Abundance and Victory!

Reading from the Book of Psalms 3:1-3

1 Lord, how are they increased that trouble me! many are they that rise up against me. 2 Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah. 3 But thou, O Lord, art a shield for me; my glory, and the lifter up of mine head. Although there are "downers" in this life, there are also "lifters." When we are depressed or troubled, it seems everything around us is falling apart. We lose strength. Our heads and our hearts all begin to hang down. Even our eyes and our voices are lowered. We become downcast because we are looking at our problems rather than at the Lord. No matter what is causing us to be downcast, the Lord encourages us thoughout His Word to lift our heads and our hands and look to Him. These instructions are good for us to remember today. When people disappoint us, God wants us, instead of becoming discouraged and depressed, to decide to lift up our heads and eyes and look at the possibilities, not the problems, around us, trusting Him to lead us into an even better situation, because He has one for us. The Lord is constantly exhourting us to lift up our eyes and our heads and hearts to take inventory of our blessings and not our problems, God encourages us to look at Him because He has plans to bless and increase us abundantly. No matter how your life has turned out at this point, you have only two options. One is to give up and quit, the other is to keep going. Choosing to live in hope and joy means you have decided not to let them get you down. You will lift up your eyes and hands and head and heart and look not at your problems, but at the Lord, Who has promised to see you through abundance and victory.

He Sees You

Reading from the Book of Genesis 16:13 She gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: “You are the God who sees me,” for she said, “I have now seen the One who sees me.” Genesis 16:13

We all have a God-given desire to be seen, to be known, to be heard, and to be understood. This desire drives us to share our stories, seek authentic community, and pursue meaningful dialogue. Whether you feel overlooked, invisible, or weary—remember this... "Jesus sees you". He recognizes your struggles and victories, your heartbreak and hopes. And He cares. Jesus perceives you through humble servants who share His heart. Through His faithful followers who mirror His compassion, you encounter love—gentle words, acts of caring, and patient listening. This divine and human care builds a safety net of belonging, where your true self isn’t just accepted but cherished fully. This divine and human care builds a safety net of belonging, where your true self isn’t just accepted but cherished fully. Reject the lie that you don’t matter and embrace your belovedness. Jesus's unwavering gaze pierces your deepest struggles and hidden joys, offering comfort beyond human understanding. In moments of invisibility or exhaustion, His presence reminds you that you're never truly alone. His look of love comforts your heart!

The Eagle and A Crow

For Timothy Letso, May God's blessings always elevate him to his full potential.

 

THE ONLY BIRD THAT DARES TO ATTACK AN EAGLE IS A CROW, BUT THE EAGLE NEVER FIGHTS BACK. HERE IS WHY:

1. The crow is the only bird bold enough to sit on the eagle's back and peck at its neck.

Relentless. Annoying.

But the eagle... stays calm.

2. The eagle doesn't flap. Doesn't fight. Doesn't waste energy. It does one thing: It rises.

3. The higher the eagle soars. The thinner the air becomes. The crow? It can't handle the altitude.

4. Eventually, the crow gasps. Loses strength...And falls off.Not because the eagle attacked

But because the eagle ascended.

5. Let the crows talk. Let them peck. You don't have to respond. Just keep going higher.

6. They can't follow you forever. Your growth will suffocate their noise. So don't engage. Elevate.