Ephesians 4 talks about unity in the body. It goes on to explain how there is one Lord, one faith and God are the father of ALL. It also talks about how we need to be humble and have patience with each other and show love. These are all things that seem to be a struggle when you look out into the world today. I think if we were willing to show each other kindness and love that the world would look and feel different, but of course if we all learned more about God and his word, we would have a different world full of love and patience. Together we are stronger.

Proverbs 23.7 as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he. Often tines we forget a key component to that. That out of the heart flows your true intentions and who you are. So, while you are thinking and believing who you are you better make sure your heart and mind are in agreement with who you are. Also, the thoughts of yourself require you to do one thing and that apply action.

Sometimes God will ask us to press the restart button and start over. Often times we look at that as a failure, so instead of starting over we try and patch up the holes. Sometimes and most times we need that fresh start to look at what we did in the past and make the changes we need to go forward. We can't let our pride and ego stop us from understanding that we are human and we will always fall short at some point in our lives.

We were put here to be used but not misused. I think one of the reasons most people don't give their gift to the world is because they have been mistreated by many people. God talks about not taking this in your own hands but letting him handle anyone that mistreats you. Easier said than done, but that's where faith and patience in God comes into play. We should never let anyone bring us down or stop us from letting our light shine. The worlds need our God given gifts.

God put favor on all of use when he made us, but he didn't make us wear it. I pride myself and knowing that I am favored and that I will always step outside and tell the world. Activating your favor starts with you believing in your mind, heart and soul that God has favor on your life. It's time you believe and go out and get what God already has for you.

Life is going to bring tough times, but tough times brings opportunity to grow. Most times as humans we don't think that way. We will run away from pain and failure thinking that we will win that race. News flash, that is a race we will never ever be able to win. In tough times we have to remember that self-talk is important and when we pray or complain, God is listening. I think when we are able to talk positive over our lives, that shows our faith and understanding that God is with us always and he will see us through anything.

Words carry weight and can bring positive or negative experiences in your life. The bible talks about how small the tongue is but how powerful it is. So, as we are in a new year, it's important that we remember to speak positive words over our life. Take a listen to this podcast and speak the 5 things over your life.

As a new year approaches, it's important to think about what kind of seeds you want to plant. God tell us that we will always reap what we sow. I think the farmer is a great example of what it looks like to sow a seed and have patience to watch it grow, not knowing how or when but believing that it will grow into something beautiful. Here is your chance to plant your good seeds and believe that it is going to GROW.

We not only fight against our flesh and blood, but we are fighting demonic forces. The bible says that we can combat that by submitting to God, scripture and prayer. It's so important that we are always self-aware and read the room. We have to go where we are celebrated and not tolerated. The enemy has his team, and we have to be sure we are around the right people that will go to war with us when it's time to pray and speak scripture towards the enemy.

I believe that my prayers are heard right away when I pray. God said he will never forsake us. That means that he will always be there and listening. The key to activating that promise is our belief. Our belief is what will get us that promise that God gave us. God said it many times in the bible, whatever you ask for and believe that is yours. It will be given to you. Keep praying and believing friends.