Morning Motivation: Seek God's Guidance

"So David inquired of the Lord..." - 1 Samuel 23: 2a (AMP)

In this particular passage of scripture, David had just found out that the Philistines planned to attack Keilah, a small city in Judah. Upon hearing this news, David could have done 2 things: ignore the news and hope for the best, or immediately charge into Keilah and fight the Philistines. If he'd chosen to ignore, no one would have really blamed him. He had problems of his own with Saul's murderous vendetta against him. On the other hand, going right into war and defeating the Philistines could have been possible. David was no punk. Remember, this is the same guy who killed a lion and defeated a 9ft giant (Goliath) when he was a teen! Not only was he a military genius, but he was also anointed and chosen by God. David chose neither option. Instead, he chose to ask, then act. So David inquired of the Lord... He took the time out to seek God's guidance.

When it comes to decision-making, we can certainly learn from David. How often have we made decisions without consulting God first, then wonder why things turned out the way they did? How many times have we pondered so long about a decision because we just didn't know what to do? I truly believe that some of the heartaches we've experienced could have been avoided if we only asked God what to do. So many people automatically ask friends and family, imperfect beings who may or may not know, before asking God, a perfect Being who knows all. When asking God for guidance, make sure you stick to what God tells you, no matter how crazy it may sound...even if family and friends tell you you're out of your mind. When David asked God what to do, God told him to attack the Philistines. David's men believed it would've been a suicide mission. So, David asked God again (and God told him the same thing).

Now, I'm going to let you in on a little secret. Come in closer. You ready? Here it is: GOD KNOWS WHAT HE'S DOING! And you know what else? He has the answers you need, you just have to ask. Even when dealing with what seems to be unimportant, go to God. What do you have to lose? Absolutely nothing! He never tires of hearing our voices. He won't get exasperated if we came to Him for everything. He wants us to come to Him. He loves when His children ask for advice or direction. You can't go wrong with seeking God's knowledge. Uh, hello! He knows everything! When faced with a decision, no matter how big or small, ask then act!

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Morning Motivation: Get Out of the Quicksand

"I lift up my eyes to you..." - Psalm 123:1 NIV

Have you ever been anxious or worried about something? For the last few months, I'd been worried about my marriage. I spent months worried about how I could make things better. Three whole months, gone and wasted because I was worried. I had a "Summer to do" list that I didn't even complete because I couldn't focus on anything but my marital issues.  Needless to say, I was extra hard on myself for wasting most of my summer.

Then, I realized I was stuck....kinda like being stuck in quicksand - the more you struggle, the more you sink, right? Well, the more I thought about my failing marriage and my wasted months, the more I sunk. When I came to that realization, I asked God for forgiveness (my focus was on the wrong thing) and vowed to move on. If God was gonna bless me with another day, I didn't want to start it off with negativity (beating myself up over past mistakes) and anxiety.

As a teacher, my heart smiles when a student finally gets a concept I'd been trying to teach them. This is how I believe God felt after I'd finally gotten it and asked for forgiveness. You see, He doesn't want me to stay stuck on "coulda, shoulda, woulda." He wants me focused on Him and moving forward. If I lift my eyes to Him - and keep them there - everything else will be taken care of. Asking for forgiveness, vowing not be anxious, and refocusing on God was the lifeline I needed to get outta that quicksand.

Thank God for being a God of forgiveness and second (and third, fourth, fifth, etc) chances! If your focus has been off because of struggles you're having, ask God to forgive you, and then refocus your attention on God. It's only when our eyes are lifted to God that we can move forward and live the abundant life He's called us to live!

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Morning Motivation: God Will Help You

I've been M.I.A. from the blog scene for a few days, but this morning, I decided to blog hop. After visiting several of my favorite sites, I suddenly got this revelation that if I was in need of motivation to go about my day-to-day activities, then my readers were needing there daily motivation, fashion and entertainment news updates. So, I'm back...why not motivate myself while motivating others.

Over the past few weeks, I have noticed an influx of people saying that they have been experiencing marital issues. After experiencing my own marital issues, I acknowledge that there is some form of attack on marriages, but I rebuke that attack in Jesus' name!
If you are deepen with anguish battling various abuses, issues, or any other problem, your solution is found in Isaiah 41:10, "Don’t be afraid, for I am with you. Don’t be discouraged, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you. I will hold you up with my victorious right hand."

My motivation to you today is simply this: God will help you. He knows where you are, and he knows what you need. God will help you.

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