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I beg you today to wait on the Lord!
It pays to wait on the Lord.

I don’t know what you’ve been trusting God for, or how faithful you have been in your giving—still doing for others even when you were the one in need. But hear me: God sees everything.

When you have helped others who would never help you…
When you have sown into people who could never repay you…
When you have loved genuinely, even when others told you to stop helping…
You continued to obey God.

Listen—your time is coming, and when God says, “It’s your time,” you will finally understand why He used you in those seasons to be a blessing, even to your enemies.

“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength…”
— Isaiah 40:31

“Your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.”
— Matthew 6:4

“And let us not be weary in well doing: for in due season we shall reap, if we faint not.”
— Galatians 6:9

“You meant evil against me, but God meant it for good.”
— Genesis 50:20

Hold on. Keep trusting. Your obedience has not gone unnoticed. Your season is coming.

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People get upset when you’re patient enough to wait for their mask to fall off—only to realize your discernment about them was right all along. Folks can only pretend for so long before their true character shows.

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People don’t always understand that there are some individuals that God does not “play” about. In His Word, He says, “Touch not mine anointed, and do my prophets no harm” (Psalm 105:15, KJV). Some people have been through hell and back—literally—before surrendering their lives to God. Even when their journey becomes difficult, they have made up their minds to live a consecrated life that honors God’s will for them.

They have crucified their former way of living, the life that once defined their identity. Because God has revealed Himself to them, they have no excuse to live carelessly. While they may see others living “any kind of way,” they understand that they cannot participate in that lifestyle, because God will hold them accountable. This is not rooted in human fear, but in reverence — the fear of the Lord.

The Bible says, “The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge” (Proverbs 1:7). We also understand that we cannot be lukewarm, because Jesus says, “So then because thou art lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I will spue thee out of my mouth” (Revelation 3:16). Therefore, we strive to live wholeheartedly for Him.

They have experienced God’s grace and mercy. So even when the flesh says that someone does not deserve forgiveness for the pain they caused, we know that we cannot hold grudges. The Word reminds us, “Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another, even as God in Christ forgave you” (Ephesians 4:32).

With all that being said, the Bible also makes something very clear: “For many are called, but few are chosen” (Matthew 22:14). It is not that we are better than anyone else, but God chose us because He knew we would be willing to lay down our lives for His will. Not everyone is able or willing to do that. He knew we would love Him more than our own wants and needs, as Jesus said:
“If anyone desires to come after Me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross daily, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23).

This is why I am deeply concerned for those who choose to harm people like us — people who strive to walk according to God’s will and purpose. The Word says, “Whoever rewards evil for good, evil shall not depart from his house” (Proverbs 17:13). God sees everything, and He will go to great lengths to make sure His truth is revealed and His people are defended.

Look at the story of Moses and his wife, when Miriam and Aaron spoke against him. The Lord Himself intervened and defended Moses (Numbers 12). That shows us clearly that God protects those He has chosen and called.

Am I saying there is no grace? Of course not. His grace is sufficient (2 Corinthians 12:9). There is always room for repentance, forgiveness, and restoration. But people must stop playing with God’s chosen vessels.

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They don't know the cost of the oil.
I don't think people truly understand the cost of living a consecrated life-denying yourself daily, choosing to show grace, choosing to love even those you know don't love you.
"Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man would come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me." — Matthew
16:24
"My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer 1 who live, but Christ lives in me. So l live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of Goa, who loved me and gave Himself for me." — Galatians 2:20
Although it is all worth it in the end, living in a body whose desires often oppose what God requires is no easy task. The flesh fights daily.

The battle is real, and the cost is high.
But through the spiritual principles God gives us, like prayer and fasting and with the help of the Holy Spirit, we can overcome. We can endure. We can walk in obedience. The road is not easy-but the purpose is eternal, and the reward is greater than the struggle.

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Don't take it personally!! If they hate you or reject you, don’t take it personally—remember, they hated Jesus first (John 15:18). The moment you give your life to God, you’ll start to notice rejection. It’s a painful process. Some will even sit around tables talking about how you’ve “lost your mind.” But remember—this too shall pass.

They called Jesus the devil (Matthew 12:24). So don’t be surprised when people misunderstand you or turn away. Those people were never your true friends, but rather individuals who were never meant to go where God is taking you.

God has called you out from among them (2 Corinthians 6:17) so that your life may become a testament—proof that Jesus truly works miracles and transforms hearts. They can choose to follow or reject the path, but again—don’t take it personally.

If even other Christians reject you or call you “too radical” when you are simply obeying what God commands of His body, understand that they too may have rejected the full authority of God. They wear the label of Christianity but deny its power (2 Timothy 3:5).

When Jesus said, “Whoever loses his life for My sake will find it” (Matthew 16:25), He meant it. Your life is no longer your own. When you live in full surrender, you become a mirror showing how many live in false assurance.

So, don’t think something is wrong with you when even believers reject you. Instead, know that Christ lives in you (Galatians 2:20)! Continue to be faithful and obedient to your Father, regardless of what people say or think.

Be more concerned about what your Father thinks than what anyone else does.

God bless you!

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I’ve come to realize that God cares about our physical well-being too!

I used to think that giving my life to Christ meant saying goodbye to fun, joy, and enjoyment. I thought my life would be boring — and honestly, that idea came from the religious people I grew up watching. It seemed like looking nice, laughing, or showing any sign of enjoyment was a sin.

But now I know the truth — nobody does celebration, joy, and peace better than God! The Bible actually tells us to enjoy the gift of life that He has given us.

When I look back to when I left my old lifestyle behind to follow Christ, I remember how broke, dry, and desperate I was. I didn’t like asking anyone for help because I had been independent since I was 18. Letting go of control was scary — but I did it.

And looking back now, I see that God took care of me every step of the way. I don’t even know how, but He sustained me through that season of drought and isolation. It was just me and God.

Oh, and let me not forget — right after I gave my life to Christ, opportunities for fast money started showing up from every direction. People who never helped me before suddenly started calling to offer things. My faith was tested more than ever. But I’m so glad I stayed faithful to God during that dry season — the one only me and Him knew about.

Today, I just want to say thank you, Jesus, for blessing me, for Your joy, and for the peace that only You can give. 🙏🏽

If you knew my full story, you’d be nothing but happy for me. ❤️

#BirthdayDumpFromLastMonth
#GodDidIt
#ThankYouJesus

📖 Ecclesiastes 3:12-13 (NIV)

“I know that there is nothing better for people than to be happy and to do good while they live. That each of them may eat and drink, and find satisfaction in all their toil—this is the gift of God.”

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I’m in a season where God is teaching me to do more for myself — to give the same effort and care I put into making sure others are okay, and pour that into myself as well. This doesn’t mean I’ll stop caring for or pouring into others; it simply means I won’t neglect myself in the process.

I’m sharing this because maybe you too haven’t realized that you often put others above yourself and forget to take care of your own well-being. God cares deeply about every detail of our lives — even the simple things, including our rest, joy, and health.

Let’s remember that taking care of ourselves isn’t selfish; it’s stewardship. We can’t pour from an empty cup.

Bible Verse:

“So I commend the enjoyment of life, because there is nothing better for a person under the sun than to eat and drink and be glad. Then joy will accompany them in their toil all the days of the life God has given them under the sun.”
— Ecclesiastes 8:15 (NIV)


“Love your neighbor as yourself.” — Mark 12:31
(Remember, you can’t truly love others well if you don’t love and care for yourself.)

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Don’t Be Unequally Yoked

The Bible warns us clearly about being unequally yoked with people who don’t share our faith, values, or beliefs.

“Do not be unequally yoked together with unbelievers. For what fellowship has righteousness with lawlessness? And what communion has light with darkness?” — 2 Corinthians 6:14 (NKJV)

No matter how strong you think your convictions are, the truth is — your environment shapes you. When you walk closely with people who don’t honor the same values, sooner or later, you’ll find yourself either compromising what you believe in or abandoning it completely.

Don’t settle or connect yourself with the wrong people out of loneliness or pressure. Wait on God’s timing and trust that He will bring the right people into your life — those who will strengthen your faith, not weaken it.

“Do not be deceived: ‘Bad company corrupts good character.’” — 1 Corinthians 15:33 (NIV)

Remember: protecting your peace, your purpose, and your faith is worth far more than temporary companionship. Stay grounded, stay faithful, and let God align you with those who walk in His light. 🌿✨

#Faith #UnequallyYoked #ChristianMotivation #Purpose #TrustGod #SpiritualGrowth

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If you have turned your back on God, come back home to Him. He won’t judge or reject you — He will welcome you with open arms!

There’s nothing the Father wouldn’t do to see you return to Him. The love of God is not based on conditions, but is unconditional and everlasting.

Even if you make your bed in hell, nothing can separate you from the love that God has for you. Come back to a place of total surrender.

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Luke 10:19
I have given you authority to trample on snakes and scorpions and to overcome all the power of the enemy; nothing will harm you.

If you don't believe that the word of God is indeed true, you will allow people to play in your face. Knowing who you are makes a huge difference, and guess what? People hate it when you know who you are because they can’t manipulate you.

The enemy is under my feet 🦶 thanks be to Christ Jesus!

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