Where's My Perfect Gift, God?

Where's My Perfect Gift, God??

"Every good gift and every perfect ([a]free, large, full) gift is from above; it comes down from the Father of all [that gives] light, in [the shining of] Whom there can be no variation [rising or setting] or shadow cast by His turning [as in an eclipse]." -James 1:17 (AMP).

Did you know that you are God's gift?

There was a time where I was called to help a person, but they rejected my help. The "package" (me) wasn't wrapped the way they liked it. It was my sincere desire to help lighten their load, but I wasn't good enough. At least I thought...until I asked for release....God's words to me: "Daughter, you are a gift....everyone has the option to accept or reject a gift...just like they will choose to accept or reject my son, Jesus." And with that, I was released into peace.

Many complain about God does not send what is needed, but could it be that it was rejected?  Was it too old? Too young? Too tall? Too mouthy?

-You do NOT dictate the gift details to God; He chooses the person and/or details of your deliverance/provision. Jesus spit in some dirt and put it on a man's eyes for healing (John 9:6). Was that required? Probably not, but your job is to receive what you need.

~Get what you need no matter what it looks like!~

Be blessed!

It's in the Genes!

Some time ago my daughter was admiring the length and strength of my nails and said, "I wish my nails would grow like that..." I held my hands close to hers and said...you got it, know why? Cause it's in the genes baby! Now, they've grown long and strong...she came home the other day and told us that someone asked her if they were real- to which she replied, "of course, because it's in my genes!" Haha..

And so it is in the Kingdom of God. When we accept Him as our savior- we take on His spiritual DNA. Romans 8:14-15 tells us: "For as many as are led by the Spirit of God, they are the sons of God. For ye have not received the spirit of bondage again to fear; but ye have received the Spirit of adoption, whereby we cry, Abba, Father."

God's DNA gives us: holiness, righteousness, love, joy, peace, long suffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and temperance just to name a few.

So, when adversity comes your way- declare the power of God that lives on the inside of you. God's spiritual DNA transcends any boundaries and His unrelenting love is unconditional.

~What's in YOUR genes? I'm grateful for the spiritual DNA of God! ~

Keep Your Pearls

A few days ago...I was trying to explain (unsuccessfully) how God was repositioning me. I began to get frustrated, but realized that it was futile. This well meaning person just did not see that God's plan in this season is the OPPOSITE of conventional wisdom.

Wisdom has taught me that there are some moments in time where only the Lord understands or there is a very tight knit group of people who can relate. He doesn't ever leave us stranded or alone.

So, do not get frustrated- just look up and say "FORWARD!"  

Everyone wants to be understood..there's nothing wrong with that....Often, we operate out of the fact that we should be able to articulate what we're going through to any and everyone around us.....but sometimes being misunderstood ( and how its handled) is a part of the process of the deliverance to the next place.

No condemnation of yourself or others when misunderstood. Do not think you've slipped back into people pleasing or into dependency. It does not mean anything is wrong with YOU or THEM. It means that each person may be at different places in life.

The key is to recognize who is in your circle of understanding. The list is usually short. There are rare moments that it's just you and Jesus... I say rare because we are not islands unto ourselves.

Use wisdom. Just like pearls....time is precious. Use these situations to discern the difference and to learn how to focus on what has been set before you!

Be blessed on purpose!

‪#‎keepthepearls‬

A Life Lesson......Death comes for us all....

A Day In Life: After the sudden death of a cousin last week and my favorite aunt (her mom) in June...here's a few lessons I'd like to share with you:

1. No one knows the day or the hour...You do not know when your time is up. 

2. Prepare accordingly. Planning help reduce the stress in a situation that's inherently stressful. Well, as much as you can. Sometimes life doesn't fit into our neat little boxes. See number 3.

3. No bickering about what a person SHOULD have done. Decide whether you can, will, or should participate/contribute.  Stick to the task at hand and learn the lesson.

4. Have meaningful and communicative relationships. Stop putting off calls and always make sure that the ones you love know it.

5. Remember that life is short. Love hard. Live life. Play!  Have fun! Write that book. See that movie! Dance in the rain! Stop waiting for the "right time." There isn't one anyway.

God is Faithful

All: It is understandable to have heavy hearts....my mind flashed to my own sons who wear hoodies but are great children.

This could have been one of them easily.This justice system needs a complete overall..... Police can't even shoot an unarmed citizen....still not understanding why he didn't stay away as instructed by 911. But only the three of them know the real truth.

 It is my tearful prayer that the Martin family receives a supernatural peace that surpasses understanding. Only God knows the real truth. Thus as Kingdom citizens, we are called to pray for our loved ones and our enemies....

This should be our wake up call..if this is outrageous to you, then its time to be outraged about the murders within our own communities across this country. Take your communities back. Get active. Know where your children are. Go to schools and sit in classes. What positive action will you take in your outraged response to this trial?

Day by Day..

There are some seasons that are tougher than others. Often, He is teaching us to trust. In Him. Only. Exclusively. No plan other than His. 

It is during this season that He gives us just enough light for the step that we are currently standing on. Sometimes it's day by day or moment by moment. We have to surrender our issues, worries, & concerns to Him and let Him really be a place of rest for us. He wants it all!

Matthew 6:34 KJV "Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof."

Be blessed on purpose!

Moving Forward in the Storm

Move Forward! Last Friday, it was a rare morning where all of us were in the vehicle together. It was storming pretty bad here....complete with strong thunder and lightning. As we were going through the storm, it looked awful outside....I was singing and praying quietly.

Out loud, I said..."it's always like this....we're experiencing a tough storm right here, but we'll get to our destination and the sky will be clear with a kiss of sun across it." Next, I heard the Lord say..."And so it is in the spiritual as well..."

Do not let the storms of life distract you or deter you...keep moving through.......God keeps us in every situation....its tough, but temporary. He keeps us in valley and on the mountain top! He is more than able!

Look up.....Walk through.....Keep Moving forward!