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God’s Word Today: Dream Again

by Lily Benson
written by Lily Benson

It’s time to dream again and align yourself with God’s promises over your life. Are you pursuing the dreams God has given you?

What Does the Bible Say?

Acts 2:17 proclaims, “In the last days, God says, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your young men will see visions, your old men will dream dreams.”

In a world where dreams often seem to wither and fade amidst the pressures and challenges of life, this is a timeless scripture that beckons us to look beyond our circumstances and dare to dream again.

These profound words, spoken by the Apostle Peter on the day of Pentecost, carry an invitation from your Heavenly Father to tap into the wellspring of His Spirit, open your heart to divine inspiration, and reimagine what is possible.

Throughout history, men and women who dared to dream, who dared to believe that God’s promises could become a tangible reality, have left an indelible mark on the world. From Joseph, who dreamed of leadership and saw nations saved from famine, to Martin Luther King Jr., who envisioned a future of racial equality and touched millions with his dream of unity, we are surrounded by a cloud of dreamers who have shaped the course of history.

Yet, in the midst of life’s challenges, disappointments, and setbacks, your dreams can easily become dormant. You may find yourself trapped in a cycle of hopelessness, afraid to dream again for fear of further disappointment. But Acts 2:17 is a reminder that God’s Spirit is poured out upon all people, breathing life into your dreams and giving you the courage to rise above your circumstances.

It is time to awaken the dreamer within you. It is time to quiet the voices of doubt and fear and listen to the gentle whisper of God’s promises. It is time to take hold of the dreams that have been tucked away in the depths of your heart and allow them to flourish once again.

But how do we begin this journey of dreaming again?

It starts with a posture of surrender—a willingness to let go of your own limitations and lean into the boundless possibilities of God’s kingdom. It requires you to align your desires with His purposes, seek His guidance, and allow His Spirit to shape your dreams.

Immerse yourself in His presence, cultivate a lifestyle of prayer and worship, and create space for God to breathe life into your dreams. Invite Holy Spirit to inspire you, to paint visions in your mind, and to infuse you with the audacity to believe that you can make a difference in the world.

Remember that dreams are not solely for personal gain or ambition. They are given to you as stewardship—an opportunity to partner with God in the restoration of His creation. As you dream again, embrace the responsibility to love and serve others, using your dreams as vehicles for His love and compassion.

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God’s Word For You Today: All My Promises Are Yes And Amen

by Lauren Koch
written by Lauren Koch

Today’s Verse

“Because I was sure of this, I wanted to come to you first, so that you might have a second experience of grace. 16 I wanted to visit you on my way to Macedonia, and to come back to you from Macedonia and have you send me on my way to Judea. 17 Was I vacillating when I wanted to do this? Do I make my plans according to the flesh, ready to say “Yes, yes” and “No, no” at the same time? 18 As surely as God is faithful, our word to you has not been Yes and No. 19 For the Son of God, Jesus Christ, whom we proclaimed among you, Silvanus and Timothy and I, was not Yes and No, but in him it is always Yes. 20 For all the promises of God find their Yes in him. That is why it is through him that we utter our Amen to God for his glory. 21 And it is God who establishes us with you in Christ, and has anointed us, 22 and who has also put his seal on us and given us his Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.”

Today’s Message

Paul’s letters to the Corinthians bring so much encouragement. In this chapter, he reminds the early church that Jesus Himself fulfills God’s promises. Consider your life. The spaces where you long for promises fulfilled. And the places where there is a “not yet”. Have you centered your heart on the face of Jesus? Seeing Him face to face, so close, knowing that He possess the fulfillment of everything you long for? I want to encourage you today: Jesus is the person you are seeking. He is the light, ready to transform you. In Him, we can eagerly lay all the promises aside, because He is our great reward. I am praying for you as you read this article, that your entire spirit would be marked with the revelation of who Christ inside of you is. He is enough, and He is worthy of your everything.

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Let The Image Of Jesus Shine Through You

by John Mathai
written by John Mathai

We were born again into the image of Jesus. This means we are a new creation in Him. The old has past and the new has come. However we still live in our body and our soul is being redeemed. Our spirit is born again and lives forever. We now need to live out of our new nature. We have the divine nature within us. This is the nature of Jesus. The Holy Spirit within us helps us to walk in His ways. We can choose to walk according to the Spirit or according to our will. The more we allow the Spirit to lead us, the more we become like Jesus. Enoch walked with God and never faced physical death. We too can walk like Him for we have the Holy Spirit within us.

Holy Spirit

In the old the Holy Spirit was working from without. Now the Holy Spirit has come to live within us. We therefore now have the power to live like Jesus. We bear His image within us. Will we allow the image of Jesus to shine through us? God has provided everything for us in the new covenant. This is a relationship we have with Him. Most people are content to know Jesus but not have a relationship with Him. This is where we fall short of the glory promised to us. Let us enter in and avail of His promises today. Why delay when the table is full for us to eat and enjoy of His pleasures today?

Land of His Promises

God is good and He will never withhold from us what He has promised. The delay and the failure is on our part. We have failed to trust God to do what He has promised to do. The people of Israel wandered around the promised land and never entered in because of unbelief. To day let us not allow unbelief to hold us back. The devil will try and distract and discourage us but we must stay fixed in our purpose. We must not let him rob us of our inheritance in Christ. Healing, deliverance and prosperity are ours today when we enter the land of His promises. Come let us enter in and change the world and make it heaven on earth.

Dr. John Mathai

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Living In The Promised Land

by John Mathai
written by John Mathai

The only certainty we have in this life is death. Everything dies in this life. However few want to think of death because it is the end of life. What is the point of living if at the end of the day we all die. Jesus came to conquer death and give us life. He reversed the end from the beginning and now we can live knowing that we will never die. Death is just a transition to another life where death is no longer an issue. Jesus promised us eternal life when we follow Him. He made the way for us to enter the promised land. This begins now and not the here after. His promises can be fulfilled now if we believe in Him.

Unbelief

The people of Israel wandered in the desert due to unbelief. We too can wander around and not enter into the land of His promises through unbelief. His promises are yes and amen. There is no reason for us not to inherit His promises if we only believe. This appears simple but is true. God has made it simple so all can believe. We make things complicated by our own thinking. His word is to be believed and not to be reasoned with. Reason sometimes interferes with trust. We need to trust and obey. God said obedience is greater than sacrifice. Those who are obedient will reap the fruits of their trust.

Promised Land

Now is the time to reap the fruits of His sacrifice. There is no need for further sacrifices because His sacrifice is sufficient for all. His grace is enough to help us to move into the promised land. Let us enter in now and enjoy the abundant life He has promised and live. When we think eternity our whole being will begin to respond with life and not death. Death becomes an illusion. Life will stream through our body and soul. Our spirit will take control and the Holy Spirit within us will lead us and guide us. Come now to to the river of life and be refreshed into life.

Dr. John Mathai

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When We Are In A Waiting Season

by Kate Muguira
written by Kate Muguira

Do you find yourself in a waiting season? Are there things in your life that you believe will happen but have not come to pass yet?

What Are You Waiting For?

There are dreams we want to see come to pass, promises fulfilled, healing, finding a spouse, having babies, getting a new car, finding a great job, the list could go on.

There are many times in our lives that we will find ourselves waiting for something that we don’t yet see in our lives. During these times there is a beautiful invitation to either wait on God or wait with God.

God’s Timing

The Lord has perfect timing. If we slip into impatience and wanting something to happen when we want it, we’re in danger of trying to give God a timeline and telling Him when He needs to give us this thing by. If that’s the case, we are missing out on so much with Him. We’re focusing on the gift and not the Giver.

If you are in a waiting season and having a hard time with it, here’s how we wait with the Lord well. And I’m taking it straight from scripture.

Psalm 37

3 Trust in the Lord and do good;
dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture.
4 Take delight in the Lord,
and he will give you the desires of your heart.

5 Commit your way to the Lord;
trust in him and he will do this:
6 He will make your righteous reward shine like the dawn,
your vindication like the noonday sun.

7 Be still before the Lord
and wait patiently for him;
do not fret when people succeed in their ways,
when they carry out their wicked schemes.

Listed Out For Us

In Psalm 37:3-7, we see a step-by-step of how to wait with the Lord: trust in Lord (v3), take delight in the Lord (v4), commit your way to the Lord (v5), be still before Him and wait patiently (v6).

When we put all of our attention on attaining the promise, we miss out on the process. Lean into what the Lord is asking of us: trust, delight, commit, be still and patient.

I believe the Father is excited to see promises fulfilled and dreams come true, but I think He loves the process with us. When we lean into the process, He accelerates the promises in our lives.

If you’ve been frustrated and are ready to see something happen in your life, I want to encourage you to surrender that today. Surrender it to Jesus and ask Him what He wants to show you in the process.

 

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The Key To Receiving God’s Promises

by Christel Berns
written by Christel Berns

In another episode of GOD TV’s Arise, Chanthal Whites unveils the key to receiving God’s promises and the change that God is currently busy doing in our lives. It’s pretty amazing news!

God's Promises

The Unfolding Of God’s Promises

All the change happening around us is God’s way of working His purposes together. And it all stems from His goodness and the good things He wanted to pour out in our lives.

In the video, Chanthal Whites highlight Isaiah 43 in the Scripture. It says in verses 18 to 19, “Do not remember the former things, Nor consider the things of old. Behold, I will do a new thing, Now it shall spring forth; Shall you not know it? I will even make a road in the wilderness And rivers in the desert.”

“The key what God is saying says, ‘now it is busy happening,’” she pointed out.

It means that God is doing something new, and it is happening immediately. However, the change that God is bringing for His promises to unfold doesn’t happen all at once. It is gradual. And the key for the change to take place is to pray.

“It can be delayed if you’re not going to stay focused on what God is busy doing,” she further said. Then Chanthal added, “God gave you a Word and God promised something for you. God gave you a significant specific Word for your family, for your ministry, for the call on your life, and for your destiny.”

She encourages us not to waver from these promises of God and to stand firm on the Word of God.

“God’s Word is never gonna change. If He said it, He will do it,” Chanthal remarked. Because God is not like a man who lies and doesn’t keep his word. God is true, and He keeps His Word always.

Watch the entire message and be blessed!

God is Bringing Change | ARISE with Chanthal Whites Episode 1

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Ask, Seek, Knock: God’s Formula for Persistent Faith

by Jennifer LeClaire
written by Jennifer LeClaire

Ask. Seek. Knock. If faith without works is dead, then asking without seeking and knocking is just as lifeless. There are many reasons why you may not be receiving prayer answers, from doubt in your heart (see Rom. 10:9). Or maybe to asking with wrong motives (see James 4:3). You might have unconfessed sin (see Is. 59:1-2), or unforgiveness (see Mark 11:25). There might be strife on the home front (see 1 Pet. 3:7), or you could be turning away from Scripture (see Prov. 28:9).

But you can believe purely, ask with right motives, have a clean heart, forgive all your enemies, avoid arguments, and soak in the Word all day and still not see prayer answers. That’s because asking—without seeking and knocking—flows from the same lazy river as faith without works.

Ask, Seek, Knock: Active Faith

Ponder Jesus’ promise on determined, active faith, and then consider two Bible characters’ strategies for getting what they wanted. Let’s start with Jesus’ promise: “Ask, and it will be given to you; seek, and you will find; knock, and it will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives, and he who seeks finds, and to him who knocks it will be opened.” (Matt. 7:7-8)

Sometimes a single request suffices. But sometimes it takes persistent faith to receive God’s promises. Sometimes you have to go after it with godly determination that won’t quit.

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Three Steps To Reviving Your Faith

I like how the Amplified Bible translates Matt. 7:7-8: “Keep on asking and it will be given you; keep on seeking and you will find; keep on knocking [reverently] and [the door] will be opened to you. For everyone who keeps on asking receives; and he who keeps on seeking finds; and to him who keeps on knocking, [the door] will be opened.”

This is a promise from God. So long as what you desire is His will, you can be assured that if you keep on asking, keep on seeking and keep on knocking, you will eventually receive the promise. Let me expound on these three principles:

Ask

1. Ask. Although God knows what we need before we ask Him, He usually won’t provide our needs until we ask because He wants relationship with us.

Seek

2. Seek. It’s not always enough just to ask. More often than not, you also have to seek. In other words, add some works to your faith. Faith without works is dead (see James 2:26). (Be led by the Spirit, of course. You can’t bulldoze your way through the doorway to God’s promises).

Knock

3. Knock. If you seek, you will find. Once you see God’s promise in clear view, knock and keep on knocking until the promised door is open. God opens doors that no one can shut (see Rev. 3:8), but often, you have to knock.

So, How Do You Knock?

In the context of Matthew 7, knocking means “importunity in dealing with God,” according to Vine’s Expository Dictionary. That suggests urgent and persistent requests. In other words, once you’re sure you’ve found what you have been asking for turn again to asking but with greater urgency.

David sought the Lord in this manner: “One thing I have desired of the Lord, that will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in His temple.” (Ps. 27:4, NKJV) David didn’t just have a desire, he sought after the object of his godly desire. Looking at our three-step process, David desired (ask) and sought (seek). Based on David’s relationship with the Lord, which we read about in the Word, I believe he found what he asked for, then inquired (knocked). God opened the door to intimacy.

Pray Once Or Keep Praying?

There is a time to pray once, hand it over to God, and trust Him to answer. But there is also a principle of persistent faith where you ask and keep on asking, seek and keep on seeking, and knock and keep on knocking until you receive the promise. How do you know the difference? The easy answer is to be led by the Spirit.

A deeper answer is to consider the opposition. When you face opposition to walking through the doorway of promise, ask God to show you what to do to position yourself for the manifestation, then take any God-inspired action (seek) to find the doorway He leads you to. Once you find the door, start knocking and keep knocking. God will surely open it at the appointed time. Amen.

 

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Scriptural Promises

by Jennifer Workman
written by Jennifer Workman

Blessings to all of you today and it is my prayer that these powerful SCRIPTURAL PROMISES from the Lord will bless you and reminder you of God’s faithfulness and power to do what none other can do in your life and situation!

God’s Promises:

GOD THE PROMISE KEEPER

“For when God made promise to Abraham, because he could swear by no greater, he swore by himself, saying, surely blessing I will bless thee, and multiplying I will multiply thee.” (Hebrews 6:13-14)

GOD HAS SECURED YOUR FUTURE

“‘For I know the thoughts that I think toward you,’ says the Lord, ‘thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.'” (Jeremiah 29:11)

GOD IS TRUSTWORTHY

“Not a word failed of any good thing which the Lord had spoken to the house of Israel. All came to pass.” (Joshua 21:45)

GOD IS OMNIPRESENT

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” (Joshua 1:9)

GOD IS OMNISCIENT

“I know your works. See, I have set before you an open door, and no one can shut it; for you have a little strength, have kept my word, and have not denied my name.” (Revelation 3:8)

GOD IS YOUR PROTECTOR

“‘No weapon formed against you shall prosper and every tongue which rises against you in judgment, you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord and their righteousness is from Me.’ Says the Lord.” (Isaiah 54:17)

GOD IS YOUR HELPER

“Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God, I will strengthen you,Yes, I will help you, I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.” (Isaiah 41:10)

GOD IS YOUR REWARDER

“Say to the righteous that it shall be well with them,
for they shall eat the fruit of their doings.” (Isaiah 3:10)

GOD IS YOUR HEALER

“For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds,’ says the Lord.” (Jeremiah 30:17)

Let these scriptures permeate your hearts and encourage you for the journey ahead and may God bless and strengthen you is my prayer!

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God Is Speaking To You

by Elizabeth Pitman
written by Elizabeth Pitman

“For the Word of God is living and powerful, and sharper than any two-edged sword, piercing even to the division of soul and spirit, and of joints and marrow, and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.”(Hebrews 4:12)

Have you ever been reading the Bible and have a Scripture “jump off the page” or stand out to you personally? You had been praying and seeking the Lord for an answer, and suddenly, God revealed the answer through His Word.

When you are a believer, the Holy Spirit can “highlight” or bring to mind a verse or verses that speak right into your situation and suddenly those passages resonate in your heart and bring clarity instead of confusion. You may also hear the same verse spoken several times in the span of a day or a week and receive confirmation or a much needed answer. That is a reason that the Bible is called “living and active”. In addition, you may have also read a verse multiple times throughout your life, but when you read it again, the passage now applies to your particular situation and speaks to you directly. The verse(s) “come to life” and bring peace, hope, and encouragement to your heart.

Recently, I asked some friends on social media to post encouraging Bible references and promises that have been speaking into their lives. Their answers inspired me, and I believe as you read these promises below, you will not only receive answers to your prayers but also encouragement straight to your heart.

God is your protector.

Psalm 91 is a powerful chapter of Scripture that clearly talks about how when we believe that the LORD is our refuge and rest in Him, that He is faithful to protect us. We can trust God no matter how fearful we may be. He is greater than our circumstances and that should give us a perspective-shift when we are facing challenges. In addition, Isaiah 54:17 states, “No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue which rises against you in judgment you shall condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is from Me,’ says the LORD.” Rest in that.

God is your enabler.

2 Corinthians 10:12-17 states that we do not need to commend ourselves. He has all authority and gives us the ability to do what He calls us to do. Since God is the one that enables us, if we boast, we should boast in the LORD.

God is your completer.

Philippians 1:6 provides great comfort that, “being confident of this, that He who began a good work in you will carry it through to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.” When God starts something, He finishes it. He knows how to bring everything into fruition in your life.

God is able.

What are you facing today? What insurmountable odds seem to be coming against you? Matthew 19:26 states, “Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” God can defy the impossible and supernaturally work in your life. What peace for our hearts that when man says it can’t be done, God can enter your circumstance and show Himself strong on your behalf!

God is your healer.

The Creator of the universe can heal you both physically and emotionally. He cares deeply about you and sees your pain. Psalm 147:3 says, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.” Not one tear escapes His sight. The loving Heavenly Father can take your wounds/scars and make you completely whole.

God is your deliverer.

If you have felt oppressed, take heart in Scripture by looking at the example of the Israelites. Not only did God deliver them from their oppressors, but He brought them out to a place of great abundance. Exodus 12:35-36 is one example of this.

God is your guide.

Are you seeking Him about a particular decision? Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Believers can trust the sovereignty of the Heavenly Father and allow Him to reveal each step, faithfully following His leading. Jeremiah 29:11 also states, “‘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 a future and a hope.’”

God is your peace.

You do not have to be tormented by stress and worry. Philippians 4:6-7 says, “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”

God is your orchestrator.

We don’t understand every situation that happens in our lives, but God does. As your orchestrator, He can turn what the enemy meant for evil around for your good. Romans 8:28 says, “And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose.”

God is with you and loves you.

You are not hidden from God. He sees you right where you are. Remember that David was seen in the sheep fields when God called and anointed Him. The LORD saw the beauty of David’s heart even when David was out in the middle of “no where”. It doesn’t matter where you are, God is there. Zephaniah 3:17 states, “The LORD your God is with you, the Mighty Warrior who saves. He will take great delight in you; in His love He will no longer rebuke you, but will rejoice over you with singing.” Let Him quiet your heart with His love today.

What Scripture is God speaking to you personally? As you focus on His truth, He is fully able to communicate with you. His Word is alive and active and never returns void. May these seeds above take root in your heart and bring peace, clarity, encouragement, direction, healing, and wholeness.

 

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