Don't Force It

Let God show you the way - Then you'll never be lost.

Today’s Scripture

"Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you'll recover your life. I'll show you how to take a real rest. 29 Walk with me and work with me — watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace. I won't lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. 30 Keep company with me and you'll learn to live freely and lightly." (Matthew 11:28-30 – Msg)

Today’s Word

One of the many great things about God is that He never forces you to believe in Him. He will never make you feel guilty, bad or invalidated because of past mistakes or “man made” rules. God is always inviting, generous and loving but never forceful, He’s very patient. He calls you into friendship with Him and gives you His very best, and all the time never forcing it upon you. This week, why not give God your very best and trust Him unconditionally with your entire life, you’ll feel so close to Him and so much better after you do. Tell Him alone your inner-most secrets, fears, joys and plans, He’s eager to listen. Then, let God lead you to live the most gratifying and joy-filled life you can ever imagine, a life filled with promises from God Himself. And remember; when you have to force anything, maybe it wasn’t meant to be.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, today is the day, no more procrastination, please come into my heart, be my Lord and my Savior, forgive my sins and give me a new life, a new beginning and a fresh start that will bring glory to Your Holy Name. Today is the day that I surrender my life to You and begin living the life You created me to live. In Jesus Name – Amen.

Forgiveness

Today's Scripture

"Give us our food again today, as usual, and forgive us our sins, just as we have forgiven those who have sinned against us." Matthew 6:11-12 TLB

Let it go and watch what God does

Today's Word

Bless God today by forgiving someone who has wronged you. You'll be surprised how good it feels and how you'll begin to mature as you practice forgiveness more and more.

A Prayer for Today

Dear God, it's very difficult for me to forgive, especially those who continue to wrong me. Give me the strength to forgive and forget those who know not what they do. Bless them Oh Lord, that they may know You and love You and walk with You as I am now. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.


ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC:
Psalm 51:1-19; John 20:19-31; John 13:31-38; 1 John 1:1-10; Genesis 45:1-28; Romans 122:1-21; Matthew 6:5-15; Matthew 18:21-35.

Dare To Live Your Dreams

Just Be Real

Today's Scripture

"If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness" (I John 1:9).

Ring, Ring!!!! Answer that phone ~ This is for you!

Today's Word

Do you need a fresh new start today? Then you're going to need God on your side. Here's how you do it. Just stop what you're doing and speak with Him. Once you are really in God's presence you will feel the need to come clean, you will feel the need for His closeness and feel the need for a good confession. Just begin slowly, and tell Him exactly what's on your mind. Remember, you're not a pro at this, and He knows it, so just be real.

When you leave that conversation with God your heart will be opened like never before to His leading, and your life will take a turn in the right direction. You'll begin living your life with purpose and yearn to live life as it was intended.

Give God a chance, He's your Father, and He's been waiting. Not to beat you up or condemn you. But to say, "I've been waiting for you so that we can enjoy life forever more together. Now that's a Father!

A Prayer for Today

Dear God, I never knew You understood me so well. You anoint my head and heart with hope knowing there is nothing that can ever separate me from Your love. Cleanse me Father, that I may be acceptable and an instrument in Your hand all the days of my life. In Jesus name I pray. Amen.

ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC:
Isaiah 1:19; John 7:38; Romans 12:11; 2 Timothy 1:6; Isaiah 43:19; Matthew 9:29; Psalm 23:6.

Letting Go

Today's Scripture

"You'll use the old rubble of past lives to build anew, rebuild the foundations from out of our past. You'll be known as those who can fix anything, restore old ruins, rebuild and renovate, make the community livable again." [Isaiah 58:12 - The Message]

Today's Word

We live in a society that loves to make excuses, and one of our favorite phrases is: "It's not my fault." But the truth is, if we are bitter and resentful, it's because we are allowing ourselves to remain that way. We've all had negative things happen to us. If you look hard enough, anyone can make excuses and blame the past for his bad attitude, poor choices, or hot temper.

You may have valid reason. You may have gone through things that nobody deserves to experience in life-physical, verbal, sexual, or emotional abuse. Maybe you've struggled with a chronic illness or an irreparable physical problem. Maybe your dreams didn't work out. I don't mean to minimize those difficult experiences, but if you want to live in victory, you can't let your past poison your future.

It's time to allow emotional wounds to heal, to let go of your excuses and stop feeling sorry for yourself. It's time to get rid of your victim mentality. Nobody-not even God-ever promised that life would be fair. Quit comparing your life to someone else's, and quit dwelling on what could or should have been. Quit asking questions such as, "Why this?" or "Why that?" or "Why me?" Let go of those hurts and pains. Forgive the people who did you wrong. Forgive yourself for the mistakes you've made. Today can be a new beginning if you will let go of your past and embrace today.

A Prayer for Today

Lord, Every once in a while I need to be reminded just how far You have brought me, protected me and sustained me, I give You thanks by living my life each day the way You designed me to live, Victoriously and with purpose. Thank You Lord. In Jesus name. Amen.


ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC:
1 Samuel 7:12, Matthew 15:33, 1 Kings 12:30,, 16:1-7, 1 Corinthians 10:11.

Shake Off the Baggage

Today's Scripture

"You'll use the old rubble of the past lives to build anew, rebuild the foundations from out of your past. You'll be known as those who can fix anything, restore old ruins, rebuild and renovate, make the community livable again." [Isaiah 58:12 - The Message]

Today's Word

Friend, don't be a prisoner of the past. Some people are always dwelling on their disappointments. They can't understand why their prayers aren't being answered, why their loved one wasn't healed, why they were mistreated. Some people have lived so long in self-pity that it has become part of their identity. They don't realize that God wants to restore what's been stolen.

If you're not willing to let go of the old, don't expect God to do the new. If you've had some unfair things happen to you, make a decision that you're going to quit reliving those things in your memory. Instead, think of good things, things that will build you up and not tear you down, things that will encourage you and give you the hope that there's a brighter tomorrow.

Why? Because your life is going to follow your thoughts. If you're constantly dwelling on all the negative things that have happened to you, focused on the mistakes you've made and what you've done wrong, then you're perpetuating that problem. You will never be truly happy as long as you harbor bitterness in your heart.

You may even need to forgive God. Perhaps you've been blaming Him for taking one of you loved ones or because your situations didn't work out after you prayed about it. If you don't deal with it, you will wallow in self-pity. You must let go of those negative attitudes and the accompanying anger if you're going to ever live the life that God intended for you. Get rid of all the excess baggage you've been carrying and begin living a life of purpose. Make today a new beginning by letting go.

A Prayer for Today

Lord, help me to surrender all my issues, both small and large to You. Help me to stop worrying and learning to trust You more, show me how to live today so that I will bring all of the glory to You and You alone. In Jesus name. Amen.

ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC:
John 8:32, Matthew 11:28.

The Master's Plan

Today's Scripture

"For I know the plans I have for you," says the Lord. "They are plans for good and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." (Jeremiah 29:11 - TLB)

Today's Word

Don't live your life condemned by the mistakes of your past, even yesterdays. The accuser will always tell you there is something wrong with you, because he twists the truth. Don't allow condemning voices to take root over God's promise. Feel good about yourself and believe Gods plan for your life. Don't internalize your guilt, but release it by accepting Gods favor over your life through His grace and mercy.

Don't dwell on the accusers lies, God has forgive you over and over again, and nothing you could ever do can keep God's love from you. You may have missed Plan A, but God has a Plan B, Plan C, Plan D and Plan E. You can never out sin His grace because He knew from the beginning of creation the plan He has for you and nothing will interfere with the Masters Plan. So, stop dwelling on the lies and start preparing for more of God's abundance in your life.

Remember: In you lives a Champion!

A Prayer for Today

Lord, Your grace and mercy are my joy and hope. Your Word is my encouragement and Your promise my faith. You are my source of everlasting life and my strength for today. To this I say, Glory to God in the highest, blessed be Your name forever! In Jesus name. Amen.

ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC: Psalm 51:1-19, John 20:19-31, John 13:31-38, 1 John 1:1-10, Genesis 45:1-28, Romans 12:1-21, Matthew 6:5-15, Matthew 18:21-35.