Positive Spirit - Uplifting the Mind and Enriching the Soul by Sheila Ed...

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Everyday

God has a divine plan for your life!  You are not here by accident.  The situation that plagues your life is merely a stepping stone to the great days ahead.  You are going to bless many people with your testimony of triumph through adversity.  God is preparing you for a place where the world will look at you and see him.  

This is your story!  Your story is one of perseverance and faith!  Everyday, remember you are destined for greatness.  You are uniquely constructed to be a blessing to others through your life.  Don't give up!  If you could only see your future through God's eyes, you would be overwhelmed.  Today is your day!  Remember, everyday is an opportunity for a new beginning!

Grateful

God is truly amazing!  When I look back to where God has brought me from, I am reminded of God's divine faithfulness in my life.  Every trial, with time becomes triumph when we allow faith to direct our paths.  God has a unique plan for everyone.  Life's journey is merely a stepping stone to a place where we can be living testimonies of God's love, grace and provision.  Through life's journey, God places special people in our lives to make the road just a little sweeter. 

Today, I thank God for a tremendous group of family and friends who have prayed and supported me throughout life's journey.  Today, my prayer is that families remain grounded in faith, knowing that there is sunshine coming their way.  We can place our trust in God and he will always see us through, directing us to the right path, leading us with love, mercy and grace. 

God Is In Control

There is no need to worry.  Your divine destiny is in God's hands.  Everything that has happened in your life has prepared you for what lies ahead.  God is there protecting you from dangers seen and unseen.  He has not forgotten you.  God is in control and he is looking out for your best interests. Trust him today!  

Blessed Beyond Measure

Today is the day for change!  You are blessed beyond measure.  You are powerful and have a divine purpose!  Each of us has the tenacity and perseverance to obtain and receive what God has destined for us and our beautiful families.  Your life is by divine design.  You were custom made for the road ahead.  Despite the challenges life may bring, always remember you are blessed beyond measure.

Blessed

Everything in life happens for a reason.  Challenges are merely a gateway to GREAT opportunity.  You have exemplified triumph, resilience and beauty by being a survivor.  I see that in you because here you stand, unshaken, strengthened and resilient!  I believe in YOU!  Be strong!  Your BEST days are ahead of you.  Your past was a stepping stone to your divine purpose. 

An Answered Prayer

Sometimes it's hard to accept an answered prayer. When you're used to heart ache and pain, it's amazing when God shows you there is another, most wonderful and awesome side of life.  Our God is faithful.  He answers prayer in his own time. When he answers, it's more wonderful and divinely breathtaking.  His ability to meet needs you didn't even know you had is a priceless treasure.

God always looks out for his children.  He never gives up on us and grants unmerited favor.  God is a father who never forgets his children.  He cares and is always working behind the scenes on our behalf.  I'm grateful for God's love, grace and mercy towards us.  "He is the same yesterday, today and forevermore!"  Thank you God for being "Our Father!"

Opportunity

Everyday is an opportunity to learn, grow, evolve and be better than the day before!  Embrace each day with diligence and determination to be the best you can be.  

Grateful

    Today I am grateful for both the good and bad times in my life.  Through it all, God has been faithful and I am stronger, wiser and more beautiful than before!  Life's journey is full of challenges but it's also filled with many good and amazing experiences.  I would not be the person I am today without my trials and tribulations.  Today, I stand tall and grateful for the wonderful person God has created me to be!  

Blessed

Life's challenges have a way of bringing us to God's divine plan for our lives.  If we wait, trust God, and believe he has our complete and total best interests in mind, we will open the doors to true happiness and contentment.  Today I'm blessed, for God has granted me the desires of my heart.  It was not an easy journey.  I've risen from much pain, suffering and despair.  Today I can say, God is my hero, my rock, the source of all things good in my life.  Thank you God for a second chance at a wonderful life!

Testimony

Despite what you're going through today, God has a divine plan for your life.  Your circumstances are not in vain.  Obstacles help us to grow and use our journey as a testimony to help others!

Healing

Healing is an important aspect of one's life.  Physical, spiritual and emotional healing requires an element of faith.  We have to believe complete deliverance is available!  Sometimes healing doesn't come the way we expect and it catches us by surprise.  

Healing is the ability to make things better than they were before.  It's entering a physical, spiritual or emotional place where things are better.  Our experiences, our choices and our desire to change our current state are all contributing factors to our ability to be made whole.

Today, I claim deliverance in the lives of the broken hearted, the destitute, the sick, the frail and those without hope.  Today, I declare victory for positive change, for burdens to be lifted, for bodies to be healed and for God to uplift the hearts of those who are feeling overloaded by life's trials and tribulations.

I pray that God will open closed doors, grant opportunities, and send divine healing to those in need. I declare better days ahead for all of God's children.  I pray that our future be brighter than the past and the days ahead be filled with God's divine favor, purpose and healing in our lives.  Amen.

The Source Of My Strength

When life is challenging, we can always go to God who is the consistent source of our strength.  Whatever your need is today, we can take it to God In prayer.  He cares about everything that's going on in your life.  He is just one prayer away!  

Transcend Today

Despite what it looks like, God has the power to bring you to a place of peace, joy and rejuvenation.  Life is a challenging journey but the lessons learned have the ability to transcend you to a level where your testimony can change a person's life!

You Don't Have To Worry

Whatever your need is today, just take it to God in prayer. He is ready, able and wants to touch your life with his joy, peace and mercy. You don’t have to worry today my friends; God has a plan uniquely reserved for you and your families.

Healing Power

Have you ever experienced God’s healing power?  It is a miraculous event that has the power to amaze doctors, family and friends.  Today I received a wonderful report of Gods healing power!  It reminded me that God is always there, working behind the scenes on your behalf.  Whatever your need is today, you can trust that God is working with your future in mind.  He is ready and available to meet your needs.  There is no burden too heavy, no situation too hard, or mountain too high for God to reach you right where you are.  Regardless of what your need is today; trust God to work it out on your behalf. 

A Little Peace

The peace of God surpasses all understanding.  It transcends what we see with our natural eyes.  When we trust God by faith, we open our lives to his divine plan for our lives.  He knows the desires of our hearts, our silent prayer requests, our deepest thoughts and emotions.  We can bring every burden, every trial, and every discomforting situation to him in prayer.  God is right there, ready to strengthen, empower, encourage and guide us through life's journey.   

Ready, Set, Go!

This is a new time!  A time to learn from past mistakes, a time to move on with conviction and the ability to teach others from lessons learned on the journey of life.  It's time now to grow to the next level by moving forward with anticipation for the great days ahead.  Nothing in life happens by accident!  Each event, each occurrence, each incident is a stepping stone to learning about your purpose, your destiny and your legacy.  Your experiences can be a great testimony to someone who is hurting, someone who is in pain or someone who thinks they are all alone.  It's time to move forward, not forgetting the past, but learning and growing from it!

Something New

This is the beginning of something new!  God has a great plan for your life!  You don't have to be afraid of where he's taking you!  You've been through a lot and now it's your time to receive all that God has for you and your family!  Your answers are ahead and not behind you.  Sometimes it's easier to hold on to the past because of fear of moving ahead.  Have faith in the fact that God doesn't make mistakes.  Trials and tribulations give you the strength to endure the journey that lies ahead!  You are going to make it!  I can see it!  So, hold on, don't give up!  I promise the best is yet to come!
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Smile

A smile has the ability to brighten the darkest room. ♥ When we smile, we are a living testimony that regardless of going on in your life right now, we are overcomers with God on our side. ♥ When we smile, we choose victory over our circumstances because we know God has a divine purpose for our lives. ♥
 

Each Day Is A New Opportunity

Each day is an opportunity to learn from past experiences, to grow into the divine place that God has for you. ♥ There is nothing in life that happens by accident. ♥ God has a distinct plan and is leading you to a place where your trials become a testimony of divine faith!

This Is It

This is the time to move forward with your heart's desire. Do not allow your past to paralyze your future! Let's look to the future through the eyes of hope, grace and love. Remember, your best is ahead of you. Brace yourself to receive the very best God has for you and your family. It's your time now!

Walk Into Your Divine Destiny

It’s time for you to walk into God’s best for your life! Your circumstances, experiences, challenges, and lessons are not by accident. There is so much positivity, grace, love, joy, and peace ahead. Look forward to the future with great anticipation. Your future will be so much better than your past! The key is to put God first in all of your endeavors and he will guide you accordingly.

Enjoy Life, It's Pricesless

Sometimes we take the present for granted by focusing on the future!  Take a moment to really enjoy life for what it is today, all the experiences, all the joy, all the pain, all the opportunities, and really use them to feel the strength of the present.  Your health, your family, your friends, please don’t take them for granted because tomorrow is not promised.  Salute the present in all its glory, all its lessons, and all its growth!  Join me today in enjoying life, because it’s truly priceless!

Let's Grow Together

Growing is a lifelong process.  As we learn from our experiences through the valleys of impeding change, we enter a place of peace and thankfulness for the wonderful results of tremendous growth.  It transforms us to a place where God can use us to help others.  Let’s grow together into God’s best for our lives!

Celebrating Friendship

Friendship is a priceless gift from God.  We are so blessed to be surrounded by those that bring out the very best in us, encouraging us to fulfill our dreams, helping us to reach the place God has destined for us.  Friendship transcends the boundaries of blood and is brought together by matters of the heart, and deep concern for one’s well being.  Friends are God’s way of smiling at us!

Enjoy Each Day, Life Is Priceless

Enjoy each day, life is priceless.  We can be grateful for so many wonderful things.  Each breath of life is a reason to be joyful and appreciative.  No matter what is going on in your life right now, there are people who would give anything to be in your shoes.  Choose to remember the past, seize the present, and look forward to your future through God’s eyes.  The breath of life means there is great opportunity ahead!

I Love Being A Mom

Out of everything I’ve accomplished in life, I’m most proud of being a mom!  Motherhood is a sacred opportunity to shape the life of a human being.  We share our expertise, wisdom, grace and unconditional love so our children will grow up to be men and women of honor, courage, faith, and hope.  When I became a mom, I understood my purpose in life.  Being a mom is my biggest ministry! 

A Balanced Life Starts With God

There are so many competing priorities in life.  In this journey called life, if we remember to put God first in our decisions, our relationships, our goals, our dreams, our aspirations, and hopes, we will find our lives lining up with his divine will for our lives. He wants us to be the best parents, teachers, friends, associates, siblings, relatives and every single role that he’s blessed us with.  Living a balanced life, releases stress and becoming overwhelmed with life’s challenges.  Remember, a balanced life starts with God!

Be A Vessel Of Change

Change allows you to reach beyond the boundaries of the norm into a new dimension, into a new horizon.  Be a vessel of change, by allowing God to shine through your life, your choices, your dreams, and your interactions.  We are here to be a blessing to others though our experiences, kindness, grace, and love.  Be the change that inspires people to reach up, be positive, and secure hope.

There Are Great Days Ahead

One day you will wake up and find your best days are still ahead.  One day, you will realize that all the experiences, all the hurt, all the pain, all the events that led up today were not by accident.  You are here, you are standing, you are free, and you are moving towards your future with hope, determination, and perseverance.  One day you will look in the mirror and know you are a living testimony of what God can do through the restoration process.  Let that day be today!

Trust God Today

There comes a time in life where a single decision can change the course of your life. Whatever your need is today, healing, a restored relationship, financial freedom, deliverance from loneliness or depression, God is there for you.  There is not a situation too tough, a burden too heavy, or a load too big that God cannot bear.  I dare you to trust God today and bring every aspect of your life to God in prayer!

Happy Easter

Easter is the perfect time to reflect on the gifts that are freely given like love, joy, peace, faith, and hope.  God gave us the biggest gift when he gave his son to save the world.  He cares about us so much and has our best interest in mind every day.  Don’t lose hope, don’t give up, and don’t be afraid.  God is in control of every aspect of your life, he is right there, just waiting to bring you out victoriously!

Moving Forward

There is so much goodness, grace, and love ahead of you.  Look to your future with great anticipation!  God has a divine plan for your life that doesn’t have to do with what’s behind you, but what lies ahead.  Move forward, knowing you’re not alone with God on your side.  He’s there right beside you, holding your hand, guiding you forward to the next step of excellence in your life!

Triumph

Whatever your situation is today, God is ready to meet your need!  Don’t give up in the midst of the storm because sunshine is just a few steps away.  Be of good courage, you are not alone.  There are those who’ve come out of similar situations victoriously.  Despite what it seems like right now, triumph is on its way!”

You Are Awesome

There is so much beauty inside of you!  You have a special way of inspiring the very best in others. You have the gift to bring life to dying situations, just by your daily words of encouragement.  Don’t take your gifts and talents for granted.  You are awesome and special just the way you are!”

Your Time Is Now

Today is your day of peace, joy, and restoration!  I pray for God’s deliverance for those who suffer from broken hearts, chronic illness, pain, and the feeling of being overwhelmed by life’s journey.  God is right there, able to heal the frustrated, the misunderstood, the forgotten, and those who are silently giving up every day.  Despite how you feel today, our God has not forgotten about you!  He is there my friend, your time is now!” 

Joy

Joy is not predicated on one’s circumstances.  It is a result of knowing God is always in control, despite we see, despite how we feel, and despite what’s going on around us.  We serve a God that will never fail us in our time of need.  He is right there, gently reaching out to us with his love, mercy, and grace.  God’s love is open to all who will receive, he’s right there, just one simple prayer away.

The Best Is Yet To Come

God’s word is not subject to our timetable.  God’s word is true despite what we see with our natural eyes.  His word transcends the boundaries of the present into the future.  Be patient, God’s great plans for your future are soon to unfold.

God Cares

When the weight of the world is on your shoulders, look up and see God’s grace.  When it seems like everything is going wrong, and you’ll never see the break of goodness in your current situation, look up and see God’s mercy. When it seems like your problems are greater than your blessings, look up and see God’s strength.  When you feel like you are all alone in the middle of your obstacles, look up and know that God is right there, just waiting for you to simply look up!

Wake Up And Arise

Wake up and arise!  Arise from fear with courage.  Arise from doubt with hope.  Arise from negativity into positivity.  Arise from darkness into the light.  Through God, we can experience the fullness of life through peace, love, mercy, and grace.  No matter what you’re going through today, you are not alone.  God is there, just waiting for you to wake up and arise, knowing your strength lies in him.

There Is Triumph Ahead

Let’s not regret our past, but learn from the beauty of our experiences.  We grow through some pretty troubling experiences.  They propel us to another level where we are strong and living testimonies of God’s faith, mercy, and love in our lives.  Let’s look to the future with hope, triumph, and the ability to see past our circumstances.  There is joy, peace, love, and mercy just waiting for us just a few steps away.

Show Love By Giving Time

Reach out and touch the heart of someone’s soul by giving your time to one in need.  Those moments spent helping someone else are like beautiful flowers resting in heaven’s garden.  Your time is priceless, and when used to help someone else, it unlocks the door to God’s heart so his light shines through you!  Do not hesitate; you have a divine invitation to shine.  Let your life be a mirror that reflects the image of God.

Take A Chance

Take a chance, life is short!  You have been thinking of accomplishing a few things in your life, but fear and doubt surround you.  If you look closely, listen to the whisper of hope in your ears, you will feel God’s love and support resting delicately on your shoulders.  As a father cares for his dear children, God cares for every aspect of your life.  Move forward knowing you can succeed far beyond your imagination!

You Are Special

Remember, despite what's going on in your life right now, you are special.  Sometimes obstacles come to make you stronger, to prepare you for your next level in God.  You are extraordinary, destined to touch the lives of family and friends.  Be encouraged today, persevere with faith, God is preparing you for your next step!

Enjoy The Journey

Let’s take time to appreciate the present.  It’s tempting to always look to the future for the good things God has in store for us, but the truth is he is preparing us right now.  Let’s be grateful for things we sometimes take for granted, like our health, our families, and our friends.  Family and friends are priceless jewels.  They are there, supporting us through life’s journey.  Let’s take a moment to enjoy the journey, and before we know it, we will be entering the next wonderful chapter of God’s blessings for us!

Pursue Your Dreams

Take a chance and pursue your dreams!  Your efforts can have a positive influence in the lives of others.  We all have a unique talent, a unique gift, a divine purpose.  We were destined to change the lives of others by sharing the gifts God placed inside of us.  Remember, you have something special to offer to world.  No one can ever pursue your dreams like you can!

May You Be Richly Blessed

Reach for your blessings!  Look up and grab God’s hand with faith and anticipation.  There is no power on earth that can keep you from reaching your full potential in God.  You are uniquely made, born with a purpose, and destined for greatness far beyond your imagination.  Take a moment, and think of the possibilities that lie ahead if you don’t lose hope.

God Has So Much For You

Growth is a process that changes lives!  Each day one learns the beauty of lessons learned.  God has so much ahead for you.  If you could see your life through God’s eyes, you would be amazed of all that he has prepared for you.  He’s right there, along side of you, during your situations, holding your hand and whispering his message of hope and love in your ears.  Listen, and do not be overwhelmed by the sounds of your pain but be awakened by the sounds of all there is to gain!