Trusting God

Some time ago, I asked someone, "How do you rely on God when your present reality does not reflect the word, He has spoken to you? How do you respond to the calling on your life when it feels as though you are stuck in a cycle of repetition?

In times like these, God is calling us to rely on Him. When God gives us His word, He is not focused on our present circumstances or past experiences, but on what He intends to do. There is a version of us that God knows, and He wants us to trust Him. However, for this plan to become a reality, we must align ourselves with His will. He desires to strip us of everything that is not of Him and bring us to a place of total dependence on Him.

The Bible reminds us in Matthew 28:20, "Lo, I am with you always, even unto the end of the world." God knows we will face fear, yet He continuously reassures us to "fear not."

He understands that there will be times we doubt, but He still says, "Fear not." I remember a time when I prayed to the Lord for something, and for four years, I waited. I knew He was going to do it because He had given me His word through a vision and confirmed it through His written word. I held onto those promises, yet there were times when I looked for ways to use my logic to explain the situation. Even then, I knew He had spoken, and I had to trust that He would fulfill His word. He is calling us to trust Him — trust Him with all our hearts, trust Him through all uncertainties. God's plans are beyond our human understanding, but He desires for us to invite Him into the midst of our doubts and fears.

We often find ourselves shaken by external circumstances, even after hearing from God both personally and through His word. The future is real, but it only comes to those who are willing to step into God's purpose and trust Him completely. We must open ourselves to God, allowing Him to take charge and guide us in fulfilling His plans for our lives. As our Father, He desires to bring His purposes to fruition in us.

It is not about what we have or who we are, but about who God is and what He intends to do. We must be vulnerable enough to trust the vision God has given us and to work intentionally towards it, knowing that He will bring it to pass.

In Christ, there is a reality far beyond our own understanding. When we truly rely on God, He begins to reveal to us the chapters and paragraphs of what has been written about our lives. It is time to release our grip on what we know and place our full trust in who God is and the path He has set before us.

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God's Validation Is All We Need

 

Have you ever felt stuck in a rollercoaster of emotions? That feeling is one of the worst, as it's a point of uncertainty where we're unsure what to do, what to expect, or how things will turn out. Is it necessary for God's children to experience this? Thankfully, God's validation is the best remedy.

In the creation story, God looks at us and declares us good (Genesis 1:31). As we grow, He draws us closer, calling us into a deep, personal relationship. When we open our hearts to Him, He validates us, rejoicing in our existence. He knows the world's challenges will leave their mark, but He leaves us with the mark of Jesus—the blood and redemption that validate our identity.

Rejoice, friend, because you have a God who doesn't need you to love Him first. His love draws you into Himself and guides you on your journey. Whenever you feel overwhelmed by the world's coldness, seek the Father's warmth and rely on Him to navigate life's darkness.

As David wrote in Psalm 18:32-34 (NKJV), "It is God who arms me with strength, And makes my way perfect. He makes my feet like the feet of deer And sets me on my high places. He teaches my hands to make war, So that my arms can bend a bow of bronze." 

This reminds us that only in God's strength can we thrive and live. Seasons come and goes but we have an open check to thrive in God's abilities. 

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A Call to Radiate His Love

God’s love is so wonderful—

So high, I can’t get over it.

So low, I can’t get under it.
So wide, I can’t get around it.
Jesus, You give me wonderful love.

These were the rhythms in my heart as I wrote. Jesus is God's Love personified. It is God's genuine thought for mankind. When He wanted to show His love for us, He gave His only begotten Son, so that He might gain mankind in return. What manner of love is this, that one came to die for the sins of others?

The Holy Spirit sheds His love in our hearts daily and urges us to cultivate it and share it with others. The kind of love God promises sets us apart for His purpose and brings freedom.

He is a patient lover who waits patiently for His people to come to the knowledge of all He has and can do for them. When we acknowledge Him, He pours His love on us and expects us to show this love to mankind.

God’s love and position in our lives cannot be replaced by anyone, It is a selfless kind of love.

As children of God, we are to esteem others and show the same kind of love He has for us. This love is not conditional. We are commanded to love, as God’s Word says, Romans 13:8 “Owe no man anything, except to love.” Love is not optional—it's a command. The weight of God’s love is strengthened when we show it to mankind.

It’s time for us to become faithful in Love Work with God.

What are you doing with the love of God?

 Is your love dependent on what you can get from someone?

God is constantly putting us in situations where we can radiate His love to mankind. Live a life debt-free of love, always spreading God’s love.

Spread God’s love today and watch as your Lover sheds His peace within you daily. 

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Partnering with the Holy Spirit to Shape Our Reactions

Growing up, I realized that I was very sensitive to sound, especially when I was asleep. Any kind of noise or movement would disturb me. One night, sometime last year, I was sleeping when I suddenly heard my sister's voice. As soon as I heard it, my eyes flew open in anger, and I was about to speak. But in that moment, the Holy Spirit gently whispered to me, “Do not say anything.” I tried so hard to speak, but the prompting continued, urging me to remain silent.

So, I stayed quiet. The next morning, I woke up still feeling frustrated. I wondered, “Why was she so loud? Why didn’t she move more quietly?” But all of these thoughts remained in my heart. I went through my morning routine, took a shower, got dressed for work, and left for the office.

At the office, I kept thinking about how I would talk to her about it when I got home. But then, the Holy Spirit spoke to me again, saying, “Speak nothing about what happened.” I responded, “But Lord…” and He repeated, “Say nothing.” So, I obeyed and said nothing.

After that experience, I began to notice something important. There were times when I would hear loud noises from my neighbors, but the usual irritation and urge to complain had disappeared. I realized that since that moment with my sister, I no longer felt the same frustration or need to react to excessive noise.

The Holy Spirit is our character shaper. He works within us, guiding us to partner with Him so He can mold our character according to His will. It is the Holy Spirit who teaches us how to speak, when to sit, when to stand, and when to run. He helps us grow into the people God wants us to be.

The Holy Spirit is not confined to certain parts of our lives. He is our Helper in every area, every circle, and every situation. He is the author of our daily lives—nothing happens without His notice. So, we should never try to exclude Him from any part of our life.

As children of God, we should continually ask the Lord to work on our character. We need to bring our weaknesses before Him and allow Him to shape us into the people He wants us to be. If we are unable to deal with our weaknesses, they can become footholds for the enemy in our lives. The Holy Spirit is aware of our weaknesses, but He is also our strength in those weaknesses. Let’s seek His help daily, asking Him to sharpen our character and guide us in every moment.

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