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“Enter into his gates with thanksgiving, and into his courts with praise: be thankful unto him, and bless his name.” Psalms 100:4
I was awoken with an interesting dream the other night, May 27, 2010.
I was in a church that wasn’t familiar to me. My eldest son was there and he was doing some cleaning. He was handling some of my essential oil bottles. He happened to break the cap of one of the bottles which caused the oil and the fragrance to escape. I was talking to a guy that looked like Danny from CSI NY, when my son came over to tell me what had happened to the bottle cap.
Danny was asking me when were we going to join this church. I told him that the Lord had not released us yet–so we could not join. Then he said to me suppose it takes 13 years for you to get that release. My response was that I hope not for we have been praying to the Lord to give us the release this year. I mentioned to him that the good thing is that we can come to this church and participate in the festivities even though we are not released to join.
My son then came over a second time and told me he had broken another cap. My response to him was why wouldn’t you remove the oil and put it some place safe if you know that you have a tendency to break the caps. I was irritated at my son for breaking the bottles now.
Danny took this opportunity to leave.
People started to come in. They were exalting the Lord and praising him for what He had done and for who He is. It was amazing watch as the people were doing this. The musicians started to worship and praise the Lord as well. As I heard the music in my dreams I got caught up in the worship and started to worship the Lord as well in tongues and prophetically. My heart was extremely glad and jubilant. It was so real and in total worship. I was charged up in the spirit.
We were in the corridor of the church and there were a lot of people around me. I was giving them the Word of The Lord I had received. I seemed like I was giving it for a while. And I am not sure what I said. But after a while it was just two people left there.
When I gave this part of the word “Release your worship to the Lord and He will pour abundance into your bosom” (this was the word that I spoke). When I saw that only two people were there to receive this part the word I was irritated. I remarked that people need to have patience and learn to wait for the Word of the Lord.
One of the two women said to me “I receive the word.” That is when the dream cut off.
Although many may gather to hear the Word of the Lord, there will be few who are truly interested in knowing what God has said. But even fewer still will actually receive the word. It went from a large crowd to two. And out of the two half chose to receive the Word of The Lord.
The other part is to come into worship of the Lord with praise and thanksgiving on your lips. Don’t wait to be coerced or primed for worship. The people in the dream didn’t hear music playing they came in with worship, thankfulness and praise. This is what allowed the worship to go up into that higher level of worship where God was there speaking.
The oils I am not sure of the full significance of this yet. But in the dream the aromas were released because there was nothing left to contain it. The fragrance was able to ascend. The oil represented the prayers that had gone before and I believe the worship that had accompanied the prayers but also the foreshadowing of the worship that was getting ready to take place. In the dream my son was going through the act of cleaning–which could be repenting, confessing etc. But as he was doing it the caps of the oils got broken and these oils were expensive for they were essential oils and not just fragrances that mimic the sents of the oils.
The oils were spilt on the floor and not poured over people which can symbolize that the people for whom it was meant were not in their proper position to receive the anointing of the oil even though the time had come for the anointing to take place.
Prayer and worship go hand in hand and they are a sweet fragrance before the throne of God (Ps 95:2, Ps 100:4,Ps 141:2 and Rev 5:8).
God is looking for willing workers upon whom He can pour out His Spirit. As with Abraham we must believe and receive the Word God speaks to us without it, we can’t please Him (Hebrews 11:6).
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Essential oils can be used for inhalation, diffusion, baths, soaps, cooking, repellent, and candle making among other things. There are several ways these oils can be used.
Vaginal Retention: For systemic health problems such as candida or vaginitis. Mix 20-30 drops of essential oil in 2 table spoons of carrier oil. Apply mixture to tampon for internal infection or a sanitary pad for external lesions. Insert and retain for 8 hours or overnight. Use tampons/p[ads made with organic cotton.
Rectal Retention: Retention enemas are the best way to get essential oils into the urinary tract. (Use sterile syringe). Mix 15-20 drops of essential oil in a table spoon of carrier oil. Place mixture in a syringe and inject into rectum. Retain the mixture through the night (or longer).
Water Distillers and Filters: On the post-filter side of your water purifier you can apply oils like peppermint, lemon, clove, or cinnamon which will help to purify your water.
Dishwashing Soap: By adding essential oils to your liquid soap you can either improve the fragrance or the antiseptic action. (Fragrances like: lavender, lemon, orange, pine, fir, or spruce).
Cleaning and Disinfecting: Oils like peppermint, orange, pine, and tangerine are wonderful disinfectants when added to your dishwasher—but any other antibacterial oil can also be used.
Painting: By adding one teaspoon of your favorite essential oil to one gallon of paint will counteract the unpleasant smell of the paint. Because the oils are not fatty oils they will not leave oil spots on the wall (Young Living Essential Oils).
Surface Cleansers: In a plastic spray bottle mix water, a squirt of dishwashing soap, and 3 to 5 drops each of lavender, lemon and pine essential oils. Shake well. Now your homemade cleaner is ready for use. There are several other antiviral oils that are excellent for cleaning—grapefruit, lemongrass, thyme, eucalyptus, juniper, and spruce. Don’t use the oils directly on surfaces since they may stain (dilute the oils as directed above).
Floors and Carpets: Cleaning your floors with essential oils is a piece of cake. Use ¼ cup of vinegar in a bucket of water, add in 5-10 drops of lemon, pine, spruce, melaleuca alternifolia, Thieves oil blend (or any other suitable oil). If the floor is especially dirty add in several drops of dishwashing liquid.
To freshen you carpet you can add 16-20 drops of essential oil to a cup of baking soda or borax powder. Mix will and place in a covered container overnight this will allow the oil to be absorbed. Sprinkle over the carpet the next day and vacuum.
Hot Tubs and Saunas: Use three drops of oil per person in the hot tub—lavender, cinnamon, clove, eucalyptus globules, thyme, lemon, or grapefruit. You can use scented water to spray down hot sauna stones or surfaces – place a few drops of essential oil in a spray bottle with water and then spray down surfaces.
Source: Essential Oils Desk Reference
If you want to learn more about essential oils or order essential oil visit Young Living Essential Oils.
To search for particular oil click on the product line tab to the right and then use the search box at the left side of the page or the alphabet tabs in the middle of the page to locate the oils you need.
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Many people don’t know the difference between essential oils and synthetic oils which claim to be essential oils. They may look the same and even smell the same but they lack the medicinal properties that are inherent in essential oils. Essential oils are highly concentrated and are far more potent than these adulterated oils.
Extraction Process
(Source: Essential Oils Desk Reference)
There are several ways to extract oils from plant material. In ancient times enfleurage was used. They would put the petals from roses or jasmine in goose or goat fat and the essential oil molecules were pulled from the petals into the fat. Though this was a primitive method it was effective.
Today steam distillation is used but soaking plant parts in boiling water, soaking them in alcohol, or cold pressing are also other methods used to extract the essence of a plant.
Guidelines for Safe Usage of Essential Oils
When using essential oils orally (Young Living Essential Oils) dilute them with vegetable oil, blue agave, or rice milk prior to ingestion. Though many of Young Living Essential Oils can be taken without dilution (like lavender or lemon) others may require dilution. (You can learn more about dilution and dilution amounts by clicking the link).
If you want to learn more about essential oils or order essential oil visit Young Living Essential Oils.
To search for particular oils click on the product line tab to the right and then use the search box at the left side of the page or the alphabet tabs in the middle of the page to locate the oils you need.
Over the years I started to suffer with hair loss. I went to see a dermatologist who recommended that I use biotin and folic acid tablets. For a while this worked, but my hair remained dry and brittle.
After a period of time I started to do some research about herbs that could help me with my hair loss. I found nettle (which is good for dry hair and hair loss). I started to drink nettle tea which isn’t one of the best tasting teas, but I was on a mission to get back my hair.
As my job became more stressful I noticed that my hair started to thin out more. This caused me to get more stressed–because my hair was attached to my self-worth and my womanhood. I started to do extensive research in my herbal books and found tree oil and chamomile tea. I also changed my diet to one high in fruits and vegetables and asked the Lord to restore my hair.
Hair loss (or alopecia) isn’t something that we have to suffer with for life. There are many natural things that we can do to prevent and/or restore our hair. The wonderful thing about herbs and essential oils is that our bodies are created to absorb and extract what it needs to be able to heal itself. A simple shampoo can be made with essential oils (100% natural oils).
Essential oils can be used for personal care – in baths, on your body, on your hair, on your face.
If you are ready to explore natural options to restore your hair… try this simple shampoo formula.
Shampoo
Please do not use more essential oil than specified (to avoid irritation). This shampoo can be used as your regular shampoo.
Source: Esoteric oils
Please share your comments with others after you have tried this natural remedy to hair loss!
To read more about essential oils check out these valuable resources…
New Herb Bible: How to Use Herbs to Revolutionise the Way You Work, Play, Sleep, Feel and Heal
Daniele Ryman’s Aromatherapy Bible: An Encyclopedia of Plants and Oils and How They Help You
Chemistry Of Essential Oils Made Simple: GOD’S LOVE MANIFEST IN MOLECULES
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The hot days of summer are fast approaching. And there is nothing that keeps you cool like ice-cream!
I know you probably have your favorite ice-cream in mind already–Butter Pecan, Rum Raisin, Vanilla, or maybe Pineapple Coconut. No matter what your favorite is I’m sure you have room for one more…
How about lavender ice-cream?
You read correctly. You can actually make ice-cream with lavender.
This relaxing treat has gotten high marks for taste, smell, and for helping to soothe and relax those how have tasted this refreshing treat.
Are you willing to try something new? Are you in need of a stress reliever?
Then you will want to give lavender ice-cream a try. Here’s a simple recipe that you can try. The kids will love it and so will you!
Lavender Ice-cream
Source: Kevin D. Weeks, About.com
Ingredients:
Preparation:
1. Heat milk, honey, lavender, salt and 1 cup of the heavy cream in a sauce pan over medium heat until mixture begins to bubble and an instant-read thermometer reads 170 – 175 degrees F.
2. Remove from heat, cover, and allow to steep for 30 minutes. Strain mixture into a medium bowl and discard lavender.
3. Return cream mixture to sauce pan over medium heat and warm to 170 degrees. Stir in sugar until dissolved.
4. Whip egg yolks in a small bowl then whisk in 1/2 of cream mixture. Whisk egg mixture back into sauce pan and return to medium heat.
5. Cook, stirring steadily until mixture coats the back of a spoon and a finger drawn through the back of the spoon leaves a trail and mixture registers 170 – 175 degrees F. Do not boil.
6. Strain mixture into a medium bowl in large bowl surrounded by ice.
7. Stir in remaining cream, add water to ice, and cool until ice melts then cover bowl and refrigerate for at least three hours until cold.
8. Freeze mixture in ice cream maker according to manufacturer’s directions then scoop into an airtight container and put in freezer to harden.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the recipe!
If you want to learn more about lavender click here.
Lavender: How to Grow and Use the Fragrant Herb (Herbs (Stackpole Books), How To Use Lavender
If you want to learn more about essential oils or order lavender oil visit Young Living Essential Oils. Please note lavender essential oil should not be taken internally–but can be used for personal care, aromatherapy and household cleaning among other things.
For many the arrival of spring brings on the dreaded attack of the sinuses. For many years I fell pray to this as well. I would have to take sinus medications on a daily basis just to get some relief. And this irritated me because I have never been a lover of medications. I always preferred to take natural or herbal remedies to cure my aliments.
Over the years I found myself clearing out my medicine cabinets and restocking them with herbal teas–hyssop, peppermint, dandelion, nettle etc. The teas worked so well that I started to purchase the herbs in liquid form too. Whenever I’m attracted by the sinus monster I use hyssop or peppermint tea. I have found it beneficial to also use the oils to rub my body down as well. In a short time my nasal passages are open and I can breathe comfortably.
There are may other oils that are also beneficial for sinus troubles–eucalyptus, angelica root, clove bud, pine, sweet basil, and lemon. If you’re tired of having to use medications to manage your sinus problems why not explore the possibility of essential oils?
Essential oils are versatile and can be used in your bath or as a ointment for your body. You can even purchase them as a herb and use them in your tea.
To read more about essential oils check out these valuable resources…
New Herb Bible: How to Use Herbs to Revolutionise the Way You Work, Play, Sleep, Feel and Heal
Daniele Ryman’s Aromatherapy Bible: An Encyclopedia of Plants and Oils and How They Help You
Chemistry Of Essential Oils Made Simple: GOD’S LOVE MANIFEST IN MOLECULES
Lavender is a powerful flower with a scent that can chase your depression blues away! It’s fragrance helps to relieve stress and it is beneficial for the skin, burns, headaches, psoriasis and can be used in aroma therapy. For centuries lavender has been used as a digestive aid, tonic, sedative and an antiseptic. It can be used to treat dizziness, insomnia, colds, insect bites, and as a appetite stimulator. But did you know lavender can also be used as a tea?
This wonderful spice can be used to soothe and calm your nerves.
Lavender Tea Recipe
Source: eHow
Alternative Method
Source: eHow
Please do not use lavender at florists or any other flower shop; they might be sprayed with chemicals that is not suitable for human consumption. Only use Lavender you are COMPLERELY 100% POSITIVELY SURE IS NOT SPRAYED! “Hand-bred” lavenders are probably the best candidate for the tea.
Lavenders are strong, so do NOT add more than three (which is already VERY STRONG) chopped lavender leaves/flowers. This tea can also be used for medical uses: headaches, stomach cramps, depressed souls and can be used to soak wounds/injuries.
Consult your doctor before using this in place of your medications.
Let us know if you enjoyed this recipe. To learn more about the medicinal uses of lavender check out these wonderful resources.
Lavender: How to Grow and Use the Fragrant Herb (Herbs (Stackpole Books), How To Use Lavender
If you want to learn more about essential oils or order lavender oil visit Young Living Essential Oils. Please note lavender essential oil should not be taken internally–but can be used for personal care, aromatherapy and household cleaning among other things.
The weather outside is gloomy, damp and miserable. The kids are getting on your nerves as they constantly bicker with one another. You want to escape from the stress of being a referee. What can you possibly do?
Bake!
That’s right you can bake a batch of cookies. But not just any kind of cookies… lavender cookies. Cookies that will soothe, calm, and change the atmosphere in your home! And the best thing about it the kids will call a truse just to enjoy the cookies.
When you think of cookies you usually don’t think of lavender cookies. Lavender has been used in oils, soaps, perfumes, but in cookies?
Why not?
Lavender has many uses. This spice is versatile. It can be used as a digestive aid, depression reliever, stress balancer, emotional uplifter, headache alleviator, skin treatment and a host of other things. Now you can use lavender to make your own homemade cookies! And block out stress and aggravation to boot.
Lavender Tea Cookies
Source: What’s Cooking America
Lavender Frosting (see recipe below)
In a mortar, grind lavender flowers with the pestle.
In a medium bowl, cream together ground lavender flowers, butter, sugar, vanilla extract, and lemon extract. Add flour and salt; mix until combined (dough should be soft but not sticky.) Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until dough is firm.
Prepare Lavender Frosting; set aside.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Remove dough from refrigerator.
On a lightly-floured surface, roll dough approximately 1/4-inch thick with your rolling pin. Cut into desired shapes with your favorite cookie cutters and place onto ungreased cookie sheets.
Bake 12 to 15 minutes or until cookies are lightly browned around the edges. Remove from oven and cool on wire cooling racks. When cool, frost with Lavender Frosting.
Makes 2 dozen cookies.
Lavender Frosting:
You can add some lavender food coloring to the frosting mix.
In a small plastic bag, combine powdered sugar and dried lavender flowers. Let stand at least 1 day before using. When ready to use, sift the mixture into a medium-size bowl; discarding lavender flowers.
Add milk and corn syrup, mixing well. NOTE: Additional powdered sugar or milk may need to be added (enough milk to make frosting easy to spread). Spread on baked, cooled cookies.
Please let us know if you enjoyed the recipe!
If you want to learn more about lavender click here.
Lavender: How to Grow and Use the Fragrant Herb (Herbs (Stackpole Books), How To Use Lavender
If you want to learn more about essential oils or order lavender oil visit Young Living Essential Oils. Please note lavender essential oil should not be taken internally–but can be used for personal care, aromatherapy and household cleaning among other things.
Essential oils are basically the essence of a plant. The value of natural plant oils have been recognized for more than 6000 years and can be attested to by the Holy Bible. Natural therapeutic oils are different from the “perfume quality” oils in that they are 100% pure and natural. Because of this many of them must be diluted with carrier oils before they are applied to the skin (to reduce the likelihood of irritation). Furthermore, the dilution process helps the oils to be spread over the surface of the skin.
What oils are considered carrier oils?
These oils are a few of the carrier oils that can be used for dilution of essence oils. The choice of carrier oils to be used depend on the purpose. If you are giving a relaxing massage you may want to use a lighter oil which would allow the oil to “slide” easily on the body. If you are giving a deep massage you would want to use heavier oils which will give more “traction” on the skin.
When choosing oils you want to use oils that will not form a barrier thus preventing the essential oils from being absorbed or penetrating the skin (which happens when you use baby oil).
Essential oils can be used for many reasons baths, personal care, cleaning, diffusing, compress, massages, aromatherapy, muscle aches, sinus problems, nausea, sunburn, cuts, congestion, bruises, fatigue, indigestion, headaches, cramps, diabetes, weight loss, and a host of other things. But in order to get the maximum benefit the right essential oils need to be used in the right dosage and with the most the proper carrier oil.
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