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If You Want it Bad Enough… (Accept no Excuses)
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“If you really want to do something, you will find a way. If you don’t, you will find an excuse.” ―E. James Rohn
Every since we were kids we’ve had amazing dreams. For some, being the world’s greatest sports star or big time musician was the ultimate dream. Others wanted to be a doctor or a lawyer. For someone else, a firefighter or a teacher was enough to make their future a success.
Somewhere along the line, we stopped dreaming and started making excuses. We’ve allowed discouragement to set in and deter our focus. At some point, many have listened to the naysayers say things like, “that’s impossible” or “I tried that and it doesn’t work.” They would even go as far as to say, “your chances are slim to none compared to the other contenders.” And what’s worse is we’ve made excuses for ourselves.
But if you want it bad enough, you’ll accept no excuses. You’ll stop at nothing. God has given you all the tools to do any and everything you want to do. Tap into those tools. Take your God-given talent and put it to good use for you.
What dreams and visions have you forfeited? Maybe you wanted to be a big time lawyer, but you allowed room for the voices of defeat. Maybe all your life you Read More→
See Yourself Through God’s Eyes
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In the grand scheme of things, God sees you as whole, equipped and complete. To Him, you are a royal masterpiece of honor, greatness and power. His Word says you’re an overcomer, more than a conqueror and able to accomplish all things.
But too often, we don’t see ourselves through the eyes of God. We see the setbacks and failures. We see the impossibilities but God sees the possibilities. We see our incompetence but God sees our potential. We see our lack thereof and the Lord sees provision. We see no way out, but God has a way of escape.
If you’ll start seeing yourself through the eyes of God, you’ll realize you can accomplish more than you think. Get a vision for who you are in the grand microscope. Focus on the big picture
Sure you may have failed in the past. You may have made some bad decisions. In the natural, you may have some handicaps, but these are the ingredients that make up your success. Some of the most successful people have had the greatest failures.
Realize that you have an advantage. Before the foundation of the world, God ordained that you would do great things. He had a plan for you before you were formed in the womb.
Know that you are the apple of God’s eye. You are His most prized possession. He sees you from the big picture.
I think about how when we travel in an airplane, everything looks magnificent and beautiful when looking down from above. Even the most run-down looking cities with graffiti, torn down buildings and pollution, have a splendid picture of perfection looking down from thirty-thousand feet in the air. From that high up, you can’t see such Read More→
He’s the Lifter of Our Heads!
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“But you, O LORD, are a shield about me, my glory, and the lifter of my head.” – Psalm 3:3
There is no situation that our God can’t turn around for the greater good. There is no pit too deep that the LORD can’t raise you out of.
We all face our dark days. We all experience doom and gloom. But know today that we serve a God who is the lifter of our heads.
God has the ability to bring joy in the times of sorrow. When you have a hung down head, our God goes to work behind the scenes to comfort you and meet you at the point of your need.
Remember, when you’re at your weakest that’s when God is at His strongest in you. When you don’t see a way, God has a way.
I love how the Psalmist says it. He says, “The LORD is near to to the brokenhearted and He saves the crushed in spirit.” If you have a broken heart, our God is a faithful God. He’s the mender of broken hearts!
God’s Word has the awesome ability to speak life, victory and encouragement into your circumstance. Our almighty God is sufficient and He can provide the
Jesus the Same Yesterday, Today and Forevermore!
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“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forevermore.” – Hebrews 13:8
Have you ever experienced a here today, gone tomorrow type of relationship? Maybe you’ve encountered some failed promises and misunderstandings along the way. Well, the good thing about our God is He’s forever the same. His love towards us never changes.
People may come and go. They may disappoint you, hurt you, upset you, or turn their backs on you. But the good news is, Jesus is unchangeable. His love is unending. Unlike man, He doesn’t compromise His character based on circumstances. He’s not fickle. No He is a steadfast God.
His Word says that His love never fails. God’s love is not based on circumstances. It’s not based on your past or what you can do for him. No, His love is unconditional and it’s forever the same.
The scripture says Jesus is the same yesterday, today and forevermore. The God we serve was the same when He created the universe. He was the Read More→
Start the New Year off on a Good Foot
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So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. – 1 Corinthians 10:31
God wants nothing but the best for you in this new season of your life. He’s given you everything that you need to go forward in excellence!
So remember to put your best foot forward in everything you do. And do it all for the glory of God. With anything in life, whether it’s a new year, new career, or a new resolution, the way you start will determine the course of it. If you start off lackadaisical and half-hearted that’s the kind of outcome you’ll get.
We serve a God who gives us His best, so try to give Him your best. If there’s something that you did in the past with a lack of zeal and passion, try to give it your all. Maybe you’ve failed at a prior commitment, don’t wallow in despair. Know that God has granted you another opportunity to charge forth.
So take this opportunity to put your best foot forward. You can start Read More→
Your Best Days are Ahead of You!
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The glory of this latter temple shall be greater than the former, says the Lord of hosts. And in this place I will give peace, says the Lord of hosts. – Haggai 2:9
As you embark into a New Year, God wants you to look forward with hope and expectation. This is a chance for you to wipe the slate clean and leap forward with God’s great joy.
No matter what your past may have been, God already has your future planned. Your best days are ahead of you!
God’s Word says that your latter days will be greater than your former days. Not only that, but God promises in the scripture that there will be peace in the days ahead.
God doesn’t want you to go into a new year looking behind you. He doesn’t want you to compare the now with what has been in the past. He doesn’t want you Read More→
God’s Grace is Sufficient
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But he said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”… 2 Corinthians 12:9
The Bible refers to the Lord’s grace as the unmerited favor of God. The good news for us, is that God honors us even when we don’t deserve it.
I love how in the scripture, God says, “My grace is sufficient for you…” Think about that word sufficient. What does it mean to you?
The word sufficient means, “enough to meet a need or purpose; adequate.” God’s grace is just enough to meet your need. He never runs out of grace. His grace doesn’t barely meet our needs. God’s unmerited favor isn’t here today and gone tomorrow. No, God’s word says His grace is sufficient for you.
That means you’ll never be without. You’ll never be in lack. You’ll never have to want for anything. When you’re running on empty, running on fumes, God refills your tank with His grace, mercy, honor, and favor.
It doesn’t matter who you are. Whatever your background, creed or history, God’s mercies and compassions are new everyday. He doesn’t base this sufficient grace on your past or where you’ve come from. No, His grace for you is Read More→
Look for the Showers of Blessings!
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I will make them and the places surrounding my hill a blessing. I will send down showers in season; there will be showers of blessing. – Ezekiel 34:26
Whether you know it or not, God is blessing you every minute of the day. Every breath that you take is a blessing from the almighty God.
From the moment you wake up to the time you lay down to rest, God’s mercies are endless. Everyday that you come and go, God is showering down blessings in your favor.
When you wake up in the morning, instead of looking at what seems to be a curse, look for the showers of blessings from the most High God. Live in expectation that something good is going to happen to you today. Take out some time and meditate on the mighty works that God has already performed on your behalf.
Look at the victories you’ve won. Look at the successes. Thank God for all your accomplishments. Focus your attention on the doors of opportunity that have been granted to you. Maybe there was a time when you didn’t see a way, but Read More→
God Comforts the Discomforted
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Comfort, comfort my people, says your God. – Isaiah 40:1
We serve a mighty God who comforts us in times of distress. When we venture out into unknown territories, those areas where we’re discontented, God reaches down and brings the comfort we need. He is the God of all comfort.
Often times, we hesitate going out of our comfort zone. But know that wherever you are, no matter how far out of your comfort zone you find yourself, God will bring a sense of ease and contentment.
You see, God wants you to feel whole and comforted, not only in the easy times, but in the times of pressure. He doesn’t want you to go around stressed, troubled, living a life of uneasiness. No, He wants you to look to Him and find peace in times of sorrows.
When you’re faced with difficulties and hard challenges, take a moment and Read More→
He’s a God of Many Roles
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For unto us a Child is born, unto us a Son is given; And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. – Isaiah 9:6
This Christmas season, we can rejoice in knowing that we serve a great God who fills many positions. He plays many roles. Whatever you need Him to be, that’s who He’ll be.
If you’re looking for a friend, He’s a friend to the friendless. Our God is a friend who sticks closer than a brother. He called you friend before you even knew Him.
In the scripture, Isaiah refers to Christ as Wonderful Counselor. That means if you’re seeking wisdom, guidance or advice, you can run to Christ for counsel.
He’s also referred to as the Mighty God. He’s the most High God, the God above all gods. And the good news is, you have access to Him. You don’t have to Read More→
