For indeed the gospel was preached to us as well as to them; but the word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith in those who heard [it]. ... again He designates a certain day, saying in David, "Today," after such a long time, as it has been said: "Today, if you will hear His voice, Do not harden your hearts."

Hebrews 4:2, 7 (NKJV)

Faith In The Morning Daily Affirmation 🌅

I am the salt of the earth. I am the light of this world. Jesus said it so I believe it. I am a carrier of the Glory of God. Today, I will experience the extreme goodness of God. Today, I make myself available for God to show His goodness to others through me.  Today, I am increasing in influence. Today, I will see the goodness of God in my life! Today, something good is going to happen to me so I expect miracles. 

Today’s Devotional 📖

Good Morning,

Happy Tuesday! I am so glad that you are reading today’s newsletter! The end of today’s newsletter contains the “Extra Encouragement” section and our “Faith+ Reading Plan.” Make sure you check out these sections after your read today’s devotional.

2025 is your year to thrive. Your heart is important. The condition of your heart directly impacts the quality of your life and your ability to thrive. One of the many reasons why your heart is important is because you believe from your heart.

Believing is not automatic. You have to make a decision to believe. The passage above refers to the first generation of Israelites who had left Egypt. It says the Gospel was preached to them, however it did not profit them. Why? They did not mix the Word they heard with faith.

How do you mix the Word with faith? By choosing to believe God’s Word and lining up your words with what God said. That’s one of the reasons I am so big on faith confessions and affirmations. Those words help us mix our faith so that the Word of God brings the intended change and profit in our lives.

Hebrews 4:7 quotes the Psalmist describing that first generation freed from Egypt. The Scripture says when they chose not to believe God, they hardened their hearts toward him. A hard heart is dangerous. When your heart is hard, it’s harder for you to hear from God. However, when we make a decision to believe God, our heart becomes even softer towards Him. We will continue sharing along this line during our podcast and newsletter this week.

You are a believer. Not a doubter. Choose to believe God today. Keep depositing His Word in your heart. I want to share more about this with you in today’s podcast. You can stream today’s podcast on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify.

Today’s Prayer 🙏

Pray this prayer with me today, “Father, I believe you love me extravagantly and you have great plans for my life. I pray that you will help me ponder the path of my feet. Grant me wisdom for all the decisions I have to make today. Show me the adjustments that I need to make. Help me to guard my heart and have a soft heart before you. Thank you for leading me and guiding me. I will thrive in 2025! In Jesus’ name. Amen.”

Something good is going to happen to you today. Keep moving forward! Want more encouragement? Check the links below and share them with others. Have a great day!

Extra Encouragement ☀️

I posted a short, “Monday Motivation” on Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube yesterday. Although it is Tuesday, it will still encourage you. Check it out and share it with others.

Do you know someone who needs a second chance? Encourage them to listen to this message.

Did you know you have authority from Jesus? You don’t have to let life happen to you! Listen to this message from Dr. Billye Brim about taking the authority of the believer on the offensive.

Don’t quit. You’re still unfolding. Listen to this encouraging message from Bro. Tim Storey.

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Don’t forget to read through the Books of Matthew and Psalms this month Today, read Matthew 4 and Psalms 35.

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