God spoke the world into existence. He didn't wave His hands, snap His fingers, or use some kinda wand or staff to create everything. He spoke and it was.
God's Word is not only powerful, it is defining. He said, "Let there be light" and there was light. He made everything; His definition of everything is the only one that matters; the only one there truly is!
That works for us too.
On the way home from work God revealed this to me. For years I believed I wasn't something that He has called me to be, given me the gift to be, defined me to be. I didn't believe for all kinds of reasons. Because I didn't have the proper training, because I wasn't as good at it as other were, because I failed, because I looked stupid. Because....because...because.
And God spoke to me today, telling me I was what He said I was, because HE said so. Not teachers, not friends, not people, not the "world". Him. His Words. They are what define me, what I should listen to.
I was sorrowed and repented for not believing The Creator of the Universe, The One who spoke me into being. The God of everything, who without Him there is nothing.
Wow.
I want to encourage you today. Whatever you are feeling, whatever has been spoken over you by people, even well-meaning people, whatever the world of man has said to you, put it all aside. Actually, kick it out the front door!
And let the life-bring, beauty-creating, majestic Words of God flow into you. Soak them up. Listen to Him and be covered by His Words that He is singing over you. Ask Him what you are, who you are, what He has given you. And let that be enough. For it is more than enough.
Please try it, and be blessed beyond measure by what Words God has for you!
"God, I am ________, because You said I am, and I believe and trust You. Your Words bring life. They create wonders I cannot even fathom. They restore me and bring me peace. Thank You Lord. I love You."
My daughter, you speak with the wisdom of a much older person and with the grace that comes form the Father's heart. I am so proud of you, the person you are and the focus you maintain on "things above". I love you Princess!
ReplyDeleteThank you Daddy for leading me ever towards the Father...love you!
DeleteI am, because God spoke. He defines me.
ReplyDeleteBut by the grace of God I am what I am, and his grace to me was not without effect. ~ 1 Corinthians 15:10a.
// Thank you for sharing this beautiful and encouraging reminder of the power and presence of God in every detail of our existence.
Thank you Dusty. I love that verse you shared, and I am forever thankful for His grace! Be blessed!
DeleteA gift of wisdom from God, passed down from your parents - your inheritance... and it is of immeasurable value. So much so that it spills over into the lives of others... including me today.
ReplyDeleteI've been struggling with a bit of things, wondering how I could be so unwise... The truth is God is making me wise. Thanks for the reminder and encouraging post today.
Praise God that it spoke to you Floyd! I am praying for you.
DeleteI am indeed blessed to have godly parents, and to know God from a young age. He is so good!
Thank you, Sarah, for the encouragement that always comes from speaking the truth. God authors the very best of our heart's desires. Keep following them and the One who leads us to places we never dreamed possible!
ReplyDeleteYour comment touched me and encouraged my heart, thank you. With Him, nothing is impossible!
DeleteThis is a beautiful post. You seem to be a wonderful young lady. God bless you.
ReplyDeleteThank you JT. God bless you too!
DeleteI cannot dot all the "I's" or cross all the "T"'s.....but I am loved by Him!
ReplyDeleteAmen! And isn't that the best! He is so good!
DeleteTo realize this at such a young age is indeed a blessing. I hope to remember it more frequently. Thank you for sharing your gift of wisdom and writing.
ReplyDeleteYou are so welcome! To God be the glory! He has done great things for me, and I am filled with joy!
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