Time To Get Off Your But

Your own wrong thinking can keep you from God's best.

Today's Scripture

Moses answered God, "But why me? What makes you think that I could ever go to Pharaoh and lead the children of Israel out of Egypt?" (Exodus 3:11 The Message)

Today's Word

Do you know that one of the tricks of the enemy is to try and convince you that God’s Word has no power or truth over your life today? He will use every tactic he can to provoke you into speaking curses over your blessings. For example, a person is diagnosed with a certain illness and miraculously God heals them. Instead of acknowledging God you may hear something like, “But, what if it comes back again?” Or a marriage is restored only to hear the words, “But, I don’t know how long it will last this time.” Or maybe you have heard this one, “He got a job, but let’s see how long he can keep it!” Words like these are poisonous; they contaminate the air God has given us to breath and they actually rob you of God’s joy. Learn to leave the “buts” behind you and stand in agreement with God by speaking His Word over every area of your life. I encourage you to get into God’s Word [The Bible] and learn to be what it says you can be, learn to do what it says you can do, and learn to live the life you were designed to live, you’ll notice a difference almost immediately and the rewards are great, you’ll leave the “buts” behind.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, Your Word refreshes me every day. It shows me I have so much more than I ever dreamed of when I spend time meditating on Your promises and truths. Teach me today that which You would have me learn that I may be all You created me to be. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Get into Position

You have not because you ask not!

Today's Scripture

If a child asks his father for a loaf of bread, will he be given a stone instead? If he asks for fish, will he be given a poisonous snake? Of course not! And if you hardhearted, sinful men know how to give good gifts to your children, won't your Father in heaven even more certainly give good gifts to those who ask him for them? Matthew 7:9-11 - TLB


Today's Word

God wants you to have all that He has created and provided for you, it’s already within your reach, but you need to get yourself into position to receive it. When you pray or have a conversation with God, He wants you to be yourself, that’s the first position. Then, learn to open up to Him and speak with Him like He is a real person, because guess what? He is real! That’s the second position. Then, whatever your need (not your want), tell Him and then leave the giving to Him, not the taking to you. That’s the third position. You see, God wants you to trust Him with every area of your life, not just the parts you want, but every area. If you’re a parent, don’t you want your child to speak with you openly? If they should have a legitimate need, wouldn’t you want them to share that with you? You may think it wrong to ask God for something, but the only wrong is you’re thinking that God is not interested in every part of your life. When some people think of God they think of a suffering God, a faraway God and a non-understand God, and that’s why so many lack so much, because they really don’t know God the way He wants them to know Him. The Word of God reveals Him as loving, giving and ever present just for you. He is your Shield in time of battle, your Physician when wounded and your Provider when in need. God is all you will ever need to enter into forever, so no matter what your challenge, your hope or dream, let God in on it one-hundred percent, and watch how different the outcome is.
If you were sick, would you think it wrong to ask God to heal you, that maybe He is unable? If your family is dysfunctional, would you think it wrong to ask God to intervene, that He wasn’t qualified? If your business is declining, would you think it terrible to ask God to help because He wouldn’t understand? If your marriage is on the rocks, would you think God was unqualified or incapable to restore it? Of course not! Get into the right position and talk to God, you’ll be so glad you did. And don’t forget to thank Him as your blessings come one-by-one. Your position will determine the outcome.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, I come to You and open my heart, share my dreams and ask Your intervention in my challenges. I lift my loved ones to You, my health to You, my finances to You and my every day to You, You are my God, my Provider and my Strong Tower and I long to be near to You in every area of my life. Thank You for being so patient with me, so inviting and so comforting. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Help is on the way!

In the time of need, sow a seed.

Today Scripture

"Who but I have told you this would happen? Who else predicted this, making you admit that he was right? No one else! None other said one word! I was the first to tell Jerusalem, 'Look! Look! Help is on the way!' Not one of your idols told you this. Not one gave any answer when I asked. See, they are all foolish, worthless things; your idols are all as empty as the wind.” (Isa 41:26-29 TLB)

Today’s Word

Do you know someone who is challenged right now with physical, psychological or spiritual setbacks? We all have them from time-to-time, but there is a difference in the outcome of those whom trust, set themselves apart and expect God to move in their life, and not by ritual, icon or tradition. Take a moment today and reflect on all that God has taken you through in your life. Maybe a wicked divorce, health issues, the loss of someone you loved dearly or even the pain of invalidation from those you expected validation from. All of these and so much more are very real and can challenge the strongest of us, but there is one thing that sets the “True Believer” apart from the “Sunday Believer” and that is knowing deep within your heart-of-hearts that HELP IS ON THE WAY! When you encourage someone or need encouragement yourself always remember that God has not deserted you and He never will, He loves you beyond your comprehension. His Word declares there is nothing that can ever separate you from His love. Therefore, sing it, shout it, speak it and proclaim it in the valley, on the mountain, in the city and across the land, HELP IS ON THE WAY! Go ahead say it out loud right now, “HELP IS ON THE WAY!” Feels good doesn’t it? Now, don’t just believe, but expect God’s very best in your life today. Enjoy your life knowing the outcome of your challenges are going to bring glory to God no matter what.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, how could I ever think You could forget my need? I know that it is You that wakes me in the morning and allows my heart to beat throughout the day. I put my entire life in Your hands resting assured that You have plans for me that are beyond my understanding right now. Thank you Father for birthing me to love You and those You bring my way. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Looking Back Can Mess You Up!

Don't let anyone take your joy today - It was given as a gift from God.

Today’s Scripture

But Lot's wife looked back as she was following along behind him and became a pillar of salt.
Genesis 19:26 - TLB

Today’s Word

Ever notice the difference in the size of your vehicle’s rearview mirror verses the size of your windshield? In moving forward the emphasis is on where you’re going; not where you’ve been. Keep focused on all that God has in store for you, there’s so much to look forward to. People who continuously look back can’t appreciate where God is taking them, their focus is wrong and eventually they run into problems. God has created you to go so much further, to see and do so much more, and to travel far beyond your expectations or dreams, regardless, of where you have come from, or what you have left behind. So, stay focused on where you’re going and enjoy the journey, there is so much more ahead.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, my eyes are focused not on what I see, but in what You have promised, and I believe with all of my heart that my best is yet to come. Thank you for each new day and for each new opportunity that comes my way, I’m looking forward to all there is to come. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Remain Teachable

God doesn't want 99% of you - He wants ALL of you!

Today’s Scripture

“And it is he who will supply all your needs from his riches in glory because of what Christ Jesus has done for us. Now unto God our Father be glory forever and ever. Amen.” (Philippians 4:19-20 – TLB)

Today’s Word

Maturity is seen at many different levels in our lives, we are not all at the same place at the same time, we are where we want or desire to be. Try and always remain teachable having a desire to spiritually mature more and more each day, and as you do, you will prosper far beyond your expectations or what others may care to understand .
When you do something, do it for the Lord and the Lord Himself will repay you over and over again, His Word promises He will supply ALL of your needs according to His riches in glory. A Christian’s goal should be that of A Servant of the Lord. So in everything you do, do it for Him and you can be sure He will do everything for you.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, in everything I do, I do it for You. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Speak Blessings

Be careful what you pray for

Today’s Scripture

“For if you give, you will get! Your gift will return to you in full and overflowing measure, pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, and running over. Whatever measure you use to give-large or small-will be used to measure what is given back to you." Luke 6:38 - TLB

Today’s Word

I know a man that seems to have everything monetarily and spiritually and I once had resentment towards this man; I knew he didn’t need anything, so I certainly never prayed for him. Then one day I asked God to teach me how to pray. Over and over again I would ask, “Lord, teach me to pray the way You want me to pray.” Then years later He answered me with these words, “I want you to pray for that man you seem to resent, the one who has everything. Pray for him as though you love him; pray that he would have increase and a good life, pray that he might have more joy, fulfillment and peace.” I thought I was going crazy, but in my heart, I knew this could only be the voice of God telling me to bless someone I didn’t even like. So, I began to pray, “Father I speak words of increase over “so-and-so’s” life. Give him health, prosperity, covering over his family and business, and a good life.” Then, all of a sudden as the words left my mouth I realized, I was actually speaking blessings over my own life and family. When you give to others, friend you are actually giving to yourself. Whatever measure you use in giving will be used in measuring what comes back to you. Begin speaking favor over the lives of others, even those you don’t like. Speak healing, prosperity, goodness and Salvation over them and watch what happens in your own life. You will reap exactly what you sow, blessings heaped upon blessings. I speak increase over every area of your life!

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, I speak increase in the lives of those who read this today, I speak prosperity over every area of their life, their health, businesses, families and loved-ones. Father, give them years of goodness, mercy and increase that they might increase others. In Jesus Name. – Amen.