Allegiance to God

I pledge allegiance to my God;
Who created every nation.
I pledge to walk in dominion, authority and might
And to faithfully guard my station.

I pledge allegiance to His cause;
To help His Kingdom grow
And to share the truths found in His Word
Everywhere I go.

I pledge to walk in His power
All the rest of my days.
And to awaken in heart to righteousness
As I understand more clearly His ways.

I pledge to speak His perfect will
And see it manifest
And to stand in faith through every trial
As I successfully pass each test.

I vow to walk confidently through valleys and to never stand in doubt
For I am persuaded in my mind that He will always deliver me out.
I promise to resist all evil reports and to enter quietly into His rest.
For my attitude is that of trust in God to bring unto me His best.

So, I pledge my allegiance to my God
Who loves me without fail
And I align my mouth to speak His word
As I live the prophecy He did foretell.

~Debra Poole Declouet

Copyright 2012. Women of Destiny, LLC. Debra's Poetic Justice.

THE MAKING OF A VIRTUOUS WOMAN.

WELCOME TO A BRAND NEW LIFE!

A LIFE WHERE YOU GROW, MATURE, DEVELOP, CHANGE, EVOLVE AND RESOLVE TO BECOME YOUR VERY BEST YOU; THE WOMAN GOD KNEW BEFORE THE FOUNDATIONS OF THE WORLD… THE WOMAN HE IS LOOKING FOR IN THIS EARTH RIGHT NOW, DOING THE VERY THING(S) YOU WERE CREATED, DESIGNED AND EQUIPPED FOR!

IT’S TIME TO LIVE THE PROPHECY THAT GOD SPOKE OVER YOU AS HE PRECISIONALLY PUT YOU TOGETHER, TIME TO ALLOW IT TO COME TO AND THROUGH YOU FOR THE PERFECTION OF PURPOSE, THE MANIFESTATION OF PROMISE AND FINALLY FOR THE SATISFACTION & GLORIFICATION OF GOD ALMIGHTY.

IT’S TIME TO EMERGE BEAUTIFULLY… EMERGE THE WOMAN YOU NEVER KNEW; YET, ALWAYS KNEW WAS WITHIN YOU. THE POWERFUL, ANOINTED BEING MADE IN THE IMAGE AND LIKENESS OF GOD; THE WOMAN SHAPED WITH THE SAME FORM AS OTHERS; YET, POSSESSES A UNIQUENESS ALL HER OWN. A WOMAN DESIGNED TO STAND OUT INDIVIDUALLY WHILE FITTING TOGETHER COHESIVELY AS A RELEVANT MEMBER OF THE BODY OF CHRIST.

WELCOME TO THE PROGRAM THAT WILL ALLOW THE REAL YOU TO SHINE THROUGH CONFIDENTLY AND COURAGEOUSLY AS YOU FULFILL YOUR DESTINY, LEARN YOUR PURPOSE, WALK IN YOUR PROMISE AND FINALLY LIVE YOUR PROPHECY!!!

ABUNDANCE IN LIFE BEGINS WITH THE DISCOVERY, DEVELOPMENT AND USE OF OUR GOD-GIVEN GIFTS, TALENTS AND SKILLS. TODAY BEGINS YOUR 12-MONTH JOURNEY TO THE BRAND NEW YOU. IT IS MY PRAYER, PURPOSE AND PROMISE AS YOUR MENTOR, TEACHER AND COACH, TO HAVE YOU WALK AWAY FROM THIS PROGRAM COMPLETELY EQUIPPED AND TRANSFORMED IN YOUR MIND AND BUILT UP IN YOUR SPIRIT AND BELIEF SYSTEM.

YOU WILL BE READY TO CONQUER THE WORLD, PRESENT BOLDLY THE NEW YOU AND EMBRACE THE TRUE GIFTS THAT JESUS GAVE DURING HIS CALARY EXPERIENCE, GIFTS OF: SALVATION, AUTHORITY, POWER AND ABUNDANCE IN LIFE, AS YOU NEVER HAVE BEFORE. WHEN WE’VE RECONNECTED TO THE POWER SOURCE AND WE EXPERIENCE THAT TRUE COMPLETE ONENESS WITH CHRIST, WE CAN ACTUALLY WALK CONFIDENTLY AND CONSISTLY LIKE HIM. REMEMBER: THIS IS YOUR BIRTHRIGHT AS A BORN-AGAIN BELIEVER; SO, LET YOUR TRANSFORMATION TO WHOLENESS BEGIN!

DEBRA “DEE” POOLE
President, E.B. University ~ LIFE-Style Epitomist and Destiny LIFE Coach!
Founder, Women of Destiny, LLC "Purpose-Minded to Promise".

E.B. University ~ Emerge Beautifully... U!

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Family and Tyler Declouet; my baby, inspiration & LOVE.

by Dee Poole on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 6:56pm

I mentioned earlier in the last blog that I'd finished with my family members but I'd be remissed if I didn't mention several other people all at once and then end this with my beautiful baby girl.

My family is huge and my love for them even more than that. I have been blessed with an awesome crew; they are beautiful, handsome, intelligent, talented, couragous, honorable and I can not overlook any of them.

Niece and Nephews: Lakisha, Arthur, Latoya, Terese, CJ, Courtney, Brandon, Terrell, Marshay, Donte, Kendre, Kye, Ivory, Khalil, D'Koby, Kiana, Ciara, Kidesha, Paris, Kaylee... oh my, that's alot to remember. Not to mention their beautiful children. I love each of you and thank God for the time we have shared and will share. It has been an honor to be a part of your lives and to watch each of you grow and mature. For those of you who are not close by, I love you and pray for you daily. May God richly bless and keep, honor and teach all of you HIS statures and ways and may you all come to KNOW and accept Jesus into your life (if you've not already). I pray wholeness for each of you and perfection in the places of purpose that God has preordained for you. God Bless, Aunt Deede.

To the host of cousins here on FB, I love you and for those of you who have played an intregal role in my life on any level (you KNOW who you are), I thank God for sending you and using you to help develop me. I pray continued success through life and complete and total surrender and agreement to HIS will for you and the the fulfillment of purpose prophesied (by GOD) over your lives. XOXXOXO, Deede

To my extended family (Declouet and Jones, etc)... thank you for your love and support of me all these years. It's been over 18 years of KNOWING and growing with you. I appreciate the love that is still shown to me by you and the continued help and acceptance of Ty in your homes, hearts and lives... I know what you're thinking, she is your family and you are absolutely right. I LOVE Y'ALL and pray God's hand of Power and heart of LOVE for each of you forevermore. May God Bless YOU Always.

NOW, my darling heart... what can I say? MY life completely changed at your birth. You are the second true ministry that I had and the first that I recognized. It was YOU, before you ever breathed your first breath, who inspired me to change. It was knowing I was responsible for a life that made me rethink my decisions and take a close look at what I call life... I now know that I wasn't living at all until I surrendered to Christ and that was inspired by the idea of you.

The woman I am today is because of the example I wished to be for you and that example has allowed me to share the transforming principles of Christ's Word with others. Still today you inspire ministries by teaching me. If I deal with something challenging with you, I realize that I am not the first, nor will I be the last and in that I think to do something with this knowledge that will empower others. "Finding ME... More" is a testament of that in this earth. I journey not in vain because I constantly use the insight given me to make someone else's journey a little bit easier.

I continue to look to the time when we will walk in this capacity together; however, in the meantime... it is my complete JOY and HONOR to pour into, nurture and prepare you for your next roles in life. YOU are my ministry, Tyler Danielle and the true love of my life. A beautiful composition of and from a beautiful FATHER... a happy, healthy, joy-filled reminder of what was (Daniel), what is (US) and what is to come... (Abundance) and I am forever grateful for the role of being your mom. YOU keep a smile on my face and I know your prayers cover me daily... I smile even more knowing that YOUR LOVE will forever remain even after life.

This is dedicated to the ONES I Love... & LIKE. It is a heartfelt acknowledgement of all who have been a part of my life on a most personal level.

Finally to the one I live to love and nurture forever... my darling daughter, Tyler D.

~dp

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Joycelyn K. Banks

by Dee Poole on Monday, August 1, 2011 at 10:56am

I smile at the thought of writing this particular blog. It is to HONOR my last sibling and it ushers in a new paradigm of Honor beyond this realm; however, the smile that is upon my face is not one of relief for the new place... the smile comes when I think of today's recipient.

I do not wish to brag but I feel like I'm about to; it's like you can't help yourself. I LOVE and LIKE Joycelyn because she's AWESOME!

I have watched my little sister, whom I used to babysit at a very early age, blossom into a beautiful, intelligent and accomplished young woman. I am so proud... she just graduated from High School and attained a Certification while there, she was a Co-Captain of the dance team @ Northside High School and still dances today having traded the applause of the students for the admiration and applause of the church. She is a hard worker, kind, loving and consistent which is something that a lot of people struggle with.

Consistence means you are the same way every time... now, to be truthful, we all have changes in mood: happy, sad, laughing, crying, feeling pain, or extreme joy... this is not what I'm referring to. I am talking about character and being able to trust that beyond emotions she is the same with me and all around her. She is committed to her family (often becoming my designated babysitter) and doesn't complain (much). I love that I can depend on someone I trust with one of my most prized possession... my daughter, Tyler.

Joycelyn, because this is for you today, I wish to remind you of the days that make me smile when I think of you, they are: the day you graduated from Ms. Grace Dance Academy and I rewarded that accomplishment with my beloved collectible porcelain musical dancing doll... words could not express the feelings that overwhelmed me that night as I watched in amazement the anointing that is upon you to dance. It was with complete joy and pride that I sat there, like I was your mom instead of your sister. I still feel that protective, maternal feeling towards you (perhaps b/c I had the joy of nurturing your life from the very beginning, ;-)). The second occasion is the night of the YOUTH/YOUNG ADULT EXTRAVAGANZA, wow!!! I will never forget the way your liturgical/mime dance ministered to me... girl, you are definitely anointed and God has truly put a divine gift in you for it.

I look forward to our conversations and your next moves.

You are an amazing woman, always remember that and as you journey through life, it is my prayer that God increases HIS hold upon you and that you make this world stand up and take notice of the LIGHT OF GOD on the inside of you. An anointing like yours is not made for small settings, though we are not to despise small beginnings, they prepare us for the LARGE things God has in store for us.

I Love YOU, Kishaun... keep doing what you're doing... YOU MAKE ME SMILE cause YOU MAKE ME PROUD!!!

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today that person is Joycelyn Kishaun Banks and she is: my lil sis.

This is dedicated to the one I love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient is my lil sis, RHONDA POOLE!

by Dee Poole on Sunday, July 31, 2011 at 2:09pm

Inseparable... that was us!

Twins is what everyone thought, though two years separates our age. Rhonda and I have a unique relationship and because of that, you won't read about it in its entirety here; rather, you'll feel the Honor by what is NOT written.

I respect her for many different reasons: her persistence, dedication to life and those in hers, her taste and tenacity; however, the reason that I'll focus on today is... HER HONESTY!

"Realness" in today's society is rare; but, REAL she is. I have learned over the years to trust her honesty and though I may not always agree, I do consider and respect her view because I know it comes from a pure place. When you speak of this particular trait in an individual, it requires a lot of discretion. This type of person is invaluable in your life, you honor them and the roles they play so much that you don't do anything to hinder and harm it.

I love Rhonda and our relationship... we laugh a lot together, we speak honestly and truthfully without fear of being judged; we plan together and though we live different lives (we all do), they are very similar in terms of moral, parental and social beliefs. We both are very private when it comes to certain things and we honor that in and about each other. Trust is earned, not just given, and I TRUST her and her heart towards all things Dee. She is my little sis and one of my best friends and no matter where life takes us, she will always hold that title.

I respect and admire the intelligent woman that you are (Ms. Valedictorian) and the life that you have built for your family. You deserve to be HONORED for your commitment to excellence, your diligence and your many achievements.

I Love you always, and respect you even more. You have always played a special role in my life and I want you to know that when it was time to transition into the NEW those many years ago, it was YOUR input and undeniably heartfelt truth that helped me make the final decision. Still today, the thought of that day evokes an emotion of gratefulness for your presence in my life. I am the woman I am today, in part, because of your heart, for when you saw what you deemed unjust in my life, you had the courage and fiery determination to speak on it and see change. Your truth and honesty over 10 years ago won over any excuse I may have made prior. Thank YOU for that and I thank God for using YOUR TRUTH to break through the LIE and set me FREE.

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient is one of my most trusted sisters, friends, prayer partners and companions: A true believer and Woman of Destiny, Rhonda Poole.

Grounded, HUMBLED, and Blessed!

by Dee Poole on Thursday, July 28, 2011 at 8:35pm

How do you hold on to your history while reaching for your prophecy and walking in your destiny? Did you get that? Well, to be sure, let's take it one step at a time.

1.) History ~ not necessarily what you've been through; rather, who were you growing up and what things you liked then? What was fun to you? Who (family) did you love and why (this helps you to gain a unique appreciation for them)? What did they add to you? What did you LEARN from them that has equipped you for this journey your on? What were the things that brought you the most JOY and felt like God to you?

Example:
As a young girl I'd lie on my back, looking up at the sky and watch the clouds. I always loved landscapes and different scenery; I loved nature... hearing birds chirping, winds blowing and even rainfall. Today I still enjoy watching the shapes of the clouds, the sunset or rise, the stars and the moon; I still like the sound the rain makes on the windowpane... I love the rain when I'm not driving in it :-).

I carried that with me all these years, it makes me smile and brings me JOY!

2.) Prophecy ~ not a word in the future per se; rather, that thing on the inside of you that calls to you, pulls at you and longs for you to release it in this Earth. It is your purpose for living; you're WHY? Why do I exist; that "reason" is your prophecy. It is that thing that God had in mind for you when HE strategically, perfectly and meticulously designed you. HE has already equipped you for this thing; everything for its fulfillment lies within you... it sits dormant, awaiting your discovery and/or release. Another way of KNOWING this is by identifying the things that you are great at. Those things you could do with your eyes closed, they are so natural to you that it comes to you like breathing. This is
the purpose, promise and prophecy that God spoke over you during your creation. He fashioned you for it, nobody can do "THAT" like you. You're anointed for it and it brings you complete peace and JOY!!!

Example:
I love to write, right now as I sit I have things that were pulling at me and getting me out of my peaceful place... this time alone with God (by way of the Spirit) has allowed me to release that burden. I've given it over to Him, not on purpose, though I did that through prayer earlier, but subconsciously, without even thinking about it; I am made aware that I am thinking about this and NOT that and I have JOY and I feel and KNOW that God is present.
Operating here brings a PEACE which passes understanding!

3.) Destiny ~ did you know that you're walking in it right now. Presently we create our destiny!!! Every step you take, every move you make, you are literally designing, creating and/or changing your future. Your today is sown into tomorrow and so forth. Every word spoken, every seed planted, every soul saved or edified through your existence in this life. It's a part of your today which is shaping your tomorrow.

Example:

I read a book recently by Jeff Olson called "The Slight Edge" and in this phenomenal book, Jeff explains the difference between where you are now and what we'll call success; arriving where you want or wish to be (prophecy). He says, in this fast paced society we've forgot about the one element that we can't control but that we often lose sight of in rush to the finish line of life and that is time. We have forgotten the process portion of everything. Time ~ each of us have the same amount of it allotted to us daily; the question is, what are you doing with it? Are you enjoying this gift that we've often taken for granted and rarely acknowledged as we race to the next technological invention. Time invested in action today, action tomorrow and the next day will yield a crop of that action multiplied and it will gain its own momentum tomorrow and a steady natural flow for the duration of your existence. A steady progression of destined action will lead you to that place that you were searching for all along.

To remain grounded (rooted) remember your history; but, not the bad stuff only. We give too much energy to those things; rather, look with focused eyes to the places of your beginnings. These are those places or times that you’ve stumbled upon, ran across or walked into a new thing that you loved. We experience many firsts in life and a lot of them become a part of our being as we adapt to it. We add it to our person just as naturally as we add water and sugar to kool-aid and create something totally different in texture, flavor and form. It mixes and blends into you becoming second nature to you; like you've just put on a coat or added a layer of clothing.

To remain humbled (level-minded) means to do all you can with all you have and remain in a place of approachability, teachable, personable and honest in this one truth; no one race, gender or denomination are any better than the next. We all were created by Greatness, in Greatness for the sole purpose of manifesting Greatness in the Earth. (Greatness is interchangeable with GOD). We KNOW that God does nothing in vain; there is a purpose for everything He does, so that fact that He created us is reason to celebrate. Think not more highly of yourself than you ought; give love and respect to all.

To be blessed means to be empowered to prosper, to be established in truth and certain in all things. Whatever your goal in life may be, I pray that attached to your purpose is a people. We are blessed to be a blessing and many times we hear this in terms of financially; however, we can bless and be blessed daily by sharing a hug, and love.

Give of yourself in a different capacity than monetary and I guarantee the reward in HEAVEN and EARTH will be yours.

The love reciprocated, gratitude expressed and the appreciation given from one person to the next is so fulfilling. Blessings flow where there are a blessed places and people. If you’d take from your treasure (knowledge, wisdom, understanding, prayer, hugs, love, TIME and resources like money) and invest that into someone else, you'll have your reward in both realms because this is what we are here for. We are here to fill completely and subdue totally, the earth with the presence of God ALIVE IN US.

Embrace who you've been (grounded - HISTORY) ; reach for where you’re going (Humbled ~ PROPHECY) and start now with what you own and possess (Blessed and Destined ~ DESTINY)...

Remember your History, Pursue your Destiny and you will LIVE your Prophecy!

God Bless YOU.

~dp

This is dedicated to the one I Love... & LIKE! Today's Recipient IS: J. Lenette Poole, my big sis..

by Dee Poole on Friday, July 29, 2011 at 7:34am

Today I wish to HONOR my sister, Lenette. It wasn't difficult at all to know for what, she possess COURAGE like no one else I've known. Yep, that's right, COURAGE... she has the uncanny ability to stare opposition in the face, do whatever is necessary and when the dust settles, you best believe, she is still standing.

There were a few things that I could've shared about her; but, when it all balls down to it, this is what I see in every situation. She is "warrior" strong; like Daniel going into the Lion's Den because he chose to still pray to his God, like Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego going into the fiery furnace because they refused to bow down. She can even be likened unto Joshua leading the Children of Israel, after Moses death, into the Promised Land, my sister is a pioneer.

She is intelligent and fearless. Whatever she wants, whatever she desires, she goes for it! It reminds me as a Christian that the Lord requires us to be and do the same. We should be able to look adversary in the eye, stand with an iron-clad resolve that come hail or high waters, we will not be moved... I'm going to stand, no matter how hard the winds may blow or how long the storm clouds roll; I trust… I am steadfast and unmovable!

It takes confidence in oneself to do the things she's done. She was the first of our clan to pick up all her belongings, along with her children and move to an unknown land. It's funny because half of us are here where she first decided to move. She's an explorer, a warrior, confident and sure; she's a fearless fighter and whether she is fighting spiritually or naturally, it doesn't really matter... what matters is that she believes she can. Whether, she wins or shrinks back in defeat (rare); she is wise enough to be able to fight another day and that is what is required in life. Intelligence, courage, fearless determination, strength, confidence, and wisdom... now, add CHRIST and WOW!!! You now have a David on your hands, the kind of warrior that kills lions, bears and Goliaths; not just his thousands as Saul did; rather, his (or her) tens of thousands. How many enemies have she slain in her lifetime; only God knows, but I’m sure it ranks “HIGH” up there!

I love my sister, I REALLY DO... she's shown me a lot through the years without ever realizing it. When facing a difficult situation or when the storms of life come beating at the door, as they sometimes do, I stand and though I have the Word of God as reference to KNOW that the Lord will see me through, I also have Lenette, warrior princess, who smiles in the face of enemy, draws her sword, with her own armor of choice (David refused to wear Saul’s), takes her stance and fearlessly goes to war. She is such a sight to see... I pause only briefly as I am reminded of one of my favorite movies at the moment, Secretariat; I hear the scripture being stated at intro of the movie. God is speaking to Job (Job was complaining) as HE says to him: “Do YOU make the horse that runs fearlessly out to war... etc”?

God made my sister Lenette, just as HE did that astounding thoroughbred, and HE put in her a quick mind, precise hands, and fearless heart, as well as, stamina and endurance... she possesses the strength and courage of a winner.

That's who and what she is. J. Lenette Poole ~ pioneer, warrior princess and winner!!! I have my own action figure live in front of me and I LOVE ME SOME... HER!

This is dedicated to the one I love... & LIKE and today's recipient, hands down, is: J. LENETTE POOLE and I am blessed and honored to say that she belongs to me... she is my big sis!