Awesome Youth

If there's anything I suffered from badly it was lack of self-confidence. For a long time I struggled to see myself as beautiful. Growing up I was a very chubby kid and because of this I felt like an outsider, odd and I resented myself. I felt ugly and the spiteful comments of some people confirmed it. Even though my parents saw me as very beautiful I never did. I wished I looked like everyone else. I wished I wasn't so fat or so short. To make matters worse came pimples. This just had to crown it all. What could be worse, being one of the first in your class to start having pimples. Having your peer mates shout 'Eeeww!!!' when you were in their midst. Staring at others be so free and comfortable in their skin and wondering why I wasn't  like them. Wondering why I couldn't act like the others. I've come a long way in discovering who I am. I'm still discovering anyway. But I've realized if there's anything I am, its certainly not being ugly. It ...

Made this playlist on the music app about a week ago. It consists of songs by Christian women about being after God's Heart or better still having a longing or desire for God, as well as songs by Christian women who I believe through their works have shown their passion for Christ. note: Its not limited to a specific genre After You by Britt Nicole Through Your Eyes by Britt Nicole More What I Wanted by Cece Winas Alabaster Box by Cece Winas In Awe by Hollyn Love With Your Life by Hollyn Fill A Heart by Tori Kelly Hollow by Tori Kelly I'll Be Alright by Beckah Shae Legacy by Beckah Shae feat. Crystal Lewis Lord I Give You My Heart by Darlene Zschech I Lift My Voice In Adoration by Darlene Zschech Surrender by Blanca Not Backing Down by Blanca Don't Want To Live For Me by Moriah Peters Brave by Moriah Peters Because Of Who You Are by Juanita Bynum You Are Great by Juanita Bynum Way Maker by Sinach More by Sinach Surrender by V.Rose feat. Flame Take A...

Don't you just love love? So beautiful, I find myself falling in love with love. Crazy right? Anyway here's a list of love songs from my favorite Christian musicians: Beautiful Life 2 (Mine) by Trip Lee Desire by Gawvi feat. Darrein Safron Love You Better by Derek Minor feat. JC California Lovers by Tori Kelly Don't Wanna Wake Up by Capital Kings Got You On My Mind Electric Love by Britt Nicole Cant Live Without by Hollyn My Little Baby by Canon feat. DJ Official Nobody Love by Tori Kelly  Love Go High by Derek Minor feat, Chrisette Michelle Lights Go out by KB feat. Blanca and Justin Ebach Fallin In Love by Britt Nicole Be With You by Tedashii feat. Lester 'L2' Shaw All I Need Is You by Lecrae I Can Wait by Trip Lee 808 by Tedashii All My Love by Hollyn First Heartbreak by Tori Kelly I was Made for Loving You

I've made a decision to be a teenager after God's heart. You can make that life changing decision now. You don't have to advanced in age to serve God faithfully. Ecclesiastes 12:1 Remember also your Creator in the days of your youth, before the evil days come and the years draw near of which you will say, “I have no pleasure in them” Who is a Teenager After God's Heart? 1.   One who is seeking the will of God Your life will be sweeter, more productive if you know God at this age. Ask: What am I wired to do? It is the will of God that you will excel. Stop following the crowd. You are programmed to do something. Find it out. This is the age of decision. Any decision you make today as a teen will either make or mar you. Your fulfillment in life is in finding, knowing and doing the perfect will of God. 2. One seeking the pleasure of God How happy is God in that thing you are doing? Is God smiling at that thing you are doing? A teenager after God's heart see...

I recently created this playlist on the music app on my laptop. Its titled Sweet tracks'. Come to think of it I think I should have shweet tracks..haha (Trip Lee lover o😍). Here is my list: 1. Forgiveness by TobyMac feat. Lecrae 2. Start Over by Flame feat. NF 3. Loud and Clear by Da T.R.U.T.H feat. Jon White (of Capital Kings) 4. Just Like You by Lecrae feat. J.Paul 5. Finally free by Lecrae feat. J.Paul 6. All That Matters by Colten Dixon 7. Love Broke Thru by TobyMac 8. Can You Hold Me by NF feat. Britt Nicole 9. Lights Go Out by KB feat. Blanca and Justin Ebach 10. Run Wild by For King and Country feat. Andy Mineo 11. Expensive by Tori Kelly 12. Insomniac by Trip Lee feat. Andy Mineo

Are you spiritually mature? And what exactly is spiritual maturity? I’ll start by defining: Spiritual maturity is achieved by becoming more like Jesus. It is a process that begins when a person accepts Jesus as their personal Lord and savior. Simply put, it is being mature spiritually, not a physical growth, but a spiritual growth that reflects in your attitude, behavior and character. The Christian faith is likened to that of a child. He that has the Son of God has life. If you are born you must grow. So also, if you are born again you have the potentiality to grow in the Christian faith. Is Spiritual Maturity by the number of years you’ve spent in the church? Or by age? Spiritual maturity has nothing to do with the number of years you have been born again or by your physical age. You can be advanced in age but still be spiritually young or a baby in Christ. How do I know I’m growing in my Christian experience? Here are five signs that show a person is...

If I asked you who Jesus is to you, what would you say? I guess a lot of start imagining a holy dude with halo lights lolllz. I'm reading this book titled, 'God is here' by Steve Case. I love something mentioned in the book. God isn't just in the sky and church or holy mountain. He is in your room, in your mirror, your books, your pots and pans. He's not just a God of heaven and earth, he's in the 'pots and pans and things' . Haha..know your like what? How can I say that our almighty, the creator of heaven and earth is in the pots and pans and things? Let me explain something to you. God is omnipresent which means he is everywhere, so if he's in the church, he is also in your room. Understand? When you look at God as only the God of big things you probably won't notice him in the little things. I strive, hunger and thirst for a deep relationship with God. And one of the things I do is to talk to him not only about the big things but the...

A lot of times we ask ourselves why things didn't go the way we planned. Why we didn't get the things we asked for. We question God. Question him for our mistakes, our stupidity. Not realizing that this our God is not like ours. He aint silly like us. He's ever faithful. Deuteronomy 7:9, ESV Know therefore that the Lord your God is God, the faithful God who keeps covenant and steadfast love with those who love him and keep his commandments, to a thousand generations Is true things get really had at times. Especially when our expectations aren't met. it sucks I know. do you know something funny we do. We think we know God so well. We think we are familiar with his ways. we're like, "Okay I didn't get the job as a secretary. God probably wants me to get it at a bigger company." then what happens when that didn't happen? haha. Don't be mad at me oo..I know it hurts. But get this we can't understand this our God. His ways and thoughts are...

List of genres in christian music 1. Christian Hip Hop (CHH) 2. Contemporary Christian Music (CCM) 3. Christian Electric Pop (CEP) 4. Christian Electronic Dancing Music (CEDM) 5. Urban Contemporary Gospel (UCG) 6. Praise 7. African Praise 8. Worship 9. Christian Pop (CP) 10. Christian R&b 11. Christian Rock (CR) 12. Christian Metal 13. Christian Rap 14. Christian Reggae 15. Christian Jazz 16. Christian Country Music or Country Gospel

Hillsong is one of my favourite christian bands. I've been listening to their songs for years now and it has been a blessing. These are my all time favourite songs by Hillsong: 1. Oceans : This song always and I mean always moves me. I usually tend to cry when I listen to it. It changes the atmosphere and then I just become oblivious to my environment. 2. I surrender: Yet another touching song. Love love it. Its such a beautiful song. Its a song of personal dedication. In case you are wondering, yes this song makes me cry as well hehe. 3. With everything: "With everything with everything I will shout for your glory". The song speaks for itself. Wont say much (Its too nice for words!) 4. Stronger by Hillsong: Its all about positive confessions. I listen to or sing it any time I feel weak. 5. Hosanna: Eeeh! If you haven't heard this song, stop right now. Click on follow my blog (hehe..really has nothing to do with it! Bt still do oo), check your music ap...

You know how it is when at age six you decided you'll be a vet. Then at age nine you upgraded and say why not be a doctor. Then at fourteen you watch this cool movie of crime investigators and you're like that's so cool. Well if you haven't I have. I've probably imagined myself in literally ever career there is lol. I'm not here to talk about career choices. Nope! Just want to say how life may not turn out as planned or expected but when God is your captain you can expect a safe destination. Here's a poem I wrote titled Planned my Life. I planned my life Every inch of it I knew who I was before anyone found out I had decided my future before I understand the word I was sure of where I was going I knew the route, Yes every inch of it. At five I planned my sweet sixteen Yes every inch of it I knew the venue before I knew my house location I knew which university I would go to Before even being in high school Yes every inch of it What...

Hayo! Teenella is in a party💃 mood. And why wouldn't I? Bday was on Friday. Children's day was Saturday. And Sunday service was AWESOME plus today was public holiday. 😎 Here's my party playlist. Christian songs that makes me feel like jumping up and down lol. 1. Manolo by Trip Lee 2. I'm good by Trip Lee 3. Whole 9 by Flame ft. Mike Real 4. Church clap by Kb ft. Lecrae 5. Hope by Da T.R.U.T.H 6. Nothing is impossible by Planetshakers 7. Where you are by Hillsong Young and Free 8. Turn up your light by V.rose ft KJ-52

This week most definitely should be tagged, 'Mistake Week'. I mean from forgetting the money my mum told me too keep to loosing money, I mean why not? I forgot to give my baby bro water. Forgot to iron my uniform and then forgot that I wasn't supposed to use my bathroom as the plumber was yet to fix the W/C. Sheesh, I've been a scattered head this week. I hate it  when I make stupid mistakes. Especially when I could have easily avoided them. Its so annoying! I honestly wish I had a remote control that could rewind me back in time (that would be AWESOME!). But I don't. So I'm stuck having to face the consequences of my mistakes I really wish I hadn't made. Sometimes I really don't get myself. I mean things could have turned out differently if only I did what was right. And I just don't mean simply forgetting something. You know that feeling when you do something wrong and you to feel guilty and start scrutinizing your actions. Your conscience be...

Here's a list of christian songs that everyone should listen to. As a christian teen I face peer pressure,confusion and day to day challenges probably every christian teen faces. I find christian music a remedy to my troubled mind. 1. Headphones by Britt Nicole 2. Not so Average by V.rose 3. Don't want to live for me by Moriah Peters 4. Imagine me by Kirk Franklin 5. God favoured me 6. Lovin' me by Jonathan McReynolds 7. No Better You by V.Rose Remember you are beautifully and wonderfully made. #StayBlessed #BeautifullyMade

Did you know that the month April is recognized as World Poetry month. In honour of this and also because I'm a poet, I'm publishing a self-written poem titled, I'm a Youth. The poem identifies the carefree lifestyle of youths of this generation. I wrote this poem through accumulated experiences, how I feel at times as well as what I see in many youths. Hope you are inspired; Poem: I'm a Youth I'm a youth This means I'm young I'm growing and developing I'm a youth This means I can be shy I can be immature I can do insensible things I'm a youth My mum says I'm strong headed I love to do things myself and take orders from no one. I'm a youth My dad gives me responsibilities I grumble, groan and cant wait to be in the company of my friends. I'm a youth This means I'm always concerned about my looks- shape, clothes, hair I try to be updated on the latest trends. I'm a youth I love to list...

I was so confused some minutes ago. Last year I was very undecided on if I wanted to be a science or art student. Now by God's grace and wisdom I chose science. I've decided I'm doing a medical course. But I'm just not sure which 😖. I started imagining myself having a bleak or unfulfilling future because I wasn't sure what I wanted to be or do. Negative thoughts started playing in my mind. I'm very happy I didn't stay in that condition for long 😊. I remembered a quote from my favourite christian rapper KB. He said: I don't know what tomorrow holds but I know who holds my tomorrow. Suddenly so much faith and confidence rose in me. Every doubt and negative thought cleared my mind. I still may not be sure on what I want to be, but I have trust and faith in my God. I know He's with me every step. I'm sure I'm in safe hands and therefore I have no cause to worry. Matthew 6:25 : “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your lif...

I love christian music. There's just nothing like it. Here's a list of christian songs that have inspired, motivated and helped me through both good and bad times. Note: It's not written in any order. 1. Imagine me by Kirk Franklin 2. Oceans by Hillsong 3. Comforter by Cece Winas 4. Praise you in the storm by casting crowns 5. Cry out to Jesus by Third day 6. Rebuild by J.Moss 7. Withholding nothing 8. He never sleeps by Don Moen 9. I surrender by Hillsong 10. With everything by Hillsong 11. Stay high by Jonathan Mcreynolds 12. I Am by Mark Shultz 13. I lift my voice in adoration by Darlene zschech 14. Break every chain by Tasha Cobbs 15. Intentional by Travis Greene 16. Made a way by Travis Greene 17. Stronger by Hillsong 18. Fill this place by Juanita Bynum 19. Fill a heart by Tori Kelly 20. My God is Awesome by Charles Jenkins

Hey its Teenella and I'm sure you know what today is. GOOD FRIDAY!!! The day the son of God made that big sacrifice that offered us salvation and eternal life. What Jesus did on the cross for mankind on this very day isn't something ordinary, its extraordinary. Imagine someone who created us was shamed, beaten and disgraced by his very own creation. Do you realize Jesus could have decided not to die on that cross. I mean God didn't order him to. But because of the inexplicable love and mercy Jesus had for mankind he came in flesh and paid the price for our prize- the opportunity of salvation and eternal love. Jesus I thank you for the sacrifice you made on the cross this very day. Thank you for salvation and eternal life even though I'm not worthy of it.

There's one major problem I have and that's not speaking up. I know what's right and what's wrong but I keep succumbing to wrong. I just make up an excuse for my actions. Its something that has become more of a habit. I end up feeling guilty and sort of condemned. I usually spend many nights thinking over my actions and wondering what I could have done better. I'm sure of it now. I have to learn to stand up and speak out on what I believe, my faith and opinions. If you're out there and you feel the need to be bold about your opinions like me, say this prayer with me: Dear Lord I thank you for today. Thank you for you provision and protection over my life. Thank you Lord for letting me see my fault. I ask in your name to give me the grace to be bold and stand up an speak out. Amen

Are you bored. Well why not hunger to be useful. Why not spend this year being busy for the Lord. I encourage you to ask God to use you this year. There are so many ways you can help enlarge the kingdom of God. You don't necessarily have to go round carrying a bible (although that's a way!) why not use your God-given talents. Do you have a persuasive attitude then persuade someone to read a verse in the bible. Are you a good speaker, why not speak up about God! I mean what's so wrong with that! Come on we are christians. Not just christians we are youths, which means we can be crazy, silly😉 be crazy for God this year and spread it. why not say this simple prayer with me today: Lord I want to be used this year. Father help me to be bold in declaring your greatness. I pray that this year I will use my talents and gifts to your glory.