Good day to  all,

  I know it has been a while, but I have not forgotten about this blog and the people on it.  I just had some trouble logging on for the last couple of months or so, but here I am. I just have so much to say, mainly of the many blessings that God has given me and I want to give you a personal testimony to encourage you my brothers and sisters that God is real and faithful. Don't give up!

Back in August of last year, I made up my mind that I was going to the holy land, Israel this year in April 2010. I did not know where the money was going to come from, but I told God that I truly wanted to go and continue to rely on his word for solace.

Months went by and the deadline for payment drew near, yes I was nervous because I did not have the money yet, but continue to believe God that He was going to provide. By this time, I was working overtime, double time and triple time at my job to pay for the balance, but all that did is just stress me out, because I still did not have enough money. When I called the travel agency to inquire how much time I got left, they mentioned that I have only two weeks and that's when the battle  came in full force.
Man, all of these thoughts came , saying that I will never get on that plane and see the Holy Land. You should be ashamed of going there, when you got no money and you name it. But my eyes were on His Word and continue to believe that He will provide.

This was not easy and I told God how frustrated I was, but deep inside I knew it was going to happen.

I spoke with a friend one night and also told her my frustration. I did not mention any doubt that I was going to Israel, I just didn't know when.

Then the next morning on January 24, 2010, when I went to church for the Word,  the brethren and myself got our praise on! We sang the song Giants do die and my giant as you can see was the money to go to Israel. I have not praised God so hard in my life, because I knew a blessing was around corner so I had to thank him even more!

After service, I got the word and my blessing manifested.  My friend who spoke with me the night before, gave me the rest of the money to pay off the rest of the balance. This was thousands of dollars, certainly was not expecting from her but I was sure glad the battle was over!

Thus, we as the body of Christ must continue to fight the good fight of faith and believe in His word. His word is the same yesterday, today and forever. Always set your eyes on His word and I tell you He will deliver!

I love you all and I pray that you all stay strong!

Your sister in Christ,

Isabis Inside

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I have been attending this event now for 5 years.  It was the Reebok Grand Prix and now named Adidas Grand Prix because Reebok was bought by Adidas.  Upon arrival on the media bus and disembarking at the entrance of Icahn Stadium a little after 2pm the usual excitement that I had gotten used to was MISSING! 
People were just strolling in as if attending a Sunday evening event.

I saw quite a few folks trying to offload their tickets.

I got myself situated in the media tent and went for a stroll myself.  I saw quite a few persons I know from Alpha, Jampact, other media colleagues and even one of the teachers from my school.

I have learnt from another reliable source that Bolt will be appearing.

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Right after Penn Relays where the over 50,000 strong were apparently there just to see the fastest man on earth run the buzz was on for Adidas Grand Prix.  Bolt was confirmed!  Tickets on the homestretch finish line at Icahn Stadium were hard to come by.   The press launch was held in Manhattan and everything was set to go.

Then, we all got the sad news.  Bolt was injured the anouncement went.  He would not be able to make this IAAF Diamond League event in NYC, afterall.  The buzz disappeared, the temperature dropped and folks were no longer interested in getting tickets.  Many started offloading those they had purchased.

By now the event is sold out.  Sold out off the back of Bolt's appearance.

Some reminded many of us that the last time the top Chinese hurdler, Liu Xiang, could not run he still came out on to the track and waved to the crowd.

Many of us are hoping that Bolt will do the same.  I understand up to last night from a reliable international sport media person that he is, in fact, in town.  Will he appear just to appease his adoring fans?

Does Adidas owe us that much?

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