THE FLESH ONLY SATISFIED IT'S SELF

Romans 8:5 For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit. Romans 8:13 For if you live according to the flesh, you will die, but if by the Spirit you put to death the deeds of the body, you will live. Romans 8:7 For the mind that is set on the flesh is hostile to God, for it does not submit to God's law; indeed, it cannot.

The flesh can be very wicked, especially if it has a dark soul. The crucifixion of an innocent man proves how evil and dark our souls can be without Him.  Jesus knew His purpose was to save us and to accomplish this, He had to die. But, it was how we made Him suffer, and we knew He was innocent. 

Thank You, Lord, that You understood us and did not hold what our ancestors did to You against us. So, teach us not to be resentful or angry in our hearts towards others. Father, help us set our minds on things above, not on things on earth. For we have died with You, and now You live within us. So, put to death what is earthly in us and baptize with the Holy Spirit that empowers us to walk in righteousness. Lord, we admit to You that our flesh is much stronger at times, and we allow the enemy to win. But Lord, we ask You for strength and wisdom to defeat the enemy the next time he comes against us. Lord, help us study daily and pray without ceasing because You know that nothing good dwells in our flesh. Father, we desire to do what is right, but not the ability to carry it out without You. In Jesus' name Amen

WE HAVE THE SAME AUTHORITY AS CHRIST

Luke 10:19 Behold, I have given you authority to tread on serpents and scorpions, and over all the power of the enemy, nothing shall hurt you.

We walk and operate in the same authority that Jesus had when He walked this earth. So with that authority, we can speak things into existence.

Father, we now agree with the authority we have through You. Help us understand we can change, heal and bless when we walk in the absolute Universal power of our Lord. So, we speak life and healing over our lives, mentally, Spiritually, physically, and emotionally. Lord, we talk about guidance and protection for our children and children. Lord, we talk about healing over the sick and lost. Lord, we speak of understanding and unity in our marriages, relationships, families, friends, and enemies. Lord, we talk about employment in the lives of those looking for work. Give them work ethics that show their full potential. Lord, teach us how to be better Stewards with Your money and bring us out of our financial strongholds. Father, let those who contact us see You in us through our faith and actions. Father, search our hearts and minds and remove the enemy of jealousy, envy, strife, gossip, and procrastination, things that keep us in the flesh. Lord, let the Word give us a strong desire for the things of the Spirit, as the old is washed away and made new. Thank You, Lord, for forgiveness and for teaching us how to forgive. Thank You for the same birthrights as Your Son and the same authority; to speak life, joy, and peace into our lives, not death and destruction. In Jesus' name Amen 🙏 

STRENGTHEN OUR FAITH

Faith is being sure about realities we believe are accurate but cannot see with our physical eyes. God's Word also says that "without faith, it is impossible to please Him…

Let your faith kick defeat out the door. Let your faith Kick fear and doubt out the door. Let your faith kick unforgiveness out the door. Let your faith kick your insecurities out the door. Then stand firm on His Word, with those same feet that you kicked all those adversity out the door with, and watch God blow your mind.

Lord, help us keep our faith when our day-to-day struggles get difficult. Let Your Word help us overcome our unbelief, surround us with Spiritual Soldiers to help us reflect on Your promise. Lord, we know we're already loved, and we are already chosen. So, help us find and serve our purpose. Thank You for being faithful to us even though we are not; thank You for clothing us in mercy, grace, and so much favor. Lord, baptize us in the Spirit of Job, help us love You like You love us. Lord, we thank You for where we are; help prepare us for the next journey. Walk with us through this Valley of death, and we will fear no evil because You are with us, deep in our hearts and minds. Lord, You have brought us through so much; sometimes, we wonder why we doubt You. We would not be here if You did not come to our rescue, and we are so grateful. So, Lord, we believe You died for us allow Your Spirit to come into our lives and remove all that is not of You and take control of our lives. In Jesus name Amen

WATCH WHAT YOU SAY

Proverbs 16:23 The heart of the wise makes his speech judicious and adds persuasiveness to his lips."

Don't curse your relationship with your mouth. Don't speak negativity in your children's lives. Don't speak things of the world into existence. Instead, speak the things of the Spirit in our lives and others. There are so many things we speak into our lives, our children's lives, and our relationships. Unfortunately, when we focus on the wrong things, the bad things come out of our mouths. Try not to focus on the negative; stay focused on Christ and pray before speaking.

Lord, our words have tremendous power, so teach us what to say and when to say it. Lord, help us have an effective prayer life to help us carefully watch our mouths. Father helps us understand that negative thoughts in the Spirit realm will hurt everything in our lives, including our speech. So, Lord, let not our tongues get ahead of our Spiritual minds set, and we repent for the foolish things we have said to others, especially our children and loved ones. Lord, help us pray before we speak, so we do not speak in anger or gossip. Father, when we are in our emotions, let us be slow to speak and keep us in a humble tone. Lord, let us be people overflowing with love and self-control to help us bridle our tongues, in Jesus' name Amen. 

PRAY FOR YOURSELF

Psalm 145:18 The Lord is near to all who call on him, to all who call on him in truth.

It's great to have people interceding in prayer for us, but we need to have faith and pray for ourselves as well. Self-prayer acknowledges that we must seek Him first, before all else, before anything else in life.

Father, You knitted us in our mother's womb to serve Your purpose and honor Your name. And by doing so, You will give us rest. Lord, thank You for the favor, mercy, and love that we recognize daily. Thank You for pulling us out of the pit of darkness and leading us to Your never-failing light. Lord, thank You for Your strength when we are weary. Lord, in gratitude, thank You for all the blessings lessons and for keeping us safe through it all. We pray that we find peace of mind and soul, so lead us not into temptation and deliver us from evil. Father, search our hearts and remove all that is not of You, to give You room to move and show us Your glory. Lord, help us develop a relationship with You and let the Word give us an understanding of Your loving nature. Jehovah Mekoddishkem, let us find our direction in life and help us avoid the obstacles ahead of us. Lord, align our will with Your will, in Jesus' name Amen.

RESPECT IS DUE TO ALL

I will knock before entering a closed door. I will respect my Elders. I will hold the door for the person behind me. I  will stand up for justice for all. I will say hello when I enter a room. I will say please and thank you. I will stand up for seniors/expecting mothers. I will say yes sir/Ma'am and no Sir/Ma'am.

Because that's the way, I was raised with respect. "So whatever you wish that others would do to you, also do to them, for this is the Law and the Prophets." Father, we know that respect and honor are essential to You because it says so in the Word. Paul reminds us that all authority comes from You, so when we respect people in authority, it is a way of showing respect to You, Lord. 

Lord, You tell us to "Honor our father and mother" So we can live along in life." Fathers, help us not provoke our children to anger but bring them up in the discipline and instruction of the Lord. Lord, baptize us in the Spirit of kindness and compassion to help us love and forgive each other just as You have forgiven us. Father, let the Holy Spirit teach us how to love our enemies, as we do good for others expecting nothing in return. Lord, You are a giver of good things. Help us imitate Your kindness and compassion to others. In Jesus' name, Amen.