Lesson 23 of 90
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.
LESSON 23
“There is nothing wrong with a small work. Little can indeed be much if God is in it.”
There is always work to be done in the local church, and while the work is noble, because it’s an offering to God, it is very much challenging at times because it’s also impassioned volunteer work. So cherished is the desire to serve that many have substituted their relationship with God for their works; and in affect, have allowed conflict and controversy to spoil the sincerity of heart.
One of the main issues I have noticed is when gifts, talents and assignments are compared, even rivaled, with other people who also have a heart to serve. Somehow the collision of personalities always drives one person away from the very thing that honors God and brings great joy to their lives. I’m bringing it to your attention so you are not deceived. Your service does not have to become a competition with others, nor should it replace your relationship with God or His people. Always keep in mind why you serve and for whom you work.
God is the reason you began serving, singing, giving and doing, and He should continue to be the focus even when others are less than committed, difficult to work with, or just resistant to who you are and what you offer. Whether their response is due to jealousy, intimidation, personal issues or just plain meanness, your initial reason in doing the work, was God, and your goal in continuing the work should be also be, God.
It’s easy to walk away at the first sign of conflict but “If you faint in the day of adversity, your strength is small.” (Proverbs 24:10) Certainly no one likes to work amidst struggle, but the very fact that you’re there means you’ve got the grace to maintain and manage whatever God has called you to or put in your heart to do!
You can be an aroma offering to God or just as foul as the one you find hard to get along with. Keep your perspective! “[F]or God is not unjust to forget your work and labor of love which you have shown toward His name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and do minister.” (Hebrews 6:10)
Keep looking to the Lord as you serve with gladness of heart.
Thank you!! 🙏🏾