We are weak. We are frail humans. God wants to trust us to
do HIS business down here on earth. The problem is we are all in our feelings
stuck in worry, unhappiness, doubt and fear and we keep getting distracted from
our heavenly assignment. All this negative activity is truly sucking the joy out of us. Life is
truly beautiful if you stop and smell the roses literally. (if you live in
Texas, take some Claritin, first) :P
As a believer, you have authority for much (Luke 10:19) on
this earth. We were given a spirit of power and courage. It is hard to see that when we are depressed
and think this life is not making us happy. We must fight to get our flesh in
check. Our flesh will run us if we are not careful.
Well, Monique that sounds great but um I just cannot see
myself out of this situation right now? You really do not get what is happening
to me? Sis, the situation you are in is not ideal however, it is for the glory
of the Lord. You MUST trust that God knows what he is doing in your life. The situation is
not about you all the time. It could very well be someone else’s break through
that is in the situation with you. God is needing your obedience to let his
plans work. We are always so concerned with the unknown (me included) and we
want answers now and do not want to wait. We will pout, sulk, be upset and talk
about our problems all day making ourselves so unhappy because WE are the
issue.
We have to start to shift and be accountable for what is
going on in our heart. We must take our eyes off the problem, situation or whatever
it is that is causing stress and worry and focus on ALL things Jesus. It is
time for kingdom business.
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When was the last time you went in your closet
to donate clothes?
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What does your soul care look like? Have you
even tried to open your Bible before you started to complain?
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Do you know of someone that could use a hug,
some hope or some encouragement?
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Have you found a church home? Are you serving in
it?
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Have you tried casting your care? That means
surrendering it to the Lord and trusting he will work it out.
Scriptures to study: Wage war in the spirit
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Luke 10:19
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Matthew 28:18
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1 John 4:4
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2 Corinthians 10:3-5
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Romans 12:1-21
There are so many things we can do right while God is moving
behind the scenes moving on our behalf. We do not need to know what God is doing
at all times. If we did, why is believing and trusting in God and his timing even
needed? No more talking about the issue. No more worrying and fretting. No more
praying for your problems to vanish. It is time you move from that valley (no
more camping out) and be all that God needs you to be. Pick yourself off the
floor, put down the phone, and pause, pray, wait, worship with serve. No more pity parties for you.
The mind is a true a battlefield, sis. You must renew it
every second of the day. You are no longer your past. You are a new creation in
Christ Jesus. You truly can do all the things God has called you to do. No
weapon will form against you nor shall it prosper. You are a child of the MOST
high King. You must act, think and appreciate all God has done for you and is
doing for you EVEN in trial. There is blessing that will come out of the whole
situation but there is something blocking your view. Partner with God to remove
it and be better. Don’t feel bad, don’t give up. Keep going and fight for your
life! Switch your perspective!! You cannot be happy until you decide you will
be. No more blaming others. It is time to shift. Time to grow and be about
Jesus. Your family is your first ministry. Start there if you cannot think of
anywhere to start. Just do something and God will meet you right where you are.
In Christ,
Monique Smith
Prayer Starter:
Lord, I am hurting. My heart is filled with so much
bitterness and unhappiness. Take this burden from me, Jesus. I give it all to
you and surrender my way of thinking and reacting. I want a new me, Lord.
Please partner with me to change my life, my heart, and my perspective. I am
nothing without you, Father. Cleanse me from my sins. I am tired of worrying
and going back in forth with myself. Keep me steady, Father. Give me peace that
surpasses all my understanding. I love you and thank you for all that you are
doing in my life even when I cannot see it. I pray in Jesus precious name. Amen
