Master

“You are the master of your destiny. You can influence, direct and control your own environment. You can make your life what you want it to be.”- Napoleon Hill

I think that sometimes we forget how much power we truly have. I think that we forget that we are created in the image of God. I think we forget that we are children of the King. I think we forget that a crown rests upon our head. We are the descendants of survivors. We are our ancestors wildest dreams.  We are Masters, not slaves. We are royalty. We are a royal priesthood. We are influencers. We are trendsetters. We are chosen. 

Kairos

There are key moments in our life that define us. It could be the day you graduated from high school or college. It could be the day you had your first child. It could be the day you got married.  It could be the day someone close to you died. Victories and tragedies have a way of shaping our lives. Some events catapult us into destiny, while others cause us to take pause. Kairos is an Ancient Greek word meaning the right, critical or opportune moment. We might not always recognize these as kairos moments, but they are crossroads. These moments have the ability to shift our lives. Take advantage of every opportunity given to you. Don't just knock, kick the door of opportunity open. Seize the moment. Take a chance. Live!

Perfect Peace

I've probably had more conversations about race in America more this week than I have had in a long time. I've been reminded of America's dark history that we still refuse to confront. I've seen pictures that resemble the lynch mobs of 1919. I've seen things reminiscent of Jim Crow and Reconstruction, and it saddens me. In 2017, we are seeing the same racial atrocities that occurred centuries ago. It seems like we are moving backward. We cannot afford for history to repeat itself.       Peace usually follows war. There is no need for peace when there is no violence and chaos. As much as we may not understand why all these things are happening, maybe this is necessary for us to finally address America's original sin; not greed, but racism. Maybe this is the catalyst for the change we want and desire. Maybe this is America's necessary evil to achieve perfect peace. 

Position

Sometimes, I feel like I should be further along than I am. I tend to forget my past accomplishments and only focus on what's not working now. It's easy to forget yesterday's victory. It's easy to not notice all the progress you've made. Sometimes, we forget the destination and only see our current position. Our perspective on our position needs to change. Think of your position as preparation for your next victory. You are gaining skills you will need in the next season of your life. Maybe you are being taught a lesson in patience. Maybe you are in the midst of a season of rest because you never take the time to when you are busy. Maybe you are recovering from a setback or a breakup. Whatever position you are in, there is a purpose. You may not understand it now, but in time you will. Learn today's lesson. Gain a new perspective, and play your position. 

Manifest

As a child, I loved hearing creation stories. I was amazed at how much detail was put into our existence. There is so much beauty to admire, from the stars in the sky to the hidden treasures we continue to discover. Life is a beautiful journey of self-discovery. Everyday, we have the ability to create. Everyday, we make choices that manifest our destiny. We possess the power of creation. We have the ability to change our mind and our circumstances with a word. We can use words that empower us or words that hinder us. We can deny our greatness or we can embrace it. We can manifest our hidden treasures or we can keep them buried. We were all created with a purpose in mind. Manifest your purpose. Manifest your destiny. Manifest your dreams. Speak life. 

Detour

Before I leave my house, I always check my GPS to see how long it is going to take for me to arrive at my destination. I always try to give myself a 15 minute cushion for any delays. However, once I get in the car my GPS will update my route with the current traffic conditions. Sometimes, there is traffic or an accident which affects my original drive time. So, what would originally be a 45 minute commute can quickly turn into an hour and a half easily in Atlanta traffic. Depending on the cause, there may be lane closures or suggested detours. I despise detours. Most of us do.

We have a plan set in motion, a specific route, and a predetermined destination. We understand things happen, but we can become easily frustrated when plans change. Truth is....we don't like change or interference of any kind. We don't trust alternative facts. We want things to go according to OUR plan. If nothing else, life has taught me that things don't always go according to plan. Plans change. Situations change. Things change. Change is the constant. Detours are inevitable. The great thing about a detour is that it doesn't change the destination only the route to get there. Yes, it may take more time. Yes, it may be uncomfortable. Yes, it may be inconvenient, but it is necessary. 

Destination

You should always have a destination in mind. A place that you would like to end up. A goal. Some destinations can be short term goals, and some can be long term goals. Goals give your life direction. They give your life meaning. Purpose. Insight. What do you want to accomplish today? What do you want to experience this month? Where would you like to travel this year? All of these are destinations. Create your own adventure. Experience all that life has to offer. Pick a destination and make steps towards that journey. 

"The bottom line is: We must be working on arriving at the destination for which we were put on this planet."- Yehuda Berg