Focus on the following scripture throughout the day. It’s God’s Word and it’s what He desires us to believe. Believe it is true for you because God’s Word is Truth. Use it as an affirmation. Speak this Word to yourself throughout the day. Personalize it by putting your name in it!
“So you also are complete through your union with Christ, who is the head over every ruler and authority.” Colossians 2:10
“In Your strength I can crush an army; with my God I can scale any wall. God is my strength and power, and He makes my way perfect.” 2 Samuel 22:30, 33
Happy New Year!! We’ve made it to 2014! Let’s celebrate by believing BIG this year!
Do you believe those verses of scripture are true for you?
Will that take some “big believing” on your part in 2014?
I encourage you to adopt this viewpoint–of God being with you, accompanying you in all that you do, loving you every minute of each day. Then you will see how, through His strength, you’ll be able to overcome challenges. Through His love, you’ll be able to love the unloveable.Through His guidance, your path will be secure. Through His power, you’ll experience more good than you could ask or think.
I pray that you’ll choose to wrap yourself in Jesus’ love and believe big in 2014 so that you’ll crush the opposition, jump over any obstacle, experience peace along your way, and enjoy the miraculous!
No, this post is not about the New Orleans Saints and the Who Dat Nation. It’s about deciding where your focus will be in 2014.
If Jesus appeared in your living room today, would you recognize Him or would you have to say, “Who dat?” If He showed up at your place of employment, would you have to say, “Who dat?”
Make a decision today, 12/31/2013, that no matter what challenges lie ahead, your focus will be on Jesus and all His goodness, strength, and unconditional love for you. Then, when He appears, you won’t have to say, “Who dat?” You’ll know Him for sure and you’ll enjoy the favor, wisdom, and peace that only His presence can give you.
Focus on the presence of the Champion. That will be the best decision you’ll ever make as you plan for advancement in 2014 and beyond!
“We do this by keeping our eyes on Jesus, the champion who initiates and perfects our faith. ”
Hebrews 12:2 (NLT)
“…please, if I have now found favor in your sight, then receive my present from my hand.”
Genesis 33:10 NKJV
In this season of giving, a time when we reflect more on the gift of a Savior sent for the entire world, I want to offer a simple gift to you.
If you are one of the first five people to respond to this post, I’d be glad to send one of these small ornaments as a gift to you. After you hang it on your Christmas tree, you can repurpose it when the holidays are over and hang it on a bulletin board at home or work, or put a magnet on the back of it and put it on your refrigerator. It can be a tangible reminder to have hope, to use your imagination as you visualize any blessings to come your way, to enjoy life, and to live in God’s matchless and free grace.
Simply fill out the form below to let me know that you’d like to receive the gift. I’ll contact you via email to arrange for delivery at no cost to you.
Remember, the first 5 to respond will receive!
Be blessed as you focus on “Jesus is the reason for the season.”
I was listening to Nicole C. Mullen sing an old hymn this past weekend. The title was “Tis So Sweet.” Many times, the lyrics of hymns like this one become so familiar that we don’t really pay attention to the words and their meaning.
This song struck me this morning, reassuring me that trusting what God has said is key in enjoying the benefits of His grace. His words are containers for His grace. His words are a life-giving source. His words are a reflection of His loving character.
Trusting the stability and effectiveness what God has said allows us to experience His grace. I want more of His grace exhibited in my life and in the lives of those I love. So I choose to trust His words and thereby trust His character and love for me.
Below is a video with the lyrics to this hymn. I hope the words bless you and assist you experiencing the sweetness of trusting in God’s love for you.
How do you encourage yourself to trust God for the things you desire? Do you use His Word to increase your confidence in Him?
I’m pleased to announce that my ebook, “Infertility Sucks! How to Maintain Hope in Your Marriage During Infertility,” is done! This book encourages couples whose lives are affected by infertility. It gives practical tips on how to manage stress in the midst of infertility, how to address the spiritual aspect of infertility, and how to make sure their marriage not only survives but thrive.
“Infertility Sucks!” will hit the virtual bookshelves on 12/1/13.
And, because you have been great about supporting me, you get to take advantage of a discounted price on Smashwords.com. Just go to https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/379472, enter the coupon code PR93P on your order, and you’ll receive a 30% discount!
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You never know who in your sphere of influence is silently suffering through infertility or who may know someone else who is. This book could be just what they need.
Thanks for your support!
Focus on the following scripture throughout the day. It’s God’s Word and it’s what He desires us to believe. Believe it is true for you because God’s Word is Truth. Speak this Word to yourself throughout the day. Personalize it by putting your name in it!
“He gives the barren woman a home, making her the joyous mother of children. Praise the Lord!” Psalm 113:9 (ESV)
You may have asked yourself, “What do I have to be thankful for when all I want is to get pregnant and it isn’t happening?”
Some people believe that we’re to thank God for putting us in tough situations because that’s how He teaches us something. I believe God is a better teacher than that. He can get his point across to us without putting us in tough situations. I believe that tough situations are brought to our lives by the devil and that God can and will bring us out of them.
But when you’re in the throes of difficult circumstances, life can become overwhelmingly sad and anxiety-laden. So what is there to be thankful for? Start by remembering that God is with you. If you’ve asked Jesus into your heart, He has promised to never leave you. Just think about that. The One who has the power to change your circumstances is always right there with you in the midst of them, desiring to lovingly see you through them. He wants to bring you out of the grip of tough times into His gentle caress of peace and rest. That’s what He planned for your destiny.
Rest in knowing that God is for you and not against you (Romans 8:31). Trust that He hears you as you pray His promises. Believe that He loves you unconditionally, just as much as He loves Jesus (John 17:23). To have someone who always loves you no matter how much you doubt His ability, willingness, and timing…that’s something to be thankful for!
“Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand.” ~~ Isaiah 41:10 [NLT]
Focus on the following scripture throughout the day. It’s God’s Word and it’s what He desires us to believe. Believe it is true for you because God’s Word is Truth. Speak this Word to yourself throughout the day. Personalize it by putting your name in it!
“So the promise is received by faith. It is given as a free gift. And we are all certain to receive it, whether or not we live according to the law of Moses, if we have faith like Abraham’s. For Abraham is the father of all who believe.” ~ Romans 4:16 (NLT)
Many thanks to all of you who voted on what the cover of my next book, Infertility Sucks! How to Maintain Hope in Your Marriage During Infertility, should look like (see my 10/22/14 post) .
Too many marriages end up scarred and sometimes broken due to infertility. This ebook, which will be released before the end of 2013, will give you practical tips about how to manage stress in your marriage in the midst of dealing with infertility. It will also encourage you, strengthen and increase your hope, and will give you meaningful affirmations to speak over your life as you wait with confident expectancy for the blessing of a child.
You can request a FREE excerpt of Infertility Sucks! How to Maintain Hope in Your Marriage During Infertility at www.evangelinecolbert.com. Soon, the ebook will be available to purchase on Amazon, Barnes and Noble, and iTunes. When you visit my website, be sure to also request information about our upcoming iHope Infertility Retreat in Spring 2014 and iHope Coaching (our spiritual empowerment coaching service).
Now, back to the cover.
The winner, by a 2-to-1 margin, is:
[FYI– the subtitle will be added to the cover design.]
Thanks again for all of your comments. They will help me make this book the best it can be!
And now, a question for you: What kind of information are you looking for about maintaining hope during infertility?
I’d love for a future post/ book/article to address your specific concerns and needs. Please leave your thoughts in the comments section below or, if you prefer, email them to me at Evangeline@evangelinecolbert.com.