No matter how things look right now, do not give up hope. Any situation can change in an instant. That instant may be a shift or a complete “suddenly” turn-around.
If change begins as a shift, do not despise the small beginning. A shift starts the momentum. Look forward with faith and hope to keep that momentum going!
Through every change, look for the lesson. Learn as you go through life. Grow forward. Never stay stuck in former destructive patterns. Allow the Lord to make all things new for you in His perfect timing and in His perfect will.
Have you noticed how as situations escalate globally, people seem to be escalating as well in their personal lives? Basic respect and social graces seem to be on the wane.
Do not be a part of the down-ward spiral. Walk circumspectly. Discern the time. Let the fruit of the Spirit show forth in your life!
For it is written:
“Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.”
Jesus
Matthew 5:16
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, long-suffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness,
For those of you who are not on certain Social Media sites, I publish “Short Takes” every day. Below are the takes for last week. Also are included links to short posts “From the Archives of Esther’s Warriors Ministry.” I pray they bless you and keep you striving toward a full Kingdom walk ‘for such a time as this!’
God Bless,
Michele
~You are uniquely and wonderfully made. ~Do not compromise your individuality!
~Spend your time wisely. ~Your life is truly a gift!
~Be true to your word. ~ If you make a commitment, keep it!
“Peace I leave with you, My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.”
Jesus
John 14:27
When I read this scripture this morning I could not help but wonder why most Christians are not at peace. I certainly include myself in this at times. Jesus leaves us His peace and gives it to us, yet do we freely receive that peace? His is a deep peace unlike anything the world has to offer. Yet, do we look to
Throughout the Bible it is written, “Now it came to pass…”
There is a “now” moment in every situation. It comes suddenly. It comes now. It does not tarry but comes at the appointed time…God’s perfect now moment.
So do not give up. Do not become weary. Press forward. Stand firm.
Remember the story of the woman with the issue of blood? She had suffered with her infirmity for twelve long years. She suffered much at the hands of many doctors and spent all her money. The scripture tells us that she actually became worse in her affliction.
In this time in history she was considered unclean and not to be among the populace. Yet, when she heard about Jesus she determined to follow Him. She knew if she could just touch the very hem of His garment she would be healed. Her faith had been sharpened through much adversity. Her
Troubled by something? Run it past these criteria:
1) Would you feel comfortable discussing it with Jesus? If not, decide to let it go. Often, we ruminate over very inconsequential issues in the scheme of all things. Therefore, they are probably not things you would even want to share with the Lord. He knows anyway.
2) Does this issue have any eternal implications? If not, walk away. Release it. It is not worth your time, energy, or potential anxiety. Perhaps this is just a refining moment to grow you and move you forward. How you handle a situation will have
For those of you who are not on certain Social Media sites, I publish “Short Takes” every day. Below are the takes for last week. Also are included links to short posts “From the Archives of Esther’s Warriors Ministry.” I pray they bless you and keep you striving toward a full Kingdom walk ‘for such a time as this!’
God Bless,
Michele
~Live life to the fullest for tomorrow is not guaranteed.
~“A friend loves at all times” Proverbs 17:17 Check those you call ‘friend.’ Use discernment to know friend vs acquaintance
Be careful with whom you share your concerns. Most people will just use your struggles to gossip about you. Use discernment. If they talk to you about others, they will talk to others about you.
Choose your confidants wisely!
For it is written:
“The righteous should choose his friends carefully, for the way of the wicked leads them astray.”
Do you ever find yourself in a situation that leads you to spiral down a negative path in your mind? Do your thoughts swirl so swiftly that you can relate to the term, “head spinning?” You may even find yourself directing all your undesirable energy toward a person whom you feel to be responsible for the situation or irresponsible in their part in it. Often, this can lead to full blown anxiety.
Does any of this sound familiar? I know that I can quite easily go down a path of rumination at such a rapid pace that I am not
