Thanksgiving Friday!

Wow. I'm sorry I missed so many of you stopping through today!

I was down for the count fighting a cold, but I'm feeling much better now.

I just wanted to post a Thanksgiving shout out to God for my wonderful Father who is celebrating his birthday today.

Thank you Lord for blessing me to have a man of God who raised me in the fear and admonition of the Lord, was a model of love, and has encouraged me to be the best young lady that I can be. I am proud to say that my Dad was in my life, contributed to my life, and is still helping to make my life bright.

Have a blessed weekend everyone!

Fuzzy Feelings

Today I'm feeling a bit...fuzzy. I took some medication last night trying to ward off a cold, and I woke up kind of out of it this morning. It's like I'm trying to think through a cloud. Yet, God is still worthy to be praised! I'm praying my breakfast and morning tea will kick in and get me over this hump any moment now.

Sometimes it feels as if our spirits are a bit fuzzy too sometimes. We may pray, read the Word, and go to church only to feel disconnected and separate from the experience. The touch of God that we've felt before isn't there. The feeling of God's presence seems to have lifted from our beings. The voice of God that was so close on other days is silent in our souls.

We may be tempted to give up on interacting with our Heavenly Father during those times. It may appear pointless to continue to search for God when it looks like He clearly doesn't want to be found. We may think it's futile for us to keep on trying.

It is during these moments that we should press in all the more seeking God's face. These very times can bring about our biggest breakthroughs and our most poignant experiences with our Heavenly Father. As you continue to draw closer to God, He will definitely draw closer to you. (James 4:8a)

Don't give up. Don't lose heart. Even in our fuzzy times God is still right there with us. He will never leave us or forsake us. We just have to hold on and trust that His Word is true.

Verse of the Day: Keep on asking and it will be given you; keep on seeking and you will find; keep on knocking [reverently] and [the door] will be opened to you. For everyone who keeps on asking receives; and he who keeps on seeking finds; and to him who keeps on knocking, [the door] will be opened. Matthew 7:7, 8 AMP

Rain, Rain Go Away?

This morning I woke up to clouds and rain... a-gain. Its been raining for days on end over here in Chicagoland. I would love to see a little sun and be able to feel a little warmth. It is supposed to be spring, right?

Walking in to work this morning, it was on the tip of my tongue to complain about all of this wet weather. Yet something stopped me. I thought about the One who's causing all the rain. There's a reason why He's keeping on the spout, who am I to question His direction?

The same can be said about our personal journeys through life. At times it may feel like our lives are continuously being stricken with rainclouds and storms. We may grow weary of our 'wet weather' and cry out to God for relief.

Our God never does anything on a whim. He doesn't do things 'just because' either. Our God is purposeful in His action, and works everything together for our ultimate good. We should trust that whatever winds He's allowing to blow in our lives will bring us to His purposed good place.

So, yes, you may be tired of putting on your rain boots and pulling out your umbrella. You may have grown tired of the gray skies and the rainy winds. You can still take comfort knowing that the One who is allowing those winds to blow also holds the power to make the sun shine and the skies clear. And this same God has your best interests at heart.

Be encouraged. It's all a part of His plan for your good.

Verse of the Day: Behold, God is great, and we know him not, neither can the number of his years be searched out. For he maketh small the drops of water: they pour down rain according to the vapour thereof: Which the clouds do drop and distil upon man abundantly. Job 36:26-28

You Have His Power!

Happy Tuesday, Everyone! I am back from my vacation, and I feel so refreshed! I pray all of you had a wonderful Easter Resurrection Day celebration.

It's because of Christ's resurrection that we can have eternal life. If Jesus had merely died, it would have all been for nothing. His conquering death means that we can live eternally with Him.

Since Jesus holds all power over death, He holds power over those areas in our lives that seem to be dying, are dead, or died a long time ago. (Matthew 28:18) He can resurrect those things and bring them back to life. And we have been blessed to be given that same power by Jesus Himself. We just have to take our rightful place and exert that authority.

Jesus said that we would be able to do greater works than He did. What greater works have occurred because of you? Have you even stepped out in faith in that regard? Don't miss out on one of your privileges as a believer!

Speak to those things that seem dead in your life that you know need to be breathing. Call them back to life with the resurrection power of Jesus Christ. Don't let the devil have the last say. Stand up in the power of Jesus' name and raise that thing back up! You have the authority!

Verse of the Day: Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that believeth on me, the works that I do shall he do also; and greater works than these shall he do; because I go unto my Father. John 14:12

Thanksgiving Friday!

If there was ever a Friday to be thankful, today is the day! Today is the day that we celebrate the sacrifice our savior Jesus Christ made on the cross. Don't let today go by without remembering and offering your thanks to Him for giving up His life so that you can live!

Thank you Jesus for shedding your blood for us!

For he shall grow up before him as a tender plant, and as a root out of a dry ground: he hath no form nor comeliness; and when we shall see him, there is no beauty that we should desire him. He is despised and rejected of men; a man of sorrows, and acquainted with grief: and we hid as it were our faces from him; he was despised, and we esteemed him not.

Surely he hath borne our griefs, and carried our sorrows: yet we did esteem him stricken, smitten of God, and afflicted. But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed. All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the LORD hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.

He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth. He was taken from prison and from judgment: and who shall declare his generation? for he was cut off out of the land of the living: for the transgression of my people was he stricken. And he made his grave with the wicked, and with the rich in his death; because he had done no violence, neither was any deceit in his mouth.

Yet it pleased the LORD to bruise him; he hath put him to grief: when thou shalt make his soul an offering for sin, he shall see his seed, he shall prolong his days, and the pleasure of the LORD shall prosper in his hand. He shall see of the travail of his soul, and shall be satisfied: by his knowledge shall my righteous servant justify many; for he shall bear their iniquities.

Therefore will I divide him a portion with the great, and he shall divide the spoil with the strong; because he hath poured out his soul unto death: and he was numbered with the transgressors; and he bare the sin of many, and made intercession for the transgressors.

Isaiah 53:2-12

Praise Him!

It's a beautiful day today! Lets rejoice and be glad in it. As you go about your day today let the joy of the Lord shine out from you.

I'm on a bit of a 'staycation' so theres no post today. God is yet on the throne, so lets give Him praise! Have a blessed day.

Never Miss An Opportunity To Be A Witness!

This morning I was thinking about the thief who was on the cross next to Jesus when he was crucified. Despite of the pain and suffering He was going through, Jesus still made time to minister to the lost. As the thief acknowledged that Jesus was innocent and truly was the 'King of the Jews,' our Savior assured him that he would be partaking in the glories of heaven that day.

There was something about Jesus that made the thief recognize that He was truly from God. Even as they hung dying, the man could still see the glory that Jesus held.

We have that same Jesus living on the inside of us. Yet how do we go through our suffering and our trials? Do we still allow the glory of God to shine through no matter the pain that we feel? Can strangers look on us and still know that we are redeemed by God?

In addition to showing the glory, are we still making time to share the glory as we go through? At times our weights can be so heavy that we get wrapped up in our own concerns and pressing issues. However, there is still a sin-sick world all around us that is crying out for a Savior. We still need to make time to share His love with them despite what we are currently facing.

If Jesus could take time to save someone from hell's flames as he suffered the incomprehensible agony of the cross, surely we can share the love of God in the midst of our trials.

Verse of the Day: And he said unto Jesus, Lord, remember me when thou comest into thy kingdom. And Jesus said unto him, Verily I say unto thee, Today shalt thou be with me in paradise. Luke 23:42, 43

Choose to Follow God's Will

What amazes me most about Jesus going to the cross is that He chose to go. He knew what He was getting into. He knew that He would experience mental, physical, and even spiritual anguish in His journey to retrieve our redemption. Yet He still chose to follow God's will anyway.

As He prayed in the garden, I'm sure Jesus was aware that not everyone would appreciate His sacrifice. Through the years, He knew that His trip to the cross would be downgraded to 'just a story.' He might have even known that people who did acknowledge His sacrifice would take it for granted and abuse its benefits.

Yet, He still chose to give up His life for us.

As we go through life, we often are faced with hard choices. God may direct us to go down a path that we would rather not face. He may place someone in our life that we would rather not love. He may give us a task that we would rather pass along to someone else.

It is in those times that we should remember the example that Jesus left for us. When He was feeling the call of the Father that it was time to go to the cross, He prayed seeking God if there was any other way that He could go. He travailed in prayer verifying that it was truly God's will for Him to die.

And when Jesus knew that there was no other way, He acquiesced to the will of God. He went forward with God's plan and never looked back. And as a result of Him going through the anguish of the cross, Jesus was able to revel in the glory of the resurrection.

You may have moments where you spend time seeking God for any other way than the one before you. However, when you know within your heart what God is requiring from you, go forward and don't look back. Remember, there will be glory after the cross.

Verse of the Day: And he was withdrawn from them about a stone's cast, and kneeled down, and prayed, Saying, Father, if thou be willing, remove this cup from me: nevertheless not my will, but thine, be done. Luke 22:41, 42

Show His Love

Morning, Everyone!

It's the start of another week - and Holy Week at that! Despite the snow and cold temps here in Chicagoland, God still deserves some praise! Hallelujah!

This week, I am challenging myself not to sweat the small stuff. If you were with me over the weekend, you will understand why I'm doing this. Let's just say I had to spend Saturday evening laid up in the bed with the lights off listening to a reading of the Psalms from my phone while I chilled out. Sometimes you need to just shut it down and take a break.

Moving on, this is Holy Week, the anniversary of the time when our Savior was making His way to the cross to pay the debt for our sins with His life. This week I'll be remembering His sacrifice here on the blog, and I think we all should remember it as we go about our daily activities this week.

Just thinking about the ultimate sacrifice that Jesus made for us should color everything we do. He gave up His life so we could live again. Let's make sure that the lives we are living reflect our gratitude and adoration for Him.

Jesus told us that we really only have two commands to follow: Love the Lord with all our hearts, mind, and soul. And, secondly, to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. (Mark 12:29-31) Everything's wrapped up in those two phrases. Simple enough, right?

Let's be sure to keep our hearts and minds turned toward the Lord this week. As we think on Jesus' trip to the cross, grave, and sky, let's showcase that glory in our behavior. It's the least we can do to show our love and thankfulness to Him.

Verse of the Day: But God commendeth his love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Romans 5:8

Thanksgiving Friday!

It's another Friday! God is worthy to be praised.

I'm so glad that the Lord's mercies are renewed every morning! His grace is always sufficient for us. I'm excited about the changing of the seasons and the freshness that is flowing through the air.

Today, I'm going to leave you with a Psalm of praise. Nothing like a little bit of poetry from David to get the praises flowing.

The LORD is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy. The LORD is good to all: and his tender mercies are over all his works. All thy works shall praise thee, O LORD; and thy saints shall bless thee. They shall speak of the glory of thy kingdom, and talk of thy power; To make known to the sons of men his mighty acts, and the glorious majesty of his kingdom. Thy kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and thy dominion endureth throughout all generations.

Psalm 145:8-13

Have a blessed weekend, Everyone!

Yes, God is Real!

Currently I am taking a Systematic Theology class. We have arrived to the section "What is God Like?" It's quite interesting going through the attributes of God and what separates him from His creatures and creation. And, believe me, we are systematically going through each and every one of them!

While going through this study, I find it interesting that some scholars still come to the conclusion that there is no God. With all of the evidence, with all of the facts, they still contest that God does not exist. I can see how someone would think that our Jehovah God may not exist, but they still acknowledge that there is a Higher Power. But, no God at all? How can that be?

When I look merely at the intricacies of my hands, and I think about how my body runs itself without me even thinking about it, I know that there is a God. When I see the beauty of the trees, flowers, and plants, I marvel at how God is so detailed and creative.

Looking at the great expanse of the sky, the stars and planets, I wonder at the greatness of a God so big He could create it all. Watching the birds fly and fish swim, I thank God for creating them.

What gives you affirmation that God is real? What is there in God's majesty that makes you pause and give Him praise? What reflections of Him do you see in the world around you?

Take a moment today and meditate on who God is. He's more than just a "feeling" that you get in church service. He's more than someone who listens to your prayers and keeps you safe. He's even more than the One who sent His Son to die for you. He's GOD! And He does exist.

Verse of the Day: The heavens declare the glory of God; and the firmament sheweth his handywork. Psalm 19:1

Today is a Day for Joy!

Hey Everyone! How are you doing today? Are you feeling blessed? Feeling joy? Feeling the love of God all around you?

No?

Well, take a moment... breathe in... now breathe out.

You're alive! You have so much to be blessed and joyful about! God's love is all around you as He has allowed you to see another day.

Take advantage of your day! Do something that makes you happy. Smile just because. Call someone and share a laugh. We're alive! God is so good.

Even in the midst of heartache and pain, He is still good. Despite the struggles we face or the heartache that comes, He is still there beside us guiding us through. Be grateful because He's choosing to stick with you. He's taking you through it, you won't be left in the mess!

You have the privilege of journeying through life with the King of the World! He knows you by name, and is doing everything in His power to make sure you succeed.

Can you feel the sunshine streaming in?

I know I'm not usually so overflowing with joy and gladness, but today I woke up and declared that this was going to be a joyful day. So, you're getting a cup of joy too!

The Lord has blessed us with life. We have our right minds. He has placed His vision in our hearts. We are on the path to His destiny for us.

Think about it. Don't you feel your mood changing? Is that a smile I see tugging at your lips?

Go ahead and indulge with me: Smile!

Now, let's go have a day full of joy! Thank you, Jesus, for LIFE!

Verse of the Day: These things have I spoken unto you, that my joy might remain in you, and that your joy might be full. John 15:11

God, Was that REALLY You?

There are countless mentions of God speaking to His people in the Bible, but my favorite example is the story of Elijah:

“Go out and stand before me on the mountain,” the Lord told him. And as Elijah stood there, the Lord passed by, and a mighty windstorm hit the mountain. It was such a terrible blast that the rocks were torn loose, but the Lord was not in the wind. After the wind there was an earthquake, but the Lord was not in the earthquake. And after the earthquake there was a fire, but the Lord was not in the fire. And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave...

I Kings 19:11-13a (NLT)

It's funny how we're always looking for signs. We cry out to God asking Him to speak to us. When we have choices to make we look for a special prophecy, three confirmations, and a dream to confirm it. If God set up a big blinking sign saying DO THIS, we'd probably just ask, "Lord, show me that's really you."

I kid. Yet the essence rings true. We look for the obvious sometimes when God is not choosing that way to speak. We sometimes go to someone else hoping they'll hear from God for us, when all God wants is for us to go to Him in our quiet time alone.

We need to fine-tune our spirits to be more sensitive to the moving of God. We have to be ready to receive from Him in whatever manner He shows up, and have the faith to know that it is God who is talking when He speaks.

God shows up in many forms, and speaks to us in different ways. Yet, the more time you spend in His presence, the more trips you take to sit at His feet, and the more conversations you have with Him, God's voice will grow clearer and more distinct. Soon, you'll find yourself hearing Him the first time and not needing a follow-up or confirming sign. You'll know immediately that it was Him, and will be able to move forward accordingly.

So stop looking for more signs and get before God. Once you get to know the Source, you won't need the extras.

Verse of the Day: My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me... John 10:27

I'm Okay With It

Right now, there are a lot of things in my life that I would love to change. Previously, I was seeking God's face consistently to show me how to change my situations. More recently, however, I have taken a page from Paul and am now asking God to teach me to be content where I am.

I believe that there is a reason for everything. God takes us through certain things to teach us lessons, allow us to grow, and give us experiences that only those directions could provide. Yet, sometimes I get so caught up in everything that I forget to look for the reasons behind them. I miss out on appreciating my spiritual growth during those times. I downplay the daily miracles that occur in the midst of the storms.

If I'm following God's will and staying true to His commands, I have to trust that He is leading me down the right paths. Under God's direction, I should be content knowing that He has my best interests in mind. However long the journey, however painful the climb, my heart should be at rest with the faith that God is bringing me to an expected end.

So, I'm asking God to teach me contentment. Instead of constantly looking for the breakthrough or the answered prayer, I'm asking God to show me how to look for the lesson and the building of my character. Sometimes knowing how strong you are becoming helps you to weather the storm just a bit longer. Seeing how much you've grown encourages you that you can grow a bit larger.

Whatever situation you're facing today, ask the Lord to give you peace about it. Allow Him to settle your heart and mind with the pace that He has you walking towards your deliverance. Be content with the place you are in now knowing that God is working it all together for your good!

Verse of the Day: ...for I have learned, in whatsoever state I am, therewith to be content. Philippians 4:11b

Thanksgiving Friday!

I was riding in to work this morning, and I was irritated. Just thinking about coming into the office was making my brow furrow. This. Is. Not. The. Vision.

God is seriously nudging me. I've felt it for a while (ok, ok, a long while), and I it's really starting to dawn on me as of late. You know how you know something, but it just doesn't connect until one day you wake up and it's like you finally see it? That's where I am right now. I finally see it.

Now I have to push. I had a church service in the car where I was the preacher, congregation, choir, and the repentant soul coming to the altar at the end. I'm ready, Lord! Send me!

So, this morning I'd like to give God thanks for me finally waking up! I am primed and ready to run this thing that way God intended. No more excuses! No more putting it off! Let's go!

We are alive for a reason, a purpose, and a plan. What's yours? Do you know what it is, but aren't walking in it? Why not?

Wake up! Don't let any more time get wasted! God has given you an assignment! Get it finished for His glory!

You can see I'm pumped. Pray for me, saints. Pray I keep moving forward because I REFUSE to stay right here. This. Is. Not. The. Vision.

Changing lanes!

Have a blessed weekend.

Verse of the Day: This is all the more urgent, for you know how late it is; time is running out. Wake up, for our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. Romans 13:11 (NLT)

Let It Flow

God has a way of never letting us get too comfortable. He takes us through spiritual breakthroughs and lessons that give us the joy of seeing ourselves grow. We revel in our new maturity for a while and then He prods us gently to shift our place again. He is always pushing us to grow, expand, and develop to be good, better, and best.

We may think we have "arrived" only to have God show us another aspect of ourselves that isn't pleasing to Him or another facet of His Word that we need to implement into our lives. Until we leave this earth, there will always be something more that God wants us to develop in character.

When water stands still it grows stagnant. It becomes a prime breeding ground for bacteria and germs, and it can cause sickness in humans because of the parasites that it carries. Water must flow in order to stay fresh and full of life.

In the same manner, your spiritual life grows stagnant when you are not constantly submitting yourself to the pruning shears of the Father. If you are not working to bring some part of your flesh under control, challenging yourself to grow in some spiritual area, or applying a new revelation of the Word to your life, you are in danger of growing stagnant.

So, when you feel the nudges of God's Spirit asking you to come up to a higher level in Him, just go with the 'flow' and keep moving. You will experience a greater abundance of His "life" and you will keep the Enemy's bacteria and parasites at bay.

Verse of the Day: He that believeth on me, as the scripture hath said, out of his belly shall flow rivers of living water. John 7:38

There's Purpose in the Details

Esther is by far my favorite character of the Bible (aside from my Savior, of course.) There's something to be said for a woman who can fulfill her destiny with beauty and a banquet. I have read her story so many times, and still find new insights with each read.

Of course, Esther was not just beauty alone. She had a solid head on her shoulders. She respected the advice and wisdom of her cousin Mordecai, and she acknowledged the power and foresight of her God.

When the time came for Esther to fulfill her moment of destiny, her task seemed simple: Go and talk to the king and tell him not to have the Jews killed. Simple enough, right?

Yet Esther chose to fast for three days before she went forward with her task. Who knows what God shared with her during that fast?

Some things we do know: She did not present her request right in the king's throne room. She chose to have a banquet instead. She invited the very man that wanted her people killed as well. Once the banquet was in progress, she chose to postpone her question one more day.

Esther's spiritual eyes and ears were open. She knew exactly what was going on, and she went forward on purpose. Who can tell what was gained from having a banquet instead of just making her request? We can't know how it helped to postpone her question until the next day. As a result of her strategic actions, however, she was able to save the Jews from certain destruction and had her enemy destroyed at the same time.

You also may know exactly what you have to do in order to meet your moment of destiny. But take a cue from Esther, and take some time to get before God anyway. Allow Him to show you the details of what you may need to get in place before you move forward.

You may be thinking to make your request in the throne room, but God may want a banquet setting instead. You may want to only have the ones you love around you, but God may just have you invite the haters to make an open show of the enemy.

Our God is a God of order, and He always has your best interests in mind. Though you may know His final will for your life, take some time with God and make sure you go over the steps you must make to arrive there as well. He can direct you to a far better end than you could ever imagine.

Verse of the Day: He revealeth the deep and secret things: he knoweth what is in the darkness, and the light dwelleth with him. Daniel 2:22

Now, Run Tell That!

Today is another day that the Lord has made, and I am so glad to be in it!

This morning I was reminded of the scripture: My soul shall make her boast in the LORD: the humble shall hear thereof, and be glad. (Psalm 34:2) It got me thinking of how we saints love telling when God does great things for us to each other. It seems like whenever there's a Testimony Service, the line is extra long full of people excited to share their personal story of God's goodness.

But when was the last time we bragged on God to someone that didn't know Him? When was the last time we were excited to share our testimony with our unsaved co-workers or friends? Why do we clam up about the God's favor, when we speak with those who don't know Him?

For me, it was a fear of appearing to 'churchy' or 'religious'. Plus, I didn't want to offend anyone or make them feel like I was pushing my religion on them. So, even when I would tell the stories of my testimony, I would omit certain key words or phrases to make things more palatable for them in my mind.

Yet, when you think about it, sharing how good God has been is the best way to shine His light! What better way to prove the greatness of your God than to share things He has actually done expressly for you?

People today need proof in order to believe. For someone who's searching for the answer, your testimony and boasting in God can be just the key they need to enter into a relationship with Him.

So, you know what the challenge for today is, right?

Let's all make a point to 'boast in the Lord' to someone who doesn't know Him today! Let's give God the honor He is due with someone who doesn't know who God is. Let's shine forth His light in the darkness!

Who knows? By the end of the day, we may have another testimony of how our sharing helped bring someone else into the Kingdom!

Verse of the Day: O Zion, that bringest good tidings, get thee up into the high mountain; O Jerusalem, that bringest good tidings, lift up thy voice with strength; lift it up, be not afraid; say unto the cities of Judah, Behold your God! Isaiah 40:9

Don't Block Your Own Blessing!

A lot of us have big dreams. We have our plans written up, our proposals ready to present, and our end stories gloriously spelled out in the imaginations of our minds.

As we journey toward those expected ends, we while our time away in our current situations seeing them as mere stepping stones to the greatness ahead. However, while we are stepping toward our success, we need to be mindful of what kind of trail we leave in our wake. These times at the bottom of the mountain have more of an effect on our mountain peak experience than we might recognize.

Say you're looking to own your own company one day. What kind of employee are you being now for someone else? Are you providing excellent work or only mediocre effort? Can your boss depend on you to showcase respect and diligence, or are you the one leading the gossip circle?

Whether you realize it or not, your current behavior is sowing seeds that you will reap later. Your present interactions are dictating your future joys and pain.

Are you sowing seeds that you'll happily reap from? Or, will you be crying tears of disappointment and heartache?

Jesus said in a parable that those who are faithful over the little things will then become the rulers over much. (Matthew 25:21) Don't let reactions to the 'little' things you're presently facing keep you from the greatness you see for your future!

Verse of the Day: for the LORD preserveth the faithful, and plentifully rewardeth the proud doer. Psalm 31:23

Thanksgiving Friday!

Well, it's the culmination of another week and we're still standing. Hallelujah! God is still good all the time.

This week I'm thankful for the vision of the Lord. We were instructed on Sunday at my church to be still and listen to God. I've been doing that, and He certainly has had a lot to say! I even laid in my bed early this morning listening to God's thoughts about an area of my life. It's so good to have a more clarified vision to step out into.

Lord, I thank you for caring enough about me to share Your vision with me! Thank you for loving me enough to personally share Your thoughts with me!

I am also thankful for my church's Bible study. I haven't been able to attend as much because I'm in school, but I was able to go this week. I'll probably expand more on what was taught next week, but here's a nugget: Stop being so nosy about how your blessing is going to come! Just as farmers plant their seed and don't fret about how that plant's going to grow, don't you fret about those seeds you've sown in God's kingdom.

Trust God's process. You've done your part, allow Him to do His. Your harvest is coming, and that is a fact. Stop worrying about the how/when/where/what of it all. (I really needed to hear that message. I was getting a little antsy with some things.)

Thank You Jesus for placing me in a church that gives solid revelation of Your Word. Thank You for speaking to me in my situation and giving me wisdom to have success.

I pray all of you have a blessed weekend. Make sure you offer up your own thanksgiving praise today!

Verse of the Day: The secret things belong unto the LORD our God: but those things which are revealed belong unto us and to our children for ever, that we may do all the words of this law. Deuteronomy 29:29