GUARD YOUR HEART MAGAZINE MAY 2022 ISSUE 17
BLOOMING IN ALL SEASONS
GYHM ORG
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CONTENTS 04 FROM THE EDITOR 14 BLOOM 16 PRAYERS FOR THE NATIONS 38 MONEY MATTERS 41 TEEN CORNER 44 HEALTHY FOODS 54 BIBLE FACTS
from the editor
Guard your Heart Magazine existences in order to glorify God and be a positive model to Christians worldwide. This magazine was birth through faith and prayer. It is a Christian magazine and focuses on various topics that needs to be addressed in the Christian community worldwide.
We believe that the word of God is alive and a two edge-sword As you read each testimony and article in this magazine it is my hope that you will be inspired and transformed more into the image of Jesus Christ Through this magazine I hope you will make a stand for your Christian views and will live a life of purpose.
If you are creative in any way through poetry, writing or want to share your testimony in this magazine or write on a topic that you are passionate about contact us at gyhmmagzine@gmail.com.
For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."
Jeremiah 29:11
JoveniseBenjamin
Jovenise Benjamin EDITOR IN CHIEF
T H E B I R T H
O F A M O V E M E N T
Guard Your Heart Ministries or GYHM was founded on December 2017 by Jovenise Benjamin This ministry was first launched as a Facebook page and since then has expanded GYHM has members all around the world Besides our main page we have two private Facebook groups: Guard Your Heart Ministries (ladies) and Guard Your Heart Ministries (gentleman) On the main page as well as the private pages we post daily devotionals, advice, quotes and scriptures to inspire others.
As of 2020, GYHM has a website, gyhm.org and has also launched a clothing store on teespring com
In 2020, the Lord begun to speak to our founder about launching a magazine, which has been a childhood dream of hers The purpose of Guard Your Heart Magazine is to empower and inspire others to dream big and pursue their God given dreams We hope that each story shared will inspire you to overcome the hurdles in your life and pursue what God has laid out in your heart to do
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WHOEVER OPPRESSES THE POOR TO INCREASE HIS OWN WEALTH, OR GIVES TO THE RICH, WILL ONLY COME TO POVERTY. Proverbs 22:16
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PRAYER POINTS TO PRAY FOR YOUR LOVED ONES
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20 PRAYER POINTS TO PRAY FOR YOUR LOVED ONES SALVATION. FAITH TO INCREASE. MIND TO BE PURE. HEART TO BE PURE. PROTECTION FROM EVIL. SAFETY IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. TO NOT BE SHACKLED BY GUILT, SHAME AND DOUBT. TO BE FREE FROM DEMONIC MANIPULATION. TO BE FREE OF WITCHCRAFT MANIPULATION. TO HAVE ABUNDANT JOY. STRENGTH OF GOD TO BE THEIR PORTION IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. WISDOM IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. FAVOR OF THE LORD TO BE WITH THEM. DISCERNMENT IN ALL CIRCUMSTANCES. RELATIONSHIIPS FINANCES MARRIAGE CHILDREN TO NOT BE OVERWHELMED BY FEARS. LOVE TO DWELL IN THEIR HEART. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20.
Bloom with GRACE IN ALL SEASONS
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6 WAYS TO BLOOM
Start the day with prayer. Make a plan. Get out of your comfort zone. Get rid of distractions. Stay mentally refreshed. Do not complete with others.
PRAYERS FOR THE NATIONS
EACH MONTH OF 2022 GUARD YOUR HEART MAGAZINE WILL NAME SEVERAL NATIONS FOR US TO PRAY FOR
INDONESIA OFFICIAL NAME: REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA CAPITAL CITY: JAKARTA POPULATION: 273,523,615 AREA: 1,904,569 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: INDONESIAN F A C T S A B O U T I N D O N E S I A
God, we pray for the peace of Indonesia. Let your kingdom come in that nation. We pray against terrorism and every demonic plan of the enemy. We pray for the children of Indonesia to know your ways.
I N D O N E S I A
JORDAN OFFICIAL NAME: THE HASHEMITE KINGDOM OF JORDAN CAPITAL CITY: AMMAN POPULATION: 10,203,134 AREA: 88,780 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: ARABIC F A C T S A B O U T J O R D A N
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God, we pray for the peace of Jordan. Let your kingdom come in that nation. We pray against terrorism and every demonic plan of the enemy. We pray for the children of Jordan to receive good educations.
O R D A N
BANGLADESH OFFICIAL NAME: PEOPLE'S REPUBLIC OF BANGLADESH CAPITAL CITY: DHAKA POPULATION: 168,753,050 AREA: 147,570 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: BENGALI F A C T S A B O U T B A N G L A D E S H
B A N G L A D E S H
God, we pray for the peace of Bangladesh. We pray for the exponential growth of the church in Bangladesh. Raise up leaders in the country who call upon your name.
RUSSIA OFFICIAL NAME: RUSSIAN FEDERATION CAPITAL CITY: MOSCOW POPULATION: 146,089,334 AREA: 17,125,192 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: RUSSIAN F A C T S A B O U T R U S S I A
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God, we pray for the peace of Russia. Increase the wisdom of the leaders of the nation and cause them to trust in you. Raise up leaders in the country who know your name and will do what is best for the country.
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ETHIOPIA OFFICIAL NAME: KINGDOM OF SWEDEN CAPITAL CITY: ADDIS ABABA POPULATION: 114,963,588 AREA: 447,430 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: AMHARIC F A C T S A B O U T E T H I O P I A
God, we pray for the peace of Ethiopia. We pray for revival to break forth in the land and for more people to come into the knowledge of Jesus Christ. Feed the people with manna from heaven.
E T H I O P I A
NAURU OFFICIAL NAME: REPUBLIC OF NAURU CAPITAL CITY: YAREN DISTRICT POPULATION: 10,993 AREA: 21 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: NAURUAN F A C T S A B O U T N A U R U
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God, we pray for the peace of Nauru. Grant the leaders of the nation wisdom and discernment. Bless them and protect them from natural disasters. Help them to wisely manage their resources.
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PALAU OFFICIAL NAME: REPUBLIC OF PALAU CAPITAL CITY: NGERULMUD POPULATION: 18,307 AREA: 466 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: PALAUAN, ENGLISH F A C T S A B O U T P A L A U
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God, we pray for the peace of Palau. We pray for the nation to know your great love for them. Raise up leaders that are obedient to you. Protect each city from harm.
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MICRONESIA OFFICIAL NAME: THE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIA CAPITAL CITY: PALIKIR POPULATION: 117,943 AREA: 702 SQ KM MAJOR LANGUAGES: ENGLISH F A C T S A B O U T M I C R O N E S I A
M I C R O N E S I A
God, we pray for the peace of Micronesia. We pray for the advancement of the nation through agriculture and tourism. We pray for the safety of those traveling to the nation.
Hope
Hope is found in Christ Hope relies on God Hope believes in the future Hope brings honor Hope in God brings guidance Hope in God produce joy Hope in God produce peace Hope produce patience Hope builds faith Hope abides Hope does not bring shame Hope produce a future Hope produce trust in God Hope strengthens faith Hope believes God's promises Hope brings comfort Hope produce eternal life Hope is steadfast Hope trust God's word Hope deferred is bad Hope does not give up Hope rises from character
Psalm 39:7 Psalm 147:11 Proverbs 23:18 Psalm 25:3 Psalm 25:5 Romans 15:13
Romans 15:13
Romans 12:12 Romans 8:24 1 Corinthians 13:13 Romans 5:5 Proverbs 23:18 Psalm 71:5 1 Peter 3:15 Hebrews 6:1 Lamentations 3:24 Titus 3:7 Hebrews 10:23 Psalm 119:114 Proverbs 13:12 Psalm 71:14 Romans 5:3-4
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Faith
produce hope Faith abides
Faith protects
Faith comes from God's word Faith produce miracles Faith arise from grace Faith depends on God Faith believes in the impossible Faith without works is dead Faith rejects fear Faith rejects doubt Faith produce endurance Faith produce victory Faith is a shield Faith produce strength Faith produce healing Faith to faith the righteous live Faith does not give ups Faith is perfected by Christ Faith believes in God Faith activates the prophetic Faith produce sonship in Christ
Hebrews 11:1
1 Corinthians 13:13
1 Thessalonians 5:8 Romans 10:17 Mark 11:22-24 Ephesians 2:8-9 1 Corinthians 2:5 Hebrews 11:1-13:25 James 2:14-26 James 1:5-8 James 1:5-8 2 Timothy 4:7 1 John 5:4 Ephesians 6:16
1 Corinthians 16:13 Mark 10:52 Romans 1:17 1 Timothy 6:12 Hebrews 12:2 Mark 11:22 Hebrews 11:11 Galatians 3:26
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Faith
Love
Love covers a multitude of sin
Love never ends Love is everlasting Love is selfless Love is patient Love is kind Love does not boast Love is not envious Love is not arrogant Love is not rude Love does not force Love is not irritable Love is not resentful
Love rejects wrong doing Love bears all things Love supports Love is hopeful Love endures
Love never ends Love is not secretive Love practice self-control Love is spelled G O D
1 Peter 4:8
1 Corinthians 13:8 Jeremiah 31:3
Philippians 2:3
1 Corinthians 13:4
1 Corinthians 13:4
1 Corinthians 13:4
1 Corinthians 13:4 1 Corinthians 13:4
1 Corinthians 13:5 1 Corinthians 13:5
1 Corinthians 13:5 1 Corinthians 13:5
1 Corinthians 13:5 1 Corinthians 13:7 1 Corinthians 13:7 1 Corinthians 13:7 1 Corinthians 13:7
1 Corinthians 13:8
Proverbs 27:5-6
2 Timothy 1:7
1 John 4:8
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MONEY MATTERS
BUT MY GOD SHALL SUPPLY ALL YOUR NEED ACCORDING TO HIS RICHES IN GLORY BY CHRIST JESUS.
PHILIPPIANS 4:19
by Jovenise Benjamin
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Look to the Lord and his strength; seek his face always.
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FOODS HEALTHY
Oats & Oatmeals Benefits Of Eating
Oats Are Incredibly Nutritious.
Finely Ground Oats May Help With Skin Care.
Whole Oats Are Rich in Antioxidants, Including Avenanthramides.
Oatmeal May Help You Lose Weight.
Oats Can Improve Blood Sugar Control.
Oats Contain a Powerful Soluble Fiber Called Beta-Glucan. That helps with good gut health.
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2022 DECLARATIONS
“For I know the plans I have for you, ” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future ”
Jeremiah 29:11
In the mighty name of Jesus, I declare this year everything changes in my favor. It’s my year of favor, protection, elevation, increase, blessings, purity, faith and every good thing that come from above I have favor with God and with men, as I honor God, He is honoring me 2022 is the year for me to access the blessings of God Everything that the enemy stole from me is coming back seven folds. I declare no weapon formed against me or my family will prosper I declare the fire of God surrounds me I declare the angels of the Lord are ordering my steps and making my path straight. I will not be in the wrong place at the wrong time. My steps are ordered into everything God has for me I declare peace, joy, clarity, discernment, wisdom, humility and success are my portion I declare my family members and I will have a sound mind in 2022. We are in good health. By the blood of Christ, I rebuke depression, anxiety and all manners of emotional instability from me and my family We prosper in every way possible
I declare blessings upon blessing upon me and my loved ones this year. We are flourishing. In the city and the countryside, we are blessed. We are mounting up on the wings of eagles We are sealed and protected by the blood of Jesus Christ, who is the author and finisher of our faith By the blood of Christ, we are covered from untimely death. By the blood of Christ, we are protected from every device and weapon of the enemy and his agents By the blood of Christ my family and I are protected from witchcraft and workers of divination. I declare my family will serve the Lord and are moving from glory to glory. I declare my family is whole and prosperous By the blood of Christ no one and nothing can stop our progress We are filled with the joy and gladness of the Lord The strength and glory of the Lord is being revealed in our lives. He is our hope and salvation. In Him we trust. Our faith is anchored in Him. In Jesus name. Amen!
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INTERESTING FACTS
BIBLEFACTS 01 THE BIBLE WAS WRITTEN IN THREE LANGUAGES Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek Modern-day
Egypt
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were written
The original books of the Bible were not divided into chapters and verses The verses and Chapters were
02 THE BIBLE WAS WRITTEN ON THREE CONTINENTS 03 CHAPTERS AND VERSES WERE ADDED IN THE 1200S CE I AM WRITING TO YOU, FATHERS, BECAUSE YOU KNOW HIM WHO IS FROM THE BEGINNING. I AM WRITING TO YOU, YOUNG MEN, BECAUSE YOU HAVE OVERCOME THE EVIL ONE. 1 JOHN 2:13 GYHMMAGAZINE@GMAIL COM WWW GYHM ORG
Israel,
(Africa)
several of the New Testament epistles
from various cities in Europe
added in 1200 CE
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