God Created us to be Vegan!

 Written by Netisha Alie-Grant 

(Author of Inspirational Book Walking a Two-Way Street) 

To all the meat lovers and carefree eaters, I have news for you; God created us to be vegan! Yes I said it! 

Listen to Podcast Here!

What does it mean to be Vegan? It simply means eating plants only; the complete exclusion of animal products from your diet. 

Let’s look at the biblical reference for this statement. In Genesis 1:29:30 God states; “ 29 So God said, “Behold, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is on the surface of the entire earth, and every tree which has fruit yielding seed; it shall be food for you; 30 and to all the animals on the earth and to every bird of the air and to everything that moves on the ground—to everything in which there is the breath of life—I have given every green plant for food”; and it was so [because He commanded it].”

The Food, which is sometimes referred to as “meat” in other versions of the scriptures, that God initially created us to consume was plants. Not just humans but also animals as well. It is with little wonder why “gladiators” diet was plant based so much so that even great actor Arnold Schwarzenegger researched and practiced this meal plan. 

This way of eating is great for us and can heal us from a number of physical and mental illness if done right. Another popular name which supports this Dr Sebi and the Daniel Fast.

If we compare a “balanced diet” with a Vegan Diet we will see that the only difference is animal products. However we are still required to eat more plants (fruits and veggies, legumes, herbs and spices) than this addition. 

So as we plan our Christmas dinners, perhaps knowledge of this revelation that has been laying in Genesis 1 can truly direct us into creating better meal plans for the new year! 

God’s original plan was for us to eat plants and perhaps this plan is still the very best one for us to live happier and healthier lives. Let’s explore it and find out, shall we? We may just heal ourselves from ailments and unwanted weight. #Hintladies?   #CestBonSoundsGood 

Can I speak your Love Language?

 Written by Netisha Alie-Grant 

(Author of Inspirational Book; Walking a Two-Way Street) 

Gary Chapman wrote a book entitled: The Five Love Languages. Though I know that as complex organisms we humans cannot fit into a “box,” I truly believe that there are principles in life that can guide us into discovering ourselves; such as The Five Love Languages. 

Question time: Do you complain about giving so much “Love” to your partner but he or she simply does not appreciate your efforts? Or Can you safely say I love my partner so much but he or she doesn’t understand or see it? 

Please note: The Love language is real! 

Paul tells us in 1 Corinthians 13 if we cannot speak the Love language we are simply annoying distractions. The amplified version puts it this way: “If I speak with the tongues of men and of angels, but have not [a]love [for others growing out of God’s love for me], then I have become only a noisy gong or a clanging cymbal [just an annoying distraction].” Ladies one word for “…an annoying distraction.” is Nagging! 

Activity time: 

Here are Chapman’s Five Love Languages. (Five different ways to express & receive love) Review each thoroughly and note which one or ones are you and your partner’s as well. Then take steps to applying them into your relationship to see how they work!

1. Words of affirmation: Here words are important and provides security & assurance. 

2. Physical Touch: Love is true when appropriate physical touch is involved. 

3. Receiving Gifts: Receiving heartfelt gifts makes them feel loved.

4. Quality Time: Giving your undivided attention & making time for it. 

5. Acts of service: Your actions & how you treat/serve them are most important. 

Listen to Podcast for detailed explaining of each Love Language! 

Gary Chapman only gave us some guiding principles, but God has made it clear that once we can learn to The Love Language well enough & apply it in our relationships we are more than likely to experience the abundant life He desires for us to live.  We love because He first loved us and His perfect love casts out ALL fear. If anyone knows and speaks our love language it’s God. So let’s reflect God’s love for us to our partners by speaking Love in a language they understand rather than how we think they should understand it, and reap the benefits. 

 #CestBonSoundsGood

Can I do life with you?

 Written by Netisha Alie-Grant 

(Author of Inspirational Book Walking a Two-Way Street) 

Listen to Podcast here! 

When looking for someone to marry, consider this question: “Can I do life with you?” If you do not see yourself spending a life time with this person the it is best not to waste your time believing that you can make them into the one you believe you can do life with.

Your life partner is your Teammate, and not your high school crush or butterfly garden who gives you butterflies. Although you can end up marrying your high school crush, the point is this aspect of your life is beyond your emotions and instead it involves your knowledge! 

In the beginning God created man and gave him all of Eden to dominate, but God felt that man shouldn’t be doing this great task alone so he gave him a woman. However, knowing of the great work before Adam God also ensured that He gave Adam a particular person. 

In the book of Genesis chapter 2 verse 18, the amplified version explains at least 5 reasons God gave Eve to Adam. 

  

“18 Now the Lord God said, “It is not good (beneficial) for the man to be alone; I will make him a helper [one who balances him—a counterpart who is] [a]suitable and complementary for him.”

Here lies the characteristics of Adam’s teammate:  

     1. 1. So he (Adam) wouldn’t be alone and would have a companion. a friend , and a family. 

1. 2. As a helper to assist him with the great tasks at hand which was to manage Eden, a kingdom and in our case to go through life. 

1. 3. To balance him ( ease the load off Adam a bit.) When we work together and the responsibilities are shared it makes for better progress in life. 

1. 4. Suitable  (right or appropriate for a particular person, purpose, or situation.) Like Eve, your life partner needs to be a specific person that you can work well with. For example, when one is weak the other is strong and vice versa. 

1. 5. Lastly, your partner needs to be complementary (praises, speak life…) One who encourages you and speaks like into you. Life and death is in the power of the tongue- Proverbs 18:21 using encouraging and life changing words to each other will help bring bliss and happiness to the relationship. 

All in all, a man leaves his parents to be with his wife so that they can take on life together as a team. Thus if you are on a team where the aim is to win together, just imagine what life would be like. #Cestbon? #SoundsGood!