Fresh Anointing

Every time I hear the word, “anointing” I think about David and his brothers. 1 Samuel 16 speaks about the prophet Samuel coming to Jesse’s home. He meets seven of Jesse’s sons and then sends for the eighth son, David. Samuel anointed David in the presence of his brothers. The little shepherd boy tending to the sheep was God’s anointed. It wasn’t the oldest or the strongest. It wasn’t the smartest or even the seventh. It was the one everyone discounted. I want to remind you that in this season of newness, God is doing a new thing. God is looking for a remnant. God is sending a fresh anointing. It won’t be given to the expected. It won’t be given to the obvious choice. It will be given to the faithful. To those of you who have been serving and have been overlooked….your time is coming. To those of you who have been consistent and dedicated, God sees you. A fresh anointing is coming and it won’t miss you. Just like David, someone will send for you because purpose comes to a place. Continue praying. Continue serving. Continue being faithful because a fresh anointing is coming.

Discover

“Man cannot discover new oceans unless he has the courage to lose sight of the shore.” Andre Gide

Fear of the unknown immobilizes us. In order to discover the mysteries of ourselves and the world around us, we must venture into the unknown. We have to try new things. We have to travel to new places. We have to experience something new. Discovery exists beyond our comfort zone. Sometimes, we need our hearts to race. We need to push past the fear. We need to discover.

Proceed

Shall I proceed? Sometimes, we find ourselves asking for permission. We want to know if we are going in the right direction or if we need to course correct. We are on the right path. We are heading in the right direction. We are walking in purpose in the direction of our destiny. Go forward. Have great expectations for this next year of your life. There is more God has for you. Be renewed in your mind and your heart. Proceed!

Hold On

Hold on. Don't give up. You’re closer than you think. It's almost over. You can do it. Change is coming. Every now and again, we need encouragement. We need a cheerleader. We need to be reminded of our own strength. It's something about this time of year that makes us feel some kinda way. We start to think about all our unfinished projects and goals we didn't accomplish. Guess what?! It’s okay. Hold on! Things will get better. You will be motivated again. You will accomplish those goals. Just hold on!

Learn

They say you learn something new every day. I can say that I really do learn something new every day. I learn new information. I learn about myself. I learn about my triggers and my limits. I learn to listen when my body speaks. I learn how others respond to me and how I respond in return. I learn to pay attention to everyone around me. What did you learn today? Pay attention. Every day is a new opportunity to learn to learn every minute of your life. 

"Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it's at work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and savored." -Earl Nightingale
 

Change

Change is all around us. The weather changes. The seasons change. Time changes. People change. Life happens all around us, yet many of us struggle with change. Change is a constant. Embrace it. Do something new. Cut your hair. Try that new restaurant. Take the scenic route to work. Change is good for the soul. Sometimes, change is the very thing we need.

Convergence

It's all coming together. You are standing on the precipice of promise. The terrain is rough. The sky looks grey. Storms are looming, but in the distance the sun is breaking through the clouds. Admire the view. Appreciate what you've been  through. Remember the lessons. Celebrate the new beginning. Life is a convergence of circumstances and opportunities. It is full of intersections of purpose and provision, and of desperation and hope. Don't give up! Things are happening. You're moving in the right direction. You're on the cusp of something great.