Prayer Is Not The Last Resort - It Is Instead The First Step: New Article About The Power Of Prayer Now Available At B.BéNI Jewelry

B.BéNI produces spectacular Christian jewelry that represents deep biblical faith

That well-known, oft-used phrase, "All we can do is pray," implies that prayer is an inferior last resort. God is there for us at all times, in every way possible. Unfortunately many of use see prayer as a last resort, something to do when we have exhausted all other possibilities. If God is available to us at all times for fellowship and prayer, all we need to do is ask. A recent article on the Bbeni website explains why:

"Well, all we can do is pray..." We have all either said it or heard it, right? This phrase has always bothered me and now I am thinking about exactly why it doesn't feel good, right or even respectful to say this. First of all, when we say things like "Well, I guess all we can do is pray..." it minimizes the value of one of the most powerful tools and weapons that God has given us. It makes it sound as though prayer is an inferior last resort. Quite the opposite is true - prayer should not be a "last resort", prayer should be a "first resort"!  Prayer should be part of our daily life, not just something we do when all else fails. Especially in today's world as we deal with the pandemic and other atrocities that we seem to be hearing about daily, I have heard people saying this more and more. It makes it even more important to understand what Scripture tells us about this topic.

"We are given instruction in prayer in Ephesians 6:18. "Pray in the Spirit at all times, with every kind of prayer and petition. To this end, stay alert with all perseverance in your prayers for all the saints." Often, we turn to prayer as a last resort, when our efforts as humans don't give us the desired results. When we have done everything else we can do, we hand it over to God. This is really quite backwards because scripture tells us that God wants us to reach out to Him for every need all along the way. Matthew 10:29-31 "Are not two sparrows sold for a penny?  Yet not one of them will fall to the ground apart the will of your Father. And even the very hairs of your head are all numbered. So do not be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows." When we get to the end of our own efforts, we realize that God is our only hope. He always was. He was there all the time, waiting patiently for us."

The full text of the piece is available at the Bbeni website at https://bbeni.com/blogs/news/well-all-we-can-do-is-pray.

B.BéNI produces unique Christian jewelry, including Christian bracelets and Christian necklaces, and is dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality of faith inspired jewelry with a modern day approach.
 
B.BéNI's jewelry making process uses computer aided drafting technology to create their one-of-a-kind designs  Each piece is their own original design starting from a simple sketch, which is then transferred to a CAD design and then to a solid model. A cast piece is then made from the solid model. The final step is the plating process and the clear lacquer protective finish for durability. The technological approach to this Christian jewelry business does not end there however.

B.BéNI's jewelry is manufactured in the state of Rhode Island, the jewelry capital of the USA. All of the metals, finishes, findings, clasps, gemstones and crystals are of the highest quality available. Fashion, Faith and Quality - not necessarily in that order - is what B.BéNI is all about.
 
B.BéNI has also opened the doors to retailers. The company is currently concentrating their efforts in the Southern US.
 
The company specializes in three types of Christian jewelry:
 
Bracelets: Their solid brass charm bangles, beaded bangles and gemstone cuff bangles are richly plated in sterling silver, 24K Russian gold, or rose gold finish. Lacquer finish protects and prevents wear. They are adorned with various solid brass beads in various finishes, various semi~precious gemstone beads, genuine Swarovski and Preciosa crystals, and fire polished Czech glass beads. All pieces are Nickel free and crafted in the USA.
 
Necklaces: Necklaces combine solid brass chain, clasps & findings with Czech glass bead chain and various solid pewter pendants and connectors. Semi-precious stones and crystals that are either Swarorvski or Preciosa add a touch of sparkle. Richly plated in sterling silver, 24K Russian gold, or rose gold finish. Lacquer finish protects and prevents wear. All pieces are Nickel free and crafted in the USA. The necklace lengths vary and all necklaces may be extended with a choice of two styles of necklace extenders.
 
Key Rings: Solid pewter key ring charms are richly plated in sterling silver. The ring and connector loops are all stainless steel. Lacquer finish protects and prevents wear.
 
Questions and requests for more information should be directed to bbenijewelry@gmail.com. More information is available at the company's website at http://www.bbeni.com.
 
About B.BéNI:
 
B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that is dedicated to providing customers with the highest quality of faith inspired jewelry. The company is based in Rhode Island.

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From The Dawn Of Man to Alex And Ani, Charm Jewelry Is Still Loved - Historical Perspective Offered By B.BéNI Jewelry

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that offers men's necklaces and a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings and Christian jewelry that will touch the heart, yet be fabulous and chic enough to really rock

From prehistoric times to Tiffany to Pandora to Alex & Ani, Charm bracelets have an appeal that never seems to fade. Charms have been around practically since the dawn of mankind.

There is actually archaeological evidence that charms were worn as long ago as 600 to 400 BC. The charms that have been unearthed from prehistoric times were most often talismans or amulets worn to keep evil spirits away, to bring the wearer good fortune, or to make the spirits happy. The earliest charms were fashioned from animal bone, wood, or stone or whatever people could get their hands on; sometimes gemstones were used if they were available. Ancient charms have been discovered in Africa, Europe, and other parts of the world. Many time these charms were not worn on bracelets but worn as necklaces or carried within the wearer's clothing.

It's very interesting that early Christians often wore charms carved into the shape of fish, often hidden in their clothing, to identify them as Christians to other Christians during the time of the Roman Empire. During the Middle Ages, people wore charms to identify their family origin or to indicate their alliance to a specific ruler, political party, or religion. In medieval times, knights wore charms under their armor in the form of amulets to keep them safe in battle.

Some years later, in the later part of the 1800's, Queen Victoria created a charm bracelet fashion craze across Europe. She loved her jewelry and brought the charm bracelet into fashion, especially among the wealthy class of Europe. Queen Victoria enjoyed wearing her charm bracelets and giving others gifts of personalized charm bracelets. People wanted to be just like the queen with their jingling charm bracelets and showing off their wealth.

In the earlier part of the 1900's charm bracelets were still growing in popularity. Even though the Great Depression was a time of great difficulty and a lack of money for most Americans, people still enjoyed inexpensive keepsakes. Women wore bracelets and necklaces with charms made from scraps of broken jewelry, hand-carved trinkets, or even little items they found. The affluent people of the 1920s and 1930s enjoyed wearing charm bracelets made of gold and platinum and set with diamonds and other gemstones.

During World War II, the appeal of charm bracelets continued and even ramped up a notch. Soldiers often purchased charms and small pendants to mail or bring home to their girlfriends who were waiting for their loved ones. The charms quite often represented where the soldiers were stationed, so they had sentimental value as well. There was a huge spike in popularity of charm bracelets in the United States during these years and continued into the 1950's and 1960's. Girls and women loved their charm bracelets; popular movie stars, such as Joan Crawford and Elizabeth Taylor, often wore charm bracelets, adding fuel to the trend.

Next, in the early 2000's came a phenomenal craze that I would have to say, almost no woman in the USA could fully escape (and I was at the front of the line) ...Drumroll...PANDORA! Of course, there were many similar brands like Troll but the name Pandora was synonymous with the beaded style of charm bracelets that practically everyone was wearing! Pandora, a Danish company, started selling their signature beaded charm bracelets in the early 2000s. That style of charm bracelet reached a peak of popularity around 2010 but still continues to be sold and worn.

Lastly, after the Pandora craze came another jewelry tidal wave called Alex and Ani. The New Age jewelry line catapulted to stardom a few years back and is still going pretty strong. These bracelets are very reasonably priced, lightweight wire bangles (very appealing at the time because one of the problems with Pandora bracelets was that they could be quite heavy and expensive) These New Age bracelets are supposed to be infused with Positive Energy, giving the wearer, among other things, divine direction, supernatural protection, and enlightenment. I actually started the B.BéNI Jewelry line, which at first was mainly charm bangles, because I wanted to offer women of faith, who were uncomfortable with New Age jewelry, a Christian or faith-based alternative.

It seems that charms and charm bracelets are here to stay. They have been with us forever in one form or another. I absolutely love charms on bracelets and necklaces as well. Who knows what the next big trend or craze in the world of charms will be? I sure wish I did! Enjoy your charms ladies, I know I love mine. Happy jingling!

Read more at https://bbeni.com/blogs/news/from-the-dawn-of-man-to-alex-and-ani-charm-bracelets-are-still-loved.

B.BéNI Jewelry has a huge selection of inspirational jewelry, especially meaningful necklaces for that special person in your life. Each finely crafted piece of Christian jewelry features a passage from the Bible, and these comforting and inspirational words of Scripture provide comfort and encouragement for all people of faith, serving as a constant reminder of God's spiritual presence.

B.BéNI offers a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings, Christian jewelry and more. More information is available at the website at http://www.bbeni.com.

About B.BéNI:

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that is dedicated to providing customers with meaningful pieces of jewelry that will touch the heart and ignite one's faith.

The Old World style pendants, charms and components are their own original designs starting from a simple sketch to a CAD design and then to a solid model. A cast piece is then made from the solid model. A lot of energy and love go into each piece, crafted in the state of Rhode Island, the jewelry capital of the USA.

The metals, finishes, findings, clasps, gemstones & crystals are of the highest quality available. Each order is hand-assembled with great care. The name B.BéNI has meaning. Béni is the French word for blessed so we are saying "Be Blessed." Fashion, Faith and Quality - not necessarily in that order - is what they are all about.

Contact:

B.BéNI
bbenijewelry@gmail.com
https://bbeni.com

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Evil Eye Jewelry - A Biblical Perspective Offered By B.BéNI Jewelry

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that offers men's necklaces and a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings and Christian jewelry that will touch the heart, yet be fabulous and chic enough to really rock

According to a recent article on The New York Times site entitled, "Beware the Evil Eye. Or Buy One, Just For Kicks", over 71,000 items appear on Etsy when searching the phrase "evil eye jewelry". In the same article we are told that modern-day designers like Michaels Kors and Atelier Swarovski have been creating pieces based on the concept. B.BéNI Jewelry recently posted an article that looks at evil eye jewelry from a Biblical perspective:

Evil eye jewelry. For the last few years it seems to be EVERYWHERE. I have to admit, some of it is pretty cool looking. With endorsements from many A-list celebrities as well as quite a few high end jewelry lines embracing the trend and creating just about every style of gemstone encrusted evil eye, one could imagine that this is an exciting new trend. The reality is that the evil eye amulet has been a source of fascination for many thousands of years. The earliest roots of belief in the evil eye as well as ways to protect against it were found in many ancient civilizations—including those of Mesopotamia, Egypt, Phoenicia, and Greece — as well as the Old Testament. Actually, archaeological evidence reveals that amulets were very common in the ancient cultures, especially among pagan peoples.

What is wearing the evil eye actually supposed to do? For thousands of years, the look given to someone known as “the evil eye” is said to have afflicted countless people everywhere. Now, to clarify, this is not evil eye jewelry (amulets), which supposedly repels the curse, but the actual evil eye glare which is supposedly a curse...yes, this is confusing! The belief is that with a covetous gaze, a person can curse another, their children, or even their property with misfortune, illness, or death. This glare, prompted by envy or greed, is given to inflict suffering, harm, and bad luck on the recipient. Those who fear the evil eye have created several defenses against it. Incantations, amulets, and rituals (like spitting three times). But one talisman has proved to be the most well-known and popular: an amulet of an eye, which is meant to deflect envious onlookers. The evil eyes that are popular are typically a blue circle with an eye shape in the middle. They derive their name from the feared evil eye glare. People believe the charms act as a shield, protecting against the effects of receiving the evil eye glare.

So now we know exactly what wearing an evil eye is supposed to accomplish. How does that line up with what the Bible says? Whenever amulets, idols, and other magic charms are mentioned in the Bible, God’s attitude is very much against them and those who place their trust in them. “I have hated those who regard useless idols; but I trust in the Lord” (Psalm 31:6, NKJV). The word of God tells us that If we believe that we need protection from evil and demonic powers, God has something far superior to protective amulets and idols. “I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress; my God, in Him I will trust.’ Surely He shall deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the perilous pestilence. He shall cover you with His feathers, and under His wings you shall take refuge; His truth shall be your shield and buckler. You shall not be afraid of the terror by night, nor of the arrow that flies by day, nor of the pestilence that walks in darkness, nor of the destruction that lays waste at noonday” (Psalm 91:2-6, NKJV)

“Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. . . . Stand firm then, with the belt of truth buckled around your waist, with the breastplate of righteousness in place, and with your feet fitted with the readiness that comes from the gospel of peace. In addition to all this, take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming arrows of the evil one. Take the helmet of salvation and the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God” (Ephesians 6:11, 14-17, (NIV).

I am a true jewelry lover, as anyone who knows me will agree. As pretty as some of these evil eye pendants are I think I will have to pass on them - I just don’t like what they represent. It’s a personal choice and this is just my opinion but I’ll have to say “No Thanks!”

B.BéNI Jewelry has a huge selection of inspirational jewelry, especially meaningful necklaces for that special person in your life. Each finely crafted piece of Christian jewelry features a passage from the Bible, and these comforting and inspirational words of Scripture provide comfort and encouragement for all people of faith, serving as a constant reminder of God's spiritual presence.

B.BéNI offers a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings, Christian jewelry and more. More information is available at the website at http://www.bbeni.com.

About B.BéNI:

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that is dedicated to providing customers with meaningful pieces of jewelry that will touch the heart and ignite one's faith.

The Old World style pendants, charms and components are their own original designs starting from a simple sketch to a CAD design and then to a solid model. A cast piece is then made from the solid model. A lot of energy and love go into each piece, crafted in the state of Rhode Island, the jewelry capital of the USA.

The metals, finishes, findings, clasps, gemstones & crystals are of the highest quality available. Each order is hand-assembled with great care. The name B.BéNI has meaning. Béni is the French word for blessed so we are saying "Be Blessed." Fashion, Faith and Quality - not necessarily in that order - is what they are all about.

Contact:

B.BéNI Jewelry
bbenijewelry@gmail.com
https://bbeni.com

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Fathers Day - Unique And Original Men's Necklaces Are A Perfect Father's Day Gift That Dad Will Cherish Forever

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that offers men's necklaces, B.BéNI offers a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings and Christian jewelry that will touch the heart, yet be fabulous and chic enough to really rock

It is almost that time of year again, Father's Day. Barbecues, picnics, swimming, giving gifts to the special men in our lives. Father's Day is a day when fathers are recognized for encouraging, empowering, providing and protecting. Some believe Father's Day is a commercialized day made up by the greeting card companies. That's not really true.

Father's Day was founded in Spokane, Washington at the YMCA in 1910 by Sonora Smart Dodd, who was born in Arkansas. Its first celebration was in the Spokane YMCA on June 19, 1910. Her father, the Civil War veteran William Jackson Smart, was a single parent who raised his six children there. Then, in 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson issued the first presidential proclamation honoring fathers, designating the third Sunday in June as Father's Day. Six years later, the day was made a permanent national holiday when President Richard Nixon signed it into law in 1972.

Of course, as Father's Day approaches, so does the mad rush to select the perfect gift for that (or those) special men in your life. Why not consider a special gift that Dad will cherish forever? A piece of unique keepsake jewelry like a cross necklace is always a great choice. Christian Jewelry, especially a cross necklace, is a wonderful choice for a man of faith, something that represents their beliefs and can be worn for many years to come.

B.BéNI Jewelry has a huge selection of inspirational jewelry, especially meaningful necklaces for that special man in your life. Each finely crafted piece of Christian jewelry features a passage from the Bible, and these comforting and inspirational words of Scripture provide comfort and encouragement for all men of faith, serving as a constant reminder of God's spiritual presence. Men's religious jewelry is a thoughtful gift for Father's Day or a birthday.

Taking it a step further, since Father's Day is a day when fathers are recognized for encouraging, empowering, providing and protecting, why not give your man a Christian necklace that honors our Father in heaven, who is the ultimate protector, encourager and provider? What special meaning there is in a piece of men's jewelry, such as a Christian cross necklace that your husband, boyfriend or father will enjoy and wear for years. The full selection is available at the B.BéNI site at https://bbeni.com/collections/men-s-jewelry.

In addition to men's necklaces, B.BéNI offers a wide selection of jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, sterling silver, earrings, Christian jewelry and more.

About B.BéNI:

B.BéNI is a New England based inspirational jewelry company that is dedicated to providing customers with meaningful pieces of jewelry that will touch the heart and ignite one's faith.

The Old World style pendants, charms and components are their own original designs starting from a simple sketch to a CAD design and then to a solid model. A cast piece is then made from the solid model. A lot of energy and love go into each piece, crafted in the state of Rhode Island, the jewelry capital of the USA.

The metals, finishes, findings, clasps, gemstones & crystals are of the highest quality available. Each order is hand-assembled with great care. The name B.BéNI has meaning. Béni is the French word for blessed so we are saying "Be Blessed." Fashion, Faith and Quality - not necessarily in that order - is what they are all about.

Contact:

B.BéNI
bbenijewelry@gmail.com
https://bbeni.com

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