Bye Bye Frustration

Mar1

In a world of instant gratification, we all want things NOW. Fast Food, drive-thru ATM machines, swiping credit cards, microwaveable meals; all designed to give us things quickly.

But what happens when you have to stand in a line at the supermarket, wait in a traffic jam, hurry up to wait? Do you feel yourself get frustrated? Do you sense anger? Do you find yourself agitated? Do you find yourself tapping your fingers? You know when you push the coffee button and you find yourself tapping your fingers on the counter top, saying; “Come on already!”

I bet you can see yourself when you read those questions. So, what should we do when we find ourselves in these situations?

We are given a tremendous illustration in John 11:3-7.

3	So the sisters sent to him, saying, “Lord, he whom you love is ill.”
4	But when Jesus heard it he said, “This illness is not unto death; it is for the glory of God, so that the Son of God may be glorified by means of it.”
5	Now Jesus loved Martha and her sister and Laz’arus.
6	So when he heard that he was ill, he stayed two days longer in the place where he was.
7	Then after this he said to the disciples, “Let us go into Judea again.”

Jesus was told that Lazarus was sick. Instead of rushing to his side, Jesus stayed where He was for two more days. In the same passage, we are told that Jesus loved Martha, her sister, and Lazarus. What can be derived from all of this?

When things are delayed or don’t happen when we want them; we tend to get frustrated, depressed, or angered. A lot of times, we find ourselves wishing and praying for our break through, healing, restoration; only to find the answer not forthcoming. What we need to realize is that God doesn’t work on our time frame. He knows the exact time, the exact way, and the perfect solution. In the passage mentioned, Jesus let us know that we are loved. He let us know that He had the answer. He let us know that the reason for the delay was to honor God and to promote His glory, so that the Son of God may be glorified through it.

So, the next time you find yourself waiting for God’s intervention, help, healing power, or answer… BREATHE DEEPLY, RELAX, and say BYE BYE to the frustration. Don’t see a delay as a set back…see the delay as a set up! KNOW THAT HE WILL PROVIDE YOU with what you need, at the exact moment you need it. God just might be using the situation to give you a better revelation in Him; so that when it does happen, there will be absolutely no question that HE did it! You will become an even greater testimony with your incredible story of God’s awesome power!

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The Ultimate Recourse

Jan31

Last night, I received a call from my best friend. There were three of us on the call, as the past few months have been very difficult for her. The new bosses have been stepping all over people, talking down to them, giving unrealistic goals, and seem to get a real kick out of making people cry. The more she talked about how she was being mistreated at work, the more I found myself filled with anger. So, as we continued to listen, I found myself getting angrier by the minute.

I can tell you that my thoughts were not kind. I was so angry on her behalf, I wanted to take her to the office, pack up her desk, and give these bosses a piece of my mind. I was ready to take them on with every physical and speaking ability I possess.

Needless to say, when we ended the phone conversation, I was fit to be tied. I kept saying over and over, it’s not fair…they have no right…how dare they treat people like this. And of course, as I kept mulling it over in my mind, speaking these words, the worse I was feeling. I started pacing the room, hands flying in the air, speaking very unbecoming words as the anger started taking control. After a few minutes, I was fuming. The more I thought about it, the worse I felt. Anger spewing, thoughts of revenge and plots started forming, and nothing I thought was ever going to help the situation.

Then of course, reality came flooding back in. I started remembering Matthew 5:44 “Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you.” So, I grabbed my Bible and started reading Psalm 37. I love the Psalms. They are jam packed with wisdom and knowledge. Well, as I started to read, Psalm 37:7-9 “Be still and rest in the Lord; wait for Him and patiently lean yourself upon Him; fret not yourself because of him who prospers in his way, because of the man who brings wicked devices to pass. Cease from anger and forsake wrath; fret not yourself – it tends only to evildoing. For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who wait and hope and look for the Lord [in the end] shall inherit the earth.”

After coming back to reality and reading God’s wisdom, I asked a family member to pray with me. We asked God to give our friend the strength she needs to stand through this trial, the peace to endure, and the wisdom she needs to overcome. Then, we started to pray for her enemies; that God’s wisdom will come into their hearts, that He will fill them with peace, and that their ways will turn towards the Lord’s. As we continued our prayer, we surrendered the situation to Him; declaring that He knows what’s best and will make sure that our friend comes out better, stronger, with much reward for her endurance.

As soon as we finished praying, we were both full of peace. We instantly knew that God had it under control and knew exactly what needed to happen, along with the perfect timing to make it happen. So, the next time you find yourself in a similar situation, PRAY FOR YOUR ENEMIES! It is truly the ultimate recourse. For when God is on your side, everything is going to work out for your good. Your enemies won’t stand a chance against Almighty God. He is the Alpha and Omega; knowing the end from the beginning. And, there isn’t anything He won’t do for His beloved children.

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No Coincidence

Jan17

Last week I wrote about experiencing God’s amazing healing power first hand. Well, I need to expand on it a bit as He showed me even more clarification than expected.

When God led me to purchase the products, I missed something He was showing me in black and white. Looking at the receipt, the total was $14.40. Now most people wouldn’t think much about it. However, when you trust and believe in God and God alone, He starts showing you things you’ve never seen before.

How many years did the Israelites wander in the wilderness? How many days was Jesus tempted by the devil? How many days was Moses on the Mount receiving God’s law? How many days did the spies investigate the Promised Land? The answer to all of these and more…40.

So, what about the number 14? Well in the Bible, the number 7 means “Perfection”, “Wholeness”, “Fullness”, “Completion”. Well, what do you get when you double that number…14. Giving us significant meaning of “DOUBLE PERFECTION”, “DOUBLE PORTION”, “DOUBLE RESTORATION”, “DOUBLE HEALING”, and so on.

God was showing me that we are all coming out of our wilderness. God is about to release so much into our lives that every chain is going to break. Every addiction is going to diminish. Whatever the devil has stolen from you is about to come back better than before. If you need healing…you will receive double for your trouble. If you need finances…you will receive more than enough. If you need a new job…you will receive a hefty raise and promotion. Instead of hurt…you will have joy. Instead of struggling…you will have more than enough to spare and share. Instead of pain…you will rejoice. Instead of lack…your cup will overflow.

So whatever you do, put Him first and watch His amazing blessings come rushing in! 2014, is going to be the year of God’s unprecedented favor upon our lives. We are about to have the absolute best year ever! His power is about to be unleashed! This year’s harvest is going to surpass anything you could ever imagine! Believe it…Receive it…and Praise His Holy Name! For you are about to walk into your Promised Land!

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Starting Out Right

Jan4

As we begin the new year, I thought it was very important to be reminded of HOW AWESOME GOD IS! Without Him, we would be nothing. Without Him, there would be no hope. Without Him, we would not receive healing or restoration. So, let’s start this year out right and remember the significance of the CROSS. By placing Him first in our lives, everything else will be added!

2014 is GOING TO BE THE BEST YEAR YET!