Stay Alert, Watch your back, & Give it to God!

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Stay Alert, Watch your back, & Give it to God!

We should give all of our cares and worries to The Lord. We should also remain on alert. 

When we give our cares to God we must continue to watch and pray. 

In watching we may observe things that were once out of sight. In prayer we may receive further instructions from Jesus on what to do and how to do it. 

We should always be mindful that there is a enemy lurking, looking for someone to devour. 

1 Peter 5:7-8 (NLT)

Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you.

Stay alert! Watch out for your great enemy, the devil. He prowls around like a roaring lion, looking for someone to devour.

Don’t allow the enemy to devour you or yours. Give it to God, watch, and pray. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Sin is seductive

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Sinning prevents you from Winning!

Sin is a heavy weight. Sin is seductive. 

When we sin, sin becomes our master. We then commit ourselves to serving our sin.

Think about the things that have control over you.....

You are committed to it. You make excuses why you are the way you are and why you do the things you do. 

1 Corinthians 6:12 (NLT)

You say, “I am allowed to do anything”—but not everything is good for you. And even though “I am allowed to do anything,” I must not become a slave to anything.

John 8:34 (NLT)

Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave of sin.

In order to truly win we have to let go of sin.

Hebrews 12:1 (NLT)

Let us strip off every weight that slows us down, especially the sin that so easily trips us up. And let us run with endurance the race God has set before us.

Don’t be a slave to your desires. Everything you can do is not good for you. Get rid of those simple habits and addictions that easily cause you to stumble. Get rid of pride, guilt, fear, gluttony, anger, bitterness, gossip, anxiousness, un-forgiveness, greed, lust, selfishness, etc

Get rid of every weight that holds you down. Be free in Jesus. Who the Son sets free is free indeed. Be free!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Give! Heavenly Tool

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Heavenly Tools

There is one tool in this series. Give!

Giving is a wonderful tool. It has many wonderful benefits. It can be used in almost any situation. This tool is often underutilized because most do not understand its value. 

There are different types of giving. Before we get into the types of giving we must first explore how to give and why to give. 

Give Cheerfully 

2 Corinthians 9:7 (NLT)

You must each decide in your heart how much to give. And don’t give reluctantly or in response to pressure. “For God loves a person who gives cheerfully.”

Why Give?

Luke 6:38 (NLT)

Give, and you will receive. Your gift will return to you in full—pressed down, shaken together to make room for more, running over, and poured into your lap. The amount you give will determine the amount you get back.”

There is a promise attached to your giving. God promises to give you more than you gave. 

Give Your Genius. 

Your genius is unique to you. It’s the the thing that sets you apart. It’s the thing you try to dim when it makes others uncomfortable. It is your gift. Do not dim your light. Lights were created to shine. When you shine, you are at your best. When you are at your best your genius is at work. 

Proverbs 18:16 (NKJV)

A man's gift makes room for him, And brings him before great men.

Your gift is the key to the door you are waiting for God to open. 

Your gift opens the door. 

You must give your gift and you will receive your blessing.

Giving to God

God wants our best. He doesn’t want the leftovers. God wants our best because He wants to give us the best. 

Proverbs 3:9 (NLT)

Honor the Lord with your wealth and with the best part of everything you produce.

2 Corinthians 9:8 (NLT)

And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.

Giving to others

We are called to give with love and when we give will our hearts there is no time to look for faults. 

Proverbs 11:25 (NLT)

The generous will prosper; those who refresh others will themselves be refreshed.

Your capacity to give is different from any other person on this earth. Do not give according to what you receive, give according to the capacity God has given you. Open your heart and give. 

If you were hurt and you are protecting yourself by not giving as much as you could, you will never receive all that God has for you. God is your protector. Trust Him to protect you and give cheerfully. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞you!

Work Hard & Pay Your Bills

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Heavenly Tools

There are 2 tools in this series. Work Hard & Pay your bills!

Work Hard

We are God’s representatives in the earth. We are called to work. Our work should represent who we represent. Our God is not lazy. We should give our full gifts and talents at work. 

God has gifted us with our talents. When we use them, we use them to the glory of God. God will reward us. 

Joseph was wrongfully incarcerated for years. Yet, Joseph relentlessly gave his full gifts and talents while in jail. Joseph knew who was and who he represented. 

The quality of our effort at work should not depend on the quality of the people we work with or the quality of the organization. 

Your employer does not define you. 

You know who you are. 

You are a child of the Most High God. 

You are a child of the Creator of the universe. You are a child of the King

You are royalty. 

Jesus died for you. 

When you show up for work you change the atmosphere, do not allow the atmosphere to change you. 

Colossians 3:23 (NLT)

Work willingly at whatever you do, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people.

Ephesians 6:7-8 (NLT)

Work with enthusiasm, as though you were working for the Lord rather than for people. Remember that the Lord will reward each one of us for the good we do, whether we are slaves or free.

Romans 12:11 (NLT)

Never be lazy, but work hard and serve the Lord enthusiastically.

Pay your bills 

The only debt we should owe is love. We should work hard to stay out of debt. It is not God’s desire for us to live in bondage. Debt is bondage. We cannot fully operate in our calling when we are weighed down with debt. Debt keeps us obligated to something other than Jesus. It keeps us in a self-inflicted prison. 

Romans 13:7 (NLT)

Give to everyone what you owe them: Pay your taxes and government fees to those who collect them, and give respect and honor to those who are in authority.

Romans 13:8 (NLT)

Owe nothing to anyone—except for your obligation to love one another. 

Work as if you are working for the Lord and God will reward you. When you are rewarded pay your bills!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Heavenly Tools

Faith! 

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Heavenly Toolbox Series

There is 1 iron packed tool in this series.

Faith

This tool has many uses. I urge you to read more on faith. 

What is faith? 

Faith is the substance of things hoped for the evidence of things not seen. 

When we go before God we have to have our evidence. Our evidence is our faith. Faith is a gift from God. It is our VIP access card!

Why do we need faith? 

Hebrews 11:6 (NLT)

It is impossible to please God without faith. Anyone who wants to come to him must believe that God exists and that he rewards those who sincerely seek him. 

When and where do we use faith?

Faith is needed everyday and in every way.

God blesses according to our faith. 

God heals us according to our faith. 

God fights for us according to our faith. 

Mark 5:34 (NLT)

And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace. Your suffering is over.”

Luke 18:42-43 (NLT)

And Jesus said, “All right, receive your sight! Your faith has healed you.” Instantly the man could see. 

How to receive faith?

We cannot earn faith. Faith is a gift from God. Everyone has been given a measure of faith. To receive more faith listen and ask!

Luke 11:9-10 (NLT)

“And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.

Romans 10:17 (KJV)

So then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

How do we keep our faith?

Hebrews 12:2 (NLT)

We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith.

Our ability to operate in our purpose is directly related to our faith. We have all been given a measure of faith and our faith increases the more we use it. Our faith increases when we hear the word and apply the word of God. Our faith increases when we focus on Jesus and not ourselves. 

2 Corinthians 5:7 (KJV)

For we walk by faith, not by sight. 

If God is calling you into your purpose don’t be  afraid. God has not given you the spirit of fear. God has given you faith. Take your faith to God and cast your fear into the pit of hell. Trust God to do what He said He would do. 

Fear is faith’s opposer. Faith comes from Jesus and fear comes from the enemy.  Serve Jesus and exercise your Faith!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Heavenly Tools

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Heavenly Toolbox Series

Welcome to the Heavenly Toolbox Series! 

God gives us tools for our toolboxes and tool belts. He is the Rock of our foundation. He gives us tools for repairs, maintenance, rebuilds, or takedowns. This is a continual series of tools to add to your Heavenly Toolbox. 

There are 3 tools in this series. Love, Hate & Bless!

Love ❤️ 

God first loved us so we could love ourselves and love others. Love is a heavenly tool to add to your tool belt. This tool should stay close to you at all times. 

Romans 12:9-10 (NLT)

Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them........ Love each other with genuine affection, and take delight in honoring each other. 

When was the last time you took delight in someone? Honor three people today with love and affection. Tell someone how much you appreciate them. 

Hate

Yes, we are allowed to hate in certain circumstances. 

Ecclesiastes 3:8 (KJV) A time to love, and a time to hate; a time of war, and a time of peace. 

God wants us to hate evil. Hate things that are bad. Love the person hate the act! 

Romans 12:9 

Hate what is wrong. Hold tightly to what is good. 

Bless🙏🏾

It’s easy to love those who love us and bless those who bless us. God wants us to bless those that curse us. God wants us to bless those that try to harm us. God wants us to love our enemies to the point where we pray for their success. 

Is there someone that is a thorn in your side? Is there someone that truly irritates you? Pray for them today with a pure heart. Pray that God would bless them abundantly. 

You have what that person needs. Jesus has placed you in their life to be a blessing. Do not allow anger to keep you from your assignment. 

Romans 12:14 (NLT)

Bless those who persecute you. Don’t curse them; pray that God will bless them.

Please add these tools to your heavenly tool belts and toolboxes!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Heavenly Toolbox Series

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Heavenly Toolbox Series

Welcome to the Heavenly Toolbox Series! 

God gives us tools for our toolboxes and tool belts. He is the Rock of our foundation. He gives us tools for repairs, maintenance, rebuilds, or takedowns. This is a continual series of tools to add to your Heavenly Toolbox. 

Depending on where you are in your journey you may require different tools. 

There are 3 tools in this series. Hope, patience & prayer. 

Hope

When we find ourselves in places that are unfamiliar or uncomfortable we should approach them with hope not fear. Hope for the best despite what it looks like. 

Patience 

When we find ourselves in troubled waters we should exercise patience. When affliction comes, it will not last always. Be patient during affliction as it working for us and not against us. Look for God’s wisdom. 

Pray🙏

Be persistent in prayer. We should stay in constant communication with Jesus. 

🎶 Don’t forget to pray...all along the way...🎶. This tool you need everyday!

Romans 12:12 

Rejoice in hope; be patient in affliction; be persistent in prayer.

Be sure to use your Heavenly Tools when needed!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Trust

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Trust the Lord with all your heart and sing thanksgiving to the Lord. He is your help in time of need, your shield in battle, your joy in sorrow. 

Psalms 28:6-7 (NLT)

Praise the Lord! For he has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my strength and shield. I trust him with all my heart. He helps me, and my heart is filled with joy. I burst out in songs of thanksgiving.

The depth of our joy cannot be experienced in this world unless we accept it from our Lord. 

We were created for God’s glory. Trust Him with all your heart. Sing to the Lord. Thank Him for what what he is doing. Victory is yours if you believe. 

Psalms 28:8 (KJV)

The Lord is their strength, and he is the saving strength of his anointed.

You are His anointed!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞you!

Death Trap

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Death Trap

Sometimes life gets too heavy and thoughts of suicide and desperation blocks our thinking. 

It is a trap! Jesus loves you and is absolutely crazy about you. There is nothing too hard for Him. There is nothing you could do to separate you from His unfailing love. Don’t allow guilt, pain, or despair to cloud your vision. 

2 Samuel 22:6-7 (NLT)

The grave wrapped its ropes around me; death laid a trap in my path. But in my distress I cried out to the Lord; yes, I cried to my God for help. He heard me from his sanctuary; my cry reached his ears.

If you are in distress call out to the Lord. The Lord will hear your cry. 

Whatever you are facing the Lord can reach down from heaven and save you. 

2 Samuel 22:17-19 (NLT)

“He reached down from heaven and rescued me; he drew me out of deep waters. He rescued me from my powerful enemies, from those who hated me and were too strong for me. They attacked me at a moment when I was in distress, but the Lord supported me.

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Trust The Lord

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You may not understand the plan but know the Master has you in His hands. You are not your own. Everything connected to you belongs to the one who created you. You may feel you have control but you are fragile, you are clay, molded by the Master day by day.

Isaiah 55:8-9 (NLT)

“My thoughts are nothing like your thoughts,” says the Lord. “And my ways are far beyond anything you could imagine.

For just as the heavens are higher than the earth, so my ways are higher than your ways

and my thoughts higher than your thoughts.

Trust the Lord, even when your heart feels as if it’s shattered. 

Trust the Lord when you don’t understand. Trust the Lord when your life feels as if it’s hanging by a strand. 

Trust the Lord, when you are confused. 

Trust the Lord when you think you know what to do. 

Trust the Lord, when the bills are due and your dollars are few. 

Trust the Lord, when the options are many and you have plenty. 

Trust the Lord always. 

Trust the Lord in ups and in downs. 

Your promise is birthed from your purpose. Your purpose in planted when your potential meets your pain and you plow forward in the rain, trusting the Father to lead the way and give you the grace to make it day by day. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Fan the flame

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Fan the flames 🔥!

Can you tell when your internal Holy flame has weakened? 

We must fan the flame. We live in an instant society. Everything happens by a flick of a switch or push of a button. 

There is no magic button in our walk with the Lord. There is no propane switch that will ignite our flame. 

There is no electricity that will keep our embers lit. 

We have to fan the flame. We have to put in the work. We have to read our word to nourish our Spirit. We have to continually pray. We have to fast to to die to self so we can hear from God. 

2 Timothy 1:6 (NLT)

This is why I remind you to fan into flames the spiritual gift God gave you when I laid my hands on you.

Believing in Jesus is just the beginning.  To operate in Jesus you have to fan the flame. 

2 Timothy 1:7 (NLT)

For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.

To have power you have to fan the flame. 

To have love you have to fan the flame. 

To have sound mind and self discipline, you have to fan the flame. 

Jeremiah 20:9 (NLT)

....his word burns in my heart like a fire. It’s like a fire in my bones!

Live in an eternal flame. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

God can change His positioning

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Our prayers can cause God to change His positioning. 

God is our provider and our protector. He is our shield and our fortress. When we call on Him in our hour of need He can change His positioning for our comfort. 

The angel of God was leading the camp of Israel out of slavery when they approached the Red Sea. They saw their captors behind them and they were petrified. 

Years of trauma and dead ends could cause us to desire pain and resent hope, accept poverty and resent wealth, allow sickness and abandon healing. Years of dryness could cause us to self sabotage and block our blessings. 

Exodus 14:12 (NLT)

Didn’t we tell you this would happen while we were still in Egypt? We said, ‘Leave us alone! Let us be slaves to the Egyptians. It’s better to be a slave in Egypt than a corpse in the wilderness!’”

There is a point in our dryness where we give up, where we stop dreaming, stop fighting, and stop hoping. When we reach that point it is hard for us to see God. 

Exodus 14:19-20 (KJV)

And the angel of God, which went before the camp of Israel, removed and went behind them; and the pillar of the cloud went from before their face, and stood behind them:

God was in front of their face but they couldn’t see Him. 

They were paralyzed by their past they couldn’t see God and His glory. 

God changed His positioning so they could move forward. 

When we follow God we have to put our blinders on and focus on the path forward. We cannot look to the left or the right at the water that may consume us. We cannot look back at the past that may capture us. We have to look forward toward our loving God that will protect us, that will provide for us, and that will lead us towards righteousness for His name sake.

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you. 

Go Forward

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Go forward!

When God gives us a command to go, we must go. It could be a mission trip, a business, an adoption, a ministry, higher education, etc. Stay focused on the task. 

Sometimes during our journey we hit what appears to be a dead end. In those moments we have to continue to stand on the word of God. 

If God said go that is enough to stand on. 

The children of Israel fled Egypt. They were in the wilderness with the Red Sea in front of them and their enemies behind them. 

This appeared to be a dead end. This appeared to be an impossible situation. 

When they prayed, God said why are you crying go forward!

Exodus 14:15 (KJV)

And the Lord said unto Moses, Wherefore criest thou unto me? speak unto the children of Israel, that they go forward:

The command doesn’t change when the situation changes. 

God is aware of the obstacles when He gives the commands. 

Our mission is bigger than ourselves. 

Remember we are not our own and our missions belong to Jesus. 

Our obstacles strengthen our faith. 

Our obstacles strengthens the faith of those that are watching us. 

Our obstacles reveal to our enemies that our God is Lord. 

So when you face opposition continue to stand on God’s word. Someone’s deliverance is in your obedience. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves you!

Fear Not

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How are you fighting? 

Sometimes our fight is in our silence. Sometimes our fight is in our stillness. 

Words have power and can bring about an adverse result when we panic. Fear causes us to oppose the Lord and confess things that are contrary to the word of God. Fear is the opposite of faith. 

Fear opposes God while faith is harmonious with God. Fear causes us to join our opposer instead of stand with our Avenger! 

“I’m hanging in there” will cause us to hang instead of stand on the Rock of Christ Jesus. 

We do not glorify God when we declare defeat mid battle by complaining.  

Exodus 14:13-14 (KJV)

And Moses said unto the people, Fear ye not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord, which he will shew to you to day: for the Egyptians whom ye have seen to day, ye shall see them again no more for ever. 

The Lord shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace.

Fear Not

Stand Still

See God

When we are afraid we can’t see. 

Hold your peace. Be confident. Be still. Keep quiet. Look for God. God will fight for you. Stand on His word and trust Him. 

Fear not, stand still, and see the salvation of the Lord!

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💞 you!

Start

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We have dreams and aspirations God has given to us to execute. 

Why do we fail to get started?

Sometimes we compare our progress with others and become discouraged. 

Sometimes we count all the reasons why we can’t instead of how we can. 

We consider ourselves instead of our God. 

Zechariah 4:10 (NLT)

Do not despise these small beginnings, for the Lord rejoices to see the work begin. 

How amazing is that! The Lord rejoices when we begin. God is joyful and delighted when we start what He has given us. 

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Jesus is cheering you on when you make those first steps. 

You have your own cheering section in heaven. What God has placed in you is crafted especially for you. God did not give you the dream to wish, he gave it to you as a blue print to act. 

Start today!

If you have already started don’t give up. 

If you have started but stopped, start again. God is with you rejoicing in your new beginnings. 

Be blessed and know that Jesus loves 💕 you!