Wednesday, July 3, 2013
This Week
Whew!! This week I've encountered one challenge after the other, after the other, was crazy. The A/C started blowing warm air over the weekend, On Monday on my way to work, various dashboard lights came on (check engine, exclamation, VSA); Also on Monday while having renovations done in the Kitchen a leak in the sealing was discovered previously hidden from worn out plumbing upstairs. Also discovered that an appliance being professionally installed was damaged. In addition, a friend calling me in tears because her husband closed their joint account and opened up a new one in his name only without her knowledge and all the money is now in his name.
I became so overwhelmed, I didn't know if I should laugh or cry. I was just in a state of shock and numbness knowing I needed to keep a level head in order to work though these issues one by one.
I am declaring that God is a provider and a way maker. I took the car to the dealer yesterday and the A/C problem was covered by a recent recall and extended warranty and I didn't need to pay for the A/C repairs. Thank you Jesus.
Without any hassle, the store offered pick up the damage appliance and deliver another one this week.
A plumber came out to fix the plumbing and leak and though it was a costly repair, I am not destitute financially.
I've been praying for my friend with the husband issue and I believe that her story will end in victory.
Prayer:
God, I thank you for making a way this week with all the various challenges that presented itself. Thank you for helping me deal with them and that amicable and quick resolutions were obtained. You are always on time, a way maker, a provider and protector you are Alpha and Omega the head of all principality and power.
God I love you and thank you for always being on time. Please send your comforter to my friend experiencing some challenging times in her home. God you know all about her situation. Give her clarity in thought and send your peace to abide with her. Carry her during these trying times and increase her strength and resolve to survive and be victorious In Jesus name I pray....Amen.
Friday, June 21, 2013
Getting High
I spent some time getting high this week. It's been a while since I prostrated before the Lord through fasting and prayer. This was a one day affair and It was awesome....I feel so refreshed and rejuvenated in my Spirit. I was pressing for Higher dimensions in my spiritual life and praising God for all He has done for me. The Hymn below sums it up for me.
Higher Ground (Charles Gabriel)
Higher Ground (Charles Gabriel)
I’m pressing on the upward way,
New heights I’m gaining every day;
Still praying as I’m onward bound,
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
Refrain:
Lord, lift me up and let me stand,
By faith, on Heaven’s tableland,
A higher plane than I have found;
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay;
Though some may dwell where those abound,
My prayer, my aim, is higher ground.
I want to live above the world,
Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled;
For faith has caught the joyful sound,
The song of saints on higher ground.
I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright;
But still I’ll pray till heav’n I’ve found,
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
New heights I’m gaining every day;
Still praying as I’m onward bound,
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
Refrain:
Lord, lift me up and let me stand,
By faith, on Heaven’s tableland,
A higher plane than I have found;
Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.
My heart has no desire to stay
Where doubts arise and fears dismay;
Though some may dwell where those abound,
My prayer, my aim, is higher ground.
I want to live above the world,
Though Satan’s darts at me are hurled;
For faith has caught the joyful sound,
The song of saints on higher ground.
I want to scale the utmost height
And catch a gleam of glory bright;
But still I’ll pray till heav’n I’ve found,
“Lord, plant my feet on higher ground.”
My Prayer
Lord plant my feet HIGHER, Hiiiya, HiiiiiiiYah Jesus. Take me higher in my walk, higher in my praise, higher in the fruits of your Spirit. Another plain another level in your presence, Is my prayer In Jesus Name....AMEN.
Monday, June 17, 2013
Friday, June 14, 2013
Let Go and Let God
I am so overwhelmed to know that God delights in uncommon, illogical, supernatural manifestation of His power, sovereignty and divinity. God's ideal does not need to make logical human sense.
Below are a few biblical examples of God defying every human logic/reasoning:
Exodus 15:22-25
Human thinking/reasoning: This water is bitter!! How can a log make this water drinkable? this log is not sugar?! If anything, it may make things even worse.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Job 38-40.
Genesis 41:38-43
Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, Inasmuch as God has shown you all this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. You shall be over my house, and all my people shall be ruled according to your word; only in regard to the throne will I be greater than you. And Pharaoh said to Joseph, See, I have set you over all the land of Egypt. Then Pharaoh took his signet ring off his hand and put it on Joseph’s hand; and he clothed him in garments of fine linen and put a gold chain around his neck. And he had him ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried out before him, “Bow the knee!” So he set him over all the land of Egypt.
Human thinking/reasoning: It is Impossible for an Israelite, slave and ex-prisoner, to become a ruler in Egypt, second in command to an Egyptian King. No one would want such an individual with such a past history to rule their people or rise to prominence in their kingdom.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Luke 1:50-52 and Luke 18:27
John 9:6-7
When He had said these things, He spat on the ground and made clay with the saliva; and He anointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay. 7 And He said to him, “Go, wash in the pool of Siloam” (which is translated, Sent). So he went and washed, and came back seeing.
Human thinking/reasoning: Spit and mud is gross. Why couldn't he just speak and command healing like he did for so many before?
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Romans 11:33
Matthew 14:17-20
And they said to Him, “We have here only five loaves and two fish.”18 He said, “Bring them here to Me.” 19 Then He commanded the multitudes to sit down on the grass. And He took the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, He blessed and broke and gave the loaves to the disciples; and the disciples gave to the multitudes. 20 So they all ate and were filled, and they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments that remained.
Human thinking/reasoning: There is no way we can feed all these people with just two fish and five loaves. These people can just go to their homes and eat. We don't need to feed them. We should eat these loaves and fishes ourselves after all we are the ones ministering to them all day we deserve it.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Ephesians 3:20 and Luke 6:38
Whatever it is that God want's to do in our lives, let us let go of our own understing, calculations, timelines so that we can Trust and Obey Gods instructions and directions. God's way is exciting, fun, always a blow your mind experience. Everything God does, He does it Best.
1Corinthians 2:9
But as it is written:
Below are a few biblical examples of God defying every human logic/reasoning:
Exodus 15:22-25
Then Moses made Israel set out from the Red Sea, and they went into the wilderness of Shur. They went three days in the wilderness and found no water.
When they came to Marah, they could not drink the water of Marah because it was bitter; therefore it was named Marah.
And the people grumbled against Moses, saying, “What shall we drink?” And he cried to the Lord, and the Lord showed him a log, and he threw it into the water, and the water became sweet.
Human thinking/reasoning: This water is bitter!! How can a log make this water drinkable? this log is not sugar?! If anything, it may make things even worse.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Job 38-40.
Genesis 41:38-43
Then Pharaoh said to Joseph, Inasmuch as God has shown you all this, there is no one as discerning and wise as you. You shall be over my house, and all my people shall be ruled according to your word; only in regard to the throne will I be greater than you. And Pharaoh said to Joseph, See, I have set you over all the land of Egypt. Then Pharaoh took his signet ring off his hand and put it on Joseph’s hand; and he clothed him in garments of fine linen and put a gold chain around his neck. And he had him ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried out before him, “Bow the knee!” So he set him over all the land of Egypt.
Human thinking/reasoning: It is Impossible for an Israelite, slave and ex-prisoner, to become a ruler in Egypt, second in command to an Egyptian King. No one would want such an individual with such a past history to rule their people or rise to prominence in their kingdom.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Luke 1:50-52 and Luke 18:27
John 9:6-7
When He had said these things, He spat on the ground and made clay with the saliva; and He anointed the eyes of the blind man with the clay. 7 And He said to him, “Go, wash in the pool of Siloam” (which is translated, Sent). So he went and washed, and came back seeing.
Human thinking/reasoning: Spit and mud is gross. Why couldn't he just speak and command healing like he did for so many before?
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Romans 11:33
Matthew 14:17-20
And they said to Him, “We have here only five loaves and two fish.”18 He said, “Bring them here to Me.” 19 Then He commanded the multitudes to sit down on the grass. And He took the five loaves and the two fish, and looking up to heaven, He blessed and broke and gave the loaves to the disciples; and the disciples gave to the multitudes. 20 So they all ate and were filled, and they took up twelve baskets full of the fragments that remained.
Human thinking/reasoning: There is no way we can feed all these people with just two fish and five loaves. These people can just go to their homes and eat. We don't need to feed them. We should eat these loaves and fishes ourselves after all we are the ones ministering to them all day we deserve it.
Our Sovereign and Omnipotent God Answers: Read Ephesians 3:20 and Luke 6:38
Whatever it is that God want's to do in our lives, let us let go of our own understing, calculations, timelines so that we can Trust and Obey Gods instructions and directions. God's way is exciting, fun, always a blow your mind experience. Everything God does, He does it Best.
1Corinthians 2:9
But as it is written:
“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard,
Nor have entered into the heart of man
The things which God has prepared for those who love Him
Nor have entered into the heart of man
The things which God has prepared for those who love Him
Wednesday, June 12, 2013
Jesus Is My All
Jesus Is All The World To Me
Lyrics: Will L. Thompson
Jesus is all the world to me,
My Friend in trials sore.
I go to Him for blessings, and
He gives them o’er and o’er.
He sends the sunshine and the rain;
He sends the harvest’s golden grain:
Sunshine and rain, harvest of grain—
He’s my Friend.
My Friend in trials sore.
I go to Him for blessings, and
He gives them o’er and o’er.
He sends the sunshine and the rain;
He sends the harvest’s golden grain:
Sunshine and rain, harvest of grain—
He’s my Friend.
Jesus is all the world to me,
And true to Him I’ll be.
Oh, how could I this Friend deny
When He’s so true to me?
Following Him I know I’m right;
He watches o’er me day and night.
Following Him by day and night,
He’s my Friend.
And true to Him I’ll be.
Oh, how could I this Friend deny
When He’s so true to me?
Following Him I know I’m right;
He watches o’er me day and night.
Following Him by day and night,
He’s my Friend.
Jesus is all the world to me,
I want no better friend.
I trust Him now; I’ll trust Him when
Life’s fleeting days shall end.
Beautiful life with such a Friend;
Beautiful life that has no end!
Eternal life, eternal joy,
He’s my Friend.
I want no better friend.
I trust Him now; I’ll trust Him when
Life’s fleeting days shall end.
Beautiful life with such a Friend;
Beautiful life that has no end!
Eternal life, eternal joy,
He’s my Friend.
Monday, June 3, 2013
Of Brotherly Love
I met my brother in 2007 at church. I remember during the greeting time when everyone welcomed and greeted each other, he stood by the entrance door observing everyone with a smile just taking everything in. He had introduced himself to the congregation earlier during or visitors welcome and where he was from.
After service, as we were driving home, I saw him walking towards the metro station all alone and I felt the need to stop and offer him a ride.
We stopped and offered him a ride but on the way we extended an invitation to stop by our home for lunch first which he accepted. Subsequently we hosted my brother after service each week until it was time for him to return to his homeland across the seas on another continent.
We had such a good time fellowshipping after church each week. We ate, sang, laughed shared stories of life experiences, laughed some more, took pictures and had a great time. Coming down to the end of his stay, my brother, a very talented and educated artist sketched and beautifully framed a picture he took of me. He wrote an inspiring poem and scripture on the back. To this day it is proudly displayed when you walk in my home.
My brother returned in 2008 and though we didn't get to connect until almost the end when it was a few days for his return, we caught up anyhow and we were delighted to meet again.
My brother and I have kept in touch ever since our initial meeting. The bond we shared was so innocent, pure, respectful, honest, kind so much so that I was completely unguarded and myself in our interactions.
There was a voice that spoke to me recently that said open your eyes, open your ears, open your heart. I have been and I'm learning so much about myself in the process. I hope and pray that our friendship will extend for a lifetime in the way that only God designs, sanctions and blesses.
My friend and brother is so kind hearted, giving, compassionate, loving, unselfish, in tune with his emotions amongst other things.
Lord you know all things and understand all things. Bless our friendship and make a way for us to be reunited again in person. Thank you for allowing us to cross paths. Let us continue to grow in your grace, strength, example and beauty. Bless my brother in ways that he needs you the most, elevate him in all the virtues of your spirit. Let your favor surround him, In Jesus Name I pray.
After service, as we were driving home, I saw him walking towards the metro station all alone and I felt the need to stop and offer him a ride.
We stopped and offered him a ride but on the way we extended an invitation to stop by our home for lunch first which he accepted. Subsequently we hosted my brother after service each week until it was time for him to return to his homeland across the seas on another continent.
We had such a good time fellowshipping after church each week. We ate, sang, laughed shared stories of life experiences, laughed some more, took pictures and had a great time. Coming down to the end of his stay, my brother, a very talented and educated artist sketched and beautifully framed a picture he took of me. He wrote an inspiring poem and scripture on the back. To this day it is proudly displayed when you walk in my home.
My brother returned in 2008 and though we didn't get to connect until almost the end when it was a few days for his return, we caught up anyhow and we were delighted to meet again.
My brother and I have kept in touch ever since our initial meeting. The bond we shared was so innocent, pure, respectful, honest, kind so much so that I was completely unguarded and myself in our interactions.
There was a voice that spoke to me recently that said open your eyes, open your ears, open your heart. I have been and I'm learning so much about myself in the process. I hope and pray that our friendship will extend for a lifetime in the way that only God designs, sanctions and blesses.
My friend and brother is so kind hearted, giving, compassionate, loving, unselfish, in tune with his emotions amongst other things.
Lord you know all things and understand all things. Bless our friendship and make a way for us to be reunited again in person. Thank you for allowing us to cross paths. Let us continue to grow in your grace, strength, example and beauty. Bless my brother in ways that he needs you the most, elevate him in all the virtues of your spirit. Let your favor surround him, In Jesus Name I pray.
Friday, May 31, 2013
Inner Voice
Intuition is a powerful tool/gift that comes up out of no where sometimes which reveals and/or confirms things. There are times I don't want to listen or even believe that gut feeling if I want to be honest.
But I thank God for an intuitive spirit. That Spirit of discernment sometimes gets so strong and overwhelming I have no choice but to sometimes sadly and emotionally accept.
Our intuition is designed to help us and most often protects us in various ways. Is it right though to question that gut feeling? How do we know that there are not other factors that could be subconsciously speaking to us? Sometimes situations can get so confusing but if we want to be honest with ourselves, I declare that we should trust that gut feeling. It's hard because at times I don't want to accept or believe, but at the end of the day I only hurt myself.
God please help me to know your voice and non other. You are so faithful that you reveal things to me because you love me. Give me your patience, and grace to accept your will in every aspect of this life you have blessed me with. In Jesus Name I pray.
But I thank God for an intuitive spirit. That Spirit of discernment sometimes gets so strong and overwhelming I have no choice but to sometimes sadly and emotionally accept.
Our intuition is designed to help us and most often protects us in various ways. Is it right though to question that gut feeling? How do we know that there are not other factors that could be subconsciously speaking to us? Sometimes situations can get so confusing but if we want to be honest with ourselves, I declare that we should trust that gut feeling. It's hard because at times I don't want to accept or believe, but at the end of the day I only hurt myself.
God please help me to know your voice and non other. You are so faithful that you reveal things to me because you love me. Give me your patience, and grace to accept your will in every aspect of this life you have blessed me with. In Jesus Name I pray.
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