Rooted in Grace

It is not by chance that you are passionate about what you do. God instills passions and dreams in you on purpose, so you would be faithful in using those gifts to praise him in return.  

We sometimes struggle. Not why me, but why not me? Know that struggle is temporary. Like David, praise your way out of the situation and watch God work.

1 Peter 4 12:13 MSG “Friends, when life gets really difficult, don’t jump to the conclusion that God isn’t on the job. Instead, be glad that you are in the very thick of what Christ experienced. This is a spiritual refining process, with glory just around the corner.”

We are presently daily with yes and no's which are based in the world/flesh and blood. Just because someone speaks something about you, doesn't mean you have to receive it as is. Christ gives us the power to bind and loose in the name of Jesus. When we bind or loose on earth, it will be bound or loosed in heaven. We have 3 responsibilities to loose or bind: State it, Believe it, Work it!

Your words have the power to create life or death. If you have nothing nice or uplifting to say, do not say anything.

DEVOTIONAL: GUARD YOUR MOUTH 

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Being around the right people significantly impacts you, so choosing your tribe wisely requires discernment. The five individuals you spend the most time with shape who you are. You will ultimately become mediocre if you spend all your time with mediocre individuals. Spend time thinking about the individuals you are around and consider if they contribute or subtract value from your life. If some of them do, it might be time to love some of them from a distance.

Obedience is better than sacrifice. Whatever God is asking you to do, do it out of fear of God. I'm trying to say that you don't need to know all the details. Just do it because if we truly understood all the attributes God has in store for us, we would get overwhelmed, and, more importantly, what is the use of having faith if you know everything? Take it one step at a time and trust in God even though your reality does not match. You have no idea what blessing you miss out on because you want to be comfortable.

Money isn't the only aspect of abundance, though it certainly helps. Let go of the negative stereotypes about money. God wants us to be wealthy, and the scriptures prove it! To receive wealth, we must also be good stewards of it and understand it. God did not create us to struggle; he made us to be the head, not the borrower. Join us as financial expert Aasya Jackson discusses the importance of financial literacy, managing your finances, and building wealth from a biblical perspective. 

Also, when I say women of men, I meant men of God! LOL (My mind can run faster than the words coming out of my mouth sometimes) 

Having therapy does not imply a lack of faith. Seeing a therapist does not automatically imply that you have a problem. God created numerous resources and people on Earth to assist us in living a healthy and abundant life. Check out this authentic conversation featuring TréOnna, a successful social worker and children's therapist. 

A lot of people shy away from living in Christ because they feel they are not “Christian enough” and they can not measure up. Most even feel you have to give up your authentic personality in order to be used in Christ. Keep in mind just because someone’s lifestyle looks different from yours does not mean they are not saved! By the end of this episode, I want you to know that you can be a Christian and still be lit! You can still have a life and still live for Christ.