FULL JOY

In a previous episode, we mentioned that you are a mini-god due to having God's traits within you from the commencement of the fabulous world origin.

Today we'll continue with part 2 of this thought-provoking episode.

Now can I be honest with you before we start our excursion into today's episode?

The road ahead will be challenging and wearying. This life will test your capacity to manage and endure hardship. You'll have moments like these, possibly feeling it's best to settle for less because things won't change, lower your standards, or even question if your purpose or dreams is worth this much struggle or strain.

It's a possibility you can find yourself asking a question, like, for instance: Why is it that those individuals are succeeding and not me? What did I do to warrant this not-so-productive life, or When will things change for me. To name a few.

Those emotions or perceptions are not wrong because each individual has intersected the lonely or deserted streets of life at some point.

To combat those thoughts or emotions is to understand one purpose and seek to uncover the jewel of faith and courage thats concealed on the inside of each one, embracing the common denominator that your life is loaded with endless opportunities only disguised as impossible solutions.

Let us continue to hold on to the fact that you have something great that the world is eager to witness.

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21 Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: 22 Because of the LORD's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. 23 They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness.

Let us continue to press on with a steadfast mind that you have something great that the world is eager to witness. Holding firmly to the belief that I'm able to overcome anything and declare that your life will turn out great.

please repeat after me: {life will get complicated, but I will turn out alright]

You're a MIRACLE. LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE!

We have always said this on the show. Be careful what you're advertising to the subconscious mind each day.  These times and situations can create an abundance of little thoughts of optimism for the future, which can overshadow all the blessings and gifts embedded in us since the inception of time. Furthermore, in the middle of hardship or despair, we solely believe that you're not alone and God is still trustworthy to provide provisions through the crazy and chaotic struggles of this world.

Your power word!

Mathew 11:28-30

Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burden is light." [NIV]

These words are not a command but an invitation; they are the words of our caring Saviour. God wants us to live life on purpose, without the negative self-talk, and replace each doubt with peace that nothing has caught him off guard. 

You are A MIRACLE! 

Live life on PURPOSE!

Pain is one of the universal things we individuals will ever experience. Furthermore, we can all relate to finding the strength deep within to overcome and endure pain. Moreover, it does not discriminate based on either our financial status or social status, and it cannot be outrun or even escape its existence because it is a permanent part of our life.

In Psalm 139:16-18, the author David gives a small outline of how precious we are to God, that God already ordained our days and destiny. Also, revealing a sneak peek of how vast God's loving thoughts towards us are uncountable similar to the grain of sand on the seashore.

Your eyes saw my unformed body; all the days ordained for me were written in your book before one of them came to be.

How precious to me are your thoughts,[a] God! How vast is the sum of them! Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand when I awake, I am still with you.

We hope that this small insert from David's letter encourages and reveals God's immense care for His entire creation, especially for each of us individually. He still cares for us during these times of pain, uncertainty, and possible fear. He has a plan to redeem, re-energize, and reconcile us from any unwanted thoughts about ourselves. Furthermore, He will not forsake us even when we will depend on others or things instead of His supernatural power and wisdom in the presence of struggles. He is still waiting with outstretched arms to welcome us home.

YOU'RE A MiRACLE. LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.

When we say tomorrow’s not a promise. 

What’s the first thing that comes to mind? If you're thinking along the perimeter of making the best of each day, then you're getting warmer.

We’ve mentioned this before that each day is an opportunity to shape your future. I could go out on a limb and predict that each individual hopes and desires to achieve a level of success that ultimately rewards freedom and peace of mind. And having the ability to see into the future is not within our capabilities, but we can always learn from history.

This is why living for today and enjoying everyday life is so important because in a split second we could lose it all. Arise each morning with the intention to reshape your future through calculated and intentional steps each day, keep decluttering your mind and life from things that can weigh you down.

Albert Einstein once said: Learn from yesterday, live for today, hope for tomorrow. The important thing is not to stop questioning.

So whatever each day brings, you’re posed to overcome because you're intentional in making the best of that particular day and not taking your blessings for granted. 

Your power word. 

Proverbs 27:

Do not boast about tomorrow for you do not know what a day may bring.

So whatever each day brings, you’re posed to overcome because you're focusing on making the best of that particular day.  Not taking your blessings for granted but being grateful in every situation. 

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.

So too often we embark on life's journey with the wrong thought process about ourselves. We pack our brian lunch box with unhealthy thoughts, allowing those unwanted thoughts to foster into deplorable personas. Believing the lies that the only possible way to live a life of freedom is through the approval of others. Which in results can mature into a coalition of taking everything someone says about you too personal.

This journey will require more from you. It will demand that you change and grow because it's through steady growth you'll discover your untapped potential. Now a keen attentiveness to both your attitude towards life and how you view yourself must be on high alert, staying cautious of the seeds you're currently planting in the soil of your mind and thoughts.

Now we’re aware that there’s already a lot on your tasks list of life. This is why it's important to develop a learn from your error mindset because an unstoppable momentum for elevation gets activated within you. It allows you to embrace failure and has the opportunity to unroot any insecurities or other hidden non-essential qualities. Which overtime not only builds your self-confidence but also empowers a gradual climb to dance on self-doubt.

In 2 Corinthians 10:5, the author apostle Paul not only witnessed a nationwide epidemic of people pleasers and those with low self-esteem but he himself became susceptible to a numerous amount of self-doubt and a desire to please others. But through self-reflection and awareness of God's love, he commenced on a journey of re-building a new identity through God, where he discovered that it's important to take every thought captive and bring those same thoughts to the subjection of God's power.

You're power word:

We break down every thought and proud thing that puts itself up against the wisdom of God. We take hold of every thought and make it obey Christ.

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.

There are two things I believe we truly have control of. 

1. Your decision and 2. Your reaction.

Few questions for us to ponder during our today’s episode.

What decision are you currently making for yourself during these times?  Are they productive? And How are you reacting to the noise around you? Have you easily led astray or are you developing a critical thinker mindset?

The noise in our world is louder now than ever before, it's easy to fall in the valley of mediocre thinking. Remember, big vision requires the same action efforts, which in result thinking small also requires the same as well but most definitely not vice versa.

Don't wait for life to change. Now is your opportunity to reevaluate your relationship circle, abandoning the time-wasting associations we indulge in, with the intention of staying sturdy during this season of growth, personal and mental development. Making a conscious decision to embrace this development process with passion, knowing that a learning curve transition will be required from our bondage thoughts. And if we don't, life will wipe you until we start indulging in learning something new.

Failure and disappointment will also accompany us on our transformational journey, but you have to keep moving forward. Stay strong in your mind as you transition through all challenges. Keep nourishing your dreams with a learn from your mistakes mindset, our failures will seem substantially smaller once we’ve accomplished our desired goal.

In Proverbs 4:6-7, the Author Solomon. Compares seeking God’s wisdom as to an individual seeking a companion. It reads:

Do not forsake her, and she will keep you; love her, and she will guard you. The beginning of wisdom is this: Get wisdom, and whatever you get, get insight.

Don't complain when the days are hard, remind yourself of your goals and live life with God's wisdom as your guide and compass.

Did you live your life, when you had the opportunity to live?

Stop and self reflect on how you're living.  Don’t live for the approval of others.

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.

Stay in your zone. You will make it if you don't give up. Yes, in these times there’s a possibility our view of the future might be skewed or unmotivated to progress though all our current challenges. Hold strong, because your dreams are worth the transformation and the growth through all your darkest days. Your core values also work cohesively with your dreams because nothing that’s worthwhile is easy.

Preserve and stay vigilant. Stop using words like these. We’ve always done it this way! This can cause both a detrimental and stagnant mindset. Look at things from different angles, experiment, and try all options. Your dreams can most definitely become a reality if you don't let go or allow others to influence you with their non-productive ideas and thoughts.

In Matthew 5:15 the author Mathew shares God’s views and perception of us. He explains that God has called us to be different. To stand out against the grain, because you’re a city on the hilltop. This is powerful because God’s opinion and thoughts of you should demolish, dismantle, and guard your mind against anything that’s not in alignment with His thoughts. You’re here to add value, rebuild hope, and instill change.

Continue to strive towards your goal. With your daily practices in meditation for sound mindfulness, you’ll continue to see blessings flow your way because God has your back. Don’t give in to the lies or negative thoughts that can disguise itself if you’re not vigilant and focused. Now is the time to revisit your goals and your vision. With the intent in building momentum towards a step by step, day by day systematic plan for optimal accomplishment. Which in result will yield the success of your goals if you don’t quit?

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.

Episode Title: Raise your identity.

While on our journey towards raising our identity and advancing through each challenge. It's important to remember that true freedom comes when you’ve decided and accepted that no one owes you anything, because you're moving towards your future goals each day. Of course, we’re aware that this journey will not be smooth or obstacle-free. But this journey will elevate you above your past.

Continued to proactively progress through your life's restoration journey. Let's remain thankful. Having the awareness that each daily discipline habits will produce freedom from being lackadaisical to a successful discipline towards perfection. With a steadfast attitude to learning from all life experiences, while gradually relinquishing the unwanted thoughts about yourself.

Robert Greene once said: Do not leave your reputation to chance or gossip, it’s your life’s artwork. And you must craft it, hone it, and display it with the care of an artist.

It’s usually at our worst moment when a clear but concise decision is made to grow. Because each unforeseeable difficulty will not last forever, they're the only temporary

Power word: Proverbs 22:1 A good name is more desirable than great wealth. Respect is better than silver or gold.

You’re not only an overcomer but also someone who possesses, in my opinion, the most essential quality to success of any kind, which is perseverance. View each day as a new page in your novel, observe and stencil with care on those pages. Because each of life’s daily entry leaves a copy of our reputation.  

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE.  

What do you think could be the stimulus for growth?

For us to grow! We must sometimes experience and go through some discomfort added to stressful situations. Which are our stimulus for exponential personal growth? Growth will in result force us out of our comfort zone, by pushing us towards new horizons of awkwardness where we’ll encounter a transformation from our old thoughts.

Our journey through challenges isn’t designed to break us or even manifest any form of a defeated spirit. But it is completely contrary, with your daily efforts to achieve mindfulness. Through small systematic steps by controlling what takes root in our minds. You’ll start noticing fruits of both strength and resilience on full display from your efforts to grow through each difficulty. And of course, as we embrace this new process of improvement and growth. It puts us on the offense with a not easily broken spirit.

Hold fast to your self-esteem in having confidence that you are who God says you are. It’s not dependent on my own abilities (because those can be so unreliable!), but instead of knowing that God will equip me for the work, He has set out for me to do.

Power word:

Even in those moments when people (or even your own thoughts!) are coming at you with weapons ready to attack, your heart doesn’t have to respond in fear.

Even (and especially) then, you can be confident. You are a child of God and nothing can overtake you.

Trust yourself and your judgments. Don't give in to the lies, that you’ve tried so hard, but you’re not good enough. We’ll not always have all the answers to be confident. And the old adage, “fake it until you make it” is not even necessary in building true confidence.

Instead here are three tips to build your confidence within from one of my mentors Robert Kiyosaki:

With this increased confidence you’ll be enabled to tackle the next challenge in your life. With the attitude that everything will work out for your best.

You are more than enough, but don’t take my word for it. 

YOU'RE A MIRACLE! LIVE LIFE ON PURPOSE. 

Direct words of encouragement from one of my mentors Robert Kiyosaki.

Our power word:

Proverbs 12:25

Anxiety weighs down the heart, but a kind word cheers it up.

Cheer yourself up today with positive words of affirmations.

Are you stuck waiting to get “clear” about what you need to do? The remedy for this is to commit to your end goal, then start working towards it.

When you truly commit to something, your mind shifts, you see opportunities where you did not before, and circumstances conspire to help you. As you keep taking action and see the results of your actions, you will gain better clarity as to how to accomplish your goal.

Although you may need to adjust or abandon particular strategies and tactics that don’t end up leading you where you wanted, never give up on your ultimate goal.

Big dreams are inspiring and worth pursuing. The more you take action toward your goal and observe the results, the more clarity you will gain as you move forward.

Power word:

“Clarity comes after a commitment has been made.” – Ellie Drake

Take a moment to think about who and what makes you feel happy and energized. Then think about who and what drags you down and makes you feel deflated. Write out a list for both. It might include family members, friends, co-workers, going to certain events, what you watch on TV, etc. Sometimes the same person or experience will be on both lists.

This challenge will tell you the sources of the positive and negative energy you are getting from your current surroundings. The next step is to figure out how you will reduce or eliminate the negative sources and how you will spend more time with positive influences.

You can also add inspiration to your life in little ways by using affirmation statements, listening to self-improvement audiobooks, and posting inspirational messages and notes about your goals around your house.