Surround yourself with like-minded people. Your inner circle should reflect who you want to be and where you want to go. Make sure that those who are walking with you are headed in the same direction, so you don’t get tangled up or trip and fall. Stay the course! ADaubon
Love prospers when a fault is forgiven, but dwelling on it separates close friends. Prov. 17:9 (NLT) In every relationship there will be times when those you love may miss the mark. There is no perfect person, so mistakes and misunderstandings are inevitable. Often, we personalize the actions of others when in reality they may have triggered an unmet need from someplace else or there are some unresolved issues that needs to be addressed. Sometimes individuals are authentically trying to love you, but they need to learn how to love you better. Dwelling in the past hinders us from moving forward. There is no friendship or relationship that can prosper where there is no grace. Consider extending forgiveness towards others, because unforgiveness keeps you anchored to that which you are unwilling to let go. Release it so your connections can be strengthened and grow. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
Don’t let anyone look down on you because you are young, but set an example for the believers in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith and in purity. 1 Timothy 4:12 (NIV) In this text Paul encourages Timothy to walk in his calling without being hindered by what others think or say about him. This is a reminder to us to not let anyone look down on you for any reason. When God called you, He didn’t need permission from anyone. Others’ opinions didn’t matter to Him, and it shouldn’t matter to you. He frequently uses unsuspecting individuals to do great things. Do not allow the words of others to get you down or hold you back. Believe in God’s ability to accomplish His plans in you and through you. Stay the course and live as one who is chosen by God. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
Those who trust in the Lord are like Mount Zion, which cannot be shaken but endures forever. As the mountains surround Jerusalem, so the Lord surrounds his people both now and forevermore. Psalm 125:1-3 (NIV) Firmly believe in God’s ability and strength, then walk as one who is covered under the shadow of the Almighty. No matter what you go through remember God is your protector, Elohim Shomri. He is a shield around us that safeguards us from all harm. Place your trust in Him and don’t waiver in your faith. Know that the Lord is concerned about all that you are going through. He is faithful to be a shield around you, so the fiery darts of the enemy will not penetrate you. Though attacks will come, remember you are steadily secured by the Savior. Have no fear and do not fret. God hasn’t failed you yet. He hasn’t and never will. Remain steadfast in your faith and be still. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
He gives power to the weak, and to those who have no might He increases strength. Isaiah 40:29 (NKJV) Do you feel like you are losing your stamina physically, emotionally and mentally? Are your responsibilities and life obligations causing you to feel drained and completely overwhelmed? Have you been pouring out so much that you are running on reserve? God is the antidote to all your ailments and the answer to all your concerns. He gives you rest from your frustrations and hope when you feel hopeless. When you are tired and feel like you just can’t go on, He will give you all that you need to keep pressing forward. When you are feeling weak, He revives and restores your power. Find solace in knowing that God will sustain and keep you during the lowest times in your life. Rely on Him to meet you right where you are today. Stay encouraged, He will be your strength. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
For who is God besides the Lord? And who is the Rock except our God? It is God who arms me with strength and keeps my way secure. He makes my feet like the feet of a deer; he causes me to stand on the heights. 2 Samuel 22: 32-34 (NIV) God is Yahweh Tsuri (Zsu-REE), which means the Lord is my rock. He is the firm foundation on which we stand. He causes us to rise above all our circumstances. Like a deer we will be able to climb up the rockiest situations and swiftly escape every person, place or thing that tries to keep us bound. In God we find our safety and our strength. His grace is sufficient, and He gives us power when we are weak. As we meditate on the verse of the week, be encouraged that God does not leave you defenseless or ill-equipped. He prepares you and covers you to overcome everything that comes your way. Stand on the rock and walk in victory. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
The Lord appeared to him from far away. I have loved you with an everlasting love; therefore, I have continued my faithfulness to you. Jeremiah 31:3 (NRSV) We are approaching February 14th, a very popular day when many dote on those they love. It can be a day that some celebrate or a day that others dread. As believers we can celebrate at all times, for there is a love like none other that is available to all of us. When we fully understand the depth of this love we can walk in joy and experience a sense of fulfillment every day of the year, no matter what holiday the world has to offer. This love will travel the distance to reach us and fill every void in our heart. A love that is the most intimate and reliable relationship you will ever experience. A love that is unchangeable, unshakable, unwavering and unconditional. This is the everlasting love of God. As we meditate on the verse of the week know that you are loved more than you could ever imagine, and His love will not fail. Embrace it! Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you. Psalm 32:8 (NIV) Each day we are faced with decisions to make. Often, we toil over which way to go. We seek advice from friends or companions who are unaware of God’s plans for us. We rely on our own reasoning, which is sometimes influenced by past experiences and hidden fears. Try seeking God first for clarity and direction. When we rely on God for guidance He will lead us to the right door, divine opportunities and the path that was uniquely designed for us. It takes great faith to lean not on your own understanding and trust God’s sovereign instructions. Seek to be in the will of God. Take heed of His counsel. He loves you and will not lead you astray. He will guide you with a loving eye. As we meditate on the verse of the week, remember in all your planning, plan to trust God. Allow Him to lead the way. May God give you discernment as you seek Him for direction. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
But when the Father sends the Advocate as my representative—that is, the Holy Spirit—he will teach you everything and will remind you of everything I have told you. John 14:26 (NLT) There is no greater navigator of life than the Holy Spirit that dwells within us. Rely upon the Spirit to guide and direct you. He will lead you into all truth. Through the Holy Spirit the mysteries of God’s word are revealed. By the Holy Spirit we are empowered to walk in its truth. Let the Holy Spirit nurture and mature you to produce good fruit in your life. As we meditate on the verse of the week, let us celebrate God’s presence within us. Then walk in the power of the Spirit that runs deep like an ocean and never runs dry. Let’s go and grow together. ADaubon
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