Updates

UPDATES. Oh what a blessing it is to be alive! For the past fews days, I have been forever content. Grasping more and more knowledge from my God. He has been so good to me lately, and I thank Him for everything. As I take not anything for granted. Every Morning, I am faced with deeds of the evil man, but God has shielded me every time. The bible states "The mouth of a righteous man is a well of life." Proverbs 10:11. I must say I am well of life now that, my relationship with God is forever progressing further. I also learned by my earthly father that God states "Make no friends with an evil man" 22:24. Ever since, I was given that knowledge any man that I find evil or spread slander upon the Lord. I, immediately, avoid it. For I find there is no space for such man in my God's kingdom.

Moreover, God has given me a new outlook on the way I speak. Teaching me, to speak with grace so that I may know how to answer every man. As my lessons that I learn through schooling has become more easier for me. I am able to process my thinking better, and gain understanding from others around. If you ask me, God is a glorifier. He has blessed and is continue to bless me all because I sought out his wisdom. For that I shall not forget his commandments. Trust in Him, and lean not on my own understanding.


Messages of the Week: 


"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom: and 
the knowledge of the holy is understanding." Proverbs 9:10 


"Happy is the man that feareth always..." Proverbs 28:14


May grace be unto you, God bless!

Colossians

COLOSSIANS. "We give thanks to God and the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, praying always for you" Colossians 1:3. Since, I have sought out my faith in Christ. I was recommend to hear the truth of the gospel. As Paul, Timotheus, and Epaphras declared my love in the Spirit. I decided to obey Christ and walk worthy of the Lord as I be fruitful in every good work, and increasing my knowledge of God. The sunny hues that engulfs my statureas I am surrounded by all things created by Him. The glory punctured into my eyes is only Him, looking down upon asking me to join in His name and follow a righteous path, indeed. Even though, He is absent in flesh, however, He is with you and I in spirit, "...joying and beholding your order, and the stedfastness  of your faith in Christ" Colossians 2:5. When you and I think He has not forgiven us for our trespasses, He has already done so.  I say to you "let no man therefore judge you...Let no man beguile you of your reward in a voluntary humility and worshipping of angels" In other words, fear no man but God. Seek your affection only above, for He is all you need. 


As Christ appears, I shall be with him in glory. Lying not to any other, as I have put the old man behind with his deeds. Having put on a new man, refurbished in knowledge. Always remembering to forgive and for bear "if any man have a quarrel against any: even as Christ forgave you, so also do ye." Colossians 3: 13. We all must obey others we encounter with everyday. We shall continue in prayer.  Letting our "...speech be always be with grace, seasoned with salt, and that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man." Colossians 4: 6. Remember my (Paul) bonds. Grace be with you. God Bless!

Connecticut Diary

1: weekend luggage 2: Me on the Farragut North train 3-4: random photographs 5-6: new ins 7-10: random photographs 

1-3: random photographs of the train ride 4: Harlem, NY train station 5: chocolates from my mother 6: iPhoto fun 7-8: preview of future look/outfit for moms baptism

1: light breakfast dish I made 2: random photograph of me 3: random photograph 4-5: meatball sub and hot chocolate (thanks dad ;]) 6: My fav. shoes 

1: new Bible given to me by my parents 2: coffee mugs for my dad 3: clip of our tree last christmas 4: me peacefully sleeping after a long trip home

I'd thought it would be nice to show you guys a bit of my life and moments captured. Life has been rapidly moving lately, but I have a lot of new things in store for you guys. I wish everyone a wonderful and fruitful weekend. God bless and may 'grace be unto you'!

Baptism

BAPTISM. Last Saturday, I went home for vacation to attend my mother's baptism. When I arrived home, I immediately settled myself in. Placing all of my belongs in their designated areas. Before I knew it, I was eating all of my favorite foods and sweets. At that point, I was glad to be home.Moreover, the following day I returned to the house of the Lord. Where my mother was prepared to be baptized by our Pastor. As I watched her enter the pool of water, I could see an intent glow as if God was there welcoming her into His kingdom. However, I could see as she smiles into the Pastor's eyes, her heart filled with fear. The moment the Pastor finished introducing the points of the ceremony, he smoothly but quickly dipped my mother in the water. Finalizing her commitment to accept the Lord as her savior. In the end, as she wipes the water off her face, I could see a sudden relief and weight lifted off her shoulder.  Mostly importantly, a new life, a new woman, and a new daughter of God formed.

ps. my mother will be reading the comments on this post 0:) (hint hint).

Updates

UPDATES. It's 8:49 AM I have been up mostly all night trying to get all my assignments done while maintaining a social life. These past weeks have not been prevailing. My mind was not functioning how it normal should have, which causes lost of thinking. This resulted in me not coming up with successful designs for my project that were throughly thought out. However, all of that changed when I spoke with my mother about my issues. Surprisingly, it is was then I begin to come up with a full description for each and every idea I had in mind. I guess it a mother's intuition that brings us as their children back to earth. As I spoke with her, I was able to blabber about every pin that's been poking. And boy did I ramble! I mean the women hardly got  a word in but she knew I just needed ear to listen. When I stopped talking, and allowed her to speak. She was able to give a few words of advice: " Never be afraid to say what is on your mind, and be sure to follow the script as written out." Even though, she did not say it in an extravagant, philosophical way she was able to tell me to speak mind and go with my intentions. I knew then I must no longer be humble, and voice my opinion. I must no longer second guess my opinion but follow my own intuition. I once read that: "God's promises to guide us when we reach out to Him." In many ways, I have to always search for His well being so that he may continue to bless me in times of grief. 

God Bless,

Steven Brown 

New In

NEW IN.  What's up, guys? Today, was an awesome day.  I decided to meet up with a good friend of mine, Rebecca. In addition, to her boyfriend Christian. We all decided to go thrifting at local vintage stores around Lower Westside. We first went to Rag-A-GoGo, an awesome thrift with thousands of good finds. I did spot a few things, but I had my eye set on a specific item: an oversized, light weight army jacket. Anyway, neither of us could find anything in specific, so we ventured off down to Soho. We stopped at a small sandwich shop where order a few "Manhattan Clubs". Also for dessert, we went to Molly's Cupcakes which is absolutely the best place to be. I must say they're giving Georgetown Cupcakes a run for their money. Anyway, afterwards we made our way to Urban Outfitters, who were having a sale on clothing items. This is when I found the oversized army jacket (above) for a very low price. I have been search for one I can call my own. However, be prepared to see a lot more of this jacket in the future. Ciao!

Calamity Overtakes

CALAMITY OVERTAKES. Everyday, I strive for greatness. Hoping and prayer that the days will get better. This week has been a drag, everything is moving slower than usual. I have been given a long list of tasks to complete, minute by minute, I am getting them done. However, I do not feel I have been doing my best; and it's not only with just school work but with life itself. As I walk the streets, I dream, I dream of all of the expectancy the future holds. Unfortunately, as soon as I stop dreaming, I realize how bitter life is. How people expect you to live life as they sees fits. Communicating to you as if you were a worthless figure, scraping the pits of earth. Thats how I've been feeling up until this day.

Today, I woke up alive, fruitful, and overwhelmed. I noticed everything I was stressing about were only temporary. In addition, to all the people that did not take my words seriously or ignored me as if my opinion does not count. Although, there has been numerous accounts when I felt the devil himself was trying to penetrate my blessing. I remember a passage where it stated:

I in turn will laugh when disaster strikes you;

I will mock when calamity overtakes you—

when calamity overtakes you like a storm,

when disaster sweeps over you like a whirlwind,

when distress and trouble overwhelm you.

“Then they will call to me but I will not answer;

they will look for me but will not find me,

since they hated knowledge

and did not choose to fear the LORD.

Proverbs 26, 29

There will come a time when someone will need, and you will not be there. A time when you tell someone advice, only to prevent difficult situation, and they will not accept it. All in all, you will have the last humble laugh.

Photo Diary

PHOTO JOURNAL. (1) Me in my room (2/5) A habit I'm picking up (3)Black Creepers Fav (4)Blackberry, WHOAU gift card, Red iPod (6)Me and Sarah (Bestfriend) (7) Me in Soho (8) Shoe Collection (9) A French Bulldog guide (10) Highline (11) Random Self Portrait 

Tweeded Wheat

TWEEDED WHEAT. Here is a photograph of my vintage tweeded blazer; it is my obsession. You will be seeing more over it, so stay tuned. God Bless !

Peppermint Sea

PEPPERMINT SEA. This week has been a journey. I arrived to New York already bombarded with list of duties and tasks to complete. Luckily, I was able to catch a break through all it. Thursday afternoon, I meet up with my good friends, Kaitlyn Edwards and Tracy Pellington.  We all decided to walk to the Highline (in the Meatpacking District) to photograph and just get acquainted. As we were walking, I had gotten heavily inspired by the atmosphere of the Highline. Specifically, the area where these red-orange branches, deep tone grey rocks, and beautiful apartment building were (as you see above). Solemnly, I found my outfit to resemble some of the trends that happen in the 1940s or 1960s with the pin-striped shirts, polished brown shoes, and tweed blazers. However, I enjoy incorporating different esthetics into my wardrobe and creating a new way of life for it.  


Besides that, Tracy, Kaitlyn, and I decided to end our outting at Espresso, a local cafe near 14th Street, where we ordered a few hot chocolates and almond croissants. If you are ever in New York you should definitely head over to Meatpacking District and grab an Espresso. You will not be disappointed, trust me. Anyway, I hope you guys have a wonderful week. Ciao!


Photographer: Tracy Pellington


Ps. I will be adding a new element to the blog called "Proverbs Avenue" where I will be taking street photographs of people who emulate great style. In addition, to any worthy and valuable projects that I do over the course of the next few months. Lastly, I would like to start doing v-blogs and photo dairies. Hopefully, I will be able to follow through with them. Wish me luck!






God Bless,


Steven B.