Let Go & Let God

For which cause we faint not; but though our outward man perish, yet the inward man is renewed day by day. 2 Corinthians 4:16 KJV

*Sometimes I feel like fainting...Not on God, but with everything that needs to be done, or sometimes I just want to give up on things that have not arrived yet. Hope deferred makes the heart sick,  but the moment the sickness wants to arise, I ask God to help me. He gives me strength. I even become weary  with His people because it is tiring to understand everyone, but you aren't always uplifted or poured into.  All that is a distraction from the positivity in my life, and the relationship I have with God. Taste and see that God is good, and He carries us through.

His Will, Not My Way

James 4:2 (NIV)

You desire but do not have, so you kill. You covet but you cannot get what you want, so you quarrel and fight. You do not have because you do not ask God.

*God spoke volumes in this verse today, highlighting all the efforts we put forth to obtain what we want while never doing the simplest method of all: Asking Him. Think about it: We overwork ourselves, over think, whine when others obtain what we desire, cry, formulate plans of action, try new methods, but we often don't adequately run things by the Father to first see if it is even His will or discuss how should we really go about obtaining our desires. Look at how much turmoil and unnecessary strains we put ourselves through, when all we have to do is just ask Him and wait to be guided. At times, we even cause unnecessary hardship to come upon ourselves because we don't wait long enough. God also wants us to be specific, but ask Him if our specifications are in line with His word, will, and way. Save yourself the drama and extras by learning to live with His guidance and talking to Him, rather than living and learning the hard way. Please, pray for each other in this area. I know I have fought unnecessarily hard enough, and I hope you have too.

If God Be For You...

Luke 12:4-5 (ESV)

"I tell you, my friends, do not fear those who kill the body, and after that have nothing more that they can do. But I will warn you whom to fear: fear him who, after he has killed, has authority to cast into hell. Yes, I tell you, fear him!

*Have you ever heard someone say that people don't have a heaven or hell to put you in? Well, it's literally true.. No matter how people treat you, see you, or regardless to what occurs they do not have any authority over your spirit and life unless you allow them to...Your major influencer is God, who has ALL power and authority. If we start recognizing who has the power vs who we choose to give power to, then it may cause you to fear less and care more about what matters to God verses what matters to humans. Yes, love and represent well; however, do it in the name of the Father and not in the name of influencing the perception of others. Allow God to take care of the rest...After all, humans are on the same level and put their pants on like you do...God is on another level that can set you a part from unnecessary distractions and things designed to take you out sooner, if you let it.

Seek Wisdom

1 Corinthians 1:25-26New International Reader's Version (NIRV)

25 The foolish things of God are wiser than human wisdom. The weakness of God is stronger than human strength.

26 Brothers and sisters, think of what you were when God chose you. Not many of you were considered wise by human standards. Not many of you were powerful. Not many of you belonged to important families.

*Trusting in God and allowing Him to guide you every step of the way is always wiser then trying to figure things out on your own or with the wrong counsel. You may find yourself going in a circle, seeing the same circumstance, and having a tough time moving forward. You were never meant to go through life alone... The Holy Spirit was sent as comfort and for guidance. Think on where you were/are in your current state by not being saved...Now, think on how far your own thoughts or those not sent by God have taken you. Lastly, ask yourself whether the world's ability has helped accomplish more then God's ability, knowledge, and support....Stop beating a dead horse or seeking your needs or guidance from the wrong individuals, including yourself. Allow God to edify your thoughts, guide you through your situation, and help you rearrange your circle. Are your own capabilities, habits, and assumptions really helping you better yourself?

The Bigger They Are, The Harder They Fall

Nahum 1:7-9 (ESV)

7 The Lord is good,
a stronghold in the day of trouble;
he knows those who take refuge in him. 8 But with an overflowing flood
he will make a complete end of the adversaries, and will pursue his enemies into darkness.
9 What do you plot against the Lord?
He will make a complete end;
trouble will not rise up a second time.

*We are considered to be in the "last days," or the days of trouble...What was once deemed good by the word is now condemned to be wrong according to the world, and what is considered wrong according to the word is now justified in the world. God is not pleased, and it is a sign of the end of days, but we can still find comfort in Him and direction on how to love and win back His people. Keep in mind that no matter what it looks like, God will still wins...I don't care if all hell breaks lose, just keep in mind that our God never fails and the larger the adversity, the greater the fall of the enemy. This is a time for us to band together rather then tackle things separately. Remember, there is strength in numbers and clarity with the correct advisers and companionship that God has sent you...

Cast Your Concerns on HIM

When I have concerns and ask myself, "Did I really do that, eat that, try that, go there, connect with that?" I just fess up and be like "Yes, I did."  However, it is not like I can go back and make changes or add to the moment.  Therefore, there is no need to worry about it bc it is over and done with and lost in time, so realize what u did and do better from that moment forward...

Luke 12:25 ESV
And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?

Casting Away Concern to Solidify Peace

John 14:27 KJV
King James Version

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth , give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid...

*The peace offered by the world is often temporary, and can come with strings attached be it a financial quick fix that often leads to more debt or an inconclusive end; a connection that is short lived and unmanageable; or unfulfillment leaving u with dissatisfaction and in search for more. God wants to remind u that He is not the author of confusion (1 Corinthians 14:33); therefore, when He provides peace it is everlasting regardless to our situation or circumstance as long as u turn to Him. He is waiting for us to cast our cares upon Him, which will empower you with the ability to not be moved by anything we go through (Psalm 55:22). That fear or anxiety that we feel, whether we voice it or not, provides leeway for the devil to creep in and attach himself to our situation. Let's work on standing strong, being truly accepting to the promises of Christ, and holding on to those promises to get out of cycles and be an example for others.