The Simple Life

I came across this and thought about the daily conversations surrounding Black Lives Matter, All Lives Matter, Blue Lives Matter, Republicans, Democrats, Independents, Blacks, Whites, and everything else that makes us “different”. What you are about to read is the word of God. I pray that you receive the revelation that I did and why the Bible tells us to live”simple lives”(1 Thessalonians 4:11). We have to be alert as God tells us and be aware of the enemy and all of his tactics. His motive is to encourage division. We must understand why engaging in unproductive conversations does nothing to promote the message of God.The message of love, kindness and peace.

Remind the people to be subject to rulers and authorities, to be obedient, to be ready to do whatever is good, to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone. At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, he saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, we might become heirs having the hope of eternal life. This is a trustworthy saying. And I want you to stress these things, so that those who have trusted in God may be careful to devote themselves to doing what is good. These things are excellent and profitable for everyone. But avoid foolish controversies and genealogies and arguments and quarrels about the law, because these are unprofitable and useless. Warn a divisive person once, and then warn them a second time. After that, have nothing to do with them. You may be sure that such people are warped and sinful; they are self-condemned. Our people must learn to devote themselves to doing what is good, in order to provide for urgent needs and not live unproductive lives. Everyone with me sends you greetings. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with you all.
-Titus 3:1-11, 14-15 NIV”

Choices|Day 8

Behold, I set before you this day a blessing and a curse.
~Deuteronomy 11:26

There’s something about the night that elevates my anxiety. There was a time I would gaze up at the moon in all of its splendid glory and feel a great sense of peace. Millions of stars dancing in the sky and me without air. Nice try Van Gogh, but not even close. This is the hand of God. He who made dark, light. How can something as enchanting as this, now be my greatest fear? I am reminded of the moment when the sun left, my moon came, and he was there. Just the flashback of his unwanted touch uncover memories that I had worked so hard to hide beneath overeating, depression, self-harm, and promiscuity. There I was afraid and confused. A child trying to make sense of what and why this was happening? I’d worked so hard to fade into the background yet, he always found me. I remember begging the light to come, and it did. A momentary feeling of relief because he was gone, but not the shame. As time carried on, morning highlighted the hurt that night would only bring again. Night became the gift and curse. It’s just at the age of 35 that I have finally decided to confront the night. I would no longer allow the molestation that I endured paint me with shame. My faith in God allows Him to destroy the darkest parts of me because he gave me that choice. We all have a choice. Today, I choose the path of Christ because I know that my Father will make my fears my stepping stool. Today, I see night as a source which brings light that will allow me to see in darkness. Today, I see each morning as a chance to live again. Each day, a new day to make right all that was made wrong. I am not defined by my curse because underneath it was a blessing.

-Is there something in your life that you feel is a curse? Take whatever that may be and find three reasons why one would see it as a blessing. Praise and perspective go hand and hand. When one decides to give God praise through their storm, they have decided to look at their situation from a spiritual perspective. Go to Him in prayer and ask Him to sit in your perspective. Where the spirit of God dwells grows hope, joy, and peace.

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Blessings and Love, 

Chrystal Massey

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Love and Blessings, 

Chrystal Massey

The Inevitable Change|He Will Comfort You

Be willing to step outside of your comfort zone once in awhile. Take the risks in life that seem worth taking. The ride might not be as predictable if you planted your feet and stayed put, but it will be a heck of a lot more interesting.
-Edward Whitcare Jr.

Most approach the thought of change with a negative frame of mind because there is a fear of the disruption that change can cause in life. Many are comfortable in their day to day routines because they know what to expect. What if I said that God demands change? What if I said that not only does he demand it, but he prepares His children through the Holy Word? Change can be uncomfortable and downright scary, but I encourage you to think of change as an unexpected blessing. Changes are necessary to birth growth. God’s purpose for us in Him is to condition us in our walk with Christ. He understands that there are levels that exist in our experience with faith. He wants to prepare all of His children so that we may never lose hope, that we can stand strong and keep moving forward when we don’t quite understand the reason or our season.

When you pray to God for His will to be done, are you secretly hoping that it’s your will? Are you unable to receive the answers to your prayers because the answers aren’t what you want to hear? We often ask God to restore our marriages but become upset when He reveals to us that our spouses are unfaithful. We ask Him to remove the stress of our job and get upset when we get fired. We ask Him to save our children and get upset when they go to jail. Are we missing our blessings because we see those difficult changes as a setback and not as a setup? God ensures us that He will never leave us nor forsake us so should we not trust in the Lord simply because we don’t understand His plan? I know that this blog sounds more like a survey, but I want to encourage you to contemplate on the difference between superficial faith and irrevocable faith because the changes in our lives ultimately depend on our faith. Our faith is our perspective. Faith allows you spiritual vision. Therefore, you have spiritual discernment so how do you view the changes in your life?

What a joy it is to know that my Father is a constant force in my life. His comfort reassures me that His word is true. 2 Corinthians 1:3 says, ” Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of ALL comfort.” I feel a great sense of peace knowing that no matter what the weather conditions may be like in the rest of the world, He is a God that can make my storm stand still. I will trust the changes in my life that may come because I trust the Lord.

Maybe some of us aren’t there just yet, and I can understand your position. In those moments when it seems as though change is just thrown upon you, when that change appears to be wrecking havoc in your life, close your eyes. I want you to take a moment, take a deep breath, and take in the presence of God. He is there. Allowing the spirit of God to move in and around you is permitting the power of God to invoke mental clarity into your life. When we can tap into mental clarity, we can tap into God’s infinite wisdom. You will begin to understand that the breakdown is a break-through.

How can we invite God to bless us if he can’t change our circumstances so that we possess the capacity to hold our blessings? How can we invoke the power of God that each of us possesses if we don’t allow him to condition us? How can we test those powers if we don’t embrace the unknown? Change is a requirement for us to elevate higher in the kingdom of God. When there is a shift in the order, which is your life, tell Him thank you. Thank you for choosing me, conditioning me, and entrusting me with your purpose.

 

Love x Blessings,

Chrystal Massey