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Gifts from Above

Isn’t it amazing how quickly we can forget the incredible blessings that that God has given us?  Once we accept Jesus as Lord and Savior, we tend to struggle very heavily in our minds. Being bombarded by negative thoughts and doubts; leading us into stress and worry.  We think it sounds great in the Bible, while doubting that it could happen for us.  However, God is not a respecter of persons. (Acts 10:34)

Every single day, we need to remind ourselves that if God said it; then, it will be done.  There are no “if’s or but’s” about it.  No matter what we are facing, God gave us the answer.  All we need to do is begin believing that whatever He did in the Bible, He can and will do for us within our lives today!

Let’s take a closer look at what God has to say…

God's Benefits

So, when you are feeling down and nothing seems to go right…REMEMBER, His precious gifts!  What do you need today?

  • You need healing, it’s yours.
  • You need Divine protection, it’s yours.
  • You need favor, it’s yours.
  • You need a miracle, it’s yours.
  • You need forgiveness, it’s yours.

God loves us more than we could ever imagine and He wants us to live a REWARDING and SUCCESSFUL life.

Simply ASK – TRUST – and BELIEVE!  For anything you need, God will provide!  Now, it may not happen when you want it to or in the way you would like.  However, God will provide in His perfect timing!  Keep believing and it will be done.  We serve a very BIG GOD and He will not disappoint you!

Calming the Storms

Calm the StormAround the world, believers have faced the most difficult times they have ever encountered.  They have struggled through adversity, from every angle. Physically, financially, spiritually, and emotionally shaken to their very core.  It has been the worst times.  Yet, through it all, they have dug their heels in and held on for dear life; knowing that the stormy seas can’t last forever.

The devil knows that his time is almost over.  He is doing everything in his power to make you give up.  He wants to make sure that you don’t make it to the other side.  And, he knows that if he can make you change your course, then he can put some distance between you and your God-given future.  But, the devil is a liar! (John 8:44)

God has seen you holding on for dear life.  He has seen the storms raging against you.  He has seen every tear shed and heard every word you’ve spoken.  He knows that you are at the end of your rope.  Yet, God also knows that through all of your pain and suffering, there is light at the end of the tunnel.  The devil has had his time and the bell is ringing to its end.  God is about to reverse the curse in your life and make such an impact; that every single one of your enemies will flee.

There is an old saying, “don’t get your hopes up”.  Well, that too is a lie.

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Our God is the God of hope.  He wishes to fill you with such joy and peace that the Holy Spirit will be abound and overflow with hope. (Romans 15:13)  But, not only that, your hope will never leave you ashamed. (Romans 5:5)

So, expect the unexpected.  Expect God’s promises to come to pass in your life today.  Hope beyond fear. Fill your mind with God’s goodness and love. For when God’s mighty hand comes upon your life, you will be standing tall. Your testimony will be so great, people will want to know what has happened.

Keep embracing HOPE.  Keep dreaming BIG dreams.

You are about to encounter God’s goodness like never before!

Hold On

Hold OnEvery where you turn, things are being shaken.  The world is changing so fast that most people are unable to keep up with the demands, technology, and family dynamics.  Heads spin trying to figure out which way to go, why things aren’t happening the way they envisioned, and when are things going to change.  All of us, who have been called for a specific purpose, find ourselves struggling.  Nothing seems to go right. Nothing seems to be happening.  You take a step forward and feel like ten steps back.  But, I’m here to shout with you…HOLD ON!

All of us have been in the small beginnings stage; learning for the journey that lies ahead.  God has placed a purpose and dream into your heart. You’ve stepped out in faith, trusting in His guidance.  But, for some reason, it doesn’t appear to be working out.

What we need to realize is that every step taken is a setup, not a setback.  When we listen to God’s guidance and step forward, He is watching over every aspect of the purpose and will make sure it comes to pass.  No matter what we see or feel, God is the Author and Finisher of our destinies.  (Philippians 1:6) He is in charge of the how, why, who and when.

People around you might be mocking.  Friends and family members can be pushing you to go in a different direction.  However, if God has called you for a specific task…HOLD ON and DON’T LET GO!

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  • Keep trusting!
  • Keep pushing through the barriers!

For if you do, God promises that you will not be ashamed, humiliated, or disgraced (Isaiah 54:4).

You just might be one step, one encounter, or one moment away from your dreams coming true.  For when God’s perfect timing comes upon you and all the pieces of the puzzle come together, it will be more AMAZING than you ever expected! Job 8:7 says it this way…“And though your beginning was small, your latter days will be very great.”  So, whatever you do…HOLD ON!

Victory is Yours for the Taking

Faith is the VictorySomething made my soul jump for joy recently.  I was reminded of a very important lesson that we all must heed.  Being reminded of Christ and what He accomplished was far more than we could ever imagine.  So let’s get right down to it for VICTORY IS YOURS FOR THE TAKING! (II Cor. 2:14)

Satan loves to keep us in guilt, condemnation and making us feel quite inferior.  No matter what we do, things seem to get worse and the pit deepens.  He loves to keep us guessing and seeking for success.  We all strive to be better by trying to do the right things or reading the Bible more or even trying to give more.  But what we must realize is that we already won!

See, when Jesus died and won over every single curse that Satan could throw at us; He gave us the opportunity of His rest.  There is nothing we have to strive for.  We don’t have to try to be better.  We don’t have to try to make more money.  We don’t have to try to change.  We don’t have to try to get ahead.  That’s the beauty of Jesus.  HE ALREADY WON!

So, what does that mean for you and me?  Very simple…all we have to do is remember that Jesus already won and because He lives within us, we have victory. (Romans 8:37)  No matter what your circumstances look like, see the cross.  No matter what’s coming against you, Jesus already was victorious.  Rest in Him! (Matthew 11:28-30)

That’s why it is written for us not to lean on our own understanding. (Proverbs 3:5-6)  That’s why it is written that we sit in Heavenly places. (Ephesians 2:6)  It is imperative that we know and see Jesus for all He has done.  Satan is a liar and roams around, seeking those of us he can devour.  He wants us to think that we are going to fail.  He does everything he can to make sure we don’t grasp this concept or even when we do grasp it, he tries to steal it away from us.

When God wanted something to happen, He spoke words. (Isaiah 55:11)  That’s exactly what we must do for we are made in His image. (Gen. 1:26) When something is lacking in your life, speak victory to it for you already have it.  It might not look like things are going to change or that you have a way out…BUT YOU DO!  Speak to your circumstances because CHRIST ALREADY GAVE IT TO YOU!  That’s why it is written to believe in the unseen! (Hebrews 11:1)

Power of your tongue

There is absolutely nothing we face today that Christ didn’t already conquer.  So, instead of thinking I don’t have enough money, I need a better job or I can’t break this habit…REMEMBER CHRIST LIVES WITHIN YOU and YOUR ARE VICTORIOUS!  Trust and believe with all your might.

Victory is yours for the taking through Jesus Christ.

SPEAK IT…DECLARE IT…RECEIVE IT