how wide and long and high and deep is the love of Christ, 19 and to know this love that surpasses knowledge—that you may be filled to the measure of all the fullness of God.
20 Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, 21 to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen.

Revived & Overjoyed!

Linda Mose Meadows, Urban Views Weekly Columnist and Inspirational Author of: The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises and Co-publisher of Eyes of Faith Magazine

http://blessednessofbelieving.blogspot.com/

http://blessedauthorlm.wordpress.com/

http://eyesoffaithmagazine.blogspot.com/

EYES OF FAITH ~ 2010 FALL~ SPECIAL FEATURES

Eyes of Faith Publishers: Rev. Richard D. Meadows, Jr. and Linda Mose Meadows , Inspirational Author and Columnist

1 Corinthians 2:9 (New International Version)
However, as it is written: "No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him"[a]—

It’s time to take your heart’s desire off the shelf! Dream Big! Stay determined/focued as you watch God work it out in your favor! Be further motivated to grasp your dreams, never letting go as you navigate your divinely planned dreamscape. Come and join, celebrate others who dare to believe, their accounts and vocations will spur you on! We'd love to hear from you regarding this premier publication of: The Eyes of Faith Magazine! What's in view for you?
God is a prayer away, get in touch with the living source!

"Have faith to complete that dreamscape that you’ve tucked neatly on the shelf, way back in your heart’s desire…Be bold go and get it! "


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HERE'S A GLIMPSE AT

SOME FASCINATING FEATURING
from our
Premier September 2010

Issue of:

EYES OF FAITH

Visit these articles:

Family Sojourn: Tribute to Lucille Clifton

REMARKABLE CHAUTAUQUA A SOUL AWAKENING EXPERIENCE!

Chappell Letman Has Inner Vision

BLESSINGS DELAYED,
ARE NOT BLESSINGS DENIED!

Linda’s Picks
On The Flip Side with Nikkea Smithers and
Invisible Woman




Blessed Family Genealogy




The Workout Doctor Is In!

Eva’s Bakeshop

Six Socially Conscious Companies
Changing The World

We’re In Good Company

with Marian
Edward Shakir’s Trinity Enterprises and
other movers and shakers!

Kudos to our stellar literary contributor's: Richard D. Meadows Jr., John O. Mose, Jr. , Drusilla Pair, Linda Pate, Anna Forge and Eva Hedouville! Thanks for being a part of this amazing journey, and especially for being living examples of faith in action, your eyes of faith motivate us to never stop belieiving BELIEVING! God bless you!

Expressing Thanksgiving & Joy!

Linda Mose Meadows, Author & Inspirational Columnist:

The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises

http://blessednessofbelieving.blogspot.com/
http://blessedauthorlm.wordpress.com/

Eyes of Faith Magazine Launching!

CELEBRATING THE LAUNCHING OF EYES OF FAITH MAGAZINE!

Eyes of Faith Magazine Cover~ Fall 2010 Issue published by: Richard D. Meadows, Jr. and Linda Mose Meadows


EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE TO THOSE WHO BELIEVE.

Mark 9:23


We hope you will share this good news with your friends and family, and of course enjoy this publication:

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and

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Your comments and feedback are welcome.

Without God none of this would be possible! WE THANK HIM, WE PRAISE HIM!

It’s A Wonderful Day!

Sharing in Faith,Linda Mose Meadows, Urban Views Weekly Richmond Times-Dispatch's Inspirational Columnist and Inspirational Author of: The Blessedness of Believing A Devotional Journey of Life’s Lessons and God’s Promises
http://blessednessofbelieving.blogspot.com/

http://blessedauthorlm.wordpress.com/