Gold Nugget of today: Like being Stuck?

Have you ever been in a place where you were stuck? Stuck in your finances? Stuck in a rut? Just stuck!! I have plenty of times and the question I continued to ask myself was “What can I do from here?” Have you ever been in a situation like this before? Through it all I learned to Believe. Believe in the promises that God has revealed to you for your life, and rest in his assurance that he will bring it to pass.  

 God does not take joy and pleasure in seeing you suffer; he is developing you to win. The bible says that we are “More than Conquerors” (see Romans 8:37), but we must grow through the development stages to win.  How can you stand to be a conqueror and not accept the challenge to fight? What you don’t conquer is conquering you. What you allow to hinder you from winning is waving the victory flag over you.

So NO MORE PITY PARTIES and NO MORE waving the peace flag at your enemy. We must fight and take back our rightful places as more than conquerors. The definition of conquer is:  to overcome and take control of (a place or people) by use of military force.  It’s time for you to get your kingdom Battle Gear on because we are raging war on depression, war on lack, war on addictions, war on distractions, war on You fill in the blank. Aren’t you tired of being defeated?! If so it’s time for you to get your Kingdom Battle Gear on, and do not leave home without it.

 
KBG:

1. Helmet of Salvation- Protect your mind and guard your thoughts. Obtain a Christ like mind by reading his thoughts, which is the word of God-The bible.

2. Belt of Truth- Gird your waist with truth. Have you ever had a pair of pants on that were too big for you without a belt? What ends up happening is they fall down. This is what happens when you come from under the truth of God’s word; you’re caught with your pants down, exposing yourself to the enemy for pickings. 

3. Breast Plate of Righteousness- You must stay in compliance with the Lord’s commands. The Lord is Commander and Chief Officer of your life; what he says goes, because he is able to guide you on the battle field of life. “It’s a matter of LIFE and DEATH.”  God is the Master Mind behind battle field tactics; he designs the plans on how to defeat your enemy(s). Obedience to God’s orders will keep you from broken hearts, disappointments, defeat, etc.

4.  Shoes of Peace- Cover your feet with the preparation of the gospel of peace. What you prepare for is where your feet will take you. What you invest your time in, determines the outcome of your destination. Prepare yourself in the gospel of Jesus Christ.

5. Shield of Faith- Do not leave home without your FAITH!!! You are able to counteract the darts of Fear with Faith. One of the enemy’s weapons of mass destruction is fear. You must develop in your faith by believing the report of the Lord, and by rejecting fear. 

6. The Sword of the Spirit- is the word of God. In Hebrews 4:12 it reads that the “word of God is active and alive, and sharper than any two-edge sword…” You must sharpen your sword in order to defeat the enemy. Have you ever tried to cut a potato or something tuff with a dull knife? Very strenuous work… if you don’t spend time sharpening your sword (Studying God’s word), you may swing for your enemy’s head, but no damage will occur.

Put on the whole armor of God so that you may be able to stand against the wiles of the devil (Ephesians 6:11). I will declare over your life that you will NO LONGER show to battle wearing nothing. You are created to WIN!!! You WIN every time!!!

Remember Growth is intentional and you’re responsible for it. Take the time Everyday~Grow Forward.

~MechelleRenee

Pull Up A Chair Let’s Talk!!

 Ok, so just last night I came across my vision broad from a year ago. In case you’re wondering what a vision broad is, it’s when you create a collage of words and images that helps you visualize your goals and dreams; you should try it with scripture Habakkuk 2:2 in mind.  To my surprise I was able to check some of the minor goals off; cutting my hair for example. Good news, Sunday was my last day on the 30 day Daniel Fast. I was so excited about me completing the fast!!! Now I’m in transition in incorporating meat back into my diet again; yay for Meatloaf!!  

So the reason I ask you to pull up a chair and lend me your ear, is to let you in on what’s been going on with me within the past week “post Fast.” So here goes, I am not a vivid dreamer, but each night for the past week I’ve had vivid dreams of me performing and acting. Acting was a desire of mind years ago, life got in the way, and my passion for acting was place on the back burner. 

Growing up my family and I loved watching movies, and still do even now!! When the latest VHS tape or DVD hit the stores, my mother was on it!!  It was so serious that our den had rows of VHS tapes wall to wall, with books of DVDs holders full; I believed we had more movies than family pictures (lol). My desire recently has been redirected to a long buried passion of mine; to become an actress!! I remember recently sitting on my couch and saying to God/myself: “Lord if I could just travel the world and act for You...” Then silence filled the room.

Have you ever been in a place to where a long buried desire(s) have resurfaced and intensified to the point where you can no longer deny that desire(s)?  Well my friend this is the battle happening inside of me as I write; I want to accomplish so many things!!! Have you ever been in a place to where you wanted to accomplish so many things all at once? For Example: become an actress, a photographer, a food critic, a blogger (wait I’ve done that alreadyJ), Singer (in need of a vocal coach), fashion designer (I have the name and a few sketched work), own a day Spa (I have the name and that’s it), the list can go on and on.

I absolutely love the Holy Spirit’s gentleness; He continues to remind me of the scripture Mark 9:23 “Jesus said to him, “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes.” So I prayed and ask the Lord what’s the next step(s) for me? So that I may seek out Your plan for my life (read Ask, Seek, Knock blog entry; it will help you seek out God's plan for your life). The Lord spoke to me with a gentle voice and said “Just use the resources around you.” The light bulb was immediately turned on!! Why didn’t I think of that? (Lol) So immediately I hopped on the internet and became Google smart of the resources surrounding me. My wheels begin to turn in my head as my fingers became one with the keyboard; I was on a safari hunt to my destiny.

 I hope your getting this!! “Use the resources around you!!” Whatever desire that the Lord has set a flame, start by using the resources around you. I finally came across a theater located in the heart of Tallahassee name; Tallahassee Little Theatre (http://tallahasseelittletheatre.org ). I did my research and found the volunteer coordinator and sent her an email. The very next day after work I took an early lunch and went down to tour the theatre; it was so exciting!! The journey has just begun; I will definitely update you on how it’s going with that. Now to photography!! I’ve been on the search for a cost effective beginner’s camera; what’s a photographer without a camera?  Please! Please! Help me! I need suggestions on a user friendly camera to start my journey on capturing the beauty around me. Shoot me an email at Mechelle.stokes@gmail.com or leave a comment with some tips. Thank you in advance J

Thank you all for your ears and suggestions!! I hope that the Lord in a way has spoken to your hearts concerning the desire(s) He has placed in you. Keep in mind that the world MUST see your talents. God Bless.

-PureEnlightenment