Category: Desire and Delight

The Bible Series: Drawing Close To God: Genesis 1

When God Speaks Into Your Life 

Genesis 1:1 New King James Version (NKJV)

The History of Creation

1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth.

New King James Version (NKJV)

This year, 2019 is coming into a CLOSE ! God has dealt with me that as we close this year He wants us to focus on HIM and begin with Him… Sometimes when we look at beginnings we assume that it has to be with money, cars, clothes, and fame.. but the BIBLE says in The Message,

Proverbs 20:21 The Message (MSG)

The Very Steps We Take

21 A bonanza at the beginning
    is no guarantee of blessing at the end.

So you may not be going into 2020 with a BMW or having your face in New York Times Square but keep going with GOD. Because even David and Joseph  had to start somewhere…. And DAVID was in waiting for decades.  

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Genesis 1:1 tells us  GOD created the heavens and the earth. As we draw close to GOD we see that we must KNOW who He is (Proverbs 9:10). As you begin to develop a relationship with God you have to acknowledge and reverence Him so that you may get prayer and life results.

But How Does This Draw Me Close To Him

Well lets look at these seven points:

  • Point 1: When God speaks into your life according to Genesis 1:2, sometimes its when we are formless and empty. Sometimes it’s when there is darkness from a bad relationship or at a time where WE need a supernatural deliverance. The Bible says in Mark,

Mark 2:17 English Standard Version (ESV)

17 And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, “Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.”

And He says in Matthew,

Matthew 21:31 English Standard Version (ESV)

31 Which of the two did the will of his father?” They said, “The first.” Jesus said to them, “Truly, I say to you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes go into the kingdom of God before you.

English Standard Version (ESV)

  • Point 2: Because of this we know that because HE came to you while you were yet in sin, in darkness… God is showing that HE sees GOOD in you according to Genesis 1:3-5.

A lot of times when it comes to ministry, a relationship with God, and big time names we think that those people are the only ones who can talk to God… but there are some anonymous, nameless, and unknown hero’s in the BIBLE. There are even some books in The Bible that tells us that the Author is Unknown (See the NLT STUDY BIBLE). So we have to understand that our relationship with GOD and if we are going to inherit the Kingdom of God is based on US . Faith without works is dead.

  • Point 3: Genesis 1:10 shows us that man cannot dictate WHO or WHEN God calls. The Bible says in Proverbs 8,

Proverbs 8:17 English Standard Version (ESV)

17 I love those who love me,
    and those who seek me diligently find me.

…. This shows me that whoever LOVES God will receive what He has for them… but you have to focus on HIM and rely on HIM as he takes you through the process of being transformed and renewed in God.

  • Point 4 : Genesis 1:6-11 NLT discusses SPACE. When you begin to draw closer to GOD he will begin to create SPACE. In your life, he will purge out all those who are wicked and evil. He is going to teach you BOUNDARIES and HEALTHY CHRIST LIKE GOALS as you begin to move forward in this life. We are living in the last days … God does not want you living with the spirit of fear but in THE FEAR OF GOD (PROVEBRS 9:10).
  • Point 5:Genesis 1:7 When GOD is forming and making you into who HE has called you to be He is going to speak over you prophetically and sing over you. WHAT GOD has spoken over you MUST come to pass…it has to. It MUST. And whether they receive it or not they will know that a prophet has been among them.

Ezekiel 2:5 New Living Translation (NLT)

5 And whether they listen or refuse to listen—for remember, they are rebels—at least they will know they have had a prophet among them.

New Living Translation (NLT)

  • Point 6: Genesis 1:9-12 says “the land produced vegetation.”  When God produces something it is formed for a purpose. As you draw close to God, He is going to begin to form you into your purpose. Whether it is to be a TEACHER to be a intercessor for children… Whether it is to be a Gym Teacher to be a GOD sent intercessor for children against bullying. Or whether it is to be a  Counselor to lead children to CHRIST and to pray… Whatever your purpose is on this earth… when YOU draw close to God his purpose in you MUST be fulfilled and revealed.
  • Point 7: Throughout Genesis 1 one of the secrets or mysteries is that we have to learn how to WAIT. Not to long ago God told me, “It is better to wait than for it not to happen at all.”  During the process and with God you have to wait and allow God to finish His GOOD work in YOU, He is going to perfect that which concerns you according to The WORD OF GOD.

Psalm 138:8 King James Version (KJV)

8 The Lord will perfect that which concerneth me: thy mercy, O Lord, endureth for ever: forsake not the works of thine own hands.

King James Version (KJV)

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So today as the LORD moves in your life and you begin to move on into the next year… Be focused on GOD and be determined to read the entire BIBLE, the back of the BIBLE has yearly BIBLE study plans… Genesis 1 will draw you closer to GOD and push you into the secret place so that GOD will form your purpose.

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“You Shall Drink From The Brook”

In life we go through hard seasons where it feels like God has completely abandoned us. It feels like God is nowhere to be found. In The Bible Numbers 23:19 tells us that God is a not a man that He should lie nor a son of man that He SHOULD repent !

So whatever you are going through today know that God is with you.

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Eat and Drink ! Finding Joy In The Hard Times

Ecclesiastes 2:24-25 New International Version (NIV)

24 A person can do nothing better than to eat and drink and find satisfaction in their own toil. This too, I see, is from the hand of God, 25 for without him, who can eat or find enjoyment?

Everyone goes through HARD TIMES, but what does The Bible say? I have learned to lack and experience overwhelming abundance! (Philippians 4:12-13 TPT)

When we go through hard times the devil has a knack of swarming you with lies to make you feel like God is no where to be found…. BUT LET ME tell you something. God is omnipresent which means He Is Everywhere… When our Lord Jesus Christ was being crucified He said very powerful things that show we have moments that we have to ask God… why?

  1. “Father Forgive Them For They Know Not What They Do” – (Luke 23:34)
  2. “Nevertheless Not My Will, But Thine, Be Done.” – (Luke 22:42 KJV)
  3. “A kiss, Judas? Are You Really Going To Betray The Son of Man With A Kiss?” – (Luke 22:35 TPT)
  4. “You Are The Ones Who Say I Am.” – (Luke 22:70 TPT)
  5. “Daughters of Jerusalem, do not weep for me; weep for yourselves and for your children.” – (Luke 23:28 NIV)
  6. “Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise.” – Luke 23:43 NIV
  7. “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” – Luke 23:46 NIV

In life we go through cross carrying days. We have to. Sometimes all you can do is pray and rest.

When I Was In The Wilderness

In Lancaster, California… In the desert… On The other side of the Mountain I LEARNED how to be grateful and abound with nothing. In my hard times I learned how to enjoy the portions of food God gave me. If I am shopping at The Dollar Store for groceries or Whole Foods, I will STILL BLESS GOD. Today do not complain so much about money but focus on God. The Bible tells us that your wealth will sprout wings and go (Proverbs 23:5). You have to learn that The PROVISION of God carries you into places of Favor, Grace, and Promotion even your Salvation where MONEY will never carry you.

This Even Ties Into Marriage

God has shown me that 2020 is the year of Marriage… Now whether you keep your marriage past 40 days is up to you. What Does The Bible say? Money is the root of all evil . Would you let money be the downfall of your marriage?

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Scenario: Lets says your future husband has a jealous banker…. and all of sudden. The Bank Account is frozen…. And the jealous banker is saying ” We don’t know when this is going to be worked out.”

Are you

A) Going To Leave your God sent husband like a fool and go chase your stupid old boyfriend

B) Stay With Him (your God sent husband), Pray and cover Him As God Works This Out… While Trusting God

C) Or choose B because its the correct answer.

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Well if you chose B or C you passed the test. Amen? Amen .. In Jesus Name.

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Let me tell you something, when you are dealing with money and banks it can TAKE YEARS for things to get worked out. It Can Take MONTHS… DAYS.. WEEKS…. That is not a excuse to abandon your future marriage.

So take these seasons of being moneyless to draw closer to God, because their could be a major reward waiting for you at the end of this test.

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Devotional: Is It Time For Me To Leave

God Cares About Your Safety

I am firm believer that we as Christian’s take GRACE way to far. Grace is not spitting on your spouse and then apologizing for it later … expecting everything to be ok. Grace is not punching your husband/or wife in a dosmetic violence situation and then praying for God to forgive you.. GRACE is not child abuse and sexual exploitation. Grace is the love and blood that JESUS shed on the cross for our sins.. To call those who were unworthy to preach HIS gospel of repentance to the nations. That is grace.

Proverbs 31:30 says

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By HIS grace I have been saved… but it is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ… because He Is Coming soon.

but He has said to me, “My grace is sufficient for you [My lovingkindness and My mercy are more than enough—always available—regardless of the situation]; for [My] power is being perfected [and is completed and shows itself most effectively] in [your] weakness.” Therefore, I will all the more gladly boast in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ [may completely enfold me and] may dwell in me. So I am well pleased with weaknesses, with insults, with distresses, with persecutions, and with difficulties, for the sake of Christ; for when I am weak [in human strength], then I am strong [truly able, truly powerful, truly drawing from God’s strength]. Now I have become foolish; you have forced me [by questioning my apostleship]. Actually I should have been commended by you [instead of being treated disdainfully], for I was not inferior to those super-apostles, even if I am nobody. The signs that indicate a genuine apostle were performed among you fully and most patiently—signs and wonders and miracles. For in what respect were you treated as inferior to the rest of the churches, except [for the fact] that I did not burden you [with my financial support]? Forgive me [for doing you] this injustice!
2 CORINTHIANS 12:9‭-‬13 AMP
https://bible.com/bible/1588/2co.12.9-13.AMP

Grace will you carry you through the hard times… Grace is NOT a band-aid over abuse. You reap what you sow. With that being said.. God is calling his people out of abusive marriages. According to Malachi 3 there should be a difference of his people and the world.. There is about to be a SERIOUS distinction. If you are in a abusive household do not turn against those who are trying to help you and trust God to carry you through the healing process. God bless you guys.

Prayer

God I pray that you deliver those who want to be free from abusive marriages in Jesus Name –

So if the Son makes you free, then you are unquestionably free.
JOHN 8:36 AMP
https://bible.com/bible/1588/jhn.8.36.AMP

God hear the cry of the people I pray that you move past fears and run to the arms of the Father.

Amen.

In Christ With Love ,

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What I Learned From Ruth

May the Lord repay you for what you have done. May you be richly rewarded by the Lord , the God of Israel, under whose wings you have come to take refuge.”
Ruth 2:12 NIV
https://ruth.bible/ruth-2-12

Coming Back To God

I am someone who left God , went back to sin …. got destroyed … and then came back to God… And this is what I learned from Ruth.

It Doesn’t Matter

When I was sin I used to date drug dealers and men who were in gangs. Actually I left God and yet He was still calling me … telling me to return unto Him. And I did… but I had to deal with the natural consequences of my sin.

When Boaz had finished eating and drinking and was in good spirits, he went over to lie down at the far end of the grain pile. Ruth approached quietly, uncovered his feet and lay down. In the middle of the night something startled the man; he turned—and there was a woman lying at his feet! “Who are you?” he asked. “I am your servant Ruth,” she said. “Spread the corner of your garment over me, since you are a guardian-redeemer of our family.” “The Lord bless you, my daughter,” he replied. “This kindness is greater than that which you showed earlier: You have not run after the younger men, whether rich or poor. And now, my daughter, don’t be afraid. I will do for you all you ask. All the people of my town know that you are a woman of noble character.
Ruth 3:7‭-‬11 NIV
https://bible.com/bible/111/rut.3.7-11.NIV

Marriage Is Beautiful

I guess when it comes to marriage I’m kind of like the Apostle Paul. I never wanted to be married because I was always able to take care of myself. I never needed anyone and I was kind of prideful about it… Until I lost everything … I never knew how mean people can be when your heart is broken because I always had money… I used money to fill voids of pain and accept my hurt when it was gone…

But How Does This Relate To Ruth

Ruth lost her husband and had to leave her family.. (Ruth 1:16-17) she had to leave something that was dead and trust God through poverty, through work, and a new found faith. What is dead in your life ? I know for me my old life in California , my wealth , and my dreams are dead… and I have left my family like Ruth … and somehow I have to faith it and gather the strength like Ruth to move forward ..

I love Ruth’s character … because let me tell you dating thugs and drug dealers are not it honey .. trust me I know from experience.

Boaz was a older man I believe and that’s beautiful. Because of Ruth I have lost the desire for a worldly man. A man that fears God, loves the Bible, and is stable is a good man. Not these stupid rappers and drug dealers… that’s a fantasy that I dont want.

A Woman

I have learned like Gomer … you can leave God and be with men that buy you things but the moment … you hold your ground and your foundations of God kick in they are going to leave you. A man that loves God is a man for me. Christian men (real Christian men not pretenders) are the men that women should desire…. who wants a thug when you can have God ?

After the Sin

You’re left with a broken heart…. but if you work and trust God like Ruth HE (Psalm 24) will redeem you.. God I thank you in advance …

Today

Think about your dating choices as a Christian because they matter. Dont pursue thugs, drug dealers , rappers, and men who ONLY talk about money.

Focus on God… if God sends you a prophet as a husband love him…dont make fun of him for loving God…. if He sends a witness as your husband love him… because trust me life of the other side of recovery isn’t easy. Think before you act in your relationships and ask for wisdom.

Amen ? Amen.

By His Grace ❤

Ruth 4:13

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