“Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us.” Ephesians 3: 20 (NKJV)
Writings from the Global Office Empowering Lives with Purpose This is a significant season in your life, dear friend. The purpose of me sharing these words of hope with you, which fall under my “chosen title” of Empowering Lives with Purpose, is that I realize the battle of life is intense. We each need assistance to fight the day-to-day struggles, which we receive in the form of love, prayer and encouragement, allowing us to move forward in unity as believers. There is a new chapter the Lord is opening in your life today. It is not something to fear, it is something to rejoice in. I am here to empower you and encourage you to look toward our Savior. The Lord is decreeing there is a shift going on within your life. He is going to sift you. He is shifting you and moving you and you will not remain in the same place. God is changing circumstances, moving mountains, and removing roadblocks - making a way for you, dear sister. You must believe this and know that God has a divine plan for your life. As a leader in women’s ministry, my heart’s desire is that God will show you what He is calling you to do for Him and the abundant living you can possess by following His will. There are daily challenges that I want to encourage you to process and apply where needed. My column is to help you find God’s purpose and plan for your life. May you draw closer to both His purpose and His plan over your entire life, and walk with Him while living in the abundant life that He has intended for you. Remember, He can do exceedingly, abundantly more than you can ever ask or imagine according to the power that is at work within you (Ephesians 3:20), if you allow Him to.
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FIGHT TO FOCUS: If you are anything like me, it is extremely easy to become distracted these days. Our thoughts wander from what we are going to do with our day, to what are we going to eat tonight; and then there are the constant interruptions of our ringing phones and email alerts, family duties, and endless jobs - which all add to the monotony of our life. The bottom line is that we all experience distractions; our minds are being taken off what really matters most. What matters most to you? Take a moment to ponder that question. Try to be completely honest with yourself about this. I am encouraging you into abundant living with our King. After all, that is why this ministry was formed. I would love to guide you into what matters most to God, which is our relationship with Him. We need to fight to focus on that. God has called you to a purpose and plan in your life, but the forces of hell are trying to distract you from that course. They want to divide your heart, separate you, and pull you in different directions. If those forces distract you from what matters most, they can succeed in causing division - discouraging your soul and disengaging your faith. The devil does not need to destroy you if he can distract you. Diminish the distractions and fight, really fight hard, to focus. If it is people who distract you from your focus, remember to walk with the wise and you will become wise. Walk with fools and become a fool. We need to do whatever it takes. Treat distractions like temptations – and recognize that they are keeping you from growing closer to God.
