Author Archives: #4GIVEN

Seeking the Lord means seeking his presence. “Presence” is a common translation of the Hebrew word “FACE.” Literally, we are to seek his “FACE.” How many times have you sought God just to sit in His presence face-to-FACE? Sometimes we … Continue reading →

What would happen if you found out the enemy you’ve been fighting isn’t the devil or other people? What if the enemy is you? Accountability is best defined as the willingness to accept responsibility or account for one’s actions. James … Continue reading →

Life has taught me that praise is my weapon to win and in order for me to turn my focus from my problems and pain to God promises and purpose, I must press my way through! I have learned that … Continue reading →

Father God, I come to You, confessing that I tend to have a heart that is filled with whining and complaining instead of gratitude and praise. Please forgive me O’God! Holy Spirit, help me learn to see Your hand at … Continue reading →

Father God, teach me to offer You a heart of thanksgiving, gratefulness, and praise in all my daily experiences of life. Holy Spirit, teach me to be joyful always, to pray continually and to give thanks in all my circumstances. … Continue reading →

When God seems silent doesn’t mean He is absent. God’s silence is how it feels, it’s not how it is. God is always actively moving, orchestrating, and weaving the affairs of our lives. Nearly everyone throughout biblical history has experience … Continue reading →

When God delights in in us, He will open the heavens to us (Matthew 3:17; 17:5). Psalm 37:4 says, “Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you your heart’s desires.” Now some will take this scripture literally, however, … Continue reading →

Is God listening to me and if so, when will He answer me? Yes of course, our prayers never land on deaf ears and God will never leave us hanging. God responds to our prayers with ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ or … Continue reading →

It’s easier to forgive than to forget. However, ignoring the choice to do both will leave the offended party partially broken! Victims shouldn’t allow the venom of bitterness, resentment, and regret to lease space in their hearts because it cost … Continue reading →

The process of brokenness can be very painful. However, there is healing, deliverance, and power in brokenness. We have the tendency to view brokenness as a bad thing i.e. Broken things. Broken bones. Broken relationships. Broken vows. Broken homes. Broken … Continue reading →