Today’s Scripture 🍞

So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; 20 for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.

James 1:19-20 (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 Monday! This is going to be a great week for you! Today, I want to share with you three keys to make sure it is a great week and help you continue your journey in this month of success.

Over the last few weeks, we have been uncovering the importances of our words. They have creative power. They have the ability to encourage and strengthen, but also the ability to hinder and break. The wise person knows how to use their tongue wisely and rightly. They understand the importance of their words and know how to speak life into people and situations. What James shares in James 1:19 helps us embrace and apply the truth when it comes to the words that we speak.

James 1:19-20, says “So then, my beloved brethren, let every man be swift to hear, slow to speak, slow to wrath; for the wrath of man does not produce the righteousness of God.”

Here are the three keys we are going to focus on today and unpack this week. If we want this to be a great week, we need to be:

🔑 Quick To Hear

🔑 Slow To Speak

🔑 Slow To Wrath

We need to be quick to hear God’s Word. Quick to listen for the direction of the Spirit. Quick to hear to make sure we are actively listening and not always responding with partial truth and information. When we are not quick to hear, we miss direction from the Lord and make poor decisions. When we are quick to hear, we can make wise decisions for our week.

We are in a culture that is quick to speak and that often gets us into trouble. When we are slow to speak, we can consider our words carefully. This also gives us the opportunity to consider what God’s Word says about the situation. In addition, being slow to speak gives us a chance to pause and listen for the Holy Spirit’s leading within our hearts. The Holy Spirit will lead you in the words you should say. When we say the right things, our words positively impact our week and are a blessing to others.

We also have to be slow to wrath. We need to grow in the fruits of the Spirit called meekness and self-control. When we are quick to wrath, we say things we shouldn’t, we get ourselves in trouble, and cause additional hardships for our week. When we are slow to wrath, we can handle difficult situations with the wisdom of God and the fruit of the Spirit.

Let’s work on applying these three keys this week. We will continue to discuss them in this week’s newsletters and podcasts. Stream today’s podcast devotional on YouTube, Apple Podcast or Spotify as we continue unpack this important topic. Also, pre-order your copy of the Rhythm of Rest, pray the prayer below, vote in today’s poll, and check out our additional resources!

I’m praying for you! Have a great week!

The Rhythm of Rest 🏝️

Pre-orders for my new book, The Rhythm of Rest are now available. If you pre-order through the Faith Christian Center website profits from the book will go towards the building of the next phase of Faith Park. Pre-order your copy today!

I’ve been sharing quick takeaways about rest in reels on social media. In these reels, I share how rest is important and why your mentality has to change concerning rest. As I have shared more on this topic and engaged in conversations with others concerning it, the importance of this message has grown even more in my heart. God has rest and victory for you today!

Today’s Prayer 🙏

Pray this prayer with me today, “Father, thank you for loving me. I thank you that all your promises are trustworthy. This will be a successful month for me. I ask for your help and your wisdom as I journey through this month. I thank you that you never leave me nor forsake me. I thank you that you hear and answer prayer. You are my source and the Holy Spirit leads me and guides me into all truth. Help me to move forward and accomplish my goals and the things I need to handle this month. Help me to be quick to hear, slow to speak, and slow to wrath. The fruit of meekness and self-control are working mightily in me. I receive your help, wisdom, and strength. Thank you! 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 ☀️

Dare to imagine your future. Watch this powerful clip from Terri Savelle Foy as she shares this important story.

Don’t let the devil steal your joy or cut your life short. You need to stream this powerful clip from Gloria Copeland as she reminds you how much God loves you!

Don’t place a limit on God today. Be encouraged with this clip from Michelle Ferguson!

This is a message I have on repeat. Listen to this encouraging message called “The Enjoyment of God” by Nancy Dufresne.

If Satan Can’t Steal Your Joy, He Can’t Keep Your Stuff! Read this classic message by Jerry Savelle.

Dreams Do Come True! Stream part 1 of my new series at Faith Christian Center. It is time for the dream God put in your heart to come to pass!

Stop Overthinking and start trusting! Listen to this encouraging message from Pastor David Crank!

Here’s an Healing Affirmation led by Gloria Copeland to speak over your body today!

Feeling overwhelmed? Pray this prayer and say this affirmation led by Jerry Savelle.

God has a rhythm of rest for your life! You need to remember this, resting does not mean you’re lazy. Rest is essential to you fulfilling God’s plan for your life. Watch this reel to learn more.

Don’t allow news headlines to steal your rest. Here’s a decision I made a while ago that will help you today!

God has given you authority. Are you using it? Learn how in this message from Dr. Billye Brim.

Looking for promotion? Listen to this message by Pastor George Pearsons!

Faith+ Bible Reading Plan 📜

We are reading through the Book of Jeremiah. Today, read Jeremiah 40.

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