2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has gone, the new has come!
INSPIRATION
Your relationship with Christ is new every day because every day, He grants new mercies. Too often, we keep our mentality stuck on the way things use to be when Christ is trying to push us into our new blessings. Today is a new day, so throw away old patterns, old thinking, and old drama and look to the new things God has in store for you.
Galatians 6:9
Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.
INSPIRATION
Never feel like you're being taken advantage of when you're doing something good. Sure, you may not get thanked, recognized or even acknowledged; but, as long as you are working from your heart, God will always notice you. Today, don't work for the "thank you," work for your harvest.
Psalm 27:14
Wait for the LORD; be strong and take heart and wait for the LORD.
INSPIRATION
Waiting is not just an opportunity to let time pass by; but rather, it is an opportunity to do a self evaluation so that you're ready for your next goal. When God wants us to wait, He affords us with the opportunity to set new goals which will make us more productive in our daily lives and stronger against any enemies. If you find yourself waiting but haven't felt any change, then it's time to seize this opportunity to sharpen your mind and do something that will help you maximize your waiting period. Today, don't just wait; wait with strength knowing that God is with you!
Mark 11:24
Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask for in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours.
INSPIRATION
A good prayer life not only says the words, but believes in the word, trusts in the word, and has faith in the word. This is your year to stop believing in previous mistakes or shortcomings. It is time to believe that God will do it again for you for your good! Today, believe in your prayer, AMEN.
Psalm 34:8
Taste and see that the LORD is good; blessed is the one who takes refuge in him.
INSPIRATION
Having just come off the holiday season with good eating, the one thing that made the meals right was making sure it tastes good before you served it to others. This experimental test afforded you the opportunity to see if you needed to add more, make necessary adjustments, or start over. Once you've figured it out, you were then ready to serve. Well the same goes for how we experiment the goodness of God. When we don't have enough God in our lives, we need to add more of Him. When we forget to consult God for our goals, we need to make adjustments. Finally, when we're ready to fully acknowledge that He is God, we are then ready to taste and tell others just how great He is. Today, if anyone cannot understand why you still stand strong instead of living defeated; tell them, "You have to taste it to believe it!"
Psalms 86:4
Bring joy to your servant, Lord, for I put my trust in you.
INSPIRATION
If you are struggling with faith, it's because you are struggling with trust. It will always be hard to jump for joy if you cannot trust the resource for your joy. Not only does God desire to bring you to another level, but He desires that you know for yourself that you can trust Him to bring you through. If you want joy, you have to put your fears, your doubts, and any and all negative things down so that you can truly submit to God who is the only true source for joy! Today, stop trusting in others and start trusting in God!
Psalm 119:130
The unfolding of your words gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.
INSPIRATION
God's word was never intended to complicate our lives. We complicate things when we try to interpret His message to fit our own agendas. If we learn to take God at His word, we will eliminate a lot of confusion in our lives and can begin to walk in His light. Today, remove your agenda from God's plan and take Him at His word.
Proverbs 11:25
A generous person will prosper; whoever refreshes others will be refreshed.
INSPIRATION
When you give to others, it is not always about money. Some people will need you for advice, for a referral, or even just for some of your time to assist them with their goals. However you can bless somebody; do it, because the blessing will always come back to you. Today, realize that if you just help somebody along the way, then your living is not in vain.
Luke 13:18-19
Then Jesus asked, "What is the kingdom of God like? What shall I compare it to? It is like a mustard seed, which a man took and planted in his garden. It grew and became a tree, and the birds of the air perched in its branches."
INSPIRATION
Big things come in small packages. And, just like faith, you only need a little bit of it to receive big blessings. Too often, we think we have to do large and exciting things to get God's attention. While taking on what appears to be a large project to bring people in the fold of Christ is nice, God is more concerned that you kept your faith even when they didn't follow you to Him. Today, don't look for the big package to brighten your day, just keep a little faith with you to keep you happy through the whole day.
Proverbs 16:3
Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed.
INSPIRATION
In order to have commitment, you must have discipline. You have to set up a plan from the very beginning that no matter how tired you get, you will not stop. No matter how frustrated you may get, you will not stop. No matter how many people don't believe in you, you will not stop! When you make a commitment to yourself, you are also making one to God. Believe in yourself because He already believes in you. Today, do not stop!
John 1:6-8
6 There was a man sent from God whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe. 8 He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light.
INSPIRATION
A witness is a person who has firsthand knowledge about a particular situation. In any case, there may be an expert witness, a character witness, an eye witness, and even a false witness. It is up to you and I to make sure that when we say we are bringing others to Christ, or that we are witnesses of Christ, that we appear to have firsthand knowledge of what we are talking about. Today, be a witness that is willing to testify and tell of God's greatness to others. Can I get a witness?!
Job 2:9
[Job's] wife said to him, "Are you still holding on to your integrity? Curse God and die!"
INSPIRATION
It won't always be your enemy persuading you to leave the grace of God. Sometimes, it will be the closest person to you. People are not going to always understand why in the midst of all your anguish, hard times, and despair that you can still give God praise. It's almost as if they'd rather see you die than to see you pull yourself up out of a situation. Today, know that if God isn't ready to bring you home, then He's not ready for you to give up. Forget what's around you and pull yourself up anyhow!
Romans 5:3
We can rejoice, too, when we run into problems and trials, for we know that they are good for us -- they help us learn to endure.
INSPIRATION
Rejoice! Even if God has delayed the answer you think you should receive, stay patient, stay encouraged, but most of all, stay in the race because the victory may be closer than you believe. Remember, our timing is not God's timing and if you rush Him or give up before He is finished with you, you will be disappointed.
Matthew 25:23
[Jesus says,] "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'"
INSPIRATION
In the work field, it's important to close the big deal, create the big concept or even deliver the big event. But, in God's eyes, the little things we do mean more to Him than all those big ideas. Remaining faithful with little tasks, prepares us for the bigger tasks we cannot see yet. While the little tedious assignments are nerve wrecking and almost seem ridiculous to have to do, look at them as stepping stones towards your bigger goal. If you don't give up now, you'll see success on the horizon.
Isaiah 30:21
Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, "This is the way, walk in it."
INSPIRATION
The right decision is always right in front of us, but sometimes we choose the path with more obstacles because perhaps we may be thinking, "If it's too easy, there must be a catch to it. Well the only "catch" to traveling on the right path is you have to stay on the path that makes sense for you. Today, don't over think the obvious; save yourself some time and walk in the direction of success!
Psalm 150:6
Let everything that has breath praise the LORD. Praise the LORD.
INSPIRATION
Every breathing opportunity is an opportunity to say thank you. Unfortunately, we often use all this good breathing on nonsense instead of giving thanks for all God has done for us. If you haven't already said it this morning, say it right now, "Thank you Lord!" If you already have said it, say it again!
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him.
INSPIRATION
Sometimes, the problem with asking somebody else for advice is that they may already know too much about you and will formulate their answer according to your past and not according to where you want to be. When you seek wisdom and direction from God, He picks you up right from where you are and will only direct you where you can win. Today, if you feel like you're still getting the short end of the stick; seek wisdom from God by listening more and talking less so that you can receive His Divine direction.
1 John 3:18
Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth.
INSPIRATION
As we enter into the Advent season, we will begin to show love through the exchanging of gifts. Christ was born for you and I as a gift from the Father as an example of unconditional love. This act was not performed because of who we are but because of who God is. This season, as you give gifts, give to somebody not because of who they are, but because of who you are. They will not only hear your love, but see how you love.
Philippians 1:27-28
Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in one spirit, contending as one man for the faith of the gospel without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you.
INSPIRATION
Sometimes I think we think we only need to show love when we think God is watching, i.e.…in church or other worship settings. God expects us to always love and stand together regardless of the setting because He knows the adversary can attempt its destruction at anytime and at any given place. Notice, when we stand with one another, we feel protected and secure. The moment we begin to disagree and fall apart, the more we begin concentrating on whether someone is talking about us and our focus is turned from the Kingdom. Today, protect the Kingdom by standing firm with one another and we will surely put the devil under our feet!
Proverbs 21:2
All a man's ways seem right to him, but the LORD weighs the heart.
INSPIRATION
Your eyes respond to what you feel from your heart. When the heart is genuine, your eyes are more relaxed which relaxes the conversation and provides an atmosphere of peace. Deceitful eyes tend to become larger and excited creating a loud atmosphere with confusion and often, excuses. Know that in order for God to grant you all the desires of your heart, your heart must be genuine, free of excuses, grudges and deceit. Today, ask yourself, "What kind of heart will God see in me when He looks in my eyes."
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