devotionals
October 2020
“Abide in me, and I in you, As the branch cannot bear fruit of itself, except it abide in the vine; no more can ye, except ye abide in me.”
John 15:5
“My Precious One,
I’ve planted success within you.
When you find it difficult to connect with me, pay attention! This is the result of allowing your drive for achievement to get out of to get out of balance. Remember…I promised to never leave you which means I haven’t gone anywhere!
Don’t get ahead of yourself and my will.
I’m always saying something…even in moments (and seasons) of silence. Lean in and I’ll prepare you for the days ahead.
There are many ways to your destination…but remember, I know the most blessed route.
Hold your dreams loosely by making room in your heart (and life) for my upgrades. Let me enlarge your capacity to contain them.
Big dreams need a big God and when self-motivation leads, you’re on the road of resistance, shunting off divine favor.”
September 2020
“And if Christ be in you, the body is dead because of sin; but the Spirit is life because of righteousness.”
Romans 8:10
“My Precious One,
When you opened your heart to mine, didn’t I bring freedom and light? This is because wherever I’m invited, my abundant life banishes death.
It’s crucial to remember that embracing familiarity stunts your progress for I only go as far as you permit.
Let my breath of life infuse places numbed by hopelessness. Remain open so I’m able to revive every lifeless place you give me access to. My death made the abundant life a reality for you to grasp—not just something to dream about.”
August, 2020
“On the evening of the first day of the week, when the disciples were together, with the door locked for fear of the Jews, Jesus came and stood among them and said, “Peace be with you!” John 20:19
My Precious One,
No matter the trials you face, I’m more real than any of them.
When your world is caving in, shut the door of every distraction. Call out my name, Jehovah Shalom.
My answer will be relevant to your ‘now’. I am Jehovah Rapha (your Healer), Jehovah Nissi (Your Victor), Jehovah Yireh (your Provider) and Jehovah Raah (your Shephard).
Call on each name (as needed) for I long to fill your life with the reality of my presence and the very essence of who I am. Within me, beats the heart of a loving father, a good brother and an the amazing lover of your soul…for I long to be your everything.”
July 2020
“Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things unseen.” Hebrews 11:1
My Precious One,
Deep within your heart, I’ve planted seeds of restlessness. This was purposeful, meant to draw you to…myself.
My still, small voice beckons a pressing into your higher calling.
You are my new creation, for which I do a new thing. This means the dreams that once motivated you can no longer satisfy the longings of your soul.
Be brave! Be adventurous!
Move in the direction of my voice and as you do, I’ll replace dissatisfaction with…hope. I’ll activate your faith to believe fresh dreams; a deeper, more purposeful way of life.
Your doubts and fears build a wall between the reality you’re familiar with and the mysterious future I’ve reserved just for you!
Demolish that wall by choosing to believe me; only then will you enjoy wonderful-filled treasures and adventures, available to many but enjoyed by few.”
June 2020
“But God demonstrates His own love toward us, in that while we were still sinners, Christ died for us.”
Romans 5:8
“My Precious One,
Gifts are never about payment. Attempting to earn good standing cheapens love’s benevolence, twisting endowments into transaction!
Ask yourself, “Am I lacking because I can’t receive? Do I have humility to accept?
Don’t allow shame or pride to hinder love’s redemptive power. It takes bravery to humbly accept but remember…the meek inherit my best.”
May 2020
“For since the beginning of the world men have not heard, nor perceived by the ear, neither hath the eye seen, O God, beside thee, what He hath prepared for him that waiteth for Him.” Isaiah 64:4
“My Precious One,
Just as I formed you in the womb with great intention and purpose, I’ve made eternal space for those dreams in your heart.
When you’re unable to see past the circumstances before you, this is your invitation to come sit with me. Not only will I remind you of the wider, truer perspective, I’ll give you motivation and vigor to stand your ground in the midst of (temporary) suffering.
You were not created for this world. You were created for me.
Remember, this world is not your home, I am.”