Lesson 53 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 53
Compliments are always nice as they affirm something about ourselves that we celebrate, casually acknowledge, or are oblivious to. It’s flattering to hear remarks that celebrate and encourage who we are or what we do. In most instances positive sentiment reinforces the esteem of the purest heart.
Interestingly enough, I have also seen where too many compliments turn the most timid into the most conceited and the most pure into the most puffed up, all without warning. I remember having a psalmist minister in our church many years ago, and though supremely gifted, the attitude and behavior, which I presume came from the many compliments given, was the very thing that changed my overall opinion of them. In the same way, you may be gifted or beautiful, but doors are shut because the compliments are no longer serving to better you.
You are beautiful. You are talented. You are smart. You are funny. You are strong. You are anointed. I love your hair. You are a wonderful person. You’re so gifted. You are the sharpest person known. You are enjoyable. You are sweet. You are necessary. These words are true but we all must ensure they are not the words that erode humility and sincerity of heart, and ultimately limit forward movement or cause our downfall.
God knows every quality about you that others compliment. He even knows qualities within you that have yet to be revealed. He made you! Which is why everything we are and all that we have is for His glory! Which means responding to people with “thank you” is befitting but keeping perspective is vital.
Live with confidence while receiving compliments with a grain of salt. Confidence doesn’t deny the blessing but it also doesn’t gloat or boast. Rather, when you’re confident, you balance grace, sureness and focused determination whether people compliment you or not, because you know it’s God’s doing—and you’re just walking in it! [snap snap]
You are smart, intelligent, beautiful and a host of other adjectives, but recognize who made you. When you do that, you are being meek. And God promises, “the meek shall inherit the earth, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.” (Psalm 37:11, Matthew 5:5) Modesty and humility make for a great combination in life!
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