"Rise and Shine"

"Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ!  In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade-kept in heaven for you, who through faith are shielded by God's power until the coming of the salvation that is ready to be revealed in the last time."  I Peter 1:3-5

One of the many ways God refreshes and restores us is through His Word.  What an amazing privilege we have been given to be called sons and daughters of God.  Through him, we can be strong and do mighty exploits in His name.  He has clothed us with holiness and righteousness and has given us a shield of faith and victory in every situation we face.  Every morning we can wake up and know that our steps are ordered and directed by Him, as we allow the Holy Spirit to speak to our hearts and lead us.   It also says that His Word is a lamp unto our feet and a light unto our path.(Psalm 119:105)

When I am distracted by the various methods and marches in Hollywood, politics, science and academia, designed by the enemy and instituted by the ungodly to bring world peace, I remember that still small voice that says, "Be still and know that I am God."  The Lord Jesus Christ is the only source of peace that will always calm the storm in our lives.  It is astounding to me how there are so many good people who have trusted in the arm of flesh (material wealth, fame and influence) to be their source of hope.  God has promised us that we can rest assured as His people, that mockery will not overtake and consume us.  God will not be mocked.   This is the hour and the day that God's people will arise and shine (Isaiah 60:1)  like the brightness of the stars in a dark sky.  That is the Glory of God upon His people shining throughout the earth.  What a beautiful promise of the undeniable faithfulness of our Mighty God. 

Today I declare God's word over your life!  You were born for such a time as this.  There is greatness inside of you and the glory of God shines upon you today, illuminating His Word and Presence inside of your heart that you may walk firmly established and confident that He is Your Strength!  Nothing is impossible for Him and what He has started in you, He has promised to complete.  Little is much when God is in it.  Never again will you fear the future and be consumed with the thought of giving up. The Lord would say to you today that He will help you defeat the giants in your life.  No longer do you have to feel alone and afraid,  because the rivers of living water (John 7:38) will begin to burst forth as your faith becomes ignited and your heart connects to the lover of your soul.  He will cause you to hunger for His Word and to be nourished daily in His loving presence.  Life with the Lord is good.  Your journey is just beginning and the best is yet to come.

Today's Prayer:  Dear Lord Jesus, thank you for Your Word that brings life and life more abundantly! No longer will I live in defeat, because I discipline my mind and my heart today and everyday to hear your voice and walk daily in the blessing of God. I choose today to arise and shine, and live in victory through the resurrection power of Jesus Christ.   In Jesus Name, amen.