NcourageMe: Daily Encouragement

Isaiah 43:2When you pass through waters, I will be with you;And through the rivers, they shall not overflow you.When you walk through the fire, you shall not be burned.Nor shall the flame scorch you.Many of us can attest that there are some situations that resurface in our lives which cause us to waver in our faith.May we hold on to this truth that when we pass through all that we face, they will not harm us. God is always with us.In your spare time read this scripture and personalize it to your situation and pray to God for Him to give you the strength as you navigate this life

1 Peter 5:10And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, confirm, strengthen and establish you.Whatever God allows us to go through, it is to stretch us. It is not God’s will for us to perish rather have eternal life. God teaches discipline and whatever it is we are faced with currently, know that our rejoicing is near. So hold on a little longer, seek God earnestly, trust God with all your heart and stand firm on the solid rock which is Jesus Christ.

It’s a blessing to see chapter 31.Thank you Lord for your blessings.As you listen to these declarations of faith, may they transform your heart and draw you closer to God.31 signifies stability, personal growth, practical manifestation, energy and creativity. It's a year of new beginnings and basking in God's divine wisdom and strength.

Faith is an ACTION word. Without FAITH it is impossible to please God.

Letting go can be one of the hardest thing to however once it’s done, it allows us to be at peace

When God is ready to use us, He will separate us from those things we are attached to. May we do something introspection and allow God to reveal what we ought to be separated from.

Jesus Christ is our living water and when we drink of this living water we will thirst no more. I woke up this morning with this amazing joy within my soul and the thought came to me that a mind fixed on Jesus Christ is like a resovoir of living water. One thing I know about the resovoir is that is never stops flow and there is always supply of water whenever people are in need.As believers we can rest assured that Christ will allow His grace to flow over daily. Christ will allow us to experience His love daily. In the scripture his said:John 4:14: "But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him shall never thirst; but the water that I will give him will become in him a well of water springing up to eternal life".While Christ is the reservoir (the source), believers are meant to be rivers. As individuals receive from the reservoir of Christ, they are intended to become conduits of that grace, with "rivers of living water" flowing from their hearts to others. The deep joy we feel inside should allow us to flow with grace and impact the lives around us. One thing I know for sure if that when God is in the midst of everything we do, our hearts are at peace.

God needs our full devotion. God needs our full focus. God does not need a quick fast food type of worship, prayer or devotion. Whatever we it should be dedicated unto God.

Invite God In Your Heart Today. Allow God to be the centre of everything that ever bothers you. Christ gives a peace of mind.

No matter what we go through let us remember God has our best interest at heart. Continue to pray and believe that God can carry you through the process.

God will chasen those whom He loves. We are not too far Gone for God to use us. Remain at His feet today and in His presence.

We are new in Christ. When we have an encounter with God we will never be the same. Continue to allow God to refine you continually.

Jesus knows the difference between contact and faithSeven similarities from both text listed by Pastor Junior Smith 1) Two desperate people but one faith pattern 2) Near crowds and feel alone3) Both heard of Jesus and it’s the hearing the ignite faith 4) Both press through resistance 5) Both made contact distinctive ways 6) Both cause Jesus to address them personally 7) Both were told the same verdict, thy faith made thee whole

Desperate cry becomes a holy interruption We need to tell Jesus what we wantWe need to be vulnerable with HimChrist will meet us in our state if we reach Him by faithLet your faith cause you to encounter Jesus Christ

Our faith brings wholeness Our faith brings a new identity Faith sparked by hearingOpposition did not stop blind Batimeaus, it clarifies his urgency

TextsMark 5:25:34Mark 10:46-52These two individuals heard about Jesus and decided to move by faithThe didn’t let the crowd stop themThey met Jesus in their need

God is looking for a heart posture (mind) that is focused on Him. Keep on serving Him in spirit and in truth.

Our Heart Posture is one that needs to be focused on God. When our minds are focused on God everything that we ever worry about becomes second nature. Allow His peace to rest upon you always

Allow God to be the centre of your lifeChrist is our only source ofWhen we make room for God we experience divine transformation When we make room for God we experience divine healing, joy, strength, hope and peace

God is looking for us to prepare for the journey ahead God wants us to stay grounded in HimGod loves us and wants the best for us

Avail yourself to be used by GodAllow God to strengthen you Don’t look back on things from the past, keep moving forward

God is able to do what no man can do.Anchor your beliefs in GodHe will show up at the right time Trust God to carry you through

His loves us unconditionally He wants us to live a righteous lifeHe wants us to live a surrendered lifeHe wants us to be committed to serving Him wholeheartedly

Don’t rely on your own strength today Continue to seek God and allow Him to direct you your pathGod is your helper God is your strength

How many of us have ever gotten some blind instructions and we're like what should I or how can I navigate this journey?Our Lord is such a wonderful Dad because every mission He sent us on whether big or small, though it may seems like there is no instructions, the Lord always makes provisions.Yes my friends, provision is already been made. Let's explore two people in the Bible who went without knowing what the outcome will be. Abraham received an instruction from God to leave his mother and father house and go to a land that God has prepared for him. Ruth after the death of her husband decided to follow Naomi back to Naomi's homeland without knowing the outcome.  Am going to show you something here, both of them went to a foreign land. Both of them followed the instructions. Both of them am sure at times felt like an outcast in those land. And this is the most beautiful part of it all both of them trusted God. Ruth trust in the sovereign God developed by observing Naomi faith. Ruth's response to Naomi was “Entreat me not to leave you, Or to turn back from following after you; For wherever you go, I will go; And wherever you lodge, I will lodge; Your people shall be my people, And your God, my God. Ruth 1:16.You may a foreigner in a strange land but let me remind you that the provision is already been made. Do not compromise. Do not get weary. Do not loose focus. Do not get discouraged. Hold on to the promise which God gave to you. It may feel as though things are different but let me remind you that when God is ready to bring us into purpose He will separate us from the things which will distracts us. He will strip us of everything that will make us depend on Him our Lord and Savior. Here's a testimony for me:I am grateful to be in Canada today because honestly the Lord knows if I had remained in Jamaica perhaps things will not be like it is today. After leaving high school, I had the opportunity to do youth service once and the second time I was rejected. I applied for Utech and was rejected. I applied for multiple jobs and was rejected. In the year too my sister tried to take me to Canada and my application was rejected.eIt was rejection upon rejection. At that time I also felt discouraged because some of my grades on my CXC results were not the best according to society. My dad advised me to resist the courses I got a grade 3 in and perhaps I will get a job. I know he didn't have the money to help me do it and so I told him I will redo Math alone since I got a grade 4 in it. I took the time and went to evening classes to do math. I did failed it a few times but I never gave up. Fast forward to 2015, my application was put in again to come to Canada and everything went smoothly. I remember also during the year 2015 I decided to stop worrying about school or work and just dedicate my life to serving my grandmother and doing church work. I did also started a small business on the side helping my mom to sell her phone cards, bleach, polish, and much more.At that time I felt okay. I was happy because I was taking of my grandmother and I am glad I got the chance to do so before she left us to heaven. So not I was turning 20 and transitioning to a foreign land. I was excited and sad at the same time. I was leaving my grandmother behind and I wasn't sure if I was going to see her again. I cried that night so much but I know she was happy that I got the opportunity to leave Jamaica because always wants me to be happy and excels. Everything that we have today it's all because of our Abba Father. Trust Him wholeheartedly and do not faint. Always remember, when the Lord wants to bring us into purpose He will strip us and if he removes us from a place trust me he will not make us go back. 

As we pause to reflect on this thanksgiving day or season, I would like to ask us what is it that you are grateful for?This should be a reflection we do all year around I must say because our heavenly Father has done so much for us. Many of us can say that we are grateful to God for sparing our lives... providing for us in a time of need..... protecting us when we were headed for great danger.... allow us to access various opportunities or even allowing some doors to close that were not gonna benefit us.Our heavenly Father loves us so much and for that we ought to be grateful. As we gather this season, may our hearts be filled not just with food and fellowship, but with deep gratitude for God’s steadfast love. Gratitude is more than a feeling—it is an act of faith. It’s trusting that even in seasons of lack, God’s goodness still surrounds us.Paul reminds us that, “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Notice he didn’t say for everything, but in everything because gratitude is not about pretending life is perfect, but about recognizing that God is present and working in every moment.This season , take the time to reflect. Look back and see how far the Lord has brought you. Remember the doors He opened, the tears He turned into joy, the experiences that gives us wisdom and the peace He gave when life felt uncertain. Each breath is a reminder of grace.May your gratitude become worship, and your worship become strength. As you thank God for what you have, trust Him for what is yet to come.Thank God for His faithfulness that never fails. Ask Him to teach us to live in gratitude, not just today, but every day. Ask Him to help us to see Your hand in all things and to give thanks with joyful hearts. Amen.

Our God is not a genie in a boxOur God is a present help in time of trouble Our God is always there with us.He will not leave us nor forsake So rest assured that God cares alot about you

As we pause to reflect on this thanksgiving day or season, I would like to ask us what is it that you are grateful for?This should be a reflection we do all year around I must say because our heavenly Father has done so much for us. Many of us can say that we are grateful to God for sparing our lives... providing for us in a time of need..... protecting us when we were headed for great danger.... allow us to access various opportunities or even allowing some doors to close that were not gonna benefit us.Our heavenly Father loves us so much and for that we ought to be grateful. As we gather this Thanksgiving, may our hearts be filled not just with food and fellowship, but with deep gratitude for God’s steadfast love. Gratitude is more than a feeling—it is an act of faith. It’s trusting that even in seasons of lack, God’s goodness still surrounds us.Paul reminds us that, “In everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18). Notice he didn’t say for everything, but in everything—because gratitude is not about pretending life is perfect, but about recognizing that God is present and working in every moment.This Thanksgiving, take the time to reflect. Look back and see how far the Lord has brought you. Remember the doors He opened, the tears He turned into wisdom, and the peace He gave when life felt uncertain. Each breath is a reminder of grace.May your gratitude become worship, and your worship become strength. As you thank God for what you have, trust Him for what is yet to come.Thank God for His faithfulness that never fails. Ask Him to teach us to live in gratitude—not just today, but every day. Ask Him to help us to see Your hand in all things and to give thanks with joyful hearts. Amen.

Isaiah 53:6King James Version6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.No matter how far we have gone, Christ still gives us access to His throne. No matter what we have done once we go to Him in sincere repentance, He forgives us. Focus on God who is our helper. Spend time in the presence of God and all will be alright.

Isaiah 53:5-7King James Version5 But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.6 All we like sheep have gone astray; we have turned every one to his own way; and the Lord hath laid on him the iniquity of us all.7 He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth: he is brought as a lamb to the slaughter, and as a sheep before her shearers is dumb, so he openeth not his mouth.No matter what we go through in life, know that God has control over our lives. Continue to seek God. Continue to trust God. Let God be Your guide. Stop complaining when you face oppression and seek God. Spend time in God's presence daily and give over everything to Him.

As a believer we don't have to be conform to the things of the world 🌎. Stand for holiness

Keep holding your head up high and trusting God. He took you out for a reason so don't look back

How ever you are feeling just know that you are not alone. know that you have a God who cares alot about you.

Never stop pushing Keep on trusting God Keep on believing that He has you covered

Whenever we feel a sense of discomfort, it's God's way of saying trust me more, don't stay there keep focus and allow God to help you. It's God's way of saying I need you to depend on me.

Being committed to things will help you feel a sense of fulfillment and help you focus on the task at hand.

Do not leave your seasons prematurely. Stay with God and allow Him to work on you to grow.

Forgiveness is more so for us than the person we are forgiving. Let go those hurt and grudges so that you can live a happy and healthy life 💕

Let us shift out mindset from saying I can't to I will do my best to get it done Another one is to say I can, I will and watch me. Keep practicing and working effectively.

Seek validation from God and not from others. Learn to speak positively over your life

REPEAT AFTER ME: I choose to let go I choose to let go off what no longer serves me well I choose to be a peace with everything around me I choose happy, love and healing I choose to let go

Philippians 4:6-8 New King James Version 6 Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; 7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus. Meditate on These Things 8 Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.

Overthinking is not healthy Overthinking will make us sick Overthinking is a habit that steals our joy, peace, hope and love. Snap out of it 😄

It's not hard to heard from God all we have to do is be still. God speaks through His words, through others and so much more. The more we spend time with God, the closer we get to Him. Don't allow your feelings to cause you to miss God's instructions.

Many of us because of fear, people's opinions and limiting beliefs of ourselves we push those good habits or skills aside. Today is that time when we will go back to the parking and pick them up. We cannot sit around feeling down all the time. Keep on working on yourself. The more you do that, it's the better you become.

Stop rushing into things. Stop running ahead of God Stop compromising God knows best and He will give us His best. When the time is right, I the Lord will make it happen according to Isaiah 60:22.

Living Mediocre is not a criteria for Christian people. We are called to live purposeful lives. So, stop speaking negative over yourself and use the word of God to minister to your life.

This is where is gets really interesting. These parts of ourselves really develop and grow when we can heal the other sides of us. During this phase we go through some things that only God could help out. Here we transition to real life 😀. We graduate college/university, get married, have kids, loose kids, went through breakups, get new job, loss jobs, gain friends, loose friends and so much more. This part of ourselves need alot of spending time with and that's why I have you writing to you today.

During our teenage years it can be alot. Teenagers often faced various challenges while navigating this part of their lives. Teenagers are precious gems and so we need to care for them alot. Speaking positive things over their lives daily can help them to reset their thinking patterns and behaviors.

Many of us as a child has been through various hurt as a child. Some of us has his those younger selves in a place where we think they will be safe. Some of those younger selves are still having triggers in our adult years and so it's very important to take the time to heal. Doing this exercise will bring for healing to the mind, body and soul. We don't have to stay trap in our hurt and pain. Give it all to God.