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Built for this

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Monday Devotional – August 29 2022

Built for this

‘I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.’ Philippians 4:13

Read: 

'Now the king of Syria was making war against Israel; … Therefore he sent horses and chariots and a great army there, and they came by night and surrounded the city. And when the servant of the man of God arose early and went out, there was an army, surrounding the city with horses and chariots. And his servant said to him, “Alas, my master! What shall we do?” So he answered, “Do not fear, for those who are with us are more than those who are with them.” And Elisha prayed, and said, “ Lord , I pray, open his eyes that he may see.” Then the Lord opened the eyes of the young man, and he saw. And behold, the mountain was full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha. So when the Syrians came down to him, Elisha prayed to the Lord , and said, “Strike this people, I pray, with blindness.” And He struck them with blindness according to the word of Elisha.' II Kings 6:8a,14-18

Reflect: 

In 2 Kings 6, the King of Syria sought a war with Israel. I suggest you read the whole story it is quite phenomenal. Every time the King plotted, God revealed the plot to Elisha and so Israel avoided the war. The king found out that Elisha was the King of Israel’s advisor and set out to get him. Elisha woke up one morning only to find himself fully surrounded by the enemy. By all indication there was no way out. By natural eyes the situation was hopeless but Elisha did not panic. He didn’t just have hope, he knew something crucial. Elisha knew who he was and to whom he belonged. Do you? He knew His God had not suddenly abandoned him and that the presence of a battle was not indication of defeat or abandonment. There was more on his team than there was on the enemy’s side. 

Today I want to encourage you. God who is Emmanuel (God with you and in you) says you were built for this. Greater is he who is within you than he who is in the world (I John 4:4). There will always be more on your side than on your enemy’s side – You plus God is more than enough. All the angels and people He assigns to help you in your time of struggle are tools in His all powerful hand.

You battle from a position of victory, a battle already won.  So do not fear, ask God for the strategy for your next and be confident He will answer. As Elisha watched the approach of the enemy his prayer was simple, not panicked. God came through then and He already has the answer for you now. Ask for it, listen for the answer and act accordingly. 

I love Chandler Moore’s song “Built for this”. The first verse says:

 “There’s no battle that I’m not built for. I’m flesh and blood but that’s not my war. Mountain moments or valley seasons. Come whatever. Greater lives within”

Chandler Moore

We are not exempt from the battle but we should remember, Jesus already won!

Song of the Week:

Journal Prompt: 

This week, ask God to open your eyes to see. Ask him to expose the enemy and reveal the way out. Write what He says and be obedient to the instructions He gives.

Declaration: 

There is more for me than against me. I am built for this battle and I have already won!

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Have a great week!

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God, what do You want from me?

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Monday Devotional – August 22 2022

God, what do You want from me?

No, O people, the Lord has told you what is good, and this is what he requires of you: to do what is right, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God. Micah 6:8 NLT
Verse of the Day

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‘But when the Pharisees had heard that he had put the Sadducees to silence, they were gathered together. Then one of them, which was a lawyer, asked him a question , tempting him, and saying, Master, which is the great commandment in the law? Jesus said unto him, Thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind. This is the first and great commandment. And the second is like unto it, Thou shalt love thy neighbour as thyself. On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. ‘ Matthew 22:34-40

Reflect: 

I love how congruent God’s Word is. Old Testament and New work together to tell one story of God’s unquestionable love for humanity. Sometimes I question God about His grand plan for me. Purpose is a big buzzword; an important word really. We need to know why we are here but we often discover that while actively waiting. God what do you want from me? His Word says three things in Micah 6: do what is right, love mercy, walk humbly with your God. We have opportunities everyday for all three.

Jesus said it this way “Love God… Love your neighbour as yourself”. If it sounds like two different instructions look closer. When we love God then we will obey His commandments and do the right things, situation by situation we will make right choices. In the same way when we love our neighbour we will love mercy and bestow on them compassion and forgiveness especially when we are in a position to harm, punish or exert power.  Finally walk humbly with, not ahead not behind but with God. Walking ahead of God is prideful. We assume we can do it on our own. Walking behind God is delayed obedience, we try to rationalize His instructions, we debate and bargain before following his instruction. Both are dangerous.  What joy and peace we find when we do as He says.

This week let us look for opportunities to do what is right, love mercy, walk humbly with your God. In these three we fulfill the two greatest commandments. 

Song of the Week:

Journal Prompt: 

This week, ask God to show you opportunities to do what is right, love mercy, walk humbly with your God and write them down. 

Declaration: 

I will love God with all that I am. I will take every opportunity to extend love to those around me.  

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Have a great week!

See you next week for another Devotional by Lady Kavan.

To read more from Lady Kavan, check out her blog 

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Even if

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Monday Devotional – August 15 2022

Even if

‘Each time he said, “My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.” So now I am glad to boast about my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ can work through me. ‘ 2 Corinthians 12:9

https://bible.com/verse-of-the-day/2co.12.9/46023?version=116

Read: 

'Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego replied, “O Nebuchadnezzar, we do not need to defend ourselves before you. If we are thrown into the blazing furnace, the God whom we serve is able to save us. He will rescue us from your power, Your Majesty. But even if he doesn’t, we want to make it clear to you, Your Majesty, that we will never serve your gods or worship the gold statue you have set up.” 'Daniel 3:16-18

Reflect: 

Some seasons in life are more difficult to navigate than others. We often do not see purpose in pain, strength in struggle or victory in the war till we are past it. The three Hebrew boys stood confidently before the threat of death and I wonder how or why? Our three Hebrew friends, though captive in a foreign land and stripped of their Hebrew names, worked diligently and by God’s grace lived in a measure of prominence and wealth. They were appointed to rule over the affairs of Babylon (Daniel 3:30) .  Their flaw was that they worshiped Yahweh and not the Babylonian gods. The other men of influence were not pleased that slaves were excelling in the way they were. Perhaps the question should be in whom did their confidence rest?

Shadrach Meshach and Abednego had an “even if” praise. They knew the same God that kept them so far, was able to keep them now. More importantly they understood His sovereignty. God does not need to answer their prayer favorably to remain God. He is the Great I am and He does as He pleases.

Can we choose to have an “even if praise” as we face our own “Nebuchadnezzan” obstacles that demand we bow in their presence? Will we choose to say: even if this relationship fails, even if I am overlooked for promotion, even if my gas light comes on, even if my family member doesn’t beat the illness, even if I still struggle with my health, even if my life doesn’t look like I expect it to, even if… ‘I will bless the Lord at all times; His praise shall continually be in my mouth.’ Psalms 34:1?

Raise an “even if” praise today and throughout this week. For one, God deserves it and secondly worship shifts our perspective. A Godly perspective on our present circumstance is what make the difference in how we navigate life, whether miserably our confidently.

Song of the Week:

Journal Prompt: 

  • What is my Nebuchadnezzan obstacle?
  • How has God delivered me before?
  • How can I remain confident God has my best interest in mind.

Pray: 

Lord, I pray today that I will heed your word and praise you in spite of how I feel. I pray that even if You don’t move the mountains I will recognize and declare your sovereignty in all things. In Jesus name. Amen.

Declaration:

I will bless the Lord at all times and His praise shall continually be in my mouth. 

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Have a great week!

See you next week for another Devotional by Lady Kavan.

To read more from Lady Kavan, check out her blog 

You can find Lady Kavan on Amazon. Follow this link for an overview of her available books