Today, we're diving deep into the comforting truth that no matter what we face, God is aware and his eyes are on us. One undeniable fact we all quickly come to accept as we journey through life is that challenges and problems will never cease on this side of eternity. But here's the truth: God is heavily invested in you and cares deeply about you.
In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the struggle of control versus surrender in our faith journey. Join us as we explore the powerful testimonies of biblical figures and uncover valuable lessons about trust, obedience, and the transformative power of surrendering our worries. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by life’s demands or seeking guidance on how to deepen your faith, this episode offers insights and encouragement to help you navigate your journey. Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to reflect on what it truly means to let go and trust in God’s perfect plan! As a reminder of His faithfulness, we reflect on Joshua 21:24 (NIV): “Not one of all the LORD’s good promises to Israel failed; everyone was fulfilled.”
In today's episode, we’re diving into a topic that touches each of us: the importance of breaking up our fallow ground. Each of us has uncultivated ground in our lives that we have yet to put to productive use. Waiting can prevent us from cultivating our unplowed fields. We tend to postpone what needs to be done, putting our lives on pause in certain areas. Sometimes, we indulge in unwholesome habits, justifying them by the seeming lack of answers to our prayers. But God calls us to cultivate our lives, to sow seeds of righteousness, and to prepare our hearts for the blessings He has in store. Join me as we discover practical steps to break up the unplowed ground in our lives and embrace the fruitful harvest that awaits us. Hosea 10:12 (EASY): "Be like a farmer who plants good seed. Plant things that are good and right. Then your harvest will be faithful love. Plough the hard ground and prepare it for the LORD to bless you. It is time for you to turn back to the LORD. Then he will bless you with good things, like rain that falls on the ground!"
Life is full of transitions, and recognizing when one season is ending and another is beginning can be both a challenge and an opportunity. We’ll explore how to discern these shifts, respond to prophetic words, and take actionable steps to embrace the new things God is doing in our lives. Join me as we reflect on biblical examples and practical applications that can guide us through our own seasons of change. Isaiah 43:18-19 (AMP): Do not remember the former things, or ponder the things of the past. Listen carefully, I am about to do a new thing; now it will spring forth. Will you not be aware of it? I will even put a road in the wilderness and rivers in the desert.
In today’s episode, we tackle one of life's most challenging experiences—waiting. Have you ever felt frustrated or hopeless while waiting for something good to happen in your life? You’re not alone! Join us as we explore the profound truth that waiting is not a passive act but a powerful expression of faith and expectation. Through biblical insights from Micah, Lamentations, and Psalms, we’ll discover how trusting God during our waiting periods can transform our perspective. Whether you’re waiting for a breakthrough in your family, healing from a difficult situation, or guidance in your life, this episode will encourage you to embrace your waiting with hope and confidence. We’ll also take a moment to pray for those who are currently in a season of waiting, inviting God’s peace and strength into our lives. Tune in to find inspiration and encouragement as we learn to look expectantly for the Lord and trust in His plans for us! But as for me, I will look expectantly for the LORD; I will keep watch; I will wait with confident expectation for the God of my salvation. My God will hear me. Micah 7:7 AMP
Life is marked by constant troubles; each of us faces circumstances that are beyond our control, for which we are believing God to show up for us. Choosing joy amidst chaos is something we learn; it is not conferred upon us miraculously Welcome once again to Episode 101, where we delve into the importance of maintaining focus and perspective in our lives. Today, we'll explore how we can find settled joy even in times of trouble, drawing inspiration from Psalm 16 and Romans 12:2.
Welcome to this week’s episode of Believe and Declare podcast. Today, we embark on a journey to understand and embrace one of the most profound and transformative aspects of our spiritual lives: God’s love for us. As we explore the theme, "Embracing God’s Love for You," we’ll delve into what it truly means to experience divine love, how it can transform our daily lives, and practical steps to open our hearts to this boundless and unconditional affection. Whether you’re feeling distant from your faith or looking to deepen your relationship with God, this episode is for you. So, sit back, relax, and let’s explore the incredible journey of embracing God’s love for us together What marvelous love the Father has extended to us! Just look at it—we’re called children of God! That’s who we really are. 1 John 3:1a MSG
Join us as we explore the concept of God's perfect timing and how it is intricately connected to His watchful oversight from behind the scenes in today's episode. Have you ever felt like God is quietly watching 'behind the scenes,' and questioned whether His timing is off? Rest assured, God’s timing is never off. While it may seem like He is silent or distant, He is keenly aware of everything you're going through. When the right moment arrives, God knows exactly where, how, and when to act. As Psalm 102:13 (AMP) beautifully reminds us: 'You will arise and have compassion on Zion, For it is time to be gracious and show favor to her; Yes, the appointed time [the moment designated] has come.'
In this week's episode, we delve into the theme of disruptions through the lens of biblical stories. We explore how change can be embraced as a catalyst for growth and transformation, empowering you to face change with faith, resilience, and a growth mindset. Think very carefully about your choices. Haggai 1:5 & 7
This episode is perfect for anyone who feels stuck in a waiting season or is seeking ways to make the most out of these seemingly stagnant periods. Join us as we learn to embrace waiting not as wasted time, but as a valuable phase of active engagement and growth. "That is why waiting does not diminish us, any more than waiting diminishes a pregnant mother. We are enlarged in the waiting. We, of course, don’t see what is enlarging us. But the longer we wait, the larger we become, and the more joyful our expectancy." Romans 8:24-25 MSG
Welcome to today’s episode of "Trusting God Against the Odds," where we delve into the challenging yet rewarding journey of maintaining faith when the circumstances seem insurmountable. In this episode, we explore how believers can hold onto their trust in God’s plan, even when the path ahead is obscured by trials and uncertainties. As we navigate through heartfelt discussions on the power of faith during life’s storms, the resilience required to overcome doubts, and the peace that comes from surrendering our deepest fears to God, we invite you to reflect on your own experiences. How have you witnessed God’s hand in your life when the odds were stacked against you? What scriptures have anchored you in times of trial? Join us as we uncover stories of remarkable faith and divine intervention that demonstrate God's unfailing presence and support, even in the darkest moments. Whether you’re currently facing a giant in your life or you’re supporting someone in their battle, this episode is a testament to the strength that comes from trusting God against all odds. Keep trusting in the Lord and do what is right in his eyes. Fix your heart on the promises of God, and you will dwell in the land, feasting on his faithfulness. Find your delight and true pleasure in Yahweh, and he will give you what you desire the most. Give God the right to direct your life, and as you trust him along the way, you’ll find he pulled it off perfectly! Psalms 37:3-5 TPT
It is okay to you acknowledge and assess the problem; you shouldn’t live in denial. But don’t stop there; there are a couple of things you can do at such times, and we will be considering one of them today. And since we have the same spirit of faith, according to what is written, “I believed and therefore I spoke,” we also believe and therefore speak 2 Corinthians 4:13 NKJV Don’t allow hopelessness and despair get the better of you, arise and speak
We frequently lose sight of God's immeasurable grace in our lives when we are in need. We are so preoccupied with what we lack or the situation we are in that we fail to recognize that God is still mindful of us. 1 Peter 5:7 AMP- Casting all your cares [all your anxieties, all your worries, and all your concerns, once and for all] on Him, for He cares about you [with deepest affection, and watches over you very carefully].
You are precious and honored in God's sight. He sees you and is present in that struggle. Don’t allow the enemy to deceive you; God’s love is steadfast and unwavering. He is concerned for men and animals alike. I urge you to use this method for all of your concerns, fears, worries, and other issues. After acknowledging them, weigh them against God's steadfast love and faithfulness. Your unfailing love, O Lord, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds. Your righteousness is like the mighty mountains, your justice like the ocean depths. You care for people and animals alike, O Lord. How precious is your unfailing love, O God! All humanity finds shelter in the shadow of your wings. Psalm 36:5-7 New Living Translation
Faith speaks what it believes. We have the same Spirit of faith that is described in the Scriptures when it says, “First I believed, then I spoke in faith.” So we also first believe then speak in faith. 2 Corinthians 4:13 TPT
We are in a time where everything that was previously fruitless and barren will be fruitful and overflow with fruits. “Behold, the days are coming,” says the Lord, “When the plowman shall overtake the one who gathers the harvest, And the one who treads the grapes [shall overtake] him who sows the seed [for the harvest continues until planting time]; When the mountains will drip sweet wine And all the hills shall melt [that is, everything that was once barren will overflow with streams of blessing]. Amos 9:13 AMP
Imagine the wilderness whooping for joy, the desert’s unbridled happiness with its spring flowers. It will happen! The deserts will come alive with new growth budding and blooming, singing and celebrating with sheer delight. The glory of Lebanon’s cedars and the majesty of Carmel and Sharon will spill over to the deserts. The glory of the Eternal One will be on full display there, and they will revel in the majestic splendor of our God. Isaiah 35:1-2 Voice Yet at the scent of water [the stump of the tree] will flourish And bring forth sprigs and shoots like a seedling. Job 14:9 AMP
Now it happened after many days that the word of the Lord came to Elijah in the third year, saying, “Go, show yourself to Ahab, and I will send rain on the face of the earth.” Now Elijah said to Ahab, “Go up, eat and drink, for there is the sound of the roar of an abundance of rain.” In a little while the sky grew dark with clouds and wind, and there were heavy showers. And Ahab mounted and rode [his chariot] and went [inland] to [a]Jezreel. 1 kings 18: 1, 41, & 45 Voice For all the years of your waiting and seeming drought situations, I declare the rain is here and in abundance.
God is actively watching over his word to accomplish it You may have prayed for days, months, and even years, and you are yet to see his promises fulfilled. Don’t give up hope; the promises are now about to be fulfilled, not in the distant future. No, they are about to happen. The healing, victory, children & all you have been believing are here. Things may still look like they have always been, but don’t be discouraged; the time is now. Continue to hold fast to the hope you acknowledge without wavering, for the One who made the promise is trustworthy. Jeremiah 1:12 AMPC Then said the Lord to me, You have seen well, for I am alert and active, watching over My word to perform it.
As we go through life, there are events and circumstances that might make us feel embarrassed and humiliated, for no fault of our own. I love that this scripture and others like it were recorded for us because it shows it is possible for a reproach of many years to be removed in a day. Then the Lord said to Joshua, “This day I have rolled away the reproach (derision, ridicule) of Egypt from you.” So the name of that place is called Gilgal (rolling) to this day. Joshua 5:9