Be Mindful of Your Sowing

Galatians 6:7
Be not deceived; God is not mocked: for whatsoever a man soweth, that shall he also reap.

Whatever we plant into ourselves and others is what we will gather when it is harvest time. None of us want negativity or unfavorable things to occur in our lives. Sometimes they are unavoidable because they may serve another purpose. However there are times we placed in situations or treated a certain way because of the things we have done and said to others or spoken upon ourselves.

Please understand that this law of sowing and reaping is not a always negative. It works the same in the positive. For example I always try to encourage and support those around me. During my "Tevin Experience," I reaped every bit of support and encouraged that I had been planting into others. Not to mention the encouragement that I had been planting in myself by reading God's Word, inspirational books, and listening to positive music as well.

Be mindful of what you sow into yourself and others. Also be careful about what you allow to be planted into yourself.

Long Suffering

Psalm 86:15
But thou, O Lord, art a God full of compassion, and gracious, long suffering, and plenteous in mercy and truth.

Long Suffering - Patiently enduring wrongs or difficulty

God is patient with us because He loves us so much and wants the best for us. We, as Christians, are to represent and reflect God. We should look like Him. We should also be long suffering (patient). Remaining patient and enduring when times are unfavorable is a difficult task and God knows and understands. It is for that reason Jesus left us with the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit comforts, leads, and guides us to love and live as God does. The Holy Spirit works in us and produces fruit.

Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, temperance:

The true test in long suffering is not about the waiting, but how we act while we are waiting. With the Holy Spirit within us we have the ability to endure everyone of our trials and tribulations with integrity and dignity.

WARNING: This is a process and requires a lot of practice. But know that all things work together for good to those who love the LORD. Know also that the Holy Spirit is within us and will produce long suffering.

Willing and Obedient

Isaiah 1:19
If ye be willing and obedient, ye shall eat the good of the land:

What Do They See?

Matthew 5:16
Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

As members of the body of Christ, we represent God, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. We have to let our good works shine at all times in spite of our circumstances or situations. There is no question as to whether or not people are watching us. The question is: what do people see when they look at us? When people see us they should want to glorify God because of the good they see in us. What are people seeing when they watch us?

Bless Him

Psalm 103:1-5
Bless the LORD, O my soul: and all that is within me, bless his holy name. Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases; Who redeemeth thy life from destruction; who crowneth thee with lovingkindness and tender mercies; Who satisfieth thy mouth with good things; so that thy youth is renewed like the eagle's.



With all that is within me I, like David, bless the LORD!

I am mindful of everything that he has done, is doing, and will do in my life.

He forgives me even when others find that difficult to do.

He is a healer of ALL diseases.

He keeps me from being destroyed, despite the traps and snares of the enemy. Don't get me wrong of course I fall, but you better know that God keeps me from being destroyed! HALLELUJAH!

He places on my head love, kindness, and mercy. He satisfies me with GOOD things.

For these reasons everyday I am renewed, full of energy, and able to soar like the eagle.

Oh how I love Him! Come on soar with me today!

Goodness & Mercy

Psalm 23:6
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the LORD for ever.

No comment necessary. Only praise, honor, glory, and exaltation are necessary at this point.

God,
We praise your holy name. We are truly grateful that your mercies are new every morning and they follow us all the days of our lives and we are able to dwell with you forever. You are amazing, wonderful, loving, kind, patient, faithful, and awesome. It is to you we give all the glory, honor, and praise for you alone are worthy. In the name of Jesus, we pray. Amen.

Right in Front of You

Psalm 23:5
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.

After traveling through the valley of death, God knows that you will be hungry. With His infinite wisdom, love, and care, He has prepared a table right before you. Yes you will be able to see God perform the miracle in your life.

Secret: Don't fret over your enemies and the turmoil they may present in your life. You need your enemies! He is going to prepare the table in the presence of your enemies. As my pastor (Apostle Whitaker) often reminds us, "NO enemies, NO table!" Here is how that young preacher I told you about early put it:

"Jesus needed Judas more that Peter, James, and John. If Judas had not betrayed Him, he would not have gone before Pilate. If He had not gone before Pilate, He would not have been crucified. If He had not been crucified, He would not have been buried. If He had not been buried, He would not have rose again. If He had not rose with all power, He would not have been able to save you and me!"

That is such good news I tell you. The Word also tells us that He will make our enemies our footstools. Don't worry about your enemies; use them for what they were made for......that is for you to step up and gain higher ground. HALLELUJAH!!!!

The oil represents the blessing. God will bless you so that your cup will run over. There is a purpose in that as well. You are to take care of your needs and bless others with your overflow. God is so good!

He will do all of this right in front of you. Watch HIM!!!!!