Influence

 

You are created to have influence and make change in this world for God. Share the love of God and show you care. Be attentive as God is attentive.

Be Blessed!

 

The Secret Place

Psalm 91:1-2 KJV
He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. [2] I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.

How do we enter in the secret place of the most High? We say it!

The Lord is my refuge and my fortress in Him will I trust.

Speak the Word!

Be Blessed!

 

Mercy

Psalm 62:12

King James Version (KJV)

¹² Also unto thee, O Lord, belongeth mercy: for thou renderest to every man according to his work.

Thank God for His mercy.  We would I be without it? Mmmm, maybe not in a good place or further behind in my purpose for here on earth.

Mercy is defined as a blessing that is an act of divine favor or compassion, a fortunate circumstance.

Joseph’s brothers sold him into slavery because they were jealous and God showed him mercy and gave him favor in the sight of Potiphar. Potiphar  made him overseer over his house, and all that he had he put into his hand.  This is God making what the devil meant for evil for good.  Joseph was well favored.

Joseph was handsome and Potiphar’s wife wanted to lie with him.  Now why does this women who has all that she wants, want to lie with Joseph?  That is another story in itself, I will not go there.  Potiphar’s wife tried to seduce Joseph. He refuses her and runs away.  In his haste, he does not pull his garment from Potiphar’s wife ‘s hand and he leaves behind his garment.  Here is what she did.

¹⁶ And she laid up his garment by her, until his lord came home. ¹⁷ And she spake unto him according to these words, saying, The Hebrew servant, which thou hast brought unto us, came in unto me to mock me: ¹⁸ And it came to pass, as I lifted up my voice and cried, that he left his garment with me, and fled out. ¹⁹ And it came to pass, when his master heard the words of his wife, which she spake unto him, saying, After this manner did thy servant to me; that his wrath was kindled. ²⁰ And Joseph’s master took him, and put him into the prison, a place where the king’s prisoners were bound: and he was there in the prison.

God again showed Joseph mercy and He gives him favor in the sight of the keeper of the prison.  What the devil meant for evil, God made it for good.  God set the devil up.  The devil thought Joseph would not succeed and through these adverse circumstances Joseph learned and was being groomed for God’s purpose.

What can one learn from the story of Joseph? No matter what the cost, stand firm for God and He will bless you for doing His will. Also,for being on God’s side, you will be blessed even though the circumstances do not look good.

Be Blessed!

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Scripture Reference

Genesis 39:1-21

Related Topics

Understanding God’s Wrath and His Mercy

God’s Mercy is Brand New Every Morning

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Qualified

 

I Corinthians  9:26-27 English Standard King James 
26) Therefore I run thus;not with certainty. Thus I fight:not as one who beats the air. 27) But, I discipline my body and bring it into subjection, lest when I have preached to others, I myself should become disqualified.

Everyday I rise with a choice to put my best foot forward in all things or just do nothing. What does nothing bring? Nothing! At work my job performance and leading would be meaningless. If I did nothing, I would be disqualified. My role as a mother and wife, would have no fruit. How can I represent my husband and my children if I did nothing. Really? No cooking, no cleaning, no washing, no working, no helping with homework, no listening to the children’s problems or questions, no listening to my husband, just eating, sleeping and making a mess. Who can I lead  if I do nothing? Who can I help if I do nothing?

What does putting my best foot forward bring? It brings peace of mind, satisfaction, a sense of accomplishment, laughter, a happy home and enjoying work. Disciplining oneself to stay on task, completing what is required, listening and helping is a positive output. One is representing themselves as leader who is qualified, certain and capable. In all the things that ones does, do it as if you are doing it unto the Lord. Keeping the Lord at the forefront, keeps things into perspective. See, being a leader is being a greater servent and helper. Yes, you lead, but the majority of the time you are serving others and by your service to others you are setting a Godly example.

Be Blessed!

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Happy Wednesday

We have made it to mid-week. Summer is approaching and you know what we tend to do. We get that quick diet plan to lose pounds before the summer hits.

Instead of the quick fix diet, how about a life style change in eating? We eat to live. Food is one of the vital things we need to survive.

Now, in all this exercising what about our mind? Having peace of mind and in the soul is important. There is one who can give you and I peace in the midst of every situation. His name is Christ Jesus.

John 14:25-28 King James Version
These things have I spoken unto you, being yet present with you. [26] But the Comforter, which is the Holy Ghost, whom the Father will send in my name, he shall teach you all things, and bring all things to your remembrance, whatsoever I have said unto you. [27] Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid.

In these times, we all need peace.

Be Blessed!