Lesson 37 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 37
I pray your eyes remain on the promise and not on the problem, in Jesus’ name. #Amen.
There are times when things happen that prove so disappointing that it’s hard to keep your mind from rehearsing the words or images that seem forever imprinted but you will never put it behind you if you focus on it continually.
Whatever you focus on will magnify in your mind and heart. It can become so large that you can’t see an escape. Whenever problems become pervasive you must find a distraction. God’s promise is the best distraction to have. Replace the thought by meditating on the promise. Find a promise, like, “The Lord is my defense and shield” and begin thinking on what each word means. Consider how it applies in your life and even to your situation. Then begin thanking God, verbally, for being your “defense and shield” over the problem. Once you’ve managed thanksgiving, start giving praise. In other words, for the spirit of heaviness, you can turn it around when you put on the garment of praise. Isaiah 61:3
When you do, you’ll stop the power of the problem from progressing and you’ll welcome God to take His rightful place in your heart over worry, fear, anguish and torment. Don’t let your problems lord in your life. Jesus is Lord!
So lift up your eyes to the hills where your help comes from. And God will not only be very present, but He will show Himself strong on your behalf.
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