We are to die to ourself, daily. We are to give up what does not belong in us, give up to that which does not fit who we are. We are to let go of the flesh . . . daily.

When you let go of those things that doesn’t fit who you are, it may seem like you’re losing, but you are actually winning.

Trust God. You can never lose with Him.

Luke 9:23 (KJV) – and he said to them all, if any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow me.

Philippians 1:21 (KJV) – for to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.

Philippians 3:14 (KJV) – I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

We are quick to presume the end result based on what we see. That’s because, we are easily lead to believe in what we see, quicker than believing in the word of God.

Scripture tell us to trust God whole heartily, and not to go by our own understanding. God is always working things out behind the scenes.

Faith is trusting in God’s word, which is truth, rather than trusting in what you see.

Psalm 118:8 (KJV) – it is better to trust in the Lord than to put confidence in man.

Proverbs 3:5 (KJV) – trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding.

Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) – now faith is the substance of things hope for, the evidence of things not seen.

When we add salt to our food it changes the taste. We as believers, are the salt of the earth, and we are to be adding flavor to the lives around us.

Although we are not of this world, we are in the world, and need to add salt to our surroundings. Therefore, change your culture with your testimonies. Be the salt which you were called to be.

Matthew 5:13 (KJV) – ye are the salt of the earth: but if the salt have lost his savour, wherewith shall it be salted? it is thenceforth good for nothing, but to be cast out, and to be trodden under foot of men.

Giving yourself praise is not meant for you to do, but for someone else to praise you.

Proverbs 27:2 (KJV) – let another man praise thee, and not thine own mouth; a stranger, and not thine own lips.

There’s a reason when it seems something is blocking what we’re trying to accomplish. When that happens, we just have to be still. More often, it’s God working behind the scenes, arranging the details to reveal his plan.

Our plans are not always the best plans for us. Anything that is in God’s plan for us, He will see it through. Nothing will stop it. It’s an opportunity for Him to demonstrate His power and love for us.

Trust God and know that he will see you through.

Psalm 46:10 (KJV) – be still, and know that I am God: I will be exalted among the heathen, I will be exalted in the earth.

Psalm 71:1 (KJV) – in thee, O Lord, do I put my trust: let me never be put to confusion.

Where is your faith? Does man give you faith? Is it more in man, or in God? Who do you believe in?

We will follow what we believe. Who are you following?

Romans 10:17 (KJV) – so then faith cometh by hearing, and hearing by the word of God.

I Corinthians 2:5 (KJV) – that your faith should not stand in the wisdom of men, but in the power of God.

Hebrews 12:2 (KJV) – looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith; who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.

When others are wrong, it’s not always meant for us to say something to the other person. We dont always have to wear our religious police uniform, pulling out our conviction badge every single time someone is wrong. Some things are not meant for us to speak on. Maybe there’s a lesson in it that was meant for us.

We dont have to be the “hero” for fleshly glory. Nowhere in the scriptures does it say; to you be the glory. We are to let God move in and through us, in love, and to magnify Him, giving him the glory.

There’s a time to speak, and there’s a time to keep silent. Let God touch your heart, as well as the other person, and He will tell you if, and when to speak. God will touch their heart to reveal their wrong in a way you could not have, and in his timing.

To God be the glory!

Ecclesiastes 3:1,7 (KJV) – to every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven. A time to rend, and a time to sew, a time to keep silence, and a time to speak.

Jude 25 (KJV) – to the only wise God our Saviour, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and ever. Amen.

The words we speak, should exhibit our actions. Although it will never be 100%, do what you say you’re going to do. It wouldn’t hurt to be more than, than less than.

Psalm 19:14 (KJV) – let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight O Lord, my strength, and my redeemer.

People will have their conclusion over your life. Whether out of sincerity, or not. But know that people do not have the last word over you, God does.

God is bigger than anything and anyone.  No one can speak a word over God’s word. If it’s not in God’s plan for you, it will not come to pass. 

Know the word of God to know what God has in mind for you. Speak His promises over your life.  God’s word is the final word.

Jeremiah 29:11 (KJV) – for I know the thoughts that I think toward you, saith the Lord, thoughts of peace, and not of evil, to give you an expected end.

Do you need validation from others to make you feel worthy?

You don’t have to be validated by anyone to say who you are, prove who you are, or prove your worth to anyone.  Know who you are! Let God exalt you. You don’t need it from someone else, or for self-satisfaction.

What others think of you does not change your value of who you are. Don’t give your value to someone else, by living your life based on the way they see you. People will dislike you without a cause. Some people won’t like you, or don’t want to approve of you because of something within themselves, therefore, trying to project it on you.

Feel good about yourself! Be confident in you! God doesn’t make mistakes. You are valuable to God, fearfully and wonderfully made. God has your best interest at heart. He is always thinking about you, and He wants the best for you!  Carry yourself with confidence, and know that you are:

• Loved
• Beautiful
• Handsome
• Valuable
• The apple of God’s eye

Everything God made is perfect in it’s form. You’re approval is from God, for he sees you as a MASTERPIECE! And you should too!

I Peter 5:6 (KJV) – humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, that he may exalt you in due time.

I John 4:19 (KV) – we love him, because he first loved us.

Zechariah 2:8 (KJV) – for thus saith the Lord of hosts; After the glory hath he sent me unto the nations which spoiled you: for he that toucheth you toucheth the apple of his eye.

Ephesians 2:10 (KJV) – for we are his workmanship, created in Christ Jesus unto good works, which God hath before ordained that we should walk in them.