We need to stop ignoring the ravens, (signs) of God’s goodness. I was going outside for a walk the other day, and I saw this huge bird (a hawk, I think) land across the street. I immediately heard the Holy Spirit say, ‘Pay attention.’ How often do we hear those words from the Holy Spirit, and we ignore them or just assume it’s our thoughts? God’s guidance and provision often come through unexpected means. A friend of mine told me she was awakened from a deep sleep with a loud knock. At first, she thought it was someone knocking at Read More
Category: Words that Inspire
Words can either give life or take life. Find inspiration from studying God’s word
Stand Firm, Therefore
Stand firm; therefore, (Ephesians 6:14) is a statement that we need to have at the top of our vocabulary. We need to turn this scripture into a daily affirmation: I am standing firm on the truth of God’s Word and holding my ground, having tightened the wide band of truth (personal integrity, moral courage) around my waist and having put on the breastplate of righteousness (an upright heart). It’s been an interesting week for some of us, and it’s about to get more interesting. It’s time to stand on what we know to be truth (Remember, there are no versions of the truth). What are Read More
Dr. Martin L. King, Jr: Pursue Justice
Today we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. He lived according to the basic principles of goodness aligned with his faith. Here is a statement from his letter from the Birmingham jail that should encourage each of us to always seek to stamp out injustice whenever and wherever it rears its ugly head. “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny.” The statement by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. resonates deeply with biblical principles of justice, interconnectedness, and love Read More
The Holy Spirit: Our True North
Our True North is the Holy Spirit. In the vast expanse of the night sky, a single star has guided countless travelers throughout history. The North Star, or Polaris, stands as an unwavering beacon of direction, positioned almost directly above the Earth’s North Pole. While other stars wheel through the darkness in their nightly dance, Polaris remains steadfast, offering a fixed point of reference for those seeking their way (true north). This celestial constant serves as a powerful metaphor for the Holy Spirit’s guidance in our lives. Just as ancient mariners and explorers relied on Polaris to navigate treacherous waters Read More
Elevate and Dominate In Your New Season
It’s a new year and a new season. Now is the time to start making plans to elevate and dominate in every area of your life (physically, spiritually, emotionally, etc.). To help you start off the year, I am including my Strategic Planning Workbook. Here is a link to download a copy. Remember, you get to start over every 24 hours, so do not move forward into your new season with a spirit of dread. The spirit of dread is a feeling of fear and anxiety that can be subtle and sneak into your thoughts. It can cause you to avoid Read More
Vision Must Be Followed By Decisions
Having a vision is important if you want to continue to grow spiritually, professionally, and personally in the new year. However, you can never fulfill your vision without making a decision. The four lepers in 2 Kings 7:3-4 had a vision of survival. They made a decision to venture out of their comfort zone and find food. Having a vision and not making a decision is basically the same as not having a vision at all. Here are four correlations between vision and decision based on the story of the four lepers in 2 Kings 7:3-4: 1. Vision clarifies the Read More