More Of You, Less Of Me

He must become greater; I must become less. John 3:30

Today our culture seems to be self absorbed all about me. Social media screams, “look at me!” Knowing that how as a follower of God should you react in a self centered society?

Dying to self is a phrase also found in the Word of God. Putting another’s comforts before your own. It is in at least five verses I found. 

Think about things before you post on social media. What are you trying to achieve? Are there times you give God the glory and not yourself? 

PRAYER: Today I want to step aside and say father help me step down from the self throne. Guard my heart from boasting. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Pause

“But Jesus often withdrew to lonely places and prayed.”Luke‬ ‭5‬:‭16‬ ‭

Do you ever make yourself just be still or do you flit from one thing to the next with no down time? In this down time do you out your phone aside and just pause?

Jesus knew the importance of being still. In scripture it speaks of Him going to a lonely place and praying. There is great benefit to that practice both spiritually and emotionally. This lonely or quiet place as it is referred to can be a park bench in a safe area where you can actually pray out loud if you so desired.

Take time to declutter your mind from random thinking and give space to the Almighty.  You will find making this a regular practice can help you in a big way to know God is hearing you and whatever your concerns are He has them. Just be still.

PRAYER: Today I thank you for stillness. I thank you even in the noise of life there are places to go and find peace and rest. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Through

 "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you go through the rivers, they will not overwhelm you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be scorched; the flames will not set you ablaze." Isaiah 43:2

 

The word through means you won’t be somewhere forever but there is light at the end of the tunnel or the end is coming. 

So my friend don’t become overwhelmed by a giant problem in your path but know if you have been praying and seeking God for answers you are going to make it!!

Through means you are not stuck there which is a hopeful wonderful thing. 

PRAYER: I am grateful for all challenges that come my way to help me get exercise for my spiritual muscles. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

Footholds

“In your anger do not sin”[a]: Do not let the sun go down while you are still angry, and do not give the devil a foothold.” Ephesians 4:27-27 NIV Bible Gateway Do you have anyone on your prayer list you are praying God would break the enemies stronghold or foothold on their life? Often times when a person is away from Lord he or she can’t see the error of their ways as the enemy blinds them to the truth. A foothold for those who rock climb would be a secure place that is found to put their foot on their way to the top. Spiritually speaking the enemy may be needing his foothold broken on your life or life of a loved one. Be still. Have faith. Trust God. Believe. PRAYER: Thanks for protecting me from the traps of Satan. I pray for anyone I may know being deceived to have a believer cross their path to help lead them back. In Jesus’ name. Amen. #BG2

You Are Somebody!

I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Psalm 119:14

Never forget that God made you special. As the Saturday Night Live comic character Stuart Smalley of the 80’s used to say “I’m good enough, smart enough , and gosh darn it people like me.” It may sound funny but it is true. 

Satan is the one who wants to make you compare yourself to others and make you feel your life doesn’t matter. He has been the one who has whispered into a persons ear before they pull the trigger and kill themselves  that they don’t matter and no one loves them. All lies. 

Keep your mind focused on things above. If you are unfamiliar with the Bible just read the Psalms or go to the New Testament and start reading Ephesians. If you don’t own a Bible private message me I will buy one for you. The thing is you have to stop listening to negativity and start knowing that God loves you!! 

PRAYER: Today Lord I thank you for my life and thank you for giving me gifts to help others. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Fasting From Being Right All The Time

 "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger." Proverbs 15:1 

I heard a very funny joke on one of my favorite Christian radio shows and it went like this. A husband and wife were arguing about the pronunciation of a town they were passing through. The husband decided to pull over and ask a business in the community to tell his wife slowly and plainly how to say the name of the place where they were . The clerk behind the counter slowly says BURGER KING. 

What is it in our human nature that wants to be right? It is better to not get into a battle with a person but just let it go because it is not a major thing being decided. Who really cares? 

Fasting is usually seen as a way to draw closer to God. In this respect if you are not trying to always be right and asking God to help you that is a way to give up that personality type to pursue peace. 

PRAYER: Forgive me when my selfish nature has tried to prove my point. Help me let things go. In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Stand Firm

 “Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain” .1 Corinthians 15:58

Are you standing firm by this I mean are there convictions you hold deep and you won’t compromise to this culture? 

The Bible is your guidebook for life and isn’t just a rule book but is a way to daily give you strength to stand up for what is right and true around you. There may come a time when it is your voice against the world, then what? 

The truth sets you free. Many are deceived and following false gods, lifestyles, religions and so forth and this is part of Satan’s trap to get people to deny God and go after worldly pleasures. If you get grounded in the Word you will be able to stand firm when the enemy attacks and he will attack. Don’t be scared just get into the Bible and start memorizing some key scriptures to help you fight your battle. 

PRAYER: Help me Lord to always cover my family in prayer whether they are physically with me or not. Also Lord protect our schools from evil and keep me centered and focused so I can stand strong in any battle. In Jesus’ name. Amen. 

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