Our relationship with Christ and our inner transformation, as a result of it, isn’t an automatic process. It’s more like a metamorphosis, similar to the growth of a butterfly. Our minds are renewed “daily” as we grow in the things of God and spend time with Him daily. All so that we can ultimately see and walk in the will of God for our lives. We are in this world but not of it. Our “walking in our divine purpose” from God isn’t a one day commute. It is a path that we travel every day that we are blessed with the gift of air in our lungs.
The more that we focus on the things of God, the further we progress down the path of His “perfect will” and allow Him to transform our hearts and minds. Commit today to conform to Him and take advantage of the Helper (John 14:26) that He’s given us in the process. Have a blessed Sunday, and we hope that you’ll join us LIVE for service today (info on the home page of our site)!
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🤔 Oftentimes, we unknowingly place our confidence and trust in the intellect of those deemed wise, accomplished or affluent by the world’s standards. We don’t give it a second thought on how easily we mentally absorb their recommendations or outlook on our lives or the lives of those around us. In fact, we’re often intrigued by it.
However, our Heavenly Father desires for us to put “all our eggs in one basket” when it comes to putting our faith in Him and His Word. That means trusting Him and His will even when we don’t understand how things will work out. Ultimately, it’s the respect and the honor of God that leads to true knowledge, and we please Him when we trust in Him without wavering (Hebrews 11:6).
He offers us wisdom and understanding through the leading of the Holy Spirit because He loves us. So, don’t take his love for granted. He is all-powerful and there is NO ONE who can compare to Him. He doesn’t just offer useless feedback to the questions and concerns you may have because He really doesn’t know. He’s omniscient (all knowing)! He has all of the wisdom, insight and strength that YOU specifically need for YOUR life. So trust Him today!
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Our Heavenly Father is aware of all things: past, present and future. He literally already knows the end from the beginning and can give you the wisdom and direction that you need for every situation in your life.
In order to truly be “living” (active, full of life or vigor, functioning) epistles of our Father, our relationship with God cannot remain in a dormant state. We have to actively pray in tongues and rely on the Holy Spirit for day-to-day instructions. Just like with any other meaningful earthly relationship, God wants to be “present” AND “active” in our lives. So meditate on His Word and pray in tongues so that you can stay sensitive to His voice and be properly positioned for Him to move on your behalf. You are not forgotten. Your God - the Creator of the universe - knows your name (Isaiah 43:1-2)!
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🙌 There is power in your words and power in your praise! Declare that the Lord is your strength and peace! He puts a new song in your mouth (Psalm 40:3). You have nothing to fear…what can man do to you (Hebrews 13:6)?? Remember God is your salvation - He fights for YOU. Keep your eyes on Him and continue to obey and trust His leading for your life. He will not fail you!
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Regardless of the panic, fear, sickness or disease that is going on AROUND the ‘child of the Most God’, he or she has no need to fear (Psalm 91:10)! If you are indeed His child, then you are entitled to the inheritance due to all of the family members of the Kingdom of God and some of those benefits includes protection and divine healing. No weapon formed against you shall prosper, so be sure to claim what is yours through the power of the blood of Jesus. God is love and perfect love casts out all fear (1 John 4:18). He gives us wisdom, favor and other spiritual blessings, but not fear, so don’t accept what isn’t yours anyway! Keep your spirit man built up throughout the day so that you have clarity to understand His instructions. Keep your faith in Him. #FaithOverFear
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🙌 If you are God's child, then you are His responsibility. He is a Good Father, so don't insult His reputation of being one [a good Father] by fretting or worrying over whether or not your needs will be met. Follow His lead and His instructions, and He will provide all that you need: spiritually, emotionally, physically & mentally. He is Jehovah Jireh, YOUR Provider. Find comfort in and rest in His stellar reputation; it’s rock solid! #HeLovesYou
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The more time we spend “at His feet” and meditating on His Word, the more we get to know our Heavenly Father better, thereby making it easier to conform to His ways. He sent His Son Jesus so that we could be reconciled with Him, delivered and set free from any sickness, disease, bondage or baggage. He’s made you MORE than a conqueror (Romans 8:37), and He is your protection and covering, so you have nothing to fear (Psalm 91:4)!
If you need wisdom and direction, you have access to the Holy Spirit - your Helper - and wisdom is yours for the asking if you put your faith in Him (James 1:5). In and through the mighty power of God, you will find the strength you need to fulfill every task before you today (Ephesians 6:10, Philippians 4:13)! So hold your head up and walk humbly and confidently in the divine power that God has been given you. When we follow His path, we position ourselves for the win. With Him, we overcome, and we are victorious! #iamvictory
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Put your faith in your Heavenly Father and stand confidently in Him. Be strong and allow God to strengthen you so that faith - not fear - will be exalted in every area of your life. You can do ALL things through Christ who strengthens you (Philippians 4:13).
💪 If it’s emotional strength that you need, He’s got you covered. If it’s spiritual or physical, then He will sustain you. No need to doubt or fear based on what you see.(2 Corinthians 5:7). As followers of Christ, we are not moved by our sight realm. We are only moved by the Word of God. So embrace faith and reject fear today. We win with God on our side! #iamvictory
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God is still in the business of leading His people. Don’t fret or allow your mind to sink to a place of anxiety, doubt or fear. Go to him confidently and trust that He not only hears your requests and the petitions of your heart; but you can find comfort in the fact that He will answer you.
🙌 He hasn’t forgotten about you, and He is not taken by surprise by any circumstance - good or bad. He will give guidance to assist you in making wise decisions concerning the affairs of your life. You are not alone. Wait patiently for His voice.
#dailydevotional #HeHearsYou #nofear #leadmysteps #iamvictory
🗣Your words have POWER! Make a conscious effort today to speak life and not death over yourself, your family, friends and loved ones. Let your first words today be ones of thanksgiving to God for the gift of life this morning (1 Chronicles 16:34); but, make sure that before you think about the current circumstances of your life - good or bad - you examine what you say, if you should say anything at all.
Ask God to guard the door of your mouth (Psalm 141:3). You are a child of the Most High God and redeemed from the curse of the law. Speak to your situation and confess positive things over your life. Think on good things (Philippians 4:8), then speak life. Remember again that your words frame your world! Have a blessed day.
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Love truly does cover all (1 Peter 4:8). Put on love as a cloak this morning. Our Heavenly Father truly is love, and His love bonds things together in harmony. So regardless of what you’re going through, just imagine His arms holding you and strengthening you today. Let His joy be your strength; He is well able to carry you through every situation and circumstance. Rest in Him. (Isaiah 43:2, Nehemiah 8:10).
#ThankfulThursday #IamVictory #GodIsLove #dailyDevotional
🙏🏼 When we submit our dreams and plans to our Heavenly Father and obey His guidance instead of our own intellect, His track record proves that He will set the scene to make our plans successful. So, give your plans to God today. Lay them at His feet and wait until you have direction on how and when to move forward. Keep your spirit man built up throughout the day. Like a compass, the Holy Spirit is our Helper, and He will give us direction. #HeNeverFails
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🙌🏼 We were created by God for His glory, and yet in still, He loved us so much that He gave His all for us (John 3:16)! So, it’s only reasonable for us to love Him with everything that is in us.
When we place and keep God at the throne of our hearts, we position ourselves for Him to move on our behalf, to direct the affairs of our lives, to give us wisdom, strength, favor and His peace. We honor Him and give Him glory by acknowledging Him in all of our ways every day of our lives. So, don’t let today be any different. Love Him and give Him the honor He is due. He loves you unconditionally, and He is worthy of ALL of your praise!
Have concerns about whether or not you’ll ever fulfill God’s purpose for your life? Well, this is your reminder that your very steps are ordered by your Heavenly Father. It’s His pleasure to lead you, and He will give you strength and sustain you every step of the way. Worry and doubt are in opposition to faith. So, commit to starving your doubts by building your faith, strengthening your spirit man and growing in your knowledge of God’s Word. Never forget that God’s plans for your life are good (Jeremiah 1:5, 29:11) - He’s a GREAT, GREAT Father. Don’t take for granted the Heavenly prayer language that we have access to as His children. He is faithful, and its His desire to lead you and guide you.
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To love God is to know Him and to love Him is to walk with Him. It’s God’s heart that you know His way and His will for your life; but in order to do this, we must spend time “walking” with Him. If we desire to please Him, we have to place our faith - complete trust and confidence - in Him (Proverb 3:5-6). God will reward those that seek to draw closer to Him. So, focus your energy on not only reading His Word but by stirring up the gift inside of you (2 Timothy 1:6) daily. God loves you and desires for you to know Him better and to trust the direction and plans that He has for your life. Keep your faith in Him.
🙌 Peace is just one of the benefits of being in the family of God (Isaiah 26:3, John 14:27), so be encouraged and take advantage of what He willingly has made available to you.
Cast all your cares/burdens on God. Walk in His peace today and trust that He will give you strength every step of the way. If you are His child then peace is just part of your inheritance, so claim it!
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Those who put their trust in the Lord can depend on Him for security and protection! He desires to cover you from hurt and harm both physically, spiritually and even emotionally, if needed. In the midst of any tough situations or your enemies, it’s a comforting thing to know that because you have sought safe shelter in your Father in your heart, you can always stand confidently outwardly.
🤲 Your life is in His hands. So trust those same hands to guide you where you need to go and to provide for whatever He has called you to (Philippians 4:19). He is faithful!
#dailydevotional #protection #wings #covering #truth #iamvictory
No matter the circumstance, don’t give up on your dreams and the promises God has made to you! Keep pushing, keep obeying and patiently enduring every test and trial that may come your way. His plans for your life are great, and He has called you to use the gifts and talents that He’s given you for such a time and for His glory (Jeremiah 29:11, 1:5; Esther 4:14).
Don’t sell yourself short - determine once and for all that you will walk in all of God’s will for your life. Let Him continue to perfect those things that concern you (Psalm 138:8). Keep your faith active and your words aligned with His [Word]. He is faithful (Hebrews 10:23)!
#patience #endurance #forsuchatime #iamvictory
👑 You belong to God if you were born again into His family. He treasures you and has deemed you royalty, so hold your head up king/queen (Psalm 3:3; Proverbs 27:6)! If you were not “fit” for royalty, then God wouldn’t have proclaimed you to be “His people”; He cannot lie (Numbers 23:19).
💗 God not only cares about our hearts, but He cares about our countenance. Does your life and mouth testify of the goodness of God? He cares about how we represent Him, as His “chosen” people, both in deed and in conversation. Who you identify with will eventually influence your decisions and how you live. May we accept His love for us today and rest in it.
