When the World Says Give Up, God Says Move Forward

If a house is divided against itself, that house cannot stand. – Mark 3:25

Yes, the world is in chaos, your home may be in chaos.  And it’s possible for you to be at peace, even in the midst of challenges.  Just know there is hope.  We cannot control the things that happen and how other people behave, but we can control how we respond to them.  What is the best way that you can respond to the chaos around you? How can you create peace under the pressure?  Remember that a diamond is created under great pressure and is one of the most valuable jewels on earth. You are priceless and valuable with a testimony to share.   Now is the time for both prayer and action. If not now, then when? If not you, then who?  What are you called to be, do, and have?

Here are 3 steps on how to peacefully pivot into your calling:

1. Lean In. – Acknowledge your thoughts and emotions.  It is okay not to be okay.  Gain awareness of your thoughts and feelings. What we think and feel, we do.  The motive behind oppression is to suppress the greatness that is already inside us all.  Everyone, including you, was born with a lion inside just waiting to break free and live with purpose, passion, and prosperity.  What is God and your lion inside saying to you?

“Trust in the Lord with all of your heart, and lean not on your own understanding, in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will direct your path.” – Proverbs 3:5-6

2. Let Go. – Yes, easier said than done, and it’s so worth it!  In order to attain something (a goal), we must give up thoughts, feelings,            things, and even people we’ve been holding on to. Perhaps it’s unforgiveness, resentment, bitterness, trust issues, or a job that no longer serves us. Even letting go mentally and emotionally can allow a greater focus on God and our callings. What must you let gohttps://www.healthline.com/health/how-to-let-go of what’s holding us back in order to step into the greatest version of yourself so that you can become who you’ve been called to be?  What’s distracting you?  What are things that are truly preventing you from being the fruit of the spirit?

“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” Jeremiah 29:11

3. Move Forward. – Challenge yourself to become the Fruit that bears much harvest so that you can positively impact your world. It only takes the faith of a mustard seed.  This includes self-care because you can’t pour out from an empty cup.  Image feeling safe, secure, and supported at all times, even in the midst of any challenges.  Consider entrepreneurship to achieve total freedom and showing others how to do the same.  Take action to expand your supportive environments so that you can achieve what you’ve been called to do.  Don’t go the battle alone, have support.