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.

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.

You're Called

With God you cannot fail

Today’s Scripture

"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” Isa 55:8-9 NIV

Today’s Word

There are times when others may not understand God’s call on your life (that is when He calls you to do something for Him). When God calls, He calls you to surrender your agenda and follow His. God knows what we are capable of and He knows that you can succeed in your calling if you will follow Him in all of your ways. You may not understand or know exactly what it is that God has called you to do yet, but when you are obedient to Him, everything just falls into place and in God’s time He will see your mission through to completion. So, don’t worry about what others may or may not think, but allow God to work in you and through you and you will succeed in your calling far beyond the understanding or expectations of others. Remember, His opinion is the only one that counts.

A Prayer for Today

Heavenly Father, I know that You are with me, guarding and guiding me every step of this my journey as I draw closer and closer to You. Help me not to focus on what others may or may not think, but to focus on Your thoughts, knowing that You see far beyond all human understanding. I want to please you in all of my ways following Your plans for my life and succeeding in everything I put my hand to, bringing all of the glory to You. For Your love draws me closer and closer to my calling. In Jesus’ Name I pray – Amen.

A Determined Spirit

Today's Scripture

"In everything give thanks; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus."
1 Thessalonians 5:18

Today's Word

Life is too short to trudge through it depressed and defeated. No matter what has come against you or what is causing you to slip and fall, no matter who or what is trying to push you down, you need to keep getting up on the inside.

If you want to give your enemy a nervous breakdown, learn to keep a good attitude even when the bottom drops out! Learn to be happy even when things don't go your way. When many people face adversity, they allow their doubt to cloud their determination, thus weakening their faith. They don't persevere; they don't keep a good attitude. Ironically, because their spirits are not right, they remain in bad situations longer than necessary.

Medical science tells us that people with a determined, feisty spirit get well quicker than people who are prone to be negative and discouraged. That's because God made us to be determined. We were not created to live in depression and defeat. A negative spirit dries up your energy; it weakens your immune system. Many people are living with physical ailments and emotional bondages because they are not standing up on the inside.

Get rid of the mind-set that's saying you can't do it; you can't be happy; you have too much to overcome. Those are all lies from the enemy. Learn to tap into the can-do power that God has placed inside you. Stand strong and fight the good fight of faith.

A Prayer for Today

Lord, I can never stop praising you for the new life you have given me. I will not be discouraged, down nor defeated, but I will give you honor for I know that in every area of my life you have rescued me to be all that you created me to be. I will walk each day as a testimony to your goodness and grace and expect to be yet another opportunity to bless another. In Jesus name. Amen.

ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC:
Genesis 49:1-28, Judges 7:1-24, Isaiah 40:25-31, Luke 4:1-13.

You're Beautiful

Today's Scripture

"I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself." (I Corinthians 4:3)

Today's Word

You were made to be all that God wanted you to be and there is an anointing [blessing] on you! The enemy may try to convince you that you have to conform to the opinions of others, but if you are secure in who God made you to be, you can resist those outside demands and pressures that try to mold you into something you were never meant to be. Remember, you’re you and you’re unique, filled with gifts, talents and special abilities.

Don't rely on the opinions and approval of other people, they have their own challenges. Don't let anyone steal your unique creativity and qualities. God made each of us with a different purpose in mind. As you continue to grow in your personal relationship with the Lord, through prayer, meditation, worship, and fellowship, you will gain more and more confidence that the Lord will free you from the opinions of man, and allow you to be exactly who God created and designed you to be! You’re you, God made, Spirit breathed, purpose driven and uniquely set-apart to be all God created you to be. Wow!

Now go and live the life God designed you to live with purpose, definition and exuberance. You were created to bring the beauty of the Lord to the entire world. And never allow anyone, including yourself, to mock what God has made so beautiful.

A Prayer for Today

God, I want to live for your approval alone and not the approval of others. I need to feel your strength when I feel tempted to change who I am to conform to this world. Please help me to remember that You love me just the way I am! In Jesus' name - Amen.

ADDITIONAL SCRIPTURE RELATING TO TODAY'S TOPIC: 1 Chronicles 13:1-14, Matthew 23:1-39, 2 Timothy 2:14-26.