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There Is No Junior Holy Spirit

by Sarah Crockett December 13, 2023

written by Sarah Crockett

So many times, as Christians, we judge our spiritual maturity by the amount of time we’ve been saved. From this perspective, a believer must be saved for years to be considered “spiritually mature”, but that’s not biblical. Spiritual maturity is determined by hunger and obedience, not time. Additionally, there is no junior Holy Spirit. The same Holy Spirit that infills a 40 year old adult is the same Holy Spirit that infills an 8 year old child. Both have the ability to operate in the gifts of the Spirit and in partnership with the Holy Spirit because there is no junior Holy Spirit.

Today’s Verse

Matthew 19:13-14 – “Then people brought little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them and pray for them. But the disciples rebuked them. Jesus said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” ¹⁵When he had placed his hands on them, he went on from there.”

Reflect

What is your response (or reaction) to the statement, there is no junior Holy Spirit?
How would you asses your own personal spiritual maturity?
Is there anything that the Holy Spirit asked you to do that you still need to obey?
What prevents you from immediate obedience?
How can you overcome those hurdles?

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God’s Word For Today: Embracing Repentance

by Lily Benson June 15, 2023

written by Lily Benson

Embracing Repentance. Through repentance, you can unlock the doorway to God’s forgiveness and experience His transformative grace.

What Does the Bible Say?

“Bear fruits in keeping with repentance. And do not begin to say to yourselves, ‘We have Abraham as our father.’ For I tell you, God is able from these stones to raise up children for Abraham.” Luke 3:8

Within the depths of your soul, there exists a longing for true transformation and renewal. Like many you may yearn for a fresh start, a cleansing of your heart, and a return to the fullness of life that God intended for you. In your pursuit of this profound transformation, you will encounter a pivotal step: repentance.

Repentance invites you to confront the brokenness within and acknowledge the areas where you may have strayed from God’s perfect plan. It requires humility, honesty, and a willingness to lay your sins before the feet of your merciful Savior. In 1 John 1:9, you can find the assurance that accompanies true repentance: “If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.” Through repentance, you can unlock the doorway to God’s forgiveness and experience His transformative grace.

Repentance requires perseverance and a commitment to daily surrender to God’s refining work in our lives. Romans 12:2 urges us, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” The transformative power of repentance reshapes our thoughts, attitudes, and behaviors, enabling us to walk in alignment with God’s purposes.

Friend, as you embark on the transformative journey of repentance, remember that God’s arms are always open wide, eagerly waiting for your return. He longs to restore and renew your spirit, to fill your life with His overflowing love and grace. Embrace the power of repentance, for it holds the key to unlocking the abundant life that God has prepared for you.

Do not allow the weight of past mistakes or the entanglements of sin to hold you captive any longer. Turn to the One who is faithful and just, the One who forgives and restores. Experience the freedom that comes through true repentance and surrender.

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Reconciled To Wholeness By His Brokenness

by Dudley Anderson March 25, 2023

written by Dudley Anderson

We’ve all seen the sign, “You break it, you take it!” on the wall in fine china shops or pottery stores, implying that if you bump over an item of merchandise, you pay the price. Well, there was this shop in town that stocked beautiful vases and glass finery.

One day a man entered the shop to browse its shelves. He wasn’t a rich man. In fact, he was a pauper, a man of low means. He had no way of paying for any of the items in that shop. Yet he gazed upon the splendour of a mink vase in the hope that one day he might be able to acquire it. With that, he turned to leave. As he did, his elbow caught the rim of the vase. Crash! It was in pieces.

“Hey!” yelled the storekeeper, “you there, that vase was priceless. You will have to cover its loss!”

“But… I’m so sorry,” said the man, “I… I could never pay for my transgression.”

I Will Pay the Price

A wealthy, elegant man in the next aisle heard the commotion and came over. He looked with compassion at the pauper as he trembled before the storekeeper. He could see that he was unable to redeem himself; that he did not have the means to reconcile his fault. “Here, said the rich man gathering up the pieces of the priceless vase. I will pay the price.”

1 Corinthians 11:24 – “and when He had given thanks, He broke [the bread] and said, “Take, eat; this is My body which is broken for you”

God showed his love for us in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us. I am that pauper who broke the vase. I had no means to reconcile my transgressions. My life was in pieces. But God loved me so much that he sent his only son – his righteous graceful son – into the world to pay the price for my sin. He was wounded for my transgressions and crushed for my iniquities. Upon him was the chastisement that brought me peace. His broken body paid the price for my broken pieces.

How about you?

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March 25, 2023 0 comment

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Jesus Wasn’t Trying To Be Cool, He Obeyed His Father

by Sarah Crockett September 12, 2022

written by Sarah Crockett

Jesus never tried to be cool. He wasn’t swayed by situations, circumstances, or culture. Jesus obeyed His Father by doing and saying only what He saw and heard Him do. The Gospels are full of examples of Jesus going against the crowd. It was never for the sake of being different, but always because He loved and obeyed His Father. It was the only way for Jesus to live a sinless life and without that there would be no redemption for mankind.

Jesus is our example. He came that we might have life and life more abundantly (John 10:10). Jesus’ life shows us how to live a naturally, supernatural lifestyle, bringing Heaven to earth through our daily lives. We were created to live as orphans, but sons and daughters of the King. Just as Jesus obeyed His Father, we can follow in Jesus’ footsteps and receive the abundant life we are promised.

Let’s take a look at a few examples in Jesus’ life of choices He made as He obeyed His Father. Jesus definitely wouldn’t have won a popularity contest for the “coolest kids in school” award, but He reveals soemthing so much greater than that – a life worthy of the Kingdom!

Just Like His Father

John 5:19-23 NIV – “Then Jesus answered and said to them, “Most assuredly, I say to you, the Son can do nothing of Himself, but what He sees the Father do; for whatever He does, the Son also does in like manner. 20 For the Father loves the Son, and shows Him all things that He Himself does; and He will show Him greater works than these, that you may marvel. 21 For as the Father raises the dead and gives life to them, even so the Son gives life to whom He will. 22 For the Father judges no one, but has committed all judgment to the Son, 23 that all should honor the Son just as they honor the Father. He who does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him.”

Jesus obeyed His Father. He knew that His thoughts and ways were higher (Isaiah 55:8-9) and trusted in the One who sent Him. Jesus didn’t obey for fear of punishment, but instead, obeyed His Father because He knew His Father had His best interest in mind. He operated as a son, not a slave.

When we know that we are sons and daughters and rely on the love God has for us it is easy to obey. Obedience is a natural response to the One we trust. Often obeying God isn’t cool, but it is always be worth it!

You can trust, just like Jesus, that the Father has your best interest in mind in everything Je asks of you.

Jesus Told The Truth

Matthew 16:21-23 NIV – “From that time on Jesus began to explain to his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer many things at the hands of the elders, the chief priests and the teachers of the law, and that he must be killed and on the third day be raised to life. 22 Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. “Never, Lord!” he said. “This shall never happen to you!” 23 Jesus turned and said to Peter, “Get behind me, Satan! You are a stumbling block to me; you do not have in mind the concerns of God, but merely human concerns.”

Often times the truth is not popular. Regardless, the truth is still the truth whether anyone believes it or not. Jesus what is the truth and still is the truth (John 14:6). For Jesus to speak anything less than the truth would be denying His own identity. Thus, in confidence and boldness, He spoke the unpopular truths of the Kingdom of God. Even His own, the Pharisees, denied the truth they were seeking. They rejected the One they had been waiting for, but that did not stop Jesus from speaking the truth.

We know from the Word that the ways of this world only lead to sin in death. The truths we are given in the Bible are not always (most often not these days) popular to the world. We have a choice to make. Will we choose to be “cool” and find acceptance from the world? Or will we choose truth, like Jesus did, and please our Father? The first choice brings earthly reward, but obedience to the truth brings eternal reward. Which will you choose?

Jesus Flipped Tables

Matthew 21:12-13 NIV – “Jesus entered the temple courts and drove out all who were buying and selling there. He overturned the tables of the money changers and the benches of those selling doves. 13 “It is written,” he said to them, “‘My house will be called a house of prayer,’ but you are making it ‘a den of robbers.”

It’s not always comfortable to go first when everyone else is doing something else or following different ways. Jesus demonstrated His love for the Father when He went against the grain of the day in order to honor His Father and establish the Kingdom of God on earth. As we read throughout the scripture, there are many moments similar to this one in the temple courts where “flipping the table” was necessary. Jesus obeyed His Father even when it meant it offending the culture of the time. Being “cool” was not a priority for Him.

We are called to be like Jesus! What tables are you called to flip? The point isn’t to make a scene for the sake of making a scene. However, the Father needs us to take a stand for truth in this day and age. The world is bound up in confusion, delusion, fear, and chaos and the answer to freedom is found in truth, “…then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). We must lay aside the temptation to be “cool” and follow Jesus’ example of courage and love. The world is waiting to meet their Savior. Will you introduce them to Him?

Jesus Wasn’t Trying To Be Cool, He Obeyed His Father

September 12, 2022 0 comment

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6 Contrasts Between Kingdom And Worldly Views Of Money

by Joseph Mattera August 23, 2022

written by Joseph Mattera

Much has been written regarding what the Bible teaches about prosperity, wealth, and stewardship. Despite the vast amount of material on this subject, many believers still struggle with having a biblical mindset regarding their resources.

In regards to the kingdom, scripture is replete with examples of how God’s sovereign economy transcends the natural worldly economy. For instance, during the plague of darkness in Egypt, there was always light in Goshen, where the Jews lived (Exodus 10:21-23). God told Jeremiah that His people would continue to bear fruit even during a famine (Jeremiah 17:8). Also, we see in scripture how God supernaturally ordered circumstances to provide for the financial needs of those serving Him (Matthew 17:27).

Just because somebody is a Christian does not mean they automatically are walking in a kingdom economy. If we want to walk in God’s blessing, we must walk in the ways of His kingdom’s economy. The following are fourteen contrasts between the kingdom and a worldly view of finances

1. In the kingdom, we release and receive. In the world, we hoard and accumulate.

If we understand God’s nature, we realize how generous He is! This knowledge of God comes when we study the scriptures, which re-orientates our thinking to one that emulates a Hebraic worldview. That said, God’s nature is to bless people when they give to Him. (This can come in many ways, not just in terms of finances.) This is why the apostle Paul said that when the Philippian church gave to his apostolic work, they were “giving and receiving,” not just giving (Phil 4: 15). Also, we see how God blessed the poverty-stricken widow after she fed Elijah (1 Kings 17).

Jesus reiterated God’s generosity when He said that if we give, it shall be given back to us (Luke 6:38). Proverbs teaches us that whoever waters will be watered in return and that the person who scatters will increase all the more (Proverbs 11:24-26). Conversely, the worldly mindset has no objective other than self-fulfillment, which results in people hoarding and accumulating wealth for themselves; Jesus called such people fools (Luke 12:13-21). Instead of collecting for ourselves, Jesus taught us to seek our treasures in heaven (Matthew 6:19-20).

2. In the kingdom, we hear from God regarding finances. In the world, we do what we want with our finances.

In 1 Kings 17, the poor widow recognized the voice of God through Elijah the prophet when he told her to give him her last meal. This did not make sense naturally; however, because she obeyed the Lord, she never again ran out of food for her family. In the worldly mindset, we do not attempt to hear from God regarding our finances but operate in a natural mindset that benefits our interests alone.

3. In the kingdom, we honor God with the first of our increase. In the world, we honor ourselves first with our money.

In scripture, we see that God views giving Him the first fruits or the first ten percent of our financial increase as honoring Him (Proverbs 3:9-10). In the worldly mindset, the priority we have is to put our own needs first in everything we do (Phil 3: 18-19).

4. In the kingdom, we trust God to order our financial circumstances. In the world, we position ourselves to order our circumstances.

In Luke 6:38, Jesus said that when we give, “men will give to us.” This means that God will order the circumstances of our life involving the people we meet to ensure He blesses us through them.

With the worldly mindset, it’s all about depending upon our ability to position ourselves with others for financial gain.

5. In the kingdom, we walk in divine favor. In the world, we curry favor.

The Lord owns the cattle on a thousand hills, and the whole earth is His (Psalms 50 and 24). Tapping into His favor releases all the resources we would ever need in this world. With a worldly mindset, it’s all about winning friends and influencing people to satisfy our financial agenda.

6. In the kingdom, we utilize our wealth. In the world, we accumulate our wealth.

Jesus made it clear that God expects us to utilize our finances as seen in the parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14-29). God expects everything He has given us to be invested properly so that He can multiply it to advance His kingdom. With a worldly mindset, even when our finances are invested to multiply, it is primarily to accumulate more finances to serve our own interests.

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August 23, 2022 0 comment

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3 Ways To Cultivate A Lifestyle Of Peace

by Lauren Koch August 17, 2022

written by Lauren Koch

Jesus, the rock, is where we cultivate a lifestyle of peace. With His solid foundation, we get to create a life that keeps us centered on Him, the person of peace. Learning to cultivate a lifestyle of peace is crucial for our emotional, spiritual, and physical well-being.

1. Set your boundaries

Who and what are you letting into your home, life, mind, and time? If we navigate our live’s without a high level of intentionality, different areas of our lives get muddled together, knocked off balance, and confusing. Take a moment to consider parts of your day that bring stress to your life. Are their people, habits, or things consuming your time that could be put to better use? Establish boundaries for yourself that reign in stressful circumstances. In doing so, you will invite peace to remain in and on you.

2. Set clear intentions

These intentions can be set with yourself, God, and your family members. Just like you have the ability to establish the temperature of your home, you also have the daily choice to establish intentions with yourself. These intentions create an environment in your mind which impact the “air” of your day. Unrealistic and unmet expectations will impact your peace because they bring disappointment. When you set intentions with yourself, you know exactly what you are and what you are not going to focus on. You live free from expectations.

3. Set your eyes on Jesus

The price of peace is in you! This is the most important thing you could do everyday. Look at Jesus. Talk with Him. Identify His presence in your life and ask Him to help you to continually turn to Him. When we are wrapped up in the prince of peace, our inner worlds settle. We know who we belong to and experience His nature. From this place, we get to bring his peace everywhere we go.

August 17, 2022 0 comment

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10 Ways To Invest In Your Relationship With God

by Sarah Crockett July 11, 2022

written by Sarah Crockett

Time is a valuable commodity and we can only move forward in time. Just like we invest our money, we are investing our time – hours, minutes, and seconds – into something every single day. It’s so important that one of those deposits of your time is to invest in your relationship with God.

There are so many different ways that you can invest in your relationship with God. Relationships should not be robotic tasks that we preform each day to check off a box. They are fluid! Relationships involve sharing, talking, and knowing one another.

Do you feel stuck in a rut when it comes to your relationship with God? You don’t have be stuck any longer. Here are ten different ways to invest in your relationship with God and stop the religious boxes. As you read through the list, choose one or two that are outside your comfort zone and try them this week!

#1 – Rest

Hebrews 4:1-3 NIV – “Therefore, since a promise remains of entering His rest, let us fear lest any of you seem to have come short of it. 2 For indeed the gospel was preached to us as well as to them; but the word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in those who heard it. 3 For we who have believed do enter that rest…”

Did you know that rest is one of the many ways you can invest in your relationship with God. When we choose to rest it doesn’t mean we do nothing. Instead it means that we are at peace in our spirit, mind, and soul as we trust Him with all areas of our lives.

Rest is actually a promise He has given us (Hebrews 4:1). All we have to do is believe in Christ’s finished work on the cross (Hebrews 4:3). This promise allows us to live in the original design in the Garden of Eden – to be with God – just as it was before the fall.

#2 – Journal

Habakkuk 2:2-3 NIV – “Then the Lord answered me and said: ‘Write the vision and make it plain on tablets, That he may run who reads it. 3 For the vision is yet for an appointed time; But at the end it will speak, and it will not lie. Though it tarries, wait for it; Because it will surely come, it will not tarry.”

Journaling is another way to grow your relationship with God. There are so many ways you can use journaling to connect to Him. Whether you are sharing your heart or writing down what God is saying to you this is a powerful way to connect with Him. Putting thoughts into writing makes them more real.

Habakkuk 2:2-3 reveals the power of writing things down. Writing things down helps to bring clarity or “make it plain”. If you’ve been struggling to find direction journaling can help bring His plans for you into focus.

#3 – Study the Bible

Psalm 119:105 NIV – “Your word is a lamp for my feet, a light on my path.”

Reading the Bible isn’t always easy. Often it takes a perspective shift to usher in a different experience. Psalm 119 is the longest psalm and talks about the many different blessings that come from spending time in the Word of God.

If you’ve struggled with studying the Bible as way to invest in. your relationship with God – there is hope! This verse paints an amazing picture of the Word of god being a lamp. Think of your time in the Word as the Lord turning on a light switch for you, revealing the path He’s created for you, and showing you the way to go. Trust that when you study the Bible that He is leading you to ALL truth!

#4 – Worship

Psalm 63:1-3 NIV – “O God, You are my God; Early will I seek You; My soul thirsts for You; My flesh longs for You in a dry and thirsty land there there is no water. 2 So I have looked for You in the sanctuary, To see Your power and Your glory. 3 Because Your lovingkindness is better than life, my lips shall praise You.”

Another fun way to invest in your relationship with God is to worship! You can sing your own song or put on your favorite worship playlist. Worship gets our eyes off of what’s happening in our lives and onto Him.

If you are looking for some new worship music here are some suggestions: Elevation Worship, Hillsong Worship, Maverick City, Upperroom, Bethel Music, Dappy T Keys, Housefires, Kari Jobe, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, United Pursuits, Jason Upton, Steve Swanson, or Rita Springer.

#5 – Memorize Scripture

Psalm 119:11 NIV – “Your word I have hidden in my heart, that I might not sin against You.”

John 1:1 says that the “Word was with God and the Word was God” and verse 14 says “the Word became flesh.” In short, when we memorize scripture we are actually getting to know Jesus, who is the Word! Getting to know Him through memorizing Scripture is an amazing way to invest in your relationship with God.

#6 – Pray

Hebrews 4:15-16 NIV – “For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin. ¹⁶Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.”

You’ve probably thought of this one before, but when you pray do you approach God with confidence. Hebrews 11:1 says, “faith is being sure of what you hope for and certain of what you do not see” which is describes a faith filled prayer.

Confidently approaching God is part of your inheritance as His son or daughter. If you’re struggling to come boldly simply spend some time reflecting on what Jesus has done for you and why He did it…it was ALL for YOU!

#7 – Listen

Proverbs 1:1-6 NIV – ” The proverbs of Solomon son of David, king of Israel: 2 for gaining wisdom and instruction; for understanding words of insight; 3 for receiving instruction in prudent behavior, doing what is right and just and fair;
4 for giving prudence to those who are simple, knowledge and discretion to the young— 5 let the wise listen and add to their learning, and let the discerning get guidance— 6 for understanding proverbs and parables, the sayings and riddles of the wise.”

Listening reveals wisdom and ushers in understanding and learning. It is an integral part of prayer that many believers neglect. Matthew 7:7 promises that if we ask we will receive. Asking is easy, but do you position yourself to receive the answer? Many times receiving the answer you’re asking for is as easy as taking the time to listen. Listening is a key to investing in your relationship with God because it gives Him the opportunity to answer you!

#8 – Go For A Walk Outside

Colossians 1:6 ESV – “For by Him all things were created, in Heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities—all things were created through Him and for Him.”

Creation displays the glory of God. Everything that was created was created by Him and for Him. Therefore, when you spend time outside in creation you can actually invest in your relationship with God because He’s there! Next time you go outside for a walk, tune you’re heart’s attention to Him and invite Him to speak to you. You might be surprised at what He shares with you in such a fun way!

#9 – Tithe

Nehemiah 10:35-37 NIV – “We also assume responsibility for bringing to the house of the Lord each year the firstfruits of our crops and of every fruit tree. 36 As it is also written in the Law, we will bring the firstborn of our sons and of our cattle, of our herds and of our flocks to the house of our God, to the priests ministering there. 37 Moreover, we will bring to the storerooms of the house of our God, to the priests, the first of our ground meal, of our grain offerings, of the fruit of all our trees and of our new wine and olive oil. And we will bring a tithe of our crops to the Levites, for it is the Levites who collect the tithes in all the towns where we work.”

We often think of a tithe as money, and it is, but it doesn’t have to be. You can tithe your time, your possessions, and resources. In the verse above you can see they were giving their first fruits, or tithe, of cattle, flocks, ground meal, grain, and more! Remember, through tithing, that all we have is from Him and belongs to Him is another way to invest in your relationship with God.

#10 – Surrender

Romans 12:1-2 NIV – “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.”

The Kingdom of God is not of this world. Jesus powerfully displayed this truth through His entrance into the world and exit from it. When you surrender to His ways He can empower you to life in the world, but not of the world. There is so much available in surrender and it is another powerful way to invest in your relationship with God.

What areas of your heart can you surrender to Him today?

What Now?

Do something! Do something different! Take some of these ideas, especially the ones you’ve never tried before, and do them. Get creative and make a point to invest in your relationship with God!

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July 11, 2022 0 comment

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How To Richly Flourish In Your Life Every Day

by Lisa van den Berg July 2, 2022

written by Lisa van den Berg

There is an invitation from Heaven to richly flourish in your life every day. Let’s discover more about God’s invitation together.

If we’re honest with ourselves we’ll see that most of us go through the day on ‘rinse and repeat’. But there is so much more available than we have ever imagined.

Start your day with thanksgiving

We know that we are God’s sons and daughters and He encourages us to come to Him like little children (Mat 18:1-5). So tomorrow morning when you first wake up, lift up your hands to Heaven. Imagine God picking you up like a small child and hugging you.

Thanksgiving for His love and kindness will bubble out of you as you start your day together.

See each day as an adventure with Him

“It’s not what we go through each day that matters, it’s Who we go through it with.” I found myself saying this one day when someone asked me how it’s possible to see each day as an adventure with God.

No matter what you’re going through, stay close to the One who lovingly walks through everything with you.

End your day with reflection and gratitude

At the end of the day set aside some time to talk through your day with God. Ask Him what He thinks about what happened during the day. Let Him remind you how much He loves you and how good His plans are for your life.

Walking and talking with God throughout your day, is how you will richly flourish in your life every day.

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July 2, 2022 0 comment

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Be Supernatural Because He Is Supernatural

by MJ April 4, 2022

written by MJ

Be Supernatural; For He is Supernatural! Are you staying on course with this attitude?

We are Supernatural beings created by a Supernatural God in His image. But we often try to tolerate what’s happening in our life that is contrary to God’s purpose. If this is you, it is time to realign your thoughts, so you can reach your promised land, whatever that might be.

Born From Above

We are not of this world. (John 17:16) And every aspect of our lives must resonate with this truth. But many times we operate just like the world.

Some trust in luck and others credit their hard work for their achievements. But we know that it is His Grace that enables our efforts to succeed.

Chased By Goodness

When you follow God, Goodness and Mercy shall follow you all the days of your life so you can succeed. You don’t have to chase success, success will chase you instead. But what if you feel the opposite?

What if you feel like you have gone way past the time of your breakthrough? You quit! And console your mind that it is not God’s will, and maybe it is your flesh.

Pretending to feel good this way will only make things worse. Can you imagine the extent of frustration you could garner living like this?

Don’t Accept Lemons

The world’s way is to give up and get by with what is available. If life gives you lemons, make lemonade. But what if your God-given desire is something else? If that seems impossible, do you go with lemonade instead? No. Don’t accept lemons when God has something better.

The devil and the world will convince you that you have messed up beyond redemption, or that you are too old, too under-qualified, or perhaps even overqualified.

Sarah’s Supernatural Story

Abraham’s wife Sarah was a remarkable woman, titled by God as the Mother of Nations, even before Isaac was born.

Sarah was this young, bold, and beautiful woman. But things should have gone downhill as she grew old, yet childless. She might have concluded that she misinterpreted the promise of God and ended up giving Hagar to Abraham.

She got complacent as she saw herself as an old woman with feeble knees and wrinkled face, way past the time of childbearing. So she might have said, “I came this far. I can make it. ” Sarah might have had this attitude for years.

Destiny, Not Death

God saw Sarah tolerating her situation. He knew she was not ready for the covenant child Issac. The Supernatural time of God was not in sync with the natural time of childbearing in the case of Sarah. The father and the mother of the faith movement had to be trained by God.

Sarah felt disqualified that she even laughed when God Himself visited and promised. But God made sure that she was blessed with Isaac supernaturally when it seemed impossible in the natural. It was Sarah’s destiny.

Journey To Destiny

Stepping into your destiny happens to you if you are in His hands, no matter how long it takes. As a child of God, you are not just waiting, but actually preparing to meet with time. You were not created for time, but time was created for you. Time eagerly waits for you.

For [even the whole] creation [all nature] waits eagerly for the children of God to be revealed. – Romans 8:19 (Amplified Bible)

Practice the passion that God has placed in you. Prepare consistently for what God has called you to do. And time will meet you to establish you in your destiny. So be ready for a rendezvous with your time.

The Supernatural Attitude Of Jonah

Jonah was a man that knew how to be established in His destiny, even after messing up so bad. He did not forget to whom he belonged. Neither did Jonah expect to die in the ill effects of his actions. He repented and envisioned his future instead. He knew how to get time and tide respond to the voice of repentance.

He spoke to God about what he shall do when he gets out of the fish. Jonah did not quit even when he made a mistake or committed a sin, to be precise. He acted upon his supernatural identity and banked on God’s goodness and mercy. God responded at that instant. Despite his situation, he planned on completing his assignment, and probably going on a vacation, definitely not on a luxury cruise.

Enforce Your Supernatural Victory

The will of God for you is always progress, purpose, and promotion, even if you miss His lead at some point in the natural. He has chosen, called, and anointed you, knowing your whole life. There is no way you can mess up beyond His knowledge. Therefore,

‘Be Supernatural; For He is Supernatural.’

Don’t quit. Enforce your victory. In Jesus’ Name.

April 4, 2022 0 comment

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Wipe Your Lens

by Seth & Lauren Dahl March 11, 2022

written by Seth & Lauren Dahl

A few years ago, my wife and I had pictures taken of our daughter who was two years old at the time. Our friend, Heather, a gifted photographer, came out to our house to take the photographs.

After the photo session was complete, I was flipping through the pictures of our daughter and noticed how beautifully the camera captured our property. Some of the pictures were in our gravel driveway. Some were in the front few acres of our property. Some were with the horses and our fences. Some on our tree stumps. Some were out in the barn. The camera’s lens caught a beauty I hadn’t seen before. The camera’s lens saw the same things I do everyday, but the way it captured them was completely different.

Then I saw our daughter in the wheelbarrow inside our barn. The photos had the tin roof, the poles, the gates, the unfinished walls. Another photo had our buckets, trunks, and hay. For the first time I didn’t see any “work” as I looked at the barn; all I saw was beauty. I realized that I only saw this beauty because I looked at the same things I see every day through a different lens.

Another picture had our daughter carrying her bucket of hay, which she does often. I realized that she works in the barn just as much as any of us do, but for her, none of it is “work”. The lens she sees through only shows her “play”. This challenged me to rethink the way I view my life; to see things through a different lens.

I never again want to see “work” when I go to work, I want to see the way a child does. I want to play, even at work. I want to see the beauty around me, even in the seemingly mundane, the way a camera does.

All photographers make sure their lens is perfectly clear before they even aim their camera. We should do the same.