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Have you ever chased something or someone thinking it would fulfill your life? What about doing something your way multiple times thinking it would bring you complete and utter satisfaction? I know you have felt it a few times here and there, but the pleasures of this world are monetarily. Not only are you enjoying it for a brief moment, but you'll be feeling regret, shame, and suffering the consequences longer than when you first started.

The pleasures of the world (fornication, adultery, partying, smoking, drinking, and more) can't fill the empty hole you have in your heart. What this world provides can't help you reach your goals, or make your prayers get answered quicker. Only a single being can. His name is Jesus Christ.

Christ has said it multiple times in many different ways that He has you on His mind 24/7, 7 days a week, 365 days a year. Psalm 55:22 and 1 Peter 5:7 both share that the Lord wants to be the one you run to when you're confused, in distress, anxious, hurting, struggling, grieving, ill, lost, and more. This world has no love for you. It only wants to take and take. But Christ? He wants to give you love, peace, assurance, blessings, health, and more than you can imagine.

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Anger is a very scary thing in your life. Getting blinded by your rage will produce so many consequences in your life. You're left alone and without the people who care and love you. When you're angry you do things that you regret. People are scared of standing near you or being alone with you. Violence, anger, jealousy, and more will certainly put a huge gap between you and the Lord if you don't fix it. James 1:20 clearly states, 'Human anger does not produce the righteousness God desires.'

When you finally have a clear head, you realize the harm you did while angry. Don't take your anger out on your family, friends, and innocent strangers. Stop burning up people's small businesses. Stop beating on senior citizens. Stop hurting your spouse. Stop harming your children. Stop hurting people who don't even know your first name.

Pray and vent all of your anger to the Lord. He wants to hear from you. He wants to solve your problems, and help you get through the day. But if you continue to take the situation into your own hands, especially using violent tactics, you're going to hurt yourself and the people around you. My brothers and sisters, you won't like the end results if you don't stop.

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Many times when we see others prospering in life, the enemy (who we rebuke in the mighty name of Jesus Christ) starts whispering lies into our ears.

1. Jesus forgot about you.

2. You're not getting blessed anymore because you've sinned too much.

3. Your time has passed.

4. You've done nothing to make Jesus proud of you, or worthy to receive anything from Him.

5. Jesus changed His mind about you.

And much more. Sometimes we actually believe those lies. But remember what John 14:6 says, 'Jesus said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life."' What He says is the absolute truth. Christ has not finished with you, no matter what you've done or what people around you say. God is so perfect and abounding in grace that He is not a man, that He should lie. Nor is He a human being that He would change His mind. My brothers and sisters please remember, when God speaks He never fails to act, and He never EVER breaks His promises. Read Numbers 23:19 for yourselves.

Let others have their moment to shine. Let them celebrate with their blessings. And just remember what Ecclesiastes 3:1 says. 'There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.'

Your time will come. You'll soon celebrate, cry tears of joy, share your testimony of how Jesus changed your story, and much more. Keep waiting. Keep believing in the One who made the promise with you, because Jesus has you on His radar 24/7.

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Hebrews 4:13 says, 'Nothing in all creation is hidden from God. Everything is naked and exposed before His eyes, and He is the one to whom we are accountable.' Your thoughts, actions, past, present, and future are all visible to our Sovereign Creator. Time is not a factor for our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, who knows when the next time you'll fall, and the next time you'll rise in victory.

Nothing surprises the Lord. He knew Goliath would fall to David. And He also knew that David would commit multiple mistakes as an adult and king, committing adultery with Bathsheba and killing Uriah. The Lord knew full well what Saul of Tarsus was going to do to the church even before his birth. And the Lord also knew that Paul, formerly known as Saul, would be an important person in spreading the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Basically, Christ already knew when we would rebel against Him, never regretting dying on the cross for us. He still loves us unconditionally because for every sin there's grace and mercy.

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In Luke 5:4, Jesus instructed a hardworking and struggling fisherman named Simon to go out deeper into the sea, and to let down his nets to catch fish. According to Mathew 17:27, Jesus Christ told Peter to go down to the lake and throw in a line. With the first fish he caught, Peter needed to open it's mouth because a large silver coin would be inside. That would be used to pay the tax for both him and Jesus Christ. Do you remember when Jesus Christ met with the Samaritan woman in John chapter 4?

In John 4:17-18, Jesus Christ knew exactly the living situation of the woman without her having to say one word to Him. Basically, nothing nor anyone can escape the sight of the Lord Jesus Christ. What did the Psalmist write in Psalm 139:7? 'I can never escape from Your Spirit! I can never get away from Your presence!' Brothers and sisters, Jesus Christ has His divine holy eyes on us all 24/7, seven days a week, 365 days a year. He loves us that much.

A stalker is a person who harasses or persecutes someone with unwanted and obsessive attention. The Lord is a protective Creator and Father who simply wants the absolute best for us. Before we even think about it or even say a word, Jesus Christ already knows what we need to keep on living. He knows what we're lacking. He also knows what kind of dirty thoughts cross our mind, and what we do behind closed doors, in dark places, and more.

You can't escape His sight. So there's no use in hoping God is busy elsewhere, or trying to hide in any part of the world. If you're sinning, simply ask for the Lord's forgiveness and for His holy strength so you can combat against the enemy's fiery darts. And if you're struggling in life, prayer has NEVER failed a child of God. Prayer has always given my brothers and sisters in Christ the victory. The Lord knows about your situation. So don't fret. Jesus Christ is about to come to your rescue.

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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

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But if we confess our sins to Him, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.-1 John 1:9

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Whoever said you had to come to the throne of Christ completely perfect? Where in the Bible does it say that your past and sins can never be forgiven by The Great I Am? Do you actually believe you're completely and utterly unforgivable because you keep going back to your sin?

Everyone on this planet struggles with a weakness. It doesn't matter if they're rich or poor, young and old, in or out of the church, we humans struggle daily with the flesh. But the amazing thing is that Christ is always available to help us in our battles against our weaknesses. He never abandons us, nor does He get tired when we earnestly call out to Him for help.

You're not alone brothers and sisters. You don't have to be perfect for the Lord to forgive and use you. He sees that you want to stop and no longer be a slave to your weakness. Run to Christ. When we're weak, He's always strong for us.

And remember, you're not worthless or dirty to accept Him into your life. Christ is waiting for you to invite Him into your heart.

Do it now!

Repeat after this: "Father Lord, forgive me of my sins. Jesus Christ I recognize and realize that I'm a sinner. I need You in my heart and my life. Please wash my sins away with Your precious blood. Make me a new creation, and write my name in the Book of Life. Amen."

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The pleasures of this world will put smiles on our faces for no more than a few short hours. But the consequences of this world are long and painful. James 4:4 tells us loud and clear that 'if we want to be a friend of the world, you make yourself an enemy of God.' Romans 14:8 even says 'if we live, it’s to honor the Lord. And if we die, it’s to honor the Lord. So whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.'

Nothing nor anyone should take the Lord's place in your life. Make sure each time you are blessed with the opportunity to get in and out of bed, you do what is written in Deuteronomy 6:5.

''And you must love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, and all your strength.' When people in your life bring up the so called "good times" you shared with them, never be ashamed to remind them that you are now a new creation, a child of the living God. Ask the Lord to kill the old you once and for all, while also praying that He helps you in completely devoting your life to Him. This world has so many things to offer us. However, they also leave a heavy burden on our shoulders, making us look back in shame and regret.

However, the Blood of Christ gives us a clean new slate. When He cleanses us from our past mistakes, make sure you use your new found time and energy in serving the Lord and reminding the world that Jesus Christ can save them also.

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Prayer isn't only to obtain materialistic things. It's also a way to communicate with our Sovereign Lord and Savior. Prayer allows us to see what diabolical plans the enemy, who we rebuke in the name of Jesus Christ, has for us and how to avoid them. Prayer also helps us make the best decision in our lives, and the lives for our loved ones. Prayer shouldn't be done only when bad things are happening in our lives. And if you didn't know, prayer isn't meant to be just for you.

2 Chronicles 7:14, Job 42:10, Matthew 5:44 and many other verses shows us that every person on the face of this planet needs prayer. You're not the only one who's struggling in life. You're not the only one seeking the presence of the Lord in your situation. That's why we need to intercede on the behalf of our family, friends, brothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, and even our own enemies. However, prayer can only be done when we tell our flesh to take a backseat.

Prayer isn't a waste of time. It's a source of reprieve, a way to communicate with our Heavenly Father and Creator, a way to vent, a way to obtain more than materialistic blessings, and more. Don't just bend your knees and call out to the Lord when you're suffering. Also bend your knees and call out to the Lord when you're smiling big and wide.

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Whenever we're preaching and teaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ, whether through social media or in person, we're always met with opposition from individuals blinded by the god of this world. The devil, who we rebuke in the name of Jesus Christ, doesn't want anyone to receive Jesus Christ in their lives. He doesn't want anyone's name to be written in the Book of Life, only for them to continue sinning and head straight down to hell.

But Mark 16:15 and Acts 20:24 instructs us that our mission is to preach the Good News to every living soul on the face of this globe. Whether we're getting cursed out, threatened, ridiculed on camera and in a crowd, or being cyberbullied, we must continue pressing on. 2 Timothy 1:7 says, 'For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.'

Brothers and sisters, the devil has no power over us. In the end, the victory belongs to Jesus Christ alone. We will reap a harvest as no one has ever seen before.

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Perfection is defined as the condition, state, or quality of being free or as free as possible from all flaws or defects. When we look in our own reflection, whether we like it or not, we can easily see that we don't even come close to perfection. Perverted thoughts, lack of self control, constantly breaking promises, hurting those dearest to us with our words and actions, and much more. And that's almost 24/7.

What we fail to understand is this: The Lord Jesus Christ is perfect, and He has and will always love us for our faults and offenses (big or small). And He'll never turn us away when we humbly go to His throne, pleading for yet another fresh start. As long as we're on this planet, we'll never reach perfection. Try as we may, we'll unfortunately fall almost every time.

But this fact MUST always be remembered, and that can be found in Lamentations 3:22-23.

'The faithful love of the Lord never ends! His mercies never cease. Great is His faithfulness; His mercies begin afresh each morning.'

Every single morning the Lord's mercies are new. His love for you and I never EVER runs dry. Though we're not perfect, Jesus Christ will never turn His back on us, or regret creating us. He loves us in our best days, and even in our worst moments.

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The Lord woke me up with this thought in my mind on April 24th, 2022: "You can't mix random ingredients to create a great meal or dessert. Everything has it's place. Including things when you're constructing, building, or repairing."

We need to serve the Lord WHOLEHEARTEDLY! We can't have a schedule when it comes to serving the Lord Jesus Christ. Never give one day to your flesh. Never say, "Jesus, yesterday I served you, tomorrow is my day."

Don't give half of your life or heart to Jesus Christ. When things are bleak in your life, don't just use that time to seek Jesus. When things are sunshine and rainbows, you completely dismiss the One who blessed you. Through the good and bad, the little and much, ALWAYS wholeheartedly serve and seek Jesus Christ. Nothing in the world is forever. What you do, see, hear, taste, and experience from this world is only momentarily. It won't last.

But the things from Jesus Christ will never cease to end.

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Remaining on the narrow way, which is staying clear of worldly desires, is not a waste of time. When we decide to reject invitations to sinful events, we please the Lord. Of course, the flesh wants to do everything and speak with everyone.

The Lord isn't against free will. He's not against us wanting more money and to be at the top of our careers. He wants us to meet new people, and have fun. But if any of that pulls you away from the presence of the Lord, then it's from the world and needs to be avoided.

The world has nothing to offer us. Every pleasure in the world is only momentarily, and in the end, has many consequences that make us wish we didn't do it. Don't allow the enemy and his demons, I rebuke them in the name of Jesus Christ, to make you think your life is wasting away.

Jesus Christ wants to give you things beyond your imagination. Continue seeking the face of the Lord, and continue running away while also rejecting the offers this world presents to you.

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Whether you're on stage receiving an award or a certificate, being interviewed on camera, being thanked for a good deed always remember to thank the Lord Jesus Christ first and foremost. 1 Corinthians 1:31 tells us that if we want to boast, we need to boast ONLY about the Lord. He's the reason we're still breathing to this day. Jesus Christ is the reason why we continue to come out of our problems in victory. Our Redeemer, the Lamb of God, is basically the one who gives us the strength and energy to open our eyes each and every morning.

When you help someone whether it's with school work or personal matters, of course it's natural you want to be thanked for it. Now what about the Lord Jesus Christ? He saved you from certain death. He continually writes a stellar chapter in your life that you can't even image to this very day. And the Lord healed many people in your live without the use of medicine, when many believed they were on their last leg.

The Lord is still in charge. As Colossians 1:17 states, 'He existed before anything else, He holds all creation together.' All the good things you once had, currently have and will receive in the near future comes solely from the Lord. If you don't believe me, look up Psalm 62:7 in your Bibles. Your victory and honor comes from God alone. No one else. Only Jesus Christ. Always remember where you came from, and who got you to where you are today. Want to boast? Boast only about the Lord!

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When Christ calls someone, He will never abandon nor forsake them. He will be with you throughout the entire process, even when your mission has been completed. Remember, the Lord will never leave you, giving you His back. Christ sees potential in all of us, even when we and others don't.

Don't doubt the calling the Lord has placed over your life. He chose you and only you for a reason.

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Solving your predicament is as easy as snapping one's fingers for the Lord. He has the answer for every trial and tribulation on this planet. NOTHING is impossible for God! It might seem impossible for you, but for Jesus Christ it's easier than pie.

David, Sarah, Hannah, Moses and the people of Israel, Mary, and many others in the Bible have seen first hand what is written in Luke 1:37: 'For nothing is impossible with God.'