You Are Not Alone - BE STILL..

 You Are Not Alone - BE STILL..

It's NEVER about your feelings nor fears. It's ALWAYS about your FAITH! Your faith is about your confidence in God as your source.  Often times you never know when or where HE'S going to bring the solution from. You just trust that HE will. HE is your only source. Everything and everyone is 'just a resource' HE will use.  You have to know the difference between the counterfeit and the real.  That comes with practice.  The more time you spend studying the real, then being able to identify the counterfeit a mile away is a given.

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Think about Jacob for a minute.  Genesis 25 - 35 He started out as a conniving artist.  He thought he had to cheat to get ahead.  It led him down a path of trials and tribulations, one demise after another.  He fled for his life from his brother; he wrestled with the angel; he got cheated by his father-in-law on several occassions. God used his cheating skill against him to remove what was inappropriate in him.  When Jacob returned to Canaan many years later he was a humble and honest man.  He had learnt to lean on God. When his father-in-law tried to cheat him with his wife, instead of 7 years he worked for 14 years. When his father-in-law tried to cheat him with the lifestock, he chose the lesser breed, yet God caused him to florish.  HE made God his source. His time away from home taught him to put his faith in God's ability and power.  

Genesis 28:20-22

20 Then Jacob made a vow, saying, “If God will be with me and will watch over me on this journey I am taking and will give me food to eat and clothes to wear 21 so that I return safely to my father’s household, then the Lord will be my God 22 and this stone that I have set up as a pillar will be God’s house, and of all that you give me I will give you a tenth.”

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Think about the disciples caught in the storm. Mark 4. They were mostly fishermen.  That was their career, and they were good at it.  They thought they had to fish to get ahead. But God used their career to show them how insecure they really were. Their faith almost led them to a fate of death. In the boat with Jesus, they thought they were going to die.  God used their skill of fishing for fish to teach them how to 'fish for men'.  They were afraid of the natural elements, but became more afraid of Jesus after HE stilled the storm.  The disciples learnt to trust Jesus' transformative power. They chose to follow Jesus everywhere; even into the unfamiliar gentile territory.  (For instance: They were heading to the man who lived in the graveyard.  They saw Jesus cast the demons into the pigs.  Jews don't rear pigs. It's an abomination.) 

Mark 4

35 That day when evening came, he said to his disciples, “Let us go over to the other side.” 36 Leaving the crowd behind, they took him along, just as he was, in the boat. There were also other boats with him. 37 A furious squall came up, and the waves broke over the boat, so that it was nearly swamped. 38 Jesus was in the stern, sleeping on a cushion. The disciples woke him and said to him, “Teacher, don’t you care if we drown?”

39 He got up, rebuked the wind and said to the waves, “Quiet! Be still!” Then the wind died down and it was completely calm.

40 He said to his disciples, “Why are you so afraid? Do you still have no faith?”

41 They were terrified and asked each other, “Who is this? Even the wind and the waves obey him!”

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 We cannot rely on our feelings and our fears.  Infact, our fear should be of God's power and authority.  HE has absolute authority over everything. Afterall, HE is the creator who existed before our beginning. We must study God's word. The devil needs God's permission to act; like us, he was created.  The devil often times wins against us because we are not familiar enough with our God and what HE says. God promised Jacob that HE would take care of him and take him back to his father's house.  God even promised him that he would rule over his brother Esau and become the father of many nations.  Also, Jesus told the diciples that they were going over to another town. Yet, they accused HIM of not caring if they drowned.  We have to be careful about who we believe.  Do you believe God about the things HE has said over your life?  It doesn't matter how you feel.  Fear is human.  You have to train your mind to walk past your fear into faith.  It's a discipline. Practice, practice, practice! That's why HE commands us to walk in the spirit.  Galatians 5 Without the guidance of the Holy Spirit we cannot win.  We need the Holy Spirit to be victorious daily. Luke 4 Jesus was full of the Holy Spirit.

2 Timothy 1:7

7 For God has not given us a spirit of fear, but of power and of love and of a sound mind.

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Even though Jesus had performed so many miracles alongside them, and had even sent them to do miracles themselves, they were still afraid.  The disciples had never seen anyone turn chaos and or mayhem into peace like that when HE calmed the storm.  Jesus exposed them to different dimensions of himself. After HE died, they went into hiding.  But HE told them to wait for the Holy Spirit. Once, they received the Holy Spirit, they became bold.  The Holy Spirit gives clarity, power and authority. John 16 We will have opposition like squalls raging all around us.  Sometimes we will feel like we're about to drown.  But you must not forget - Jesus is always in the boat of your circumstance.  Call out to HIM!  Wake HIM up from the stern of your boat. You are never alone in your trials and tribulations. HE has given us the Holy Spirit. Listen to the Holy Spirit's directive. Ask HIM to guide you. HE is the difference between real and counterfeit.  HE gives us discernment and courage.

John 14:26

26 But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you.

God's word to HIS believers is that HE will never leave us nor forsake us. Hebrews 13 If we put our trust in HIM, HE will prove faithful everytime.  Seek answers from the Holy Spirit. Become teachable, for HIS ways are not our ways, nor HIS thoughts ours. The kingdom culture is taught through the power of the Holy Spirit. If you want to live an abundant and liberated life trust God's leading. 1 Corinthians 2 Sometimes you'll just have to sit back and let God deal with your fears.  Don't resolve to fear. Resolve to push past fear and take a hold of faith.  Trust that God is able to handle every situation, and be still as you wait for HIS resources to show up.  God sent the raven to feed Elijah.  God stopped Balaam's donkey.  God drowned the Egyptian army following Moses.  Watch and see what HE will send next for you and your loved ones.  HE'S always on time! Anchor your faith in HIS ability! HE is for you! HE cannot lie!

WORSHIP: Israel Houghton - I'm With You/Be Still (feat. Adrienne Houghton) ft. Adrienne Houghton

TESTIMONY: Evidence of THE Messiah found in Isaiah 53?! | Case For Messiah

HE Is Your PEACE! BE STILL!

HE'LL Do It Again..

 HE'LL Do It Again..

"I am man, nothing human is foreign to me" - Terence

We may be from different tongues, different tribes, different cultures, backgrounds,etc..., nevertheless we bleed the same blood when we're wounded; and we get hungry when we're not fed. It's the same as saying all dogs bark, maybe differently, but they do.  All fishes need water, all birds can fly and all humans need God. Each creature is receptive based on its nature. We have the same basic needs.

2 Timothy 3

Every story in the bible is recorded as an example for future reference. If God delivered someone from an impossible situation, it's an example that you can rest assured HE'LL do the same for you. HE is The Almighty God. HE created the world by just using HIS words. We are but ants in HIS gigantic universe. HE'S got it. HE is it. HE is powerful enough. Plus, HE has also given you the power to overcome it. Luke 10 There's no power or authority in the earth that is greater than the power that God has given to those who walk by faith. The key to the equation is, do you walk by faith? Faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen. Hebrews 11. You must believe that HE is, and that HE is a rewarder of them who diligently seek HIM.

CASE STUDY: 

Daniel 3 There were three hebrew men who were captured and being groomed to serve the royalty of their captor.  Their faith caused them to refuse to bow to and serve the gods of their new government. As a result they were thrown into a fiery furnace as an example to others who might choose to do the same. The men were adamant that they would prefer to die than to submit to a faith that was contrary to their beliefs. In the end, a miracle took place. Their God not only showed up in the fire visibly to all, but caused them not to get burnt nor singed by the fire. As a result the king order everyone in the kingdom to surrender to and serve the God of the three men.

What is your fire today? Will you concede to an action that does not line up with your faith for a quick fix? Will you hide behind something/ someone and ignore the truth? Or will you affirm like those three men that your faith is in a God who is real and who delivers. He will never leave you nor forsake you. Greater is HE who is in you than HE who is in the world. Never forget that!  Our God is mighty to save. If HE delivered the hebrew men from a furnace unsinged, HE can and will do the same for you. Trust HIM! Give HIM a chance to prove it. HE'S a miracle working God.  HE has given us so many different examples in the bible.  Remember Samson when God gave him back his strength.  Faith is a heart condition.  It's more than emotions. It's a lifestyle. Jesus was the perfect example.  Over and over HE tried to show the disciples how it was done.

John 14:11-14

11 Believe me when I say that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; or at least believe on the evidence of the works themselves. 12 Very truly I tell you, whoever believes in me will do the works I have been doing, and they will do even greater things than these, because I am going to the Father. 13 And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. 14 You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.

God loves to display HIS power, especially in impossible situations. Are you in an impossible situation today? Will you trust HIM today!

TESTIMONY: 

WORSHIP: Do It Again | Live | Elevation Worship

Ask and believe. Let God do the rest!

When The Rubber Hits The Road..

 When The Rubber Hits The Road..

            There comes a time in our faith journey when a bad incident happens and our results are unexpected and disappointing.  Something unusual happens and life throws you a curve ball below the belt where it hurts. Are you there yet? Have you ever  lost faith because of a betrayal? Someone refusing to act when/ how necessary? Your friend/ family member or community unsupportive? Have you ever felt stranded? It's like getting a flat tyre in the middle of nowhere.

• It's a place of a great crescendo, then a steep batholith to follow. 
• It's the story of Julius Caesar being stabbed by Brutus.  
• It's Alanis Morrisette in Ironic.
• It's Joseph thrown in the pit by his brothers
• It's Jesus leaving Gethsemane without his friends

It's the day you don't want to roll out of bed when you think about what lies ahead.  But rest assured, it is 'lies ahead'.  Whose narrative will you believe, the one in your head or the one that God dictates.  Whose report will you believe?

HIS word to us always is 'I will never leave you nor forsake you'. Deutoronomy 31 

Proverbs 3:5-6 

Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding. But in all your ways acknowledge HIM, and HE will direct your path'.

1 Corinthians 10:13 

There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God is faithful, who will not suffer you to be tempted above that ye are able; but will with the temptation also make a way to escape, that ye may be able to bear it. 

No matter how hopeless a situation may seem, there's always a good solution.  Don't give up. Don't give in. Don't sin! God promises to make a way out.  Trusting HIM is hard sometimes, even seemingly stupid. But the truth is, HE is your biggest supporter. When you keep your eyes on HIM and HIS word, HE will always make a way. HE is the God who spoke light into darkness. Every dark reality must surrender to HIS command.  It is this same command that HE has given to HIS children, HIS believers.  HE has given us dominion. Genesis 1:26

The question is do you believe HIM?

It doesn't matter who isn't there when you need them. Humans err.  God is not afraid nor surprised by anything under the sun. If He says HE's with you, my friend, be strong and courageous! Ask HIM to reveal HIS presence to you. Ask HIM to open your eyes so you can see like Elisha that there are so many more that are for you than against you. HE is for you! 2 Kings 6 

TESTIMONY:

 

WORSHIP: The Blessing with Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes | Live From Elevation Ballantyne | Elevation Worship

Trust HIS timing to bring it to pass!

Faith Is A Lifestyle, Try It!

 Faith Is A Lifestyle, Try It!

Faith is a lifestyle, not an event.  It is a result of having had an encounter with the Almighty God which causes you to trust in who HE is, inspite of what HE is doing in your life.  Sometimes you will not know or understand what HE'S allowing to happen to you. However you believe in HIS faithful character/ authenticity that is unchanging.  God has integrity. So you trust that whatever is happening, HE is aware and HE has already prepared a favorable outcome on your behalf.  God is always the Sovereign King.  Nothing happens by surprise. HE is always in control.

Romans 8:28

28 And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose.

John 1 speaks about God in the form of Jesus becoming 'The Word' on earth.  The word is the belief system that God has ordained for mankind.  When Adam and Eve sinned by eating the forbidden fruit, it led them down a rabbit-hole of lies and deception. With each successive generation, mankind became more distant from the truth about God's nature and desire for man's relationship with God and the things in the earth.  Jesus came to re-educate us.  Jesus said, repent, change your way of thinking. You've got it all wrong. Let me show you how to do it. Let me show you how to do life the way the almighty God intended. I am the way, the truth and the life. No man cometh to the father but through me. Hebrews 11 It is impossible to please God without believing in HIS precepts about how we should live our lives. 

Romans 10:17

17 So then faith comes by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

Faith in God is about believing in someone that you can't see, who has the ability to create something you can see.  If you can see it, it's not faith. It has nothing to do with your feelings.  It's more about the stance or direction you decide to take inspite of how you feel.  The more you move in that direction, the stronger your faith becomes. It is a testimony based on your experience in/ with what you believe in. It is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.  The patriarchs in the bible chose to trust God, and HE in turn proved HIMSELF faithful to their beliefs. 

It is very important to know God's promises.  Because HE says that HIS Word will not return to HIM void. Isaiah 55 HE commands us to 'taste and see that the Lord is good'.  HE is faithful to HIS Word.  So if you know HIS Word you will know what is HIS Will and laws.  You will learn what to expect and it will improve your confidence in HIS ability to sustain and deliver you like King David. Psalms 138

Psalm 138:2

2 I will worship toward thy holy temple, and praise thy name for thy loving kindness and for thy truth: for thou hast magnified thy word above all thy name.

Just as you would sit on a chair without examining it. Or take your medication as prescribed, or even book a flight and fall asleep on the plane until you reach your destination; so it is too that you should rely on God. It's so amazing how we display trust daily in things and persons, even strangers eg. the bus driver, the car, the train conductor, the chef at the restaurant, the traffic light, just to name a few. Yet the God who created us and loves us so much with such an everlasting love, inspite of all that HE continues to do like hold the sky in place, the seas by the shore, the sun to rise and set repeatedly everyday, oxygen for us to breathe in; has such a hard time getting us to entrust our future in HIS hands.  The devil is a liar. Don't believe him like Eve did. Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not to your own understanding.  In all your ways acknowledge HIM and HE will direct your path.  

TESTIMONY: My Jewish faith in Jesus couldn't be contained!

WORSHIP: Trust In God (feat. Chris Brown & Isaiah Templeton) | Elevation Worship

Change your way of thinking! Believe!

FAITH is the currency of God's Kingdom - Heaven..

FAITH is the  currency of God's Kingdom - Heaven....

The currency of Heaven is faith.  If you want to trade goods and services in heaven or its commonwealth (i.e earth) you will need faith.  God's government has a system where faith is extremely crucial in order to be effective.

Luke 20 This whole passage is about authority. First it's about identifying who is in charge, and then observing the terms of that leadership. Jesus was teaching the gospel, (i.e. revelation of the Kingdom Of God) and the Jewish leaders questioned HIS authority.  They wanted to know/prove or rather discredit HIS allegiance to the Almighty God.  HIS first reference was to John the Baptist who was popularly known as a Jewish representative/ prophet from the Almighty God.  John the Baptist had previously endorsed Jesus as God's chosen representative.  If they acknowledged John's authority, then they would have to automatically accept Jesus's. Also, John had said to his followers that Jesus had more authority from God than he himself did.

HIS second reference was to the parable of the tenants.  A landlord rented his vineyard to farmers  who usurped their authority and killed the landlord's servants and son whom he sent to collect payment on his behalf from the tenants.  So the landlord decided to replace these tenants himself.  Thirdly, they tried to trap Jesus regarding the Roman government regarding taxes.  Romans were in charge of the Jewish society at that time, and because they had failed to get Jesus arrested based on their religious practices, they attempted to get him arrested based on politics.  But Jesus was much smarter than they were.  

Rome required all Jews to pay taxes based on Roman laws.  The financial medium of exchange at that time was known as the denario.  Back then, just as is now, every society had a mandated currency whereby its people exchange it for goods and services in order to maintain economic equilibrium. Without the currency you were unable to trade, hence unable to live and thrive in the same society.  For the Jews, the Roman Empire was the ruling authority.  If Jesus opposed the Roman government they could have him arrested or even killed.  They asked Jesus if it was right for Jews to pay taxes to the Romans, because HE was preaching about another government.  Jesus responded, give to Caesar - in his earthly kingdom what he required (denario), and to God - in HIS Heavenly Kingdom what HE required (faith).

Hebrews 11:6

6 But without faith it is impossible to please him: for he that cometh to God must believe that he is, and that he is a rewarder of them that diligently seek him.

Ephesians 2  Access to God's Kingdom is granted based on God's grace to mankind and our acceptance of HIS grace through faith in HIM.  No one has more privilege than the other because grace is a gift from God that no man can earn.  The laws of Heaven are different from the laws of earth.  Thirdly, the Sadducees further tried to question HIS authority by asking about a widow that was married to seven different brothers.  Who would have rights to her at the resurrection.  Jesus clarified that human marriage does not/ will not occur in heaven.  Marriage is an earthly experience.  

Human laws do not apply to Heavenly laws.  Heavenly laws are superior.  HE used Moses' testimony that the spiritual is more powerful than the physical; that heavenly laws over-ride earthly ones.  Jesus further stated that He had more superiority than David (who the Jews regarded as God's anointed king on earth).  David was God's choice.  But David testified that he was indeed a subject of the Messiah - God's chosen replacement.  Jesus is very careful to warn HIS listeners to beware of religious leaders who would mislead them into believing that they are God's chosen authority on earth.  God's authority on earth is based on those who promote the Kingdom of God by faith in Christ based only God's grace.  Your power to barter on earth in God's commonwealth is based on your faith in God's word. Romans 10  The word of God is Jesus John 1 It is important to understand faith in order to make the most of it, and to reap the rewards God intended for us from the very beginning of time.  Hebrews 11

Invest your faith and watch it multiply!

TESTIMONY: 

VIDEO: Lord I believe in You - Crystal Lewis

The Kingdom of God(pt.5)...What is it?

The Kingdom of God(pt.5)...What is it?

Understanding the Kingdom of God....

In order to understand the Kingdom of God, you've first got to understand how 'a kingdom' operates.  Much of the western world has no idea of a kingdom because we've only experienced citizenship in/ under a republic or democratic government.  The idea of 'kingdom' today tends to be very ancient.  Only very few nations in the world continue to be governed by a king.  Rome was the greatest empire.  When they conquered the Greeks they embraced their government system of democracy and adopted much of their doctrines.  Since then the concept of democracy has been practised throughout the entire world.  Prior to this win, the nations of the world were basically governed by kings. 

In a kingdom the king owns everything including the people and their belongings.  Prosperity in a kingdom is a public issue. The welfare of the citizens of a kingdom is the responsibility of the king.  Therefore the wealth of an individual was a reflection of the wealth of the king.  A king chooses his citizens.  He has the authority to give anything he wants to anyone.  Citizens do not vote in a kingdom.  They have no referendum. A king is born a king.  Disobedience to a king often meant death by capital punishment.  The king is the law.  A king's word is the constitution.  It cannot be changed by anyone.  A king is the embodiment of a kingdom.  Kingdom is not a religious word, it's governmental.  It's not an organisation, fraternity, nor club.  

"A kingdom is a government headed by a king who influences a territory by impacting it with his personal will, purpose and intent, producing a culture, morality and value system that is reflected in its citizens."...Dr. Myles Munroe 

A kingdom has certain characteristics which include:

• a king
• a territory
• citizens
• a constitution
• laws
• a government administration
• privileges
• code of ethics
• an army

The most important thing in a kingdom is obedience to its laws, because you either succeed or fail as a result of your knowledge and understanding.  Ecclesia is a government word, not a religious word.  It's origin is in Greek. The Ecclesia was a group of people selected by the king who reflected the mind and thoughts of the king.  It was their responsibility to turn the king's ideas into practical policies in order to get the empire to do what the king intended. It was the king's cabinet.  As a citizen, privileges in a kingdom are a part of its culture.  It's the norm.  For instance: education is free.  Festivals and medical attention are rights.  If the king's chariot or army is passing in the streets you stop and give-way.  As a citizen you always salute royalty; and the army protects the kingdom.

In the Kingdom of God....

So too, in the Kingdom of God there are citizens, privileges, laws, an army, a territory etc....  God Almighty is the Sovereign over all.  HE rules the entire universe.  Heaven is HIS headquarters.  HE created man and gave man dominion over the earth's territory.  Genesis 1 HIS son Jesus Christ is HIS representative to man on earth.  Jesus came to earth from heaven as royalty.  HE is the King of all kings in the earth.  Jesus is the mediator to the Almighty God in heaven.  1 Timothy 2 But in order to have access to Jesus we need to interface with the Holy Spirit. No one just walks up to a King.  There is protocol at every level.  The army in God's Kingdom are the angels.  Psalm 103 Citizens do not fight the enemy. Citizens are protected by the army because they reflect the glory of the King(dom). The citizens are the people who have accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.  Philippians 3 The laws are the ten commandments.  And the constitution is the bible.  Grace is mercy for disobedience to the law, not a replacement of the law.   Laws are in place to maintain order.  Matthew 5

The more you know and understand the laws and culture, the more you become aware of the privileges of the Kingdom.  For instance: healing and abundance are natural facets in God's Kingdom.  Miracles are the norm.  Jesus when HE was on earth didn't pray to do miracles.  HE just did them, like breathing in air.  Sure HE prayed early every morning for long hours.  But once HE was done praying, all HE had to do was just speak the word of God.  The word of the King is always powerful in HIS Kingdom. Prayer is commune with God.  It includes regular conversation as well as getting instructions from God for HIS mission for your daily life.  As a citizen, you represent the Kingdom wherever you go; and you're supposed to influence your environment like yeast in a dough every occasion you get.  Matthew 13 As God's children, you are royalty.  1 Peter 2 Hence you have power and authority to dictate to the circumstances you encounter, like Jesus stilled the storm.  It is imperative that you allow the Holy Spirit to tutor you in the ways of the Kingdom.  John 16 It's like moving to a foreign land.  You're not familiar with the language nor norms and you need an instructor to advise and train you in the ways and lifestyle which are appropriate.  'Tongues' is the language of the Kingdom, like french is the language of France.  And faith is the currency in the Kingdom like yen is the currency in China.  You never vote in a kingdom, nor disobey the edict of the King.  Popularity and self-sufficiency nor independence are all unacceptable.  The King is the source of and for everything.  The more you understand the nature of the Kingdom, the better and easier your lifestyle.  You'll have to change your original way of thinking, i.e. repent, and follow the leading of the Holy Spirit.  HE is the governor in the Kingdom of God.  It's not hard.  It's just a totally different mindset. Romans 12

TESTIMONY:  Jewish Dr. Dauermann found Jesus to be the door to real Jewish life!

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Yeshua | Jesus Image Worship | Meredith Mauldin | Michael Koulianos | Jesus ‘19

Invite the Holy Spirit to guide you into a new experience.  It's so worth it!

MY PURPOSE - It's in the SEED....

MY PURPOSE - It's in the SEED....

 

Sometimes your obstacle is your gateway.

A seed has everything it needs to become a tree with hanging fruits.  It was 'born' with it.  It just needs to be planted in the right soil, watered and nurtured.  Its strength depends on how much further it goes down in the soil.  The deeper the roots, the stronger the tree.  Each tree blooms and flourishes based on its season.  Each tree is different.  Apples bear apples and peaches the same.  We become what was already inside of us. Each of us were made with a destiny already pre-conceived.

Psalm 139:13-18

13 For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 

14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. 

15 My frame was not hidden from you when I was made in the secret place, when I was woven together in the depths of the earth. 

16 Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.

You are pre-destined....

 

You are not an accident, nor your own creation.  Every primary thing that you need to fulfill your destiny is innate.  Other things come to shape and harden what God has already created.  The rains, the sun and the winds are all a part of the process to strengthen and form you.  Various circumstances were created to prepare you for your future.  (David led and protected sheep before he led and protected people.) Your roots make you stronger.  It is important to be grounded in Christ.  If you want to flourish more, you've got to go deeper down in the soil.  Jeremiah 29 If you want to be solid and sure seek God more.  

 

Philippians 4:13   

I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

"You were born with your greatest gifts. You can do what you believe. BELIEVE!"

God knows your ability because HE created you.  HE is more interested in changing your mindset to match HIS.  HE believes in you.  HE has equipped you with all you'll ever need to accomplish HIS purpose for your life.  But you have to read the manuscript.  You have to read the blueprint, HIS blueprint for your life.  

 

Jeremiah 29:11  

 

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.

"If God planted you there, HE KNEW you could survive there. Your strength is innate. TRUST HIM!"

Your destiny is for your good....

 

Sometimes we get scared or angry about the challenges or obstacles in our lives.  But these obstacles are a part of the process.  In the right season, when it's time to bear fruit, just before the harvest we were created for, a whirlwind might come along.  But winds scatter blossoms, winds scatter new seeds.  One tree will now create many more trees with the greatest of opposition i.e. whirlwinds.  Stay rooted and allow God to do what only HE can do - MIRACLES!  HE can transform your life just like that from a shepherd boy to a King - a most unfamiliar place.  David had never been in a palace, had no 'royal friends'.  But at the right time without any connections he became the leader of the army and later the King.  God is not limited by time and space.  HE created them.  God lives in eternity.  HIS clock starts and stops when HE says so.  God is not intimidated by our circumstances and HE doesn't expect us to be either.  Luke 10

"God always sends your Goliath to reveal you: your influence, power, tenacity, drive.  Your Goliath is your platform to your destiny." Rev. T.D.Jakes

Tend to what god has placed in front of you; because HE is preparing you for something greater than you could ever imagine.  Your destiny doesn't depend on your beginnings, nor your reality.  Your destiny depends on HIS plans for your life, and your submission to HIM.  God created you to dominate your circumstances and the world you live in.  Genesis 1 HE has given you a Kingdom to dominate before the foundations of the earth. Ephesians 1 Will you embrace it?  Will you pull close enough to HIM to hear what HE has to say about your present and future? You have the ability. Do you have the right mentality?  Let the Holy Spirit teach you The Will of God for your life here on earth. Ask HIM! You are the salt of the earth, the yeast in the dough, the light on a hill.  It's not about your size but your influence.  You are created to make a big difference everywhere you go, just like Jesus did. So do it!

TESTIMONY: Steve Harvey's Success journey | Jeremiah 29:11 I know the plans I have for you declares the Lord...

 

WORSHIP:  Come Away!

Your PURPOSE - It's already in you!