ORACLES - Lesson 3

Lessons 3 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 3

“Every minute counts. Manage your time so decisions come from the mouth of God and not the haste of flesh.”

Time waits for no person and with every passing moment each of us has an opportunity to maximize or squander the days, hours and minutes given. We can choose an emotional response to life and wonder where the time went, or we can invite God to help us navigate through life so that every moment counts for something.

I have found the best way to maximize time is to make God first no matter how limited or constrained time is. Whether in the morning before departing for the day or in pursuing dreams and goals, if you will stop to acknowledge God in all of your ways, He truly will direct your steps (Proverbs 3:6) so that you are using your time efficiently and making the most of every moment.

Joseph had a vision that seemed delayed, yet he obtained the promise because he put God first. (Genesis 37) Joshua put God first and obtained the promise at eighty-five years old stronger than before (Joshua 14:9-11). Personally, I have seen my time redeemed after waking up late in the morning, and I’ve also experienced restoration of time as opportunities that I thought were lost, were presented to me, all because I put God first.

First, I sought after Him in the morning. First, I honored Him with my life and my gift. And, first, I inquired of Him before the counsel of man. He has been first. And because He was first, He has shown me great favor. Which means, I have no doubt that He will also show you great favor when you put Him first in your life.

With the decision to put God first He leads, He guides, He provides, He restores, He promotes, He honors, He reveals, He strengthens, and He redeems time. When you put God first, you should also prepare to be amazed!