Lesson 30 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 30
Don’t base your success on someone else’s failure. God can do it for you if you base your success on His promise.
Too often we disqualify ourselves from what God has made possible because of what happened to someone else. For instance, many dismiss marriage because of the failure of so many others. Some won’t go to a doctor because of what happened to someone else. And still, there are those who won’t pursue a goal because it didn’t work out well for a friend. Decisions like these keep you from having God’s best!
The failings in someone else’s life should not be the measuring cup for what God has for your life! Don’t limit your options when you don’t know the circumstances or position of faith within those who tried and failed. Anything you dream, desire or strive towards is possible! You don’t know the plans God has for you and you’ll only find out when you try! Or, try again!
God’s promise is the only standard you need to determine your success. And His Word says, you can do all things through Christ (Philippians 4:13); that He’s commanded the blessing on the work of your hands (Deuteronomy 28:12); that His favor lasts a lifetime (Psalm 30:5); and He gives grace and glory (Psalm 84:11); even more, whenever you commit your ways to Him, He shall bring it to pass (Psalm 37:5). Now, don’t just shout about it, believe it!
And if you’re determined to follow someone, then Paul exhorts, follow or “imitate” those who through faith and patience inherit the promises of God. (Hebrews 6:12) Find those who are already where you aspire, those who know how to attain and use their success as a template or pattern for your hopes and dreams.
Success is possible with the right mind!
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