10/23/2023
In a world of insincerity and hypocrisy, we must choose to let God’s love arise in us. The Word tells us, we are to be wise as serpents and harmless as doves. Even when we know people are being kind from a place of deception or manipulation, we choose to sincerely love the truth of Christ. True love does not enable destructive, ungodly behaviors. Always remember: it’s up to us to share the truth, and it’s up to Holy Spirit to help people walk it out. We may hate what others choose to walk in, but we sincerely love them enough to speak the truth. We may get attacked and accused of being unloving. Remember: true love isn’t just going along with what you know to be unbiblical, it’s hating the sin and loving the person. Wow! We need to be fully “in Christ” to do that. “[Let your] love be sincere (a real thing); hate what is evil [loathe all ungodliness, turn in horror from wickedness], but hold fast to that which is good.” Romans 12:9 AMPC Thank You, Lord, for helping us first see what we need to hate in our own lives and trust You to help us change. Help us to cling to Your goodness in our lives. Let us be Your voice of love, to plant it in others. Blessings, as you let God’s love release His wisdom and balance into every situation you face. Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!
10/24/2023
When we focus on God’s great love, it keeps us in the place of His acceptance. When we know we are forgiven, loved, and accepted, we can deal with others from that same place. Even when we don’t deal with a situation properly, we can quickly repent and move in the right direction of peace and wisdom. As we let God’s love grow in us, it will produce relationships that foster honor and respect. Our desire should be: to bring, love, honor, and respect into every situation. “Be devoted to tenderly loving your fellow believers as members of one family. Try to outdo yourselves in respect and honor of one another.” Romans 12:10 TPT Lord, let our love flow freely, without fear of being hurt. Help us be Your instruments, producing honor and respect for You. Blessings, as you release God’s love to the family of God. Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!
10/25/2023
God’s Word tells us not to grow weary in doing what is good. Without an intimate, passionate relationship with God, we will become passive and serve God halfheartedly. In any relationship, when we start taking the other person for granted, we stop being grateful. We focus on everything we do and only see the negative things they do. In any relationship, we must choose to let God’s holy, passionate love stir us. Then, our focus will stay on the great and precious promises of God. This releases His empowerment to bring forth the change we need. Remember: our focus must first be on “our” relationship with God and what He wants us to do. Then, we are able to trust Him to take care of the situations that are trying to wear us out. “Be enthusiastic to serve the Lord, keeping your passion toward Him boiling hot! Radiate with the glow of the Holy Spirit and let Him fill you with excitement as you serve Him.” Romans 12:11 TPT Lord, serving You is truly an honor. Forgive us, where we have let weariness come in. Weariness tries to make us give up and not believe You for change. Thank You, for filling us with a passionate excitement as we serve You. Blessings, as you renew your thoughts upon His goodness and promises for every situation you face. Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!
10/26/2023
We are told in the Word to bless those who treat us nasty. Why does God instruct us to do this? If God is telling us to do what doesn’t make sense to our natural tendencies, it must be for our good. It must be something to produce freedom in our lives. When someone treats us cruelly, we can tend to let hurt and anger fester. This produces more hurt in our lives, leading to bondage. By choosing to quickly give the situation over to God, and speaking blessings and life, we do not give anyone power in our lives. We strip them of their ability to rob us of God’s peace and joy. If they are continually trying to make our lives difficult, we need to recognize who the real enemy is. Speak a blessing over the person. Declare they have an encounter with the love of God, changing their heart. Take authority and command the enemy to stop his attacks against you, in the NAME OF JESUS! “Bless those who persecute you [who are cruel in their attitude toward you]; bless and do not curse them.” Romans 12:14 AMPC Thank You, Lord, we are in You and have Your authority to break and cancel every word curse spoken against us. Thank You, Lord, we are so blessed in You. We don’t have to RECEIVE persecution coming from anyone. We choose Your prescription for walking in freedom. Blessings, as you bless all those who have ever persecuted you with the love of God, setting them free from the control of the enemy. Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!
10/27/2023
As we gather together with others, may our hearts be focused on glorifying and honoring God almighty. May His love and peace rule in our hearts, releasing wisdom and truth into all our encounters. We choose to let God arise and establish boundaries of honor and respect. We don’t always agree on everything, but we can respectfully share the truth, and allow Holy Spirit to bring that truth alive in others. With God’s wisdom, we can set boundaries of peace, and not permit dishonor or disrespect to enter our hearts, homes, or gatherings. Staying Christ-focused helps us release and abide in His perfect love, joy, and peace. “Now may God, the source of great endurance and comfort, grace you with unity among yourselves, which flows from your relationship with Jesus, the Anointed One. Then, with a unanimous rush of passion, you will with one voice glorify God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.” Romans 15:5-6 TPT Lord, as we gather with others, let Your wisdom empower us to magnify You, creating unity. Thank You for the fruit of the Spirit overwhelming our souls, causing our thoughts to focus on what is pure, good, and lovely. Blessings, as your homes are established with love, honor, joy, and peace. Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!
10/28/2023
In this season, may our main focus continually be upon giving all praise and glory to God. He is the One Who is able to empower us. We keep our minds focused on His loving kindness, which is displayed through all His promises. In times of challenge and difficulty, may His truth rise in us to proclaim His glory. It will drive out every lie and distraction of the enemy. Jesus came and brought us into perfect love, joy, and peace with our Heavenly Father. Now, we can choose to face every situation, being empowered by HIS Wisdom. We never face anything alone!! “I give all my praises and glory to the one who has more than enough power to make you strong and keep you steadfast through the promises found in the wonderful news that I preach; that is, the proclamation of Jesus, the Anointed One. This wonderful news includes the unveiling of the mystery kept secret from the dawn of creation until now.” Romans 16:25 TPT Thank You, Lord, that we are learning how to walk in the fullness of Your promises every day. Help us put more importance on Your Word, than any other report we may hear. Blessings, as God’s promises come alive in you! Love y’all, but remember: JESUS LOVES YOU MORE!!!