Copyright © 2012 by William Valmyr
“Now Jabez was more honorable than his brothers, and his mother called his name Jabez, saying, “Because I bore him in pain.” And Jabez called on the God of Israel saying, “Oh, that You would bless me indeed, and enlarge my territory, that Your hand would be with me, and that You would keep me from evil, that I may not cause pain!” So God granted him what he requested.” (1 Chronicles 4:9-10)
Ready, Set, Go
Are you ready to take the next step in God’s plan for your life in 2012? Don’t miss another moment that could be spent in the blessings of God’s promises? This year God is ready and willing to turn your ordinary into the extraordinary, if you will walk in obedience! He is able to do exceedingly abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that works in us (Eph. 3:20). Don't doubt God's power this year; just put your faith in His Word!
Competing Affections
There are many things competing for our hearts and affections. The challenge for the follower of Christ is to be totally committed to honoring the Lord with his or her whole heart. Jesus commands us to "Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength" Mark 12:30.
I encourage you to pray the prayer of Jabez over your life daily. Set your affections on God, set your heart on things that are above and go for your God-given dream and purpose. Let us lift each other in prayer so that we do not compromise in our love for Christ! Grace and peace! I am praying for you!
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