MESSAGE THROUGH AN UNLIKELY SOURCE

We know we serve an unlimited God who moves in unlimited ways. In His unlimited ways, God sometimes speaks to us and gives us messages through unlikely sources. I will share what might perhaps be an embarrassing moment to some if it happened to them, but I am not embarrassed, only appreciative for the message.

Just the other day while making candy in my kitchen, I thought to myself, "I have no counter space left and I need more room to store my kitchen gadgets." After I stirred the chocolate and placed the lid on the pot, I looked up and noticed a cabinet I did not know existed. Maybe it is not a big deal to over look a cabinet if you just moved into a new place of residence, but I have resided in my home for over 13 years! I shook my head in disbelief because I did not notice it before that day. I constantly complain about the size of my kitchen and that I need more counter and cabinet space to prepare meals and entertain. From within I heard, "Sometimes you ask for and search for things that are right under your nose and have been the entire time." I smiled and meditated on the truth of that statement.

That simple message did not come from another person, it did not come through a dream or vision, but through the realization of the existence of a kitchen cabinet. I say this only to give a simple message. God will use anyone or anything to give you a message. Do not miss His message because it is not sent through who you expect or delivered in a way you expect. 

Be blessed.

THANK GOD!

We have much to be grateful for on this day and everyday. First of all, God gave us breath. We lived to see a new day to thank Him, love our family, and to have another chance at something. The list of reasons to thank God is endless. If you have not done so, just give Him thanks.

As you share the dinner table with loved ones, thank God for the fellowship and feast. Be mindful of those who are less fortunate and say a prayer for them. Be grateful for what you have and do not waste a second complaining or dwelling on what you do not have. The things you fail to be grateful for, others are praying for God to give to them.

"Sing praise to the Lord, you saints of His,
And give thanks at the remembrance of His holy name." Psalm 30:4

Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy your holiday.

Be blessed.

THERE IS SUNSHINE AFTER THE RAIN

We have good and bad days. We experience ups and downs. Problems come and go. These things are all a part of life. Some of us do not look forward to rainy days. In fact we frown upon them and delight in sunny days, perhaps not recognizing the importance of rainy days. Although not desired by many, rainy days are necessary, along with sunshine, to achieve the proper growth. The same goes for "rainy" days in life. Rainy days are tough times we go through, sometimes with little to no understanding of why or how we got there.

Difficult circumstances are not always a direct result of something we did or did not do. There will be times of testing and trials in life. Tests and trials are designed to help us grow and mature spiritually. Just like the rain is needed to promote healthy growth, tests and trials promote healthy spiritual growth.

A familiar saying is, "Trouble doesn't last always." That is true. Trouble does not last always. 
No matter how dark and rainy your days appear to be right now, trust Jesus. Never let go of your faith in Him. Remember, there is sunshine after the rain. 

"Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer." Romans 12:12 KJV

Be blessed.

SERVING A MIGHTY GOD

We tend to place limits on ourselves. We limit our thinking, what we are capable of doing, or what others can do for us, including the mighty God we serve. I know we serve a limitless God who moves in unlimited ways. Standing on top of a mountain with no railing or any other objects to permit me from falling, I am reminded just how big and amazing my God truly is.

As I looked around at His beautiful creations, the sky that stretched for miles and miles and the rows of trees were never ending, I thought to myself, "I know my God has created great things, just at the spoken Word, why should I ever doubt that He is able to make my BIG dreams come true?"

No matter what you are going through or if you are wondering how your big dreams will come true, do not lose faith that God is able. Remind yourself, "I serve a mighty God and He is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that I ask or think (Ephesians 3:20)".

Be blessed.