Luke 22 : 31 – 34

And the Lord said, “Simon, Simon! Indeed, Satan has asked for you, that he may sift you as wheat. But I have prayed for you, that your faith should not fail; and when you have returned to Me, strengthen your brethren.” But he said to Him, “Lord, I am ready to go with You, both to prison and to death.” Then He said, “I tell you, Peter, the rooster shall not crow this day before you will deny three times that you know Me.” Luke 22:31-34 NKJV

Jesus knew that Peter would deny even knowing him, but Jesus also knew that he would build his church using Peter as the main brick. In life, in certain circumstances it’s easy to deny the gospel of Jesus, but do not stand down, stand firm in your belief. Jesus never stopped loving Peter because of his actions and the same applies to you. Today I pray that the spirit of truth would fill each one with the boldness to witness Jesus to all………..

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

THANK GOD IN THE MIDST of the crucible. – 1 PETER 5 : 6 – 7, 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 18

“THANK GOD IN THE MIDST of the crucible. When things seem all wrong, look for growth opportunities. Especially, look for areas where you need to let go, leaving your cares in GOD’S able hands. Do you trust The LORD to orchestrate your life events as HE chooses, or are you still trying to make things go according to your will? If you keep trying to carry out your intentions while GOD is leading you in another direction, you deify your desires. Be on the lookout for what The LORD is doing in your life. Worship GOD by living close to HIM, thanking The LORD in all circumstances.”

Scripture

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for you. 1 PETER 5 : 6 – 7

Give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 THESSALONIANS 5 : 18

Prayer

Prayer: Lord show me any areas of my life I need to let go, leaving that worry in your capable hands. Help me to be on the lookout for what you are doing in my life and worship you by living close to you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Jonah‬ ‭2:7

““When my soul fainted within me, I remembered the LORD; And my prayer went up to You, Into Your holy temple.” ‭‭Jonah‬ ‭2:7‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

Are you praying in the tough times? When a situation gets overwhelming do you seek the Lord or seek yourself? Today’s prayer is that we would be so dependent on God that we would pray and seek him in all situations…..Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

DO NOT RESIST OR RUN from the difficulties in your life. – JOHN 15 : 5, 2 CORINTHIANS 1 : 8 – 9, EPHESIANS 5 : 20

“DO NOT RESIST OR RUN from the difficulties in your life. These problems are not random mistakes; they are hand-tailored blessings designed for your benefit and growth. Embrace all the circumstances that GOD allows in your life, trusting GOD to bring good out of them. View problems as opportunities to rely more fully on The LORD. When you start to feel stressed, let those feelings alert you to your need for GOD. Thus, your needs become doorways to deep dependence on The LORD and increasing intimacy between you and GOD. Although self-sufficiency is acclaimed in the world, reliance on GOD produces abundant living in HIS kingdom. Thank GOD for the difficulties in your life, since they provide protection from the idolatry of self-reliance.”

Scripture

“I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing.” JOHN 15 : 5

We do not want you to be uninformed, brothers, about the hardships we suffered in the province of Asia. We were under great pressure, far beyond our ability to endure, so that we despaired even of life. Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. 2 CORINTHIANS 1 : 8 – 9

. . . always giving thanks to God the Father for everything, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. EPHESIANS 5 : 20

Prayer

Prayer: Lord help me to embrace all the circumstances that you allow in my life, trusting you to weave them together for my good and your glory. Remind me that problems are opportunities to rely more fully on you. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Psalms‬ ‭130:5

“I wait for the LORD, my soul waits, And in His word I do hope.” ‭‭Psalms‬ ‭130:5‬ ‭NKJV‬‬

As Christians we have put our hope in Jesus Christ, we go through life with his words in our heart and the promise of eternal life. This Psalm lays it out perfectly; we wait and hope! With the direction the world is going this should bring comfort to all. Today’s prayer is that we would meditate on this Psalm and when things are going sideways read this and take comfort…..Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

Proverbs‬ ‭27:17‬

“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭27:17‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Are you encouraging your brothers and sisters in Christ or Discouraging them? One of the biggest attributes of the Church is encouragement. When a brother or sister needs help, direction, discernment, or just encouragement make sure to be there for them. Today’s prayer is that we would keep each other sharp and focused on the advancement of God’s kingdom…….Be Blessed

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

2 Peter‬ ‭3‬:‭8‬

But you must not forget this one thing, dear friends: A day is like a thousand years to the Lord, and a thousand years is like a day. 2 Peter‬ ‭3‬:‭8‬ NLT

Are you waiting on something, someone, somehow to happen? Have you surrendered your life to Jesus totally? Remember that even though we don’t see it, God is always at work in the forefront. Did you ever think that he is waiting for you to hand over a stronghold? Today I pray that we all would surrender our lives totally to Jesus and look to him in every situation. Today I pray that we all would hand over any stronghold to Jesus so he can make that correction in our lives and use us for his full plan to further the kingdom……..Be Blessed and remember it’s all in his hands

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

DON’T BE SO HARD ON YOURSELF. – ROMANS 8 : 28, MICAH 7 : 7

“DON’T BE SO HARD ON YOURSELF. GOD can bring good even out of your mistakes. Your finite mind tends to look backward, longing to undo decisions you have come to regret. This is a waste of time and energy, leading only to frustration. Instead of floundering in the past, release your mistakes to GOD. Look to The LORD in trust, anticipating that GOD’S infinite creativity can weave both good choices and bad into a lovely design. Because you are human, you will continue to make mistakes. Thinking that you should live an error-free life is symptomatic of pride. Your failures can be a source of blessing, humbling you and giving you empathy for other people in their weaknesses. Best of all, failure highlights your dependence on The LORD. GOD is able to bring beauty out of the morass of your mistakes. Trust GOD, and watch to see what HE will do.”

Scripture

And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose. ROMANS 8 : 28

But as for me, I watch in hope for the LORD, I wait for God my Savior; my God will hear me. MICAH 7 : 7

Prayer

Prayer: Lord thank you for bringing good out of my mistakes. Thank you for your grace and mercy that are new everyday. Help me to accept that I will continue to make mistakes because I’m human and see them as reminders to have humility and grace for others. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

1 John‬ ‭4:7-8

“Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love.” ‭‭1 John‬ ‭4:7-8‬ ‭NIV‬‬

Are you holding anger against a loved one? Have you not forgiven a wrong doing? This scripture reminds us that we are to love one another, unforgiveness is of the world !!! Forgiveness is of the Lord. Today’s prayer is love and forgive for that is God, encourage your brothers and sisters they need it……Be Blessed and Forgive

Therefore if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have become new 2 Corinthians 5:17

DO NOT LONG for the absence of problems in your life. – JOHN 16 : 33, ISAIAH 41 : 13, PHILIPPIANS 4 : 13

“DO NOT LONG for the absence of problems in your life. That is an unrealistic goal, since in this world you will have trouble. You have an eternity of problem-free living reserved for you in heaven. Rejoice in that inheritance, which no one can take away from you, but do not seek your heaven on earth. Begin each day anticipating problems, asking GOD to equip you for whatever difficulties you will encounter. The best equipment is GOD’S living Presence, HIS hand that never lets go of yours. Discuss everything with GOD. Take a lighthearted view of trouble, seeing it as a challenge that you and GOD together can handle. Remember that GOD is on your side, and The LORD has overcome the world.”

Scripture

“I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” JOHN 16 : 33

“For I am the LORD, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you.” ISAIAH 41 : 13

I can do everything through him who gives me strength. PHILIPPIANS 4 : 13

Prayer

Prayer: God thank you for your perfect plan. You have placed in me a deep desire for a problem free life because that’s the way Heaven is – my true home. But in the meantime help me to see problems as an opportunity to surrender to you, and depend on you more. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Postscript Update:

There won’t be content posted tomorrow 5/9/2024 – I’ll be traveling plus mainly starting tomorrow instead of creating the content at random times during the day as I have time I’m changing to making scheduled posts at same time of day so content that I would have posted tomorrow will be created and scheduled for release on Friday and going forward content will be posted at same time each day – video content in the morning and non-video content in the afternoon