It’s a wonderful day to be a child of God. Have you ever met someone who wants to always tell you what they have? It never fails every time you see them they’re always attempting to down play your blessing. This person can never handle how good God has been for you and your family. They act as though no one else can experience the blessings of God but them. Have you ever known someone who loved to speak negative or doubt? Every time you tell them what the Lord promised you, (s)he always says, “Are you sure you can afford that” or “If I were you, I …” My advice to you, stop telling them your dreams and secrets. As you read yesterday, there are times when God will have you keep quiet even when you want to talk. Everyone cannot handle you being blessed. Do you know someone who always speaks about what they want or plan to buy, but the person never steps out on faith for anything? This person is considered a man or woman of faith? The Bible declares in James 2:26 – For as the body without the spirit is dead, so faith without works is dead also.
This morning, I have been commissioned to come and minister to you. My friend, what you enjoy today is not because you were so perfect or holy. It’s not because you were so righteous or committed. If the truth were told, you have what you have because God bestowed His favor upon you. Do not allow other people to make you think it was you. Do not allow the enemy to pump your head with air. It was the hand of God. Remember that! Now that you have what you have, I have one thing to tell you. There Should Be Nothing Before God! The Bible declares in Exodus 34:14 – For thou shalt worship no other god: for the LORD, whose name is Jealous, is a jealous God: God enjoys blessing His people. His Word declares that He will not withhold any good thing from those who walk uprightly (Psalms 84:11). Enjoy the blessings God has entrusted to you. Do not allow other people to make you feel bad because you are blessed. BUT, while you enjoy the many blessings of God, remember, There Should Be Nothing Before God!
My brother, my sister, God loves you. He really loves you. His love for you goes and grows beyond your love for Him. As a result of Jesus’ sacrifice, we are able to see, feel, and know God’s love. The Bible declares in Romans 5:8 – But God commendeth His love toward us, in that, while we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Is this not love? While we were still sinning, God sent Christ to die. Beloved, it’s that same love that enables us to experience the abundant life God promised us (John 10:10). There Should Be Nothing Before God! Whether it’s your job, your home, your car, your marriage, your ministry, your friendships, your wardrobe, etc. make sure God is first. The Bible declares in Mark 12:30 – And thou shalt love the Lord thy God with all thy heart, and with all thy soul, and with all thy mind, and with all thy strength: this is the first commandment. Today, enjoy the outpour of God. Enjoy the rich blessings He has bestowed upon you. Be not ashamed or hidden. God has blessed you in order for you to bless others. Prayer for Today: Father, thank you for all You have done, will do and are doing. I love You so much. Now Father I ask that You help me keep everything in perspective. In Jesus’ name … Amen!
Scripture Reading for Today: Joshua 24:15
May God Bless you at Your point of need!
Pastor Darrick D. McGhee, Sr.