Steadfast Power

September 18, 2014Leave a comment

Many people in the world today know about God. Some reverence Him, but may not desire to practice religion or go to church. Some accept His Son, Jesus, as their Savior, but choose not to walk in love or forgiveness. Some worship Him, but do not really believe they can live in the power and blessing bestowed upon them. There are many ways people relate to God and varied emotions on how they feel about Him. However, God is always the same.

God’s love is steadfast (unwavering, firm and purposeful) towards you.

He is all and everything you need…a Father, protector, creator, redeemer, path maker, healer, sustainer, financier, blessing provider, restorer, comforter, innovator, wisdom revealer and much more! It is truly amazing to comprehend how much God loves and adores you. He has made all provisions for you. He always forgives and does not remember mistakes. His grace and mercies are new each day. He never changes, takes a day off, or withholds any good thing from you. He wants you to be healed, joyful, abundant and victorious! Always!

How can I be steadfast towards God?

For we are made partakers of Christ, if we hold the beginning of our confidence
stedfast unto the end; – Hebrews 3:14

Focus on His word and believe with confidence. Situations and circumstances in life are temporary. Your Heavenly Father wants you to be steadfast in Him regardless of the world around you. It is never too late for new beginnings with God! He has a plan for your life that is more elaborate than you can ever imagine. You must be with Him so He can pour out blessings on you. No matter what you have done, He is always open for a closer, more intimate relationship with you. He would love to hear from you! You are His precious child and representative on earth. Be steadfast and experience the power of His unwavering love!

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable,
always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know
that your labour is not in vain in the Lord. – 1 Corinthians 15:58

Power For The Brokenhearted

August 21, 2014August 25, 20164 Comments

When do I feel whole again?

Maybe you have asked this question while recovering from a broken relationship. Betrayal, divorce, abuse and deception often cause overwhelming feelings of inadequacy, sorrow and anguish. Whether it is a spouse, friend or family member – damaged personal relationships can be some of the hardest to overcome.

These distressing situations work to steal your joy. They cause fear to torment you and hinder your love walk from thriving. The good news is that God does not want you to live this way. You are not alone and there is help. Today is the day to be whole again!

How you may ask?

By relinquishing yourself and your emotions to God. He is the only one who can make you whole. Do not allow your heart to become hardened, but open it up to the promises of God. Your happiness and well-being are of the utmost importance to Him.

And after you have suffered a little while, the God of all grace
[Who imparts all blessing and favor], Who has called you to His [own] eternal glory in Christ Jesus, will Himself complete and make you what you ought to be, establish and ground you securely, and strengthen, and settle you.
– 1 Peter 5:10 (Amplified Bible Translation)

Take small steps of faith toward a closer relationship with Him by going as deep as you can in His Word. There you will find truth, peace and encouragement for moving forward! Discover for yourself how God has already made provisions for your healing and wholeness.

Here are a few points for you to reflect on:

He will make something beautiful out of any dark and dirty situation in your life. (Isaiah 61:1-3)
He will restore your health and heal all your wounds – emotional and physical. (Jeremiah 30:16-17)
Be patient. He will handle the situation in His perfect timing and in His way.
(2 Thessalonians 1:6-10)
He sent His Son, Jesus and the Holy Spirit to guide and comfort you through the tribulations of life. He wants you to live abundantly! (John 10:9-11)
You are brand new! Everything in your past is forgotten when you accept Jesus Christ into your life. (2 Corinthians 5:17-19)
He will restore to you one hundred times more than you lost to follow Him. (Mark 10:29-31)

Praise God! You are free to forgive and love again. Emotional healing is a process, but you will feel whole sooner than you ever imagined. Wholeness is yours through the love and power of God!

Power Gifts Freely Given

July 24, 2014Leave a comment

Power Gifts Freely Given Do you enjoy getting good gifts? You know – the kind of gifts that make you feel special, loved and appreciated? I certainly do! You may not realize this, but God has good gifts waiting for you to receive and experience their joy each day!

Let’s take a look at just a few…

Peace
The perfect gift for any occasion.

Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you:
not as the world giveth, give I unto you.
Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. – John 14:27

Wisdom
The one-size-fits-all gift.

For I will give you a mouth and wisdom, which all your adversaries
shall not be able to gainsay nor resist. – Luke 21:15

Power
The must-have gift!

Behold, I give unto you power to tread on serpents and scorpions,
and over all the power of the enemy:
and nothing shall by any means hurt you. – Luke 10:19

Jesus
The ultimate gift.

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son,
that whosoever believeth in him should not perish,
but have everlasting life. – John 3:16

Grace
The gift that keeps on giving.

I thank my God always on your behalf,
for the grace of God which is
given you by Jesus Christ; – 1 Corinthians 1:4

Holy Spirit (Comforter)
The one-of-a-kind gift.

And I will pray the Father, and he shall give you another Comforter,
that he may abide with you for ever; – John 14:16

Friend, God has many more gifts especially for you! Each is customized and tailor-made to perfectly fit your life. They are as unique as you are. Seek God and you will discover all the powerful gifts freely given to you!

Unshakable Power – Part 2

June 30, 2014Leave a comment

Maybe you can relate – You no longer want to live precariously, reacting to the unexpected, stressing over conflicts and running amuck trying to create your own life. You understand that there are trials to overcome. God has brought you through many. But your challenge has been what to do with yourself and your emotions while He is at work.

How can you become unshakable in the midst of all this?

Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD,
and whose hope the LORD is.
For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters,
and that spreadeth out her roots by the river,
and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green;
and shall not be careful in the year of drought,
neither shall cease from yielding fruit. – Jeremiah 17:7-8

What I am about to share has helped me to have peace and remain still while God is in control of the situation. I hope it helps you, too.

Get ROOTED.

Go DEEP in your relationship with GOD – deeper than you have ever been. Ask Him to show you new dimensions of His love and the essence of His power. Only with God will you become steady during turbulent times. The winds of change continue to blow and the heat of the unexpected burns, but nothing shall harm you. He loves, protects and empowers you to be a blessing in any situation. This requires a complete trust and focus on God instead of your circumstance.

SPREAD your roots among the “living water” of God’s Word. Find at least one or two scriptures in the bible that you believe to be true. If you’d like an example, here are two scriptures that you can begin to plant and grow roots in your spirit.

Every word of God is pure: he is a shield unto them
that put their trust in him. – Proverbs 30:5

And they shall fight against thee; but they shall not prevail against thee;
for I am with thee, saith the Lord, to deliver thee. – Jeremiah 1:19

Every day, speak the scriptures aloud and think on the words and their meaning until it abounds in you. You will know it is rooted when it comes into your mind or out of your mouth freely, without prompting. Once you have deeply rooted those scriptures in your spirit, search for others and repeat the process. Firmly establish yourself in the truth of God – not mankind. Understand, it is the storms of life that reveal how deep and wide your roots have grown.

When we are spiritually rooted and grounded, we become impervious to the chaos in the world. Our emotions are steady. We can love, forgive, prosper and go forward in the midst of any storm!

Get rooted in God’s Word and become UNSHAKABLE!

The Power of Compassion – No Questions Asked

April 30, 2014August 25, 20162 Comments

Lately, I have been intrigued by the power of compassion. Compassion is not only defined as a sympathetic consciousness of another’s distress, but it also includes a strong desire to alleviate the suffering. Through my own life, I search to find how I can cultivate this unique spiritual force.

Jesus is a great example of compassion.

And Jesus went forth, and saw a great multitude,
and was moved with compassion toward them,
and he healed their sick – Matthew 14:14

So Jesus had compassion on them, and touched their eyes:
and immediately their eyes received sight, and they followed him. – Matthew 20:34

And Jesus, moved with compassion, put forth his hand, and touched him,
and saith unto him, I will; be thou clean. – Mark 1:41

One thing I realized about Jesus is that He did not inquire for specific details. He was not curious to know the cause for the pain, shame, loss or disease. Although Jesus could discern the heart of men, His compassion moved Him to heal everyone regardless of their circumstance. You would not find Him saying things like…

What happened to you?
How did you get yourself in this mess?
I am only willing to help a little.
Why didn’t you come to me first?
Explain what you have done to help yourself.
Have you learned a lesson from all of this?
This is what you get.

Jesus demonstrated compassion. No questions asked.

He wants us to come to Him for our healing and our complete restoration. Jesus is the only one who can set us free from all evil and wickedness. His compassion comes without judgement and without condemnation.

God had compassion and sent His only son, Jesus to alleviate all our pain and suffering. Jesus had compassion and laid down His life so that we could have an abundant one. The power of compassion is fueled by love and does not require an explanation. Praise God!

Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another,
love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous:
not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing;
knowing that ye are thereunto called,
that ye should inherit a blessing. – 1 Peter 3:8-9

Power Money Can’t Buy

March 18, 20143 Comments

Do you feel that you must somehow pay for your sins or past mistakes? Has shame or guilt or even condemnation made you feel unworthy and disconnected from God? The enemy may be trying to deceive you into thinking suffering, sickness, and punishment are all deserved and should be expected payment for your imperfections. This is not true.

God has given you a new covenant through His Son, Jesus Christ! All of your sins, from the beginning of time until the end, have been forgiven. Jesus was and is the ultimate sacrifice to cleanse you forever in the eyes of God. Not only are you free from sin, you are empowered to live victoriously! There is nothing more you have to pay. The gift of salvation is free!

But Peter said unto him, Thy money perish with thee,
because thou hast thought that the gift of God may be purchased with money.
– Acts 8:20

When we accept and receive this free gift of salvation, you and I are no longer under the old covenant of the law. We now live under God’s new covenant of grace through Christ Jesus.

We do not have to be re-cleansed every time we sin.

We do not have to pay a special offering in order for our prayers to be answered.

We do not have to perform special rituals to receive His blessings.

There is nothing we can do to make God love us more or less.

Our Lord has already qualified us, perfected us, and paid for everything we will ever need – our healing, favor, deliverance, peace, forgiveness, anointing, joy, abundance and so much more! Rejoice! There are no hidden fees for salvation.

So, you might be thinking…

Why would God do all this for me?

You are His Beloved! God did all of this because of His immense love for you.
Continue to seek Him and experience His love, grace and ultimate power in your life!

What Can God’s Power Do For You?

February 6, 20141 Comment

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Not a day goes by that I don’t need God’s power in some area of my life.
If you find yourself in need of power, remember God can do anything. All you have to do is trust Him. He promises to always be with you to overcome every obstacle.

And they shall fight against thee;
but they shall not prevail against thee;
for I am with thee, saith the Lord,
to deliver thee. – Jeremiah 1:19

Sometimes, in the midst of life trials, you and I can forget our “all-access” status with God. It is during these times that He wants all our cares, battles and frustrations to be given to Him. He wants us to ask for His help. God’s power is magnificent, intense and boundless! He can do all things!

Allow me to share what God’s power can do…

strengthen you in times of weakness, anxiety and fear

shield and vindicate you against wickedness, slander, deception and corruption

infuse joy, love, peace and purpose into your life

heal you from sickness, addictions, abuse, molestation and a broken heart

restore and renew you from divorce, betrayal, loss, rejection and financial hardship

deliver you from feelings of inadequacy, depression, low self- esteem and rejection

bless and make you fruitful in every endeavor

transform your life out of darkness, condemnation and despair

generously provide grace and mercy

open doors, promote you and give you favor to live successfully

anoint you to love others even in the most difficult situations

…and the list is endless.

You are His beloved! Whatever you need, seek Him and He will show you His power. God can. He is ready to do for you!

Tap Into Your Superpower!

January 16, 2014January 16, 2014Leave a comment

Words we say to ourselves are just as powerful as the words we speak out of our mouths. This year, let’s thrive on powerful words…the ones we verbalize and the ones we meditate on.

Did you know that we can think and say words that are specifically designed to release a blessing and stabilize any environment? These awesome words can be found in one place…the Word of God. These power-packed words cover a multitude of circumstances. There is nothing you can experience or ponder that God has not already addressed in the Scriptures. His words possess supernatural authority to transform any situation. God’s words have all the power you and I will ever need!

For the word of God is quick, and powerful,
and sharper than any two edged sword,
piercing even to the dividing asunder of soul and spirit,
and of the joints and marrow,
and is a discerner of the thoughts and intents of the heart.
– Hebrews 4:12

Let’s choose our Power Scripture for 2014 and tap into this ultimate power source! I am selecting a scripture that encourages me when I think about it and empowers me when I speak it aloud…

O taste and see that the Lord is good:
blessed is the man that trusteth in him – Psalm 34:8

Something exciting happens when our spirit hears the Word of God coming out of our own mouths. What divine words will spark something inside of you to become your Power Scripture for 2014?

Friend, I am sensing big, bold and amazing new opportunities in our lives! Blessings will flow through us to bless others as we trust God, stay close and take refuge in Him. This will be a year of spiritual maturity and manifested power like we have never experienced before. All we have to do is give God a try and trust Him with every area of our lives – from our thoughts to our words.

Let’s start today and enjoy supernatural power for victorious living!

Power to Finish Strong and Keep Going

December 19, 2013December 19, 2013Leave a comment

Regardless of how your 2013 has been, you can always finish the year strong! I understand that this is the time of year for reflections and resolutions, but join me in following a new approach encouraged by Apostle Paul…

Brethren, I count not myself to have apprehended:
but this one thing I do,
forgetting those things which are behind,
and reaching forth unto those things which are before,
I press toward the mark
for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.
–Philippians 3:13-14

…forgetting those things which are behind

The “Paul” approach requires you to forget all the mistakes and disappointments of your past. Purge everything that is behind, even memories of the “good ol’ days.” They are no longer needed. Forgetting is much easier when you replace the past with thoughts of hope and joyful expectations of the future. You will discover many amazing promises when looking forward in the Word of God!

Here is one of my favorites…

But Jesus beheld them, and said unto them,
With men this is impossible;
but with God all things are possible. – Matthew 19:26

You must also remove the load of shame, condemnation, bitterness, selfishness, lack, regret and anything else that you’ve been carrying. Dismiss old philosophies, traditions and mindsets contrary to God and His word. Stop engaging in activities that may harm you. Envision yourself brand new, healthy and beloved each day. This is how God sees you when you receive the free gift of salvation.

No more dwelling on the hurt and pain others may have caused. No more speaking words of anger or despair. Dark sorrow has no room in the bright days of your future. Your past is not allowed to carry over into your new future. It is time to remember no more. Forgive everyone, including yourself, and prepare for a fresh anointing!

The past is over and nothing…
absolutely nothing from the past
is necessary for your new life ahead.

…reaching forth unto the things which are before

Believe that the best is yet to come! Your true purpose, joy, power and good success is before you! God’s promises, found in His Word, will comfort and strengthen you as you end this year. It will also encourage you to press towards the prize of God’s love, truth and blessings through Christ Jesus. If you are interested in reading more on this subject, I would like to share some of the writings that have transformed my way of thinking this year and encouraged me to finish strong:

Grace: More Than We Deserve, Greater Than We Imagine by Max Lucado

Battlefield of the Mind by Joyce Meyer

Power Thoughts by Joyce Meyer

Live Long, Finish Strong by Gloria Copeland

Power Over All: A 52-Week Guide to Victorious Living by Akilah Grant
(This is a sincere plug – I consistently refer to my book for blog inspiration and spiritual motivation)

Friend, I pray that 2014 is your year of victory!
May the power and love of God be present in every area of your life!
Believe and have no fear of the future.
Finish strong and reach forth toward Him!
In Jesus Name, Amen.

I love you and thank you so much for your support this year!
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Access to Power

October 30, 2013Leave a comment

Let’s get right to it. The extra strength and guidance you need for victory in every aspect of daily life: relationships, work, family, dreams, finances, decisions, wellness, self-esteem – is readily accessible through the power of God and His anointing.

Yes, this anointing is not only responsible for miracles, but it is also necessary to do the following in and through your life:

– heal and restore any type of brokenness
– strengthen and empower your spirit
– overcome and destroy any demonic oppression
– set you free from bondage: emotional, mental or physical
– demonstrate God’s pure love to the world
– help to discern the truth
– guide you to accomplish your purpose in life

Many of us are not aware that we have access to God’s powerful anointing right now! And that God desires us to flow in this anointing every day as we live out His purpose in us. Without it, the challenges of life tend to wear down our faith, distract our attention away from God, and hinder our spiritual progress. (The book of Acts in the bible gives further explanation of God’s anointing.)

Maybe you can relate to being a Christian who has experienced feeling exhausted, frustrated and powerless. You come to a point in which you are no longer thriving. It feels as if you are suffocating in fear, worry, anger and condemnation. You find yourself becoming resentful and bitter; no longer helping others and sharing the love of Christ. Thankfully, God is the ultimate power source to overcome all we will ever encounter in life! This power is essential to living a victorious life. Even better, you and I have access to this power through God’s anointing today!

Any person who has received the gift of salvation also has access to this power. You do not have to be a preacher or work in ministry to be anointed. God can and will work through anyone willing to “work” for Him. He loves you and does not care about your race, age, sex, occupation, status or background – only your heart.

Now it is God who makes both us
and you stand firm in Christ.
He anointed us, set his seal of ownership on us,
and put his Spirit in our hearts as a deposit,
guaranteeing what is to come.
– 2 Corinthians 1:21-22 (New International Version)

You can access the anointing of God through the baptism of the Holy Spirit. When you are ready, simply pray and ask God for this powerful gift of being anointed and filled with the Holy Spirit. Once received, continue to seek God and His word to learn more about this extraordinary way of living! He is ready to do a mighty work through you!

In the next blog post, we will talk about how to flow in His anointing. If you want to learn more about God’s anointing through Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, go to Week 4: You Are Anointed in the Power Over All book.

AKILAH GRANT

Power, Love and Inspirations

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