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Are You Weary of Waiting on The Lord?

January 12, 2014

It’s kind of hard when you have prayed, and is waiting on the Lord for an answer to your prayer. You might get a little weary and tired of waiting, and so you begin to lose strength. However, God’s time is not always your time. He sits high and looks low. He holds your future in His hands, and therefore knows what will happen in your life; and so, He works out all things for your good (Romans 8:28).

The Scripture advises you, “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint ” (Isaiah 40:31).

One of my favorite songs, which I use as a ringtone on my cell phone is, “I don’t mind waiting on the Lord.” Whenever my cell phone rings, and I hear this song, it reminds me to wait with patience and a good attitude, so that God can do a complete and thorough work in my life. Here’s the song:

If you are waiting on the Lord, and have gotten weary, ask Him for renewal of strength, so that you can see your prayer(s) answered and God’s purpose manifest in your life. Patience and perseverance is essential in waiting, in order for you to accomplish your dreams and desires.

My prayer for you today: May the God of peace teach you how to wait with patience and keep a good attitude while waiting, in order to see His full purpose(s) accomplished in your life. In Jesus’ name. Amen!

Tags: dreams, God, Isaiah 40:31, Jesus, Lord, patience, peace, perseverance, prayer, purpose, strength, Waiting on the Lord, weary

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I’m Homeless and Hungry; Please Help Me!

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January 4, 2014

What if you see a sign which reads, “I’m Homeless and Hungry; Please Help Me!” What would you do?

This week a story caught my attention of a man who posed as a homeless and hungry person, in order to give away money to people who stopped to help him. See video below:

As I reflected on this week’s story, I am reminded of 1 Corinthians 13:2, “And though I have the gift of prophecy, and understand all mysteries, and all knowledge; and though I have all faith, so that I could remove mountains, and have not charity, I am nothing.”

See the break-down of the criteria from the Scripture below:

Gift of prophecy
Understand all mysteries
Knowledge
Faith
Charity

Needless to say, I am blown away by the last criterion on the list. If one has such a wonderful gift of prophecy, in order to foresee and foretell things that will happen in the future, and can also interpret and relay the mysteries of God, which some people are oblivious of, and knowledge, which spans beyond comprehension, as well as faith so strong that it moves mountains, but have not charity, you have nothing. Charity means the voluntary giving of help, typically in the form of money, to those in need.

I am almost sure that this man who pretended to be homeless and hungry must have met so many rejections on the street, as opposed to the few who stopped to help. However, Paul instructed us to remember the words of the Lord Jesus, how He said, “It is more blessed to give than to receive” (Acts 20:35).

As we approach the holiday seasons, there are many people who are less fortunate and maybe in dire needs. Seek your abundant blessings through giving, by helping someone.

Pay it forward!

God bless you all!

Tags: blessings, Charity, Christmas, faith, Financial Blessings, God, help, Homeless and Hungry, Jesus, money, Needy, Poor, Prophecy, Thanksgiving

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The Significance of The #14

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January 1, 2014

7 x 2 = 14, which means double portion of spiritual perfection. In the Gospel of Matthew 1:1-17, the genealogy of Jesus is divided into three sets of 14 generations.

In looking ahead towards the year 2014, it means you will encounter double portion of spiritual blessings. This is a divine year, especially for those of you who have encountered a spiritual warfare last year.

God has equipped you this year to receive even more than you have bargain for. Does this means your dreams and aspirations will be gained easily? NO! The enemy is at work to ensure that your spiritual and divine blessings are thwarted. Having this knowledge, you have to be vigilant in your warfare, in order to seize, that which the Lord lays before you.

In so doing, you have to be faithful in your spiritual journey with God. Through it all, He will help you to gain the double portion of spiritual perfection and blessings that He has in store for you in 2014. What are you waiting for? Come on! Seize the moment, it begins right now!

Tags: #14, 2014, blessings, Christianity, Genealogy of Jesus, God, Gospel of Matthew, Jesus, Lord, Miracle, New Year, Religion and Spirituality, Spiritual warfare

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Peace on Earth!

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December 14, 2013

“Glory to God in the highest; peace on earth; goodwill toward men” (Luke 2:14). I have been rehearsing this scriptural line with my three-year old daughter. She’s playing the role of an angel in a Christmas pageant at her preschool. As we practice the line together, and I hear her say it, I am blown away by the greatest peace to have ever grace this earth – the birth of Jesus. His birth has brought peace to all men on the face of this earth.

As we approach this Christmas season, you must remember that no matter what tribulations may come your way, the peace of God which passes all understanding, shall guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus (Philippians 4:7).

May the Grace and Peace of God be with you all!

Tags: Bible, Birth of Jesus, Christ Jesus, Christmas, gift, glory, God, good tidings, grace and mercy, Jesus, joy, love, peace

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Hear What God Says!

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December 5, 2013

If I answer your prayer at once, it’s because I am testing your faith. If I did not answer your prayer at once, it’s because I am testing your patience. If I did not answer your prayer at all, it’s because I have a better plan for you.

Remember, God’s promises are yes and Amen! He is God, not man; which explains why He can never fail. Hold on, don’t be discouraged. Your miracle is knocking at the door of your heart.

If something does not happen the way you pray for it to happen and the time you want it to happen, remember your way is not God’s way. You can’t see the future, but He can.

Something might look glittering to you, and you want it now, but the Lord knows deep down, that it’s not the best thing for you; therefore He refuses to let you have it. You, on the other hand, just look at now, and not later. Hence, this is why people sometimes get into trouble when they run ahead of God, and not wait. When the trouble gets unbearable, they have to run back to Him for help.

You cannot handle your problems all by yourself. You’ve got to let go and let God! Everything that glitters is not gold! Let Him determine when it is gold. If He knows it’s gold and it’s good for you, He won’t withhold it from you.

God doesn’t withhold anything good from His people. We are reminded in Psalms 34:17, “The righteous cry, and the Lord hears and delivers them out of all their troubles.” Be among the righteous today, and not among the sinners. You need God’s attention. No matter what the situation is, He is able to deliver.

A little more faith is what you need to see all your needs met. Claim your blessings today! Do not let the devil rob it! He is here to steal and destroy. Therefore, the time you decided to get discouraged and quit, it’s the time the blessing was about to be poured down!

Satan’s job is to frustrate and allow you to lose faith and patience, in order for you to give up and throw in the towel. By doing so, you will lose all that’s in store for you. If the Lord give you something, hold on to it, and do not let the enemy rob it from you. If the Lord has given you a blessing and the devil took it away, reclaim it again! There are more in store!

You’ve got to press! There is blessing in pressing! You can’t get anything too easy. Therefore, when you think of giving up, no matter how rough and chance-less the situation appears, remember that there is nothing impossible with God. You just need to exercise faith and patience.

Don’t forget, the prayer answering God is saying that He has met all your needs!

Tags: blessings, deliverance, endurance, faith, God, Jesus, joy, love, peace, prayer, righteous, salvation, sinner

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Hymn Titles by Occupation

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November 24, 2013

Do you know your (specific) hymn(s)? When you go to Church this weekend be sure to smile as you go through your Hymnals!

Dentist’s Hymn………………………….Crown Him with Many Crowns

Weatherman’s Hymn…………………There Shall Be Showers of Blessings

Contractor’s Hymn……………………The Church Has One Foundation

The Tailor’s Hymn……………………..Holy, Holy, Holy

The Golfer’s Hymn…………………….There’s a Green Hill Far Away

The Politician’s Hymn………………..Standing on the Promises

Optometrist’s Hymn…………………..Open My Eyes That I Might See

The IRS Agent’s Hymn………………..I Surrender All

The Gossip’s Hymn…………………….Pass It On

The Electrician’s Hymn……………….Send The Light

The Shopper’s Hymn…………………..Sweet Bye and Bye

The Realtor’s Hymn……………………..I’ve Got a Mansion Just over the Hilltop

The Massage Therapists Hymn…….He Touched Me

The Doctor’s Hymn……………………….The Great Physician

AND for those who speed on the highway – a few hymns:

45mph……………….God Will Take Care of You

65mph……………….Nearer My God To Thee

85mph……………….This World Is Not My Home

95mph………………..Lord, I’m Coming Home

100mph………………Precious Memories

Tags: blessings, Christ, God, healer, Holy, hymn, Jesus, Lord, physician, Praise and Worship, prayer, salvation, singer

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Enjoy the Fruit of Your Labor

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November 16, 2013

“You will eat the fruit of your labor: blessings and prosperity will be yours” (Psalms 128:2).

Now you have worked hard, developed ideas, plans, creativity and innovation, along with your faith in God to accomplish your long desired dreams. However, ever since God has begun to bless and prosper you, there might be people around you who have become envious, jealous and hateful of your blessings and prosperity. Regardless, you have all right to eat and enjoy the fruit of your labor.

While you were going through your trials and tribulations, only a few genuine people may have stood by your side when you needed them the most. Other than that, no one might have seen your blood, sweat and tears; but now they see the fruit of your labor and have become hateful. I will share a few lines of one of my favorite poems by Thomasine Robinson:

“You See My Glory, But You Don’t Know My Story
I’ve been through trials and tribulations seen and unseen
I’ve cried myself to sleep, but I held on to my dream
My dream to rise to the top, Knowing with God, I can’t be stopped.“

No one can prevent God from blessing you, unless you give them permission. With that being said, ignore the haters and enjoy the fruit of your labor!

Tags: American Dream, blessings, Christ, dreams, fruits of your labor, God, hard work, Jesus, Lord, motivation, pain and suffering, prosperity, trials and tribulations

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Are you looking at things in the natural?

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October 6, 2013

If you want to achieve a new home, a new car, a dream job, or the partner of your dream, healing from an incurable sickness, deliverance from an addiction, the ability to have children, or whatever else you desire that you think you cannot afford, or they are out of your reach, you’re looking at things in the natural.

So often I look on things through my natural eyes and tell God that I cannot afford it or they are out of my reach. However, the very things I looked on in the natural and thought that I couldn’t afford, as they were out of my budget or out of my reach, happened to be the very same things that God has given me.

God has allowed me to eat my words so many times, and I was so embarrassed, because I kept putting a limit on God and placing Him in a box. While I look on things in the natural and think they are impossible, God looks at things from a supernatural angle, and says, “All things are possible.”

If you’re looking at things in the natural, believing you cannot achieve them, you have to ask God for some more faith, patience and strength to see the things you desire from Him materialized through His supernatural power.