Seasonal Friendships.

Haaaaaalo and ..
Welcome to    'M O M E N TS  W I TH OH-R eH!'
I just ran that in my head as though I have my own tv show, hahaa
Did you picture that??  

No  ?

Oh :/ .. I guess I'm in one of my 'unique' zones.

Since you didn't get it, I shall get back to the reason why I'm here.

To talk about S E A S O N A L   F R I E N D S H I P S.


I find it rather strange when I look back on how some of my friendships have gone from '100 to 0'.
When I say '100 to 0', I mean those friends to whom I was REALLY close with a couple months/years or even weeks ago but today we only say the occasional 'hello' 'hi' 'bye' or don't even speak to each other. Not because of betrayal but it just happened like so. Weird huh?!. I'm a 1001% sure this has happened to you before.  
Your previous 'ride or die' has now become the regular Tom, Dick & Harry to you. 

I pondered on this for a while,
then it dawned on me .  .  .

       As SEASONS come and go, so do friends.


 'There is a time to hug someone and a time to stop holding so tightly'                                   - Ecclesiastes 3:5 (ERV)
I only discovered this version of this particular verse some days ago, and boy oh boy I do love the bible. Need I say more??


Don't be offended if we aren't as close anymore or perhaps you're not as close to that person you once called 'bestfriend'.
The truth of the matter is, the season to which you were needed in their life is most likely over hence why you grew apart..

O U C H
That HURT right?
But it's the truth.

If you're going through this presently and are unsure of what to do perhaps because it hurts not being as close to that person as you were before then PRAY. Prayer is everything. Also THINK, think very well.

As the bible says, 'there is a time to hug someone and a time to stop holding so tight'.
Perhaps it's time to stop holding onto him/her so tight. You just might never know. 

Don't force that friendship my brother!

God bless you all.


Before I leave, imma leave you all with a current favourite song of mine. I just had to.
My playlist is ever changing so Enjoy.

                        Katapot by Reekado Banks

Peace, love & Moi moi 
P.S. I made moi moi today *backflips* or beans cake as my 'english' people will call it so recipe soon come.
If you don't know what that is, google it.

xo

#1 CURRENT FAVOURITES

The first 'Current Favourites' post!!

YAAAAAAAAY!! I'm sticking with the plan. Thank God.

Here are a few songs that have been on repeat for days now.

Enjoy & update your playlist :D

                    

                                Twale by Flo

I came across this song unexpectedly and I'm glad I did.

I absolutely LOVE IT!! It's a great worship song that always moves my spirit. The lyrics are just MWAH! Just incase you were wondering, 'Twale' means Respect I believe. 

                          Godwin by Korede Bello

I love me some Korede Bello!! Can't believe He is only 17 rn. Such amazing talent!! I don't think I'm a fully fledged #BELLOVER yet hahaa. It's the message behind the song that attracts me. Every truimph you experience, na GODWIN over that matter.

I DON BECOME DOCTOR, GODWIN!! Amen ooo .. 5.5 years and counting :D

                             Awww by Di'ja

Ever since her part in Mavins Dorobucci, I've been on the look out for her!     I like that she has a unique style which works for her. This song has CUUUUTEEEE written all over it especially for all my  lovers out there haha, enjoy! 

Aye Dun by Wande Coal

This was the first song I listened to this year 2015. I rinsed it out for the first week this year & I still love it!! 

My Darlin' by Tiwa Savage

This was a huge favourite of mine last year. I remember when I heard the song for the first time, I wasn't feeling it but when the video came out,     I fell in love! I practically watched the video every day when it came out. I don't watch it everyday rn .. ain't nobady got time for that. But I still love it! 

Planning Ahead.

H E L L O
It's a new month.

Hope your year has been great so far? 
If not, miracles do happen and we still have 10 months to go by God's Grace so chin up!

Just felt to drop a little something here & share with you some plans I have for my blog in future. 
YAAAAAAAAAAAAAY!! *excited grin* 
This is going to be a long post so drink some water to swallow it all down, hahaaha.

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       ''. . . . write the vision, make it plain upon tables, that he may run that readeth it''
                                                                  - Habakkuk 2 vs 2 (KJV)

- this scripture tells me to write my vision; i.e. write down my dreams, goals, aspirations.

- make it plain; i.e. as clear and specific as possible with direction.

- that I may run when I read it; i.e. when I think about the goals I have inscribed on paper or mentally, I am encouraged & determined to run towards achieving it by overcoming all distractions and focusing solely on it.

Now, don't we just love the bible? 

this is my interpretation & I believe it applies to YOU too.                  Write your vision, be specific and clear about it then work towards it.

With all that I have mentioned about writing your vision down, remember to entrust them in the hands of God so that He ALONE can direct your path. NOT your parents, society or friends!

It's important to do this because 'your thoughts are not God's thoughts, neither are your ways/plans His ways/plans' - Isaiah 55 vs 8

Now this doesn't mean you shouldn't plan ahead. PLAN! PLAN!! PLAN!! but whilst you do that let God in.

And even if you may have written that dream down, planned, prayed about it & it still looks bleak then know for sure that despite the present uncertainty your future will still be bright because .... 'God knows the plans He has for you. He has good plans, not to hurt you but to give you hope and a good future'                                                      - Jeremiah 29 vs 11.

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P L A N N I N G   A H E A D on moments with oh-reh.

Now if you've read 'the ore' section of my blog, I said I hope to share my interests i.e. fashion, food, music with you all.

Well I haven't done much of that & God willing I plan to start doing a bit of that here & there from now on. My university schedule is packed but all work and no play makes ........ (fill in the dots intelligent people).
So when I'm able to take pictures I'll upload them.

I also want to begin my make-up journey. Like be able to do my make-up to a very high standard. I can do my brows & the other basics but I want to branch out a bit more and also try out different products & styles. High end products especially... my bank account willing lol.
So I will be sharing my 'make-ups' progress with you all...

Also plan to update you on some of my favourites ranging from music to wardrobe items from time to time..



There's more to come but I shall start gradually.


thanks for reading.

Till next post my loves xo

you are NOT an accident.

I came across this poem in a book.
Thought I'd share it with you.

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You are who you are for a reason.
You’re part of an intricate plan.
You’re a precious and perfect unique design,
Called God’s special woman or man.

You look like you look for a reason.
Our God made no mistake.
He knit you together within the womb,
You’re just what He wanted to make.

The parents you had were the ones He chose,
And no matter how you may feel,
They were custom-designed with God’s plan in mind,
And they bear the Master’s seal.

No, that trauma you faced was not easy.
And God wept that it hurt you so;
But it was allowed to shape your heart
So that into His likeness you’d grow.

You are who you are for a reason,
You’ve been formed by the Master’s rod.
You are who you are, beloved,
Because there is a God!

                 - RUSSELL KELFER
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Ponder on it.
I shall leave you with this scripture:

'Before I formed you in the womb I knew 
[and] approved of you [as My chosen instrument], 
and before you were born I separated and set you apart, 
consecrating you; [and] I appointed you as a prophet to the nations'                - Jeremiah1:5 (AMP)



Happy New Year.
Remain Blessed x

1 4 lessons learnt in 2 0 1 4.

Last day in 2 0 1 4.

    W E  M A D E  I T  B R U H !
                     All Glory to God.

two thousand and fourteen was . . . . 
A lot happened..
Emotions ran high & low..

         But through it all, 
        My heavenly father didn't leave nor forsake me & my household! 


Highlights of 2014:

•   Getting into Med School; it wasn't easy, neither was it straight-forward. But BABA GOD NONI! Tale for another day.

• Trip to DUBAI!! Shout out to my uncle & aunty.

                            
                            And so much more . . .

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1 4 lessons learnt in 2 0 1 4

okay these aren't necessarily lessons, just want to share a few things that will stick with me from my experiences in 2 0 1 4. And hopefully a few tips you can incorporate into your 2 0 1 5.

1. Appreciation: I learnt the importance of appreciating life, health, food, friends, family. Don't wait till you loose something before you truly appreciate its worth.
2. Everyone deserves a second chance.
3. Don't let past failures make you feel inadequate or incapable of achieving.
4. Never give up on yourself: your vision & your dream. Have a dream? Write it down & pursue it.
5. Prayer is the most important weapon in battle.
6. Be open to change, new adventures and opportunites.
7. Sometimes, have a plan B. 
8. Have a problem? Talk to God 1ST!!
9. Never compare yourself with anyone. You have different destinies.
10. God's plan is far better & greater than what you may have envisaged for your life.
11. Don't be afraid to loose people that add no value to your life.
12. You cannot be friends with everyone.
13. Change is inevitable.
14. Surround yourself with like-minded people. Surround yourself with people that believe in you & your vision.

Now evaluate your 2 0 1 4 with no regrets.
Make sure you begin 2 0 1 5 with no excesses & a clear mindset..

New year, new er'thing.

'Behold, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs forth; do you  not perceive and know it and will you not give heed to it? I will even make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert'                                                              -Isaiah43:19 AMP
      

B R I N G  O N  2 0 1 5

whoooooooooooooooooooooooooooop! :D

'Tis the season.

    'Tis the season to be jolly;
         fa la la la la, la la la la 

Is it too late to sing Christmas carols??
Nehh. Never too late.

Even though Christmas Day has come&gone..
We're still in the jolly season.


   MERRY CHRISTMAS READERS!
 I hope you all had a fantastic one.

Amidst the eating & drinking,

REMEMBER that the purpose of Christmas is to celebrate the birth of           Christ Our Saviour (Messiah): JESUS . so He is indeed ..
            
               the REASON for this SEASON.

'For to us a Child is born, to us a Son is given;          

and the government shall be upon His shoulder, and               

His name shall be called Wonderful Counsellor, 

Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace'

                     -Isaiah9:6 AMP

'For to you is born this day in the town of David

a Saviour, who is Christ (the Messiah) the Lord!'

                     -Luke2:11 AMP

    #christmasdayselfie #eyebrowsoflife  

Watch out for my next post:
   14 lessons learnt in 2014.


Stay blessed xo

Take care of His business.

Hey beautiful people; hope you're all doing great?

In case you were wondering, I'm doing just fine, working hard out here to secure myself a better future...
Blahhhblahhhhblahhhhblaaah
  .... don't let me 'bore' you with the details of medschool.
Trust me, we'd be here ALL night loooooong.

You've had a lucky escape today, tomorrow might be a different story :P

Rant over. 

Take care of His business?

So you may ask, whose business should I take care of?

GOD's BUSINESS!

 - But seek (aim at strive after) first of all His kingdom and His righteousness (His way of doing and being right), and then all these things taken together will be given you besides. - Matthew 6:33 (AMP)

My Interpretation of Matthew 6:33:
a. Be concerned about His Kingdom, then every other blessing will be provided unto you.

b. Strive after His approval by doing things that are right and living right then every other blessing will be added unto you.

As a student, it is normal to get weighed down with school work.      Projects, exams & write-ups here and there ..

But when it is time to engage in activities which involve serving the Lord, let us avoid making excuses;  ''Ohhh, well I have this dissertation to complete'' - you had the whole week to complete it, why did you leave your dissertation till Sunday? That is procrastination at its best!!                                      
         

                                Read: http://momentswithoh-reh.blogspot.co.uk/2013/03/now-or-never.html

Create time for GOD! 
Remember that when you take care of God's business, He will surely take care of yours.

     
Till next time, x

New Beginnings.

A year & a few months and I'M BACK!

Might not be the best timing but God willing, I'll try to leave something here for you.

Every two weeks maybe? .. a month .. ? or whenever I feel inspired. 

I need some consistency up in here.
Can I get an Amen brother? 

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So NEW BEGINNINGS huh?

This past year has been extremely busy hence my absence; 

      but I'm aware that busy is an understatement for the years ahead.

Despite my 'busy-ness', I've learnt A LOT of things..

     ... about myself, life, people . . just everything!

Now I'm a little bit wiser & stronger!!

Jheeeeeeeze!! Haha don't mind me.

In my upcoming posts,

I'll share parts of what I've learnt in the hope that it encourages & inspires you.

I'm not fully grown yet, still learning 

  so as I embark on this new chapter in my life ..

    [Did someone say UNDERGRAD? Yep that's me.. GLORY TO GOD],

        I'll keep you all posted as it all unravels.

Thanks for stopping by...

Peace, love and m&m's

x

As a Christian, should I drink as long as I don't get drunk?.

Hello beautiful people :)

Its been a while since I've been on here.
Sorry about that, I've been a little busy.

Hope you've all been good children?
And I hope you're enjoying your Easter break?
The holidays have just begun and I'm looking forward to having fun. PS. My idea of fun is revision #geekymoments

Okay, back to the question that heads this post:
 'As a Christian, should I drink as long as I don't get drunk?'

I've felt the need to put this up for some weeks now. I prayed and kept thinking about it; I believe I received conviction and I finally created time to type it up.

So please let your hearts be receptive to all I have to say, it will do you all alot of good.


I've reached that age were drinking becomes a normal thing to do. Nowadays, I hear tales about drinking and hangovers associated with most teenage parties.
I don't really go to parties so I've never been in a position where I've been pressured to drink. But a while back, when people asked me if I'd drink at parties when I get to uni, I'd often reply saying, 
        'Yes, anything can happen but I will not get drunk'. 

I've always said that because I have always been aware of Ephesians 5:18 which says, 'Do not be drunk with wine, which will ruin you, but be filled with the Spirit'. I translated this as you can drink as long as you don't get drunk for so long now but much understanding, searching and exposure to certain things has made me realize that this isn't necessarily true. Infact, let me just give it to you straight:                                  AS A CHRISTIAN, YOU SHOULD NOT DRINK, let alone GET DRUNK!!

So now, if someone was to ask me that question again, I'd probably say: 'I have no intentions of drinking, but hopefully God will give me the strength to resist every urge to drink'



Some scriptures that talk about drinking:
Ephesians 5:18 'Do not be drunk with wine, which will ruin you, but be filled with the Spirit.' The bible clearly says it here that being drunk with wine WILL ruin you. Another version says it will destroy you. 

Therefore, I see no reason why you should take pleasure in doing something that WILL destroy you except if you obviously don't love yourself.

Clearly, God wants you to be filled with the Spirit instead of being drunk. Therefore, in my own opinion, alcoholism can be classed as a Spirit. As a christian, you should be aware that you cannot serve two masters, you're either HERE or THERE / FOR or AGAINST.
You cannot be equally filled with alcohol and filled with the Holy Spirit at the same time. That will NEVER work.

Let's look at Proverbs 31:4-6
'Kings and leaders should not get drunk or even want to drink. Drinking makes you forget your responsibilities, and you mistreat the poor. Beer and wine are only for the dying or for those who have lost hope. Let them drink and forget how poor and miserable they are.' 

Proverbs 20:1 also says, 'It isn't smart to get drunk! Drinking makes a fool of you and leads to fights.'


Proverbs 23:31-35
Don't let wine tempt you, even though it is rich red, though it sparkles in the cup, and it goes down smoothly. The next morning you will feel as if you had been bitten by a poisonous snake. ³³ Weird sights will appear before your eyes, and you will not be able to think or speak clearly. ³⁴ You will feel as if you were out on the ocean, seasick, swinging high up in the rigging of a tossing ship. ³⁵ “I must have been hit,” you will say; “I must have been beaten up, but I don't remember it. Why can't I wake up? I need another drink.”

I find it amazing how the bible holds the answers to all questions and talks about everything that relates to us.                                                       Reading Proverbs 23:31-35 completely shocked me because this is what happens with people that get drunk. They feel that drinking gives them some sort of boldness and strength yet don't realize that after getting drunk, they loose the little strength they had.
Also, like Proverbs 20:1 says, drinking definitely makes a fool of you because when people who had been  drunk at a party hear about the silly things they did, of course they feel embarrassed. They feel like they have made a fool of themselves. Yet, when they attend another party, they do the same thing!!


Proverbs 23:19-21, 'Listen, my child, and be wise! Keep your mind straight on the path. Don't hang out with those who get drunk on wine or those who eat too much, because drunks and gluttons shall become poor and drowsiness clothes them in rags'.

Another part of the bible encourages us to do things in moderation. No doubt that if you drink excessively, it will definitely cause trouble.
Remember that cancer, high blood pressure, depression, nerve damage or cirrhosis are real health conditions that all exist and are related to chronic heavy drinking.

Sadly, these health conditions are just a tip of the iceberg.

Remember drinking is a temptation but God has given you all the strength to overcome any temptation that comes your way. So I know you can do it.

Okay, now you may say but when I drink, I only drink a little, just a sip. I am not going to get drunk with just a sip!!! But please don't deceive yourselves.

It is not just a little harmless sip because a little harmless sip today will definitely become an uncontrollable gush tomorrow. 
One sip leads to another and from there on an addiction. You might not think that now but watch this space.


I got the image below from a BBC news article and it describes how alcohol affects the different parts of the body.
Here, take a look ...

1. Absorption of information restricted; memory impaired; inhibitions lowered
2. Tunnel vision; difficulty in distinguishing light intensity 
3. Central nervous system impaired; intestinal irritation can lead to ulcers; high levels can lead to coma or death
4. Change in fat metabolism, eventually leading to scarring of the liver
5. Sexual performance inhibited, possibly leading to impotence
6. Co-ordination and motor skills impaired; increased swaying

Source: Johns Hopkins University

I could seriously write more and I wish I could give a much more detailed explanation but I want to leave you all with a few things:

As a Christian, indulging in alcohol only destroys you.

If you are already struggling with your flesh then drinking alcohol just means putting yourself in more bondage.

Finally, to remain under the leadership of the Holy Spirit, you need to cut off completely from anything that influences you negatively.

God bless you all and thanks for making out time to read this.

Feel  free to share any questions or concerns you may have.

Love always, x

NOTE: Some of the things I have written have been taken out from my daily devotional: Open Heavens by Pastor E.A. Adeboye.

Is it a NEED or just a WANT?

Recently, I found myself saying things like:
''I need a cream blouse'' 
''I need a clutch bag'' 
''I need a pair of wedges''

After saying all these and much more, the next thing I asked myself was,
 'Ore, do you really need a pair of wedges or do you just want a pair?'

Notice the two words I have underlined above: need and want.

Is there really a difference between these two words?
Are they synonyms so therefore can they be used interchangeably?

NO! NO!! NO!!!
There is a BIG difference and they CANNOT be used interchangeably.

Okay then you probably ask, what is a need?
A need is a necessity.
A necessity is something that is indispensable - crucial, of paramount importance and is incapable of being neglected.

And what is a want?
A want is a feel, a desire, a wish or a craving for something.

So, I don't need a clutch bag or a pair of wedges, neither do I need a cream blouse. I only wish for/desire them.

Therefore using the words need or want interchangeably becomes a misconception of our priorities.

A need that is common to us all is: food, water and shelter.
These are often said to be the basic necessities of life. 
After this, the remaining things/people in your need list become personal to you.

So remember, if you can live without it then you probably don't need it.
You only want it.


Right about now, I will say shikena but you won't understand unless you're fully Nigerian.                      ( I mean flesh and blood )

But still, SHIKENA!! :)

Till next time lovelies x

Opportunity comes once in a lifetime.

So, I had to deliver a one minute speech at school about a topic of my choice in front of my year group.

Talk about NERVE-WRACKING!

But I did it!!

People that know me know that I can be very shy, laid back and quiet.
This was a real challenge for me and I'm happy I went for it. 

No regrets!!

Right, let me go straight to my point.
I just want to share with you the speech I delivered as it's something I believe we all need to hear.

It's about opportunities.
Here it goes . . .

'LOOK if you had one shot or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted - just one moment. 
Would you capture it, or would you let it slip?
Free education is one opportunity we all have in common.
You might not think it's an opportunity but think about people in other countries  who aren't as privileged as you. 
They aren't complaining, yet with the little chance they have, they work hard and still make something out of themselves.

So what about us?
What excuses do we have? We have all our opportunities set in front of us on a platter of gold.
Yet it baffles me how we sometimes think it's 'ok' to let them slip!

My advice to you all will be to capture the opportunity the school, government or any body else offers you because you never know where it may lead.
The only thing stopping YOU from making the most out of your opportunities is YOURSELF. 
So DON'T limit yourself; as they say, opportunity comes once in a lifetime.

Before I take my seat, I've got one thing to say which I hope you take away from this speech.
So here it goes ... 
You only get one shot so make it count because you may never get this moment again.'


Giving speeches might not be your cup of tea.
But whatever it is, PUSH YOURSELF.
Don't let your weakness be a barrier.

Challenge yourself and trust me, you'll be glad you did.

x

NOW or NEVER.

Just wanted to share something I read a while back with you.

It's probably something you've heard enough times.

It's all about TIMING.
Timing! Timing!! Timing!!!

I happened to come across something during one of my devotionals which said 'to get the best out of life, you must operate daily with a sense of time'.

Timing is extremely important; it is either NOW or NEVER; not LATER but NOW.

There is a time for everything, and everything on Earth has its special season according to Ecclesiastes 3:1 in the bible

Procrastination is something we've all done at one point.
I still do it sometimes.
But it's not safe, it only brings anxiety, uneasiness and unsteadiness.
I mean there is nothing stopping you from getting your work over and done with right NOW!

The final part of my devotional said, 'every second or minute you waste today will become wasted years tomorrow'. 

I remember when I was young, my mummy used to say, 'tick says the clock tick tick, what you have to do, do quick'. So ladies and gents, try to use your time effectively, you can achieve something that will change your destiny for the best in such a small space of time.

This is something I need to work on aswell.

Okay, you can rush off to finish your work NOW!
Thanks for spending a few seconds to read this post.

Till next time :]

Looking past the outward appearance.

There's no doubt that everyone has those days were they don't look 10/10.
Maybe it's your hair, eyebrows, shoes, make-up or your clothes are just not the latest fashion item.

There will always be days like those but don't dwell on them; don't let them define your beauty because the real beauty lies within you.

The fact that you don't have the best jewellery on doesn't make you less attractive than the girl next door.

I'm not saying you shouldn't look good, by all means try to look presentable but remember that even the bible tells us in 1 Peter 3:3-4 that 'It is not fancy hair, gold jewellery or fine clothes that should make you beautiful. No, your beauty should come from within you - the beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit which is of the greatest value in God's sight'.

I just love that scripture, it just about sums everything up in simple words!!

So what is the moral of the story?
Learn to look past your outward appearance by developing the beauty within. Your inner beauty could be developed by doing the simplest things like giving others a helping hand.

Remember that putting on a smile can also go a very long way; as the popular saying goes, 'a smile is the best make-up you could put on'

Peace, love and chicken grease x

Fresh off the boat.

WOOOO!! *screams*

So, I'm officially part of the blogging network.
Like I'm a blogger!!
I'm really excited about this and can't wait to see what the future holds.

Welcome on board this journey with me.

Fasten your seat belts,
And enjoy!

Live.Love.Life

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