ORACLES - Lesson 20

Lesson 20 of 90

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I can count on one hand the number of times anyone has given me a prophetic word. And because it is so rare, I remember, almost verbatim what the prophet or those working in the prophetic gifting have shared with me. The second word I received in my life was my position in the body of Christ as an Oracle. At the time I wondered what that meant, later in life I wondered when I would start.

Then came social media and I found it to be the perfect platform to speak to my children the words of wisdom that I think are important, the words I want to reiterate, and the words that I know they’ll appreciate later in life if not today—and social media was the perfect indirect approach.

What I didn’t realize is how many people would find short prayers and reminders of life beneficial. If my children never responded or reposted what they read for them, countless others did! You see, initially, I thought social media was in and of itself a gigantic waste of valuable time. What I didn’t realize was, herein was the forum God would use to speak into lives as an oracle.

I found out much later that my natural children were glancing at posts while others were benefiting. With this in mind, I wanted to capture what would expire over time into something my children, and you, could reference forever.

Some of the sayings you may have heard before and others you may have known but never really considered. Regardless, my prayer is that you enjoy each page, as I’m direct, facetious and principled. Just know I speak from the heart of a mother with good intentions towards you.

Let the read bless your life and know little tweaks here and there, or a complete overhaul in personality can make the difference in having a fulfilled existence or a life denied of the many benefits available to you as a believer.

Now, the Words of an Oracle...

Dear Woman,

Like the Apostles wrote letters to the early church, these are the posts I made on social media and elaborated as a letter just for you. They are designed to inspire and provoke you to be, do and have everything God intended for your life. Some days are a reminder, others are an admonishment, but each day is designed to encourage you.

Sometimes we just need to be encouraged. We can know the Truth and know what’s right, but a reminder is always refreshing. This devotional is designed to be just that—refreshing.

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LESSON 20

Keep short accounts!

There are events in life that are easy to replay over and over again in the mind. If you think of something long enough you can burst into laughter, succumb to tears or find offense all over again. Somehow the images are so vivid it is as if we’re reliving the moment. It is literally an instant replay that locks us into our thoughts. The sad part is too many stay locked behind a world of shame, outrage and offense rather than the life giving memories also etched in the memory bank. For whatever the reason, people migrate towards the pity, pain and offense of life instead of the freedom made possible through Christ.

This is a sad reality because each time you rehearse offense you limit your own possibilities. Cain’s future was sidetracked because he was enslaved to his offense. He heard from God, but he was just unwilling to just let – it – go. Like a festering sore that became infected Cain let the offense fester until he was cut out. The same is true for you. If you let offense grip you, you risk being cut out of God’s ultimate promise. Jesus said, “if you do not forgive, neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.” (Mark 11:25-26)

An infection affects the entire body while emitting a terrible smell. In the same way, when you harbor offense, your overall wellbeing is affected and the aura around you keeps people at bay. You can’t enjoy relationships and others can’t enjoy you. And, that’s no way to live your life.

You may have been offended, and with good reason, you’re angry. But, don’t give in to resentment and bitterness. Rather, set boundaries where necessary and love God and yourself enough to be authentically you: You may have to cry once or twice, but overall let offense roll off of your back and keep on laughing. You may have to redefine some relationships but keep being friendly and accessible to others. You may feel derision but be obedient to God and forgive by faith. Freely you have received, freely give. Give the grace needed to overlook offense and walk in the freedom that comes through Jesus Christ.

Choose to have your peace everyday, get your rest every night, and live your life to the fullest.