Choose to Praise

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Belief, Blessings, Choice, Comfort, Fellowship, Focus, God's Faithfulness, God's Love, God's Presence, Gratitude, Hope, Joy, Listening to God, Peace, Praise, Provision, Rest, Thankfulness, Thoughts, Trusting God

Psalm 63:3-4 “Because your love is better than life, my lips will glorify you.⁴ I will praise you as long as I live, and in your name I will lift up my hands.” (NIV)

Child – Praise is the key to living a joyful, victorious life. It is always a choice to either look at your circumstances or to the One who loves you and promises to be with you through all things.

No, life in your earthsuit is not easy. You’ve been “sold a bill of goods” by the enemy that can set you up for disappointment and confusion. He tells you that once you are saved, you can expect everything in your life to go smoothly. That is one of his biggest lies!

The only expectation that you can truly count on is the one that tells you I love you and am always with you. We will walk through life’s blessings and challenges together. Yes, you will face trouble, but be of good cheer for I have overcome the world and I live in you.

Live everyday life fully dependent upon Me. I will enable you to rejoice and overcome. Keep focused on Me despite whatever you are facing. And be assured that you will make it through with Me by your side.

Choose to praise Me in the circumstance and watch how your heart will be filled with peace instead of anxiety. I promise – and my Word is true!

I love you, child. Trust Me.

Abba

John 16:33; Matthew 28:20; Philippians 4:6-7

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Not In Vain

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1 Corinthians 15:58b “Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain.“(NIV)

Child – Nothing you do for Me is in vain. Even small gestures such as gentle words and loving thoughts are powerful works. As you seek my face and heart, I empower all you do. I am your motivator and you are my obedient vessel. Leave the results to Me for I am also the finisher.

We are a team. Don’t be afraid. I am trustworthy and will provide everything required to carry out my plan. You are mine and it pleases Me greatly when you stay aware of Me in you.

You are to consciously go forward each day. Stay alert and be aware of the people you meet. Tasks are not the goal – the people are. Love them with my love. See them with my eyes. Minister to them as I give insight and ability. All is to be done to bless them and bring Me honor.

I created you for myself. Rejoice in that! We will have forever to explore all that means. In the meantime, draw close to Me each moment and listen for my voice. I am ever speaking, ever directing, ever blessing both you and those you meet.

Stop wasting time on “time fillers.” You know what those are for you. Some rest and recreation is fine. My assignment for you is to bring my life and my words to others. Listen to Me and I will show you how to use your time for my glory.

Many people are starving for my words of life. I am making a way for you to bless others with all you have been given. Your labor will not be in vain! Walk with me, child. We go blessing.

Love,  Abba

Philippians 2:13

New Clothes

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Romans 13:14 “…clothe yourselves with the Lord Jesus Christ, and do not think about how to gratify the desires of the flesh.” (NIV)

Child – You have been given new clothes. You are to dress yourself in the character of my Son. His Spirit lives in you and provides these clothes as you appropriate them. Always choose to go out fully dressed for the day.

Put on love, joy and peace. Allow kindness, goodness and gentleness to flow through your words and attitude. Remain faithful to your task of reflecting Me to your part of the world. You have been given the discipline to do so.

You are my chosen one and I freely give you myself and my character. We go forward into life together. Open your eyes, child. You are beautifully arrayed for the day. Also remember to put on your spiritual armor for the attacks that lie ahead.

Be of good cheer for the I, the Greater One, live in you. Together we conquer all foes. So be strong in Me for it is my mighty power that protects you. Rest in that fact!

Love you,  Abba

Galatians 5:22-23; Ephesians 6:10-18; 1 John 4:4