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VOL3, NO 16 | JUL/AUG 2013

Content COVER STORY 17 Take Initiatve

Take a peek into the journey of a national bestselling author, Lane Etride. Learn how to position yourself for greatness by applying elemental principles which Lane learned throughout the course of his life. Interview By: Tess Rutherford

FEATURES 15 Waiting on God

Discover what it means to wait on God in such a fast paced environment and culture. By: Lydia Lozano

It’s Time Receive inside access to Ozara’s recently released album lyrics, It’s Time. By: Ozara Odé

Finding Purpose A poetic piece which creatively describes the importance of leaving all of our cares, including those pertaining to our future, at the feet of Jesus By: Nichole Beaver

And I Reached A poetic piece which shows how to hold onto someone who appears to be unreachable. By: Ron Britton

IN EVERY ISSUE: Letter from CEO/Publisher 9 11 Laughter for the Soul 10 Recipe 24 Spotlight Book Review 6 Readers’ Voice

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CEO/Publisher Tess Rutherford

Editor Tina Mason - http://www.masonandmasonservices.com/

Graphic Artist Assistant Imari Rutherford

Writers

Lydia Lozano

Waiting on God, p. 15 For 25 years Lydia has been involved in missions & ministry outreach. She has a great love of serving God and people. Lydia currently works for Azusa Pacific University and is a freelance photographer. She is also an avid volunteer in her community and serves as director of Sunday school at a foster children receiving home. Contact her at lydia.laugh.live.love@hotmail.com.

Ozara Odé

It’s Time p. 21 A Singer, Songwriter,Playwright, and Poet who has been compared to some of the most profound singers of all time. Imagine Nina Simone meets Prince, Tina Turner meets Sade, and you will have a better understanding of what Miss Ode’ sounds like. http://www.ozaraode.com

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Nichole Beaver Finding Purpose, p. 13

While riding a mountain bike, she was hit by a car, but survived with minor bruises. On many occassions,the Lord has spared her life. Whenever Nichole has an opportunity, she writes and testifies of Jesus. Visit her website at victoriousheartinternational.com.

Ron Britton

And I Reached, p. 23 He is aâ&#x20AC;&#x153;Poetic Novelistâ&#x20AC;? which means he writes novels in the form of poetry. He is an author, mentor, and teacher as well. He writes on the topics of boys to men and relationships. Also, he writes children books, songs, and plays. Contact him at britton415@hotmail.com/(619) 415-7196.

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Letter from CEO/Publisher Tess Rutherford

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I’ve made my fair share of mistakes growing up. I thought my punishment for my wrongs equated to no future. How could I expect such a bright future when the road I had traveled was all too dark? Most of us are wise enough to know that this is faulty thinking. Our relationship with God is not hinged on performance; instead it rests on faith. Before I understood that God had a plan for me, I had no thirst or hunger for anything. I was not aiming for a targeted goal. I simply lived not knowing that I could do something that affirms my very existence. With the help of encouraging people around me, I began to buy into the notion that God, indeed, had a plan just for me! I have to tell you this was the greatest news that I had re-

ceived after getting saved. So I went on a quest to search high and wide for the details of this magnanimous plan. I read a number of books on the shelves dealing with finding purpose or fulfilling the will of God. However, I was still left in the dark about where I fit in the world. So I asked God over and over, “What is this plan?” It’s interesting that he did not tell me right away. In retrospect, it was a great idea. If God had of told me, I would have done everything in my power to make this plan happen right away. Soon enough, I believe that I received feedback from God on what this plan entailed. Oddly enough, it left me wanting to know more. For one, he did not tell me everything I wanted to know. Secondly, the content of his message was not crystal clear; it was borderline encrypted. Even to this day, I cannot pinpoint exactly where I’m going, but I know that I am going somewhere. I believe this was God’s unique way of motivating me to carry out his plan.

print in front of us enables us to walk by faith and not by sight. And the curiosity of not knowing it all, should give us the motivation to “just do”. The point I wish to make here is that God may not reveal the full plan to you. He will give you a little bit here and a little bit there. He gives you enough to keep you excited about carrying out this mysterious plan. My encouragement to you is not to get frustrated by the unknown. Live in the moment of the spirit of God and he will lead you to that victorious place. You are going to thoroughly enjoy this issue of Empowered. It’s all about Purpose!

Tess

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Healthy Eating

Chicken Sate With Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

Directions

1/2 cup low-sodium chicken stock

8 (8-inch) bamboo skewers, soaked for 20 minutes

1/2 cup lite coconut milk

3/4 cup Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce, recipe below

2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce

2 tablespoons minced fresh basil or cilantro leaves

1 shallot, sliced thin

1/4 cup chopped toasted peanuts

1 clove garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons Thai fish sauce (or 2 additional teaspoons low sodium soy sauce) 1 tablespoon brown sugar 1/2 teaspoon lime zest 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast pounded slightly and cut into 1-inch strips

In a medium sized bowl, whisk together the chicken stock, coconut milk, soy sauce, shallot, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime zest, and ginger. Add the chicken strips and marinate for 1 hour. Remove the chicken from the marinade and discard the marinade. Spray a nonstick grill pan with cooking spray and preheat over a medium-high flame. While pan is heating, thread chicken onto skewers. Grill 2 to 3 minutes per side, until meat is cooked through and has light grill marks.

Spicy Peanut Dipping Sauce: 1/2 cup natural creamy peanut butter 1/4 cup low-sodium chicken broth

Serve chicken skewers with Peanut Dipping Sauce, and garnish with basil or cilantro and chopped peanuts.

3 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1 1/2 tablespoons brown sugar 1 1/2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger 2 tablespoons lime juice 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes 1 teaspoon red curry paste 1 shallot, peeled and roughly chopped

Place all ingredients in blender and blend until smooth. Sauce can be made 1 day ahead of time, and will keep 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.

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A businessman was in a great deal of trouble. His business was failing, he had put everything he had into the business, he owed everybody it was so bad he was even contemplating suicide. As a last resort he went to a pastor and poured out his story of tears and woe. When he had finished, the pastor said, “Here’s what I want you to do, put a beach chair and your Bible in your car and drive down to the beach. Take the beach chair and the Bible to the water’s edge, sit down in the beach chair, and put the Bible in your lap. Open the Bible; the wind will rifle the pages, but finally the open Bible will come to rest on a page. Look down at the page and read the first thing you see. That will be your answer, that will tell you what to do.” A year later the businessman went back to the pastor and brought his wife and children with him. The man was in a new custom- tailored suit, his wife in a mink coat, the children shining. The businessman pulled an envelope stuffed with money out of his pocket and gave it to the pastor as a donation in thanks for his advice. The pastor recognized the benefactor, and was

curious. “You did as I suggested?” he asked. “Absolutely,” replied the businessman. “You went to the beach?” “Absolutely.” “You sat in a beach chair with the Bible in your lap?” “Absolutely.” “You let the pages riffle until they stopped?” “Absolutely.” “And what were the first words you saw?” “Chapter 11.”

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Finding Purpose... By: Nichole Beaver

At the top of the hill

let healing come, for every soul

rections

oh, be still; keep moving to the motion of His will

be not carnal. only magnify Him

steering like the needle of a compass

carry on through, the intensity laid upon Him

working wonders by His power

the calm of yesterday’s past

will define the course of triumph, Halleluiah!

more than a conqueror—resisting temptations

surrender to the future to the last,

sigh no more, breathe freely with peace

finding grace, strength from the Throne

grasp His word, confidently trust His truth

ignite the Holy Spirit to release,

oh, wonderful hope in Jesus

wisdom prayer – understanding, falling at His feet

our Friend. Amen

doing His plan; day by day, seek Him – whole heartedly obey

thrust deeply into the darkness, making the enemy bleed—allowing for victory to consume, swallowing up all that’s contrary to Calvary’s Cross! oh, for Jesus there’s no loss!

worshipping Him, glory to His name alone cancelling all doubt, standing without fear knowing He comes near! let Him whisper in the ear –di-

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Handle your Emotions God’s Way! explores 52 negative human emotions and provides real life examples and biblical principles to controlling one’s emotions God’s way. The book is available at Berean’s bookstore, Barnes and Noble, Amazon, tessrutherford.com and many other internet sites!

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Waitig on God By: Lydia Lozano

â&#x20AC;&#x153;God blesses the people who patiently endure testing and temptation. Afterward they will receive the crown of life that God has promised to those who love Him.â&#x20AC;? James 1:12 (NLT)

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How many times in your life have you had to wait? Maybe it was when you waited in a long line at the store for a pack of gum. Maybe you had to wait to see if the company you applied for will offer you a job after an interview. Or maybe you are waiting for your best friend to decide what to wear just to go out for coffee. We ALL have had to wait at one time or another. Like it or not we don’t live in a “fast food” world. Oh yes, we do have faster cell phones, lightning speed computers, and “blink of an eye” networks, but is faster better? Have we all lost the art of WAITING? Many wonderful things happen to those who wait. *An expectant mother waiting for her child to be born - 9 months *A kindergarten student waiting to graduate from High School 13 years *A family paying off a house -

approximately 30 years *God waiting for a lost sinner to repent - sometimes a lifetime Now ask yourself these questions… Do you get frustrated when events in your life take a long time? Is patience one of your virtues? Our world is going through a time of transition and we all have a dilemma. We all have to wait on the Lord. Life is all about changing, and in that change we need to learn patience. Let me challenge you in something. Take a 30 day challenge with me. Why don’t we unite in prayer? You might say, “Well, I don’t pray.” That is why this is a challenge. I dare you to take time to say a quick prayer every day for 30 days. It doesn’t have to be fancy. It is as easy as talking to a friend. In your prayers let God know three things. First,

let God know what you are worried about. Second, let God know what you are grateful for. Third, let God know that you need help in trusting Him. All God wants from you is to spend time with you. You don’t have to be perfect or even saved to talk to God. All God wants is your time. If you take this challenge, I would love to hear what God reveals to you. I am willing to wait for you because God is so willing to wait for me! In this challenge I know that you will learn that when you connect with God, you tend to trust Him more, and in trusting God more you will learn to be more patient, and in patience, you will believe that God has your best interest at heart. I would love to hear from you. You can email me at lydia.laugh. live.love@hotmail.com. I look forward to reading your stories about waiting on God!

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Take Initiative

Interview By: Tess Rutherford

Lane Ethridge is a contributing writer for the national best selling book, Initiative. He is a successful entrepreneur with a proven track record with the direct selling industry. He is also the founder of a non-profit foundation, Legacy Initiative, geared to help motivate and inspire people to become who they were created to be. Though he has accomplished some fantastic things in his lifetime, there is still yet more for him to achieve. Continue reading to learn more of his story. Jul/Aug 2013 | http://empoweredmagonline.com

Lane Ethridge’s background is in education. He taught in Maryland for years, but after getting Robert Kyosaki’s book, Rich Dad Poor Dad, his entire course of life changed. It became evident to Lane that in order for him to get to the place of his dreams, he would need to start doing things differently, and this entailed making a major career move. During Lane’s off months from teaching, he

invested a great deal of monies in getting trained on how to buy properties, how to flip properties, how to build a team, and how to negotiate a deal. After being equipped with knowledge and hands on training, Lane and his girlfriend relocated to San Diego, CA. Not long after transitioning, Lane noticed a shift that was taking place in his relationship with his significant

the best decision for the both of them. Once he arrived home, he felt very similar to the apartment’s condition – empty. But it was an eye opener for Lane in knowing that things will come and go, relationships will come and go, but at the end of the day we need to be happy and content with who we are and never give up on our goals and dreams. There was a bit of excitement for Lane in turning the page to this

would pour himself into read- other. Things were shifting for next chapter in his life, but it was ing entrepreneurial books. He the worse. Although he and his also quite scary. was so captivated and hungry girlfriend were physically to- According to Lane, any for what that looked like for him gether, they were journeying on relationship you have will affect and what he needed to do to get separate paths. This ultimately the way you think and act. The there. Because of the potential led to the demise of the rela- question of who you surround financial rewards, real-estate tionship. During Thanksgiving yourself with, and who supports seemed like the most attractive while Lane was visiting family in your vision, and who is willing field to dive into. Most of the fi- Maryland, he received a phone to go through the ups and downs nancial achievers who Lane was call that the relationship was with you should be addressed reading about had attained their over. Lane says that on his re- with the utmost importance. success through real-estate in- turn home, he purposed to pro- Lane seized his single time by vestment. So Lane thought he, pose, but in his heart of hearts embarking on a personal develtoo, would give it a whirl. He he knew that parting ways was opment journey. The premise of 18 Jul/Aug 2013 | http://empoweredmagonline.com

this self-discovery was to teach caught Lane by surprise, but af- fascinating story in presenting himself how to be successful in ter chewing on it for a bit, he re- the key principles from Napoentrepreneurship and how to be alized that this goal had more to leon Hill’s legendary bestseller, successful in Think and Grow Rich. The who God creidea behind it is you are just ated him to be. three feet from that next thing He had to rewhich will get you to where assess his moyou need to be. Lane was so tives and uninspired by both books that derstand how he went out and bought a yard he could utilize stick and carried it everywhere his skills to be he went – on dates, grocery a greater asstore, and networking events. set in helping The yard stick was a tangible others. Lane reminder to Lane that he was says, “As you not very far from meeting his accomplish future bride or stepping into more things, the next door of opportunity. it simply poLane had his hopes high that sitions you to something exciting would haphelp more peopen for him, and sure enough ple accomplish something did - thanks to his more things. yardstick! On average, Lane was giving a talk on most peoreal-estate investment, and ple start out as been his custom, he carwith the same ried the yardstick in his hand amount of rewhile giving the presentation. sources and After his delivery, a group for the people of guys approached him and who attain asked for the backdrop story great financial on this yardstick. Lane went success...they on to tell the gentlemen how were willing to he had been touched by both do something books, Three Fee from Gold that someone and Think and Grow Rich. else was not willdo with leaving a legacy. What Lo and behold, the author of ing to do. You may not have all can you leave that will perpetu- Think and Grow Rich, Greg of the skills to accomplish what ate beyond your existence on Reid, stepped front and cenyou want. This is okay because earth? After Lane took time to ter amongst the crowd to shake you will develop skills along ponder this for his own life, he Lane’s hand. Lane had lived his the way. My process entailed suddenly realized that for him, life on Matthew 7:7, Ask and you reading lots of books, associat- real-estate would not help him shall receive, knock and the door ing with the right people, and achieve his 500 year goal; there- will be opened…, and it was eviattending seminars.” Lane at- fore, he made a conscious deci- dent that God was blessing him tended one eye-opening seminar sion to let it go. above what he was asking. Lane and the keynote speaker posed One of the books Lane was beyond excited about this such an outrageous yet poignant had read was Three Feet from new found relationship. As Greg question – What is your 500 Gold by Sharon Letcher and learned more about Lane and his year goal? Initially, the question Greg Reid. This book tells a personal journey, he asked Lane 19 Jul/Aug 2013 | http://empoweredmagonline.com

to co-author a book with him along with other writers. Lane immediately said yes and that is how the book, Initiative came about. It’s a novel based journey about a young lady who is stuck in a place where she doesn’t want to be but need that initiative to go from point A to point B. Along the journey, the girl meets with real life people with real life experiences to guide her along the journey.

er you do, don’t be sedentary, take action and start moving and you will figure things out as you go along. Engage in activities that will help you learn different things about yourself. The key to fulfilling destiny is becoming an expert in who you are. To connect with Lane, visit his website at http:// laneethridge.com

Lane says that he kept asking God questions. What do I need to do? Who do I need to become? Where am I going? Where am I right now? And he says not one of his questions went unanswered. Timing is everything. It takes some doors a little longer than normal to open but the idea is not to quit. Greg Reid has mentored Lane about remaining true to his core values. “There are too many people out there taking short cuts to make big bucks.” There was a time when Lane saw his role models as super heroes thinking that they cannot possibly have fears or any other insecurity that us common people have. But the truth is they have been through very similar situations as the common person. It takes a lot of blood, sweat, and tears to make it to a place of pinnacle success. His advice to those who are struggling to find their way in the world is to become better at being you rather than someone else. Find out where you need to spend the most time developing yourself. He recommends taking the StrengthFinders, Myers-Brigg, or DiSC for a personality assessment. And conduct a home based psychological assessment by asking close friends and family questions about yourself such as What am I good at? What frustrates you about me? Whatev-

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Message from Ozara Odé: We’ve all been there. Arguing with our mate, trying to run it out, talk it out, and laugh it out, when what we really want to do is work it out. That’s every aspect of our lives- where we desire to live life abundantly, with peace of mind and love. The lyrics suggest we look at ourselves to make correct, or adjust any situation we are in. Self actualization and Self- determination. It’s Time to let go of pain, hurt, grudges, judgement, and embrace who we really are, and get what we really want and need. We are the answer to the question. We are the solution to our own problems. Check out video: http://www.youtube.com/ watch?feature=player_embedded&v=RDNU25WOfvM

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Traveling it seems alone Sometimes I wanna Just slip away For a chance to figure out How to live in a better space What’s your reality The lack of celebration If your life ain’t right Better take a look and see How many times & How many ways You caused your own pain It’s Time (2) To take a look in the mirror It’s Time (2) Let it go let it go let it go It’s Time (2) To see I’m the only one stopping me It’s Time (2) Let it go Let it go I can read the handwriting on the wall Know how to get up every time I fall Gotta break away from whatever the poison That just won’t let me be me I know I need to take responsibility It’s Time I laid it all on the line Show the world who I’m suppose to be I need to live my life out loud, Right now It’s Time (2) To take a look in the mirror It’s Time (2) Let it go let it go let it go It’s Time (2) To see I’m the only one stopping me It’s Time (2) Let it go Let it go What’s your reality The lack of celebration If your life ain’t right Better take a look and see How many times & How many ways You caused your own pain

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And I Reached By:Ron Britton

And I reached for her though she was full of hurt and pain; I waited silently while

spirit reaching out for me with walls of separation, but I would not be detoured. I

praying for healing. I wanted to love her unconditionally without expecting

was willing to hold on for two life times if thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what it took for her to say yes. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve

anything in return until her complete recovery from past wounds. I fell in love the

never known a love so deep that I was ready to commit myself to restoring her

moment I understood that she was the love of my life. I prayed and asked God if He

confidence for the rest of my life. Every time I walk into her presence I can

could use my hands as a part of her therapeutic liberation. I was willing and able

feel the essence of her being. I know in my heart that she is the one for me and I

to remain by her side until the sun began to rise once again so that hope could

will find a way to communion with her soul next to mine. I know one day she

grow without measure. When I looked into her eyes I saw the tenderness of her

will see that my love is genuine as pure gold as I continue to reach for her.

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Initiative by Greg Reid and co-authors Alia Ott, Arvin Hsu, Brian Roman,

Daniel Kravitz, Deborah Clark, Deborah Ives, Donna Beccia, Doug Bench, Dwain Johnson, Eldridge DuFauchard, Fred Becerra, Ishwari Jay, J Massey, James Pham, Jayne and Peter Stanyon, John Carmona, Kent Georgi, Lane Ethridge, Lori Taylor, Martha Reed, Michael S. “Boot” Hill, Randy Hausauer, Randy Ngan, Rosemary Medel, Tim Campbell, Tom Thomson, William Janeshak Morgan Kingsbury just got laid off her dreary job. The search for her next gig leads her to a serendipitous meeting with someone who urges her to look beyond getting into another cubicle and into her sense of fulfillment in life. As she moves forward in her journey, she discovers what others did to find the initiative that led them towards continuous achievement. Following Morgan through chance encounters, she realizes her biggest dream. She also comes across the challenges that go alongside reaching her dream. You’ll fall in love with Morgan in this animated, easy to read parable packed with laughs and inspirations of perseverance. She proves every dream is just initiatives away from reality.

Buy Book Today!

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StrengthFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath

The long-running #1 Wall Street Journal bestseller. Listed as the top-selling business book worldwide by The Economist. Do you have the opportunity to do what you do best every day? Chances are, you donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t. All too often, our natural talents go untapped. From the cradle to the cubicle, we devote more time to fixing our shortcomings than to developing our strengths. To help people uncover their talents, Gallup introduced the first version of its online assessment, StrengthsFinder, in 2001 which ignited a global conversation and helped millions to discover their top five talents.

Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill Napoleon Hill accepted Andrew Carnegieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s offer on the spot, and thus was granted the rare opportunity to study firsthand the greatest business leaders in the world including Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone, Alexander Graham Bell, John D. Rockefeller Jr., the Wright brothers, F. W. Woolworth, Luther Burbank, Marshall Field, and hundreds more. Andrew Carnegie also arranged for Hill to meet President Theodore Roosevelt and President William Howard Taft, and both President Woodrow Wilson and President Franklin D. Roosevelt asked Hill to work for them when they served in the White House. Mahatma Gandhi sought him out, as did other world leaders and heads of state. For almost thirty years Napoleon Hill devoted himself to interviewing over five hundred of the most famous and successful leaders in every field, as well as thousands of other entrepreneurs, both successes and failures. The result of those years of exhaustive research made Hill one of the best-selling authors in history and one of the most influential voices in America. In 1962, Napoleon Hill and his wife, Annie Lou Hill, established The Napoleon Hill Foundation.

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