GRACE FOR A NEW BEGINNING; DAWNING OF A NEW DAY!!!

Hey there, hope your day went very well and you were able to accomplish all your tasks excellently!

Today, I bring you the sequel to VISION. This time around, you may have made the decision to start life afresh and repositioned your vision for a new beginning. DAWNING OF A NEW DAY looks at the troubles you might face whilst entering a new era. The changes may be difficult but you would need total dependence on God to survive the challenges you may encounter.
2Chronicles 20:1
Many atimes, we stay in the position of a circumstance and believe what the Devil tells us. But as far as we have our faith in God, the Devil is a liar!
DAWNING OF A NEW DAY=new era, new chapter.
Like the Story of  the King of Judah-Jehoshaphat in 2 Chronicles 20:2, there was a great multitude against him and his people. He quickly sought the face of God declaring total dependence and reminding God of His promise towards the people of Judah.

It doesn't really matter the size of the multitude that is against you; your change is on its way. You just have to walk in the fullness of it. Where ever you have gone wrong in life and you feel you need a new beginning, a new season, or a new vision; It is never too late to experience the mercy of God and the wonderful plan He has in store for you.
Job 14:7, Job 14:14.
If you are faced with a challenge too difficult for you, you must ask yourself, "what is God saying about this situation?" My earnest advice would be for you to stand still and see the revelation because, it takes care of your doubt!. Psalm 119:130.

Note: Knowledge fills the head while revelation fills the heart and changes character.
Continuing in the word [of God] produces revelation which produces freedom.

BENEFITS OF REVELATION

1. Revelation gives divine definition. No more identity crisis! With divine definition, we know who we are in Christ and what we are in Him. Going with the rat pack doesn't solve issues (at all)!
Knowing who you are is the first step to answering the question of significance for our purpose. Stop trying to impress people. When you cannot answer the question, "who are you?" It opens the door for the manipulator, the adversary-the devil to step in and distract your focus.

2. Revelation gives you divine development. It helps you be the best you can be. You know you have the freedom in Christ Jesus to do all things. Revelation informs and empowers you. Genesis 1:28.

3. Revelation gives you divine deliverance. This opens your eyes to see the vision to succeed. You are delivered from all the things which cause you to be limited, restricted, etc. No more shall we be limited! Psalm 126. Come what may, if God has said it, so shall it be!

4. Revelation gives divine delegation. You are delegated by God's divine source, authorized to be all you can be. When you are in a fix, you can give it a divine sentence [word] to change that situation for your good. It is the right to rule your world (a topic we'll look into subsequently).

5. Revelation gives divine dominion. Now, you can do what God would do in the situation that faces you. You act like God would because you have revelation that you are made in His likeness. Genesis 1:3.
...darkness filled the earth and God commanded,"let there be light".
Being faced with a bad situation calls for the God in you to come out and take charge of it! The light that is in you is what will confront that situation.

Where there is light, darkness ceases to exist.
Did you know that the WORD is the seed for creation? So instead of running from pillar to post, use your dominion influence to rule your world. Don't be too busy being busy!

Ever noticed the closer you are to light, the more your shadow vanishes...

POINTS TO NOTE

1. Put God in remembrance of His word...Your thoughts become you. 2 Chronicles 20:7

2. Declare your total dependence on God. Your knowledge, wealth and experience cannot be enough to help you. 2 Chronicles 20:12

3. Insist every person under your authority must engage in prayer and fasting as a family. 2 Chronicles 20:13. Since you are seeking God's face, you need to bring them together to fast, pray and worship God. Don't let them be the Jonah in your boat! Don't mind hurting their feelings too...you must move forward.

4. Be open to receive [the] revelation from God. 2 Chronicles 20:14

5. Always understand that the challenges and battles you face aren't yours but of the Lords'. 2 Chronicles 20:15.

6. Sing praises because of the manifestation of the revelation. 2 Chronicles 20:16. Eg. Paul & Silas, Walls of Jericho. Joshua 6:20-21.
You'll have it all including prosecution. Psalm 126:15.
When others go about weeping and gnashing their teeth, abandoning themselves to fate...You make their excuses not hold water because your life makes everything possible!

At this juncture, I leave you act upon this message.

GRACE FOR A NEW BEGINNING; VISION

I begin this series with VISION as the first part. It actually should have come sooner but the year has gone by so fast....(can't find the right excuse)! Whatever the case, it's never too late to experience a new beginning. Praise the Lord!!!

Sometimes, we are drowned with guilt from our sins and are unwilling to seek the face of God; to ask for grace for a fresh start. The Bible says ask and it shall be given unto you.Matt. 7:7, Lk. 11:9.
You have to first of all confess your sins and ask for forgiveness;believing in your heart that Christ died for you and His blood wash shed for you. And you are now a new creature in Him.
Then drop your old clothe of uncleanness and enjoy the new life in Christ Jesus.

Our God specializes in new beginnings. Ruth 1:16, Judges 11:1, Lk 5:2-4.
A new beginning could be seen as-a new era, a new chapter, a vision and a fresh start! Jeremiah 1:5.
Whenever you feel trapped in your old ways and feel there's now way you can ever obtain grace from God, know this,"The outcome of your life is not as a result of your circumstance but as a result of what you believe". Therefore, believe you are worthy of God's grace for a fresh start.

VISION FOR A NEW BEGINNING

In whatever you plan to do or accomplish in life, you must have a vision. So also, if your want to start life afresh, you'll need 'vision' to know where your are headed. "If your heart can't capture it, you can't experience it". This is why vision is very important.
I'm guessing you would be wondering why I haven't defined 'vision'. Well, this is because, Vision is more than eyesight!
Having eyesight doesn't equate vision. For example, there's Ray Charles, Steve Wonder, etc. They make exceptional music and play instruments I bet you and I aren't able to play but yet, they are blind to the world.
Without vision, you are bound to encounter failure!
Vision is more than hindsight-to learn and understand something after it has happened.
Vision is more than insight- to feel/see beyond the ordinary intuition.
Vision is much more than foresight!!!
However, you can combine foresight, insight, hindsight and eyesight to achieve great success. But there must be something from the inside that will work with expectations from the outside.

Note:"Life is not by default, it is by design". Our destinies have been predetermined by God. We are designed for a purpose. Therefore, we need the grace and mercy of God to establish our vision for a new era.

Why Vision is important

1. People without vision are bored. When you have vision, you are automatically focused and your time is well planned and managed. There is no way you can get bored. Vision engages you in a lot of activities.
2. People without vision are frustrated! When they encounter a situation to ambiguous for them, frustration sets in. But the knowledge that our lives are designed by Revelation (from God)and not information from the outside, it doesn't matter the circumstance; your focus should solely depend on your Revelation for your Vision.

For example, a home must have a vision. It helps to put resources in the right place. It is important that you as a person should not set a low bar/standard for yourself. Get a big vision so that you can depend on God to help you.

Categories of People in Life

1. People without vision
2. People with small vision
3. People with wrong vision
4. People with the right vision.

How to develop your vision for a new beginning

1. Spend time praying regularly. If you don't renew your mind in fellowship with God, you sideline yourself from the place of Revelation.
Pray in your understanding, pray in spirit and connect with the ultimate power of God.

2. Spend time meditating on God's word. Joshua 1:8.
When you stay long enough in meditation, you will capture the word of God and what it has for you. Meditation strengthens, fortifies and stabilizes you.

3. Spend time to write the vision down. Habakkuk 2:2

4. See it repeatedly in your minds eye. See the vision! Joshua 6:2-See!
See yourself healed, employed, paid, married, even before it happens.

5. Confess that vision for yourself-say it with your mouth. Romans 10:9-10

6. Persevere! Galatians 6:9. There will be difficult times when you decide to make a new beginning. Don't give up! In a matter of time, you'll experience great victory!

7. Take the right course of action.

Need I say more?

Have a vision today and you will be glad you did!

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What Successful People DO

With many encounters with successful people through various media i.e., television, print and radio broadcast etc, I have come to the conclusion that there are a few techniques they apply which sets them apart from the pack. As the saying goes, “not all fingers are equal” which is very true but when they are bent, they are almost the same!

We sometimes bemoan people who we assume are successful but have you ever examined closer to find out what they do to achieve their success? This article aims at equipping you with information that you can arm yourself with as you embark on your journey to success.

If you do as successful people do scripture applied, you’ll have what they have. But firstly, you must realize and accept that God wants you to succeed all-round. Proverbs 10:22, Deuteronomy 8:18. You must lay the foundation that God establishes your wealth; He has empowered you to have a relationship with Him and you can thereby draw from His power to work for your success.3 John 2, 1 Timothy 6:17.

For you to be successful, you must know and apply God’s word in every situation in your life. Note: “A man’s value and self-worth is not based on what he has acquired but measured by his relationships with God, family, friends”.

HOW SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE OPERATE

1. They are choice driven; they live their lives making choices. They do not abandon their lives to fate or chance but by choice. Deut. 30:19. Be warned, your choices have consequences. You have the liberty to choose but also have to bear the consequences. However, the consequence of your decision is predetermined by God. John 10:10. You have the right to choose whatever decision you like pertaining to your quest for success. Note: Successful people are principled-driven and not emotional-driven. Josh.24:15, Heb. 11:24-25.

2. They see failure differently; some people have a fear of failure hence, fear to launch out. However, successful people have no fear of failure i.e., failure does not quench their winning/competitive edge. Note: the average person experiences or has three (3) ideas that can make him a millionaire in a year. Prov. 24:16. Successful people learn from their failures and try to change course of action to make a success out of that venture. Micah 7:8.

ADVANTAGES OF FAILURE
a. Failure educates you
b. Failure helps you discover your creativity and hidden talents
c. Failure makes you less judgmental of people. If you have been there, you will understand what someone else is going through.
d. Failure helps you discover your skills and develop them.

3. Successful people take responsibility for their actions; they do not live a life of excuse. Gen. 3:13. Why are you not becoming as successful as you ought to be? What is your excuse? Get rid of your excuses and do not live in denial or the Nile!

4. Successful people enjoy their work; this does not mean alcoholism, extreme or obsessive embrace of your work to the detriment of your love ones, but enjoying what you do. Love your work and be the best in your industry not restricted only to you immediate organization. Ecc.5:18.

5. They build and maintain relationships; how many people in your life can assist with your issues? Redefine your relationships. Do not carry excess baggage. Having mentors is important. Relationships are like ladders; they take you up and can also bring you down. Therefore, keep relationships with mentors, peers and contemporaries and those who look up to you. It keeps you humble. 1 John 4 :20-21. Successful people are committed people in all they engage in whether it be relationships, family, marriage, work etc. Job.1:8.

6. Successful people invest in themselves. You are your highest investment. A mobile walking/working investment. In your problem, how much information and knowledge have you impacted on yourself in that area?

I hope you are blessed by this message and without a doubt, the Lord will surely give you good success. Amen!